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Bhutan: Land of Mysticism and Mythology

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Peru: Land of the Inca

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Inside Japan

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Swiss Trains and the Italian Lake District

Colombia: Connections to the Land and the Past

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India’s Fabled Rajasthan by Rail

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Costa Rica: Wildlife and Conservation

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The Silk Road: Discovering the Five ’Stans of Central Asia

Estonia, Lithuania, & Latvia: Enchanted Forests and Medieval Castles

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Italy: Renaissance Cities and Tuscan Life

Cruising the Wild Coasts of Argentina, South Georgia, and the Falklands

Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia: Ancient Temples and Natural Wonders

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Ireland: Tales and Traditions of the Emerald Isle

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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

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China: Imperial Cities and Natural Wonders

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Scotland Hiking Adventure: From the Highlands to Islands

Wild Costa Rica Escape: Exploring Guanacaste’s Natural Wonders

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Wild Galápagos and Peru Escape

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Spain: Walking the Camino de Santiago

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Wild Galápagos Escape

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Hiking the Alpe-Adria Trail Through Austria, Slovenia, and Italy

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Galápagos Voyage

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Greece: Wonders of an Ancient Empire

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Upper Amazon

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Iceland: Volcanoes, Glaciers, and Whales

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A Voyage to Panama and Colombia: Exploring the Caribbean Coast

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Best of Patagonia: From Torres del Paine to Cape Horn

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AFRICA

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Human History: Northern Spain and Southwest France

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Morocco: Legendary Cities and the Sahara

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Egypt: Ancient Wonders of the Legendary Nile

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On Safari: Exploring Wildlife Conservation in Kenya

Remembering D-Day: London to the Normandy Beaches

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A Circumnavigation of Iceland

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On Safari: Tanzania’s Great Migration

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Wild Iceland Escape by Sea

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Passage Through Egypt Aboard Oberoi Philae

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Norwegian Discovery: A Voyage to Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

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Norway’s Fjords and Arctic Svalbard

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Islands of the Azores: Basalt Peaks to Volcanic Vineyards

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Scotland’s Highlands and Islands

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Danube Christmas Markets River Cruise

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Holland and Belgium in Springtime

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Grand Canyon, Bryce, and Zion National Parks

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Alaska: Denali to Kenai Fjords Expedition

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Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks

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Wild Alaska Escape: Leconte Bay, Wrangell, and the Misty Fjords

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Wild Alaska Escape: Haines, the Inian Islands, and Tracy Arm Fjord

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Alaska’s Inside Passage

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A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii

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Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska and British Columbia

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Columbia and Snake Rivers Voyage

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Baja California: Among the Great Whales

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Antarctica and Patagonia: Legendary Ice and Epic Fjords

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Journey to Antarctica

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Antarctica, South Georgia, and the Falklands

Baja California: A Remarkable Journey

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South Georgia and the Falklands

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Wild Baja California Escape: The Whales of Magdalena Bay

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Svalbard in Spring: Polar Bears, Arctic Light, & Epic Ice Land

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Wild California Escape: A Voyage to Channel Islands National Park

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Land of the Polar Bears

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Exploring British Columbia and the San Juan Islands Voyage to the Great Bear Rainforest

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Palau: Snorkeling and Kayaking the Pristine Seas

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New Zealand from North to South

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Coastal New Zealand: A Voyage Through Scenic Fjords, Māori History, and Abundant Wildlife

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Southern Odyssey: A Voyage to New Zealand and the Subantarctic Islands

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Fiji and Beyond: Exploring the Rites and Relics of the Pacific

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A Voyage to Fiji and Tahiti: Vibrant Reefs and Cultural History

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Polynesian Discovery: Exploring Tahiti, Bora Bora, and the Tuamotus

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S I G N AT U R E LAND Get immersed in fascinating places, whether you’re exploring an archaeological site, riding a legendary railway, or hiking through incredible landscapes. Accompanied by a National Geographic Expert, these trips are designed for groups of approximately 25 travelers, and celebrate many facets of a destination: its history, art, cuisine, and natural heritage—to name just a few. Hike to a centuries-old Buddhist monastery high on a cliffside in Bhutan, or explore medieval castles in the forested heart of the Baltics. Admire colorful street art as you stroll through the neighborhoods of Bogotá, or immerse yourself in captivating cultures from China to Peru. You’ll enjoy special access to people and places, meals in memorable settings, and carefully chosen accommodations that reflect the character of your destination.

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H U M A N H I S T O R Y: N O R T H E R N S P A I N AND SOUTHWEST FRANCE

• Explore Atapuerca, where Europe’s oldest known hominin fossils were unearthed.

• Enjoy a specially arranged visit to Lascaux IV at the International Centre for Cave Art. • Discover Castel-Merle’s prehistoric stone shelters with an archaeologist.

DAYS 5–6 I SAINT-ÉMILION, FRANCE/PECH MERLE Tour Saint-Émilion, and continue to the Vézère Valley of the Dordogne region. Venture into the caves at Pech Merle to admire prehistoric art and artifacts, and stroll the cliff-top village of Saint-Cirq Lapopie. Hostellerie La Roseraie, Hotel Meysset, or Le Centenaire | Meals: 2B, 2D

DAY 1 I MADRID, SPAIN Arrive in Madrid; then visit the National Archaeological Museum and Retiro Park on a walking tour. Hotel Wellington | Meal: 1D DAYS 2–4 I CANTABRIA CAVES/ SAN SEBASTIÁN In Cantabria, visit the Atapuerca archaeological site, and encounter some of the oldest known artistic representation at Puente Viesgo. Explore Las Monedas and El Pendo caves, and the Altamira Museum; then spend a night in San Sebastián.

Parador de Santillana Gil Blas; Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra | Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 7–8 I LASCAUX IV/CASTEL-MERLE See the polychrome paintings of Font-de-Gaume. Enjoy a specially arranged tour of Lascaux IV—the most complete recreation of the original Lascaux cave. Join archaeologist Isabelle Castanet at Castel-Merle, a complex of ancient stone shelters, and sit down to a “prehistoric” meal. End the day at the sculpted frieze at Cap Blanc. Hostellerie La Roseraie, Hotel Meysset, or Le Centenaire | Meals: 2B, 1L, 2D DAYS 9–10 I VÉZÈRE VALLEY/BORDEAUX Explore Rouffignac Cave, known as the “cave of a hundred mammoths;” then continue to Bordeaux. In the evening, enjoy a lecture by Sandrine Geraud, a specialist who has worked in the caves for 18 years, or Estelle Bougard, a researcher at the Natural History Museum in Paris.

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Ana Pinto Archaeologist National Geographic Explorer Ana Pinto is a Spanish archaeologist and human evolution expert who has conducted much of her research in caves and rock shelters in Spain, Tanzania, and Kenya. Ana has worked on archaeological sites in England, South Africa, and Armenia, and received the prestigious Prince of Asturias Prize for her team’s discoveries at World Heritage–listed Atapuerca in Spain.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from April through October, except in July and August.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: A paleoanthropologist studies the ancient cave art of Lascaux in southwest France.

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SWISS TRAINS A N D T H E I TA L I A N L A K E D I S T R I C T

• Journey along three iconic Swiss railways, including the spectacular Glacier Express.

• Hear from an Alpine historian about early attempts to conquer the Matterhorn.

• Take a cooking lesson with an Italian chef on the shores of Lake Como.

DAY 3 I ZERMATT/GORNER GLACIER Climb aboard a cogwheel train for a ride along the Gornergrat Bahn railway—the highest open-air railway in Europe—and ascend to a summit far above Zermatt to experience one of the best viewpoints in the Alps. Admire a gorgeous vista that includes Monte Rosa, the Matterhorn, and the Gorner Glacier; then hike down past Alpine lakes to Riffelberg, and catch the train back to Zermatt. Pay a visit to the Matterhorn Museum, where a local mountaineer and Alpine historian will recount stories of early attempts to conquer the Matterhorn, as well as other climbing adventures.

Hotel National Zermatt | Meals: 1B, 1D

DAYS 1–2 I ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND/ZERMATT Arrive in Zürich, and board a train to the charming Alpine village of Zermatt. Check in to the hotel, and gather for a welcome dinner. The next day, take a guided walk through Zermatt; then ride gondolas to Glacier Paradise for a fascinating walk through the inside of a glacier. Return to Zermatt by gondola, or opt to hike back into town.

Hotel National Zermatt | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 4 I GLACIER EXPRESS/ST. MORITZ Take your seat on the world-famous Glacier Express, and set off on a breathtaking journey across three high-mountain passes, over 291 bridges, and through 91 tunnels. Enjoy the elegant atmosphere of the train as you soak up magnificent vistas of skyscraping, glacier-glazed peaks on your way to the Upper Engadin Valley. Disembark in St. Moritz, and settle into your hotel for the evening.

Crystal Hotel St. Moritz | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

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DAY 5 I ST. MORITZ Start the morning with a private tour of the Segantini Museum, housing many works of Alpine artist Giovanni Segantini. Afterward, take a funicular to the top of Muottas Muragl to admire the breathtaking landscapes that Segantini once painted. After a stop at the mountaintop restaurant, then head to the village of Sils to explore its picturesque town center, or hike paths that wind through the surrounding Alpine landscapes. Back in St. Moritz, visit a local patisserie to sample delectable chocolates during a private tasting.

Crystal Hotel St. Moritz | Meal: 1B DAY 6 I BERNINA PASS/POSCHIAVO Today, ride the legendary Bernina Express along the highest mountain railway in the Alps, into the heart of Italian-speaking Switzerland.

Take in extraordinary views of the Morteratsch Glacier from the train’s panoramic windows as you climb to the highest point at Ospizio Bernina, 7,578 feet above sea level. Descend to the town of Poschiavo, where you will meet a local guide for a tour of its charming historic center. Return to St. Moritz via the Bernina Express late this afternoon. Crystal Hotel St. Moritz | Meals: 1B, 1D

Clockwise from above: The Glacier Express rounds the curve of the Landwasser Viaduct, some 200 feet above the valley floor; pastel-hued villages line the shores of Lake Como; the iconic Matterhorn rises above a blooming valley; hikers follow a trail among rocky peaks near St. Moritz.

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DAY 7 I VARENNA, ITALY A spectacular drive through Alpine valleys brings you into the Italian Lake District. The countryside is dotted with villas in hues of terracotta, pink, ochre, and gold—nestled amid tropical vegetation and lush gardens. Your destination is the lovely village of Varenna, perched on the eastern shore of the vast and beautiful Lake Como. Settle into a historic 19th-century hotel overlooking the lake.

Hotel Royal Victoria or Grand Hotel Imperiale Meals: 1B, 1L DAY 8 I LAKE COMO Board a private boat for a picturesque cruise, and soak in the beauty of Lake Como’s lakeside towns. Behold a panorama of colorful waterside villages and elegant estates, fringed by palms and pines, and backed by soaring mountains.

Visit Villa del Balbianello, first founded in the 13th century as a Cistercian monastery and later owned by Italian explorer Guido Monzino.

Continue to the delightful town of Bellagio, and explore at your leisure. This evening, learn secrets of Italian cooking during a demonstration by a local chef, followed by a delicious dinner accompanied by a selection of regionally sourced wines.

Hotel Royal Victoria or Grand Hotel Imperiale Meals: 1B, 1D

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DAYS 9–10 I LAKE COMO/MILAN Spend the day exploring the treasures of Lake Como. Discover Como’s historic center, sunny piazzas, and the Teatro Sociale; then join a private guide for a tour of the Como Cathedral.

Gather to celebrate your journey with a scenic farewell dinner overlooking the lake. On your final day, transfer to the Milan airport for your flight home.

Hotel Royal Victoria or Grand Hotel Imperiale Meals: 2B, 1D

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Tim Jepson Author Tim Jepson is a London-based writer and broadcaster who has written more than 20 books, including several for National Geographic. His book Wild Italy covers his experiences living in Italy and leading expeditions in the country’s remote corners. Tim worked as a travel editor for London’s Daily Telegraph, and recently completed The British World: An Illustrated Atlas for National Geographic.

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ABOUT THE TRAINS Glacier Express: The historic Glacier Express affords a breathtaking journey over three Alpine passes, across 291 Alpine bridges, and through 91 tunnels. During your seven-hour trip from Zermatt to St. Moritz, pass through the gorges of the Valais region and into the emerald Engadine Valley, taking in spectacular views from the train’s panoramic windows.

Bernina Express: Board the legendary Bernina Express— the highest rail crossing between countries in the Alps—and travel from Pontresina to Poschiavo, near the Italian border. Lasting just under an hour and a half, the trip follows a route that was declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008 for its engineering, architecture, and harmony with the environment.

INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from June through September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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• Explore Trakai Castle, built in the 14th century on a small island in the middle of a lake in Lithuania.

• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Town Center and Riga Castle in Riga, Latvia.

• Explore Latvia’s beautiful Gauja National Park area on a scenic hike, as well as from above aboard a cable car.

importance to the region’s culture.

Hotel Pacai and Victoria Hotel Klaipeda Meals : 3B, 2L, 3D DAY 5–7 I RIGA, LATVIA/ GAUJA NATIONAL PARK Make your last stop in Lithuania at the Hill of Crosses. Then, in Latvia, take a privately guided tour of the Rundale Palace. Travel to Jurmala for a privately guided architectural walk. Then, return to Riga for a privately guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Town Center and Riga Castle.

Highlights of day seven include a tour of the Cesis Castle, and a visit to Gauja National Park.

Grand Hotel Kempinski Riga Meals: 3B, 3L, 2D

DAYS 1–4 I VILNIUS, LITHUANIA/KLAIPEDA Take a tour of Lithuania’s capital city, including landmarks such as Saint Anne’s, Gediminas Tower, the Gates of Dawn, and the Grand Duke Palace. Explore Trakai, a 14th-century castle built on a small island in the middle of a lake. Ferry from the Klaipeda waterfront to the Curonian Spit, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the Amber Museum to learn its

DAY 8–11 I TALLINN, ESTONIA On your way to Tallinn, stop for a guided walking tour through the coastal resort town of Parnu. In Tallinn, tour medieval sites such as Toompea Hill, Kiek in de Kok, and Old Town.

Experience the city’s modern history at sites like the Victims of Communism Memorial, Maarjamäe Palace, and the Song Festival grounds. Also, tour Rocca al Mare, a living museum of Estonia’s people and cultures.

Hotel Telegraaf | Meals: 4B, 1L, 3D

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William Saturno Archaeologist National Geographic Explorer William Saturno is an archaeologist and storyteller who specializes in early civilizations and the politics of empires. A former NASA research scientist, he has conducted fieldwork around the globe—both on the ground and from space—weaving together archaeological and historical data derived from the Mediterranean to Eurasia, to the Central American jungles.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from June through September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Dusk settles over Estonia’s capital city of Tallinn.

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I TA LY: R E N A I S S A N C E C I T I E S AND TUSCAN LIFE

• Enjoy a private, after-hours visit to the stunning St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice.

• Visit Florence’s Uffizi Gallery with an art historian, and dine in the home of a local family.

• Stay at an enchanting 13th-century castello in the Tuscan countryside.

DAYS 3–4 I FLORENCE/LUCCA/PISA Explore Florence on a private tour. The following day, discover medieval Lucca, and climb Pisa’s leaning tower; or join an art historian for a special visit to Florence’s Uffizi Gallery. Dine in the home of a Florentine family.

Gallery Hotel Art | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D DAYS 5–6 I TUSCAN COUNTRYSIDE Venture through the golden hills and leafy vineyards of Tuscany, and settle into the enchanting 13th-century castello of the Guicciardini family—your home for two nights.

Visit the charming medieval hamlet of Gargonza, and enjoy a wine tasting followed by lunch at the renowned Badia a Coltibuono estate.

Castello di Gargonza | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 1–2 I VENICE, ITALY Transfer by motorboat to your hotel in the heart of Venice, and enjoy a welcome reception and dinner. The next day, tour the “floating city,” strolling the Piazza San Marco and crossing the iconic Rialto Bridge. The afternoon is free to explore Venice’s winding paths at your leisure.

After dinner, enjoy a private, after-hours visit to stunning St. Mark’s Basilica.

Splendid Venice | Meals: 1B, 2D

DAYS 7–10 I SIENA/ROME Discover timeless Siena before traveling south to Rome. Explore the ruins of the Colosseum, and stroll the Roman Forum. Join a local archaeologist for a special visit to the Chiesa di San Lorenzo in Miranda. Peruse the Vatican’s famed museums, and visit St. Peter’s Square.

Rose Garden Palace | Meals: 4B, 1L, 2D

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Tara Isabella Burton Author A part-time resident of Tbilisi for almost a decade, Tara Isabella Burton has written about Georgia, the Caucasus, and more for National Geographic Traveler, The Wall Street Journal, and The Economist's 1843 magazine. She is the author of the novel Social Creature and a former religion correspondent for Vox. She was a winner of the 2012 Shiva Naipaul Memorial Prize for travel writing.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from April through June, and in September and October.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Traffic on Venice’s Grand Canal subsides at sunset.

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I R E L A N D : TA L E S A N D T R A D I T I O N S OF THE EMERALD ISLE

• Examine prehistoric artifacts and “bog bodies” at the Irish National Museum in Dublin.

• Visit ancient sacred sites known as holy wells with a medievalist historian.

• Learn about conservation efforts at the Burren and Cliffs of Moher Geopark.

DAYS 4–5 I ROCK OF CASHEL/DINGLE PENINSULA Head to the Rock of Cashel, an imposing fortress atop a shamrock-green hill. Then continue to Killarney to learn from a local medievalist about a National Geographic–sponsored project to preserve Ireland’s holy wells.

Killarney Park Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D DAY 6 I CLIFFS OF MOHER/ BURREN NATIONAL PARK See the Cliffs of Moher, and drive through the Burren National Park. Hear about the conservation efforts that earned the Burren and Cliffs of Moher Geopark a National Geographic World Legacy Award.

Glenlo Abbey Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1D DAYS 1–3 I DUBLIN, IRELAND/KILKENNY Explore Dublin’s historic quarter, and join an archaeology expert at the National Museum of Ireland to examine prehistoric jewelry, weapons, and “bog bodies.” Enjoy a guided tour of Kilkenny with stops at the 12th-century Kilkenny Castle and the National Craft Gallery.

