Smithsonian Journeys unveils new itineraries for 2026 and 2027, including land-based excursions, special eclipse trips and small cruises, including on the Mississippi River.
Tour operators are expanding their travel collections, including the Balkans and Greece. Smithsonian travel also tends to Star Travel Trend itinerary dedicated to observing the sky and will offer river cruises in the United States
The brand will debut on its 18-day itinerary in May: a journey to Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia, which will be launched in May to bring travelers to Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia. There, travelers will explore historical sites, visit castles and visit towns on the World Heritage site.
“Greece Odyssey: Athens to Cofu” itinerary brings travelers In 14 days, the whole of Greece, They will visit places like Corfu and Delphi, the birthplace of democracy, known for their ancient shelters in Greece.
Other new itineraries are Switzerland and the US western.
Smithsonian Journeys took advantage of the Smithsonian trend and will offer two trips next year on a trip to the celestial miracle next year, an interest in solar eclipse.
The brand will offer “Eclipse in Spain – the Basque Country to the Country of Leon” Eight-day itinerary Travelers will witness the total solar eclipse in northern Spain from a departure date starting on August 8. Visitors will also explore Madrid and World Heritage Sites. The tour has proven to be one of the most popular itineraries for travelers, the travel agency said.
“Chile Earth and Sky: Stargazing Journey from Santiago to Atacama Desert” will provide Two departure dates A departure date for next year and 2027. A 12-day trip dives into the astronomy of northern Chile, including a trip to the observatory.
Smithsonian Journeys will launch two new small cruises next year and once in 2027.
Smithsonian Journeys and Ponant will provide joint expeditions to the Baja Peninsula next year. Image source: Smithsonian Travel
“Cruise Mississippi: Spring Sailing from Memphis to New Orleans” will take passengers on a nine-day trip to the Mississippi River On the Pallet of America's Brilliant. Passengers will visit southern cities, battlefields and plantations.
this “Bach and the Sea of Cortez” Itinerary is a common product between Smithsonian Travel and Ponant Exploration. The 2027 expedition on Le Bellot in Pnant will last 11 days, bringing passengers to Baja Peninsula, where they will watch gray whales, snorkeling with sea lions and hiking sand dunes.
The brand said the travel agency also revealed its first 10 trips in 2026, which “reflects the need for discovery.” These popular itineraries are conducted on Japan, Italy, Egypt, Central Asia, Spain, Turkey, Switzerland, Greece and France.
