Iceland 2019-2020

ICELAND

BEYOND THE BLUE LAGOON 3 ADVENTUROUS UNCOMMON & DEEPLY INSIDER WAYS TO GO

2019-2020 VOYAGES | EXPEDITIONS.COM

Dynjandi Waterfalls, Westfjords, Iceland 65.44° N, 23.11° W

WHEN YOU REALIZE YOU JUST FELL HARD FOR A WATERFALL You know the charge you get when you come upon something wild and unexpected, something rare and beautiful? We live for those moments. We sail to the ends of the earth to find them, to discover them anew, and conjure them for our guests.

THAT’S THE EXHILARATION OF DISCOVERY

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 Where Awesome Is 4 Discovery by Design 6 Inside The Music 8 All About Teamwork 10 Go Your Own Way 12 National Geographic Photography 14 Circumnavigating Iceland 16 Iceland Map 18 Wild Iceland Escape NEW 20 Scotland, Faroes & Iceland 22 Scotland, Faroes & Iceland Map 24 Life Aboard 26 National Geographic Explorer 28 Additional Trips & Inclusive Pricing

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ICELAND OUR EXPEDITION OPENS ICELAND TO YOU

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WHERE AWESOME IS

Our Director of Expedition Development, Jen Martin, explains why Iceland is one of her favorite expedition destinations: “WHEN VISITORS DIVE DEEPER INTO ICELAND, THEY FIND SO

much more than they intended or expected. It is one of the few destinations in the world that has a little bit of everything. It’s stunningly beautiful: giant waterfalls; colorful mud

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Most Icelanders can trace their lineage back to settlement of the country and it’s fascinating to hear them meet one another and discuss how they may or may not be related, as a first topic of conversation.”

— JEN MARTIN, Director of Expedition Development

pots; brilliant green hillsides; blue, ice-filled lagoons; massive glaciers; and stark, imposing mountains. It seems that most visitors know these things, and nature is often the primary reason that they come. But many only see Reykjavík and its outer environs. While these are worthy destinations, the real heart of the country is in its remote landscapes, vast interior, and hard-to-reach coastal gems. Traveling by ship opens up so many possibilities. It means coming ashore in small towns and villages that were isolated and only accessible by water up until the late 20th century. It means arriving by Zodiac at the base of world-class waterfalls that are hours away from anything if you are arriving by car or bus. It means sailing into fjords from the open ocean and watching them narrow as you approach.”

Above: local Icelanders who will be joining our 2019 Circumnavigation of Iceland departures, clockwise from top left: Hrund Gunnesteinsdottir filmmaker, entrepreneur, & playwright; Silja Ómarsdóttir women’s & human rights advocate; Thóra Arnórsdóttir candidate for icelandic president in 2012; Sandra Snæbjörnsdóttir carbfix geologist working on mitigating climate change.

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WE BELIEVE IN CREATING EXPERIENCES, NOT SIMPLY MEDIATING LOCAL EXCURSIONS

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DISCOVERY BY DESIGN

“WE SET OUT FROM REYKJAVÍK AND DROVE ALL THE WAY TO

Höfn, covering approximately 1,564 miles. Our main goal was to come up with new ideas and locations where no other ship has gone before—to maximize the guest experience, specifically through up-close, personal, expedition-style opportunities involving kayaking and hiking. We have a lot of experience in Iceland, having conducted successful expeditions for some time. And Sven Lindblad, Jen Martin and Jacob Edgar have really developed the kinds of relationships that take our guests deep inside. Now, we can further re-shape the experience for

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Reconnaissance missions are the heart of what we do, the sweat equity that’s built into our expeditions.

While it would be easier to sit at HQ with maps, atlases and a list of ground operators to set up excursions, we believe in exploring. Because Iceland is so visited, it’s particularly challenging to find unique and thrilling opportunities for our guests. So we sent out veteran Expedition Leaders Lucho Verdesoto and Peter Wilson to hone our expeditions. This is a glimpse of their mission and what excites them.”

our guests, replacing locations where all the other companies go with genuine discoveries: fascinating, remote places that our small ship, equipped for exploring, enables us to reach. So, more adventurous exploring, fewer encounters with tour buses and other tourists. While our guests will still experience the iconic sites everyone wants to see, they’ll discover unimagined aspects of the country, too. I can’t wait to show them gems like Vigur Island, bursting with summer life. Puffins on rocks with mouths full of fish. Black guillemots nesting in rock walls. Arctic terns dive-bombing our ‘tern deterrent’ flagsticks held overhead, while humpbacks surface in the near distance.”

