UPCOMING TOURS

Live and learn the world’s locales and cultures firsthand with guidance from top experts. With unique experiences curated and supported by World Affairs staff, you will depart prepared—and return as an insider.

FEATURED TOUR

October 6 – 13, 2026

$5,800 per person, plus airfare and taxes.

Joined by Tour Host, Dr. Scott Stephenson, President & CEO of the Museum of the American Revolution, as you sail from Halifax to Baltimore on an inspiring 8-day voyage that celebrates the 250th anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence. Aboard Ponant’s luxurious L’Austral, explore iconic East Coast cities, historic landmarks, and scenic coastlines that illuminate the evolving American story.

UPCOMING TOURS

Sail into Civil War history on our new Civil War: Southeast Coast Cruise, a unique journey that combines the luxury and ease of traveling aboard a cruise ship with the in-depth historical focus of a tour.
Nov 16, 2026
Nov 24, 2026
Nov 16, 2026 — Nov 24, 2026
Starting at $8,340 per person plus taxes and airfare. 
Nov 16, 2026
Nov 24, 2026
Nov 16, 2026 — Nov 24, 2026
Starting at $8,340 per person plus taxes and airfare. 
Sail into Civil War history on our new Civil War: Southeast Coast Cruise, a unique journey that combines the luxury and ease of traveling aboard a cruise ship with the in-depth historical focus of a tour.
Sail into Civil War history on our new Civil War: Southeast Coast Cruise, a unique journey that combines the luxury and ease of traveling aboard a cruise ship with the in-depth historical focus of a tour.
Nov 16, 2026
Nov 24, 2026
Nov 16, 2026 — Nov 24, 2026
Starting at $8,340 per person plus taxes and airfare. 
Sail into Civil War history on our new Civil War: Southeast Coast Cruise, a unique journey that combines the luxury and ease of traveling aboard a cruise ship with the in-depth historical focus of a tour.
Nov 16, 2026
Nov 24, 2026
Nov 16, 2026 — Nov 24, 2026
Starting at $8,340 per person plus taxes and airfare. 
Jan 25, 2027
Jan 29, 2027
$2,400 per person, plus airfare and taxes. 
Join us on a visit to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans!
Jan 25, 2027 — Jan 29, 2027
$2,400 per person, plus airfare and taxes. 
Join us on a visit to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans!
Join us on a visit to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans!
Jan 25, 2027
Jan 29, 2027
Jan 25, 2027 — Jan 29, 2027
$2,400 per person, plus airfare and taxes. 
Join us on a visit to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans!

Jan 25, 2027

Jan 29, 2027

Jan 25, 2027 — Jan 29, 2027
$2,400 per person, plus airfare and taxes. 
Thrill to the best of Peru on this 10-night, active adventure! See majestic Machu Picchu, the Amazon’s wonderful wildlife on a deluxe cruise, historic Lima & ancient Inca ruins in the Sacred Valley & Cusco!
Feb 13, 2027
Feb 24, 2027
Feb 13, 2027 — Feb 24, 2027
Prices from $7,595 plus airfare and taxes – additional savings of $250 if booked by 5/18/26.
Feb 13, 2027
Feb 24, 2027
Feb 13, 2027 — Feb 24, 2027
Prices from $7,595 plus airfare and taxes – additional savings of $250 if booked by 5/18/26.
Thrill to the best of Peru on this 10-night, active adventure! See majestic Machu Picchu, the Amazon’s wonderful wildlife on a deluxe cruise, historic Lima & ancient Inca ruins in the Sacred Valley & Cusco!
Thrill to the best of Peru on this 10-night, active adventure! See majestic Machu Picchu, the Amazon’s wonderful wildlife on a deluxe cruise, historic Lima & ancient Inca ruins in the Sacred Valley & Cusco!
Feb 13, 2027
Feb 24, 2027
Feb 13, 2027 — Feb 24, 2027
Prices from $7,595 plus airfare and taxes – additional savings of $250 if booked by 5/18/26.
Thrill to the best of Peru on this 10-night, active adventure! See majestic Machu Picchu, the Amazon’s wonderful wildlife on a deluxe cruise, historic Lima & ancient Inca ruins in the Sacred Valley & Cusco!
Feb 13, 2027
Feb 24, 2027
Feb 13, 2027 — Feb 24, 2027
Prices from $7,595 plus airfare and taxes – additional savings of $250 if booked by 5/18/26.
Feb 27, 2027
Mar 10, 2027
Prices starting at $9,495 per person, plus airfare and taxes – a savings of $500 if booked by 5/28/26
Create indelible memories on a thrilling safari adventure in Tanzania! Admire extraordinary wildlife in Serengeti & Tarangire National Parks & the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, guided by safari experts. Features 9 nights at 1st-class properties, including safari lodges & a tented lodge!
Feb 27, 2027
Mar 10, 2027
Feb 27, 2027 — Mar 10, 2027
Prices starting at $9,495 per person, plus airfare and taxes – a savings of $500 if booked by 5/28/26
Create indelible memories on a thrilling safari adventure in Tanzania! Admire extraordinary wildlife in Serengeti & Tarangire National Parks & the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, guided by safari experts. Features 9 nights at 1st-class properties, including safari lodges & a tented lodge!
Create indelible memories on a thrilling safari adventure in Tanzania! Admire extraordinary wildlife in Serengeti & Tarangire National Parks & the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, guided by safari experts. Features 9 nights at 1st-class properties, including safari lodges & a tented lodge!
Feb 27, 2027
Mar 10, 2027
Feb 27, 2027 — Mar 10, 2027
Prices starting at $9,495 per person, plus airfare and taxes – a savings of $500 if booked by 5/28/26
Create indelible memories on a thrilling safari adventure in Tanzania! Admire extraordinary wildlife in Serengeti & Tarangire National Parks & the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, guided by safari experts. Features 9 nights at 1st-class properties, including safari lodges & a tented lodge!

