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Front cover: Dwarfed by the peaks of Glacier National Park, a couple takes in the view from their perch above Grinnell Lake.

This page: A staircase weaves between whitewashed walls high above the caldera of the Greek island of Santorini.

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NORTH AMERICA 8 Glacier National Park N E W 10 Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks

11 American Southwest National Parks 12 Arches, Canyonlands, and Mesa Verde National Parks

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14 Yosemite National Park 15 Belize and Tikal 16 Costa Rica SOUTH AMERICA 17 Peru 18 Ecuador 19 Patagonia 20 Chile and Easter Island

O N U N I Q U E E X P E D I T I O N S C U R AT E D B Y N AT I O N A L G E O G R A P H I C

Our Private Expeditions are unique itineraries designed

OCEANIA 21 New Zealand 22 Australia ASIA 24 Japan 25 China

to bring you and the traveling companions you choose—

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whether it’s one, two, or ten—to extraordinary places

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all over the world. You’ll explore with private guides, enjoy specially arranged visits with local artisans and

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AFRICA 29 Madagascar

experts, and sometimes join a small group for a safari

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or a cruise. Throughout your trip, you’ll stay in top

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accommodations, including some of the world’s leading

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sustainable lodges. Simply select one of our captivating

EUROPE 34 Greek Isles

destinations and decide when you would like to go.

We’ll take care of the rest.

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T H E N A T I O N A L G E O G R A P H I C DIFFERENCE

The paleontological sites of Morocco's Sahara have yielded fascinating new fossil finds.

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KNOWLEDGE LET THE EXPERTS GUIDE YOU You gain knowledge when you travel with National Geographic—whether you’re learning about fossils in Morocco or sailing the Galápagos aboard an intimate yacht while listening to a naturalist interpret animal behavior. From the local guides who lead your trip to the experts you meet in the field, you'll be surrounded by people who are steeped in knowledge and insights—and passionate about sharing that knowledge with you.

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Over the past 133 years, we’ve sent our scientists, storytellers, and adventurers across continents and into remote cultures, down to the oceans’ depths and up the highest mountains in an effort to better understand our planet. National Geographic Expeditions grew from this legacy as a way to invite others to explore—to encounter the wonders of the world up close, in depth, right at the source, and to be transformed by the experience.

The sleek, spotted coat of a wild margay stands out on a volcanic outcrop in Costa Rica’s Arenal Volcano National Park.

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A subterranean tunnel dazzles with illuminated glowworms in New Zealand.

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When you travel with us, you help further the work of our

National Geographic opens doors around the globe:

scientists, explorers, and educators around the world. Every

our relationships with scientists, explorers, scholars, and

year, we distribute a portion of our proceeds to the National

storytellers allow us special access to places and people.

Geographic Society, creating more opportunities to work toward

Traveling with us, you get a close-up view of work that’s

a planet in balance. To learn more, visit natgeo.com/giveback.

helping to illuminate and protect the world’s cultural and natural treasures, from the revival of ancient weaving practices in the Peruvian Andes to wildlife conservation efforts run in partnership with the Maasai of Tanzania.

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PEACE OF MIND Sometimes the most rewarding trips are the ones where you can just let go, knowing you are in good hands. Exploring is an essential part of who we are at National Geographic, and so is putting the well-being of our travelers first. We are hard at work developing health and safety measures that make traveling with us in the era of COVID-19 possible, while keeping our trips inspiring and memorable. When the time is right for you, we will be ready. And we will be thrilled to see the world with you again.

H E L P I N G K E E P YO U SA F E We are consulting closely with public health experts to determine how to best navigate this new normal in a measured and thoughtful manner. Our health and safety protocols will consider the latest guidance and recommendations of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control, international and local health agencies, and destination partners. We look forward to sharing additional details on our website as they become available.

We also are closely monitoring U.S. Department of State travel advisories and the guidance of government officials around the world so that we can nimbly respond to potential travel restrictions or policy changes in the countries we visit. When you choose to travel again, please visit the Department of State website, travel.state.gov, to stay abreast of the situation in your chosen destination.

L AT E S T B O O K I N G P O L I C I E S We recognize that the situation at home and around the world is constantly evolving, and that your travel plans— like ours—may need to be adjusted down the road. To provide you more flexibility, we have modified our booking policies. For more details, please visit natgeoexpeditions.com/bookingpolicy.

So where will we see you next? Machu Picchu? Yellowstone? On safari in East Africa? Wherever and whenever you choose to travel, we can’t wait to explore with you again.

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CUSTOM TRIPS LET US DESIGN YOUR DREAM TRIP Everyone’s idea of a dream trip is a little different—and we’re happy to design yours.

You can modify one of the Private Expeditions in this catalog by including a destination that isn’t in the original itinerary. You might extend your Peru expedition with an excursion into the Amazon rainforest, for example, or tack a visit to Laos onto your Vietnam and Cambodia itinerary. Or you can pick a place on your bucket list and let us craft a trip tailor-made for you. Portugal? India? Colombia? We can help make your dream trip come true.

Call 1-888-966-8687 or visit natgeoexpeditions.com/custom to start crafting the trip of your dreams.

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G L A C I E R N AT I O N A L PA R K • Hit the trails with a naturalist while searching for bears, bighorn sheep, and mountain goats.

• Splash down Flathead River on a white-water rafting adventure—or choose a scenic float.

• Explore the history and culture of the Blackfeet Indians with a Blackfeet artist.

DAY 2 I BIG MOUNTAIN/FLATHEAD RIVER

DAY 1 I KALISPELL, MONTANA/WHITEFISH Arrive in Kalispell and transfer to the town of Whitefish, located in the heart of the northern Rocky Mountains and the gateway to Glacier National Park. Enjoy an evening at leisure to relax at the lodge or explore the town on your own.

Grouse Mountain Lodge

The adventure begins atop the Big Mountain—otherwise known as Whitefish Mountain Resort—with a bird’s-eye view of the magnificent landscapes you’ll be exploring this week. Ride the scenic lift to the top of the mountain, and set out on a short hike, taking in spectacular views of Glacier’s jagged peaks, Whitefish Lake, and the verdant Flathead Valley below. Enjoy a picnic near the west entrance of Glacier National Park before a scenic float or a whitewater-rafting excursion on the Middle Fork of the Flathead River.

As you glide along the southern border of Glacier National Park through steep-walled canyons, keep an eye out for birds, elk, and other wildlife. Tonight, head to a local restaurant for a welcome dinner with your guide.

Grouse Mountain Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 3 I G LACIER NATIONAL PARK AND LOGAN PASS Follow the iconic Going-to-the-Sun Road over Logan Pass this morning. An engineering feat when it was completed in 1933, the road stretches 50 miles, bisecting the park from east to west and offering up incredible mountain vistas at every turn. As you make your way to

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the east side of Glacier National Park, stop for a picnic and various hikes with your guide.

Your destination is the historic Glacier Park Lodge, also known as Big Tree Lodge for the 60 enormous Douglas fir logs that support the lobby. Take a dip in the heated swimming pool or enjoy time to read by the lodge’s fireplace before dinner.

Glacier Park Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

A moose wades in the shallows of a lake in Glacier National Park.

Clockwise from above: A hiker’s perch offers a panorama of snow-dusted peaks in Glacier National Park; the teepees of Lodgepole Gallery offer insight into the culture of the Blackfeet Indians; the horns of a male bighorn sheep can weigh up to 30 pounds; Reynolds Mountain at Logan Pass, Glacier National Park

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DAY 4 I MANY GLACIER VALLEY Journey north to Many Glacier Valley, home to abundant wildlife, massive peaks, and some of the park’s most visible glaciers. Set out on a trek to Grinnell Glacier, hiking past waterfalls and through alpine meadows on your way to the glacier. Or enjoy a leisurely excursion to Grinnell Lake, a sparkling turquoise lake at the foot of sharp peaks. Keep an eye out for the wildlife that resides in the valley, including bald eagles, moose, and bears. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon and enjoy an evening at leisure.

Glacier Park Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L DAY 5 I BLACKFEET RESERVATION Delve into the traditions and contemporary culture of the Blackfeet Indians with a morning visit to the Lodgepole Gallery and Tipi Village.

Here, surrounded by prairies, join Blackfeet artist Darrell Norman to learn about Blackfeet history and the traditional rituals of everyday life, from buffalo jumps to medicine lodges.

Visit the Lodgepole Gallery, a fine art gallery featuring the work of local Blackfeet artists and other Northern Plains Indian artists. Then stop in at the Museum of the Plains Indian for an in-depth look at the history and distinct

cultures of numerous Northern Plains tribes, including the Sioux, Nez Perce, and Cree. After a free afternoon, join your guide for dinner in town tonight.

Glacier Park Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

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DAY 6 I TWO MEDICINE Enjoy a final day exploring the trails of your choice in the stunning Two Medicine region of the park. Cross Two Medicine Lake by boat to get to your trailhead, and hike past waterfalls to gem-like alpine lakes, taking in phenomenal views, including the conical peak of Rising Wolf Mountain. Celebrate your adventure tonight with a farewell dinner at the lodge.

Glacier Park Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

When to go: This private expedition is offered from June through September 20. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

ANY GLACIER VALLEY/ DAY 7 I M KALISPELL After breakfast, enjoy final views of Glacier National Park before transferring to the airport to catch your flight home.

Meals: 1B

Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION

COST

2 PEOPLE

June 1–Sept. 20, 2021 $9,495 June 1–Sept. 20, 2022 $9,995

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

$6,495 $6,795

$5,795 $6,095

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through September 20, 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

Call or visit our website for full itineraries, inclusions, and more.

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Y E L LOWSTO N E A N D G RA N D T E TO N N AT I O N A L PA R K S • Explore Yellowstone’s otherworldly moonscape of geyser basins.

• Seek out bison, grizzlies, and wolves with an expert on a wildlife safari in the Lamar Valley.

• Raft the Snake River or float through Grand Teton National Park.

outfitted with a fireplace. Rise early the next day for a wildlife safari in the Lamar Valley.

After lunch in Cooke City, return to the park for a guided hike.

Dreamcatcher Tipi Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

DAYS 4–5 I YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK

When to go: This private expedition is offered from May 15 through October 1. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

Visit the Norris and Upper Geyser Basins and take in the clockwork eruption of Old Faithful, then continue to your hotel.

Travel to Hayden Valley and hike to the rim of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.

Lake Yellowstone Hotel & Cabins or Canyon Lodge & Cabins | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D DAYS 6–8 I G RAND TETON NATIONAL PARK/ JACKSON DAY 1 I BOZEMAN, MONTANA Arrive in Bozeman and enjoy a day at leisure in this lively mountain town.