— SVEN LINDBLAD

—LUCHO VERDESOTO, Expedition Leader

CEO, Lindblad Expeditions

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VOLCANOES AREN’T THE ONLY HOT SPOTS IN ICELAND, THE MUSIC SCENE IS TOO WITH A POPULATION OF JUST OVER 300,000 PEOPLE, ICELAND

has had an outsized influence on global music. As the world’s fascination with it has grown, Iceland’s musical reputation has also played a part in the country’s tourism boom. Travel with us in 2019 and you will hear some of Iceland’s leading musicians. Our ethnomusicologist, Jacob Edgar, has curated an exceptional line-up, and each Iceland itinerary will feature performances by at least two artists from this list.

HAUNTING HARMONIES: YLJA, comprising two female singer/guitarists, performs moving melodies in Icelandic.

STORIES AND SONGS: Known for his charming stage persona, SVAVAR KNÚTUR weaves compelling tales about rural Icelandic life.

AN ETHEREAL EXPERIENCE: Singer-songwriter MYRRA RÓS is known for her exquisite voice and enthralling live shows.

CLASSIC YET MODERN: ÁRSTÍÐIR blends classical influences with folk rock and chamber pop, sending audiences on a compelling journey.

NORTH STAR: Hailing from a valley in northern Iceland, singer/songwriter ÖSP ELDJÁRN is known for concerts of

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I have focused on young Icelandic singers and songwriters who are incorporating their rich folk traditions into new, hip contexts. Icelandic music is full of haunting melodies and harmonies that seem to capture the mood of cold winds blowing across harsh, volcanic landscapes and the glistening magic of northern lights. These are songs born from the ancient sagas and folk tales of witches, goblins and elves that roam the countryside. Music, like wine, has a “terroir,” an innate quality that reflects the environment in which it was cultivated, and Iceland music will fill your soul with a sense of place.”

— J ACOB EDGAR Expedition Ethnomusicologist

striking emotional power.

Clockwise from top left: Ösp Eldjárn, Árstíðir, Svavar

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Knútur, Myrra Rós, Ylja.

INSIDE THE MUSIC

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OUR ICELAND TEAM IS ACE AT DOING WHAT IT TAKES THE VIKING EXPLORERS HAVE NOTHING ON YOU—YOU’RE A

natural born discoverer, too. But sometimes even the most intrepid adventurers need a guide, and that’s where we come in. Our team has the knowledge and the passion for Iceland that will kindle yours. And our generous staff-to-guest ratio means you can gravitate to the naturalists whose personalities and interests match yours. They will do whatever it takes, from manning the spotting scopes so you don’t miss a single passing whale; lingering as long as you want on deck to watch and photograph puffins feeding or a glimpse of the Northern Lights; to offering scenic Zodiac rides, hiking at your pace, or hot chocolate to mitigate the glacier ice. They’ll help you to see, do, and absorb all the extraordinary experiences—in comfort, with inspiration, great conversations, and excellent dining included.

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For decades now, the feedback we consistently get from guests includes raves about our expedition teams. They are not merely knowledgeable, passionately committed to exploring, and dedicated to assuring you unforgettable opportunities, they’re also fun—genuinely interesting and engaging individuals whose companionship will greatly enhance your experience. Be sure to take advantage of our large team to mix it up, and gravitate to those whose interests and personalities match yours.”

— SVEN LINDBLAD CEO, Lindblad Expeditions

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ALL ABOUT TEAMWORK

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GO YOUR OWN WAY

YOU’RE ON THE EDGE WHERE EUROPE MEETS THE ARCTIC, FEEL FREE EACH DAY, WE PROVIDE A FRESH SET OF OPPORTUNITIES,

all kinds of choices of what to do. Hike, Zodiac cruise and more. Hang out on deck with binoculars or with your photo instructor. But should you decide to sleep in, have a slow breakfast, and get a massage, nobody will look at you funny.

You’re on vacation. Your vacation. Our schedules are flexible and our itineraries more a function of what’s to see than where we need to be. So, if you want to work up a sweat on your walk, bike, hit the gym, or sit and breathe it all in—do it.

