Exploring Europe 2020

EXPLORING EUROPE

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2020 VOYAGES | EXPEDITIONS.COM

This season, navigate Europe aboard Lord of the Glens, National Geographic Explorer, and the newest ship in our fleet, National Geographic Endurance.

Supremely comfortable with lots of outdoor space for observing the passing scenes, and as few as 48 guests to a still intimate 148, each is more yachtlike in scale making Europe exceptionally rewarding.

Our ships give us the flexibility to explore anywhere, from tiny islands in the Swedish archipelago, to charming villages or the slenderest Norwegian fjords, and through the very heart of Scotland. You’ll enter Europe through the front door, so to speak, greeting each new location in the time-honored way. Each of the itineraries featured here contains a sequence and rhythm that is the antithesis of rushed or consumption-oriented. While many of the sites we visit are in one sense already discovered, we as individuals might not have had the pleasure.

Our expedition teams, including the historians and other experts who enhance your experience, are committed to doing whatever it takes to make your experience unforgettable. Our hotel staff is keenly aware that in Europe, cuisine is an essential part of the experience. They offer culinary experiences that consistently earn rave reviews. We invite you to take the opportunity our Europe expeditions offer you to be transformed—by the simple act of having traveled, reflected, and absorbed remarkable places and the nature that formed them.

Cover: Neist Point Lighthouse on the Isle of Skye, Scotland. This page: Scenic Hardangerfjord, Western Norway.

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DYNJANDI WATERFALL, ICELAND

ICELAND TÓRSHAVN, FAROE ISLANDS

TABLE OF CONTENTS 4

North Sea & Baltic Sea

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NEW! Circumnavigating the Baltic Sea

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NEW! North Sea Voyage: Northern Europe & the Normandy Beaches

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U.K., Ireland & Norway

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Ancient Isles: England, Ireland & Scotland

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Scotland’s Highlands & Islands

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NEW! Norwegian Fjords & Scottish Isles

SHETLAND ISLANDS, SCOTLAND

SKELLIGS, IRELAND

SCOTLAND

IRELAND

Iceland & Norway

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Legendary Northern Isles: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland

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Coastal Wonders of Norway, the Faroe Islands & Iceland

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NEW! Wild Iceland Escape

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A Circumnavigation of Iceland

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Iceland & Norway Extensions

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National Geographic Explorer

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National Geographic Endurance

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Lord of the Glens

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Special Offers

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Terms & Conditions

ENGLAND

BELGI FRANCE

13 U.K., Ireland & Norway Extensions 14

North Sea

OMAHA BEACH, FRANCE

LOFOTEN ISLANDS, NORWAY

SAINT PETERSBURG, RUSSIA

NORWAY ESTONIA

SWEDEN DENMARK

Baltic Sea

RUSSIA

LATVIA LITHUANIA

NETHERLANDS

GERMANY

POLAND

TALLINN, ESTONIA

IUM

LÜBECK. GERMANY AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

GDAŃSK, POLAND

ANCIENT CITIES AND MODERN

FROM THE NORTH SEA The waterways of Northern Europe and Scandinavia are home to beautiful coastal cities that have played a crucial and storied role in history. Sea-facing and settled by people at home on the sea, they invite National Geographic Explorer in through the front door.

Voyaging the North Sea, from Copenhagen to London, we’ll explore charming, riverside towns that sprang up along Old-World trade routes. Marvel at the elaborate architecture of well-preserved medieval cities such as Lübeck, a German port founded in 1143 that’s now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On a guided tour of Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum, acquire an insider’s view of the resident Rembrandts and Vermeers. And because you’re on an expedition, spontaneity and flexibility play a role; if something unplanned and wonderful happens, we’ll take the time to pause and experience it, not simply sail by.

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NORTH SEA & BALTIC SEA

LANDMARKS TO THE BALTIC Meanwhile, cruising the Baltic Sea allows us to sail routes of the Hanseatic League, in the paths of early traders and nobles. By exploring the various countries that line the Baltic this way, you can better discover their intertwined histories and delve deep into fascinating cultures. Wander the medieval Old Towns of Riga and Tallinn, explore dazzling St. Petersburg, and dine on local specialties—or enjoy a deck party in the tranquil Swedish Archipelago. Our seasoned expedition leaders, historians—including World War II expert Mark Bielski—and naturalists will enhance your experience.

Main photo: Island of Gamla Stan in Stockholm, Sweden; Inset: A man admires Rembrandt’s perhaps most famous work, The Night Watch.

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NEW! CIRCUMNAVIGATING THE BALTIC SEA 16 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | DATE: 2020: MAY 2—ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER PRICING FROM $17,330 (See page 25 for details.)

Explore nine countries united by the Baltic Sea, discover their intertwined histories, and encounter fascinating cultures.

Wander along the medieval walled city of Visby, explore dazzling St. Petersburg over two days, dine on local specialties and enjoy private musical performances. Enjoy ample choices and avenues for exploration in each of the cities and explore from a privileged vantage point—going by ship allows us to sail routes of the old Hanseatic League, in the paths of early traders and nobles, and it lets us enter the cities as they were meant to be entered—by sea.

MAY 2 AND 3: U.S./Copenhagen, Denmark/Embark MAY 4: Lübeck, Germany MAY 5: Christiansø and Bornholm, Denmark MAY 6: Gdańsk, Poland

Stockholm

Copenhagen

MAY 8: Riga, Latvia

DENMARK

MAY 9: Tallinn, Estonia

Lübeck GERMANY

MAY 10 AND 11: St. Petersburg, Russia MAY 12: Exploring Coastal Finland MAY 13: Cruising Stockholm Archipelago, Sweden MAY 14: Stockholm, Sweden MAY 15: Visby, Gotland MAY 16: Exploring Southern Sweden MAY 17: Copenhagen, Denmark/ Disembark/U.S.