Hilton Garden Inn Bozeman DAYS 2–3 I Y ELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, WYOMING Explore Yellowstone National Park, passing through Paradise Valley en route to Mammoth Hot Springs. Settle into your glamping tepee,

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Depart for Grand Teton National Park, stopping at West Thumb Geyser Basin and Colter Bay Village. Ride a tram to the summit of Rendezvous Mountain for some high-altitude hiking. Settle into your hotel. The next day, choose between a leisurely float through Grand Teton National Park, or a thrilling ride across the rapids of Snake River. Fly home from Jackson.

Bentwood Inn | Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

Above: A rainbow ring encircles Yellowstone's Grand Prismatic Spring.

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Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

May 15–Oct. 1, 2021

$9,295 $9,595

$6,995 $7,295

$5,995 $6,295

May 15–Oct. 1, 2022

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through October 1, 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

Call or visit our website for full itineraries, inclusions, and more.

AMERICAN SOUTHWEST N AT I O N A L PA R K S • Explore Grand Canyon and Zion National Parks with a naturalist guide.

• Raft down the Colorado River, through Glen Canyon and iconic Horseshoe Bend.

• Venture into picturesque slot canyons, including Zion’s Narrows and Antelope Canyon.

catch the sunset from a unique viewpoint.

Thunderbird or Kachina Lodge Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D DAY 4 I G RAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK/ GLEN CANYON/LAKE POWELL Watch the sunrise over the canyon, then visit a Navajo trading post. Raft along the calm waters of Glen Canyon. Later, stop at the iconic Horseshoe Bend viewpoint for a spectacular panorama of the Colorado River.

Lake Powell Resort | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 5–6 I A NTELOPE CANYON/ZION NATIONAL PARK, UTAH

DAY 1 I PHOENIX, ARIZONA Arrive in Phoenix. Transfer to your hotel in Scottsdale and explore Old Town Scottsdale.

Hotel Valley Ho DAYS 2–3 I S EDONA/GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK Hike through Red Rock State Park and explore Sedona's vibrant downtown, then check in to your hotel perched on the Grand Canyon's South Rim. Choose from a range of hikes, and

Trek into Antelope Canyon and choose between a range of excursions offering excellent photographic opportunities. Settle into your lodge, situated in the shadows of Zion National Park's vermillion cliffs. Take your pick of trails to iconic sites, from the Emerald Pools to the world-renowned Narrows.

Desert Pearl Inn | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D ION NATIONAL PARK/ST. GEORGE DAY 7 I Z OR LAS VEGAS, NEVADA Take a sunrise hike on Zion’s Watchman Trail.

Fly home from St. George or Las Vegas.

Meals: 1B

Above: The Grand Canyon provides an incomparable backdrop for the setting sun.

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YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from March through October. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–Oct. 31, 2021

$8,495 $8,895

$5,995 $6,295

$5,495 $5,695

Mar. 1–Oct. 31, 2022

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through October 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

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A RC H E S , C A N YO N L A N D S , A N D M E S A V E R D E N AT I O N A L P A R K S • Explore Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, hiking to iconic sites.

• Delve into the past among the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park.

• Join a Navajo guide for a jeep tour of Monument Valley and a traditional lunch.

DAY 2 I C ANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARK, UTAH/MOAB After breakfast, travel into Utah’s canyon country and head for Island in the Sky, a mesa that rises over a thousand feet above the carved landscape of Canyonlands National Park. Take in spectacular views of the vast canyons below, and choose from a variety of hiking trails to breathtaking viewpoints such as the celebrated Mesa Arch. After a picnic lunch and time to explore the park as you wish, continue to Moab and check in to your lodge.

Gather for dinner overlooking the Colorado River tonight.

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DAY 4 I NEWSPAPER ROCK STATE HISTORICAL MONUMENT/CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARK/BLUFF Start the day at Newspaper Rock State Historical Monument, where Native Americans etched more than 650 petroglyphs across an immense rock face, recording some 2,000 years of human activity in images. Then explore the Needles, clusters of colorfully striped sandstone spires in the southeast corner of

Red Cliffs Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO Arrive in Grand Junction and independently transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day to relax or take a walk along lively Main Street, lined with galleries and boutiques.

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Grand Junction Downtown/Historic Main Street

DAY 3 I ARCHES NATIONAL PARK/MOAB Rise early to explore Arches National Park before most visitors arrive. Spend the day discovering the park as you wish, choosing short or longer hikes that bring you to some of its 2,000 sandstone arches. Stop at a viewpoint along the trail for a picnic with a gorgeous natural backdrop. Enjoy a free evening to stroll through Moab and try out a local restaurant.

Red Cliffs Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L

A lone hiker appears in the arch known as North Window in Utah’s Arches National Park.

Clockwise from above: Delicate Arch overlooks swirls of red sandstone in Utah’s Arches National Park; the cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde date back 1,400 years; the dramatic vertical outcroppings of Monument Valley dot the landscape in Utah’s Navajo country; ancient petroglyphs, etched into the sandstone’s desert varnish, recount centuries of stories on Utah’s Newspaper Rock.

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Canyonlands National Park. Experience this otherworldly rock landscape from different angles on your choice of hiking trails, and savor the panorama over a picnic lunch. Head south to the historic town of Bluff, established by Ancestral Puebloans around A.D. 650. Settle into your hotel, known for its southwestern charm, and sit down to dinner with sweeping views of canyon country.

Desert Rose Inn | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 5 I MONUMENT VALLEY/BLUFF Journey into one of the most iconic landscapes of the American West: Monument Valley.

Here on the Navajo Nation Reservation, majestic red mesas and towering buttes jut out from the valley floor. Join a native guide on a jeep tour of the rugged valley and its geological wonders. Gaze up at thousandfoot-tall sandstone buttes made famous by countless Western movies, hear a Navajo perspective on the area’s history, and enjoy a traditional Navajo lunch. After a thrilling day of exploration, return to Bluff and dine at a local restaurant.

Desert Rose Inn | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 6 I CANYONS OF THE ANCIENTS NATIONAL MONUMENT/MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK, COLORADO/DURANGO Set off on a breathtaking drive through Canyons of the Ancients National Monument, an archaeological mecca of ancient houses, shrines, rock art, and ceremonial structures called kivas. Arrive at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Mesa Verde National Park, a network of Ancestral Puebloan dwellings built into cliff faces and beneath rock overhangs.

Learn about the remarkable culture that established these villages between the sixth and the 14th century, and step back in time at the famous Cliff Palace, a 150-room complex full of clues about life in these sandstone villages.

This afternoon, travel to the historic railroad town of Durango, and cap off your adventure through canyon country with a farewell dinner.

Leland House and Rochester Hotel Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from May through October 15. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

May 1–Oct. 15, 2021

$7,995 $8,395

$5,995 $6,295

$4,995 $5,245

May 1–Oct. 15, 2022

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through October 15, 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

DAY 7 I DURANGO After breakfast, transfer to the airport and catch your flight home.

Meals: 1B

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YO S E M I T E N AT I O N A L PA R K • Enjoy insights into Yosemite’s geology and wildlife while hiking with a private guide.

• Wander among skyscraping trees in Mariposa Grove, Yosemite’s largest giant sequoia grove.

• Explore the legacies of John Muir and Ansel Adams, two of the park’s greatest champions.

DAYS 1–2 I F RESNO, CALIFORNIA/ YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Arrive in Fresno and transfer to your hotel.

Drive to Yosemite National Park the next morning and get an introduction to the park’s geology on hikes with your private guide.

Then settle into your Victorian-style lodge within the park.

Best Western Plus Fresno Airport; Wawona Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

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DAY 3 I MARIPOSA GROVE

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

Spend the day in Mariposa Grove, wandering among some 500 giant sequoias—possibly the world’s largest living organism by volume.

Choose from a variety of trails that showcase these majestic trees, which can measure more than 200 feet tall.

Wawona Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1L

Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

DAYS 4–7 I YOSEMITE VALLEY/FRESNO

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Travel north to Yosemite Valley, and take in views of El Capitan and Half Dome on spectacular hikes.

Learn about the legacy of naturalist John Muir and visit some of his favorite haunts. The next day, traverse Tioga Pass Road to explore Tuolumne Meadows, Mono Lake, and Olmsted Point. Or head to Hetch Hetchy Valley for a hike to Wapama Falls, and learn about ongoing work to restore the once-submerged valley. Enjoy a final morning of hiking and wildlife spotting in Yosemite Valley. Stop in at the Yosemite Valley Visitor Center and the Ansel Adams Gallery; and cap off the day with a private tour and dinner at the celebrated Ahwahnee hotel, a National Historic Landmark. Depart for the airport in Fresno the next morning.

Yosemite Valley Lodge or Rush Creek Lodge at Yosemite | Meals: 4B, 3L, 1D

Apr. 1–Oct. 31, 2021

$7,995 $8,195

$5,695 $5,895

$4,695 $4,895

Above: Jutting vertically toward a purple sky, the granite face of El Capitan dominates Yosemite Valley.

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INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from April through October. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

Apr. 1–Oct. 31, 2022

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through October 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

Call or visit our website for full itineraries, inclusions, and more.

BELIZE AND TIKAL • Take a private tour of the ancient Maya ruins of Tikal.

• Snorkel among sharks and sea turtles on the world’s second largest reef system.

• Canoe past calcite crystal formations in the Barton Creek Cave.

Visit with a family at a Kekchí Maya village, then prepare and share a traditional Maya meal.

Copal Tree Lodge | Meals: 2B, 2L DAYS 4–5 I C AYO DISTRICT/ TIKAL, GUATEMALA Fly via Belize City to San Ignacio and transfer to your jungle lodge in the Cayo District.

Explore the wildlife of the surrounding rainforest, and cross the border into Guatemala for a private tour of the ancient Maya ruins at Tikal, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Chaa Creek | Meals: 2B, 2L

DAYS 1–3 I B ELIZE CITY, BELIZE/ PUNTA GORDA Travel via Belize City to your lodge nestled in the lush coastal jungles of southern Belize. Watch for the endangered West Indian manatee at the Port Honduras Marine Reserve, and snorkel the colorful Snake Cayes. Meet park rangers at Abalone Caye and learn about their efforts to stop poaching in this pristine marine sanctuary.

Above: A snorkeler swims behind a sea turtle.

