the academy travel difference

Academy Travel is a leading specialist in small-group cultural tours, offering expertly planned itineraries for travellers passionate about history, archaeology, architecture and the arts.

With a maximum of 16 participants, our tours feature renowned experts, immersive experiences, and a balanced mix of guided walks, museum visits, live performances, local cuisine and stunning landscapes. Discover what makes our tours truly unique!

 

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Meet our expert Tour LeaderS

A key element of our tours is the distinguished academics, writers and curators who lead the way.

Their primary role is to provide in-depth lectures and insights, elevating the travel experience beyond standard guiding.

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“Academy Travel was recommended by friends who have high expectations when they travel, so I was confident it would be a good experience. However, the tour exceeded my expectations many fold. I could not fault any aspect of it”

— Recent traveller on our Lombardy & The Veneto tour, November 2024