Smithsonian Tailor-Made Journeys

with Audley Travel

Your Trip, Your Way

If you prefer to travel with just those close to you— your spouse or your extended family, a favorite travel partner, or a group of close friends—we invite you to discover a place you’ve always dreamed about on a trip designed just for you and the traveling companions you choose.

You’ll be paired with a country specialist with firsthand knowledge of the region you’d like to visit. Simply share your travel aspirations and we’ll curate a day-by-day itinerary that matches your interests, your pace, and your budget. We’ll hand select every route, hotel, and guide; choose accommodations based on your style; and arrange activities and excursions that will be meaningful to you. A few sample itineraries are listed at right, but you can customize any of these to truly reflect your interests.

Our tailor-made trip to Australia was a fantastic experience! The guidance from our country specialist throughout the planning process was great and very thorough.

– Richard S., Highlights of Australia

Naples, Pompeii, and the Amalfi Coast

Suggested Itinerary: 8 days from $6,420

Encounter stunning scenery and vivid history from Naples to the Amalfi Coast, discovering legendary sites like Pompeii and the Roman villas of Capri and staying in the seaside gems of Sorrento and Positano.

Ireland Traditional Irish Culture and Country Life

Suggested Itinerary: 8 days from $7,995

Stay in historic country manors and experience Irish traditions from falconry to whiskey distilling on a journey that begins in the lively streets of Dublin and ends among the geological wonders of County Clare.

Portugal and Spain: From Lisbon to Andalusia

Suggested Itinerary: 12 days from $11,815

Embark on a journey from the hills of lovely Lisbon to the whitewashed towns of Andalusia. Explore Granada’s incomparable Alhambra with your own private guide, and delve into age-old traditions from cuisine to flamenco.

France: Paris, Normandy, and the Loire Valley

Suggested Itinerary: 12 days from $9,850

Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of France as you make your way from incomparable Paris to the important sites of Normandy and Brittany, to the châteaux of the Loire Valley.

Morocco from Sea to Sahara

Suggested Itinerary: 15 days from $5,995

Discover Morocco from its Atlantic shores to the Sahara Desert. Explore the imperial cities of Marrakech, Meknes, Rabat, and Fez; and venture to ancient kasbahs and everyday villages in the Atlas Mountains.

Japan Past and Present

Suggested Itinerary: 11 days from $6,995

Immerse yourself in the captivating culture of Japan as you encounter vestiges of its imperial past and the dynamism of contemporary life on a journey to Tokyo, Kyoto, and Hakone.

Treasures of Vietnam

Suggested Itinerary: 14 days from $5,995

Experience Vietnam on a journey that takes you from cosmopolitan Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to enchanting Hoi An and Hué, from the timeless Mekong Delta and Ha Long Bay to the tropical island of Phu Quoc.

Along the Alaska Railroad

Suggested Itinerary: 8 days from $4,375

Get acquainted with the culture and character of Alaska— and its magnificent landscapes—on a journey from Fairbanks to Anchorage along the Alaska Railroad that includes three days in Denali National Park and Preserve.

Highlights of Australia

Suggested Itinerary: 12 days from $5,875

Discover the highlights of Australia on a tailor-made journey that combines sophisticated Sydney, the sacred sites of Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, and the natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. Call 855.215.8690 to speak with a country specialist.