The Dylan Hotel; Pembroke Kilkenny Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

DAYS 7–9 I GALWAY/CONNEMARA/ COUNTY MAYO/SHANNON Discover Galway’s vibrant traditions of music and art. Settle into medieval Ashford Castle, and tour the property with the on-site historian. Explore Connemara, and partake of a whiskey tasting before returning to enjoy the castle’s lovely grounds. Dine in the elegant George V Dining Room, and depart via Shannon the next day.

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Killian Driscoll Archaeologist National Geographic Explorer Killian Driscoll is an Irish archaeologist who focuses on Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic archaeology—in particular on stone-tool raw materials and manufacturing techniques, as well as landscapes. Killian’s current project in Ireland extends his National Geographic–funded fieldwork, and investigates the sources of raw materials for prehistoric stone tools.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from April to June, and in August and September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: The spectacular Cliffs of Moher are Ireland’s most visited natural attraction.

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• Join a John Muir ranger for a hike beneath the peak of Ben Nevis.

• Discover Highland culture in remote villages, and tour a whisky distillery in Perthshire.

• Stroll through the winding wynds and closes of Edinburgh’s medieval old town.

DAYS 3–4 I GLEN COE/ISLE OF SKYE Explore breathtaking Glen Coe today.

Walk along the Devil’s Staircase—part of the West Highland Way—and take in magnificent views of the West Highlands. Descend to the village of Kinlochleven; then stop for a drink and a traditional storytelling session at the Kingshouse Climbers Bar. Head north to Fort William, and join a John Muir ranger for a guided hike. Cross the sea to the Isle of Skye, stopping to visit Eilean Donan Castle.

Kingshouse Hotel; Skeabost House Hotel Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 1–2 I EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND/ LOCH LOMOND AND THE TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK/GLEN COE Arrive in Edinburgh, and discover the city’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Hike up Conic Hill in Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park—Scotland’s first national park. Take in views across Loch Lomond to the peaks of the Arrochar Alps. Continue to the hotel in Glen Coe, one of Scotland’s stunning valleys. The Bonham Hotel; Kingshouse Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D

DAYS 5–8 I ISLE OF SKYE/ PERTHSHIRE/EDINBURGH Explore the spectacular landscapes of northern Skye. Hike beneath the unusual rock formations of the Quiraing, and learn its fascinating story of geologic turmoil. Hike through a wild glen on a journey through Skye’s famous mountains—the Black Cuillin and Red Cuillin ranges—and take in stunning vistas. Later, explore the enchanting woodlands and heather-draped moorlands of Highland Perthshire; then return to Edinburgh for your flight home. Skeabost House Hotel; Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa | Meals: 4B, 4L, 2D Please note: Hikes range from 2–6 hours (3–9 miles) on moderate to steep grades. Vehicle support during hikes is limited.

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$7,995

Signature Land

Moderate/Strenuous

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Natalie Sinclair Marine Biologist, Conservationist Natalie Sinclair has worked with a diverse range of fauna with a common theme of utilizing noninvasive research technologies for animal behavior research and conservation monitoring. Her passion for public engagement and diversity in science is evident in her extensive voluntary work across Scotland and abroad.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from May through September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: The waters of Loch Duich reflect the 13th-century fortifications of Eilean Donan Castle.

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S PA I N : WA L K I N G T H E C A M I N O D E SA N T I AG O

• Walk some of the most picturesque sections of Europe’s longest pilgrimage route.

• Venture into Burgos Cathedral and the monasteries of San Millán de la Cogolla.

• Stay in historic monasteries and paradors built centuries ago.

DAYS 4–6 I CARRIÓN DE LOS CONDES/ LEÓN/VILLAFRANCA DEL BIERZO Ramble across rolling fields to Carrión de los Condes, and explore León’s historic sites. Take in the view from El Crucero de Santo Toribio, a stone cross that has marked the trail for centuries. Admire the diverse architecture of Astorga, and continue to Villafranca del Bierzo.

Hotel Real Monasterio San Zoilo; Hotel Real Colegiata; Parador de Villafranca del Bierzo Meals: 3B, 3L, 2D

DAYS 1–3 I PAMPLONA, SPAIN/ LOGROÑO/BURGOS Explore Pamplona’s old city, made famous by the running of the bulls. From Logroño, begin your journey along the Camino de Santiago. Walk through vineyards, and visit historic monasteries, and hike into Burgos for a guided tour.

Gran Hotel La Perla; Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada; NH Collection Palacio de Burgos Meals: 2B, 2L, 3D

DAYS 7–10 I O CEBREIRO/MONFORTE DE LEMOS/SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA In Galicia, hike to the hilltop hamlet of O Cebreiro. Following a night in Monforte de Lemos, set off on the last leg of your hike, walking to the cathedral in Santiago de Compostela—the culmination of the Camino de Santiago, where pilgrims traditionally gather.

Journey on to Cabo Fisterra, the westernmost tip of Spain and a continuation of the Camino for some pilgrims; then return to Santiago for a guided tour.

Parador de Monforte de Lemos; Parador de Santiago—Hostal dos Reis Católicos Meals: 4B, 3L, 3D

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$7,995

Signature Land

Moderate/Strenuous

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Robin Vose Historian Robin Vose holds a Ph.D. from the Medieval Institute at the University of Notre Dame. He has lived and traveled extensively throughout Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and, Japan. He is fluent in French and Spanish, can read Latin, Italian, Portuguese, and Catalan, and has a working knowledge of Arabic and Hebrew.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from April through October, except in June and July.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change.

This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Please note: Hikes range from 3–6 hours (5–13 miles) on good trails with moderate grades. Vehicle support is provided at various points along the way.

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Above: A pilgrim approaches the church of Nuestra Señora del Manzano along the Camino de Santiago.

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H I K I N G T H E A L P E -A D R I A T R A I L T H R O U G H AU S T R I A , S L OV E N I A , A N D I TA LY

• Hike through Austria’s glacial valleys, Slovenia’s dense forests, and the rolling hills of Italy.

• Delve into World War I history in Slovenia’s Soča Valley and medieval Kobarid.

• Encounter a vast glacier and turquoise lakes on the Grossglockner, Austria’s highest peak.

DAYS 4–7 I NOCKBERGE BIOSPHERE RESERVE/KRANJSKA GORA, SLOVENIA/ TRIGLAV NATIONAL PARK/SOČA VALLEY The next stage of your hike climbs through diverse ecosystems in the Nockberge Biosphere Reserve. Return to Slovenia, and set out from the Alpine village of Kranjska Gora to the Vršič Pass. Trek through Triglav National Park, and continue to the hamlet of Bovec. Hike at the majestic Kozjak waterfall and on the banks of the Soča River, winding around to the town of Kobarid, where you'll learn about Slovenia’s involvement in World War I. Špik Alpine Resort; Hotel Soča Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D

DAYS 1–3 I LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA/ LAKE BLED/GROSSGLOCKNER, AUSTRIA/ HOHE TAUERN NATIONAL PARK Take a walking tour of Ljubljana; then travel to the Julian Alps, crossing Lake Bled aboard a traditional boat. Hike to Martuljek Gorge, and drive into Austria’s breathtaking Grossglockner Valley. Embark on the first stage of the AlpeAdria Trail in Hohe Tauern National Park.

Hotel CUBO; Nationalpark Lodge Grossglockner Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 8–10 I BRDA/TRIESTE, ITALY/STRADA VINCENTINA/LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA Embark on one of the most spectacular stages of the trail through Slovenia’s lush Brda region.

Cross into Italy, and transfer to the Adriatic city of Trieste. Set out on your final hike along the coast, with karst cliffs on one side of the trail and the sea on the other. Return to Ljubljana on the final morning to catch your return flight home.

Savoia Excelsior Palace | Meals: 3B, 2L, 1D

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Signature Land

Moderate/Strenuous

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Maria Fadiman Ethnobotanist National Geographic Emerging Explorer (2006) Maria Fadiman is a conservationist, a TEDx speaker, and an Explorers Club Fellow who has worked in Costa Rica’s rainforests as a naturalist and researcher. In her studies of native plants, Maria has focused on the cultural and environmental significance of cacao, coffee, and orchids.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from June through September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Please note: Hikes range from 2–6 hours (2–6 miles) on moderate to steep grades. Vehicle support is provided where feasible.

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Above: A hiker marvels at the emerald-blue waters of Slovenia’s Soča River.

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GREECE: WO N D E R S O F A N A N C I E N T E M P I R E

• Travel on an expedition inspired by the National Geographic television series The Greeks.

• Discuss Greece’s contemporary political and economic landscape with a local expert.

• Learn about olive oil production, and enjoy a tasting at a family-owned farm.

DAYS 4–5 I MYCENAE/EPIDAURUS/OLYMPIA At the fortified city of Mycenae, encounter an ancient grave circle and the Tomb of Agamemnon.

Later, enjoy a wine tasting and a visit to the theater of Epidaurus. Explore Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games, and taste fresh olive oil at a family farm.

Grand Bretagne Hotel; Olympion Asty Hotel Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

DAYS 1–3 I ATHENS, GREECE/NÁFPLIO Arrive in Athens, and discover ancient treasures from the Acropolis to the Agora. Explore the excellent Acropolis Museum, and see celebrated antiquities at the National Archaeological Museum. Visit the Temple of Apollo and the Forum on the way to seaside Náfplio, and enjoy dinner in a local taverna.

Electra Metropolis Athens; Grand Bretagne Hotel Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 6–8 I DELPHI/METEORA Delve into Delphi’s awe-inspiring ruins; then visit the 11th-century monastery of Hosios Loukas and the hilltop town of Aráhova. Continue north to Kalambáka, where you'll explore the extraordinary monasteries of Meteora, built atop sandstone megaliths. Later, enjoy a truffle-hunting excursion.

Amalia Hotel Delphi; Grand Meteora Hotel Meals: 3B, 1L, 3D DAYS 9–11 I THERMOPYLAE/AEGINA/ATHENS Return to Athens via the historic mountain pass of Thermopylae, and meet with a local expert to discuss the political and economic landscape of contemporary Greece. Take a ferry to the island of Aegina, and visit the Temple of Aphaia before returning to Athens. Depart the next day.

Electra Metropolis Athens | Meals: 3B, 2L, 1D

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$8, 295

Signature Land

Moderate

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Don George Author Travel writer Don George is an editor-at-large for National Geographic Traveler magazine, as well as host of the National Geographic Live series of conversations with notable authors. He has visited more than 90 countries on five continents, and has traveled throughout—and written extensively about—Europe and Asia. He is the author of The Way of Wanderlust: The Best Travel Writing of Don George, and has received dozens of writing awards.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered in May, June, and September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change.

This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: The medieval monasteries of Meteora perch atop sandstone pinnacles.

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I C E L A N D : VO LC A N O E S , G L AC I E R S , A N D W H A L E S

• Encounter intriguing volcanic landscapes, from gurgling mud pots to curious lava towers.

• Meet with a marine biologist at a research center in Húsavík before a whale-watching excursion.

• Experience the majesty of Snæfellsnes, home to black-pebble beaches and verdant slopes.

DAYS 3–4 I SNÆFELLSNES Spend a day exploring the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

See spectacular Kirkjufell, a lone peak that has been featured in Game of Thrones; then follow the coast to the black-pebble beach at Djúpalónssandur.

Hotel Húsafell | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAY 5 I SIGLUFJÖRÐUR Journey to Iceland’s northern reaches, stopping at a picturesque waterfall. Visit Borgarvirki, which may have been used as a Viking fortress, and settle in for the night in the seaside town of Siglufjörður. Sigló Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1L

DAYS 1–2 I REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND/ GOLDEN CIRCLE Explore downtown Reykjavík, and take a dip in the mineral-rich Blue Lagoon. Set out on a trip around the legendary Golden Circle to visit the world’s oldest democratic parliament, the geothermal hotbed at Geysir, and the magnificent Gullfoss waterfall.

Canopy by Hilton Reykjavík City Centre Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 6–7 I HRÍSEY/MÝVATN Tour the isle of Hrísey by farm wagon; then continue to majestic Goðafoss waterfall. Travel to the powerful cascade of Dettifoss; then settle into your hotel on the shores of Lake Mývatn.

Berjaya Mývatn Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 8–10 I MÝVATN/HÚSAVÍK/REYKJAVÍK Wander through the geothermal terrain of Námaskarð, and the lava towers of Dimmuborgir.

Travel to Húsavík to meet with a marine biologist; then set out on a thrilling whale-watching cruise.

Visit to the Perlman Museum in Reykjavík before flying home.

Hotel Kea | Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

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Signature Land

Light

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

M Jackson Educator, Geographer Geographer, glaciologist, National Geographic Emerging Explorer, and TED Fellow M Jackson studies the transformative effects of a changing climate on glaciers and people—and the innovations in energy and technology that are offering a way forward. A U.S. Fulbright Ambassador and a former Peace Corps Volunteer in Zambia, M has published two books on climate change.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from June through September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Majestic Goðafoss is known as the “waterfall of the gods.”

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R E M E M B E R I N G D - D AY: LO N D O N TO T H E N O R M A N DY B E AC H E S

• Pay your respects to fallen heroes at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial.

• Walk along Omaha Beach with a historian, learning about the D-Day invasion.

• Visit Bletchley Park, where Alan Turing and the codebreakers cracked the Enigma code.

and tour Southwick House, former headquarters of the Allied commanders.

Southampton Harbour Hotel or Hilton Ageas Bowl | Meals: 1B, 1D

DAYS 1–2 I LONDON, ENGLAND In London, enjoy a welcome reception; then tour the Churchill War Rooms, and visit the Imperial War Museum. See the Norfolk House, where much of the planning for D-Day took place. Conrad St. James or Hilton Bankside Meals: 1B, 1D DAY 3 I LONDON/PORTSMOUTH At Bletchley Park, discover the story behind the Enigma codebreakers. Travel to Portsmouth

DAYS 4–7 I NORMANDY, FRANCE/ D-DAY ANNIVERSARY Cross the English Channel, and visit the Pegasus Memorial Bridge and Museum. Trace the footsteps of thousands of soldiers at Juno Beach and Gold Beach; then continue to the German artillery battery at Longues-sur-Mer. Explore the village of Saint-Mère-Église, where paratroopers dropped from the sky in a hail of gunfire on June 5, 1944. On the anniversary of D-Day, attend a commemoration ceremony at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial overlooking Omaha Beach.* Trace the history of the Vierville Draw, and see remnants of German fortifications along the Atlantic Wall.

Le Normandy Hotel (or similar) Meals: 4B, 3L, 3D DAYS 8–9 I BAYEUX/PARIS Visit the 11th-century Cathedral of Bayeux, and see the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the Norman Conquest.

Enjoy a night in Paris before your flight home.

Hôtel Edouard VII | Meals: 2B, 1D

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$9,195

Signature Land

Light/Moderate

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Martin Morgan Historian Martin Morgan is a military historian who leads battlefield tours around the world. He has written books on D-Day and World War II, as well as many magazine articles. Marty appears frequently in history documentaries on the National Geographic Channel, the Discovery Channel, the History Channel, and elsewhere.

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INFORMATION Dates*: This expedition is offered in May, June, and September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice. *The itinerary shown is a 9-day program that includes the anniversary ceremony (June departure).

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Above: Remnants of the Mulberry harbors still dot the beaches of Arromanches.

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G R A N D C A N YO N , B RYC E , A N D Z I O N N AT I O N A L PA R K S

• Hear an expert describe the geological events that shaped America’s canyonlands.

• Delve into Zion’s magnificent sandstone slot canyons and Bryce Canyon’s maze of red spires.

• Stay in historic national park lodges, and learn about area wildlife from park rangers.

multihued chasm carved by the Colorado River over millions of years. Choose from a variety of hikes, and learn about the park’s ecosystems.

Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 4–5 I ZION NATIONAL PARK, UTAH Journey along the spectacular Mount Carmel Scenic Byway to Zion National Park, and hear from an expert about the geologic events that shaped the pink-toned Grand Staircase.

Spend the next day exploring Zion, a wonderland of sandstone slot canyons, hanging gardens, and cascading waterfalls.

Desert Pearl Inn | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

DAYS 1–2 I ST. GEORGE, UTAH/ GRAND CANYON, ARIZONA From St. George, venture into canyon country, stopping at Pipe Spring National Monument.

Settle into the historic lodge overlooking the Grand Canyon.

Hilton Garden Inn St. George; Grand Canyon Lodge North Rim | Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D DAY 3 I GRAND CANYON NORTH RIM Explore the canyon’s North Rim, peering into the

DAYS 6–7 I BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK Travel to Bryce Canyon, and take in breathtaking views from Fairyland Canyon.

Discover Bryce Canyon’s famous hoodoos, whimsical rock formations that have been eroded into surreal spires.

The Lodge at Bryce Canyon | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAY 8 I KOLOB CANYON OR CEDAR BREAKS/ST. GEORGE Wind through Red Canyon to either Kolob Canyon or Cedar Breaks National Monument, a stunning natural amphitheater with similar hoodoo formations as those found in Bryce Canyon—before returning to St. George. Meal: 1B

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Signature Land

Light/Moderate

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Wayne Ranney Geologist, Educator Wayne Ranney is an outdoor educator, geologist, and award-winning author based in Flagstaff, Arizona. He is a veteran of expedition travel, and has visited and lectured in 90 different countries. He is the author of ten books, and a compelling educator who loves earth history, foreign travel, and teaching others Find the departure(s) Wayne will join on our website.

INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered in May, June, July, September, and October.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Delicate rock formations pierce the horizon in Bryce Canyon National Park.

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ALASKA: DENALI TO K E N A I FJ O R D S E X P E D I T I O N

• Take in stunning views of Alaska’s wilderness from the glass domes of a deluxe rail car.

• Hear tales of the Iditarod from a veteran musher, and interact with their sled dogs.

• Spot marine life and tidewater glaciers on a cruise in Kenai Fjords National Park.

DAYS 3–5 I DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE/ANCHORAGE Spend two days exploring Denali’s interior on guided hikes, getting a close-up view of its unique flora and fauna. Enjoy free afternoons to relax or explore further. Then travel to Talkeetna. Grande Denali Lodge; Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge | Meals: 3B, 3L, 2D DAY 6 I ANCHORAGE/GIRDWOOD/ KENAI PENINSULA Take a private tour of the Alaska Native Heritage Center. Then journey along the scenic Seward Highway, past Turnagain Arm and the snowcapped Chugach mountains. Ride a tram to the top of Mount Alyeska for panoramic views, and visit the Alaska SeaLife Center.

