Travel with The Planetary Society

Have you ever wanted to witness an eclipse – from the depths of a canyon or from the middle of the ocean? Have you dreamt of watching the night skies come alive, dancing with the colors of the Northern Lights?

The Planetary Society, in partnership with Betchart Expeditions, Sirius Travel, and Planetary Experience Consulting, offers you the chance to join expert guides to experience both the beauty of our planet and the wonders of space. Our expert guides will take you through thoughtfully crafted itineraries where you’ll make memories to last a lifetime. From the middle of the sea, to the farthest sands of the desert, you’re sure to find something that suits your travel sensibilities. Explore extraordinary landscapes and experience amazing celestial events. Join us on our next adventure!

Betchart Expeditions

Fall colors and red rock canyons of the West

Oct. 1-10, 2026

Join us to explore landscapes of great beauty, including the north rim of the Grand Canyon, Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase-Escalante, Bryce Canyon National Park, and more!

Delight in these geologic wonderlands, fall colors, indigenous cultural sites, and petroglyphs. View star-studded night skies. Look for coyotes, foxes, and other wildlife. Discover the rich cultural and natural heritage of this fascinating western Colorado plateau region with leadership by an excellent archaeoastronomer and an outstanding geologist. 

Discover Malta, Sicily, and Capri by yacht: Total solar eclipse expedition

July 28 - Aug. 7, 2027

Embark on a journey from Valetta, the captivating capital of Malta, to Naples, Italy. Visit the impressive sites, cities, and beaches of Syracuse, Catania, Lipari, and Capri with scenic cruising along the famed Amalfi Coast and the volcanic island of Stromboli to watch sparks of lava light up the night sky! On Aug. 2, 2027, we will position the yacht in the center of the Moon's shadow, approximately 135 nautical miles from Valetta, to observe the total solar eclipse with almost six minutes of totality. Leading this expedition will be Dr. Joe Llama. An astronomer at Lowell Observatory, Joe is a keen photographer and popular expedition leader.

Contact Betchart Expeditions Inc.
Phone: (800) 252-4910 or (408) 252-4910
Email: [email protected]
betchartexpeditions.com

Planetary Experience Consulting

Planetary Geology & Spaceflight Experience

October 15-19, 2026 (inclusive of travel days)

Think of your favorite photograph from the Moon, Mars, or other world. Have you ever wanted to read the stories recorded in those rocks? This is your chance to learn how. Join planetary geologist and Planetary Society member Dr. Kirby Runyon (Planetary Science Institute) on a three-day, four-night expedition to New Mexico's finest planetary geology analog sites: Understand tube-fed pahoehoe lava flows at Carrizozo; soak in the "magnificent desolation" of volcanic Aden Crater; find your own "alien rock" (that is, a mantle xenolith) at Aden Crater; and stand transfixed with sunset at the sublime White Sands National Park. Apollo and Artemis astronauts have trained in some of these locations. Intrigued?

Your trip won't be complete without a primer in spaceflight: learn about suborbital human spaceflight and launch operations with Virgin Galactic at Spaceport America; brush up on space history at Alamogordo's New Mexico Museum of Space History; and command your own mission at the Las Cruces Challenger Learning Center. Our cohort will be co-led by space educator and philosopher Dr. Mark Wagner. We'll take advantage of any clear night skies for guided stargazing. 

Space is limited to 20 people.

Register at https://planex.space/planetarysociety

Email: [email protected]

Sirius Travel

Easter Island Tour, June 2026

Join fellow members of The Planetary Society on a journey to Easter Island. Uncover the secrets of Rapa Nui, a land steeped in Polynesian history and the enigmatic Moai. Our guided expedition brings you face-to-face with these monumental statues, exploring Rano Raraku where they were carved, and standing in awe of the fifteen sentinels at Ahu Tongariki. Immerse yourself in the island's culture with a visit to the ceremonial village of Orongo, located on the edge of a volcanic crater.  

Our Easter Island tour is designed to minimize environmental impact. By participating in a half-day beach cleanup, you directly contribute to protecting this fragile ecosystem from the global plastic crisis while learning firsthand from the Rapa Nui about local conservation efforts. 

Space for this expedition is limited to 20 people. Book your trip and prepare for an unforgettable adventure at siriustravel.com.

The Life of Galileo through Padua and Florence, October 2027

Follow the revolutionary journey of Galileo Galilei through two Renaissance cities that shaped modern science. Begin in Padua where, from 1592 to 1610, the young professor conducted groundbreaking experiments and built his famous telescope, calling these years the happiest of his life. Discover the workshop where he revealed Jupiter’s moons and transformed our understanding of the cosmos. Continue to Florence, where Galileo lived from 1610 to his death in 1642 and where he served as the Medici court’s mathematician and philosopher, publishing works that challenged centuries of belief. Walk through the sites of his greatest triumphs and deepest struggles, from the glittering halls of the Palazzo Pitti to his villa in Arcetri, where—under house arrest—he completed his masterwork on physics. Experience the places where genius, ambition, and courage collided with authority, forever changing how humanity views the universe. 

Total Solar Eclipse, Sydney, Australia, July 2028

Witness a once-in-a-lifetime celestial event in Sydney, Australia. On July 22, the path of totality will pass directly over the city, transforming the day into an ethereal twilight and revealing the shimmering Moon above the Opera House and Harbour Bridge.

Our exclusive tour package is crafted to provide the ultimate experience. Beyond the main event, you'll have ample time to explore Sydney's iconic sights, including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Bondi Beach. 

Space is limited for these travel experiences, so secure your spot today at siriustravel.com.