It’s your adventure. Our generous staff-to-guest ratio means you can always find a naturalist whose interests and approach you share. You’re free to explore the ship, find your nook or cranny. And always welcome to come up to the bridge and shoot the breeze with the Captain and officers.

Our Iceland extensions give you the opportunity to explore

Our idea of group travel means never being herded like cattle.

Each day, you choose what activities interest you, which members of the expedition team you want to join, and which other guests may become lifelong friends. You may all be on the same ship but you aren’t in the same boat.

more. Have uncommon, only-in-Iceland experiences, like strolling deep inside an ice cave (depicted at left) and more.

Choose to add on to your voyage—to see, do and learn more!

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WHAT WILL YOU CREATE WITH NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC PHOTOGRAPHERS TO INSPIRE YOU?

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC PHOTOGRAPHY

WHILE YOU’RE DISCOVERING ICELAND, YOU’LL HAVE THE

benefit of a National Geographic photographer, plus a Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor (CPI)

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC PHOTOGRAPHERS GIANLUCA COLLA

at your side and at your service. They can help you with

A Circumnavigation of Iceland July 15, 2019

anything from camera settings to the basics of composition.

JEFF MAURITZEN

Now, every guest—from iPhone camera users to advanced

A Circumnavigation of Iceland July 24, 2019

hobbyists—can stand side-by-side with top photographers, pick up tips in the field, and take great photos. Our CPIs are also trained naturalists so they’ll help you better understand wildlife behavior. Whether you’re taking advantage of heady

JENNY ADLER A Circumnavigation of Iceland Aug. 2 and 11, 2019

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photo ops at the iconic Blue Lagoon or the more rarely-seen

A Circumnavigation of Iceland June 20, 2020

ice lagoon at Jökulsárlón and everything in-between, your

ERIKA SKOGG

National Geographic photographer will help you capture the telling details of your experience.

A Circumnavigation of Iceland July 16 & 25, 2020 Wild Iceland Escape July 12, 2020

Visit expeditions.com/ngps to learn more about these National Geographic Photographers.

EXCLUSIVE ONBOARD GEAR LOCKER

Dive into the onboard B&H Photo Video Gear Locker to field test new glass, camera bodies, and more—free. Plus, ask your Expedition Specialist about pre-voyage discounts and benefits.

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AN ADVENTURE THAT’S THE SUM OF FASCINATING PARTS

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EXPLORING ICELAND

ICELAND’S GEOLOGY IN ALL ITS MANIFESTATIONS—

glaciers, thundering waterfalls, immense cliffs, geothermal springs, boiling mud pots, and rock and lava-scapes of unearthly beauty—is world-class and far flung, making a circumnavigation a very compelling way to see more.

Iceland’s culture, one of its most surprising characteristics, is unique. Icelandic people, including those who’ll travel with us, are no-nonsense yet warm and welcoming, with a deep reverence for wild places and the solace that they bring. The Icelandic musicians who will perform for us are superb.

And now, in addition to our 11-day circumnavigation, we

offer an ‘excellent escape,’ a 6-day voyage that combines with your choice of five optional extensions—to create a personalized Iceland adventure, pages 18-19.

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS • Explore Iceland’s pristine fjords and fascinating tundra, accompanied by a dedicated team of naturalists • Encounter evidence of volcanic activity as we hike over cooled lava fields and view Iceland’s newest isle, Surtsey • Discover the rich biodiversity of the remote Westfjords, spotting nesting puffins and gannets on the Látrabjarg cliffs and watching for humpback and minke whales in the surrounding waters • Choose your own adventure on one of six optional trip extensions, from a hiking excursion across Iceland’s untamed highlands to an exploration of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula’s epic natural wonders.

Visit expeditions.com/Iceland for complete itinerary.

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HERRING AND HISTORY Siglufjörður: Experience the one and only Herring Museum, plus the beautifully maintained town of Akureyri.

FJORD EXPLORER Travel the Westfjords including Ísafjörður, still a center of traditions like eiderdown production.

ALL-STAR GEOLOGY Mývatn brings boiling mud pools, an explosion crater at Krafla, and Goðafoss the waterfall of the Gods. Make an official crossing of the Arctic Circle at Grimsey.

Grímsey

Ísafjörður Húsavík

Siglufjörður

Akureyri Látrabjarg

Flatey Island

THE WILD WEST Sail the western frontier, with remote island hamlets and the Látrabjarg cliffs— home to a huge population of razorbills.