Feb 27, 2027

Mar 10, 2027

Feb 27, 2027 — Mar 10, 2027
Prices starting at $9,495 per person, plus airfare and taxes – a savings of $500 if booked by 5/28/26
Spend 9 nights in enchanting Morocco with stays in Rabat, Fes & Marrakech. Shop the souks, meet a Berber family in the Atlas Mountains & marvel at ancient Rabat!
Mar 11, 2027
Mar 21, 2027
Mar 11, 2027 — Mar 21, 2027
Prices from $5,795 per person plus airfare and taxes – a savings of $250 if booked before 6/16/26.
Mar 11, 2027
Mar 21, 2027
Mar 11, 2027 — Mar 21, 2027
Prices from $5,795 per person plus airfare and taxes – a savings of $250 if booked before 6/16/26.
Spend 9 nights in enchanting Morocco with stays in Rabat, Fes & Marrakech. Shop the souks, meet a Berber family in the Atlas Mountains & marvel at ancient Rabat!
Spend 9 nights in enchanting Morocco with stays in Rabat, Fes & Marrakech. Shop the souks, meet a Berber family in the Atlas Mountains & marvel at ancient Rabat!
Mar 11, 2027
Mar 21, 2027
Mar 11, 2027 — Mar 21, 2027
Prices from $5,795 per person plus airfare and taxes – a savings of $250 if booked before 6/16/26.
Spend 9 nights in enchanting Morocco with stays in Rabat, Fes & Marrakech. Shop the souks, meet a Berber family in the Atlas Mountains & marvel at ancient Rabat!
Mar 11, 2027
Mar 21, 2027
Mar 11, 2027 — Mar 21, 2027
Prices from $5,795 per person plus airfare and taxes – a savings of $250 if booked before 6/16/26.
Mar 15, 2027
Mar 25, 2027
Price starting from $5,885 per person, plus airfare and taxes. 
Explore the rainforests of Costa Rica and transit the Panama Canal aboard the 100-guest National Geographic Quest. See the intricate locks of the Panama Canal up close—no binoculars needed! Enjoy special access to Corcovado National Park and visit with inspiring families living in remote communities on the Osa Peninsula.
Mar 15, 2027
Mar 25, 2027
Mar 15, 2027 — Mar 25, 2027
Price starting from $5,885 per person, plus airfare and taxes. 
Explore the rainforests of Costa Rica and transit the Panama Canal aboard the 100-guest National Geographic Quest. See the intricate locks of the Panama Canal up close—no binoculars needed! Enjoy special access to Corcovado National Park and visit with inspiring families living in remote communities on the Osa Peninsula.
Explore the rainforests of Costa Rica and transit the Panama Canal aboard the 100-guest National Geographic Quest. See the intricate locks of the Panama Canal up close—no binoculars needed! Enjoy special access to Corcovado National Park and visit with inspiring families living in remote communities on the Osa Peninsula.
Mar 15, 2027
Mar 25, 2027
Mar 15, 2027 — Mar 25, 2027
Price starting from $5,885 per person, plus airfare and taxes. 
Explore the rainforests of Costa Rica and transit the Panama Canal aboard the 100-guest National Geographic Quest. See the intricate locks of the Panama Canal up close—no binoculars needed! Enjoy special access to Corcovado National Park and visit with inspiring families living in remote communities on the Osa Peninsula.