DAYS 6–9 I C AYO DISTRICT/AMBERGRIS CAYE/BELIZE CITY Canoe the passageways of Barton Creek Cave, a gateway to the underworld for the ancient Maya. Then travel to Ambergris Caye and check in to your hotel overlooking the Belize Barrier Reef. Snorkel and swim among sea turtles, sharks, and sting rays at the Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley. Relax at the beach and explore the town of San Pedro, or book an optional excursion, such as scuba diving or a guided boat or helicopter tour.

Connect to your flight home from Belize City.

Victoria House Resort & Spa | Meals: 4B, 1L

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YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered year-round, except for the months of September and October. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–Aug. 31, 2021

$4,795

$4,295

$3,995

Nov. 1–Dec. 31, 2021

$4,795

$4,295

$3,995

Jan. 1–Aug. 31, 2022

$4,895

$4,395

$4,095

Nov. 1–Dec. 31, 2022

$4,895

$4,395

$4,095

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $830 per person (subject to change).

Please note: A U.S. Department of State travel advisory for Guatemala is currently in effect (travel.state.gov).

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C O S TA R I C A • Join a private guide for a canopy walk in the lush forests surrounding the Arenal Volcano.

• Trek into the jungle with a private guide to meet with a family of Cabécar Indians.

• Explore the unsurpassed biodiversity of the Osa Peninsula with naturalist guides.

DAYS 4–5 I P ACUARE RIVER/ARENAL VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK Enjoy a white-water rafting excursion, or depart for the northern highlands after breakfast, allowing for an evening at leisure in Arenal Volcano National Park. The following day, traverse hanging bridges on a guided canopy walk, and go for a swim at La Fortuna Waterfall.

In the evening, soak in your lodge’s private hot springs, naturally heated by the very volcano that rises up before you.

Lost Iguana Resort & Spa | Meals: 2B, 1L

DAYS 1–3 I S AN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA/ PACUARE RIVER After an evening at leisure in San José, venture to your lodge, accessible only via the Pacuare River. Arrive by raft or by 4x4 vehicle and hanging gondola. Join a bird-watching walk, then go zip-lining or hike through the jungle to a typical Cabécar rancho (thatched house).

Hotel Grano de Oro; Pacuare Lodge Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 6–9 I OSA PENINSULA Fly to the Osa Peninsula and settle into your lodge, enjoying spectacular views of the shimmering waters where the Pacific Ocean meets the Golfo Dulce from your bungalow.

Explore the region’s biodiversity on a variety of naturalist-led excursions. Discover marine life in a neighboring tropical fjord; seek out white-faced capuchin monkeys, poison dart frogs, sloths, and birds on day and nighttime hikes through lush rainforest; and learn about the lodge’s innovative sustainability efforts.

Go on a waterfall hike and swim in the fall's crystal-clear natural pool before enjoying lunch in the forest canopy.

Lapa Rios Lodge | Meals: 4B, 2L, 3D

Above: Clouds hover over the conical peak of Arenal Volcano.

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9 D AY S F R O M $ 4 , 6 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered year-round. You may request any dates that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4+ PEOPLE

Apr. 1–30, 2021

$5,695

$5,395

May 1–June 30, 2021

$4,995

$4,695

July 1–Aug. 15, 2021

$5,295

$4,995

Aug. 16–Oct. 31, 2021

$4,995

$4,695

Nov. 1–Dec. 19, 2021

$5,695

$5,395

Jan. 1–Apr. 30, 2022

$6,195

$5,895

May 1–June 30, 2022

$5,495

$5,195

July 1–Aug. 15, 2022

$5,795

$5,495

Aug. 16–Oct. 31, 2022

$5,495

$5,195

Nov. 1–Dec. 19, 2022

$6,295

$5,995

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 19, 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $360 per person (subject to change).

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PERU • Discover the secrets of Machu Picchu while exploring with a private guide.

• Attend a private demonstration of traditional Andean wool-dying and weaving.

• Stay in a sumptuous 16th-century manor in the heart of historic Cusco.

among emerald slopes. Get immersed in traditional Andean culture as you stroll Pisac’s famous market, learn about llamas in Awanacancha, visit the mountain village of Patacancha, and attend a private demonstration of traditional Andean wool dying and weaving—practices recently revived in the region by National Geographic Grantee Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez. See ancient Inca agriculture systems at Chinchero and Moray, visit the mountainside salt mines of Maras, and explore Ollantaytambo.

Inkaterra Hacienda Urubamba | Meals: 3B, 3L DAYS 6–9 I MACHU PICCHU/CUSCO

DAYS 1–2 I CUSCO, PERU Fly to Cusco and settle into your hotel. Then enjoy an exclusive architectural tour of this 16th-century manor, once home to Simón Bolívar. The next day, take a private tour of Cusco.

Inkaterra La Casona | Meals: 1B DAYS 3–5 I SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCA Spend three days exploring the Sacred Valley from your base at a lodge perched dramatically

Take the train to Aguas Calientes, or disembark Take a scenic train ride to Aguas Calientes, or opt to disembark early for a guided trek on a section of the Inca Trail at an additional cost.

Settle into your hotel nestled within its own private rainforest reserve. Take a guided nature walk through the property’s lush grounds, and visit the on-site spectacled bear rehabilitation program. Tour Machu Picchu at sunrise with a private guide, then enjoy a free night in Cusco before flying home.

Inkaterra Machu Picchu Pueblo Hotel; Inkaterra La Casona | Meals: 4B, 2D

Above: Women in traditional dress stroll a cobblestoned lane in Cusco.

9 D AY S F R O M $ 4 , 8 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered year-round. You may request any dates that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–Dec. 31, 2021

$5,995 $6,095

$5,195 $5,295

$4,895 $4,995

Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2022

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

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ECUADOR • Sail between the isles of the Galápagos by yacht, enjoying close encounters with wildlife.

• Ride an aerial bike through the treetops of the Chocó rainforest.

• Take a private tour of Quito’s colonial old town, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Sur, snorkel with sea lions and penguins, and much more.

Wyndham Quito Airport Hotel; Finch Bay Galapagos Hotel | Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D DAYS 6–7 I QUITO Take a private tour of Quito’s old town, which earned the city distinction as the first UNESCO designated world capital. Discover grand colonial buildings and plazas, and step through the doors of some of Quito’s most beautiful churches.

Casa Gangotena | Meals: 2B, 1L

DAYS 1–5 I QUITO, ECUADOR/GALÁPAGOS From Quito, travel to the Galápagos Islands and settle into a lodge tucked into one of Isla Santa Cruz’s secluded bays. Enjoy three days to explore the wild wonders of this famed archipelago with expert naturalists.

Sail aboard the lodge’s yacht, disembarking to seek out blue-footed boobies and frigate birds on Isla Seymour Norte, spot Sally Lightfoot crabs and land iguanas on Isla Plaza

DAYS 8–11 I MASHPI RESERVE Visit the archaeological site of Tulipe en route to a lodge set in the Mashpi Rainforest Reserve. Venture out on interpretive day and nighttime walks through the forest, in search of howler monkeys, kaleidoscopic birds, neon frogs, and more. Survey the canopy from the observation tower and ride an aerial bicycle through the treetops. Visit the Equatorial Monument on your return trip to the Quito airport.

Mashpi Lodge | Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D

Above: A pair of sea lions frolic in the waters off the Galápagos Islands.

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1 1 D AY S F R O M $ 7, 6 9 5

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INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered year-round. You may request any dates that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–Dec. 31, 2021

$8,295 $8,595

$7,895 $8,195

$7,695 $7,995

Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2022

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $600 per person (subject to change).

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PATA G O N I A • Spend three full days exploring Torres Del Paine National Park by 4x4, foot, or horseback.

• Join a private guide for hike beneath Argentina’s iconic Fitz Roy massif.

• Witness the powerful calving of the Perito Moreno Glacier on a boat cruise to its base.

Monte Fitz Roy, and the perfect spot for your picnic lunch.

Hosteria Senderos | Meals: 2B, 2L DAYS 4–5 I PERITO MORENO GLACIER Set out from El Calafate to discover the magnificent natural displays of the advancing Perito Moreno Glacier. View the glacier’s rugged, calving face from nearby walkways, then join a boat cruise on the surrounding waters for a different perspective.

Hotel Posada Los Alamos | Meals: 2B, 2L

DAY 1 I BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA Enjoy a day at leisure in Buenos Aires’ stylish Recoleta district, or take a private city tour.

Mio Buenos Aires DAYS 2–3 I LOS GLACIARES NATIONAL PARK Journey to El Chaltén, gateway to Los Glaciares National Park. Join a private guide for a trek beneath the dramatic ice-clad spires of the Fitz Roy massif. Your destination is Laguna de los Tres, a turquoise lake framed by the iconic

DAYS 6–10 I T ORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK, CHILE/PUNTA ARENAS Drive to Torres del Paine National Park and settle into your hotel perched at the edge of Lake Sarmiento. Spend three full days exploring Torres del Paine by foot, horseback, or 4×4 vehicle. Encounter sapphire lakes and rushing waterfalls, rugged peaks and karst cornices. Ride horseback with local gauchos across sweeping glacial valleys, or visit a working estancia, or ranch. Transfer to Punta Arenas for your flight home.

Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa | Meals: 5B, 4L, 4D

Above: The craggy peaks of Torres del Paine National Park are reflected in a peaceful lake.

1 0 D AY S F R O M $ 7,9 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from October through March. April dates are subject to availability. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Oct. 1–Nov. 30, 2021 Dec. 1–31, 2021

$8,995 $9,295

$8,495 $8,795

$7,995 $8,295

Jan. 1–Feb. 28, 2022

$9,995

$9,495

$8,995

Mar. 1–31, 2022

$9,695

$9,295

$8,595

Oct. 1–Nov. 30, 2022

$9,695

$9,295

$8,595

Dec. 1–31, 2022

$9,995

$9,495

$8,995

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. The internal flight is an additional $465 per person (subject to change).

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CHILE AND EASTER ISLAND • Get immersed in the surreal, windswept landscapes of the Atacama Desert.

• Discover traces of Rapa Nui culture on Easter Island, including mysterious moai statues.

• Explore the vibrant cities of Santiago and Valparaíso with a private guide.

site famous for its colossal moai statues. Spend several days exploring on a variety of excursions.

Venture to the volcanic quarry where the statues originated, and walk along the path the ancient Rapa Nui people took to transport the stone behemoths. Visit Mahatua Ovahe, where 15 restored moai stand sentinel with their backs to the ocean; then join an excursion to Ahu Akivi, where the moai are situated inland, facing the sea.

Step into a lava cave to see the only statue with its white coral eyes still in place. Return to Santiago and spend a night at a hotel near the airport.

