Aroma Tours
Journeys that explore the world of aromatherapy. Destinations include Drome, Provence and Dordogne in southern France, Turkey, tropical Bali and Australia.
http://www.aroma-tours.com
Tuscany Tours
All-inclusive art history and culture tours of Tuscany and Umbria. They offer seminar tours for independent travelers who like the details arranged for them, and who want plenty of free time for their own explorations.
http://www.tuscanytours.com
Thema Tours
An incoming agency in Paris, dedicated to individual tourists and small groups from overseas. Thema's specifics: Cross cultural programmes.
http://www.thematour.com/
Towne and Country Tours
Special interest tours to old Europe: equestrian, gourmet cooking, food and wine, opera and music..
http://www.towneandcountrytours.com
Special Educational Tour Programs to Europe
University Educational Travel offers professor led small group itineraries to Europe and the Middle East.
http://www.uet.com/europe.html
Opa Tours Greece
Educational and cultural tours with an emphasis on art, archeology and fun.
http://www.greecetravel.com/opa
Puppentour
Tours of doll and toy museums and factories in France, Switzerland and Germany. For small groups of collectors, hobbyists, researchers, and conservators.
http://www.puppentour.com/
Hollyhock Workshops
Offers vacations, workshops, retreats and conferences that focus on well-being, wisdom practices, arts and culture, business, leadership and activism. Based in Cortes Island, British Columbia, Canada.
http://www.hollyhock.bc.ca
ArtExpress
A newsletter for the discriminating art lover focusing on art shows, travel, dining and hotels.
http://www.artexpresstravel.com
Art Tours
Guided tour itineraries for Paris, Rome, and Venice tours to art museums, galleries and exhibits. Tours led by University Art professors for educational and informative insights.
http://www.uet.com/
Shakespeare's Italy
Accompany a classical actor/singer and visit the Italian cities in which Shakespeare set his plays.
http://www.shakespearesitaly.com
Textile Workshops in the Caribbean
Activities include the crafts of spinning, dyeing, weaving and felting on the island of Carriacou. Accommodation and tours are provided.
http://www.sinfield.org/textiles/
Where-Ya-Wannabee Outfitting Lodge
Offers scenic hikes, painting holidays, and photographic tours. Located in Newfoundland, Canada.
http://www.trek.nfld.net/artadv.htm
Wandering Scholars
Travel and learn with historians and art historians at Balliol College, Oxford, and Herstmonceux Castle, Sussex.
http://www.wanderingscholars.com
Washington Art Associates
Specializing in educational travel programs for museums and non profit organizations, membership programs. Working in: Washington DC, VA, MD, Chicago, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Delaware, and NYC.
http://www.waatours.com
Art Excursions
Provides tours of art and architecture in Chicago and multi-day excursions to U.S. cities led by art historians and university professors.
http://www.artexcursions.com
Bellavista Forest Lodge
Sculpture workshops with lodging offered. Tour classes range from basic modelling to carving, casting and introduction to San culture. [English/Italian/German]
http://www.ecotourism.co.za/
Travel Adventures Into Art
Designs and facilitates tours of art, architecture and ruins for groups and individuals to New Mexico, and Oaxaca, Mexico. Based in Sausalito, California, United States.
http://home.mindspring.com/~taia1
Traveler's Mind
Features tours where Martha Gies teaches a writing workshop in Veracruz and Tlacotalpan, Mexico.
http://www.veracruzworkshops.com/
Gina's Italy
Cultural trips specializing in small, personalized group tours. Trips can include art, cooking schools, food and wine, and garden tours. Based in Oregon, United States.
http://www.ginasitaly.com/
Adventure Photography
Tours and stock images by Cathy and Gordon Illg. Based in Lakewood, Colorado, United States.
http://www.advenphoto.com/
Art History Alive
Week-long travel opportunities for in-depth studies and art appreciation. Details about the tours, rates, tour organization, and contact information.
http://www.arthistoryalive.com/
Close-Up Expeditions
Providing opportunities to shoot scenery and native cultures under the guidance and supervision of field and photography tour guides. Calendar, tips and techniques.
http://www.cuephoto.com/
Leslie Scott Photography and Tours
Specializes in trips to explore indigenous cultures. Tours to exotic locations and places rarely visited by tourists; a list is provided.
http://www.lesliescottphotography.com/
Saber's Tour to Japan
Advice in setting up sightseeing, shopping and cultural tours to Japan which are of special interest to anyone interested in sewing, quilting, art, gardens and architecture. Based in Seattle, Washington, United States.
http://www.saberdesigns.cc/Japan.html
Quilting Around Tours
Trips to exciting and new places with quilting workshops during travels. Itineraries, group information, and quilt tour details.
