2025 Inspired Expeditions
Join us on one of our Inspired Expeditions! We have some amazing destinations in 2025.
Journey through Vietnam
February 6–20, 2025
In a land of breathtaking natural beauty, abiding tradition, and profoundly hospitable people, rewards abound for the thoughtful traveler. In our flexible and congenial small group, we encounter rewards aplenty on this comprehensive journey featuring all the highlights, plus the beautiful, remote Mekong Delta, where we spend two days.
Northern Italy: From the Alps to the Adriatic
April 2–16, 2025
This leisurely exploration of Italy’s varied northern regions, from the romantic Lake District and dramatic Cinque Terre to beloved Tuscany, the majestic Dolomites, and canal-laced Venice, offers a refreshing perspective on a well-known land. In the company of our congenial small group, we celebrate the Italian penchant for hospitality, good food, and good living. In a word, Splendido!
Paradores & Pousadas: Historic Lodgings of Spain & Portugal
May 19–June 2, 2025
You’re invited on a distinctive small-group journey through the Iberian Peninsula to the intimate lodgings of Spain’s paradores and Portugal’s pousadas: medieval monasteries, historic fortresses, and stately palaces, each reflecting the spirit of its region. We feel the spell of Iberia’s rich Roman and Moorish past—and the pull of its vibrant contemporary life.
Polar Bears of Churchill
October 21–26, 2025
Churchill, Canada, is known as the polar bear capital of the world! Each fall, about 1,000 of these fascinating creatures congregate around this seaport town while they wait for wintertime’s sea ice to form over the Hudson Bay. Join us on an unforgettable adventure to be part of this extraordinary annual phenomenon—with the special opportunity to observe, photograph, and learn about these magnificent Lords of the North.
Classic Safari: Kenya & Tanzania
October 23–November 7, 2025
“On safari”… it’s one of the most alluring phrases in all of travel. And Kenya and Tanzania count among the most alluring places to be “on safari.” As our small group travels from grasslands to highlands and reserves to national parks, we enjoy intimate game drives, see stupendous landscapes, stay in excellent accommodations, and meet gracious local people.
For more information or reservations, please contact Nichole Silva (Stevenson ’95, politics) at Inspired Expeditions | 831.459.3689 | ietravel@ucsc.edu