Explora Rapa Nui; Holiday Inn Santiago-Airport Terminal | Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D

DAYS 1–2 I S ANTIAGO, CHILE/VALPARAÍSO/ CASABLANCA VALLEY Set out on a private tour of Santiago, Chile’s capital. Discover colorful Valparaíso on a day trip along the coast, then sample local vintages in the Casablanca Valley wine region.

The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago | Meals: 1B, 1L DAYS 3–6 I EASTER ISLAND/SANTIAGO Fly to Easter Island, a UNESCO World Heritage

DAYS 7–10 I ATACAMA DESERT/SANTIAGO Travel to the Atacama Desert and settle into our hotel. Choose from several guided activities over the next three days. Visit shimmering salt flats dotted with pink flamingos, and meet a local artisan family in the charming village of Toconao; or explore the wind-sculpted Moon Valley before bathing in a nearby hot spring.

Encounter the steaming El Tatio geysers, watch for native wildlife, and discover the desert on horseback or mountain bike. On the final day, fly to Santiago and connect with your flight home.

Tierra Atacama Hotel & Spa | Meals: 4B, 2L, 3D

Above: Enormous moai statues stand guard on Easter Island.

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1 0 D AY S F R O M $ 8 ,9 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered year-round. You may request any dates that are convenient for you.

COST

2+ PEOPLE

Apr. 1–Sept. 30, 2021

$8,995 $9,295

Jan. 1–Sept. 30, 2022

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through September 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $1,800 per person (subject to change).

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NEW ZEALAND • Take an overnight cruise on Milford Sound, and float through the Te Anau glowworm caves.

• Amid the geothermal landscapes of Rotorua, experience ancient Maori traditions.

• Encounter the wildlife of Whirinaki forest, and go behind the scenes at a kiwi hatchery.

DAYS 5–6 I ROTORUA/DUNEDIN Discover the unusual ecology of Waimangu Volcanic Valley, and cruise past geysers on Lake Rotomahana. Then fly to Dunedin on the South Island. Tour Larnach Castle and take a wildlife cruise in Otago Harbor before enjoying lunch at a historic Maori settlement.

Distinction Dunedin Hotel | Meals: 2B, 1L

DAYS 1–4 I NORTH ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND Land in Auckland. Visit the Auckland War Memorial Museum and explore Waitakere Ranges Regional Park, home to rare birds and kauri trees. In Rotorua, visit Whakarewarewa village to learn about ancient Maori culture. See the mud pools and geysers of Te Puia, and stop by the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute. Tour a kiwi hatchery, then explore the mystical forests of Whirinaki.

Sofitel Auckland Viaduct Harbour, Novotel Rotorua Lakeside Hotel | Meals: 3B, 2L Above: A setting sun colors the clouds over Milford Sound.

DAYS 7–8 I TE ANAU/MILFORD SOUND Take a private tour of a working farm this morning, and then transfer to Te Anau. Enjoy a float through caves lit by a glittering display of tiny glowworms. Travel to extraordinary Milford Sound and watch for dolphins and blue penguins on an overnight catamaran cruise.

Distinction Te Anau Hotel & Villas, Fiordland Jewel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D DAYS 9–11 I QUEENSTOWN Take the back roads to Queenstown, stopping to explore Mavora Lakes Conservation Park. Or take a private water taxi across Lake Wakatipu to Queenstown. Visit the vineyards of Central Otago and the gold mining towns of Kawarau Gorge. Enjoy a free afternoon in the adventure capital of Queenstown, and depart the next day.

Hotel St. Moritz | Meals: 3B, 2L

1 1 D AY S F R O M $ 6 ,9 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered January through April and October through December.

You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Oct. 1–Dec. 31, 2021

$9,495

$7,795

$6,995

Jan. 1–Apr. 30, 2022

$9,995

$8,295

$7,495

Oct. 1–Dec. 31, 2022

$9,995

$8,295

$7,495

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. The internal flight is an additional $320 per person (subject to change).

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AUSTRALIA • Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, and spot kangaroos and koalas in wildlife reserves.

• Learn about Aboriginal culture in the Daintree Rainforest and at sacred Uluru.

• Explore Sydney and Melbourne—two of Australia’s most exciting cities—on private tours.

DAYS 3–4 I SYDNEY/WOLGAN VALLEY Travel west into the Greater Blue Mountains Area, a UNESCO World Heritage–listed wilderness of high cliffs and slot canyons, thick eucalyptus forests, and waterfalls. Settle into your private villa at a resort located within a 7,000-acre wildlife reserve, and explore the valley through a variety of activities. Set out on a wildlife drive to spot wallabies and wombats, join a field guide for a bushwalk, or go horseback riding in the surrounding eucalyptus forests. Learn how the reserve has been restored to its natural state after decades of agricultural use, and take part a conservation project such as planting trees or surveying wildlife.

One&Only Wolgan Valley | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 1–2 I SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA Arrive in Sydney and transfer to your hotel in the historic Rocks district. Set off on a guided tour of the Rocks, from the handsomely restored buildings along the waterfront to the back alleys and pubs once frequented by the convicts who were shipped to this faraway land. Next, head to the world-renowned Sydney Opera House for a private tour.

Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney | Meals: 1B, 2L

DAY 5 I CAIRNS/PORT DOUGLAS Fly to Cairns on the coast of North Queensland, and transfer to your stunning timber bungalow tucked into the jungle canopy, just steps from the lodge's private beach on the Coral Sea. During a free afternoon, take a dip in rock pools, stroll the beach, or spot birds on a nature walk with a lodge guide.

Thala Beach Nature Reserve | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

1 3 D AY S F R O M $ 9,9 9 5

DAY 6 I GREAT BARRIER REEF Rise early for a full-day excursion by sailing yacht to the outer reef of the Great Barrier Reef.

Skim across turquoise seas to the coral cays and snorkel the reefs with a marine biologist, keeping an eye out for for giant clams, sea turtles, and all manner of corals and tropical fish. Get another perspective on this rich marine world from a glass-bottomed boat, and enjoy time to relax on empty white sand beaches.

Thala Beach Nature Reserve | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 7 I DAINTREE RAINFOREST Encounter the rich cultural heritage of the Kuku Yalanji people today. In the company of guides from this ancient Aboriginal group, explore mangroves and mudflats to learn about traditional fishing and foraging practices. Learn how the Kuku Yalanji use plants and minerals to make everything from soap and medicine to paint. In sacred Mossman Gorge, take part in a traditional ceremony, and go on an interpretive walk into the Daintree Rainforest, hearing from your guides about the history of their people and their spiritual connection to this land.

Thala Beach Nature Reserve | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

Clockwise from above: Koalas, Australia’s beloved marsupials, make their home in eucalyptus trees and subsist on its leaves; the Yarra River meanders past Melbourne’s stately city center; Palm trees line a white sand beach in Port Douglas, the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.

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DAY 8 I P ORT DOUGLAS/CAIRNS/ KATA TJUTA Swap the sea for the desert and fly to the heart of the vast Australian outback. Set out with a guide to discover the otherworldly domed rock formations of Kata Tjuta, also known as the Olgas. Learn about the unusual flora and fauna here, as well as the site’s spiritual significance to the local Anangu people.

Sails in the Desert | Meals: 1B DAY 9 I ULURU Encounter awe-inspiring Uluru this morning.

Experience the site’s mysticism and beauty as you explore with a guide, hearing the creation stories of the area's traditional custodians. Visit the serene Mutitjulu Waterhole, one of the site’s only permanent water sources, and examine prehistoric rock art. As night falls, head for the Field of Light, an art installation that resembles a vast carpet of colored glass flowers that glow across the desert with Uluru as a backdrop, and enjoy a three-course bush tucker buffet.

Sails in the Desert | Meals: 1B, 1D DAYS 10–11 I MELBOURNE Fly to Melbourne and settle into your hotel, taking advantage of a free evening to explore.

The next day, get a local’s perspective on this dynamic city, delving into Melbourne’s past and present with a private guide. Take a walk down the Golden Mile to learn how gold helped build the city, and look for little penguins in the beachfront suburb of St. Kilda. Discover street art and eclectic shops in the city center, and wander through bustling Queen Victoria Market.

Park Hyatt Melbourne | Meals: 2B, 1L

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2 PEOPLE

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6 PEOPLE

DAY 12 I YOU YANGS REGIONAL PARK/ SERENDIP WETLANDS NATIONAL PARK Spend the morning spotting wild koalas in their natural habitat in the Aboriginal cultural landscape of You Yangs Regional Park. Observe the behavior of these beloved marsupials on a walk with a wildlife guide, and learn about the significance of these lands to the Wathaurong people. Continue to Serendip Wetlands National Park for a hike among the gum trees and a chance to encounter cockatoos, mobs of eastern grey kangaroos, and myriad water birds.

Park Hyatt Melbourne | Meals: 1B, 1L

Apr. 1–Dec. 31, 2021 Jan. 1–Mar. 31, 2022

$12,495 $12,495

$10,995 $10,995

$9,995 $9,995

Apr. 1–Dec. 31, 2022

$13,195

$11,695

$10,695

Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered year-round. You may request any dates that are convenient for you.

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $1,200 per person (subject to change).

DAY 13 I MELBOURNE After breakfast, transfer to the airport and catch your flight home.

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JA PA N • Bike around old Kyoto, and take part in an exclusive Japanese tea ceremony.

• Learn to roll sushi like a master chef at a Tokyo fish market.

• Take in majestic Mount Fuji on a private tour of Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.

DAYS 4–5 I T OKYO/FUJI-HAKONE-IZU NATIONAL PARK Pick out fresh tuna and wasabi and learn to roll sushi at a Tokyo fish market. Settle into a traditional Japanese inn, or ryokan, in Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park; then set out with a private guide to explore this sprawling natural wonderland, home to majestic Mount Fuji. Cap off your experience at the Hakone Open-Air Museum and sculpture garden.

Hakone Kowakien Ten-yu | Meals: 2B, 1L, 2D DAYS 6–8 I KYOTO/NARA

DAYS 1–3 I T OKYO, JAPAN/NIKKO NATIONAL PARK Arrive in Tokyo, then join your guide for a private tour of the old town and an excursion to Nikko National Park in the sacred hills north of the city. You’ll also have the opportunity to wield a samurai sword during a private lesson with the Japanese fight performer who choreographed Uma Thurman in Quentin Tarantino’s Kill Bill (additional cost).

Gate Hotel | Meals: 2B

Hop on a bullet train for the ride to Kyoto, and discover this former imperial capital by bicycle.