Mar 15, 2027

Mar 25, 2027

Mar 15, 2027 — Mar 25, 2027
Price starting from $5,885 per person, plus airfare and taxes. 
While many travelers are familiar with the savannahs and wildlife of East Africa, southwest Africa remains relatively unknown to even the most experienced travelers. We are pleased to offer this voyage that includes South Africa, Namibia and Angola. 
Apr 7, 2027
Apr 22, 2027
Apr 7, 2027 — Apr 22, 2027
Pricing forthcoming. 
Apr 7, 2027 — Apr 22, 2027
Pricing forthcoming. 
While many travelers are familiar with the savannahs and wildlife of East Africa, southwest Africa remains relatively unknown to even the most experienced travelers. We are pleased to offer this voyage that includes South Africa, Namibia and Angola. 
While many travelers are familiar with the savannahs and wildlife of East Africa, southwest Africa remains relatively unknown to even the most experienced travelers. We are pleased to offer this voyage that includes South Africa, Namibia and Angola. 
Apr 7, 2027
Apr 22, 2027
Apr 7, 2027 — Apr 22, 2027
Pricing forthcoming. 
While many travelers are familiar with the savannahs and wildlife of East Africa, southwest Africa remains relatively unknown to even the most experienced travelers. We are pleased to offer this voyage that includes South Africa, Namibia and Angola. 
Apr 7, 2027
Apr 22, 2027
Apr 7, 2027 — Apr 22, 2027
Pricing forthcoming. 
Apr 10, 2027
Apr 20, 2027
Prices starting at $9,990 per person, plus airfare and taxes.
Details forthcoming.
Apr 10, 2027
Apr 20, 2027
Apr 10, 2027 — Apr 20, 2027
Prices starting at $9,990 per person, plus airfare and taxes.
Details forthcoming.
Details forthcoming.
Apr 10, 2027
Apr 20, 2027
Apr 10, 2027 — Apr 20, 2027
Prices starting at $9,990 per person, plus airfare and taxes.
Details forthcoming.

Apr 10, 2027

Apr 20, 2027

Apr 10, 2027 — Apr 20, 2027
Prices starting at $9,990 per person, plus airfare and taxes.

PRIVATE JET TOURS

Embark on an extraordinary global adventure with World Affairs and our trusted tour operators. For over two decades, we have curated private jet journeys designed for iconic sights and intriguing, immersive experiences. Travel in the height of luxury, with thoughtfully designed itineraries created to ensure maximum exploration time and discover a world beyond imagination with the guidance of our expert lecturers.

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Ready for your next unforgettable journey? Contact our Travel Team to book your next adventure and join other curious explorers. For more details, visit our FAQs page. Your global exploration awaits.

TRAVEL THE
WORLD WITH US

Ready for your next unforgettable journey? Contact our Travel Team to book your next adventure and join other curious explorers. For more details, visit our FAQs page. Your global exploration awaits.

TRAVEL THE
WORLD WITH US

Ready for your next unforgettable journey? Contact our Travel Team to book your next adventure and join other curious explorers. For more details, visit our FAQs page. Your global exploration awaits.

National Parks & Lodges of the Old West

July 17 – 25, 2026

Journey through America’s iconic parks from Yellowstone to Grand Teton – where captivating landscapes and wildlife reign.   

Oct 29 - Nov 9, 2024

Join us on an exclusive tour to China!

Celebrate our 45-year anniversary with Philadelphia’s Sister City, Tianjin with a unique and curated tour that combines the worlds of international affairs and classical music by the Philadelphia Orchestra! Learn more and register by August 28!

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