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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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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.

10 September 2023

6

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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.

13 November 2023

8

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Megalithic Malta: Temples, fortifications and archaeology

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

7 November 2023

6

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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. 

September 2024

6

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Bohr's Copenhagen: Physics past and future: Denmark

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

2024

6

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Space: The history and future of space exploration: USA

A comprehensive tour visiting key sites in the history and future of space exploration. From the first rockets, to the iconic missions, space stations and developing space tourism industry. Including three NASA space centers and Virgin Galactic Spaceport America.

 

2024

12

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The birth of modern medicine: Paris and Montpellier: France

Discover the foundations of the modern science of medicine in two French cities: Paris, where the ‘Paris School’ of hygiene and hospital teaching flourished and Montpellier, home to the world’s oldest university medical faculty. Accompanied by New Scientist writer Linda Geddes.

July 2024

6

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In the wake of Alfred Wallace: Cruise Indonesia

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 2024

13

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Science of the Incas: Peru

Immerse yourself in the Inca civilisation’s science, history and most important archaeological sites, including Machu Picchu.

17 September 2023

10

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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.

1 September 2023

5

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The Rockies and the Badlands: Geology and dinosaurs in Canada

Delve into the wildly contrasting landscapes of southern Alberta, from the Rocky Mountains in the west to the Badlands in the east.

23 July 2023

7 days

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A desert adventure: Landscapes and cultures of Utah, USA

Southeastern Utah is a breathtaking wonderland of un-tamed landscapes cut by canyons deeper in places than mountains are tall. Learn the secrets of this Canyon Country from the ‘deep time’ of earth history through to prehistoric Native Americans, early explorers, miners and outlaws.

19 September 2023

9

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Salt mines to mountain peaks: The geology of the Pyrenees: Spain

Travel through the eastern Spanish Pyrenees and explore how the presence of salt layers has profoundly affected the character of the mountain belt and influenced the culture in the region.

9 September 2023

9

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Human Origins: Pre-Historic Southwest England

A gentle walking tour to immerse yourself in Neolithic, Bronze and Iron age Wiltshire and Dorset including Stonehenge.

September 2024

5

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Iron age archaeology in Talayotic Menorca: Spain

Explore Iron Age Talayotic archaeological excavations and megalithic evidence on the beautiful Balearic Island of Menorca. 

16 October 2023

6

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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.

3 October 2023

8

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