Participate in an exclusive Japanese tea ceremony and learn about its connection to Zen Buddhism.

Join a private guide on an exploration of ancient Nara, which reigned as Japan’s capital in the eighth century.

Hotel Granvia Kyoto | Meals: 3B, 1L DAYS 9–10 I OSAKA Taste your way through Osaka on a guided gastronomy tour, sampling regional specialties such as takoyaki, or octopus snack, and okonomiyaki—savory pancakes. Fly home on your final day.

Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel | Meals: 2B

Above: Cherry blossoms frame Mount Fuji in the springtime.

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INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered yearround. You may request any dates that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–May 31, 2021

$11,995

$9,495

$7,495

June 1–30, 2021

$11,495

$8,995

$6,995

July 1–Dec. 18, 2021

$11,995

$9,495

$7,495

Jan. 1–Mar. 19, 2022

$12,395

$9,795

$7,995

$10,295

$8,495

Mar. 20–May 31, 2022 $12,995 June 1–30, 2022

$12,395

$9,795

$7,995

July 1–Dec. 18, 2022

$12,995

$10,295

$8,495

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 18, 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

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CHINA • Climb the watchtowers on a less visited section of the Great Wall.

• Observe giant pandas at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.

• Learn traditional Chinese cooking, tai chi, and calligraphy from local masters.

DAYS 1–3 I BEIJING, CHINA Explore the cultural heart of Beijing on a private tour of the old city that includes Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City; then visit with a family in a traditional hutong neighborhood.

Conquer the legendary Great Wall as you trek across the less visited Mutianyu section.

Enjoy an evening of acrobatics and kung fu at the Red Theatre.

The St. Regis Beijing | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

1 0 D AY S F R O M $ 3 ,9 9 5

DAYS 4–5 I BEIJING/XI’AN

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Greet your final morning in Beijing with a private tai chi lesson at the Temple of Heaven.

Fly to Xi’an and encounter the legendary terra-cotta warriors; then wander calligraphyetched tablets in the Forest of Steles and practice this ancient art form with a calligraphy expert. Prepare Chinese dumplings in the home of a local family.

Sofitel Xi'an on Renmin Square Meals: 2B, 2D

Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

DAYS 6–7 I XI’AN/CHENGDU

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $700 per person (subject to change).

Survey Xi’an from atop its ancient walls, then ride the high-speed train to Chengdu. Meet the city’s most famous residents: the giant pandas that roam the bamboo-covered grounds of the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Learn the age-old game of mah-jongg in lush Wangjianglou Park.

The St. Regis Chengdu | Meals: 2B, 1D

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered yearround. You may request any dates that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–Dec. 31, 2021

$4,995 $5,195

$4,595 $4,795

$3,995 $4,195

Jan. 1–Dec. 31, 2022

DAYS 8–10 I SHANGHAI Delve into Shanghai on private tours of its vibrant neighborhoods and intriguing museums.

Ride the exhilarating Maglev (magnetic levitation) train to the airport on your final day.

The Peninsula Shanghai | Meals: 3B, 1L

Above: The millennia-old Great Wall was built to protect the Chinese Empire against invaders from the north.

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MONGOLIA • Look for dinosaur fossils at the Flaming Cliffs, and visit with nomads in the Gobi.

• Stay in a ger set amid the Gobi’s vast desert landscape.

• Ride horseback, and attend a khoomii throat singing performance.

park’s meadows and alpine landscapes on foot or horseback, and hike to Aryabal temple.

The following day, return to Ulaanbaatar and gather at the hilltop Zaisan Memorial to see views of the city at night.

Terelj Lodge; Shangri-La Hotel | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 1–2 I ULAANBAATAR, MONGOLIA Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia’s bustling capital.

On a private city tour the next day, visit Gandan Monastery, the National Museum of Mongolia, and the Zanabazar Museum of Fine Arts.

Shangri-La Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 3–4 I G ORKHI-TERELJ NATIONAL PARK/ULAANBAATAR Visit the colossal Genghis Khan Statue en route to Gorkhi-Terelj National Park. Explore the

DAYS 5–7 I GOBI Fly to the mystical Gobi and drive to the dramatic gorge of Yolyn Am to spot yaks, Altai snowcocks, ibex, and lammergeier vultures.

Settle into your traditional ger tent. Stop by a school in Bulgan the next morning, see ancient rock art in Khavtsgait Valley, and meet with a nomadic family to learn about everyday life.

Spend a day exploring the dunes of Moltsog Els and looking for fossils at the Flaming Cliffs.

Three Camel Lodge | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 8–9 I ULAANBAATAR Back in Ulaanbaatar, visit the Winter Palace of Mongolia’s last emperor and enjoy free time before a performance of traditional dance and khoomii throat singing. Depart the next day.

Shangri-La Hotel | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

Above: A Mongolian nomad in traditional riding gear leads his Bactrian camels across a Gobi dune.

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9 D AY S F R O M $ 5 , 4 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from May 20 through September 15. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

May 20–31, 2021

$6,495

$5,995

$5,495

June 1–Sept. 15, 2021

$6,995

$6,495

$5,995

May 20–31, 2022

$6,795

$6,295

$5,795

June 1–Sept. 15, 2022

$7,295

$6,795

$6,295

6 PEOPLE

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through September 15, 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $550 per person (subject to change).

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VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA • Get an insider's view of magnificent Angkor Wat on a private tour with a Khmer scholar.

• Practice tai chi on the deck of a traditional-style junk as the sun rises over Ha Long Bay. • Explore the farming villages of the Mekong Delta via xe loi, a Vietnamese bicycle rickshaw.

DAYS 1–3 I H O CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM/ MEKONG DELTA Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and discover traces of the city’s French colonial period at the Opera House, Hôtel de Ville, and the Central Post Office; then visit the Reunification Palace, the former presidential residence of South Vietnam. Spend a day in the Mekong Delta, cruising into the countryside and exploring by bicycle or xe loi.

Caravelle Saigon or Sofitel Saigon Plaza Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

1 0 D AY S F R O M $ 4 ,9 9 5

DAYS 4–6 I H O CHI MINH CITY/HANOI/ HA LONG BAY Descend into the famous Cu Chi war tunnels before flying to Hanoi. Discover the leafy lanes of the French Quarter, see the mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh, and watch a water-puppetry performance. In Ha Long Bay, board a traditional-style junk boat for an overnight sail among magnificent limestone islands and floating villages. Then cook up local specialties during a class given by the boat’s chef.

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi; Halong Violet Meals: 3B, 2L, 1D

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DAYS 7–10 I H A LONG BAY/SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA/ANGKOR Enjoy a final morning in Ha Long Bay, then fly to Siem Reap. Spend two days exploring Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site spanning nearly 500 acres and once home to several capitals of the Khmer Empire. Discover tree root-shrouded temples and impressive walled cities, and join a Khmer scholar for a private tour of the renowned Angkor Wat. Observe craftsmen practicing age-old Khmer arts. Transfer to the airport and catch your flight home.

Belmond La Résidence d’Angkor Meals: 4B, 1L, 1D

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $550 per person (subject to change).

Above: Traditional wooden junks float beneath the towering karst peaks of Vietnam's Ha Long Bay.

Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from October through March. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Oct. 1–Dec. 31, 2021

$5,495

$5,295

$4,995

Jan. 1–Mar. 31, 2022

$5,695

$5,495

$5,195

Oct. 1–Dec. 31, 2022

$5,695

$5,495

$5,195

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B H U TA N • Hike to the iconic Tiger’s Nest Temple, or photograph it from a scenic viewpoint.

• Experience rural Bhutanese life during a private tour of Thimphu’s Folk Heritage Museum.

• Visit the Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup temple and receive a blessing from the nuns.

DAYS 4–5 I THIMPHU/PUNAKHA Admire intricate Bhutanese weavings at Thimphu’s Royal Textile Academy. Then travel to Punakha, the kingdom’s old capital, by way of the awe-inspiring Dochu La pass. Hike to the colorful Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten temple, overlooking the Punakha Valley, and explore the elaborately designed fortress of Punakha Dzong.

Later, visit the Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup temple and nunnery.

Zhingkham Resort or RKPO Green Resort Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 1–3 I B ANGKOK, THAILAND/ THIMPHU, BHUTAN After a night in Bangkok, travel to the Bhutanese capital of Thimphu. On a private tour of the city, visit the Folk Heritage Museum, a replica of a traditional farmhouse. Observe artists creating handmade paper at the Jungshi Paper Factory, and walk alongside local families to a 12th-century temple where newborn babies are blessed.

Novotel Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport; Taj Tashi Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 6–9 I PARO/BANGKOK, THAILAND Travel through the picturesque Paro Valley and visit Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang, uniquely designed in the style of a chorten. Settle into your hotel that embodies Bhutanese architecture and spirituality. Visit the National Museum of Bhutan and the impressive Paro Dzong. Your trip culminates with a hike to Bhutan’s most iconic site: Taktsang Lhakhang, or Tiger’s Nest Temple. Fly home via Bangkok on your final day.

Zhiwa Ling Heritage | Meals: 4B, 3L, 3D

Above: The iconic Taktsang Lhakhang, or Tiger's Nest Temple

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9 D AY S F R O M $ 5 , 4 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from September through May. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4+ PEOPLE

Apr. 1–May 31, 2021 Sept. 1–Dec. 31, 2021

$5,695 $5,695

$5,495 $5,495

Jan. 1–May 31, 2022

$5,995

$5,795

Sept. 1–Dec. 31, 2022

$5,995

$5,795

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $1,100 per person (subject to change).

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M A DAGA S C A R • Hike the rugged sandstone canyons of Isalo National Park in search of birdlife.

• Spot lemurs and other unusual wildlife in Isalo and Andasibe-Mantadia National Parks.

• Take a private tour of the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

DAYS 5–8 I A NTANANARIVO/TOLIARA/ ISALO NATIONAL PARK/IFATY Tour the Royal Hill of Ambohimanga with a private guide on your return to Antananarivo.

The next day, fly to Toliara and travel inland to Isalo National Park. Hike the park’s dramatic sandstone landscapes, seeking out ring-tailed lemurs and Verreaux’s sifakas, and swim in natural rock pools. Then drive to Ifaty to relax on the beach or see the Dr. Seuss–like baobabs and octopus trees of the spiny forest.

Relais des Plateaux; Isalo Rock Lodge; Les Dunes d'Ifaty | Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D

DAYS 1–4 I ANTANANARIVO, MADAGASCAR/ANDASIBE-MANTADIA NATIONAL PARK Arrive in Antananarivo. Visit the Madagascar Photography Museum before driving to AndasibeMantadia National Park. Spend three days discovering tiny chameleons, wild orchids, and more. Rise early to track indris, the largest of lemur species, in Analamazaotra Special Reserve.