ICELAND

Reykjavík RIVETING REYKJAVÍK Visit the world’s northernmost capital. See its charming Old Town and Hallgrímskirkja Cathedral, learn about Norse Culture at the National Museum, and take a soak in the iconic Blue Lagoon.

Surtsey Island

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Heimaey Island LAVA’S CREATIONS See the world’s newest island— forged by a volcanic explosion in 1963—and walk on a crater where the earth is still hot.

Lake Mývatn

A CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF ICELAND

THE PICTURESQUE EAST Join naturalists for hikes and Zodiac cruises around Iceland’s rugged east coast.

Langanes Peninsula

ITINERARY: A CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF ICELAND 11 DAYS/9 NIGHTS—ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER FROM: $10,990 (SEE PAGES 26-27 FOR DETAILS)

EXPEDITION DETAILS DATES: 2019 Jul. 15, 24; Aug. 2, 11; 2020 Jun. 20; Jul. 3, 16, 25.

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE Day 1: U.S./Fly To Reykjavík, Iceland Day 2: Reykjavík/Embark Day 3: Flatey Island/Látrabjarg Day 4: Exploring Northwestern Iceland Djúpivogur

Day 5: Ísafjördur Day 6: Siglufjördur and Akureyri Day 7: Lake Mývatn and Húsavík Day 8: Exploring Northeast Iceland Day 9: Djúpivogur Day 10: Islands of Heimaey & Surtsey, Westman Islands Day 11: Reykjavík/Disembark/Home Visit expeditions.com/Iceland for a day-by-day itinerary. Or call to speak with an Expedition Specialist.

UP CLOSE WITH THE ICE See impressive glacialtopped peaks and visit one of Iceland’s largest glacial lagoons, filled with deep blue bergs.

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS Add a one-day pre-voyage extension to see Reykjavík’s Golden Circle & Blue Lagoon or a three-day post-voyage extension Glacier Heli-Hiking.

In 2020, choose to add either the Snaefellsnes Peninsula or remote relaxation at Deplar Farm. Visit expeditions.com/iceext for more details.

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CUSTOMIZE YOUR VOYAGE: ADD A LAND ADVENTURE TO SEE MORE

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WILD ICELAND ESCAPE AND MORE

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS REYKJAVÍK’S GOLDEN CIRCLE & BLUE LAGOON PRE-VOYAGE | 1 DAY/1 NIGHT 2019/20: From $1,290* Enjoy the surreal Blue Lagoon, and have a guided in-depth experience along the famed Golden Circle with its boiling pools, geysers and waterfalls.

DISCOVER WHY ICELAND IS KNOWN AS THE “LAND OF FIRE AND ICE”

on a voyage to the remote fjords and volcanic isles along the country’s western coast. Explore stark volcanic landscapes. Set out by Zodiac to view towering cliffs teeming with nesting seabirds. Feel the legacy of Viking explorers as you visit historic villages. And continue the discoveries on a thrilling pre- or post-voyage optional extension.

ITINERARY: WILD ICELAND ESCAPE 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS—ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER FROM: $5,030 (SEE PAGES 26-27 FOR DETAILS)

EXPEDITION DETAILS DATES: 2020 Jun. 20; Jul. 12

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE Days 1 & 2 U.S./Reykjavík, Iceland/Embark Day 3

Djúpavík

Day 4

Arnafjörður and Látrabjarg Cliffs

Day 5

Islands of Surtsey & Heimaey, Westman Islands

Day 6

Reykjavík/Disembark/U.S.

Visit expeditions.com/iceescape for a day-by-day itinerary. Or call to speak with an Expedition Specialist.

ICELAND’S HIGHLANDS AND LOWLANDS: AN ACTIVE ADVENTURE POST-VOYAGE | 4 DAYS/3 NIGHTS 2020: From $3,990* Discover Iceland’s southern coast highlands and lowlands via super jeep and on foot.

Hike through Landmannalaugar’s dramatic lava fields. Glide past blue icebergs in the Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon. Explore Svínafellsjökull Glacier on foot, and encounter incredible views and stunning regional geology.

SNAEFELLSNES: FIRE & ICE POST-VOYAGE | 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS 2020: From $2,900* Enter Langjökull Glacier’s aquamarine Ice Cave and venture inside Víðgelmir lava tube cave. Drive and walk parts of the coastline of the stunning Snaefellsnes National Park to see black pebble beaches, basalt sea stack columns, and perhaps a glimpse of the imposing Snaefellsjökull Mountain.