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Baltic Sea

Bornholm

St. Petersburg

Tallinn ESTONIA

Visby SWEDEN

MAY 7: Klaipėda, Lithuania

Top image: View of Tallinn, Estonia; At right: Lübeck, Germany.

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FINLAND

LATVIA Riga Klaipėda LITHUANIA

Gdańsk POLAND

RUSSIA

NEW! NORTH SEA VOYAGE: NORTHERN EUROPE & THE NORMANDY BEACHES 12 DAYS/10 NIGHTS | DATE: 2020: MAY 16—ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER PRICING FROM $11,790 (See page 25 for details.)

Voyage from Copenhagen to London, exploring beautiful coastal cities as well as the crucial and storied role the region has played in history.

Stroll through charming, riverside towns that rose up along Old-World trade routes. Marvel at the elaborate architecture of medieval ruling capitals.

Reflect at the sites of battles that helped determine the outcome of World War II in the company of World War II expert Mark Bielski during the 75th anniversary year of V-E Day.

MAY 16 AND 17: U.S./Copenhagen, Denmark/Embark

North Sea

MAY 18: Lübeck, Germany MAY 19: At Sea MAY 20: Amsterdam, the Netherlands MAY 21 AND 22: Bruges and Antwerp, Belgium MAY 23–26: Beaches and Historical Battlefields of WWII MAY 27: London, England/ Disembark/U.S.

ENGLAND London Dover

DENMARK Copenhagen Kiel Canal

Ijmuiden Canal

Lübeck Amsterdam GERMANY NETHERLANDS

Bruges Antwerp BELGIUM

Caen FRANCE Cherbourg

Top image: Bruges canal with beautiful houses; At right: Omaha Beach was one of the landing areas of the Allied Invasion of Normandy in World War II.

LEARN MORE AT WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM/NORTHSEA

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FROM SELDOM-SEEN SETTLEM

WITH UNIQUE ACCESS England, Ireland, and Scotland are must-visits for travelers, and with good reason. But there’s a way to encounter the Isles in a way few, including the inhabitants, have seen them—from the unique vantage point of an agile expedition ship. Our approach to exploring by sea allows you to get close to rare marvels, like the tropical gardens on the Isles of Scilly. Beehive huts atop Skellig Michael, built by 6th century Celtic monks. Cliffs thronged with northern gannets at St. Kilda. The haunting and beautiful abbey at Iona. Despite centuries of civilization in these parts, there is a pervasive wildness and a visible pre-history.

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U.K., IRELAND & NORWAY

MENTS TO SOARING FJORDS, VIA SHIP In Scotland, Lord of the Glens is able to venture to the heart of the country via canals and then sail to the wild Inner Hebrides. National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Endurance ably sail the North Sea in the wake of explorers and seafarers whose routes you’ll trace to ancient ruins, towering cliffs, and dramatic seascapes. And you won’t just take in the sights from onboard.

Zodiac cruising, kayaking, hiking, and walking through countryside of near-mythic pastoral charm, plus historian-guided tours—all are made easy on our in-depth journeys.

Main photo: St. Kilda, a small group of islands 40 miles off the coast of Scotland; Inset: Skellig Michael, Ireland.

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ANCIENT ISLES: ENGLAND, IRELAND & SCOTLAND 15 DAYS/13 NIGHTS | DATE: 2020: MAY 26—ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER PRICING FROM $14,990 (See page 25 for details.)

Despite our renown for expeditions to remote, wild locations, this ranks among our most loved voyages by expedition staff and past guests alike. It is an absolutely captivating and seldom-seen take on familiar isles—focused on the isles’ 5,000 years of continuous habitation. See pre-history juxtaposed against the present as you explore ancient sites in moody landscapes including historic Orkney and St. Kilda, dramatic Iona, and Skellig Michael with its huts of ascetic Celtic monks. See Stone Age Skara Brae, enter the stunning columnar basalt cave at Staffa, and hoist a pint with spirited locals in cozy pubs along these coasts. Past and present, culture and history in an entertaining and illuminating journey.

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MAY 26 AND 27: U.S./London, England/Embark

Shetland

MAY 28: Portsmouth MAY 29: Fowey MAY 30: Isles of Scilly

St. Kilda

Is. of Lewis Hebrides Staffa Is.

MAY 31: Cobh, Ireland

Atlantic Ocean

JUN. 1: The Skelligs/Dingle

Donegal Bay

JUN. 2: Inishmore/Exploring Western Ireland JUN. 3: Exploring Northwestern Ireland JUN. 4: Iona and Staffa, Inner Hebrides, Scotland JUN. 5: St. Kilda/Callanish JUN. 6: Orkney JUN. 7: Exploring the Shetland Islands JUN. 8: Shetland/At Sea JUN. 9: Bergen, Norway/ Disembark/U.S. Top image: Neolithic village ruins of Skara Brae, circa 2,500, Orkney, Scotland; At right: The HMS Victory, on display in Portsmouth, England.

LEARN MORE AT WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM/BRITISH

Aran Is. Dingle The Skelligs

To Bergen

Orkney SCOTLAND

Iona

IRELAND Cobh

Isles of Scilly

WALES

ENGLAND London

Fowey Portsmouth

SCOTLAND’S HIGHLANDS & ISLANDS 9 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2020: JUN. 7, 14*; JUL. 19, 26*; AUG. 2, 9*, 16, 23*, 30; SEP. 6* Limited availability.

ABOARD LORD OF THE GLENS *These departures travels in reverse order

PRICING FROM $8,230 (See page 31 for details.)