Seward Windsong Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 1–2 I FAIRBANKS, ALASKA/DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE Arrive in Fairbanks. Hear Iditarod tales from a trail veteran, and interact with sled dogs. Travel through magnificent scenery aboard a deluxe, glass-domed rail car, taking in panoramic views.

Then enjoy an introduction by your Expedition Leader and Expert team to Denali.

Springhill Suites Fairbanks; Grande Denali Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D

DAYS 7–8 I KENAI FJORDS NATIONAL PARK/ANCHORAGE Watch for orcas, humpbacks, sea otters, harbor seals, and other marine life as you cruise the coast of Kenai Fjords National Park. See an advancing tidewater glacier calve chunks of ice, and hike to the terminus of Exit Glacier. In Anchorage, visit the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.

Seward Windsong Lodge | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

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$8, 395

Signature Land

Light/Moderate

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Jeremy Schmidt Author, Biologist Jeremy Schmidt is a writer and photographer of natural history and adventure travel with a particular interest in the winding frontier between the modern world and what is left of the natural and indigenous. Jeremy has written several articles for National Geographic and National Geographic Traveler magazines, and several books for National Geographic and others.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from June through September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change.

This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: A bull moose makes his way across a colorful patch of tundra in Denali National Park and Preserve.

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Y E L LOWSTO N E A N D G R A N D T E T O N N AT I O N A L P A R K S

• Join a National Geographic Expert to seek out grizzlies, bison, and wolves in the Lamar Valley.

• Meet a renowned wildlife photographer at his home studio.

• Raft the scenic Snake River beneath towering Teton peaks.

DAY 3 I LAMAR VALLEY Rise early for a safari in the Lamar Valley to search for bison, bears, elk, and the elusive gray wolf—reintroduced here in 1995. Meet with a renowned wildlife photographer, and enjoy hikes and more wildlife sightings this afternoon.

Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel & Cabins Meals: 1B, 1D, 1L

DAYS 1–2 I BOZEMAN, MONTANA/ MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WYOMING Arrive in Bozeman, and gather for a welcome dinner. The next morning, drive through majestic Paradise Valley, and stop for a picnic on the way to Mammoth Hot Springs, just inside Yellowstone National Park. Spend the afternoon exploring the travertine terraces sculpted by the hot springs.

The Lark; Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel & Cabins | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 4–5 I GRAND CANYON OF THE YELLOWSTONE/UPPER GEYSER BASIN At the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, take a short walk to view towering waterfalls set against a dazzling red and gold palette. Continue to the Upper Geyser Basin, and witness the clockwork eruption of Old Faithful. Then explore this stunning geothermal landscape with an expert.

Old Faithful Inn, Old Faithful Snow Lodge or Grant Village | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 6–8 I GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK/JACKSON Journey south to the saw-toothed Teton Range.

Visit Murie Ranch, and enjoy a float trip on the Snake River. Enjoy a docent-led tour of the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson.

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Jackson Lake Lodge | Meals: 3B, 2L, 1D

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Signature Land

$7,095

Moderate

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Jason Matthews Naturalist, Educator Jason Matthews is a certified master naturalist who specializes in wolf and bear ecology. He has been called an "encyclopedia" by The New York Times, and his work has appeared on the National Geographic Channel and Nat Geo WILD. He was recently part of a National Geographic grant team documenting brown bears and polar bears in the Alaskan Arctic.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from May through September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Named for its brilliant spectrum of colors, Grand Prismatic Spring glows amid the ethereal landscape of Yellowstone.

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PERU: LAND OF THE INCA

• Explore Machu Picchu, and learn about National Geographic–funded excavations of the site.

• Hear from National Geographic Explorer Peter Frost on his archaeological expeditions in Peru.* • Enjoy a private Andean weaving demonstration by a National Geographic Explorer.

Explorer Peter Frost.* You'll also meet National Geographic Explorer Nilda Callañaupa Álvarez, who has helped preserve the art of traditional Inca textile-making.

Belmond Miraflores Park Hotel; Belmond Hotel Rio Sagrado | Meals: 3B, 3L, 2D DAY 5 I MACHU PICCHU Ride the train to magnificent Machu Picchu, and discover the iconic sanctuary with guides. Then check in to your incredible lodge adjacent to the ruins, and watch twilight descend on the site after the crowds have disappeared.

Belmond Sanctuary Lodge | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 1–4 I LIMA, PERU/CUSCO/ SACRED VALLEY OF THE INCA Arrive in Lima, and enjoy a musical presentation during a welcome lunch at Casa Aliaga. View the world’s largest private collection of preColumbian art at the Museo Larco. Travel to the Sacred Valley of the Inca the next day, and explore the agricultural terraces of Moray.

Then browse the colorful market in Urubamba.

Spend a day exploring the valley’s Inca sites with archaeologist and National Geographic

DAYS 6–7 I MACHU PICCHU/CUSCO Hike to the Sun Gate, and watch daybreak over Machu Picchu. Board the train to Ollantaytambo; then continue to Cusco. Enjoy a special dinner with local opera singers. Delve into the legacy of the Inca and the Spanish conquest during a full-day city tour, including the 15th-century Sacsayhuamán fortress.

Belmond Monasterio Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D DAY 8 I LIMA After breakfast, fly back to Lima to connect with flights home. Meal: 1B

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YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader and local guides, will accompany this trip.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered throughout the year.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost.

All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice. *On departures that coincide with Peter’s fieldwork, one of his colleagues will join instead.

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Combine your exploration of Peru with a voyage to the incomparable Galápagos Islands on our 16-day Galápagos and Peru expedition. Visit our website for details.

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Above: Perched on an Andean mountaintop, Machu Picchu is one of the world’s most celebrated archaeological sites.

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• View the pre-Columbian gold relics at the Museo de Oro, and learn about gold’s place in the Muisca culture.

• Explore the ruins of Taironaka Village, and learn from descendants of the Tairona culture.

• Visit a museum dedicated to the history of Carnaval, recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.

DAYS 3–5 I COFFEE REGION/SANTA MARTA/TAYRONA NATIONAL PARK Explore a fourth generation, family-owned coffee farm, and learn the process of coffee production. Discover more of Colombia’s incredible biodiversity, and hike through Cocora Valley. In Santa Marta, visit Tayrona National Park. Cruise down the Don Diego River to Taironaka Village and the ruins of a historic indigenous community.

Casa San Carlos Lodge and Hotel Santa Marta | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–2 I BOGOTÁ In Colombia’s capital city, tour the Paloquemao Market to sample local fruit, and learn about diversity of the flora. Walk through historic plazas, pass by local landmarks, and explore colorful neighborhoods. Visit the Museo de Oro for a privately guided tour to see its collection of pre-Columbian gold relics, and learn about the precious metal’s cultural significance to the indigenous Muisca people.

Sofitel Bogotá Victoria Regia Hotel Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 6–9 I BARRANQUILLA/CARTAGENA Journey to Cartagena with a stop in Barranquilla. Visit the Carnaval Museum which houses years of history from Barranquilla’s famed Carnaval. The next day, enjoy a tour of San Felipe de Barajas, a fortress overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Take a walking tour of the vibrant Getsemani neighborhood. Visit the Historic Walled City for a walk in the footsteps of famed writer Gabriel García Márquez. On day eight, journey to the town of San Basilio de Palenque, the first free town for enslaved people in the Americas.

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara Cartagena Meals: 4B, 3L, 2D

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A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Rosa Vásquez Espinoza Chemical Biologist, Conservationist Dr. Vásquez Espinoza travels to the most extreme environments on the planet—from the Amazon Rainforest to Yellowstone’s boiling, acidic waters—searching for the tiniest creatures to create big change in the world. She connects the micro-to-macro worlds to nourish our appreciation for biodiversity, including the miniature lifeforms that sustain life on Earth.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered December through March, and June through October.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost.

All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: The skyline of Cartagena de Indias mixes the traditional with the modern.

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C O S TA R I C A : W I L D L I F E A N D C O N S E R VA T I O N

• Explore cloud forests, rainforests, wetlands, and mangroves; and visit a local coffee farm.

• Encounter wildlife with naturalists, from howler monkeys and sloths to caimans and toucans.

• Meet scientists at three research stations for an inside look at conservation efforts.

DAY 2 I SARAPIQUÍ/ARENAL VOLCANO Travel north into the lowland tropical forests of Sarapiquí to La Selva Biological Station & Reserve, home to 470 recorded bird species, 125 mammal species, and so much more. On a naturalist-led hike, look for colorful poison dart frogs and unusual plant species, learn about long-term research projects, and discover the important role of the reserve in creating a protected biological corridor. This afternoon, drive to your lodgings at the base of Arenal Volcano. Enjoy a talk by an expert before dinner at the hotel.

Arenal Kioro Suites and Spa | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I U.S./SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA Arrive at Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) in San José, Costa Rica’s capital city, and transfer to the hotel upon arrival. After time to enjoy a swim or wander through the hotel’s tropical gardens and coffee plantation, meet for a welcome reception and dinner.

Costa Rica Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen Meal: 1D

DAY 3 I CAÑO NEGRO NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Set out on a full-day excursion to one of the world’s great wetlands, Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge. Stretching along the border with Nicaragua, the reserve is a birder’s paradise, attracting hundreds of species of migratory birds to its shallow lagoons.

Navigate the waterways in a covered boat, watching for all manner of wildlife, from roseate spoonbills to caimans, monkeys, and sloths. Return to Arenal this afternoon.

Arenal Kioro Suites and Spa | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

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DAY 4 I ARENAL VOLCANO NATIONAL PARK Spend the morning exploring Arenal Volcano National Park, where lush rainforests flank the conical peak of the most active volcano in Central America. On a naturalist-led hike, learn about the geothermal forces that kept this volcano simmering until 2011, and discover the park’s diverse flora and fauna. Take advantage of a free afternoon to visit the nearby hot springs or relax at the hotel pool, enjoying views of the stunning symmetrical peak of Arenal. Before dinner, try your hand at stirring up a guaro sour, a cocktail made with a Costa Rican sugarcane spirit.

Arenal Kioro Suites and Spa | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 5 I ARENAL VOLCANO/ MONTEVERDE Begin the day with a private boat ride across beautiful Lake Arenal. Continue by road to Don Juan Tours, a family-run coffee farm, where you’ll take a tour of their coffee, cacao, and sugarcane plantation. Enjoy a tasting of the fruits and their finished products, and discover their different uses in medicine and cuisine. Then journey to the cloud forestcovered mountains of Monteverde. Gather for a talk about the important fieldwork being

Clockwise from above: A traveler takes in a leafy view of the cloud forest canopy in Monteverde; a newborn sea turtle skitters toward the surf; clouds obscure the pointed summit of Arenal Volcano; in the wetlands of Caño Negro, a roseate spoonbill wades through the shallows.

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done at the Monteverde Institute, and its long relationship with National Geographic.

Fondavela Monteverde Hotel or El Establo Hotel Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 6 I MONTEVERDE Awaken early for a specially arranged excursion to the Monteverde Institute. Enjoy a picnic breakfast during an orientation with the staff.

Then split into groups to join researchers in the field. You’ll have the chance to tend native plants at the nursery or pitch in with reforestation efforts, and participate in bird mist netting and tagging. Sit down to a well-earned lunch at a local restaurant. Then hike trails through the cloud forest, and cross hanging bridges to get a close-up view of the canopy.

Fondavela Monteverde Hotel or El Establo Hotel Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 7 I SANTA ROSA NATIONAL PARK/ GUANACASTE Head for the coastal province of Guanacaste this morning, and set out on a guided visit to Santa Rosa National Park, one of the oldest national parks in Costa Rica. Here, tropical dry forest reaches all the way to the beach, harboring a wealth of wildlife. On a drive through the park, watch for some of the resident creatures, as well as 500-year-old trees and stunning scenery.

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trail. Settle into your beachfront boutique hotel this afternoon, and meet with a representative of the Leatherback Trust to hear about efforts to protect sea turtles.

El Mangroove | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 8 I LAS BAULAS NATIONAL MARINE PARK/TAMARINDO WILDLIFE REFUGE Las Baulas National Marine Park stretches along the Tamarindo Bay, protecting mangroves, beaches, and waters where sea turtles come to nest each year. Board small boats to explore the mangroves of the adjacent Tamarindo Wildlife Refuge this morning, on the lookout for crocodiles, white-faced capuchin monkeys, and many bird species. After lunch, take part in a brief presentation and a visit to a sea turtle nursery for some field work with wildlife. Then meet with representatives from the scientific organizations Sostenibilidad en Grande (Sustainability at Large), and FUNDECODES (Foundation for Balance Between Conservation and Sustainable Development). Tonight, toast your Costa Rica wildlife adventure at a farewell dinner.

Fondavela Monteverde Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 9 I GUANACASTE/U.S. After breakfast, transfer to the Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) in Guanacaste to catch your flight home.

El Mangroove | Meal: 1B

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Maria Fadiman Conservationist National Geographic Emerging Explorer (2006) Maria Fadiman is a conservationist, a TEDx speaker, and an Explorers Club Fellow who has worked in Costa Rica’s rainforests as a naturalist and researcher. In her studies of native plants, Maria has focused on the cultural and environmental significance of cacao, coffee, and orchids.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from January through March, and September through December.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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PA L AU : S N O R K E L I N G A N D K AYA K I N G T H E P R I S T I N E S E A S

• Explore spectacular reefs surveyed by the National Geographic Pristine Seas team.

• Snorkel the Rock Islands, kayak in mangroves and caves, and swim with non-stinging jellyfish.

• Experience the rhythms of Micronesia during a traditional dance performance.

which collaborated with National Geographic to document Palau’s marine biodiversity on our 2014 Pristine Seas expedition. Snorkel the UNESCO-listed Rock Islands, as well as lagoons and sheltered reefs. Hike to an ancient Palauan village, and participate in a conservation project. Head to Carp Island, and spot triggerfish, turtles, and white-tipped reef sharks while snorkeling coves and reef walls.

Paddle a kayak through mangroves to Long Lake, and experience the therapeutic white mud of the Milky Way Lagoon.

Palau Pacific Resort | Meals: 4B, 4L, 2D

DAYS 1–2 I KOROR, PALAU/NIKKO BAY Arrive in Palau, and settle into your seaside resort.

The next day, go snorkeling in Rembrandt’s Cove, visit World War II artifacts, and kayak in a stalactite-adorned cave. Enjoy a traditional Micronesian dance performance this evening.

Palau Pacific Resort | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 3–6 I ROCK ISLANDS/ULONG ISLAND/ CARP ISLAND/LONG LAKE Visit the Palau International Coral Reef Center,

DAYS 7–10 I NGEMELIS ISLAND/ JELLYFISH LAKE/KOROR Snorkel amid “super mollusks,” and spot native bird species on a forest walk. Experience an “underwater Serengeti” at Ngemelis Island, which the National Geographic Pristine Seas team identified as one of the most vibrant marine protected areas in Palau. Then swim, and snorkel among thousands of non-stinging golden jellyfish at Mecherchar Island. Enjoy a final snorkeling excursion over a Japanese fighter plane downed in 1944, and return to Koror for a farewell dinner. Depart on an early-morning flight.

Palau Pacific Resort | Meals: 3B, 3L, 2D

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A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Shah Selbe Engineer, Conservationist Shah Selbe helps communities, NGOs, and developing countries use technology to solve conservation challenges.

He has worked to bring open-source technologies into conservation, as well as developed an open-source platforms to tell stories through interactive visualizations.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered in May, and from October through December.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change.

This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Please note: Snorkeling excursions are 2–4 hours; hikes are 1–2 hours on moderate grades; and kayaking excursions average 2 hours. Travelers must be able to swim.

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Above: Palau’s pristine islands and reefs harbor a rich marine ecosystem.

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N E W Z E A L A N D F ROM N O RT H TO S O U T H

• Witness the geothermal wonders of Rotorua, and visit a Maori village.

• Seek out rare endemic birds and reptiles on wild and spectacular Tiritiri Matangi Island.

• Cruise the waters of Milford Sound, keeping an eye out for seals, dolphins, and penguins.

the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, and experience Maori culture in Ohinemutu village. Pullman Rotorua Lakeside Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D DAYS 5–6 I WELLINGTON/ZEALANDIA Fly to Wellington. Visit the Te Papa Tongarewa national museum; then continue to “the Beehive,” the executive wing of New Zealand’s parliament.

Explore an urban wildlife sanctuary, followed by a tour of the special effects workshop that worked on The Lord of the Rings film series.

QT Wellington | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

DAYS 1–2 I AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND/ TIRITIRI MATANGI ISLAND Arrive in Auckland, and embark on a walking tour.

Board a ferry to Tiritiri Matangi Island, where you'll seek out birds and reptiles, and enjoy a picnic lunch. voco Auckland City Centre Meals: 1B, 2L, 1D DAYS 3–4 I WAITOMO CAVES/ROTORUA Depart for Rotorua, stopping en route to float through the glowworm caves of Waitomo.

Explore the geothermal park of Te Puia, visit

DAYS 7–8 I QUEENSTOWN/TE ANAU/ FIORDLAND NATIONAL PARK/MILFORD SOUND Fly to Queenstown, and continue to Te Anau.

Walk through the Hollyford Valley; then embark on a cruise through Milford Sound, watching for bottlenose dolphins, fur seals, and penguins.

Distinction Luxmore (or similar) Meals: 2B, 1L, 2D DAYS 9–12 I QUEENSTOWN/ARROWTOWN Return to Queenstown. Sample award-winning wines; then explore historic Arrowtown. Enjoy a jet boat ride on the Shotover River, and visit a working sheep and cattle ranch. Join a zoologist for a private tour of Kiwi Birdlife Park.

Hotel St. Moritz Queenstown | Meals: 4B, 3L, 2D

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A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Kennedy Warne Author, Editor Kennedy Warne co-founded New Zealand Geographic magazine in 1988, and served as editor until 2004. He has written 14 stories for National Geographic magazine, including four on New Zealand. Kennedy’s assignments for National Geographic magazine have taken him from the sea ice of the Gulf of St. Lawrence to the mangrove swamps of Bangladesh, and from the rainforests of Fiordland to the coral reefs of Arabia.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered in January, March, October, and December.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: An abundance of carbon dioxide and sulfur gives Rotorua’s Champagne Pool its vivid, effervescent appearance.