ICELAND’S VOLCANIC NORTHEAST POST-VOYAGE | 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS 2020: From $2,970* Explore the volcanic Lake Mývatn region. Walk through Dimmuborgir lava field of stacks and caves, hike the black sand of Hverfjall Crater, hear the thundering roar of Dettifoss Waterfall, Iceland’s largest. Venture into Asbyrgi canyon.

Relax in two different geothermal spas.

ICELAND HELI-HIKING POST-VOYAGE | 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS 2019/20: From $7,990* Take a scenic helicopter tour to two different glaciers where you’ll have the rare opportunity to go on a glacier hike. Plus, explore the world’s only man-made ice cave and go deep underground to see the brilliant-blue ice that’s been forming over centuries. *All pricing is per person, double occupancy.

Airfare is not included on all extensions.

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DISCOVER PRE-HISTORY IN SCOTLAND, SEE THE TIMELESS FAROE ISLANDS & ICELAND

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SCOTLAND, FAROES & ICELAND

ENCOUNTER SHETLAND PONIES ROAMING VERDANT

landscapes. Feel the thrill of kinship run through you as you peer into the recognizably domestic interior of a 5,000-yearold domicile on Orkney, hear about its manifestation after a violent storm in 1850, and the archaeology that restored it.

Marvel at the beauty of the Faroes, inconceivably remote, yet a magnet for worldwide foodies, thanks to their oddly inventive “cuisine.” Observe incredible birdlife amid the shore-lining cliffs of these islands. And enjoy a unique perspective on Iceland, as you round its geologic wonders on a near-circumnavigation.

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS Go back in time at Skara Brae, a 5,000-year-old stone-slab village on Orkney and see the mysterious standing stones of the Ring of Brodgar • Walk with a historian through Shetland’s Jarlshof archaeological site, a complex of ancient settlements spanning 4,000 years of human history • Observe incredible birdlife—vast puffin colonies in the Faroes & Grimsey, and on the Cliffs of Noss, thousands of murres and kittiwakes • Experience a near circumnavigation of the geologic wonders of Iceland.

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FJORDS Ísafjördur is surrounded by water on three sides and is a great place to view the stunning fjord landscape and photograph tiny flowering plants.

Látrabjarg Flatey Island

Grímsey

Ísafjörður

Akureyri

Reykjavík

Lake Mývatn

ICELAND Djúpivogur Jökulsárlón

Surtsey Island

ARCTIC CIRCLE Go ashore at Grimsey, home to nesting sea birds, and enjoy a celebratory toast on the Arctic Circle.

Heimaey Island

ICE LAGOON Drive the coast to explore the vast Vatnajökull icecap and get up close to deep blue icebergs via small boat.

ISLAND CULTURE The Faroe Islands have unique island life: visit puffin nesting grounds, stroll through a village of turf-roofed houses, and explore historic settlements and Viking sites.

FAROE ISLANDS Mykines

BIRDS AND PONIES Our ship glides past the towering bird cliffs of Noss for views of murres and kittiwakes.

Visit the Jarlshof archaeological site and see the famous Shetland ponies.

Vestmanna Tórshavn

ARCHAEOLOGY See the standing stones at the Ring of Brodgar and the stoneslab village of Skara Brae. Step into the world of the Vikings at the red sandstone cathedral of St. Magnus, built in 1137.

Shetland Islands

Orkney

SCOTLAND

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SCOTLAND, FAROES & ICELAND

ITINERARY: LEGENDARY NORTHERN ISLES: SCOTLAND, FAROES, & ICELAND 14 DAYS/12 NIGHTS—ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER FROM: $12,970 (SEE PAGES 26-27 FOR DETAILS)

EXPEDITION DETAILS 2020 Date: Jun. 8

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

HANSEATIC ARCHITECTURE Hansa merchants operated in the historic Bryggens Wharf area, filled with wooden buildings from the Middle Ages.