On a voyage through Scotland’s famed lochs, the Caledonian Canal, and the Inner Hebrides aboard Lord of the Glens, experience evocative landscapes dotted with medieval castles and churches. Trace Scotland’s compelling history on visits to fortresses, ancient tombs, and battlefields including Culloden, where Bonnie Prince Charlie was dramatically defeated. Cruise Loch Ness; descend through the intricate lock system of Neptune’s Staircase; and explore serene hills and harbor villages on the picturesque islands of Mull, Iona, Eigg, and Skye.

DAYS 1 AND 2: U.S./Inverness, Scotland/Embark DAY 3: Culloden/Clava Cairns/Loch Ness DAY 4: Laggan Locks/Banavie/ Glenfinnan DAY 5: Loch Linnhe/Oban DAY 6: Sound of Mull/Iona/Duart Castle/Iona/Tobermory

Isle of Kyle of Lochalsh Skye Inverness Cuillin Hills Fort Augustus Inverie Eigg Caledonian Canal Banavie Tobermory Iona Isle Oban SCOTLAND of Mull Edinburgh

DAY 7: Tobermory/Isle of Eigg or Isle of Rum (Small Isles)/Inverie DAY 8: Isle of Skye DAY 9: Kyle of Lochalsh/Inverness/ Disembark/U.S.

Top image: Highland cattle at Duart Castle on the Isle of Mull; At right: Eilean Donan Castle.

LEARN MORE AT WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM/SCOTLAND

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NEW! NORWEGIAN FJORDS & SCOTTISH ISLES 9 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2020: MAY 15, 22*—ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ENDURANCE *This departure travels in reverse order

PRICING FROM $7,970 (See page 29 for details.)

National Geographic Endurance follows in the wake of Vikings— traversing a legendary route across the North Sea that takes you past Norway’s staggering ice-carved fjords and snow-dusted mountains to the dramatic landscapes of the Scottish Isles.

Along the way, explore an array of remote, ancient-day sites—Bronze Age ruins on the rugged Shetland Islands, the Viking tombs of Orkney, the 5,000-year-old settlement of Skara Brae—all juxtaposed against the dynamic, bustling cities of Bergen and Edinburgh.

DAYS 1 AND 2: U.S./Bergen, Norway/Embark DAY 4: Hidra/At Sea DAY 5: Isle of Noss and Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland

Orkney

Shetland Unst Lerwick

DAY 7: Kirkwall, Orkney DAY 8: Exploring Orkney DAY 9: Edinburgh/Disembark/U.S.

FOR FULL ITINERARY DETAILS SEE EXPEDITIONS.COM/ISLES

Bergen

Hardangerfjord

Kirkwall

DAY 6: Unst

Above: Discover the ancient and mysterious UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ring of Brodgar and other archaeological sites in Orkney and the Shetlands, Scotland. At right: Walk, kayak, or Zodiac through ice-carved fjords and verdant villages in Norway.

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NORWAY

DAY 3: Hardangerfjord

Hidra SCOTLAND Edinburgh

U.K., IRELAND & NORWAY EXTENSIONS

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR TIME IN THE REGION BERGEN PRE- OR POST-VOYAGE: 2 DAYS/1 NIGHT 2020*: From $980

SCOTLAND PRE-VOYAGE: 6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS 2020*: From $4,520

Norway’s once bustling seaport town is nestled amongst fjords and offers an amazing look back into medieval times and the Hanseatic League that once dominated the region.

Explore the Bryggen area with a guide—it is a UNESCO World Heritage Site composed of the old Hanseatic wharf and buildings and one of the best known urban areas from the Middle Ages in all of Norway. Don’t forget your camera when you head up Fløyen Mountain for dinner and a spectacular panoramic view of the city.

Discover ancient history, UNESCO Sites, and enchanting green landscapes. You’ll walk the site of the bloody Culloden battle of 1746 and see Cawdor Castle’s collection of rare tapestries, portraits, and lovely gardens—all illuminated by expert guides.

Explore Stirling Castle, perched along the main route between the highlands and lowlands, and learn its unique history before continuing onto Rosslyn Chapel with its fascinating legends and connection to the Knights Templar. In Edinburgh, visit the historic Edinburgh Castle, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official residence of the Queen in Scotland.

Add it before or after Norwegian Fjords & Scottish Isles or after Ancient Isles: England, Ireland & Scotland.

Add it before Ancient Isles: England, Ireland & Scotland.

EDINBURGH PRE- OR POST-VOYAGE: 2 DAYS/2 NIGHTS 2020*: From $1,840 From ancient castles to contemporary charms, experience all of Edinburgh. With the Waldorf Astoria in the heart of the city as your base, you’ll visit the ancient Edinburgh Castle and see the Stone of Scone, used for centuries in the coronation of the monarchs of Scotland. Stroll in the footsteps of Scottish royalty along the Royal Mile from the castle and nearby historic houses to the elegant Georgian terraces and crescents of the New Town. Edinburgh’s stunning architecture and winding medieval streets will immerse you in both the city’s rich history and vibrant present. And if you choose any August 2020 departure, you’ll get to experience the pageantry of the Edinburgh Military Tattoo, a spectacle of massed pipe and drum bands, Highland dancers, and fiddlers, set against the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.

Add it before or after Scotland’s Highlands & Islands.

*All pricing is per person, double occupancy. Airfare is not included on all extensions.

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LANDSCAPES AND CULTURES UNIQUELY EXPERIENCED Travelers to Iceland often already know the basics about Reykjavík and the country’s natural marvels—but traveling by ship leads to discoveries that most visitors to the “land of fire and ice” don’t get to appreciate.