http://quiltingaroundtours.20m.com
Art Adventures International
Providing art tours, architecture travel, adventure artists for history tours to France, Italy, Spain and England.
http://www.artadventures.net/
Lady Barrow Tours
Unique foreign and U.S. vacations for singles and couples, with special appeal to popular-fiction readers and fashionistas.
http://www.ladybarrow.com
Traveler's Eye with Lisl Dennis
Information about photography tours to Morocco, Provence, India and Guatamela.
http://www.lisldennis.com/
Encore Tours
Creates a customized performance tour for a choir, band, dance troupe or orchestra.
http://www.encoretours.com/
Indian Romance
Provides painting and textile group tours to India and Kenya. Company located in the United Kingdom.
http://www.indianromance.co.uk/
Doorway to Design, Ltd.
Provides customized tours of New York City, covering art, theater, shopping, interior design, architecture, and antiques. Includes photos and descriptions. New York, United States.
http://www.doorwaytodesign.com/
Tour the Arts
Music, art, and culture tours of Russia and Germany, led by Prof. Carol Reynolds. Also includes features on music, arts and culture in Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas.
http://www.tourofthearts.com/
Vacances en Vie
Painting holidays from Le Vieux Couvent in Southwest France. Includes details of programs, photographs, regional information and testimonials.
http://www.vacancesenvie.com/
The Secret Mexico Photographic Workshops
Tours at various locations within the country. Information about locations, instructors and philosophy. Text is in English and Spanish.
http://thesecretmexico.com.mx/
Les Blancards
Features a week long travel excursion in France filled with courses on art, foods, and culture.
http://www.blancards.com
Art in Argentina with Benim Viajes
Excursions to art galleries and auctions in Buenos Aires. [In English, part of a bilingual site]
http://www.benimviajes.com.ar/eng/arte/arteindex.htm
Artisan Inn
Offers workshop or studio space suited to visual artists, photographers, musicians, writers, actors and dancers. Accommodation included. Located in Trinity, Newfoundland, Canada.
http://www.artisaninntrinity.com/
Soldevila Cultural Tours
Tour Spain and learn about its art and culture. Information about itineraries, meals and accommodation. [English/Spanish bi-lingual]
http://www.soldevilacultour.com/
Discovery Art Travel
Hands-on art/cultural experiences around the globe, featuring ceramic art. Typical destinations - Thailand, Turkey, Italy, Mexico. Guided by Denys James, based in British Columbia, Canada.
http://www.denysjames.com
Going Places of Pleasantville
Tour operator specializing in customizing arts, choral and performance group tours worldwide. Company is based in Pleasantville, New York, United States.
http://www.goingplacestours.net/
The Ceramic Tours of China
Lead by Xiaosheng Bi, a pottery artist and professor from China; includes tour itinerary, sights and hotels.
http://www.chinaclaytour.com/
Carew Travel Consultants - One-of-a-Kind Tours
Creates programs for cultural organizations, including museums, garden groups and theater organizations. Contains current itineraries and contact information. Based in Westport, Connecticut, United States.
http://www.carewtravel.com/
Gourmet and Wine Discovery - Helicopter Tour of France
World art tours with tour guide and art historian Jean Renoux. Private helicopter/jet tours to Europe, Italy, Tunisia, Egypt and more, plus private tours tailored to your needs.
http://www.jeanrenoux.com/
Creative Tourism New Zealand
A variety of hands-on creative workshops that reflect the diverse culture of the country. List of workshops and tutors and a map of the locations.
http://www.creativetourism.co.nz/
Wet Paint Artist Studio Tours
Experience the art communities of Sedona and Kauai - visit three studios in three hours. Specializing in group events. Based in Hawaii and Arizona, United States.
http://www.sedonaarttours.com/
Concertina
Specialist company which is dedicated to arranging concerts for amateur performing groups world-wide. Site gives an overview of the services and venues which they can offer.
http://www.concertorganisers.com/
London Arts Discovery
Creates itineraries for supporters of theatre organisations. Cultural tours to major cities in the UK and Europe.
http://www.ladt.co.uk/
Ensemble Tours
Organizes tours for performing arts groups, both music and drama. Lists of current, previous and sample tours. Based in Scotland, United Kingdom.
http://www.ensembletours.co.uk/
Il Collegio Holidays
Small group art, painting and gastronomic holidays in Italy. Introduces hosts and gives tour details.
http://www.ilcollegio.com/
Chautauqua Art Trail
Information on Chautauqua County's various culture and creativity events, including art festivals. Located in New York, United States.