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MOROCCO: L E G E N DA RY C I T I E S A N D T H E S A H A R A

• Ride a camel across Saharan dunes at sunset and overnight in a comfortable tented camp.

• Explore five UNESCO World Heritage sites alongside a National Geographic Expert.

• Enjoy dinner and a Sufi musical performance at a traditional Moroccan home.

DAYS 4–6 I HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS/ AÏT BEN HADDOU Experience Amazigh (Berber) hospitality at a lodge perched in the High Atlas Mountains.

Go hiking amid the surrounding peaks, sip mint tea in a family home, and soak in the lodge’s traditional hammam. Then descend into Morocco’s red-rock country, and tour the ancient fortified village of Aït Benhaddou.

Kasbah du Toubkal; Ksar Ighnda (or similar) Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–3 I CASABLANCA, MOROCCO/ MARRAKECH Visit the extraordinary Hassan II Mosque, and stroll the Habous district and the mechouar, a ceremonial meeting place outside the Royal Palace. Then head to Marrakech, Morocco’s “pearl of the south.” Explore the city’s splendid mosques, palaces, and gardens; and delve into the labyrinthine medina, lined with market stalls and craftspeople.

Le Casablanca Hotel; Sofitel Marrakech Lounge and Spa (or similar) | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 7–8 I DADES GORGE/SAHARA DESERT Continue down the fabled Road of 1,000 Kasbahs, passing spectacular rock formations, oases, and rose plantations, and stopping at small villages. See the dramatic Dades Gorge, and ride camelback into the Sahara to watch the sunset. Spend the night in a comfortable tented camp. Xaluca Dades; Desert Luxury Camp | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 9–12 I FEZ/VOLUBILIS AND MEKNÈS Discover the magnificent imperial city of Fez, and take an excursion to the Roman ruins of Volubilis and to Morocco’s 17th-century capital, Meknès. Enjoy a special dinner at a traditional Moroccan home, where you'll be joined by traditional Sufi musicians.

Riad Maison Bleue and Spa | Meals: 4B, 2L, 3D

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Dirk Booms Archaeologist Dirk Booms served as curator of Roman Mediterranean archaeology at the British Museum, and has lectured at Cambridge and Oxford. He has excavated sites in Belgium, Turkey, and Tunisia, and has worked in Italy for many years. With a focus on architecture, Dirk has been involved in the excavation and reconstruction of the imperial villa of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered in March, April, September, and October.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Aït Benhaddou, a fortified village along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech in present-day Morocco.

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• Learn about ongoing National Geographic–supported excavations at an ancient stone quarry.

• Enjoy an exclusive after-hours visit to the Egyptian Museum.

• Cruise the Nile River from Luxor to Aswān, passing magnificent temples and villages.

peruse ancient relics in the museum, and visit Luxor Temple after nightfall. In the Valley of the Kings, descend into the tomb of Tutankhamun.

Venture into the Valley of the Queens, which holds the burial chambers of Nefertari. Then set sail on the Nile aboard a luxury riverboat.

Steigenberger Resort Achti; M.S. Farah or Jaz Regent | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–3 I CAIRO, ŞAQQĀRAH/ DAHSHŪR/GIZA Visit the oldest standing pyramid in Egypt, puzzle out hieroglyphics, and step inside an ancient burial chamber from the Old Kingdom. Stand in the shadows of the Great Pyramid of Khufu, and venture inside, where the sarcophagus of the pharaoh Khufu still stands. And finally, view the Great Sphinx, carved out of a single piece of limestone. The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 4–6 I LUXOR/NILE RIVER Explore the open-air temple complex of Karnak, Above: The Pyramids of Giza have presided over Egypt’s eternal sands for more than 4,000 years.

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DAYS 7–8 I JABAL AS SILSILAH/ KAWM UMBŪ/ASWĀN Cruise south along the Nile, passing magnificent temples and ancient villages. Dock at Idfū, and travel inland to a quarry that supplied stones to the temples of Luxor and Karnak. Sail to the Temple of Kawm Umbū. The next morning, disembark at Aswān, and explore the island temple of Philae, devoted to the goddess Isis. Later, take an excursion aboard a traditional wooden felucca.

M.S. Farah or Jaz Regent | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 9–11 I ABU SIMBEL/CAIRO Stand at the base of the colossal statues of Ramses II. In Old Cairo, venture to the Citadel of Saladin, and step inside the Mosque of Muhammad Ali. Later, visit the ruins of Roman fortifications, the first mosque built in Egypt, and the oldest synagogue in Cairo. Enjoy an exclusive after-hours visit to the Egyptian Museum. The Nile Ritz-Carlton, Cairo Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

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A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Ken Garrett Photographer In a career spanning over 40 years, Ken Garrett has photographed more than 60 feature stories for National Geographic and National Geographic Traveler magazines. He has documented ancient cultures, archaeological sites, and dramatic landscapes worldwide. The subject of his work has ranged from Meso American civilizations and Egyptian history to human evolution stories and more.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from October through May. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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O N SA FA R I : E X P LO R I N G W I L D L I F E C O N S E R VA T I O N I N K E N YA

• Visit National Geographic-supported projects protecting big cats, rhinos, and more.

• Go on safari in three stunning reserves, from Amboseli National Park to the Masai Mara.

• Interact with orphaned elephants at the renowned David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.

DAYS 5–7 I LEWA WILDLIFE CONSERVANCY Considered a model in the conservation field, the conservancy is home to rare species such as reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebras, wild dogs, and both white and black rhinos. Meet the conservancy’s rangers, and if schedules permit, join them for a tracking demonstration.

Delve into Maasai culture during a village visit, meeting with families to learn about everyday life and traditions.

Elewana Lewa Safari Camp | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–4 I NAIROBI, KENYA/AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK In Nairobi, visit the Giraffe Centre, and enjoy an after-hours tour of the Nairobi National Museum. Go in search of cheetahs, lions, zebras, giraffes, as well as some of the 400plus bird species in Amboseli National Park.

Visit the Amboseli Trust for Elephants, home to the longest running study of wild elephants in the world.

Tamarind Tree Hotel and Tortilis Camp Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 8–11 I MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE/NAIROBI/U.S. The reserve is famous for its leopards, cheetahs, and lions, as well as the annual wildebeest migration. Observe Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelles, topi, and eland antelopes—as well as their stealthy predators. Glimpse hippos in the Mara River, and crocodiles on the banks. Back in Nairobi, visit Ocean Sole, a social enterprise that creates art by upcycling plastics. At the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, shadow the center’s caretakers, and get up close to the young elephants during their afternoon feeding.

Elewana Sand River Masai Mara Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D

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Washington Wachira Naturalist, Photographer Naturalist Washington Wachira is a published photographer, a TED speaker, and one of East Africa’s top birders. He received a National Geographic grant for his work with urban birds of prey. A native of Kenya, Washington was awarded the African Sustainable Tourism Fellowship Award in 2016, and is a member of the African Primatological Consortium for Conservation.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered June through October, and December through March.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost.

All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: The rocky peak of Mount Kenya rises behind a tower of reticulated giraffes.

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O N SA FA R I : TA N Z A N I A’ S G R E AT M I G R AT I O N

• Meet Dr. Louise Leakey or Dr. Fidelis Masao for a tour of the fossil-rich Olduvai Gorge.

• Travel alongside a wildlife guide, who will interpret the flora and fauna you encounter.

• Learn about the traditions and everyday life of the Maasai on a visit to a local village.

DAYS 4–5 I NGORONGORO CRATER Travel to the Ngorongoro Highlands, and meet with the village elders of a Maasai community off the tourist circuit. Then descend to the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater, home to more than 25,000 animals. Observe elephants, cheetahs, zebras, and more on an afternoon safari, and return to the crater floor for breakfast and a safari the next day. Dine with National Geographic Explorer-at-Large Louise Leakey or Dr. Fidelis Masao, co-director of the Olduvai Landscape Paleoarchaeology Project.

Ngorongoro Lodge Meliá Collection Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 1–3 I ARUSHA, TANZANIA/LAKE MANYARA NATIONAL PARK Arrive at Kilimanjaro International Airport, and transfer to your lodge. The next afternoon, set out on a first safari in Lake Manyara National Park, watching for hippos, flamingos, and lions.

Go on a morning wildlife drive before a hike to a coffee plantation. Meet with a conservationist from a National Geographic–funded initiative to prevent human-lion conflict. Rivertrees Country Inn; Plantation Lodge | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 6–9 I OLDUVAI GORGE/SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK/ARUSHA Take a private tour of Olduvai Gorge, and join Dr. Louise Leakey or Dr. Masao to discuss the Leakey family’s legacy and ongoing fossil finds here. Then journey to the southern or northern Serengeti (depending on the season), and spend two full days observing wildlife on morning and afternoon safaris. Experience the power of thousands of wildebeests migrating across the savanna, and witness the interaction of predator and prey. After a final morning safari, fly back to Arusha, and connect with your flight home.

Lake Masek Tented Camp or Serengeti Explorer & Sayari Camp | Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D

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$10,495

Signature Land

Light

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Laly Lichtenfeld Biologist, Conservationist Tanzania-based National Geographic Explorer Laly Lichtenfeld began her work in East Africa as a Fulbright Scholar researching community-based conservation. She went on to co-found African People & Wildlife, and establish the Noloholo Environmental Center. National Geographic’s Big Cats Initiative has supported Laly’s inspirational work to protect lions, leopards, and cheetahs in partnership with rural people.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered July through October (Northern Route), and December through March (Southern Route).

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Travelers follow migrating wildebeests in the Serengeti.

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B H U TA N : L A N D O F MY S T I C I S M A N D MY T H O L O G Y

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$10,995

• Hike to Bhutan's most famous pilgrimage site, the Taktsang Lhakhang (Tiger's Nest Temple).

• Participate in an intimate butter lamp ceremony with the monks of Gangtey Goemba.

• Get a personal perspective on contemporary Bhutan while mingling with community leaders and government dignitaries at a special banquet.

DAY 4–6 I PUNAKHA / PARO / BANGKOK En route to Phobjikha Valley, stop at Dochula Pass for a view of the highest Himalayan peaks in Bhutan. See the 108 Buddhist monuments of Druk Wangyal Chortens. Attend a lamp lighting ceremony in the 450-year-old Gangtey Goenpa monastery in the Phobjikha Valley.

Meet with a representative from the Royal Society for the Protection of Nature (RSPN) at the Black Necked Crane Cente. Visit Chimi Lhakhang Monastery, the “Fertility Temple.”

RKPO Green Resort | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–3 I BANGKOK/PARO/THIMPU After arrival in Bangkok, Thailand, fly to Paro, Bhutan to receive a blessing for safe travels before transferring to Thimpu, the capital of Bhutan. Visit the Zangdok Pelri Temple; then journey to the 169-feet-tall Buddha Dordenma statue overlooking the Thimphu Valley. Make an after-hours visit to the Folk Heritage Museum, a living-museum house dedicated to showcasing historic life in rural Bhutan.

Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel and Pemako Thimpu | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAY 7–11 I PHOBJIKHA VALLEY/PUNAKHA Hike to the Buddhist temple of Khamsum Yulley Namgyal. Explore the awe-inspiring Punakha Dzong fortress. Experience the 520-feet-long Punakha Suspension Bridge. Visit the National Museum in Paro, located in the Ta Dzong, to view more than 3,000 pieces of Bhutanese art. Make the trek to Paro Takstang, also known as the Tiger’s Nest Monastery.

RKPO Green Resort and Zhiwa Ling Heritage and Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel | Meals: 5B, 3L, 3D

Signature Land

Light/Moderate

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Carroll Dunham Anthropologist Carroll Dunham is based in Nepal, and spends her summers living among nomads in Mongolia. She has authored four books, and produced more than a dozen films for National Geographic, PBS, the BBC, and others on subjects ranging from the female divine to nomadism and geology. She works with women’s cooperatives that engage in cross-cultural trade in herbs and textiles.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered September to December, and March through May. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: The iconic Paro Taktsang, or Tiger’s Nest Temple, perches on a narrow ledge high above the valley floor.

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• Explore the timeless Iya Valley, dotted with thatched cottages, shrines, and vine bridges.

• Spend the night at a traditional Mount Koya monastery, and join a prayer ceremony.

• Stay at the futuristic Benesse House on Naoshima, Japan’s island of art.

DAYS 5–6 I IYA VALLEY Ferry across the Inland Sea to Shikoku, stopping in Tokushima to see costumes and floats from the city’s 400-year-old dance festival. Continue to the Iya Valley, and settle into a ryokan, or traditional Japanese inn. Visit the Chiiori Trust, a project that preserves rural traditions; see the Okuiya Niju Kazurabashi vine bridges; and explore a local village. Hotel Hikyonoyu Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 7–8 I NAOSHIMA Visit Zentsuji, the birthplace of Buddhist priest Kobo Daishi. Ferry to the isle of Naoshima—a mecca of contemporary art and architecture— and spend two nights at the Benesse House, designed by acclaimed architect Tadao Ando.

Benesse House | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 1–4 I OSAKA, JAPAN/KYOTO/ MOUNT KOYA Arrive in Osaka, and transfer to Kyoto, the former imperial capital of Japan. Explore exquisite temples, and hear from a former geisha. Then travel to Mount Koya, headquarters of the Shingon Buddhist sect. Meet a temple priest, and enjoy a traditional Buddhist vegetarian dinner.

Kyoto Hotel Okura; Eko-In Monastery (or similar) | Meals: 3B, 3L, 2D

DAYS 9–11 I HIROSHIMA/MIYAJIMA/OSAKA Pay a visit to Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park, and the Peace Memorial Museum. Enjoy a full-day excursion on Itsukushima Island, popularly called Miyajima. Cap off your journey with a traditional tea ceremony. Return to Osaka, and catch your flight home. Sheraton Grand Hotel or RIHGA Royal Hotel | Meals: 3B, 2L, 1D

$10,695

Signature Land

Light/Moderate

A National Geographic Expert and Expedition Leader will accompany this trip, and local guides will join us along the way.

Karen Kasmauski Photographer Karen Kasmauski has produced 25 stories for National Geographic magazine on topics ranging from earthquakes in Japan to oil exploration in Alaska. Her book Impact: From the Front Lines of Global Health, published by National Geographic, was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize. She is a senior fellow with the International League of Conservation Photographers.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered in March, April, September, and October.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Crimson umbrellas frame the faces of maiko, or apprentice geisha, in Kyoto.

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I N D I A’ S F A B L E D R A J A S T H A N B Y R A I L

• Ride the Palace on Wheels, a train that evokes the splendor of the maharajas.

• Explore six UNESCO World Heritage sites with a National Geographic Expert.

• Experience the traditions of one of India’s vibrant festivals, such as Diwali or Holi.

DAYS 4–8 I PALACE ON WHEELS Explore Jaipur from the Amber Fort and City Palace to the Jantar Mantar observatory. Then settle into your cabin aboard the Palace on Wheels. Over the next four days, track elusive tigers and other wildlife in Ranthambore National Park, and visit Chittauragarh Fort.

In Udaipur, admire the architecture of the City Palace, and enjoy a cruise on Lake Pichola.

Continue to Jaisalmer, where you'll see elaborate havelis, and experience the Thar Desert before dinner and a folk performance. Then venture into the blue-hued old city of Jodhpur, and visit the 15th-century Mehrangarh Fort.

Palace on Wheels | Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D

DAYS 1–3 I DELHI, INDIA/JAIPUR Arrive in Delhi, and set out on a guided tour of Old and New Delhi, including Humayun’s Tomb and a museum honoring Mahatma Gandhi.

Travel to the “pink city” of Jaipur, and visit the stunning Hawa Mahal, or Palace of the Winds.

The Taj Mahal Hotel; Jai Mahal Palace Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 9–11 I KEOLADEO GHANA NATIONAL PARK/AGRA/DELHI Disembark in Bharatpur, and spot wildlife in Keoladeo Ghana National Park. After a cooking demonstration, stroll through Bharatpur village.

Travel to Agra, and visit the fabled Taj Mahal at sunset and sunrise. Explore Agra Fort, and stop at a marble inlay workshop before a final sunset visit to the Taj Mahal. Return to Delhi, and relax in day rooms before your flight home.

ITC Mughal; The Taj Mahal Hotel Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

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$13,495

Signature Land

Light

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Arati Kumar-Rao Photographer, Writer Arati Kumar-Rao is a National Geographic Explorer who chronicles South Asia’s changing landscapes and climate, and their effect on livelihoods and biodiversity. Arati has worked extensively in the deserts of Rajasthan, documenting the landscape, biodiversity, and the pastoralist way of life.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from January through March, and in October.

Prices are per person based, on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Photography Expeditions: Several departures are designated photography expeditions, designed for all skill levels and led by a National Geographic Photography Expert.

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Above: The breathtaking Taj Mahal was built in the 17th century by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.

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T H E S I L K ROA D : D I S C OV E R I N G T H E F I V E ’ S TA N S O F C E N T R A L A S I A

• Explore the treasures of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan.

• Witness millennia-old nomadic sports in the rural heart of Kyrgyzstan.

• Visit Bukhara's Jewish quarter and learn to cook Uzbek plov.

conservation efforts. Explore Bishkek, and tour the National Museum of Fine Arts. Witness nomadic traditions in the countryside; then discover Tashkent’s blue-domed monuments.

Hyatt Regency Bishkek; Lotte City Hotel Tashkent Palace | Meals: 4B, 3L, 3D DAYS 7–9 I SAMARQAND/ PANJAKENT, TAJIKISTAN Visit Samarqand's stunning Registan Square, and take a private tour of the Afrasiab Museum.

In Panjakent, explore the ruins of Zoroastrian temples. Back in Samarqand, venture into the countryside to glimpse rural Uzbek life.

DiliMah Hotel | Meals: 3B, 3L, 1D

DAYS 1–2 I ALMATY, KAZAKHSTAN Set off on a tour of Almaty, Kazakhstan’s capital until 1997, and trace the country’s history at the Central State Museum.