It means coming ashore in small towns and villages that were isolated and only accessible by water until the late 20th century. Or arriving by Zodiac at the base of world-class waterfalls hours away from bus or car access. You can explore stark volcanic landscapes, see towering cliffs teeming with nesting seabirds, cruise among magnificent icebergs in Jökulsárlón, or watch for humpbacks and minke whales in the remote Westfjords. Feel the legacy of Viking explorers as you stroll through historic villages. Even enjoy private on-board talks with local artists and politicians, and concerts with top Icelandic performers who have been picked exclusively by our ethnomusicologist, Jacob Edgar. Of course, you might cap off the adventure with a soak in the famous Blue Lagoon.

Main photo: Colorful homes of Flatey Island in Breiðafjörður, Iceland; Inset: Guests explore the coast of Iceland by Zodiac.

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ICELAND & NORWAY

LIKE NO OTHERS ON EARTH, ON A SHIP VOYAGE Itineraries on the following pages give you the long and the short of Iceland options— an in-depth circumnavigation of the island, or a compact land and sea Wild Escape.

Two other expeditions invite you to explore Iceland in the context of its northern neighbors—Iceland with Scotland and the Faroe Islands, and Iceland, Norway, and the Faroes. Choose either to gain an exhilarating sense of the Viking diaspora and the legacy of these intrepid sea-farers.

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LEGENDARY NORTHERN ISLES: SCOTLAND, FAROES & ICELAND 14 DAYS/12 NIGHTS | DATE: 2020: JUN. 8—ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER PRICING FROM $12,970 (See page 25 for details.)

Encounter Shetland ponies roaming verdant landscapes. Go back in time at Skara Brae, a 5,000-yearold stone-slab village on Orkney and see the mysterious standing stones of the Ring of Brodgar. Walk with a historian through Jarlshof archaeological site, a complex of ancient settlements spanning 4,000 years of human history. Meet the welcoming islanders who call the scenic Faroes home and marvel at its dramatic beauty.

Observe incredible birdlife— massive northern fulmar and gannet colonies in the Faroes and Grimsey, and on the Cliffs of Noss, thousands of murres and kittiwakes. Experience a near circumnavigation of the geologic wonders of Iceland.

Above: Panorama of Gasadalur village, Faroe Islands; At right: Encounter the local birdlife (and profusion of puffins) in Iceland.

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Ísafjörður Látrabjarg Flatey Is.

Grímsey Lake Akureyri Mývatn ICELAND Djúpivogur Reykjavík Jökulsárlón

Surtsey Island

Heimaey Island Faroe Islands

Tórshavn

Bergen Shetland

SCOTLAND

JUN. 8 AND 9: U.S./Bergen, Norway/ Embark JUN. 10: Orkney Islands, Scotland JUN. 11: Shetland Islands JUN. 12-14: Exploring the Faroe Island archipelago JUN. 15: Djúpivogur, Iceland JUN. 16: At 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.

FOR FULL ITINERARY DETAILS SEE EXPEDITIONS.COM/LEGEND

NORWAY

Orkney

COASTAL WONDERS OF NORWAY, THE FAROE ISLANDS & ICELAND 17 DAYS/15 NIGHTS | DATE: 2020 JUN. 18—ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ENDURANCE PRICING FROM $17,160 (See page 29 for details.)

Follow the Viking trail aboard the National Geographic Endurance on a voyage from Norway to the far-flung islands and archipelagos of the North Atlantic. Cruise the famed Norwegian Fjordland and the magical Lofoten Islands. Explore Stone Age sites in Scotland’s Shetland Islands. Come faceto-face with the legacy of the Vikings amid the turf-roofed cottages and ancient sites in the mysterious and stunningly beautiful Faroe Islands. Then trace Iceland’s most remote shorelines, witnessing geological wonders from volcanoes to thundering waterfalls.

Tromsø Lofoten Islands

Látrabjarg Ísafjörður

Grimsey Island Langanes Peninsula Flatey Is. ARCTIC CIRCLE ICELAND Reykjavík

Vega

Westman Islands

Faroe Islands

Tórshavn NORWAY

Shetland Islands

JUN. 18 AND 19: U.S./Oslo, Norway JUN. 20: Oslo/Tromsø/Embark JUN. 21: Tysfjorden JUN. 22: Lofoten Islands JUN. 23 AND 24: Exploring the Norwegian Fjords JUN. 25: At Sea/Noss/Lerwick, Shetland Islands

Above: Landscape near the Svartisen glacier, Svartisen National Park, Norway.

Nordfjord

JUN. 26: Lerwick/Foula

Lerwick

Oslo

JUN. 27-29: Exploring the Faroe Islands archipelago JUN. 30: Langanes Peninsula/ Grimsey, Iceland JUL. 1: Ísafjörður JUL. 2: Flatey Island/Látrabjarg JUL. 3: Islands of Heimaey & Surtsey, Westman Islands JUL. 4: Reykjavík/Disembark/U.S.

FOR FULL ITINERARY DETAILS SEE EXPEDITIONS.COM/FAROES 17

NEW! WILD ICELAND ESCAPE

6 DAYS/5 NIGHTS | DATES: 2020: JUN. 29; JUL. 12—ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER PRICING FROM $5,030 (See page 25 for details.)

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. Venture across the stark landscape of an island formed by volcanic eruptions, where the ground is still warmed by geothermal activity. Set out

by Zodiac to view towering cliffs teeming with nesting seabirds and snow-capped plateaus rising into the clouds. Explore the legacy of Viking explorers and intrepid fishermen as you visit historic villages and navigate dramatic shorelines from the wild Westfjords region to the volcanic Westman Islands. Visit tiny Djúpavík to learn about the herring industry that was once the heartbeat of this town and hike the beautiful tundra carpeting its fjord.