http://www.chautauquaarttrail.org/
Oxford Literary Tours
Offers five day residential tours to aspects of English literature and culture. Based in Oxford, United Kingdom.
http://oxfordliterarytours.com/
The American School of Japanese Arts
Studies in both Japan and California. Traditional Japanese arts, including brushwork, the tea ceremony, comic theater and body movement.
http://www.sonic.net/~japanart/
Horizons To Go - Artistic Travel
Trips are limited to 14 people or less, with individual workshops at a maximum of 5 people. All programs encompass special excursions. Worldwide destinations.
http://www.horizons-art.com/
Always Quilting
Vacation workshops at Barx, Spain. List of courses available with instructor information and photographs of the premises and facilities.
http://quiltingholidays.com/
One World Journeys
Featuring photojournalist web expeditions with nature and wildlife photographers. Free site membership allows user contributions and stories.
http://www.owj.com
Travel Images
Photography trips for small groups of up to seven. Also customized tours for camera club groups and individuals.
http://www.travelimages.com/
MuZette's Montana Tours
Guided photography trips featuring local scenery, wildlife, ghost towns, cowboys, and the Lewis and Clark Trail. Highlighting packages and rates, lodging, and event schedule.
http://www.muzettesphotography.com/
Arts and Antiquities
Travel planners and tour guides specializing in planning custom tours and special events for travelers.
http://www.artsandantiquities.com/
Joseph Van Os Photo Safaris
Photo tours to wildlife and nature destinations for serious amateur and professional photographers.
http://www.photosafaris.com/
Silver Glen Art Holidays
Art and photography workshops held at an 88-acre bird and wildlife protected area located in Nova Scotia, Canada.
http://www.silverglenart.com/
Artful Travelers
Creates and produces art, culture, entertainment and travel experiences. Based in Washington, United States.
http://artfultravelers.com
Photo Adventure France
Held in Paris, Normandy, and Les Corbières in the south of France. Schedule, accommodation, gallery, and registration.
http://www.photoadventurefrance.com/
Uncommon Journeys, LLC
Tours customized to provide cultural insight with a strong emphasis on exotic travel photography. Locations include Burma, Ethiopia, Bolivia and Guatemala.
http://www.uncommonjourneys.biz/
Angles-sur-L'Anglin - Painting Holidays
Six watercolour tutors for nine weeks in 2004. Full board accommodation, swimming pool, french food and wines, situated south of the Loire Valley in France.
http://www.saintecroix.com/
Mythic Travels
Offering international and domestic destinations and workshops specializing in photography instruction.
http://www.mythictravels.com
Strabo International Tour Company
Tours to East Africa, Ireland, Italy, Morocco, New Zealand, Galapagos, and Peru. Concentrating on culture, natural history, landscape, and wildlife of each destination.
http://www.strabotours.com/
Adventure Consulting
Painting, fishing and hiking holidays in the Western Cape, South Africa.
http://www.adventureconsulting.co.za/
Artists Afoot
Art with some tours including geology and archaeology. Worldwide locations, specializing in the United Kingdom, Turkey and Morocco. Based in the United Kingdom.
http://www.j.eyers.btinternet.co.uk/
Art Holidays
A directory of art and craft holidays, courses and workshops worldwide. Allows searching for holiday/courses by type of media, location and accommodation.
http://www.art-holidays.co.uk/
Caribbean Watercolor Cruise
A one week Caribbean watercolor workshop cruise. Scheduled for November/December 2004.
http://www.watercolorrose.com/
Le Marche Holiday
Walking tours, art history, farm holidays, cooking and wine tasting in Marche, Italy. Calendar, booking information and tour details. [English/Italian]
http://www.le-marche-holiday.com/
Painting Photography France
Peter Evans and Jill Fellows offer residential drawing, painting and photographic holidays in the department of the Lot-et-Garonne, Gascony (Gascogne), in Southwest France.
http://www.painting-photography-france.com/
Arts Sojourn
Painting and sightseeing in Italy, featuring Plein Air painting in Tuscany and the Riviera. Contains tour details and registration forms.
http://www.artssojourn.com/
Creative Escapes Spain
Printmaking one week holidays. Also provides yoga, meditation and detoxing weekends in the mountains of Andalucia in a traditional country house. Located in Malaga, Spain.
http://www.creativescapespain.com/
Art and Mosaic Courses
Mosaic, painting and yoga courses in the Languedoc region of France. Course descriptions, accommodation information and photographs.
http://www.artholiday.com/
Art Lycia
Painting instruction on the Turkish coast, for experienced and inexperienced artists. Accommodation, with meals provided from an on-site kitchen. Activities and trips for non-painting partners.
http://www.artlycia.com/