Rixos Almaty | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 3–6 I BISHKEK, KYRGYZSTAN/ TASHKENT, UZBEKISTAN Visit the site where Kazakhstan's famed Golden Man was discovered, and fly to Bishkek this evening. Learn about National Geographic Explorer Tatjana Rosen’s Society-funded snow leopard

DAYS 10–16 I BUKHARA, UZBEKISTAN/KHIVA/DAŞOGUZ, TURKMENISTAN/ASHGABAT Tour the architectural landmarks of Bukhara, and visit the old Jewish quarter. Alternatively, explore the summer palace of the Bukharan emirs.

Later, take a class in the art of making plov. In the enchanting town of Khiva, enjoy a traditional concert, and wander the old town. Cross the border into Turkmenistan to visit the lively city of Daşoguz, and explore the golden domes of modern Ashgabat. On your final day, depart for home.

Devon Hotel; Erkin Palace Hotel (or similar); Oguzkent Hotel | Meals: 7B, 5L, 3D

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Signature Land

$9, 295

Light/Moderate

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Ricky Qi Filmmaker and Photographer National Geographic Explorer Ricky Qi is a filmmaker and photographer who has lived and traveled extensively in China. His documentary Under One Roof chronicles the Mosuo people, China’s last matriarchal society. Ricky recently retraced poet Li Bai’s sojourn up the Yangtze in an article for the Chinese-language edition of National Geographic magazine.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered in April, May, and August through October.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: A traveler gets a close-up look at the extraordinary mosaics of Samarkand’s Shah-i-Zinda necropolis.

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V I E T N A M , L AO S , A N D C A M B O D I A : A N C I E N T T E M P L E S A N D N AT U R A L W O N D E R S

• Explore Angkor with an archaeologist, and see Khmer artifacts off limits to the public.

• Cruise among the floating markets of the Mekong Delta and the karst cliffs of Ninh Binh.

• Hear about National Geographic-funded pangolin research in Cuc Phuong National Park.

DAYS 7–13 I HANOI/NINH BINH/CUC PHUONG NATIONAL PARK/LUANG PRABANG, LAOS In Hanoi, soak up the ambiance of the Old Quarter; and tour Ngoc Son Temple, set in the middle of an emerald-green lake. Visit the Endangered Primate Rescue Center in Cuc Phuong National Park. Tour the National Museum in Luang Prabang. Learn about efforts to protect endangered Asiatic black bears at the Tat Kuang Si Bear Rescue Centre.

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi; Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh; The Luang Say Residence Meals: 7B, 5L, 5D

DAYS 1–6 I HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM/ CAI BE/CAN THO/HUE Visit the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace, and the bustling Ben Thanh market. Explore the Cu Chi tunnels used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Travel to the Mekong Delta, and take a sampan boat to the market town of Cai Be. In Can Tho, board local boats for an excursion to the colorful Cai Rang floating market.

Hôtel des Arts Saigon; Azerai Can Tho Resort; Azerai La Residence Hue | Meals: 5B, 4L, 4D

DAYS 14–17 I SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA/ ANGKOR/SIEM REAP/TONLE SAP Catch the sunrise over the temples of Angkor Wat; then delve into the World Heritage site of Angkor with an archaeologist. Tour the Angkor National Museum, and gain insight into the Khmer civilization. Ride local boats to a floating city on Tonle Sap lake, venture to the 10th-century Hindu temple of Banteay Srei, and learn how ancient Khmer silk production techniques are being preserved.

Jaya House River Park | Meals: 4B, 2L, 2D

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$9,195

Signature Land

Light/Moderate

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Paula Swart Art Historian Paula Swart specializes in Asian art and culture, and has been a museum curator for more than 20 years. Born in the Netherlands, she speaks five languages, including Mandarin.

She has published several books and numerous articles on topics ranging from Khmer cultural heritage and Cham sculpture to Chinese jade.

She is currently a lecturer at University of British Columbia.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered in October, and from December through March.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: More than 1,000 buildings make up the Khmer temple of Angkor Wat in Cambodia.

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CHINA: IMPERIAL CITIES A N D N AT U R A L W O N D E R S

• Meet National Geographic Explorer Jing Li, who works to protect China’s endangered birds.

• Help feed and care for giant pandas at a conservation center in Chengdu.

• Get an insider’s look at recent finds at the terracotta warrior site in Xi’an.

markets of the Muslim Quarter.

The St. Regis Beijing; Sofitel Xi’an on Renmin Square | Meals: 4B, 4L, 2D DAYS 6–11 I YANGTZE RIVER/CHENGDU Fly to Yichang, and board a riverboat for a fournight Yangtze cruise through the breathtaking Three Gorges region. See the Three Gorges Dam, explore by sampan boat, and visit Fuling and the 816 Underground Project. Disembark in Chongqing, and venture into the World Heritage–listed Dazu Grottoes. Continue to Chengdu, and spend a day interacting with pandas at the Dujiangyan Giant Panda Base.

Yangzi Explorer; The St. Regis Chengdu Meals: 6B, 6L, 6D

DAYS 1–5 I BEIJING, CHINA/XI’AN Arrive in Beijing. Explore a lesser known section of the Great Wall, and meet with National Geographic Explorer Zhang Boju to hear about his conservation work. Visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Temple of Heaven, and ride a rickshaw in a traditional hutong neighborhood. In Xi’an, go behind the scenes at the Institute of Archaeology, and view the legendary terracotta army. Walk, or ride a bike atop the city walls before delving into the

DAYS 12–16 I GUILIN/SHANGHAI Ride the high-speed train to Guilin; then cruise the Li River between limestone karst pinnacles and terraced rice fields. Fly to Shanghai, and meet with wildlife photographer Jing Li, a National Geographic Explorer. Ascend to the top of Shanghai Tower, and tour Nanjing Road, the Bund, and Yu Garden before a farewell dinner.

Shangri-La Hotel Guilin; Fairmont Peace Hotel Meals: 5B, 4L, 2D

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$8,495

Signature Land

Light

A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

John Krich Author John Krich is one of America’s distinguished travel writers, food critics, arts reporters, a Hemingway Prize-winning novelist, and National Endowment of the Arts Literary Fellow. He contributes depth and expertise in Asian cuisines, emerging popular culture, music, arts and literature, politics, and lifestyle/values/etiquette. Plus, he has insider knowledge of its megacities and historic landmarks.

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INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered in April, May, and from August through October.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional cost. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Against a misty backdrop of karst mountains, a farmer in Guilin directs his livestock.

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EXPEDITION CRUISES Take to the sea aboard the National Geographic–Lindblad fleet, and discover wild places from the Galápagos to Antarctica with a dynamic expedition team of National Geographic Experts, including naturalists, historians, biologists, National Geographic Photography Experts, and more. The small ships in the fleet accommodate from 28 to 148 travelers. The ships are equipped with a range of exploration tools—such as Zodiacs, hydrophones, and kayaks—so that you can get the most out of the experience.

You’ll have the freedom to explore deeper—to hike, bike, and kayak—as you encounter wildlife, natural landscapes and regional cultures. There are more than 90 Expedition Cruise trips to choose from.

Discover them all at natgeoexpeditions.com.

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A N TA R C T I C A A N D P ATA G O N I A : L E G E N D A R Y I C E A N D E P I C FJ O R D S

• Explore southern Patagonia, the Chilean fjords, and Antarctica—all in a single, epic voyage.

• Marvel at Antarctica’s iconic wildlife and icescapes aboard a fleet of kayaks and Zodiacs.

• Navigate Chile’s spectacular Glacier Alley, and hike among the “horns” of Torres del Paine.

Natural Park by special permission. Enter the Strait of Magellan to explore Francisco Coloane Marine Park. Discover Torres del Paine National Park, home to spectacular landscapes and wildlife. Experience the Chilean fjords on a variety of excursions. Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D DAYS 8–11 I GLACIER ALLEY, CHILE/ DRAKE PASSAGE Venture into Chile’s Glacier Alley, get up close to the edge of Garibaldi Glacier, and continue to Agostini Sound to witness thunderous glacial calving. Sail to Antarctica via the Drake Passage.

Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D

DAYS 1–3 I U.S./SANTIAGO, CHILE/ PUNTA ARENAS Fly overnight to Santiago, and take a guided city tour. Then fly to Punta Arenas, and embark the ship. Ritz Carlton Santiago (or similar); National Geographic Explorer or National Geographic Resolution for the entire voyage Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 4–7 I TIERRA DEL FUEGO/TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK/CHILEAN FJORDS Cruise to Tierra del Fuego, and visit Karukinka

DAYS 12–16 I ANTARCTIC PENINSULA Enjoy ample opportunities to explore the Antarctic Peninsula. Kayak amid towering icebergs, embark on Zodiac excursions in search of seals and blue-eyed shags, and walk on shores peppered with thousands of penguins.

Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D DAYS 17–18 I AT SEA/USHUAIA, ARGENTINA/ BUENOS AIRES OR SANTIAGO, CHILE/U.S. Disembark in Ushuaia, and take a charter flight to Buenos Aires or Santiago to connect with your overnight flight home.

Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

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Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

R. Isaí Madriz Entomologist, Photographer With an expertise in the freshwater aquatic insects of Patagonia, Isaí conducts solo research expeditions to seek out and describe new species, glacier-dependent organisms, and relict groups—also known as living fossils. In addition to his research and photography, Isaí creates free educational materials for rural schools across the region.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in February, October, and November.* Visit website for complete details and dates.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice. *Select departures have a slightly modified itinerary. Call for details before booking flights.

Above: Travelers photograph a surreal seascape packed with brash ice on the Antarctic Peninsula.

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J O U R N E Y T O A N TA R C T I C A

• Explore icy realms alongside a team of biologists, geologists, and undersea specialists.

• Navigate dazzling icebergs, and get a closer look at wildlife on outings by Zodiac and kayak.

• Capture images of penguins and seals alongside Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic certified photo instructors.

DAY 3 I USHUAIA, ARGENTINA Fly to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in the world, and enjoy lunch and wildlife viewing on a private catamaran cruise along the scenic Beagle Channel before embarking the ship.

National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Resolution, or National Geographic Endurance for the entire voyage Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 4–5 I DRAKE PASSAGE Voyage across the legendary Drake Passage, and watch for whales and seabirds gliding alongside the ship. Enjoy talks from the onboard naturalists about the wildlife and geology that await you on the Antarctic Peninsula.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 1–2 I BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA OR SANTIAGO, CHILE Depart on an overnight flight to Buenos Aires (National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Endurance) or Santiago (National Geographic Resolution). Settle into the hotel before heading out on an afternoon city tour.

Gather tonight for a welcome reception.

Alvear Art Hotel or Alvear Icon Hotel (Buenos Aires) or Ritz Carlton (Santiago)

DAYS 6–10 I ANTARCTIC PENINSULA With extended daylight hours at this time of year, you can make the most of your days, keeping a flexible schedule to take advantage of the unexpected—veering off course to watch orcas perform off the bow, or enjoying an after-dinner Zodiac cruise. You can anticipate opportunities to hike, explore by Zodiac and kayak, and experience close encounters with wildlife every day. The route will be determined by the conditions and the ever-changing ice.

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Light or Moderate

One day, you may take Zodiacs out to see towering icebergs at close range, walk a beach covered with seals and penguins, or hike to a summit for a breathtaking view. The next, you may be kayaking amid glittering brash ice, or along a cliffside rookery in search of blue-eyed shags. And the next, you might experience the thrill of the ship crunching through the pack ice, or slipping between the soaring rock walls of the Lemaire Channel.

As you encounter the volcanic isles and pristine bays of the peninsula, a team of experts will bring depth and insight to the experience, explaining the behaviors and interactions of different species, the geological and climatic forces that still shape Antarctica, the anatomy of a glacier, and how to capture beautiful photographs of the places you visit. An undersea specialist captures images from the deep— revealing the hardy marine life beneath the ice—and the Expedition Leader is always on the lookout for the best way to experience everything Antarctica has to offer.

Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D DAYS 11–12 I AT SEA Enjoy the ship’s amenities as the Antarctic Coast disappears from view. Round the southernmost tip of South America, and see the meeting of

Clockwise from above: An underwater camera reveals the gleaming mass of an incandescent iceberg; a Zodiac travels under a triumphal ice arch sculpted by the elements; the National Geographic Explorer parks in the early season ice off Enterprise Island; kayakers get up close to a snoozing crabeater seal.

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the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Celebrate your voyage at a farewell dinner on board.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

ANOTHER WAY TO EXPLORE ANTARCTICA

DAYS 13–14 I USHUAIA, ARGENTINA/ BUENOS AIRES OR SANTIAGO, CHILE Disembark in Ushuaia. After lunch, fly to Buenos Aires (National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Endurance) or Santiago (National Geographic Resolution) by private charter, and connect with your overnight flight home.

Meal: 1B

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Luján Agusti Photographer A visual storyteller, Luján is based in Tierra del Fuego, Argentina. Her award-winning work explores themes related to environmental and gender issues with a special focus on the aquatic and terrestrial territory of Patagonia.

Her photos have been published by internationally renowned media and exhibited around the world.

AD D TO YO UR E XP E R IE N CE

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Buenos Aires Pre-trip | 3 days from $3,010

Iguazú Falls Post-trip | 4 days from $3,680

Santiago’s Wine Country Pre-trip | 3 days from $3,490

Easter Island Post-trip | 5 days from $5,110

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Follow in the wake of explorers aboard the National Geographic Endurance on a 35-day Epic Antarctica Voyage: The Peninsula to the Ross Sea expedition. Venture where few others have gone before on an unprecedented expedition, from the Antarctic Peninsula to the remote shores of West Antarctica, to the Ross Ice Shelf and the subantarctic isles of New Zealand and Australia. Expeditions depart in January and December.

Dates: This expedition is offered from November through February.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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A N TA R C T I C A , S O U T H G E O R G I A , A N D T H E FA L K L A N D S

• Cruise alongside the exquisite icebergs of Antarctica in a Zodiac.

• Join naturalists for walks among the king penguins and elephant seals of South Georgia.

• Explore the pioneer outpost of Stanley in the Falklands.

cruise along the Beagle Channel before embarking the ship and sailing to Antarctica.

The itinerary in Antarctica is flexible with daily opportunities to hike, kayak, and experience close encounters with icebergs and wildlife.

Experts will offer insight into animal behaviors, and Antarctica’s extraordinary geology.

National Geographic Explorer, National Geographic Endurance, or National Geographic Resolution for the entire voyage Meals: 8B, 8L, 8D

DAYS 1–2 I BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA OR SANTIAGO, CHILE Fly overnight, and enjoy a tour of Buenos Aires (National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Endurance) or Santiago (National Geographic Resolution). Alvear Art Hotel or Alvear Icon Hotel (Buenos Aires) or Ritz Carlton (Santiago) DAYS 3–10 I USHUAIA, ARGENTINA/ AT SEA/ANTARCTICA Take a charter flight to Ushuaia. Enjoy a catamaran

DAYS 11–22 I AT SEA/SOUTH GEORGIA/ AT SEA/FALKLAND ISLANDS/AT SEA Visit Sir Ernest Shackleton’s final resting place on South Georgia Island, and encounter a vast colony of king penguins. Then cross the South Atlantic to the Falkland Islands. Hike, and kayak along rocky coasts, spotting Magellanic penguins, albatrosses, and more. In the colonial town of Stanley, visit the cathedral and the Falkland Islands Museum. Meals: 12B, 12L, 12D DAYS 23–24 I USHUAIA, ARGENTINA/ BUENOS AIRES OR SANTIAGO, CHILE Disembark in Ushuaia, and fly home via Buenos Aires (National Geographic Explorer and National Geographic Endurance) or Santiago (National Geographic Resolution). Meals: 1B, 1L

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$28,020

Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Tommy Heinrich Adventurer, Photographer Born in Buenos Aires, Tommy Heinrich has traveled to the summit of Mount Everest, the North Pole, and Antarctica— combining his passions for photography, climbing, and nature. On assignment for National Geographic, he documented a winter ascent of Pakistan’s Nanga Parbat and an ascent of K2.

Find the departure(s) Jay will join on our website.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in January, February, October, and November.* Visit website for complete details and dates.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price.

All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice. *Select departures have a slightly modified itinerary.

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Above: King penguins cluster on a beach in South Georgia.

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S O U T H G E O RG I A A N D T H E FA L K L A N D S

• Frame epic icescapes and wildlife alongside a National Geographic Photography Expert.

• Walk among tens of thousands of king penguins on South Georgia Island.

• View an impressive colony of black-browed albatrosses in the Falklands.

DAYS 5–8 I FALKLAND ISLANDS/SEA The Falkland Islands, also known as the Islas Malvinas, comprise about 200 islands, each distinct in its beauty. Explore the archipelago, which boasts the largest albatross colony in the world; thousands of gentoo, rockhopper, and Magellanic penguins; and fur and elephant seals. Later, enjoy the ship’s amenities during two days at sea. Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D

DAYS 1–4 I BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA OR SANTIAGO, CHILE/USHUAIA/AT SEA After an overnight flight, enjoy a guided tour of Buenos Aires (National Geographic Endurance), or Santiago (National Geographic Resolution).

Fly to Ushuaia, and cruise the Beagle Channel on a catamaran. Then embark the ship, and set sail. Alvear Icon Hotel; National Geographic Endurance or National Geographic Resolution; Ritz Carlton, Santiago Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 9–15 I SOUTH GEORGIA/AT SEA Arrive in South Georgia—where you'll have daily opportunities to walk, hike, kayak, or explore

by Zodiac. Visit sites that played a part in the extraordinary story of Sir Ernest Shackleton’s ill-fated expedition, such as the explorer’s final resting place and, conditions permitting, Stromness Bay. Observe the antics of huge elephant seals, and encounter a vast colony of king penguins. Meals: 7B, 7L, 7D DAYS 16–19 I FALKLAND ISLANDS/AT SEA/ USHUAIA, ARGENTINA/BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA OR SANTIAGO, CHILE Disembark in Ushuaia, and hop on board a charter to Buenos Aires or Santiago, followed by an overnight flight home. Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

$25,711

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Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Dan Westergren Photographer As the longtime photo editor for National Geographic Traveler magazine, Dan Westergren was responsible for the magazine’s photographic vision, which earned the publication numerous awards for photography. His many assignments took him to the summits of Mont Blanc and Kilimanjaro, and skiing to the North Pole.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in February, and October.* Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change.

This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice. * Select departures have slightly modified itinerary. Call for details before booking flights.