DAYS 1 AND 2: U.S./Reykjavík, Iceland/Embark DAY 3: Djúpavík DAY 4: Arnafjörður and Látrabjarg Cliffs

DAY 6: Reykjavík/Disembark/U.S.

LEARN MORE AT WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM/ICEESCAPE

Djúpavík Dynjandi Látrabjarg ICELAND

DAY 5: Islands of Surtsey & Heimaey, Westman Islands

Above: Panoramic of the Strandir Coast; Djúpavík, West Fjords, Iceland; At right: Puffins on Látrabjarg Cliffs.

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Arnafjörður

Atlantic Ocean

Reykjavík

Surtsey Island

Heimaey Island

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR WILD ICELAND ESCAPE Opt to extend your trip and venture into the rugged interior of the country with five options to experience a different side of Iceland. See Reykjavík’s Golden Circle & Blue Lagoon pre-voyage extension, details listed on page 21.

ICELAND’S VOLCANIC NORTHEAST POST-VOYAGE: 3 DAYS/2 NIGHTS 2020*: From $2,970

ICELAND’S HIGHLANDS AND LOWLANDS: AN ACTIVE ADVENTURE POST-VOYAGE: 4 DAYS/3 NIGHTS 2020*: From $3,990

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.

Add it after Wild Iceland Escape.

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.

Add it after Wild Iceland Escape.

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.

GLACIER HELI-HIKING POST-VOYAGE: 3 DAYS/3 NIGHTS 2020*: From $7,990 Experience Iceland’s magnificent landscapes from a unique viewpoint. 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 manmade ice cave and go deep underground to see the brilliant blue ice that’s been forming over centuries.

Add it after Wild Iceland Escape and A Circumnavigation of Iceland.

Add it after Wild Iceland Escape and A Circumnavigation of Iceland. *All pricing is per person, double occupancy. Airfare is not included on all extensions.

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A CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF ICELAND 11 DAYS/9 NIGHTS | DATES: 2020: JUN. 20; JUL. 3, 16, 25 ABOARD NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER PRICING FROM $11,320 (See page 25 for details.)

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. It alone makes a circumnavigation a very compelling idea. And when you add in the other itinerary components—Iceland’s people, their unique cultural heritage and contemporary character, the island’s geography and birdlife— seeing it all in one 360º Iceland circumnavigation expedition is irresistible.

DAYS 1 AND 2: U.S./Reykjavík, Iceland/Embark DAY 3: Flatey Island/Látrabjarg DAY 4: Exploring Northwestern Iceland DAY 5: Ísafjörður DAY 7: Lake Mývatn and Húsavík DAY 8: Exploring Northeast Iceland DAY 9: Djúpivogur DAY 10: Islands of Surtsey & Heimaey, Westman Islands DAY 11: Reykjavík/Disembark/U.S.

SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/ICELAND

Siglufjörður

Látrabjarg Flatey Is.

DAY 6: Siglufjördur and Akureyri

Above: Jökulsárlón Ice Lagoon; At right: A couple stand together viewing Goðafoss waterfall in Iceland.

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Ísafjörður

Atlantic Ocean

Langanes Peninsula

Grímsey

Húsavík

Akureyri

Lake Mývatn

ICELAND

Djúpivogur

Reykjavík Jökulsárlón

Surtsey Island

Heimaey Island

ICELAND & NORWAY EXTENSIONS

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR TIME IN THE REGION ICELAND’S NATURAL WONDERS POST-VOYAGE: 4 DAYS/4 NIGHTS 2020*: From $4,910

DEPLAR FARM, TROLL PENINSULA POST-VOYAGE: 3 DAYS/3 NIGHTS 2020*: From $4,580 Enjoy an individually-crafted experience while at this beautiful, remote farm. Hike the Troll Peninsula or soak in Deplar’s geothermal pool. Ride an Icelandic horse and kayak the local rivers. Enjoy morning yoga, as well as phenomenal meals prepared by the onsite chef.

Soak in geothermal waters in Lake Myvatn and the Blue Lagoon. Explore lava fields and birdwatch in Akureyri.

Experience the wonders of the Golden Circle, and more.

Add it after Legendary Northern Isles: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland.

Add it after A Circumnavigation of Iceland.

REYKJAVÍK GOLDEN CIRCLE & BLUE LAGOON PRE-OR POST- VOYAGE: 1 DAY/1 NIGHT 2020*: 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.

Add it before A Circumnavigation of Iceland and Wild Iceland Escape, or after Legendary Northern Isles: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland.

BERGEN PRE-VOYAGE: 2 DAYS/1 NIGHT 2020*: $From $980 Norway’s once bustling seaport town is nestled amongst fjords and offers an amazing look back into medieval times and the Hanseatic League. Explore the Bryggen area’s Hanseatic wharf and buildings that are one of the best known urban areas from the Middle Ages in all of Norway.

Don’t forget your camera when you head up Fløyen Mountain for dinner and a spectacular panoramic view of the city.

Add it before Legendary Northern Isles: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland. *All pricing is per person, double occupancy. Airfare is not included on all extensions.

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPLORER SAILS ON A MISSION OF DISCOVERY The waterways of Northern Europe and Scandinavia are home to beautiful coastal cities that have played a crucial and storied role in history. And on our expeditions, you can enter these destinations the way they were meant to be—via the sea. Aboard National Geographic Explorer, you can see what Vikings saw as they set out for uncharted territory. Or use the fact that you’ll be arriving at towns near the storied WWII beaches from the sea, to contemplate the men who came the same way on a very different mission 75 years ago.

