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The history of science

A range of tours that cover the historical development of scientific thought and practice from the 16th Century onwards whilst visiting some of the most stimulating European cities and worldwide sites.

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CERN and Mont Blanc: Dark and Frozen Matter: Switzerland and France

Visit the particle-smashing Large Hadron Collider near Geneva and delve into physics and this lakeside city's history before exploring glaciers in the Alps.

5 May and 7 October 2025

6 days

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Renaissance astronomy in Kepler's Prague: Czech Republic

Discover the secrets of Renaissance period astronomers Kepler and Brahe in Prague, the stunning city of a hundred spires, and stargaze at the Stefanik Observatory.

14 September 2025

6 days

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The science of the Renaissance: Italy

Uncover the scientific wonders of Renaissance cities Florence, Pisa and Bologna, guided through the era's great discoveries and minds by our experts.

7 April 2025

6 days

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Megalithic Malta: Temples, architecture and archaeology

Discover 7000 years of history including exceptional archaeological sites, mysterious temples, beautiful coastlines, fishing villages and architecture. 

24 March 2025

6 days

Bright colourful traditional buildings in the old town of Stockholm, Sweden

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Nobel's Stockholm: Celebrating science through space and time: Sweden

Discover the city of Stockholm's past and present, and learn about Alfred Nobel, the prizes named after him, and Sweden’s vast contributions to science. 

June 2026

6 days

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The birth of modern medicine: Paris, France

Discover the foundations of the modern science of medicine in Paris, where the ‘Paris School’ of hygiene and hospital teaching flourished.

20 July 2025

5 days

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Alfred Wallace’s expedition: Cruise Indonesia exploring nature and evolution - 1 place remaining

Explore islands, rainforests and the rare species of the Malay Archipelago on a traditional yet luxurious boat, in the company of nature and history experts.

22 January 2025

13 days

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Machu Picchu and the science of the Inca: Peru

Immerse yourself in the Inca civilisation’s science, history and most important archaeological sites, including Machu Picchu. Accompanied by anthropologist and Emmy award-winning director and producer, Peter Getzels and Professor of Anthropology, Dr Jean-Jacques Decoster.

September 2025

10 days

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The science history of Scotland: The Enlightenment and beyond

Discover Edinburgh and Glasgow's most famous scientific thinkers, visit key sites from the Enlightenment and enjoy seminars, walks and museums.

4 September 2025

5 days

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Human origins in prehistoric south-west England

A walking tour to immerse yourself in Neolithic, Bronze Age and Iron Age Wiltshire and Dorset, including Cerne Abbas, Avebury and Stonehenge.

14 July 2025

5 days

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The archaeological wonders of Jordan

Explore archaeological sites from many different periods including the amazing Petra. Plus geology in Wadi Rum and float in the Dead Sea.

29 September 2025

8 days

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The science history and culture of Vienna: Austria

Gain insight into the mind of Sigmund Freud in the city in which he spent most of his life. Uncover how he explored the subconscious and became known as the founder of psychoanalysis.

8 December 2025

5 days

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, built by Thomas Telford, and a World Heritage Site, reflecting in the River Dee, with people walking across, near Llangollen, County Borough of Wrexham, Wales, UK

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The science of the waterways: England and Wales

Explore the science of the waterways of England and Wales while visiting six of the seven wonders of the UK's waterways.

28 June 2025

7 days

Llanberis, Snowdonia, Wales

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Retracing Charles Darwin’s travels across North Wales

Immerse yourself in the life of Charles Darwin, seeing the areas of Wales he visited before embarking on his famous journey to the Galapagos Islands. Discover the fascinating geology of Wales on a small group tour with a Darwin expert.

5 May and 1 September 2025

6 days

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The history of science in Copenhagen: Denmark

Discover Copenhagen's rich science heritage, including Niels Bohr, Tycho Brahe and Ole Rømer and delve into Denmark’s Viking past.

14 May 2025

6 days

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Cruise

Total solar eclipse 2027: Nile cruise, Egypt

Experience the longest total solar eclipse of our lifetime in August 2027 and delve into the fascinating connection between astronomy and Egypt's ancient temples on a luxurious Nile cruise.

27 July 2027

10

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The Science of champagne: Northeastern France

Explore the world reknowned champagne houses of northeastern France, including Moët & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot accompanied by a champagne expert.

8 June 2025

5 days

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Cruise

Cruise wild, historic and archaeological Scotland

Discover early human civilisations, wildlife and fascinating history amongst the wild isles of Scotland aboard an expedition ship.

26 May 2026

12

Ulugbek Astronomical Museum (1394 1449), Samarkand, Uzbekistan

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Astronomy and culture through Silk Road cities: Uzbekistan

Explore the rich history of astronomy and cultural heritage in Uzbekistan, a key hub along the ancient Silk Road.

23 August 2025

14 days

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