NORWAY

Jun. 8 & 9:

U.S./Bergen, Norway/Embark

Jun. 10:

Orkney Islands

Jun. 11:

Shetland Islands

Jun. 12:

Sea/Tórshavn, Faroe Islands

Jun. 13:

Vestmanna

Jun. 14:

Mykines/Sea

Jun. 15:

Djúpivogur, Iceland

Jun. 16:

Sea/Grimsey

Jun. 17:

Lake Mývatn/Akureyri

Jun. 18:

Ísafjörður

Jun. 19:

Flatey/Látrabjarg

Jun. 20:

Surtsey & Heimaey, Westman Islands

Jun. 21:

Reykjavík/Disembark/U.S.

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Bergen

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EXPERIENCE SUPERB COMFORT & THE TRUE TASTES OF ICELAND

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LIFE ABOARD

RESPONSIBLE FOR LAUNCHING THE FIRST-

from coastal farms, and local craft beers—the

ever farm-to-table program in Galápagos,

food on our ships opens new windows on

our Director of Hotel Services, Ana Esteves,

Iceland for you. The exhilaration you feel at see-

is bringing her fresh approach to Iceland.

ing breaching whales and thundering waterfalls?

Committed to sustainable seafood and

Our dedicated galley team feels it too, and their

regional produce, our culinary program is

excitement is in every meal they serve, nourish-

rooted in the relationships we’re developing

ing your mind, body and spirit, and creating daily

with local farmers and providers. Fresh

discoveries, plus convivial conversation.

dayboat fish, and seasonal produce. Berries

Learn more at expeditions.com/Iceland

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER CAPACITY: 148 guests in 81 outside cabins.

REGISTRY: Bahamas. Overall Length: 367 feet.

photographer, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor and video chronicler, internet café and laundry.

National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship, fully stabilized, ice-class vessel, with an ice-reinforced hull, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing exceptional comfort. It carries kayaks and a fleet of Zodiac landing craft. An undersea specialist operates a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) and sophisticated video equipment, extending access to the underwater world.

WELLNESS: The vessel is staffed by a wellness specialist and features a glass-enclosed fitness center, outdoor stretching area, a LEXspa treatment room and sauna.

ELEVATOR

LIBRARY

OBSERVATION LOUNGE

BRIDGE

PUBLIC AREAS: Bistro bar; chart room; restaurant; global gallery; library, lounge with full service bar and state-of-the-art facilities for films, slideshows and presentations; mudroom with lockers for expedition gear, and observation lounge. Our “open bridge” provides guests an opportunity to meet our officers and captain and learn about navigation.

BRIDGE DECK

107

103

108

104

106-S

102

BISTRO

RECEPTION BAL.

321

323

325

327

329-S

331-S

333-S

335

337

316

318

320

322

324

326

328

330-S

332-S

334-S

336

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346

344

342

340

INTERNET CAFE

UNDERSEA SPECIALIST

DOCTOR’S OFFICE STAFF OFFICE

B DECK

230

319

314

ZB

219 221

317

312-S

MUD ROOM

350

315

343-T

313

310-S

ZB

348

311-S

308

341-T

309-S

306

339

307

304

305

302

MAIN DECK

228

226

224

222

220

218

212

206

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202

BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL. BAL.

UPPER DECK

BALCONY BAL. BALCONY

215

216

217

BAL.

213

211

210

214

208-S

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203-S

201

BAL. BAL.

GLOBAL GALLERY

GALLEY

303

+

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105-S

101

DECK

LOCKERS

26

LOUNGE

VERANDA DECK RESTAURANT

301

SPECIAL FEATURES: A full-time doctor, undersea specialist, National Geographic

DECK

FITNESS CENTER

SUN DECK

CABINS: All cabins face outside with windows or portholes, private facilities and climate controls.

Some cabins have balconies. Cabins are equipped with Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections and USB ports for mobile devices.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: Zodiac landing craft, kayaks, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), hydrophone, splash-cam, underwater video camera, aerial remote controlled camera and video microscope.

WELLNESS DECK

CHART ROOM

MEALS: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling. Menu is international with local flair.

LEXspa

SAUNA

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER

Left to right: Browse the library; dining is completely casual with no assigned seating; standard bathroom; Upper Deck cabin with balcony; Category 6 suite.