Grand Hotel Urban; Vakôna Forest Lodge Meals: 3B, 3L, 4D

DAYS 9–14 I A NTANANARIVO/ NOSY KOMBA Fly back to Antananarivo. The next day, fly to the Nosy Be Archipelago and transfer by boat to the island of Nosy Komba. Settle into your oceanfront bungalow and spend three days exploring the archipelago’s rainforests, fishing villages, and pristine beaches; and snorkeling amid its marine wonders. Return to Antananarivo for a final evening at leisure before a morning flight home.

Relais des Plateaux; Tsara Komba Luxury Beach & Forest Lodge | Meals: 6B, 5L, 5D

Above: A ring-tailed lemur displays its distinctive black-and-white striped tail.

1 4 D AY S F R O M $ 5 ,9 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from April through December. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–July 8, 2021 July 9–Aug. 31, 2021

$7,195 $7,795

$6,495 $6,995

$5,995 $6,495

Sept. 1–Dec. 18, 2021

$7,195

$6,495

$5,995

Dec. 19–31, 2021

$7,995

$7,195

$6,695

Apr. 1–July 8, 2022

$7,495

$6,795

$6,295

July 9–Aug. 31, 2022

$8,195

$7,295

$6,795

Sept. 1–Dec. 18, 2022

$7,495

$6,795

$6,295

Dec. 19–31, 2022

$8,395

$7,495

$6,795

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $1,000 per person (subject to change).

Please note: Due to minimum night requirements at Tsara Komba Luxury Beach & Forest Lodge, travel during July and August will require an additional night’s stay, and travel in late December will require two additional nights.

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SOUTH AFRICA • Enjoy private tours of Cape Town and the Cape Peninsula.

• Discover the enchanting milkwood forests and flowering fynbos of the Western Cape.

• Join expert guides to track lions, leopards, and more through a private game reserve.

DAYS 4–6 I G ROOTBOS PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE Travel to the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, and settle into a lodge nestled in an ancient milkwood forest on the Western Cape. Spend two days discovering the reserve’s natural wonders: ride horseback along the Atlantic coast, hike through fields of flowering fynbos with naturalist guides, descend into ancient seaside caves where early human fossils have been found, and more.

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–3 I CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA Arrive in Cape Town and settle into your hotel. The next day, take a guided trip along Chapman’s Peak Drive, one of the most scenic roads in the world. Explore the Cape of Good Hope Nature Reserve, and spot hundreds of African penguins at Boulders Beach. Ferry to Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for 18 years; then tour vibrant, multicultural Cape Town.

One&Only Cape Town | Meals: 2B, 1L

DAYS 7–10 I S ABI SABI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE/JOHANNESBURG Settle into a lodge at the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, which shares an unfenced border with world-renowned Kruger National Park. Join rangers on morning and evening game drives in search of elephants, lions, buffalo, leopards, rhinos, and more. You may also set out on foot with a tracker, learning about the smaller flora and fauna of the bush.

Fly to Johannesburg to connect with your flight home.

Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve Meals: 4B, 3L, 3D

Above: Travelers track a pride of lionesses in the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve.

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1 0 D AY S F R O M $ 7,9 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered yearround. You may request any dates that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–8, 2021 Apr. 9–July 16, 2021

$9,295 $8,795

$8,795 $8,495

$8,495 $7,995

July 17–Dec. 17, 2021

$9,295

$8,795

$8,495

Dec. 18, 2021– Jan. 10, 2022

$9,695

$9,295

$8,995

Jan. 11–Apr. 8, 2022

$9,995

$9,495

$9,195

Apr. 9–July 16, 2022

$9,495

$9,195

$8,595

July 17–Dec. 17, 2022

$9,995

$9,495

$9,195

Dec. 18, 2022– Jan. 10, 2023

$10,395

$9,995

$9,695

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through January 10, 2023.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $795 per person (subject to change).

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TA N Z A N I A • Encounter a profusion of wildlife while on safari in three conservation areas.

• Visit the Noloholo Environmental Center, directed by a National Geographic Explorer.* • Picnic on the floor of the wildlife-rich Ngorongoro Crater.

on game drives, and keep your eyes out for stealthy cheetahs and leopards.

Gran Melia; Oliver’s Camp | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 4–5 I NGORONGORO CRATER Enjoy a picnic breakfast on the floor of UNESCO World Heritage–listed Ngorongoro Crater, the largest non-flooded caldera in the world. Then set out on a safari through this green-walled wildlife paradise, home to some 25,000 animals.

Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 6–9 I S ERENGETI NATIONAL PARK/ ARUSHA

DAYS 1–3 I A RUSHA, TANZANIA/ TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK Arrive in Arusha and travel to Tarangire National Park. Stop at the Noloholo Environmental Center,* headed by National Geographic Explorer Laly Lichtenfeld and run in partnership with the local Maasai people.

Then settle into your camp in the heart of Tarangire National Park. Encounter herds of elephants, zebras, giraffes, and wildebeests Above: A safari vehicle pauses amid a herd of plains game.

Fly to the vast plains of the Serengeti and settle into your tented camp on the savanna.

Spend the next three days exploring Serengeti National Park on game drives, and search for crocodiles and hippos on the banks of the Mara River. Or see the majesty of the savanna from the sky on an optional hot-air balloon ride.

Return to Arusha to catch your flight home.

Sayari Camp; Gran Melia | Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D *The visit to the Noloholo Environment Center is only available from June through September. Travelers in all other months will transfer directly to Tarangire National Park and enjoy an additional safari drive.

9 D AY S F R O M $ 8 , 4 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered January through March and June through December.

You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4+ PEOPLE

June 1–30, 2021

$8,995 $11,795 $11,295 $8,995 $11,295 $9,695 $9,395 $9,395 $12,295 $11,795 $9,395 $11,795

$8,495 $11,295 $10,795 $8,495 $10,795 $9,195 $8,895 $8,895 $11,795 $11,295 $8,895 $11,295

July 1–Aug. 31, 2021 Sept. 1–Oct. 31, 2021 Nov. 1–Dec. 19, 2021 Dec. 20–31, 2021 Jan. 1–31, 2022 Feb. 1–Mar. 31, 2022 June 1–30, 2022 July 1–Aug. 31, 2022 Sept. 1–Oct. 31, 2022 Nov. 1–Dec. 19, 2022 Dec. 20–31, 2022

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $690 per person (subject to change).

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EGYPT • Explore the Pyramids at Giza and ponder the enigmatic Sphinx alongside an Egyptologist.

• Discover the legendary tomb of Tutankhamun and the rock-cut temples of Abu Simbel.

• Enjoy a four-night cruise down the Nile, encountering ancient monuments and villages.

of Muhammad Ali, the Coptic quarter, and the Khan el-Khalili bazaar.

The Nile Ritz-Carlton | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–4 I CAIRO, EGYPT/DAHSHŪR/ MEMPHIS AND S. AQQĀRAH/GIZA Arrive in Cairo and set out to discover the bent pyramid of Dahshūr, ancient Memphis, and Djoser’s step pyramid at S.aqqārah. Spend a day among the Great Pyramids at Giza with your Egyptologist guide, and visit the Solar Boat Museum. See extraordinary artifacts at the Egyptian Museum and take a tour of Cairo, including the Citadel of Saladin, the Mosque

UXOR/WEST BANK OF THE DAYS 5–9 I L NILE/IDFU/ASWAN Fly to the ancient capital of Luxor. Explore the Karnak temple complex, and visit Luxor Temple after dark. In the Valley of the Kings, venture into Tutankhamun’s tomb and the Temple of Hatshepsut. See Ramses II’s mortuary temple and the Colossi of Memnon, and visit the tomb of Queen Nefertari in the Valley of the Queens. On a four-night Nile River cruise, enjoy a cooking class on board and visit the temples of Idfū and Kawm Umbū. In Aswān, see the Temple of Isis and sail a traditional felucca.

Steigenberger Resort Achti; M.S. Farah or M.S. Minerva | Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D DAYS 10–11 I ABU SIMBEL/CAIRO Disembark and fly to Abu Simbel, home to the colossal statues of Ramses II that were relocated to make way for the Aswān High Dam in an incredible feat of engineering. Return to Cairo. The following day, transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Intercontinental Citystars Cairo Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

Above: The Pyramids at Giza have presided over Egypt’s eternal sands for more than 4,000 years.

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1 1 D AY S F R O M $ 5 , 4 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered January through April and October through December.

You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Oct. 1–Dec. 31, 2021

$6,495

$5,995

$5,495

Jan. 1–Apr. 30, 2022

$6,595

$6,095

$5,595

Oct. 1–Dec. 31, 2022

$6,995

$6,495

$5,995

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022. Singletraveler prices are available upon request. A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

Internal flights are an additional $650 per person (subject to change). Internal flights for the optional extension to Jordan are an additional $500 per person.

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Jordan Post-trip Extension | 5 days from $2,995 Call or visit our website for full itineraries, inclusions, and more.

MOROCCO • Visit six UNESCO World Heritage sites with a private guide.

• Sip traditional mint tea in the home of an Amazigh (Berber) family.

• Discover Fez’s ancient maze of colorful markets and mosques on a private tour.

the Roman ruins of Volubilis. In Rabat, see the oceanfront Kasbah Oudaya and the marble Mausoleum of Mohamed V. Villa Mandarine | Meals: 1B, 1L DAYS 4–5 I HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS

DAYS 1–2 I CASABLANCA, MOROCCO/FEZ Travel from Casablanca to Fez and settle in to your enchanting riad—a traditional Moroccan guesthouse. Discover the charms of Fez on a full-day city tour with a private guide.

La Maison Bleue | Meals: 1B, 1D DAY 3 I MEKNÈS/VOLUBILIS/RABAT Join your private guide to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites: medieval Meknès and

9 D AY S F R O M $ 4 , 5 9 5

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION

Journey into the High Atlas Mountains to a lodge built from the ruins of a medieval kasbah, and set out on a range of hikes and donkey rides. Enjoy a village walk with a local staff member, followed by a traditional mint tea in his or her home.