Thousands of years of culture in this region have been interwoven with the sea; what better way to encounter it than by ship?

Explore aboard National Geographic Explorer on these itineraries: Circumnavigating the Baltic Sea (page 6) ; North Sea Voyage: Northern Europe & the Normandy Beaches (page 7); Ancient Isles: England, Ireland & Scotland (page 10); Legendary Northern Isles: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland (page 16); Wild Iceland Escape (page 18); and A Circumnavigation of Iceland (page 20)

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National Geographic Explorer, Trollfjord, Norway.

Music, artists, and photographers aboard National Geographic Explorer

Curated on-board discussions and panels with local leaders as well as artists and musicians add to the expedition experience. Our ethnomusicologist Jacob Edgar, the host of Music Voyager and founder of the record label Cumbancha, has curated a line-up of stellar musicians thrilled to come aboard and share their artistry. Enjoy unique musical experiences on our Circumnavigation of Iceland; North Sea Voyage: Northern Europe & the Normandy Beaches; Circumnavigating the Baltic Sea; and Ancient Isles: England, Ireland & Scotland expeditions.

And share the adventure with iconic adventurer-explorer Tim Severin on Ancient Isles: England, Ireland & Scotland sailing May 26, 2020 and Legendary Northern Isles: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland sailing June 8, 2020. Meet more of the engaging and informative Guest Speakers sharing our Europe adventure at expeditions.com/globalperspectives.

Since 2004 when the Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic alliance was formed, a National Geographic Photographer has been aboard every National Geographic Explorer expedition to inspire and advise photographers of all skill levels. Travel with National Geographic photographer Erika Skogg (at right) on Wild Iceland Escape on July 12, 2020 and A Circumnavigation of Iceland on July 16 and 25, 2020, and National Geographic photographer Jeff Mauritzen on Ancient Isles: England, Ireland & Scotland sailing May 26, 2020.

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

REGISTRY: Bahamas. OVERALL LENGTH: 367 feet.

National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship. It is a 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.

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.

CATEGORY 1: Main Deck with one or two portholes #301-308 CATEGORY 2: Main Deck with window #317-320, 335-336 CATEGORY 3: Main Deck with window #313-316, 321-328, 337340, 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

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

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

Equipped with Ethernet and Wi-Fi connections and USB ports for mobile devices.

EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT: Zodiac landing craft, kayaks, Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV), hydrophone, splashcam, underwater video camera, crow’s nest remote controlled camera and video microscope.

SPECIAL FEATURES: A full-time doctor, undersea specialist, National Geographic photographer, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor and a video chronicler, internet café and laundry.

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.

CATEGORY A SOLO: Main Deck with window #309-312, 329-334 CATEGORY B SOLO: Upper and Veranda Decks with window #105-106, 203, 208 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 one-half the double occupancy rate. Cabins #341, 343, 101, 102, 215, 219 and 230 can accommodate a third person.

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YEAR

Circumnavigating the Baltic Sea – Page 6

2020 $17,330 $18,320 $19,000 $20,210 $23,810 $27,250 $32,400 $22,910 $23,750 $2,500

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NOTE Sample Airfares: Round-trip New York/ Copenhagen: Economy from $900; Business from $3,700.

North Sea Voyage: Northern 2020 $11,790 $12,380 $13,140 $13,460 $16,050 $18,730 $21,540 $15,470 $16,430 $1,500 Europe & the Normandy Beaches – Page 7

Sample Airfares: New York/Copenhagen, London/New York: Economy from $1,000; Business from $4,000.

Ancient Isles: England, Ireland & Scotland – Page 10

2020 $15,340 $16,100 $17,090 $17,500 $20,870 $24,340 $28,000 $20,130 $22,650 $1,500

Sample Airfares: New York/London, Bergen/ New York: Economy from $1,000; Business from $3,200.

Legendary Northern Isles: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland – Page 16

2020 $12,970 $13,890 $14,460 $15,530 $18,730 $21,590 $25,030 $17,370 $18,080 $1,500

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

Wild Iceland Escape – Page 18

2020 $5,030 $5,650 $5,880

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

A Circumnavigation of Iceland – Page 20

2020 $11,320 $12,730 $13,240 $15,130 $16,470 $19,720 $22,870 $15,910 $16,550 $1,500

$6,730

$7,320

$8,770

$10,170

$7,070

$7,350

$750

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

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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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ENDURANCE OFFERS EUROPE’S MOST UNIQUE VANTAGE Do you need the world’s premier ice class expedition ship to explore the largely ice-free sub-Arctic? Not likely, but with just 126 guests and a next-generation smooth-sailing hull design, you can be certain that you’ll be enjoying one of the most comfortable ways to explore, including farflung isles and the rugged coasts of Norway, Iceland, and the deep fjords of the Faroes—and that our small onboard community will be be able to Guests visit remote villages reach places inaccessible to cruise ships. You’ll sail across the North Sea along Norway’s fjords. in the wake of legendary explorers and seafarers, traveling from Norway’s fjords to Scotland’s rolling green hills and antiquities. Glide beneath dramatic cliffs. Take in the evocative seascapes of the Shetland Islands. Discover the arresting landscapes of the Faroes.

And travel back in time amid the Stone Age sites of the Orkney Islands.

Explore aboard National Geographic Endurance on these itineraries: Norwegian Fjords & Scottish Isles (page 12) and Coastal Wonders of Norway, the Faroe Islands & Iceland (page 17).

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Culture and music aboard National Geographic Endurance

On-board talks with local artists and politicians, tasting regional flavors, and curated performances will enrich your experience on our Coastal Wonders of Norway, the Faroe Islands & Iceland. Look forward to local musicians, traditional or contemporary, coming on board or performing for us in intriguing venues.