Above: King penguins soak up the first rays of the rising sun in South Georgia.

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$14,133

• Search for wildlife including walruses, bearded and ringed seals, and polar bears.

• Glide in a Zodiac beneath tidewater glaciers, and conditions permitting, step on the frozen sea.

• Capture the exceptional golden hour light with expert guidance from a National Geographic Photography Expert. and research center, including the expansive views of the icy fjord and surrounding mountain ranges.

National Geographic Resolution through Day 9 | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I OSLO, NORWAY Your introduction to Norway begins with a tour of Oslo, including a visit to the Fram Museum, dedicated to the wooden ship sailed

by Norwegian polar explorers such as Nansen and Amundsen.

Hotel Bristol | Meals: 1L, 1D DAY 2 I OSLO/LONGYEARBYEN Depart Oslo on a charter flight to Longyearbyen. On arrival, explore this northern outpost

DAYS 3–8 I EXPLORING SVALBARD A high Arctic archipelago between Norway and the North Pole, Svalbard is a place of deep fjords, snow-capped mountains, and massive sheets of ice. During this time of year, the ship is able to reach places unreachable by other ships, allowing for Zodiac excursions in search of wildlife like walruses, bearded and ringed seals, and polar bears. Explore serene fjords, gliding beneath tidewater glaciers and cruising around beautiful icebergs. Don snowshoes to explore snow-blanketed landscapes. Alongside a National Geographic photographer, take advantage of the season’s exceptional photographic conditions.

Meals: 6B, 6L, 6D DAYS 9–10 I LONGYEARBYEN/OSLO Disembark and soak in the atmosphere of this exploration outpost before flying back to Oslo.

Radisson Blu Airport | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

Expedition Cruise

Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Camille Seaman Photographer Camille Seaman documents the changing landscapes of the polar regions. Her stories were featured in National Geographic magazine’s April 2010 “Water” issue, and a July 2017 cover story on Antarctica. Camille is a TED Senior Fellow, and her work has appeared in Outside, TIME, The New York Times Magazine, and elsewhere.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

2025 Dates: This expedition is offered in April, and May. Visit website for complete details and dates.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Above: A trio of polar bears as seen through a photographer’s telephoto lens.

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LAND OF THE POLAR BEARS

• Search for iconic wildlife: polar bears, reindeer, walruses, seals, and arctic foxes.

• Discover unusual flora and tidewater glaciers by Zodiac and on foot with naturalists.

• With a National Geographic Photography Expert, document wildlife in the midnight sun.

National Geographic Endurance or National Geographic Resolution through Day 9 Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I OSLO, NORWAY Arrive in Oslo, and set out on a tour of Norway’s sophisticated capital city. Hotel Bristol Meals: 1L, 1D DAY 2 I OSLO/LONGYEARBYEN Enjoy breathtaking vistas en route to Longyearbyen, the largest settlement in Svalbard. On arrival, explore the world’s northernmost settlement. Later, embark the ship.

DAYS 3–8 I SVALBARD A high Arctic archipelago situated between Norway and the North Pole, Svalbard is a place of deep fjords, snowcapped mountains, and massive sheets of ice. Your travel here is exploratory by design; you will make the most of your days with a flexible schedule to take advantage of the opportunities that arise.

Set out from the ship in search of Svalbard’s incredible wildlife, including walruses, bearded and ringed seals, and the majestic polar bear.

Explore serene fjords in Zodiacs, kayak among sparkling icebergs, hike through the blooming tundra, and much more.

Meals: 6B, 6L, 6D DAY 9 I LONGYEARBYEN/OSLO Disembark in Longyearbyen. Fly back to Oslo on a private charter flight.

Radisson Blu Airport Hotel I Meals: 1B, 1L DAY 10 I OSLO After breakfast, transfer to the Oslo airport for your return flight home. Meal: 1B

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Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Ralph Lee Hopkins Photographer Ralph Lee Hopkins is a photography instructor and geologist who served as a photographer on the Arctic Expedition for Climate Action in July 2008, and has traveled beyond the Antarctic and Arctic Circles many times. His wildlife images have appeared in National Geographic's books, magazines, and websites.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in May, and June.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price.

All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Telephoto lens captures the image of a polar bear during summer in Svalbard.

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A C I R C U M N AV I G A T I O N O F I C E L A N D

• Sail to Iceland’s most remote regions, including an isolated isle near the Arctic Circle.

• Document epic scenery and wildlife with a National Geographic Photography Expert.

• Get up close to geological wonders, from geysers and glaciers to mud pots and lavascapes.

DAYS 2–4 I WESTERN ICELAND Explore Iceland’s wild western frontier on foot or via Zodiac. Visit Flatey Island, a centuriesold trading post. Venture into the stunning Westfjords region, learn about how eiderdown is processed at a local farm, and hike to a waterfall in remote Ísafjörður.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAY 1 I REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND Arrive in Reykjavík, and take a tour of the world’s northernmost capital. Visit Hallgrímskirkja church, and browse Viking artifacts at the National Museum before embarking your ship.

National Geographic Endurance or National Geographic Explorer for the entire voyage | Meals: 1L, 1D

DAYS 5–7 I NORTHERN ICELAND On the northern leg of this journey, visit the Herring Era Museum at Siglufjörður. Experience magnificent Goðafoss, the “waterfall of the gods,” and explore Mývatn, the most geologically active area on the island. Watch for whales as you cruise toward the tiny island of Grímsey, located on the Arctic Circle.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 8–10 I EASTERN AND SOUTHERN ICELAND/REYKJAVÍK Explore icebergs up close in the Jökulsárlón lagoon, or travel by 4×4 into the highlands.

Discover the lava landscapes of the Westman Islands, and choose from a variety of ways to further explore Reykjavík before flying home.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 1D

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Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Mike Libecki Adventurer A producer, director, videographer, photographer, conservationist, and a 2013 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, Mike has completed more than 90 major expeditions in over 100 countries. His adventures support science, conservation and humanitarian projects, as well as shed light on powerful, emotional stories that inspire us all to take care of our world.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in July, and August.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Goðafoss, the "waterfall of the gods," earned its name when Iceland adopted Christianity in 1000 A.D., and pagan idols were cast into its waters.

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WILD ICELAND E SCAPE BY SEA

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• Discover pristine fjords and fascinating tundra by Zodiac and on foot.

• Float down a glacial river in the northern region of Skagafjörður.

• Uncover the rich biodiversity of the remote Westfjords, and visit the fishing town of Djúpavík.

DAY 2 I DJÚPAVÍK Explore the eastern coast of the Westfjords.

Disembark, and hike high into the coastal mountains to take in the panoramic view.

Stroll through the tiny town of Djúpavík, and learn about the golden age of Iceland's herring fishing industry.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 3 I SKAGAFJÖRÐUR Take a float trip on the Jökulsá river, or visit a historic rural turf farm to understand rural life in Iceland. Explore Drangey Island, and spot the multitudes of birds that call the island home.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND Spend the day exploring the sights, sounds, and tastes of Reykjavík before embarking the ship in the afternoon.

National Geographic Explorer or National Geographic Resolution for the entire voyage I Meals: 1L, 1B, 1D

DAYS 4–6 I ÍSAFJÖRÐUR /VIGUR/ GRUNDARFJÖRÐUR/ REYKJAVÍK Explore the beautiful and peaceful Westfjords region of Iceland. Visit an eider farm in Ísafjarðardjúp, and explore the town on a walking tour. The next day, visit Kirkjufell Mountain, known for it's picturesque waterfall.

Disembark in Reykjavík.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

Expedition Cruise

Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Nick Cobbing Photographer, Filmmaker Nick Cobbing focuses on the intersection of science and personal stories in the Arctic region. He has accompanied many polar research expeditions, and his story on the future of Arctic sea ice appeared in the January 2016 issue of National Geographic. His work has been shown worldwide, including to the U.S. Congress and the Stockholm Parliament.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in May–August.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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• Experience traditional gaucho culture and cuisine at splendid estancias in Uruguay and Argentina.

• Capture the windswept beauty of the Falkland Islands with a National Geographic Photography Expert.

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Light or Moderate

• Walk a beach in South Georgia, thronged with tens of thousands of stately king penguins.

DAYS 7–10 I PUERTO MADRYN/BAHÍA BUSTAMANTE Search for southern right whales in Península Valdés. Observe blue-eyed and rock cormorants, and Magellanic penguins.

Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D DAY 11 I RESERVA NATURAL RÍA DESEADO/ PUERTO DESEADO Travel into this submerged estuary that is home to the Commerson’s dolphin and rockhopper penguins.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 1–4 I BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA/ MONTEVIDEO, URUGUAY/AT SEA Explore the architectural and natural wonders of Buenos Aires and Montevideo.

Alvear Icon Hotel or similar; National Geographic Endurance for the remainder of the trip I Meals: 3B, 3L, 2D DAYS 5–6 I BAHÍA BLANCA, ARGENTINA/ AT SEA In the port city of Bahía Blanca, discover the flora and fauna of the Argentinean pampas on a guided hike.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 12–15 I FALKLAND ISLANDS (ISLAS MALVINAS)/AT SEA White sand beaches and soaring cliffs set a stunning backdrop to encounters with thriving wildlife.

Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and local naturalists will accompany this trip.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in October.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

DAYS 16–20 I SOUTH GEORGIA ISLAND Watch for elephant seals, leopard seals, fur seals, albatross, and king penguins.

Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D DAYS 21–25 I FALKLAND ISLANDS/AT SEA/ USHUAIA, ARGENTINA/BUENOS AIRES Visit the largest and most populated city in the Falkland Islands, Stanley. Later, disembark in the southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia.

Meals: 5B, 4L, 4D

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Above: Sunset on the coast of Montevideo.

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N O RW E G I A N D I S C OV E RY: A VOYAG E T O S VA L B A R D A N D T H E N O R T H E R N FJ O R D S

• Seek out Svalbard’s wildlife, including walruses, bearded and ringed seals, and polar bears.

• Explore the pristine landscapes and fishing villages of Sørøya and Senja Islands.

• Capture spectacular images alongside a National Geographic Photography Expert.

DAYS 3–8 I SVALBARD Svalbard lies north of the Arctic Circle, where the summer sun never sets. Here, in true expedition style, nature will guide your course.

Look for walruses, arctic foxes, reindeer, and polar bears from the bridge of the ship.

Venture ashore to hike the tundra, sail into beautiful fjords, and kayak quiet coves surrounded by icebergs. Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–2 I OSLO, NORWAY/ LONGYEARBYEN After an overnight flight, enjoy a tour of Oslo.

The next morning, fly to Longyearbyen, the largest settlement in Svalbard; then embark the ship.

Hotel Bristol; National Geographic Endurance through Day 9 I Meals: 1B, 2L, 1D

DAYS 9–11 I BEAR ISLAND/SØRØYA ISLAND/ SENJA ISLAND Sail to isolated Bear Island. Explore the island’s coves and inlets by Zodiac, and train your binoculars on thousands of fulmars, kittiwakes, and murres that nest in the cliffs. Continue to the mountainous island of Sørøya off Norway’s northern coast, renowned for its large populations of migratory skrei, or cod.

Next, you'll dock at Senja, characterized by dramatic mountains, colorful fishing villages, and a coastline split by fjords. Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 12–13 I TROMSØ/OSLO Disembark in Tromsø, and explore this charming coastal city. Fly by charter to Oslo, and check in at the hotel. Depart the next morning.

SAS Radisson Blu Airport Hotel | Meals: 2B, 1L

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Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

David Doubilet and Jennifer Hayes Photographers Underwater photographers David Doubilet and Jennifer Hayes are married partners who work together as a team to produce National Geographic stories from equatorial coral reefs to beneath the polar ice.

They have photographed, and explored the ocean depths from Greenland to Indonesia, and from Scotland to Antarctica. David has produced more than 70 stories for National Geographic magazine.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in June.

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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price.

All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Above: Sweeping slopes frame a turquoise bay on Senja Island.

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• Observe Arctic wildlife—from walruses and reindeer to polar bears—with naturalists.

• Kayak into inlets and coves hidden among dramatic fjords, or explore by Zodiac.

• Visit fishing villages in the Lofoten Islands, and spend five days discovering Svalbard.

DAYS 6–9 I LOFOTEN ISLANDS/ TYSFJORDEN/TROMSØ/BJØRNØYA (BEAR ISLAND) Discover the magical Lofoten Archipelago

by Zodiac, on the lookout for otters, moose, and huge concentrations of seabirds. Follow Tysfjorden past tiny villages, and hike the valley of Hellemobotn. In Tromsø, the “gateway to the Arctic,” learn about Arctic settlers at the Polar Museum. Venture to the high Arctic, stopping on Bjørnøya to discover sea caves, inlets, and tens of thousands of seabirds

by Zodiac.

Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D

DAYS 1–5 I BERGEN, NORWAY/ EXPLORING THE NORWEGIAN FJORDS Arrive in Bergen, and take in the colorful buildings of Bryggen, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Board the ship, and sail into the fjordlands, exploring Nordfjorden, the turquoise lake of Lodalen Valley, and Kjenndal Glacier. Cruise past vertical cliffs in a Zodiac, kayak to waterfalls, and take naturalist-led hikes. National Geographic Endurance or National Geographic Resolution through Day 15 Meals: 4B, 4L, 5D

DAYS 10–16 I SVALBARD/ LONGYEARBYEN/OSLO Venture to the ice floes and islands of Norway’s Svalbard Archipelago in search of walruses, bearded and ringed seals, arctic foxes, reindeer, and polar bears. With long daylight hours and a flexible itinerary, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to hike the tundra, kayak among icebergs, and cruise Zodiacs up close to tidewater glaciers. Disembark in Longyearbyen, and explore this Arctic outpost. Fly by charter to Oslo, and check in to the hotel. Depart the next morning.

Radisson Blu Airport Hotel I Meals: 7B, 6L, 6D

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$23,400

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Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Tim Laman Photographer, Filmmaker, Field Biologist Tim uses his cameras to tell the stories of rare and endangered wildlife, and revealing some of Earth’s wildest places. He has published more than 20 feature stories in National Geographic magazine, and worked on films for the National Geographic Channel, BBC, and Netflix.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in May. Ask about select special holiday departures in 2024.

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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Above: Low clouds lace the scenery at Reine in Norway’s Lofoten Islands.

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• Explore the glorious volcano-sculpted landscapes of the Furnas Valley.

• Soak up Azorean culture while visiting traditional villages and learning about the island’s colorful history.

• Try your hand at making a local specialty cooked underground by volcanic heat.

DAYS 2–3 I PICO/FAIAL Visit the island of Pico, home to a towering volcano and picturesque vineyards. Go whale watching in the channel north of Pico and Faial Islands. And later, enjoy a performance of traditional fado music.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAY 4–5 I SÃO JORGE/GRACIOSA Visit São Jorge, a steep-sided island with sloped shores that give way to coastal plains. Sail to nearby lagoons, and go ashore to explore secluded wetlands. On Graciosa, glimpse a massive lava cave with an underground lake, and ride a Zodiac among the coastal islets.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAY 1 I SÃO MIGUEL, AZORES, PORTUGAL Fly overnight to Ponta Delgada on the island of São Miguel in the Azores. Once there, join the crew for an overview of the island; then settle into your cabin on a new, state-of-the-art exploration ship.

National Geographic Endurance for the entire voyage | Meals: 1L, 1D

Above: Islet of Vila Franca do Campo

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DAYS 6–7 I TERCEIRA/SANTA MARIA Explore the timeless villages and natural wonders of historic Terceira. On the way to Santa Maria, scout for humpbacks and other whales.

Once ashore, you can hike from the island’s highest point, Pico Alto, to the sea.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 8–9 I SÃO MIGUEL Explore the geothermal landscape of the Furnas Valley, where you can learn to cook using heat from volcanic steam vents. Then enjoy a final stop in the charming village of Sete Cidades. Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

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Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Gemina Garland-Lewis Photographer Gemina Garland-Lewis is a professional documentary photographer and National Geographic Explorer, whose work emphasizes the myriad connections between humans, animals, and their shared environments. With 20 years of experience in over 30 countries, her photography and writing have been published by National Geographic, The Washington Post, NPR, The Nature Conservancy and REI, among others.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in April.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change.

This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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• Navigate the narrow Caledonian Canal, lochs, and the Inner Hebrides aboard a nimble ship.

• Kayak picturesque Loch Linnhe or Loch Eil, and hike through stunning scenery.

• Attend the annual Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on select optional extensions.

M.V. Lord of the Glens for the entire voyage Meals: 2B, 2L, 3D DAYS 4–6 I OBAN/ISLE OF MULL/IONA/ ISLE OF RUM/INVERIE Cruise Loch Linnhe to Oban, visit McCaig’s Folly on a walking tour, and enjoy a special whisky tasting on board. In the Inner Hebrides, stop at the Isle of Mull to explore Duart Castle, visit the medieval abbey ruins and royal graveyard on sacred Iona, and moor overnight at the picturesque fishing village of Tobermory. Meet a member of the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust, and look for minke whales, dolphins, and seals. Explore Kinloch Castle on the Isle of Rum. Continue to Inverie, and visit the Old Forge, the most remote pub in the British Isles.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 1–3 I INVERNESS, SCOTLAND LOCH NESS/FORT AUGUSTUS/GLENFINNAN Arrive in Inverness, and board the Lord of the Glens. Visit the historic battlefield at Culloden, and see the prehistoric standing stones of Clava Cairns. Navigate the narrow Caledonian Canal, enter Loch Ness, and stop for a hike in Fort Augustus. Ascend 106 feet at Laggan Locks, and descend the legendary Neptune’s Staircase. Enjoy a scenic drive to Glenfinnan, or explore Loch Linnhe by kayak.

DAYS 7–8 I ARMADALE/KYLE OF LOCHALSH/INVERNESS In Armadale, trace history at the Museum of the Isles, and explore the ruins of Armadale Castle and its beautiful gardens. Then sail for Kyle of Lochalsh, and choose a guided walk or a visit to Eilean Donan Castle. Disembark, and transfer to Inverness for your flight home.

Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

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$10, 393

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Light or Moderate

A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader, photo instructor, a historian, and a local naturalist, will accompany this trip.