Kasbah du Toubkal | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

When to go: This private expedition is offered year-round except in July and August. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

6 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–June 30, 2021

$5,595

$4,895

$4,595

Sept. 1–Dec. 31, 2021

$5,595

$4,895

$4,595

Jan. 1–June 30, 2022

$5,595

$4,895

$4,595

DAY 6 I AÏT BEN HADDOU

Sept. 1–Dec. 31, 2022

$5,595

$4,895

$4,595

Discover the opulent interiors of Kasbah Telouet, a deserted fortification on an age-old caravan route. Wander the enchanting adobe village of Aït Ben Haddou at your own pace.

Riad Ksar Ighnda | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through December 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

DAYS 7–9 I MARRAKECH In legendary Marrakech, listen to storytellers; warm up to fire-eaters; and delight in the beguiling music in Djemaa el Fna, the city’s main square. See the highlights of the city on a full-day tour.

La Villa des Orangers Hôtel | Meals: 3B, 1L

Above: A traveler pauses under the intricate tiled arch of an old madrassa in Marrakech.

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GREEK ISLES • Explore the Acropolis of Athens and the Minoan Palace of Knossos with private guides.

• Set sail on the Aegean and stop for a snorkel or a swim.

• Stay in an intimate cave hotel built into the cliffs of Santorini.

DAYS 1–2 I ATHENS, GREECE Take a private tour of timeless Athens and its iconic ancient ruins, then see some of the 4,000 ancient works on display in the Acropolis Museum. Join your private guide for a scenic drive along the coast to Cape Soúnio, where the aptly placed Temple of Poseidon presides over the sparkling Aegean Sea. Electra Metropolis Athens | Meals: 1B

9 D AY S F R O M $ 5 , 4 9 5

DAYS 3–5 I CRETE

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

Alongside a private guide, visit the Palace of Knossos, the ancient capital of Minoan Crete, and peruse the Minoan art on display at Heraklion’s Archaeological Museum. Sail in a traditional fishing vessel to the isle of Spinalonga, once a stronghold of the Venetians, and later the Ottomans. Enjoy a day at leisure in the seaside town of Ágios Nikólaos, or choose to prepare Cretan specialties during an optional cooking class in a local village.

St. Nicolas Bay Resort Hotel & Villas Meals: 3B, 1L

Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from April through October. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

COST

2 PEOPLE

4 PEOPLE

Apr. 1–May 31, 2021

$6,995

$5,995

$5,495

June 1–Sept. 30, 2021 $7,495

$6,495

$5,995

6 PEOPLE

Oct. 1–31, 2021

$6,995

$5,995

$5,495

Apr. 1–May 31, 2022

$7,495

$6,495

$5,995

DAYS 6–9 I SANTORINI/ATHENS

June 1–Sept. 30, 2022 $8,095

$7,095

$6,595

Settle into our hotel, where beautiful whitewashed cave rooms offer unobstructed views of Santorini’s indigo caldera. Trace the ridgeline of the island on a guided tour from the southern to the northern tip of the crescent.

Join a sailing excursion on the Aegean, stopping to snorkel and swim in inviting waters. Fly back to Athens to catch your return flight home.

Kapari Natural Resort I Meals: 4B, 1L, 1D

Oct. 1–31, 2022

$7,495

$6,495

$5,995

Above: Fishing boats anchor off the southern coast of Crete.

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Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $400 per person (subject to change).

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C R O AT I A • Visit Dubrovnik with a private guide and kayak to the islet of Lokrum for views of the old city.

• Explore Plitvice Lakes National Park, and take a private tour of Montenegro’s Gulf of Kotor.

• Sample Croatian wines on enchanting Hvar, and taste fresh oysters during an Adriatic cruise.

DAYS 4–5 I SPLIT/HVAR Head to Split on the Dalmatian coast, and take a private tour of the old town—a World Heritage site located within ancient palace walls. Visit a local art gallery and enjoy free time this afternoon. Then board a ferry to charming Hvar. Discover the island’s historic sites, climb to the hilltop Hvar Fortress for sweeping views, and enjoy a local wine tasting.

Cornaro Hotel I Meals: 2B, 1L

DAYS 1–3 I Z AGREB, CROATIA/PLITVICE LAKES NATIONAL PARK Arrive in Zagreb, Croatia’s capital since 1557.

Delve into the city’s architecture, art, and history on a private walking tour. Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Join a private guide to explore this picturesque landscape of terraced limestone, waterfalls, and aquamarine lakes.

Esplanade Zagreb Hotel; Ethno Houses Plitvica Selo I Meals: 2B, 1L

DAYS 6–10 I D UBROVNIK/GULF OF KOTOR, MONTENEGRO/KORČULA In Ston, walk along one of the longest stone fortifications in Europe. Sample oysters plucked straight from the sea on a private cruise, then settle into your waterfront hotel in Dubrovnik.

Take a private tour of the city the next day, and set out by kayak or boat to the nearby island of Lokrum for breathtaking views of Dubrovnik's old town. Cross into Montenegro to see the medieval towns and terraced hillsides of the Gulf of Kotor, and spend your final day exploring the beautiful island of Korčula. Depart from Dubrovnik the next day.

Hotel More I Meals: 5B, 1L

Above: The turquoise Adriatic sets off the terra-cotta roofs of Dubrovnik’s old city.

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YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This is a private expedition that is offered from May through October. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

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$5,495 $5,695

$4,995 $5,195

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Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through October 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

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S I C I LY • Discover Agrigento’s spectacular Valley of the Temples alongside a private guide.

• Join a Sicilian astronomer to explore the Greek Theatre in Taormina.

• See some of the best-preserved mosaics from ancient Rome at the Villa Romana del Casale.

agriturismo. Indulge in either a Sicilian cooking class, a wine tasting, or a cheesemaking session with a local shepherd (based on availability).

Susafa | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D DAYS 5–7 I SUTERA/AGRIGENTO/RAGUSA Travel to Sutera and climb to the 14th-century sanctuary at the summit of Mount San Paolino.

Continue to Agrigento to explore the incredible Valley of the Temples. Tour the Villa Romana del Casale to see some of the world’s best preserved Roman mosaics, and discover the charming hilltop town of Ragusa. Visit the lab of a chocolatier in Modica.

Hotel Villa Athena; Relais Antica Badia Meals: 3B, 1L, 1D DAYS 1–2 I PALERMO, ITALY/MONREALE Arrive in Palermo and take a walking tour of the old town. Hear about efforts to promote a Mafia-free economy in Sicily, and visit the stunning Norman cathedral in Monreale.

Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa | Meals: 1B, 1D DAYS 3–4 I CEFALÙ/POLIZZI GENEROSA Explore the 12th-century cathedral in coastal Cefalù. Venture inland to Susafa, a family owned

YRACUSE/TAORMINA/ DAYS 8–10 I S CATANIA

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YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from April through October. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

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$6,295 $6,395

$5,595 $5,695

Apr. 1–Oct. 31, 2022

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through October 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

Drive to Syracuse and explore the island of Ortigia, linked to the city by bridges. See the Temple of Apollo, and meet a local artisan who handcrafts pupi for Sicilian puppet theater.

Continue to Taormina for a walking tour, and step into the Greek Theatre with a Sicilian astronomer. Fly home from Catania.

Hotel Villa Schuler | Meals: 3B, 1D

Above: Edged by turquoise waters and backed by soaring cliffs, Cefalù is regarded as one of Sicily’s most beautiful towns.

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I T A LY • Explore five World Heritage–listed cities with private guides.

• Learn about a National Geographic–funded search for a lost da Vinci painting in Florence.

• Meet a craftsman at a Venetian boatyard to learn about the art of gondola construction.

DAYS 3–4 I VENICE/FLORENCE Discover the leafy side of Venice on a private tour of the city’s little-known parks and gardens, then continue to Florence. Select ingredients at a local market for your private cooking class with a Florentine chef. Then tour the city, pausing at Palazzo Vecchio, the epicenter of a National Geographic–funded search for Leonardo da Vinci’s The Battle of Anghiari.

Antica Torre di Via Tornabuoni Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

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YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary.

INFORMATION When to go: This private expedition is offered from April through October. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you.

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$8,295 $8,395

$7,295 $7,395

$6,295 $6,395

Apr. 1–Oct. 31, 2022

DAYS 1–2 I VENICE, ITALY Get your first look at Venice on a water taxi ride from the airport along the famous Grand Canal. Take a walking tour of the surrounding promenades and canals in this enchanting city, and step into the iconic Basilica di San Marco.

Learn about traditional gondola construction at a local boatyard, and enjoy a private visit to the workshop of a Venetian mask maker.

NH Collection Venezia Palazzo Barocci Meals: 1B, 1D Above: A gondolier navigates Venice's Grand Canal at dusk.

DAYS 5–6 I TUSCANY/SIENA Explore the walled hilltop gem of San Gimignano en route to your hotel built on an ancient Etruscan hamlet. Enjoy “hyper-local” cuisine at the lodge restaurant, and discover romantic Siena.

Borgo Pignano | Meals: 2B, 1D

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through October 2022.

Single-traveler prices are available upon request.

A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price.

DAYS 7–9 I TUSCANY/ROME Visit stunning Orvieto, perched atop a volcanic rock, before heading to Rome. Delve into the city’s iconic sights—the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the Spanish Steps, among others—and marvel at the spectacular frescos and Renaissance artwork housed in the Vatican Museums. Fly home on your final day.

Grand Hotel de la Minerve | Meals: 3B, 1L, 1D Call or visit our website for full itineraries, inclusions, and more.

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Expeditions (“Other Providers”), and the Other Providers are solely responsible and liable for providing their respective services. The passenger tickets in use by the carriers will constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the participant; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time the participants are not aboard their conveyances.

National Geographic Expeditions (a division of National Geographic Partners, LLC) will provide educational enrichment for trips as outlined in its catalog and on its website (natgeoexpeditions.com) (each an “Expedition” or “Expeditions”). Expeditions include both Signature Land and Private Expeditions, as defined in your pre-Expedition communications, including the Traveler Information Form, for your individual trip. National Geographic Expeditions may license qualified professional tour operators to organize and administer such Expeditions. Any such designated tour operator, its parent, subsidiaries, and assigns, and their respective employees, affiliates, officers, directors, successors, representatives, agents, and assigns (collectively “Tour Operator”), in turn, acts only as an agent for any transportation carrier, hotel, ground operator, or other suppliers of services connected with specific

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Please Note: The applicable Terms and Conditions, including, but not limited to, cost, deposit, payments, cancellations, and refunds, may vary from those listed below based upon the specific Expedition selected by the participant. A copy of the final Terms and Conditions applicable to each participant will be sent in pre-Expedition communications. If a court of competent jurisdiction holds that any provision is invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity will not affect the validity or operation of any other provision and such invalid provision will be deemed to be severed from this Agreement.

because of good-faith concerns with respect to the safety, health, or welfare of the participants. If an Expedition is canceled prior to departure, the Tour Operator will provide the participants with a full refund of monies paid to the Tour Operator; except in the event that the cancellation is due to a significant event that makes it infeasible to operate the Expedition as planned, in which case the Tour Operator will provide the participants with a refund and/or credit toward a future Expedition equivalent to the amount paid to the Tour Operator.

