Legendary Northern Isles: Scotland, the Faroes, and Iceland By Sea

• Discover the spectacular fjords and thriving seabird colonies of the Faroe Islands. • Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Surtsey, one of the world’s newest islands. • Watch for whales off the coast of Iceland, and encounter unique geology in Mývatn. 13 DAYS FROM $11,890

DAYS 1–2 I U.S./BERGEN, NORWAY Fly overnight to Bergen. Stroll the old wharf before embarking our ship. National Geographic Explorer for the entire voyage | Meals: 1L, 1D DAYS 3–4 I ORKNEY ISLANDS, SCOTLAND/ SHETLAND ISLANDS In the Orkneys, encounter Stone Age megaliths and a 5,000-year old village. Sail to the Shetland Islands and go ashore to visit the prehistoric settlement of Jarlshof. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 5–7 I FAROE ISLANDS, DENMARK Encounter the dramatic fjords and turf- and peat-roofed houses of the Faroes. Explore the stunning scenery on a variety of hikes; and experience Faroese art, culture, music, and food through unique interactions with locals. Visit the capital of Tórshavn, the Kirkjubøur archaeological site, and the seabird-speckled cliffs of Suðuroy. Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 8–10 I DJÚPIVOGUR, ICELAND/ GRIMSEY/MÝVATN Dock in Djúpivogur and drive along the coast to visit the Jökulsárlón glacial lagoon, or travel by 4x4 into the highlands. Then sail to Grimsey, an island on the Arctic Circle. Watch for whales on our approach to Húsavík, where we’ll disembark for the drive to Mývatn—Iceland’s most geologically active area. Witness Goðafoss, the "waterfall of the gods." Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 11–13 I WESTFJORDS/WESTMAN ISLANDS/REYKJAVÍK/U.S. Explore the remote Westfjords region, then sail past the soaring Látrabjarg cliffs and visit Flatey Island. Discover the volcanic Westman Islands, including the island of Heimaey, where we’ll view the Eldfell crater. The next day, disembark in Reykjavík and fly home. Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and local naturalists, will accompany this trip. National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson will join the June 26, 2021 departure.

INFORMATION

2021 Date: June 26–July 8 2022 Date: June 30–July 13* *This departure follows a modified itinerary. 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 $15,910. Airfare is not included in the price.

ADD TO YOUR EXPERIENCE

Norwegian Fjords Pre-trip Extension | 5 days from $4,590

Bergen Pre-trip | 1 day from $990 Reykjavík's Golden Circle Post-trip | 1 day from $1,350

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