CATEGORY 1: Main Deck with one or two portholes #301-308

CATEGORY A SOLO: Main Deck with window #309-312, 329-334

CATEGORY 2: Main Deck with window #317-320, 335-336

CATEGORY B SOLO: Upper and Veranda Decks with window #105-106, 203, 208

CATEGORY 3: Main Deck with window #313-316, 321-328, 337-340, 342, 344, 346, 348, 350 CATEGORY 4: Upper and Veranda Decks with window #103-104, 107-108, 201-202, 204-207, 210, 212, 217, 226, 228 CATEGORY 5: Upper Deck with balcony #209, 211, 214, 216, 218, 220-222, 224 CATEGORY 6: Veranda Deck–Suite #101-102; Upper Deck-Suite with balcony #213 CATEGORY 7: Upper Deck–Suite with balcony #215, 219, 230

CATEGORY 3 TRIPLE: Main Deck with window #341, 343 Shared accommodations: Available in Categories 1 and 2.

SOLE OCCUPANCY: Cabins available in Categories A and B. Note: Cabins #209, 211, 214, 216-218, 220, 222, 224, 226, 228, 303-306—These cabins have one queen-sized bed.

All other double cabins have two lower single beds; some can convert to a queen-sized bed. Third person rates are available in the designated triple occupancy cabins at onehalf the double occupancy rate. Cabins #341, 343, 101, 102, 215, 219 and 230 can accommodate a third person.

WITH COMPLIMENTS, YOUR BAR TAB AND ALL CREW GRATUITIES ARE INCLUDED. Prices are per person, double occupancy unless indicated otherwise.

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YEAR

2019

CAT. 1

CAT. 2

CAT. 3

CAT. 4

CAT. 5

CAT. 6

CAT. 7

CAT. A SOLO

CAT. B SOLO

ADVANCE PAYMENT

NOTE

$1,500

Sample Airfare: Round-trip New York/Reykjavík: Economy from $550; Business from $2,300.

$750

Sample Airfares: Round-trip New York/Reykjavík: Economy from $525; Business from $2,300.

$10,990 $12,460 $12,990 $14,790 $16,230 $19,380 $22,500 $15,550 $16,270

2020

$11,320 $12,730 $13,240 $15,130 $16,470 $19,720 $22,870 $15,910 $16,550

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2020

$5,030 $5,650

Legendary Northern Isles: Scotland, Faroes, & Iceland – Page 20

2020

$12,970 $13,890 $14,460 $15,530 $18,730 $21,590 $25,030 $17,370 $18,080 $1,500

$5,880

$6,730

$7,320

$8,770

$10,170

$7,070

$7,350

Sample Airfares: New York/ Bergen, Reykjavík/New York: Economy from $1,300; Business from $2,800.

Prices quoted in this brochure are valid as of the time of printing, are subject to modification, and are not guaranteed until booking and required deposit is made. See our website at expeditions.com for the most up-to-date pricing.

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ICELAND IN CONTEXT COASTAL WONDERS OF NORWAY, THE FAROE ISLANDS & ICELAND Follow the Viking trail from Norway’s fjord lands and the Lofoten Islands, to stone-age sites in Scotland and the turf-roofed cottages of the Faroes.

Then explore Iceland’s geologic wonders from volcanoes to epic waterfalls.

WHILE TECHNICALLY A SUB-ARCTIC GEOGRAPHY,

Iceland self-identifies as an Arctic nation, seeing

EAST GREENLAND:

its climate fate inextricably bound to that of its

WILD SHORES OF THE

northern neighbors. The following expeditions,

HIGH ARCTIC Explore the

aboard our new ship, National Geographic

largest national park in the

Endurance, launching in 2020, offer an excep-

world in northeast Greenland

tional perspective on Iceland’s Nordic context and

and continue the theme of massive ice,

communalities—from a Viking heritage, to hardy,

crevasse-laced glaciers, mountains and more,

independent and innovative cultures. See how

as you head towards the Reykjavík finale via

they differ, too—from the presence or absence of

Iceland’s coastal Vigur and Flatey Islands.

ice to the wildlife. Find complete day-by-day itineraries and more at expeditions.com/Arctic

ICELAND’S WILD WEST COAST TO EAST GREENLAND

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ARCTIC EXPLORATION: A

Towering bird cliffs, mead-

VOYAGE TO ICELAND, EAST

ows carpeted in wildflowers,

GREENLAND & NORWAY

and jaw-dropping waterfalls, plus the massive

Make your way from Iceland’s

Northeast Greenland National Park to search

Westman Islands to remote

for polar bears, musk oxen and more. Enter the

Jan Mayen and Norway’s picturesque villages

Scoresbysund fjord system, and, conditions

spotting geothermal activity, huge seabird popu-

permitting, capture the Northern Light displays

lations and Greenland’s big ice along the way.

with your National Geographic photographer.

