Reed Travel Study invites alumni to explore the world through intellectually engaging, culturally rich travel experiences. Each journey offers opportunities for meaningful connection with the places we visit, the ideas we explore, and the people we travel alongside.
We partner with trusted travel companies and expert local guides to provide thoughtfully planned itineraries, enriching excursions, and smooth logistics. These are not ordinary group tours; they are experiences designed for lifelong learners.
Select trips may include a Reed faculty member who offers an academic context or participates in group conversations. Each trip is organized and led by professional tour operators with in-depth knowledge of the destination.
Whether you’re walking through ancient ruins, sampling regional cuisine, or diving into local histories and cultures, Reed Travel Study brings together alumni, parents, and friends who value discovery, learning, and shared experience.
Come travel with us and rediscover the joy of learning in community.
For any questions about these trips, email alumni@reed.edu.
Upcoming Trips
Please note that travel costs for airfare are for flights originating from Portland. If you live in a different city, costs may vary.
Please note: The dates and itinerary for this trip have changed.
Gems of Greece: Athens, Naxos & Crete | September 27—October 10, 2026 will now be:
Exploring Greece and Its Islands | October 15—29, 2026
Join Ellen Millender, Omar and Althea Hoskins Professor of Greek, Latin, and Ancient Mediterranean Studies on a journey through Greece!
A new informational zoom session, brochure, and registration will be available soon.
Trip highlights
Discover the magnificent ruins of ancient Greece and bask in the brilliance of the Mediterranean. This comprehensive journey explores Greece's most important ancient monuments, including the famed Temple of Zeus, the archaeological site of Olympia and ancient artifacts of Delphi. Explore Athens on a comprehensive tour of the incredible Acropolis. Visit a local farm in the countryside to see how olive oil and wine are produced. Learn how to cook traditional Mediterranean cuisine during a cooking demonstration. Wander the winding streets, vineyards, marketplaces and beaches of Mykonos and Santorini. Explore the excavations of the ancient city at Akrotiri, the most important prehistoric settlement found anywhere in the Eastern Mediterranean. Learn the history of this fascinating country from local experts on guided tours of Athens, Metéora, Delphi, and Olympia. Throughout your journey, experience the iconic sights of Greece's Classical age with ample time to explore on your own.
Travel Inquiries
To sign up to receive information about one or more trips as it becomes available, please email Alumni Relations at alumni@reed.edu.
Old World Sicily & Malta | May 18–29, 2026 - SOLD OUT
Join Nigel Nicholson, Walter Mintz Professor of Greek, Latin, and Ancient Mediterranean Studies and Humanities, for an unforgettable journey through Malta and Sicily in spring 2026!
Trip highlights
Explore Malta and Sicily—two island paradises nestled amongst the deep blue waves of the Mediterranean. Engage with Malta’s dynamic past on a leisurely 4-night stay. Explore Siracusa’s archeological heritage (UNESCO) with a guide. Spend three nights in Taormina, perched above the Ionian Sea. See Mount Etna from a different perspective on an off-road excursion. Discover how ancient traditions blend into modern society as you travel along timeless Italian and Maltese towns.
Travel Inquiries
To sign up to receive information about one or more trips as it becomes available, please email Alumni Relations at alumni@reed.edu.