Travel Advisor Center

At Classic Journeys, we believe your clients deserve to experience the most culturally rich and authentic walking tours in the world.

For over 30 years, we’ve been connecting people and cultures through travel. Since 1995, Classic Journeys Founders, Edward & Susie Piegza, have been designing, scouting, and curating our tour itineraries to immerse our guests in the regions we explore. Through our long-standing relationships with expert local guides, our tours offer the most memorable experiences with interesting “makers” around the world—artisans, winemakers, historians, chefs, naturalists, and more. With this extended family, we handcraft unforgettable Cultural Walking Adventures that empower your clients to explore on foot and at eye level. We are grateful for the recognition we have received as a multi-time named Travel+Leisure World’s Best Tour Operator and an inductee in their Hall of Fame for consistently providing excellence in travel. Learn more about our award-winning trips here.

Our handcrafted itineraries feature:

• Full-time local guides. We have developed relationships with experienced local guides and tour leaders who are passionate about showing you the regions they call home.
• Curated walking routes. We design each itinerary to provide walking options, including a mix of countryside trails, cobblestone-paved pathways, and farmers’ tracts. Your guests can expect to walk 4-6 miles per day, depending on the itinerary. Please download the full itinerary for daily mileage guidelines.
• Award-winning accommodations. We seek out accommodations that are well-sited and in keeping with the regions we explore. Most hotels are rated 4+ to 5 stars and are recipients of awards and recognition for their quality and service.
• Immersive cultural experiences. We find learning about other people and other cultures is one of the best parts of travel. Many of our walks lead to meetings with local “makers” such as artisans, vineyard owners, olive oil producers, cheese makers, and other local craftspeople who can tell us about life in their region and how their craft supports the local community or region’s cultural heritage.
• Small-group luxury and value. We guarantee our departures with a minimum of 4 guests, and we limit the group size to a maximum of 15 to 18 guests per departure, depending on the region (with an average of 10-12 guests). Each itinerary is designed to deliver extraordinary ‘only with Classic Journeys’ access, simply not possible with larger groups.
• Private & custom trip transparent pricing. Each tour includes a private tour dates and pricing section that enables you to see pricing by group size and departure date. We are happy to work with you to provide dates and pricing for your specific guest’s needs.
• A partner-first approach: We are here to support you, and we respect the relationship you have built with your client. It is our goal to provide excellent service and support for you.

How We Support You

• Marketing Toolbox: We can provide you with ready-to-go assets, including high-res imagery, detailed daily itineraries, and client-facing FAQs.
• Pre-Launch Notification: We will send you advance updates to new itineraries and offers—so you’re always ahead of your client’s ask.
• Detailed Overviews: We are happy to give you helpful trip details and answer any questions, so you know our product inside out.
• Dedicated Travel Experience Specialist: We will dedicate a point of contact just for you – with fast responses and proactive support.
• Clear Commission: We promptly pay commissions during the week of your client’s tour. We pay 10% commission on the base tour price to IATA and CLIA-recognized travel advisors. We offer a 12% commission on the base tour price for our Travel Advisory Board Partners.
• Professional Integrity: We are the longest-standing member of the Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) and an active member of the USTOA ($1M consumer protection program). Since 2021, we have been part of the Lindblad Expeditions family of land-based adventure travel companies.

Ready to get started? Please complete the form below or give us a call at 800-200-3887 to connect with your dedicated Travel Experience Specialist and learn how we can work with you to provide your clients the trip of a lifetime. We look forward to partnering with you!