Be More Than a Tourist
Dartmouth offers travel experiences that go way beyond sightseeing. Enjoy opportunities to learn, engage with local leaders, and expand your horizons. Our journeys are led by faculty and experts who can provide insights and perspectives you can’t get anywhere else.
Scottish Highlands & Caledonian Canal
Discover the Scottish Highlands — with their mist-shrouded peaks, verdant glens and velvet moors — from the perspective of the Caledonian Canal aboard the cozy Lord of the Glens. Immerse yourself in breathtaking scenery as your expedition ship navigates passages inaccessible to larger craft. On this unforgettable voyage, step inside ancient abbeys and legendary castles; experience warm, welcoming cities, and glide alongside an untamable coastline.
Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea
Take advantage of a rare opportunity to visit six Scandinavian and Baltic Sea countries on a culturally engaging itinerary. On this luxury travel program, cruise aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe World Traveller and explore Sweden, Denmark, Poland, Latvia, Finland and Estonia. Immerse yourself in ancient architecture, centuries-old history, storied landmarks, fascinating cities and breathtaking, romantic scenery on this unforgettable voyage.
Italy Immersion - Living in Florence
Experience the rhythms of daily life in Florence during a three-week stay that blends independent exploration with guided excursions to Siena, Lucca, and the Chianti wine region. Enjoy the freedom to cook in your apartment or dine out, and enhance your stay with optional enrichment tracks in language, cooking, or art.
Canadian Rockies by Rail
On board Rocky Mountaineer's all-dome fleet, travel through otherwise inaccessible terrain to unlock the unparalleled beauty of British Columbia, Alberta, and the Canadian Rockies. Journey through breathtaking prairies and revel in the grand landscapes of some of Canada’s most mesmerizing mountain vistas.
Solar Eclipse Cruise - Iceland and Greenland 2026 - WAITLIST ONLY!
Experience a total solar eclipse at sea during this exceptional 8-night tour! Stay for one night in mountain-flanked Reykjavík, then embark on a 7-night, round-trip cruise aboard the deluxe World Voyager. Encounter Greenland’s vast landscapes and dramatic Scoresby Sound. While at sea, cruise in the path of totality, an unforgettable celestial event. Then explore Iceland’s many wonders, from Vigur Island to stunning Isafjordur and the magical Snaefellsnes Peninsula. Choose to extend your stay with the Reyjavvik Pre-Tour extension.
Alaska's Glaciers and the Inside Passage
On this unforgettable 7-night cruise from Juneau, Alaska, to Vancouver, British Columbia, sail through the magnificent, pristine Inside Passage. Aboard Star Seeker, an exclusively chartered, deluxe small ship, immerse yourself in cultural traditions and eye-popping scenery. Marvel at the spectacular vistas of forested hills, snowcapped mountains and calving glaciers. Look for whales, sea lions, seals and raptors, even foraging bears and moose along the shoreline.
Featured Stories
Browse a collection of heartwarming and exciting stories straight from the adventures our current and past travelers.
The Story of the Sunshine Girls
How three women became friends and explored the world together with Dartmouth Alumni Travel
The Joy of Globetrotting with Dartmouth
Bob Davidson ’67 and his wife, Betsy, have explored the world through Dartmouth Alumni Travel.
Going ’Round the Girdled Earth
Browse a collection of heartwarming and exciting stories straight from the adventures our current and past travelers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please take a moment to review the frequently asked questions below. If you have additional questions regarding Dartmouth Alumni Travel, you can give us a call at (603) 646-9159 or send us an email at dartmouth.alumni.travel@dartmouth.edu
No, our programs are open to all Dartmouth alumni, family, and friends. We welcome anyone who would like to travel with the Dartmouth group!
Submit a booking request form that is found on the trip webpage. Dartmouth Alumni Travel will then share your request with the tour operator, and they will contact you to confirm your booking and collect your trip deposit or payment. You may also connect with the tour operator directly. Please remember to notify them that you are traveling with Dartmouth. You will receive a booking confirmation via email from the tour operator and Dartmouth Alumni Travel.
We do our best to find a replacement and will notify you when a new faculty leader is confirmed. In rare cases of low booking numbers, a faculty member will not be able to join the group. If a faculty member cannot accompany the trip, our programs will still be accompanied by local expert guides who will provide high-quality interpretation and educational content throughout the touring experience.
Reach out to the tour operator immediately via email and CC dartmouth.alumni.travel@dartmouth.edu. Cancellations should be submitted in writing. The tour operator will confirm your cancellation and process your refund if a refund is due at the time of cancellation.
Cancellation policies are set by each tour operator, found in the trip brochure and tour operator website. Please reach out to the tour operator or our office if you need more information.
Yes, we strongly recommend it. You may use any provider you like. Our preferred provider is Redpoint Travel Protection. They offer early purchase benefits such as the pre-existing medical conditions exclusion waiver or the ability to upgrade to “Cancel for Any Reason” if purchased within 15 days of deposit. Other plans are also available.
Due to our privacy policy, we aren't able to share participant information. You may receive a participant list from the tour operator, and there will be an opportunity to share your contact information at the end of the trip.
Some of our travel programs are suitable for older children who have the necessary maturity and curiosity, and we welcome inquiries about their participation. For almost all programs, children of any age must pay the price advertised for adult travelers. If you are interested in taking a child on a trip, please reach out to us before you register.