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EXTENSIONS, OFFERS AND TERMS

INCLUSIVE PRICING We include just about everything you have the opportunity to do as part of your expedition aboard ship and ashore. The only things not included are those of a personal nature— internet usage, wellness treatments, and other specialized arrangements.

ABOARD SHIP  All meals and nonalcoholic beverages*  Cappuccinos, lattes & complimentary refillable water bottle  24-hour coffee, tea & soda on demand  Hors d’oeuvres & snacks during lounge recap  Sauna  Fitness center  Fully stocked library  The guidance and company of our expedition staff ASHORE  Meals on land, as indicated in itinerary  Special access permits, park fees, port taxes  Transfers to and from group flights  The expertise of our expedition staff ACTIVITIES  All excursions  Zodiac & kayak explorations  Lectures & presentations in the lounge

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RESERVATION INFORMATION Terms & Conditions: For complete terms and conditions please visit www.expeditions.com/terms Costs Include: All accommodations aboard ship or in hotels per itinerary or similar; all meals and nonalcoholic beverages* aboard ship; meals on land as indicated accompanied by nonalcoholic beverages; air transportation where indicated as included; shore excursions; sightseeing and entrance fees; special access permits; transfers to and from group flights; use of snorkeling equipment and wetsuits (where applicable); use of kayaks and/or stand-up paddleboards (where available); use of cross-country skis or snowshoes (where available); tips (except to ship’s crew*); taxes and service charges; services of a ship physician and services of our expedition staff. Unused services or items included in our programs are non-refundable. *All departures aboard National Geographic Endurance and National Geographic Explorer, include alcoholic beverages aboard ship (excepting certain super-premium brands) and tips to the ship’s crew.

Not Included: Air transportation (except where shown as included), extensions, passport, visa, immigration fees, meals not indicated, travel protection plan, items of a personal nature, such as internet access, voyage DVD, laundry.

Airfare: For all programs, airfare is an additional cost unless otherwise indicated. Sample airfares are subject to change. We will gladly assist in making your air arrangements for a $50 per person service fee.

Reservations: To reserve your place, an advance payment is required at the time of reservation. See page 27 for individual itinerary details.

Final Payment: For expeditions National Geographic Endurance and National Geographic Explorer, payment is due 120 days prior to departure.

Payment schedules may vary for certain longer voyages, due to high demand for these voyages. We reserve the right to cancel your reservation if payment has not been received by final payment due date.

Travel Protection Plan: We strongly recommend that you take advantage of our Travel Protection Plan.

This plan offers comprehensive coverage to protect you from cancellation fees, costs incurred due to trip delays/interruption, medical assistance, and damaged or lost baggage, and provides medical assistance and evacuation during your travels. Our Travel Protection Plan is available for U.S. and Canadian residents only, and may be purchased any time prior to final payment due date. If you are not satisfied for any reason, you may return your plan within 10 days after purchase. Your premium will be refunded if canceled within 10 days, provided you have not already departed on the trip or filed a claim. When so returned, the coverage under the plan is void from the original date of purchase.

Responsibility and Other Terms & Conditions: Certain provisions concerning, among other things, limitations of Lindblad Expeditions’ and the National Geographic Society’s liability for loss of property, injury, illness or death during the voyage will be provided to all guests on the ship’s ticket sent prior to departure, and are also available on our website at www.expeditions.com/terms, or upon request. By registering for a trip, the guest agrees to all such terms and conditions.

Note: Itineraries and prices listed in this brochure are as of publication date and are subject to change.

Under normal conditions the total expedition price is guaranteed at the time of booking. However, our expedition pricing is determined far in advance of initial departure on the basis of then-existing projections of fuel and other costs. In the event of increases in those costs, including but not limited to increases in the price of fuel, currency fluctuations, increases in government taxes or levies, or increased security costs, we reserve the right to adjust the price of your expedition or add a surcharge to cover such unexpected increases. We will always provide an explanation of the reason for increase in costs.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellation penalties may apply after payment is received. Please visit www.expeditions.com/terms for complete cancellation policies. ©2019 Lindblad Expeditions Lindblad Expeditions and the Eye are the trademarks of Lindblad Expeditions. All rights reserved.

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