Basis of Pricing: All costs are (i) per person based on two persons sharing a room or cabin, unless otherwise noted, (ii) quoted in U.S. dollars, (iii) estimates based on tariffs, currency values, airfares and third-party charges, and (iv) subject to change prior to booking. Notification of the current cost relevant to the Expedition will be provided to the participant at the time of booking. After booking, if it is necessary to levy an additional surcharge, or increase pricing due to any participant cancellation(s) for Private Expeditions, National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to do so, and notification will be given at the time of final invoicing.

Eligibility: All persons under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over age 21 in the same room. Some itineraries have minimum age requirements—call for more information.

Included in Expedition Cost: Accommodations and meals as indicated in the itinerary (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner); educational materials; pre-departure information; entrance fees, excursions, and sightseeing noted as included in the itinerary; certain gratuities, only to the extent noted on the itinerary page; ground transportation during the Expedition; services of National Geographic Expeditions experts, local guides, lecturers, Expedition Leaders, and any other staff; and taxes, port charges, baggage handling, and service charges. Please note: the “B, L, D” notations apply to the period during the Expedition only and do not include any meals on flights to/from the Expedition.

Not Included in Expedition Cost: Air transportation, internal airfare, visa, and related fees (except as indicated in the itinerary); activities noted as optional in the itinerary; gratuities, unless otherwise noted on the itinerary page or pre-Expedition materials for Private Expeditions; passport, and permit expenses; medical expenses and immunizations; baggage/accident/cancellation insurance; personal expenses, such as laundry, telephone calls, and alcoholic beverages; and any other items not specifically noted as included.

Single/Shared Accommodations: For Signature Land Expeditions, a limited number of single rooms/cabins are available at an extra cost on a first-come, first-served basis. National Geographic Expeditions and/or the Tour Operator will assist persons requesting a roommate. The participants will be notified if a suitable roommate is not available, in which case the single rate will be charged.

Payments, Cancellations, and Refunds: To reserve space on an Expedition: For Signature Land Expeditions: A per-person non-refundable deposit in the amount of approximately 10% of the lowest published cost for each departure is required.

For Private Expeditions: A per-person non-refundable deposit in the amount of 10% of the Private Expedition cost is required. For some Private Expeditions, there may be additional non-refundable deposits required at the time of reservation to secure permits or internal airfare.

Payment and Cancellation for Signature Land and Private Expeditions: Final payment is due no later than 90 days prior to departure. Payments must be made by credit card, wire, or check. A participant’s reservation may be canceled if full payment has not been received by 90 days prior to departure. For reservations made within 90 days of the departure date, full payment is required when the reservation is accepted. All cancellation notices must be received in writing and will become effective as of the date of the postmark. Per-person charges for cancellations prior to departure (“Cancellation Period”) are as follows: 91 days or more prior to departure: 100% of the deposit amount; 45–90 days prior to departure: 50% of the Expedition cost; 44 or fewer days prior to departure: 100% of the Expedition cost.

The policies regarding deposits, payments, and cancellations for all Expeditions also applies to pre- and post-Expedition extensions and extra arrangements confirmed on any participant’s behalf, unless otherwise noted. Any revisions made within the Cancellation Period, such as a change in departure date or choice of Expedition, are subject to this cancellation policy. Any airline tickets issued are subject to the carrier’s refund policy. Arriving late or leaving an Expedition in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any unused portions of an Expedition. National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to cancel any Expedition because of inadequate enrollment that makes the Expedition economically infeasible to operate or

If National Geographic Expeditions or the Tour Operator cancels the Expedition in progress, the participants will receive a prorated refund based on the number of days not completed on the Expedition. If a participant elects to leave an Expedition in progress of their own volition, the participant will not receive any type of refund.

If National Geographic Expeditions or the Tour Operator cancels the Expedition in progress and the participant elects not to immediately return to his/her original point of departure for the Expedition, or if the participant elects to leave an Expedition in progress of their own volition, the participant acknowledges and agrees that (i) the participant shall be solely responsible for his/her travel plans once he/she departs the Expedition, (ii) neither National Geographic Expeditions nor the Tour Operator shall have any responsibility for or control over the participant’s safety or activities once he/she departs the Expedition, and (iii) the participant releases and holds harmless the Released Parties and the Tour Operator, from any and all costs, liability, loss, damage, injury, or death that may arise out of the participant's decision to not return to his/her original point of departure from the cancelled Expedition in progress. Except as outlined above when National Geographic Expeditions cancels an Expedition, the Released Parties and the Tour Operator have no responsibility for any expenses, including any non-refundable expenses, incurred by the participants in preparing for a cancelled Expedition or for any additional arrangements should the participants embark prior to the scheduled group departure date.

Optional Excursions: If a participant elects to participate in any additional activity or excursion that is not arranged or led by National Geographic Expeditions or the Tour Operator, neither the Released Parties nor the Tour Operator shall have any responsibility for or control over the participant’s safety or well-being, and the participant releases and holds harmless the Released Parties and the Tour Operator from any and all costs, liability, loss, damage, injury, or death arising from the participant’s decision to participate in such activity or excursion.

Trip-cancellation insurance is available at an additional cost and is strongly recommended. For more information about and to enroll in an option available through Travel Insurance Services, visit the “Travel Insurance” section of our website at natgeoexpeditions.com.

Itinerary Changes: The itineraries, accommodations, and staff presented in the Expedition documentation, catalog, or on the website are subject to modification and change by National Geographic Expeditions or the Tour Operator. Every reasonable effort will be made to operate Expeditions as planned, but alterations may still occur after final itineraries are sent.

Documentation: Participants are responsible for obtaining any documents required for their participation in the Expedition such as a valid passport, all visas, vaccination certificates, and any other documents. Failure to obtain documents does not negate the terms and conditions, and any extra costs incurred for rerouting due to travel without the necessary documents will be the participant’s responsibility.

Health Requirements: National Geographic Expeditions reasonably accommodates travelers with disabilities on all of its trips, but not all trips may be suitable for all travelers. Any physical condition, diet, or treatment requiring special attention must be reported in writing when the reservation is made, or as soon as reasonably possible thereafter. Walking and climbing stairs are required in many hotels and airports to board an aircraft and for many excursions. If the participant requires a slower pace, extra assistance, or the use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements may be made for private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the discretion of our Expedition staff. Depending upon the nature of the arrangements, extra costs for such arrangements may be the responsibility of the participant. If the participant would like to forgo some of the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, he/ she may feel free to do so at any time. Please call National Geographic Expeditions for further details if you require special accommodation to participate on this Expedition. National Geographic Expeditions encourages participants to consult a doctor for specific medical advice about any activities or destinations. Certain Expeditions require that each Participant obtains his/her physician’s approval to join the Expedition, and in those cases, National Geographic Expeditions will send the Participant a form for his/her physician to sign and return per instructions outlined in the pre-Expedition communications.

Medical Authorization and Coverage: In the event the participant becomes sufficiently incapacitated as to be unable to direct his or her own care, there is no one on the Expedition who can direct participant’s care, and National Geographic

beyond their control. The participant waives any claim against the Released Parties and/or the Tour Operator for any such loss, damage, injury, or death.

By registering for an Expedition, the participant certifies that he/she does not have any mental, physical, or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for himself or herself or other participants. National Geographic Expeditions and the Tour Operator reserve the right in their sole discretion to accept, decline to accept, or remove any participant on an Expedition.

National Geographic Expeditions and the Tour Operator reserve the right, without penalty, to make changes in the published itinerary whenever, in their judgment, conditions warrant or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of the participants.

Neither the Released Parties, nor the Tour Operator, will be liable for any air carrier's cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket to or from the participant's Expedition departure city. Baggage and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the participant.

Expeditions is unable or does not have time to contact participant’s emergency contact, the participant, by registering and paying a deposit for an Expedition, authorizes any medical treatment deemed necessary in the event of any injury or illness while participating in the activity including, but not limited to, X-ray, examination, anesthetic, medical or surgical diagnosis, or treatment and hospital care which is deemed advisable by, and is to be rendered under the general or specific supervision of, any physician and/or surgeon licensed in the United States, or, if in a foreign country and no physician licensed to practice in the United States is reasonably available, by a duly licensed physician deemed competent to render the necessary care. In addition, the participant certifies that they have medical insurance which will cover personal accidents, medical expenses, medical evacuation, air ambulance, loss of effects, repatriation costs and all other expenses which might arise as a result of loss, damage, injury, delay, or inconvenience occurring to the participant, or that in the absence of this medical insurance coverage, the participant agrees to pay all costs of rescue and/or medical services as may be incurred on the participant’s behalf.

Photography: National Geographic Expeditions, the Tour Operator, and the Expedition Leader reserve the right to take photographs or videos during the operation of any Expedition or part thereof and to use the resulting photography, videos, or recordings for promotional or commercial use. By making a reservation on an Expedition, the participant agrees to allow his/her likeness to be used by the Released Parties, the Released Parties–authorized third parties, and the Tour Operator without compensation to the participant. If the participant prefers that his/her likeness not be used, he/she must notify National Geographic Expeditions and/or the Tour Operator in writing prior to departure of the Expedition.

Copyright of all photographs, video, and related materials created by the participant (“Expedition Materials”) will belong to the participant upon creation. The participant grants to the Released Parties a non-exclusive, worldwide, irrevocable license to use any Expedition Materials provided to the Released Parties and/or the Tour Operator in any media for the following limited purposes: editorial use, promotion of this editorial use, promotion of the Released Parties’ travel programs, or promotion of the mission of the Released Parties.

Assumption of Risk: By registering for an Expedition, the participant acknowledges that he/she is aware that travel such as the Expedition he/she is undertaking involves potentially dangerous activities, some in remote areas of the world, with a risk of illness (including infectious diseases), injury, or death which may be caused by forces of nature, illness, or by willful or criminal conduct of third parties or by terrorism. The participant further acknowledges that weather conditions may be severe, adverse and/or unpleasant, and that medical services or facilities may not be readily available or accessible or consistent with standards in the United States during some or all of the time during which he/she is participating on the Expedition, and that when available may not be of the quality which exists in the United States.

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