Jim Richardson Photographer Jim Richardson has produced more than 50 stories for National Geographic’s publications, covering topics from the ancient Celts to photographing the Scottish Highlands. Jim is co-founder of Eyes on Earth, which mentors young environmental photographers.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered from June through August.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: A lone Highland cow stands amid the vast landscapes.

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W I L D A L A S K A E S C A P E : L E C O N T E B AY, W R A N G E L L , A N D T H E M I S T Y FJ O R D S

WILD ALASKA ESCAPE: HAINES, THE I N I A N I S L A N D S , A N D T R A C Y A R M FJ O R D 6 D AY S F R O M $ 3 ,9 6 0

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• Glide past the soaring cliffs of Misty Fjords National Monument.

• Discover the quaint town of Wrangell, and learn about the culture of the indigenous Tlingit people.

Expedition Cruise

• Get up close to icebergs and glaciers in Tracy or Endicott Arm. • Cruise by Zodiac among abundant sea lions, and search for whales in the Inian Islands.

Light or Moderate

Navigate narrow saltwater fjords and glacial bays aboard the nimble National Geographic Sea Bird or National Geographic Sea Lion on a voyage through the southern reaches of Alaska’s Inside Passage. As you cruise from Juneau to Ketchikan, experience the pioneering spirit of Alaska’s capital city, explore rugged coastlines, and delve into the indigenous history of remote town of Wrangell. Ride a jet boat up the Stikine River; kayak past towering cliffs and roaring waterfalls; and by special permission, hike through old-growth forests in the Tongass National Forest in search of moose, black bears, bald eagles, and other iconic wildlife.

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Discover wild Alaska on an action-packed expedition aboard the National Geographic Sea Bird or National Geographic Sea Lion.

Spend six adventure-filled days discovering stunning coastal scenery, iconic wildlife, and the timeless culture of the land’s indigenous people. Explore Haines, the “adventure capital of Alaska,” by raft or bicycle, or on a hike. With the ship as your moving base camp, and with special permission from the U.S. Forest Service, kayak deep into glacially carved fjords, hike beneath towering spruce and hemlocks in old-growth rainforests, raft from an ancient Tlingit village, and more.

C O M B I N E A N D S AV E

Combine the two itineraries described on this page for an epic 11-day Alaskan voyage, and SAVE 10% on each expedition. See our website for details.

INFORMATION These trips are operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: These expeditions are offered from May through August.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Above from left: A kayaker frames a shot in one of Alaska’s serene fjords; a brown bear hunts for fish along Alaska’s shores.

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• Get up close to icebergs and wildlife, exploring by kayak and Zodiac.

• Search for bears while hiking in the Tongass National Forest by special permission.

• Meet members of the Alaska Whale Foundation to learn about the local pods.

DAY 2 I TRACY ARM-FORDS TERROR WILDERNESS Voyage into Tracy or Endicott Arm, both spectacular glacially carved fjords. See the soaring South Sawyer or Dawes Glacier up close, and take a cruise in a Zodiac for an unbeatable view of sculpted icebergs. Keep an eye out for harbor seals, porpoises, and arctic terns.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I JUNEAU, ALASKA Arrive in Juneau, Alaska's capital city, in the early afternoon, and embark your ship in time for cocktails and an introduction of the vessel staff and crew.

National Geographic Venture or National Geographic Quest for the entire voyage Meal: 1D

DAY 3 I PETERSBURG Search for humpback whales as you head toward the small town of Petersburg on Mitkof Island, founded more than a hundred years ago

by Norwegian fishermen. Explore Southeast Alaska’s muskeg, an area with stunted trees and carnivorous plants. Stretch your legs with an optional bike ride around town, before enjoying a crab feast for dinner this evening.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 4 I FREDERICK SOUND AND CHATHAM STRAIT These waters often offer great whale watching.

Take a walk with naturalists along a quiet forest trail, or kayak in the area’s tiny coves. Meet members of the Alaska Whale Foundation (schedules permitting)—whose work is

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supported by a grant from the Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographic Fund—and discuss some of their recent discoveries about the region’s marine mammal population.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 5 I INIAN ISLANDS/ICY STRAIT Cruise among the Inian Islands, where an upwelling of undersea organisms attracts an abundance of marine life. Hike nearby islands, kayak, or search for marine mammals in the rich waters off Icy Strait. Conditions permitting, the ship may lower its hydrophone to listen in on whale communications. Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 6 I GLACIER BAY NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE By special permit, explore Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve today. See glaciers that end abruptly at the water’s edge, and observe them calving—when tons of ice crash into the sea. Wilderness abounds here—mountain goats and brown bears patrol the shore; and sea otters, Steller sea lions, and puffins swim in these icy waters. Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

Clockwise from above: A humpback whale breaches in Alaska’s coastal waters; calving ice sets off a traveler celebration; kayakers paddle turquoise waters against a backdrop of lofty peaks; a mother brown bear and her cub feed on pink salmon on Chichagof Island.

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DAY 7 I ALASKA’S ISLANDS, BAYS, AND FJORDS Today, nature is your guide. You may go beachcombing and tide pooling, hike the trails of the stunning Tongass National Forest by special permission, or watch for wildlife in a secluded meadow. Sightings of bald eagles are very common. If conditions permit, you’ll go kayaking or stand-up paddleboarding, always watching for marine and terrestrial life.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 8 I SITKA After breakfast, disembark in Sitka, Southeast Alaska’s only oceanfront town. Visit the Alaska Raptor Center, enjoying a close view of species normally seen at a distance. Then take a walk in Sitka National Historic Park, where Tlingit and Haida totem poles tower over coastal trails.

Later, drive to the airport for your flight home.

Meal: 1B AD D TO YO UR E XP E R I E N CE

EXPLORE DENALI NATIONAL PARK Pre- or Post-trip | 7 days | From $8,950

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N ATIONAL GEO GRAPHIC GLOBAL E X PLORERS PRO GRAM

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Gabby Salazar Environmental Social Scientist, Photographer

Young travelers on any of the Alaska expeditions can participate in the National Geographic Global Explorers program.

Developed with National Geographic Education, this hands-on, interactive program teaches kids how to develop the attitudes, skills, and knowledge of an explorer while offering all kinds of fun activities. In the company of certified field educators, kids and teens will hone their observation skills, and learn to capture, and share, their experiences through photographs, videos, maps, drawings, and more. With a range of activities to choose from—in the field and on board—kids can explore their own interests, whether that’s marine biology or photography.

Dr. Salazar has traveled the world documenting a wide range of subjects. She has an MSc in Conservation Science from Imperial College London and a Ph.D. from the University of Florida. Alongside Dr. Krithi Karanth, a fellow National Geographic Explorer, she helped start an environmental education program in India that has reached over 20,000 students.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered from May through September.

All departures are family friendly, and feature the National Geographic Global Explorers program (see box at left).

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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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T R E A S U R E S O F T H E I N S I D E PA S S A G E : ALASKA AND BRITISH COLUMBIA 1 4 D AY S F R O M $ 9, 0 3 2

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• By special permit, experience the remarkable isles of Haida Gwaii.

• Engage with traditional, Kwakwaka'wakw culture in Alert Bay.

• Explore by Zodiac in Tracy Arm or Endicott Arm for an up-close view of calving glaciers.

• Spend a day discovering the calving glaciers and wildlife of Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve.

From Vancouver, cruise the National Geographic Sea Bird or National Geographic Sea Lion along the coast of British Columbia to Alaska. Navigate the lush Gulf Islands, enjoy a traditional Kwakwaka’wakw cultural sharing experience in Alert Bay, and search for orcas in Johnstone Strait. By special permission, spend four full days exploring the spectacular Haida Gwaii archipelago with a Haida interpreter. Learn about the rich culture of the islands, and view the totem poles of SGang Gwaay. Then head for Alaska’s Inside Passage, discovering Misty Fjords National Monument, and watching for whales in Tracy or Endicott Arm. Explore Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve searching for rare wildlife, and enjoying views of tidewater glaciers. After a day kayaking, Zodiac cruising and hiking among the Inian and Chicagoff Islands, tour Sitka, and fly home.

Embark the National Geographic Quest or National Geographic Venture for a voyage from the Pacific Northwest to British Columbia and Alaska. Explore the San Juan Islands, and watch for killer whales in the surrounding waters.

In charming Victoria, enjoy a private reception at a museum. Meet with members of the indigenous Kwakwaka’wakw community, and learn about their culture in the village of Alert Bay. As we continue north along the rugged coast, discover pristine fjords and hidden coves by kayak or Zodiac, hike through old-growth forests teeming with wildlife, and listen for the thunder of calving ice while exploring Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve by special permit.

INFORMATION These trips are operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii expedition is offered in April, May, and September.

Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska and British Columbia expedition is offered in April, May, and September.

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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Above from left: A traveler photographs the ancient totems of SGang Gwaaay, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Haida Gwaii; killer whales come up for air off the coast of British Columbia.

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C O L U M B I A A N D S N A K E R I V E R S V O YA G E

• Retrace Lewis and Clark’s trailblazing expedition through the Pacific Northwest.

• Explore the shoreline of the stunning Palouse River by kayak or Zodiac.

• Taste the diverse terroirs of the region on board and on a private winery tour in Walla Walla.

DAYS 3–5 I COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE/ HOOD RIVER/WALLA WALLA, WASHINGTON Immerse yourself in natural and man-made marvels as you explore the scenic Columbia River, and pass through Bonneville Lock and Dam. The next day, cruise through some of the most scenic and geologically interesting stretches of the Columbia River and the Columbia Plateau. Spend a day tasting the diverse terroirs of the region on a private winery tour, and enjoy wine while taking a walking tour of downtown Walla Walla. Or opt to visit the Whitman Mission, a standout museum and National Historic Site.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–2 I PORTLAND, OREGON/ASTORIA Board your ship, and cruise the Willamette River through downtown, passing under Portland’s eclectic 12 bridges. Sail to the mouth of the Columbia River, and visit the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, the Columbia River Maritime Museum, and historic Astoria.* National Geographic Sea Lion, or National Geographic Sea Bird for the entire voyage Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D

DAYS 6–8 I PALOUSE RIVER/SNAKE RIVER CLARKSTON, WASHINGTON Visit the iconic, 200-foot Palouse Falls, and explore the Palouse River by Zodiac or kayak.

Hear from a geologist as you sail through stunning scenery to the Snake River from Clarkston, and set out on a jet boat adventure in Hells Canyon. See ancient pictographs and petroglyphs, and listen to a Nez Perce storyteller. Enjoy a tasting of local wines, and disembark the next day.

Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

Above: The Vista House Observatory sits high above the Columbia River Gorge.

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Light

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Ashli Akins Ecologist, Photographer, Writer Passionate about sustainable development and the revitalization of different cultures, Dr. Akins has worked for almost two decades with the Quechua communities of the Peruvian Andes to mitigate the adverse effects of unsustainable tourism in the region. In addition to her doctorate, she holds a master’s degree in international human rights law from the University of Oxford.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in March, April,* September, and October.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice. *April departures feature lunch and wine tasting in Walla Walla instead of visiting Astoria.

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BA JA C A L I F O R N I A : A M O N G T H E G R E AT W H A L E S

• Voyage to Bahía Magdalena to observe gray whales and their calves.

• Explore with naturalists, discovering sand dunes, a cactus forest, and deserted islands.

• Go snorkeling amid sea lions, king angelfish, and brilliant blue damselfish.

DAYS 3–4 I BOCA DE SOLEDAD/BAHÍA MAGDALENA/HULL CANAL Transfer to Boca de Soledad into Bahía Magdalena, and spend a full day observing gray whales. Later, set out by kayak, stand-up paddleboard, or Zodiac to explore and better understand the region’s diverse ecosystems.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 1–2 I LORETO, MEXICO/SAN CARLOS BAHÍA ALMEJAS/ISLA MAGDALENA Arrive in Loreto, and transfer to San Carlos to board the ship. Awake in Bahía Almejas, where gray whales gather to breed. Glide past a frigatebird colony, and explore Isla Magdalena during a walk to one of the Pacific coast’s most pristine beaches.

National Geographic Venture for the entire voyage | Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D

DAYS 5–6 I GORDA BANKS/CABO PULMO NATIONAL MARINE PARK/LOS ISLOTES/LA PAZ Arrive at the Gorda Banks seamount, a gathering place for whales, dolphins, and other marine life. Snorkel coral reefs in Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park, and swim among sea lions in the waters off Los Islotes. Step ashore at La Paz, and learn about the history and culture of this colorful city.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 7–8 I GULF OF CALIFORNIA/LORETO Spend time on the lookout for whales, as well as bottlenose and common dolphins; or venture to some of the many uninhabited islands in the Gulf of California. Disembark in Loreto.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

Above: Weighing as much as 40 tons and exhibiting a friendly nature, gray whales are known as the gentle giants of Baja California.

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$6,930

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YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader and local guides, will accompany this trip.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered from January through March.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change.

This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Whale watchers experience the thrill of a close encounter with a spouting Gray Whale off the Baja Peninsula.

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• Navigate the waters used by California gray whales to nurture their calves, and search for sperm, blue and fin whales.

• Hike the islands of the Gulf of California with naturalists, searching for a variety of plant and bird species.

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Light or Moderate

• Snorkel among playful sea lions, and explore several idyllic sea gardens.

DAYS 3–5 I LAGUNA SAN IGNACIO/AT SEA During their yearly migration, gray whales pause to birth and nurse their calves in sheltered lagoons along the Pacific Coast of Baja California—like the spacious bay of Laguna San Ignacio. You may even have the chance to observe mother whales and their calves up close. As you travel along the peninsula’s Pacific Coast, attend talks by experts and onboard photographers, and join naturalists on deck to search for a variety of marine life—including the largest animal on Earth, the blue whale.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–2 I LORETO/SAN CARLOS , MEXICO/ BAHÍA MAGDALENA From the fishing community of San Carlos, sail to Bahía Magdalena, where you’ll explore the winding, mangrove-shrouded canals in Zodiacs. You can see as many as 40 species of birds in a single day while exploring these fertile shorelines.

National Geographic Venture for the entire voyage | Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D

DAYS 6–15 I EXPLORING THE GULF OF CALIFORNIA/LORETO Enjoy incredible photo opportunities as you explore the desert islands scattered throughout the Gulf of California. Employ a full range of tools as you search for whales. Snorkel among sea lions and colorful fish, kayak in turquoise bays edged by dramatic cliffs, and discover the peninsula’s endemic wildlife on naturalist-led excursions. Spend a final day in the seaside town of Loreto, strolling its quiet, tree-lined streets featuring quaint shops and cafés.

Meals: 10B, 10L, 9D

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Jennifer Davidson Photographer, Author Jennifer Davidson is a photographer and educator specializing in documenting travel and culture. She has photographed across the globe, including extensively in Colombia. As a passionate and patient instructor, Jennifer enjoys teaching photographers to see the world in new ways through their cameras.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in March, and April.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: The jagged Baja coastline is home to California brown pelicans.

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• Watch up close for California gray whale mothers and calves in their annual breeding grounds.

• Kayak, and paddleboard amid mangroves teeming with wildlife.

• Hike amid sand dunes and diverse island landscapes with naturalists.

narrow Canal de Soledad (Hull Canal). Glide into the glassy waters of Magdalena Bay, a haven for California gray whales and their newborn calves. Spend two days exploring the bay by local panga. With luck, you’ll witness mother whales teaching their calves to breathe, breach, and dive right beside the boat. Then transit south, stopping along the way to explore the vast mangrove forest system by kayak and Zodiac.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAY 1 I LORETO, MEXICO/SAN CARLOS Arrive in Loreto, and transfer to San Carlos to embark your ship. National Geographic Sea Bird or National Geographic Lion for the entire voyage I Meal: 1D DAYS 2–4 I ISLA MAGDALENA/HULL CANAL MAGDALENA BAY Go ashore to explore the ever-shifting sand dunes of Isla Magdalena. After lunch, watch for wildlife with naturalists as you navigate the

DAY 5 I LAS ALMEJAS/CANAL DE REHUSA Greet the sun as it rises over Las Almejas, the southernmost part of Magdalena Bay. View a large frigatebird colony on Isla Santa Margarita; then head further offshore to seek out more gray whales, which tend to be particularly active in this area. Navigate into Canal de Rehusa to spot whales coming and going between the bay and the Pacific Ocean.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 6 I SAN CARLOS/LORETO Disembark in San Carlos this morning, and transfer to Loreto to connect with your flight home.

Meal: 1B

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$3,940

Expedition Cruise

Light or Moderate

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader and local guides, will accompany this trip.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered from January through March.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Pristine ripples of sand entice a traveler on Isla Magdalena.

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Above: A California gray whale breaches off the bow of the ship while travelers look on.

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W I L D C A L I F O R N I A E S C A P E : A V O YA G E T O C H A N N E L I S L A N D S N AT I O N A L P A R K

• Discover the rocky coasts of the rarely explored Channel Islands National Park.

• Hike with naturalists, and focus on mindfulness with yoga and fitness classes.

• Spot some of the 150 native plant and animal species found nowhere else in the world.

of Santa Cruz Island alongside a certified photo instructor. National Geographic Quest or National Geographic Venture for the entire voyage | Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D DAY 3 I CHANNEL ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK Explore tide pools and winding trails on Santa Rosa Island, or hike to a grove of rare Torrey pines. Enjoy a sunset cocktail party on deck as you cruise around San Miguel Island, home to prolific populations of pinnipeds.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 1–2 I LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA/ CHANNEL ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK Arrive in Los Angeles, and embark your ship.

Head just off the coast to one of the country’s lesser known national parks, an archipelago of dramatic sea cliffs, grassy headlands, and rocky islets. The next morning, enjoy yoga on the sundeck; then go ashore on Anacapa Island.

Hike along the coast, and enjoy a stretching session with wellness specialists. Capture images of the natural beauty and native flora

DAYS 4–5 I SANTA CATALINA ISLAND/ LOS ANGELES Discover the colorful history and natural wonders of Santa Catalina Island. Glide into Avalon Harbor, and explore the quaint town of Avalon, or hike up to Avalon Canyon to visit the Wrigley Memorial and Botanic Garden. Certified scuba divers may go for a dive (at an additional cost) before returning to the ship for a farewell dinner. Disembark in the Port of Los Angeles the next morning.

Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

Above: Less than 100 miles from Los Angeles, the isolated Channel Islands boast unique flora and fauna, and 13,000 years of human history.

