In 2025, as democracy faces new challenges around the world, we asked ourselves: What if travel could be more than just sightseeing? What if it could help you understand what democracy means—not from headlines or textbooks, but from the people living it, fighting for it, and building it every day across the globe?

That’s why Democracy Journeys was born. At a moment when democratic ideals need champions everywhere, we’re offering thoughtful travelers something vital: the chance to witness democracy in action internationally, to understand its complexities and possibilities, and to return home with fresh perspective and hope.

We’re not your typical travel company. We’re democracy experts with over 20 years of experience working across 80+ countries through our parent organization, Democracy International. While others offer generic cultural tours, we leverage our unparalleled access and expertise to create transformative encounters with the real architects of democratic change.

Forget superficial experiences, our carefully curated journeys take you behind the scenes to meet grassroots activists in emerging democracies, journalists risking everything to do their job and everyday citizens organizing their communities for change. These aren’t staged encounters—they’re authentic conversations (often over a great meal) with our trusted network of partners built over decades of democracy-building work. Our immersive experiences blend these meaningful encounters with premium travel comfort: upscale accommodations, comfortable transportation, expert local guides and hosts, and cultural evenings that bring each destination to life.

We travel with lifelong learners and globally minded travelers who understand that the best education happens through authentic human connection. Our intimate groups bring together thoughtful people who share curiosity about democratic values and return home with incredible stories, deeper understanding, and renewed appreciation for what ordinary citizens can accomplish when they come together for positive change.

This isn’t just travel—it’s transformative. When you hear the stories of democracy being built from the ground up around the world, you return home not just with unforgettable experiences, but with fresh perspective on the power of people to shape their societies and the enduring importance of democratic ideals.