The world’s finest walking tours.
Classic Journeys
Walk into the extraordinary.
We believe that travel—and, in particular, connecting with other people and cultures when you travel—fuels your soul in a way that very few things can do. Through relationships with well-connected local guides, Classic Journeys will introduce you to the most memorable experiences and interesting people—artisans, winemakers, hoteliers, chefs, naturalists, and more. With this extended family, they have handcrafted cultural walking adventures that empower you to see the world, on foot and at eye level.
The Classic Journey Experience
Named one of the world’s best tour operators by Travel + Leisure magazine, Classic Journeys is devoted to the mindset that every traveler should have a trip of a lifetime. From linking guests to local artisans and winemakers, to hoteliers and naturalists, each trip starts as an unknown destination on a map and transforms into a familiar friend. The centerpiece of it all is helping fellow travelers explore iconic places in new, more immersive ways that leave imprints on the mind.
Why we love Classic Journeys.
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At Travel Concierge, we love working with Classic Journeys and have entrusted many of our client experiences in their hands. Since Classic Journeys launched in 1995, they’ve made a tremendous impact on the industry, resulting in accolades from Travel + Leisure as a top travel provider year after year.
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The heart of Classic Journeys is designing handcrafted trips of a lifetime for every guest, everytime. They do this by limiting the number of travelers in each trip so that people feel connected and more like a family than a tour group.
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Classic Journey experiences are customized in partnership with their network of local guides, all of whom are permanent residents in the 50 countries where they operate. By working directly with the local people in each region, Classic Journeys is able to provide unmatched immersion into the local culture while supporting the livelihoods of those who live there.
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Ethical and sustainable travel are integral elements of Classic Journeys’ tours. Classic Journeys was among the first to promote the slow food movement and “zero-kilometer,” more commonly known as “farm-to-table” concepts in travel. Between their international connections and staying a step ahead of trends, they’re able to provide unique experiences for each traveler.
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Travelers can expect a once in a lifetime experience with Classic Journeys, combining every destination’s “must-see” list with under-the-radar surprises, cultural experiences, and “wow” moments. With Classic Journeys, travelers are in the company of the world’s greatest guides, who are engaging, born-and-bred locals with an unrivaled understanding and enthusiasm for their region.
“Join us on our cultural walking adventures, as we explore the world on foot at eye level.”— Edward Piegza, Founder of Classic Journeys
Because when your experience matters, our experience matters.
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