And share the voyage with adventurer Peter Hillary, joining as a Global Perspectives Guest Speaker to share his insights on these seldom-visited lands in June 18, 2020.

Go home with frame-worthy photos with the help of the National Geographic Photographer on every expedition. They’ll provide inspiration, tips, and advice gleaned over the course of their significant careers to help you get the shots of a lifetime. Travel with National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson, who once spent two years photographing the Celtic realm for one story, on the Norwegian Fjords & Scottish Isles voyage sailing May 15 and 22, 2020. Or renowned National Geographic photographer Dan Westergren (at right) on the Coastal Wonders of Norway, the Faroe Islands & Iceland voyage June 18, 2020.

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CAPACITY: 126 guests in 69 outside cabins.

REGISTRY: Bahamas. OVERALL LENGTH: 406 feet.

National Geographic Endurance is a next-generation expedition ship, purpose-built for polar navigation. A fully stabilized, highly strengthened, ice-class Polar Code PC5 (Category A) vessel, it is designed to navigate polar passages year-round, and safely explore uncharted waters, while providing exceptional comfort.

Its patented X-bow® is key to its design; its powerful wave-slicing action provides an extremely smooth ride even in adverse conditions, and even reduces spray on deck for superior observation.

She carries a full suite of expedition tools, and offers a variety of experience enhancing amenities.

PUBLIC AREAS: Two restaurants, a chef’s table for small group dining, observation lounge with bar, gym, wellness area, infinitystyle outdoor hot tubs, library, main lounge with full service bar, 24-hour beverage, state-of-the-art facilities for films, slideshows and presentations, and a photo workshop area; plus, an expedition base with lockers for expedition gear, and an “open bridge” for access to our captain, officers and the art of navigation.

MEALS: Two restaurants, featuring local, sustainable choices and unassigned seating for flexible, inclusive dining; plus a Chef’s table for intimate, small group dining. Main restaurant has 270º views, and the Observation deck restaurant features lighter, made-to-order fare.

CABINS: All cabins face outside with large windows, private facilities and climate controls. 53 cabins have balconies. Cabins are equipped with expedition command centers with tablets and USB/ mobile device docking, TVs, Wi-Fi connections, and hair dryers.

EXPEDITION TOOLS: Zodiac landing craft, kayaks, snowshoes, cross-country skis, undersea specialist operating a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) and underwater video camera for unique access to polar marine world, hydrophone, aerial remotecontrolled camera and video microscope.

SPECIAL FEATURES: A full-time doctor, undersea specialist, National Geographic photographer, Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor and video chronicler, an internet cafe and laundry.

WELLNESS: The vessel is staffed by our wellness specialists and features a glass-enclosed yoga studio, gym, treatment rooms and spa relax area, and high- and low-heat saunas with ocean views.

CATEGORY 1: Fore Deck with two large windows, alcove seating, relax chair #406, 408, 411, 413, 415 CATEGORY 2: Fore Deck with two large windows, alcove seating, relax chair #410, 412, 414, 416-419, 421-427 CATEGORY 3: Main Deck—Suite with balcony and sofa #512-524 CATEGORY 4: Lounge Deck—Suite with balcony and sofa #608, 610, 612, 613-623 CATEGORY 5: Bridge Deck—Suite with balcony and sofa #708, 709, 711, 713 CATEGORY 6: Bridge Deck—Junior Balcony Suite with large balcony, sofa bed #710

CATEGORY 7: Bridge Deck—Large Balcony Suite with large balcony, sofa bed, bathtub, walk-in closet #700-707, 712, 714-717 CATEGORY A SOLO: Main Deck—Suite with balcony and sofa #504-510, 513 CATEGORY B SOLO: Lounge Deck—Suite with balcony and sofa #604, 606, 609, 611 All cabins have: Ability to set up as queen or two twins, command center with docking for multiple devices, atlas, clock, barometer, TV, phone, digital tablet for onboard info, hair dryer, safe, refrigerator.

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From top (artist’s renderings): Suite with balcony; standard suite; yoga studio.

Prices are per person, double occupancy unless indicated otherwise.

WITH COMPLIMENTS, YOUR BAR TAB & ALL CREW GRATUITIES ARE INCLUDED.

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Norwegian Fjords & Scottish Isles – Page 12

2020

$7,970

Coastal Wonders of Norway, the Faroe Islands & Iceland – Page 17

2020

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$8,200 $9,990 $10,990 $12,200 $13,990 $15,530 $12,490 $13,740 $1,500

$17,160 $17,670 $21,560 $23,930 $26,560 $30,540 $33,900 $26,950 $29,910 $2,500

Sample Airfares: New York/Bergen and Edinburgh/New York (or vice versa): Economy from: $1,150; Business from $4,500.

Includes one hotel night. Sample Airfares: New York/Oslo and Reykjavik/ New York: Economy from: $600; Business from $3,200. Charter airfare from $490 (Oslo/Tromsø).

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LORD OF THE GLENS VENTURES TO THE HEART OF SCOTLAND Purpose-built to offer a Scotland experience that is 100% unique, the intimate Lord of the Glens is able to traverse Scotland’s Caledonian Canal—which connects the North Sea to the Atlantic Ocean via lochs and canals—as well as navigate open water to the great islands of the Inner Hebrides. Lord of The Glens is the perfect home base for savoring the best of Scotland, an the perfect base camp for walking, hiking, and biking adventures along the way.

Explore aboard Lord of the Glens on this itinerary: Scotland’s Highlands & Islands (page 11).

