Across the Bering Sea: From Katmai to Kamchatka

• See smoking volcanoes, and spot brown bears and Steller’s sea eagles. • Trace World War II history on two Aleutian Islands that are off-limits to the public. • Delve into Koryak reindeer-herding culture in the Russian Far East. 22 DAYS FROM $27,990

DAYS 1–3 I ANCHORAGE, ALASKA, U.S./ KATMAI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE Embark our ship and explore the shores of Katmai National Park and Preserve, home to one of the world's largest concentrations of brown bears. National Geographic Orion for the entire voyage I Meals: 2B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 4–10 I AT SEA/UNALASKA/ ALEUTIAN ISLANDS Dock in the Unalaska fishing port, site of a Japanese air attack during World War II. Discover the volcanic Aleutian Islands, cruising past active volcanoes that form the Ring of Fire’s northern rim. By special permission, step ashore on Kiska and Attu to see Japanese war relics. Meals: 7B, 7L, 7D

DAYS 11–14 I KAMCHATKA, RUSSIA/ COMMANDER ISLANDS Visit Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky on Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. Glide along the Zhupanova River in search of Steller’s sea eagles and spotted seals. Visit the Commander Islands— a designated UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with thousands of northern fur seals and a community of Aleut people. On Bering Island, stop at the gravesite of Danish explorer Vitus Bering. Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D

DAYS 15–19 I KAMCHATKA/CHUKOTKA Explore the seldom visited coasts of the Russian Far East. Hike between secluded bays, photograph brown bears fishing, and learn about the local Koryak reindeer-herding culture on a village visit. Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D

DAYS 20–22 I PROVIDENIYA/BERING STRAIT/ ANCHORAGE, ALASKA, U.S. In Provideniya, witness a traditional cultural dance performance. Cross the legendary Bering Strait before returning to Anchorage. Meals: 3B, 3L, 2D

A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and local naturalists, will accompany this trip. National Geographic photographer Kiliii Yüyan will join this departure.

INFORMATION 2021 Date: July 13–Aug. 3 See page 64 for the ship description and deck plan. Prices are per person, double occupancy, vary by cabin category, and are subject to change. Single-cabin pricing is from $42,150. Airfare is not included in the price. Please note: A Russian Tourist Visa is required for this voyage.

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Take advantage of a COMPLIMENTARY pre-voyage night in Anchorage. Also, we will cover your bar tab on board and all tips for the crew.