Our
Journeys
Democracy Journeys offers immersive, elevated experiences that blend insider access with unforgettable cultural moments. These aren't your typical guided tours—they're unique travel experiences where you'll meet the people building democracy from the ground up: government leaders, grassroots activists, journalists, and citizens whose voices rarely reach the tourist trail.
Our journeys are for anyone who is curious, thoughtful, and excited to access authentic stories and experiences. While others follow well-worn paths to the same castles and churches, you'll venture behind the curtain to where democracy is being shaped in real time. You'll return home with more than selfies and souvenirs—you'll carry insights, connections, and experiences that matter.
Our carefully curated itineraries balance insightful conversations and active exploration with the comfort you deserve on vacation. Expect upscale accommodations, delicious meals, leisurely personal time, and cultural evenings that bring each destination to life. We handle safety and logistics so you can focus on learning, reflecting, and connecting with like-minded travelers from across the United States, and the world.
This is travel with purpose—where every conversation opens a window into how democracy works, struggles, and thrives around the world.
2025 Journeys
Armenia Journey
Memory and Movement: Civic Courage in Armenia’s Revolution.
8 Days/8 Nights
October 11-19, 2025
May 30-June 7, 2026
Kosovo and North Macedonia Journey
From Resistance to Resilience: Tracing Democracy Across the Western Balkans.
8 Days/ 8 Nights
October 26-November 3, 2025
May 10-18, 2026
Upcoming Journeys
Mexico
Resistance through Food and Art in Mexico.
Early 2026
Romania
Where the People Rose: Romania’s Fight for Freedom.
Mid 2026
Sri Lanka
Where Protest Became Power: Sri Lanka’s Aragalaya (Movement).
Late 2026
What To
Expect
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We invite up to 15 travelers on our journeys to foster meaningful, people-to-people connections. This intimate size allows for deeper conversations, personal access to local changemakers, and shared experiences that feel both communal and personal.
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Each trip is led by seasoned Democracy Journeys guides and enriched by local and international experts who bring deep knowledge, lived experience, and compelling perspectives to every stop along the way.
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We equip you with everything you need to feel prepared and excited—including a detailed itinerary and map, practical travel information, a packing list tailored to your itinerary, and recommendations for what to watch, read, and listen to leading up to the trip.
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You’ll stay in four- and five-star hotels or handpicked boutique accommodations that reflect the character of the destination. Itineraries include elevated cultural experiences.
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Accommodations, booking and entrance fees, local transportation, meals and drinks, and gratuities for all activities in the itinerary are covered—so you can focus on the experience, not the logistics. See each journey page for specifics on what is and isn’t included for that trip.
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Your safety and comfort are our top priorities. Our team provides around-the-clock support, with local staff and security protocols in place to ensure you feel well cared for every step of the way.
Why You’ll Love Journeying with Us
Unique access
to activists, civic leaders, and everyday changemakers
Time and space
to engage deeply—without being rushed or over-scheduled
Substantive conversations
guided by local and American democracy experts
A like-minded community
of thoughtful, purpose-driven travelers
Authentic cultural experiences
through shared meals, the arts, and lived experience