While every Scotland expedition sails with a Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo instructor to help you make the most of some of the most picturesque photo ops in the world, select expeditions include a National Geographic Photographer for added inspiration. Be inspired and guided on the August 2, 2020 voyage by National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson, author of more than 50 stories for National Geographic and National Geographic Traveler magazines, who once spent two years shooting the Celtic realm for the March 2006 article, “Celt Appeal.”

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CAPACITY: 48 guests in 26 outside cabins.

REGISTRY: Great Britain. OVERALL LENGTH: 150 feet.

PUBLIC AREAS: With exterior teak decks, hardwood finished interiors, and fine fabrics, Lord of the Glens offers a stylish and relaxing ambience. The two lounges and two open-air viewing areas are social hubs aboard ship. There is a bar, and space to read books from the well-stocked library.

MEALS: Served in single seatings with unassigned tables for an informal atmosphere and easy mingling, meals focus on healthy cuisine including fresh Scottish poultry, trout, and other options.

Main image: Lord of the Glens cruises along the Caledonian Canal towards Fort Augustus, Scotland. Insets clockwise from top: Dining room; Category 2 cabin with twin beds; Category 2 cabin with a double bed.

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DAVID LIVINGSTONE

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CABINS: Cabins are tasteful, comfortable, and amply sized, with outside views. Most cabins have picture windows (three have two large portholes high in the cabin). Facilities include a private bathroom with shower, individually controlled air-conditioning and heating, television, music system, hair dryer, telephone, safety deposit box, bathrobes, and toiletries.

SPECIAL FEATURES: There is complimentary Wi-Fi on board and a computer in the reception area. Bicycles are provided along our route at no additional cost, and weather permitting a kayaking excursion will be offered during the voyage. Lord of the Glens is the only ship of its kind able to both navigate the locks of the Caledonian Canal and sail among the islands of the Inner Hebrides.

She offers us the unique ability to explore both the Highlands and the fabled Scottish isles.

CATEGORY 1: James Watt Deck #105 (2 lower beds, 2 portholes); James Watt Deck Sole Occupancy #104*, 106* (1 double bed, 2 portholes); David Roberts Deck #209 (2 lower beds), 211-212 (1 double bed, picture window).

CATEGORY 2: David Roberts Deck #201-208, 210, 214, 216-217 (2 lower beds, picture window); Sole Occupancy #218*-219* (1 double bed, picture window); Alexander Graham Bell Deck #301-306 (2 lower beds, large picture window).

Shared Accommodations: Shares can be arranged at the double occupancy rate in Categories 1 and 2.

Prices are per person, double occupancy unless indicated otherwise.

WITH COMPLIMENTS, YOUR BAR TAB & ALL CREW GRATUITIES ARE INCLUDED. PLUS, ENJOY COMPLIMENTARY WI-FI.

ITINERARY

YEAR

CAT. 1

CAT. 2

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CAT. 2 SOLO

ADVANCE PAYMENT

Scotland’s Highlands & Islands – Page 11

2020

$8,230

$9,370

$12,350

$14,060

$1,000

NOTE Sample Airfares: Round-trip New York/Inverness: Economy from $600; Business from $3,600.

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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TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR SPECIAL OFFERS WITH COMPLIMENTS: We will cover your bar tab and tips to the ship’s crew on all departures aboard National Geographic Endurance, National Geographic Explorer, and Lord of the Glens. Plus, enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi on all departures aboard Lord of the Glens.

BRINGING THE KIDS: We believe sharing an expedition with your kids or grandkids is a life-enhancing experience.

So take $500 off for each child under the age of 18 on any departure.

BACK-TO-BACK SAVINGS: Save 10% on any consecutive journeys taken on board our expedition ships. This savings is applicable on voyage fares only, and are not valid on extensions or airfare.

TRAVELING AS A GROUP: Save 5% when traveling as a group of 8 or more people. Take advantage of these great savings, while enjoying traveling with your friends and family. This savings is applicable to voyage fares only, and is not valid on extensions or airfare. Deposit, final payments, and cancellation policies for group travel vary from our regular policies.

COMBINING OFFERS: Certain offers may be combinable, up to two savings opportunities except where noted otherwise. For example, travel with a group of eight or more on back-to-back expeditions, and take advantage of both savings!

Travel aboard National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Endurance, and Lord of the Glens and we will cover your bar tab and all tips for the crew.

Plus, stay connected with complimentary Wi-Fi aboard Lord of the Glens.

Typical Faroese houses with green roofs on the Faroe Islands.

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OFFERS, TERMS & CONDITIONS INCLUSIVE PRICING MEANS VALUE + EXPERIENCES 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, alcoholic beverages (except certain super-premium brands), and non-alcoholic beverages  Cappuccinos, lattes & complimentary refillable water bottle  24-hour coffee, tea & soda  Hors d’oeuvres & snacks during recap  Sauna & Fitness Center  Fully stocked library  The guidance and company of our expedition staff  Gratuities to ship’s crew 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 shore activities  Zodiac, kayak and stand-up paddleboard explorations  Snorkeling, including wetsuits, masks, fins  Lectures & presentations in the lounge *All departures aboard Lord of the Glens include complimentary Wi-Fi on board.

RESERVATION INFORMATION Terms & Conditions: For complete terms and conditions please visit expeditions.com/terms Costs Include: All accommodations aboard ship or in hotels per itinerary or similar; all meals and beverages (excluding certain super-premium brands of alcohol) aboard ship; meals on land as indicated accompanied by non alcoholic 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 (including 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.

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 chronicle, 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. A per-person deposit begins at $750 and is dependent upon itinerary.

Final Payment: For expeditions aboard all ships with the exception of National Geographic Endurance and National Geographic Explorer payment is due 90 days prior to departure. For expeditions aboard 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 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 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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