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5 D AY S F R O M

$3, 276

Expedition Cruise

Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Greg Marshall Marine Biologist, Filmmaker National Geographic Fellow Greg Marshall invented Crittercam, animal-borne cameras that capture video showing the world through animals’ eyes. His work has been featured in numerous films covering more than 70 species, from emperor penguins to blue whales and house cats, to grizzly bears. Greg uses media to connect audiences to wildlife, and inspire a conservation ethic.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in April, May, October, and November.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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EXPLORING BRITISH COLUMBIA AND THE SAN JUAN ISLANDS

• Voyage from the San Juan Islands to the Gulf Islands and coastal British Columbia.

• Explore fjords and wild islands by kayak, stand-up paddleboard, Zodiac, and on foot.

• Attend a private evening event at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria.

venture into the sheltered fjords and inlets of Desolation Sound to explore by kayak, or go hiking through forests and meadows.

National Geographic Venture for the entire voyage I Meals: 2B, 2L, 3D DAYS 4–5 I JOHNSTONE STRAIT AND ALERT BAY/GULF ISLANDS

DAYS 1–3 I SEATTLE, WASHINGTON/ VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA/ DESOLATION SOUND Arrive in Seattle, and embark the ship. Drop anchor in charming Victoria on Vancouver Island. Visit private gardens, bike along the waterfront, take a walking tour through historic neighborhoods, or peruse local art galleries. In the evening, enjoy a private reception at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria while taking in their wide-ranging collection. The next day,

8 D AY S F R O M

$5,730

Expedition Cruise

Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Erika Larsen Photographer

Watch for orcas as you sail through Johnstone Strait. In the village of Alert Bay, get acquainted with the indigenous Kwakwaka’wakw culture at the U’Mista Cultural Centre, and witness a traditional performance. Spend a day discovering the Gulf Islands, kayaking, hiking, and searching for wildlife.

Erika Larsen documents cultures that maintain close ties with nature. She has shot multiple stories for National Geographic magazine, from following Sàmi reindeer herders in the Scandinavian Arctic to exploring the significance of the horse in Native American culture. She helped produced the magazine’s 2016 Yellowstone Issue.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

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DAYS 6–8 I DAYS 6–8 I FRIDAY HARBOR/ SAN JUAN ISLANDS/SEATTLE In the picturesque town of Friday Harbor, see a fascinating collection of artifacts, artwork, and whale skeletons at the Whale Museum; and stop in at small shops and galleries. Explore the most remote of the emerald-green San Juan Islands by kayak and Zodiac, searching for seals, sea lions, and bald eagles. Disembark in Seattle after breakfast, and transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in September, and October.

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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Above: Early morning sun suffuses British Columbia’s coastal isles as the National Geographic Quest approaches.

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$5,730

• Seek out the rare, white-furred Kermode “spirit bear,” only found in the Great Bear Rainforest.

• Hear a cultural interpreter share local knowledge of the region’s indigenous people.

• Search for orcas and humpbacks from the deck, and seek out brown and black bears along the shore.

DAYS 3–6 I GREAT BEAR RAINFOREST COASTAL BRITISH COLUMBIA Cruise into the spectacular fjords of British Columbia’s Coast Mountains. Here, a cultural interpreter joins us on board to share insights into Indigenous knowledge and culture (schedules permitting). You’ll cruise the rugged coastline of Princess Royal Island to seek out the elusive Kermode bear, a rare white-furred subspecies of black bear known as the spirit bear. Discover hidden gems, including Gilttoyees Inlet and Green Inlet. Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D

DAYS 1–2 I KETCHIKAN, ALASKA, U.S./ PRINCE RUPERT, CANADA Arrive in Ketchikan; then view the priceless collection of 19th-century Tlingit totem poles at the Totem Heritage Center. Embark your ship, and voyage to Prince Rupert, where you'll get immersed in First Nations history at the Museum of Northern British Columbia.

National Geographic Venture for the entire voyage | Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D

DAY 7 I GRENVILLE CHANNEL/LOWE INLET MARINE PROVINCIAL PARK Sail Grenville Channel, a narrow waterway that appears to fade into the surrounding scenery, and watch for orcas swimming alongside your ship. Explore Lowe Inlet Marine Provincial Park

by Zodiac and kayak, and watch for black bears fishing for salmon in Verney Falls.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 8 I PRINCE RUPERT/SEATTLE, WASHINGTON, U.S. Return to Prince Rupert, and disembark the ship after breakfast. Board a charter flight to Seattle for your connecting flight home. Meal: 1B

Above: In Canada’s Great Bear Rainforest, a rare, elusive spirit bear cavorts with its kin.

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Expedition Cruise

Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Lauren Eckert Conservation Scientist National Geographic Explorer Lauren Eckert focuses on the role of humans in global ecosystems, and has worked with Canada’s First Nations communities to bridge Indigenous knowledge with western conservation science. She is currently studying human and black bear conflict—and opportunities for coexistence— in Indigenous Tla'amin territory on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in September.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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C O S TA R I C A A N D T H E P A N A M A C A N A L

• Cross the historic Panama Canal, and examine its lock system with experts.

• Snorkel the reefs of Isla Coiba, one of Panama’s most remote national parks.

• Visit Rio Seco rainforest, a tropical paradise accessible only by boat.

DAYS 3–4 I GOLFO DULCE Venture ashore on the white sands of Playa Blanca; then head inland to visit remote Indigenous communities. Hike in a mature rainforest, or kayak in Golfo Dulce—one of the world’s only tropical fjords. Ride local boats to Rio Seco rainforest in wildlife-rich Piedras Blancas National Park. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAY 5 I COIBA NATIONAL PARK, PANAMA Explore the pristine coral reefs of remote Isla Coiba while swimming, kayaking, or stand-up paddleboarding. Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA PUERTO CALDERA Upon arrival in San José, transfer to Puerto Caldera, and embark your ship.

National Geographic Quest for the entire voyage | Meal: 1D DAY 2 I OSA PENINSULA In Corcovado National Park, swim in waterfall pools, or trek through the rainforest for a chance to see four species of monkeys.

Meal: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 6–7 I PANAMA CANAL Discover the islets of the Gulf of Panama by Zodiac or kayak; then enter the Panama Canal.

Board a Zodiac for a specially arranged visit to Barro Colorado Nature Monument in Gatún Lake, site of a National Geographic–supported wildlife study. Continue through the canal’s complex lock system. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAY 8 I COLÓN/PANAMA CITY Disembark in Colón, and transfer to Panama City for your flight home. Meal: 1B

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Expedition Cruise

$7,101

Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Santiago Ramírez Said Botanist Santiago has devoted his career to the sustainable development and conservation of indigenous peoples across the Americas.

Fluent in 4 languages, he works with communities in Canada, Panama, Colombia, and beyond to protect native culture, storytelling, and ethnobotany. He also helped create reforestation projects that work hand in hand with local indigenous leadership.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered from November through March.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: A keel-billed toucan perches on a branch in the jungles of Costa Rica.

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• Explore the pristine coastline of Costa Rica’s Guanacaste province.

• Search for exotic wildlife, and soak in hot springs in Rincón de la Vieja National Park.

• Discover Isla Tortuga’s palm-shaded beaches before a barbecue dinner on the sand.

National Geographic Quest for the entire voyage Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D DAYS 3–4 I SANTA ROSA NATIONAL PARK/ GUANACASTE CONSERVATION AREA Explore the Guanacaste Conservation Area, a network of national parks that has been named a World Heritage site for its biodiversity.

Kayak, or paddleboard along the coast of Santa Rosa National Park in search of toucans, ospreys, and parrots. Venture ashore in Rincón de la Vieja National Park, encompassing more than 34,000 acres and two active volcanoes.

Soak in hot springs; go canyoneering or zip lining; or explore nearby archaeological sites.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 1–2 I SAN JOSÉ, COSTA RICA/ PLAYA CELESTIA/BAHÍA HUEVOS Arrive in San José, and embark your ship.

Chart a course for the UNESCO World Heritage–designated Guanacaste Conservation Area. Anchor off Playa Celestia for a morning of snorkeling and watersports.

After lunch on board, cruise north to the Papagayo Penisula to explore Bahía Huevos

by Zodiac. If conditions permit, kayak amid nearby mangroves.

DAYS 5–6 I CURÚ NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE/ISLA TORTUGA/SAN JOSÉ Walk the trails of Curú National Wildlife Refuge, and learn about the creatures that inhabit this hotspot of biodiversity. Later, cruise to Isla Tortuga to explore its white sand beaches before a sunset barbecue dinner. The next morning, disembark in San José, and transfer to the airport to connect with your flight home.

Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

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$4, 363

Expedition Cruise

Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Lucas Bustamante Biologist, Author, Photographer On his travels, Lucas has lived with indigenous Amazonian tribes, dived with whale sharks, been bitten by countless snakes, and chased by elephants.

Growing up around the Ecuadorian outdoors—and the country’s incredible biodiversity—he became a passionate biologist and conservation photojournalist.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in November through March.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Through a veil of leaves and branches, a passing white-faced capuchin monkey appears.

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1 1 D AY S F R O M

$8,896

• Take a scenic train ride to Machu Picchu, and enjoy the sanctuary perched at 8,000 feet.

• Encounter unique species and pristine landscapes with a team of naturalists in the Galápagos.

• Observe endangered giant tortoises in the lush highlands.

DAY 4 I CUSCO Explore old town and its ornate 17th-century cathedral and lively main square, Plaza de Armas, as well as the sacred Inca Temple of the Sun. Palacio del Inka | Meals: 1B, 1L DAYS 5–6 I GUAYAQUIL, ECUADOR/ GALÁPAGOS ARCHIPELAGO Fly from Guayaquil to the Galápagos Islands, where you’ll board the ship.

Hotel del Parque and National Geographic Islander II for the remainder of the trip | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 1–3 I LIMA, PERU/CUSCO/SACRED VALLEY/MACHU PICCHU The day after arriving in Lima, fly to Cusco.

Travel through the Urubamba Valley, known as the Sacred Valley of the Inca. On day three, explore the spectacular ruins of Machu Picchu.

Wyndham Costa del Sol and Tambo del Inka Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

Expedition Cruise

Light or Moderate

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader and local guides, will accompany this trip.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered year round.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

DAYS 7–9 I EXPLORING THE GALÁPAGOS Visit Isla Santiago, Isla Santa Cruz, Isla South Plaza, Isla Santa Fe, and Isla Genovesa. Snorkel, swim, kayak, and cruise aboard Zodiacs as you encounter a unique array of wildlife—including Galápagos giant tortoises, sea lions, iguanas, penguins, and parrotfish.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 10–11 I GALÁPAGOS/ GUAYAQUIL/QUITO Spend the night in Guayaquil, or continue on to Quito for an optional two-night extension.

Meal: 1B

An iguana suns itself on Isla Santa Cruz.

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Above: Perched on an Andean mountaintop, Machu Picchu is one of the world’s most celebrated archaeological sites.

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W I L D G A L Á PAG O S E S C A P E

• Experience the wonders of the Galápagos during an enriching week-long trip.

• Witness incredible interactions between animals in their natural habitat.

• Snorkel, and kayak among sea turtles, sea lions, and shimmering fish.

interpretive nature walks, swim, snorkel, or explore by kayak or Zodiac. Listed below is a sample of islands you may visit.* Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D ISLA BARTOLOMÉ: Walk to the top of Bartolomé’s volcanic cone for a stunning view of Pinnacle Rock and the surrounding beaches.

Snorkel among schools of multicolored reef fish.

ISLA RÁBIDA: Snorkel along rocky shores, and spot migratory flamingos and brown pelicans.

ISLA ISABELA: Explore the largest island in the group, home to marine iguanas, sea turtles, the only species of flightless cormorant in the world, and the only penguin species that inhabits the Equator.

DAYS 1–2 I GUAYAQUIL, ECUADOR GALÁPAGOS Fly to Guayaquil, and transfer to your hotel.

The next morning, fly to the Galápagos, and board your ship. Hotel del Parque; National Geographic Islander II for the remainder of the trip | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 3–6 I GALÁPAGOS Your expedition begins, and ends in Isla Baltra.

Each day, you will have the opportunity to go on

ISLA NORTH SEYMOUR: Encounter nesting frigatebirds, plus land and marine iguanas, and enjoy a beautiful coastal walk.

DAYS 7–8 I GUAYAQUIL Disembark, and fly to Guayaquil. Check in to the Hotel del Parque, and return home late tonight or the following day. Tuesday departures of Wild Galápagos Escape (7-day) is one day shorter with four nights aboard the ship in Galápagos.

Meal: 1B

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$6,795

Expedition Cruise

Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Tierney Thys Marine Biologist, Filmmaker Tierney Thys is a filmmaker, TED speaker, and research associate at California Academy of Sciences. Named a National Geographic Emerging Explorer in 2004, she has received numerous grants from the Society for projects including satellite-tracking marine megafauna, and mapping connections between nature and human wellbeing through brain imaging.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered throughout the year.* Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice. *Itineraries vary, and are subject to Galápagos National Park regulations.

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Above: A father and son photograph playful sea lions on a Galápagos beach.

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G A L Á P A G O S V O YA G E

• Explore the Galápagos Islands up close using kayaks, paddleboards, and Zodiacs.

• Join naturalists on walks and snorkeling excursions to observe spectacular wildlife.

• Visit a National Geographic–supported captive breeding program for giant tortoises.

as in-depth exploration. After lunch, you begin your discovery of the islands and their diverse wildlife.

National Geographic Endeavour II through Day 8 | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 3–8 I GALÁPAGOS Itineraries vary, and are subject to Galápagos National Park regulations. All expeditions travel between Isla Baltra and Isla San Cristóbal, and include Isla Santa Cruz and a selection of the islands listed below. Each day, you will have the opportunity to go on walks with naturalists, swim, snorkel, or explore the waters by kayak, paddleboard, Zodiac, or glassbottom boat. Meals: 6B, 6L, 6D

DAY 1 I GUAYAQUIL, ECUADOR Arrive in Guayaquil, and transfer to your hotel.

Hotel Oro Verde Guayaquil DAY 2 I GALÁPAGOS This morning, fly to the Galápagos Islands. This archipelago is a rare wilderness where animals have no instinctive fear of humans. Board your expedition ship, equipped for comfort as well

ISLA BARTOLOMÉ: Stand atop Bartolomé’s volcanic cone for a stunning view of Pinnacle Rock and the surrounding beaches. Swim, or snorkel among schools of multicolored reef fish and, with luck, see Galápagos penguins.

ISLA SANTIAGO: Explore a series of tide pools and underwater caverns in search of Galápagos fur seals, marine iguanas, sea lions, shore birds, and Sally Lightfoot crabs.

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Expedition Cruise

$6,538

Light or Moderate

ISLA SANTA CRUZ: Visit the Charles Darwin Research Station. Then tour the neighboring captive breeding program for endangered Galápagos giant tortoises, run by the Galápagos National Park Directorate and supported by the Lindblad Expeditions–National Geographic Fund. Take a walk through the town of Puerto Ayora before traveling into the highlands to observe, and photograph giant tortoises in the wild.

ISLA ISABELA: The largest Galápagos island is home to marine iguanas, abundant sea turtles, the only species of flightless cormorant in the world, and the only penguin species that inhabits the Equator. Cruise by Zodiac, hike against a backdrop of giant shield volcanoes, and snorkel in the cool waters that often draw whales and dolphins to the area.

ISLA FLOREANA: Hike to a turtle nesting beach and a lagoon that is home to flamingos and other bird species. At Champion Islet, snorkel among sea lions; then visit Post Office Bay, founded by whalers in the 18th century.

If you see a letter addressed to someone who lives near you, the tradition is to deliver it by hand.

Clockwise from above: Sunrays penetrate the waters off Isla Isabela, illuminating a green sea turtle; kayakers explore the waters surrounding Isla Floreana; a blue-footed booby shows off its brilliant turquoise feet; a young guest photographs wildlife in the Galápagos.

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ISLA FERNANDINA: Discover the marine iguana haven of Punta Espinoza as you hike over hardened lava flows, spot Galápagos hawks and sea lion nurseries, and snorkel among sea turtles and penguins in clear blue waters.

ISLA ESPAÑOLA: See swallow-tailed gulls, Española mockingbirds, boobies, and waved albatrosses (seasonally) in this birder’s paradise. Walk among vivid green-andred marine iguanas and unique lava lizards, and observe sea lions up close on a pristine white sand beach.

ISLA GENOVESA: Sail across the Equator to the remote northern realm of the Galápagos, surrounded by warmer tropical waters.

DAYS 9–10 I GUAYAQUIL After breakfast, disembark your ship, and fly to Guayaquil for the final night. Depart the next morning.

Hotel Oro Verde Guayaquil Meal: 2B

N ATIONAL GEO GRAPHIC GLOBAL E X PLORERS PRO GRAM

The National Geographic Global Explorers program invites young travelers to delve into the natural world, and explore like scientists. Developed in conjunction with National Geographic Education, this hands-on, interactive program teaches young travelers how to tell stories of the archipelago’s legendary wildlife with the help of certified field educators. Kids and teens will learn to capture, and share their experiences through photographs, videos, maps, drawings, and more.

Rich Reid Photographer Rich Reid produced an awardwinning documentary film on watershed conservation in California, and uses timelapse multimedia projects to raise awareness about conservation. For National Geographic Adventure assignments, he cycled around Southeast Alaska, and biked, and kayaked, along California’s Gaviota Coast.

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INFORMATION EXPLORE THE GALÁPAGOS AND PERU

This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered throughout the year.* Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Combine your voyage to the Galápagos with an exploration of the cultural treasures of Peru on our 16-day Galápagos and Peru or 11-day Wild Galápagos and Peru Escape expeditions. Visit our website for details.

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*Itineraries vary, and are subject to Galápagos National Park regulations.

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UPPER AMAZON

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• Explore the biodiversity of the Pacaya Samiria National Reserve with naturalists.

• Glide into Amazonian backwaters by kayak or skiff for a look at rainforest ecosystems.

• Glimpse the traditions of the ribereños, indigenous people who live along the river’s edge.

verge to create the famed Amazon. Pacaya Samiria’s “Mirrored Forest” is created by the glassy reflections of the reserve’s waterways during flood season. Explore this remarkable wilderness by skiff, kayak, and—when the water level permits—hikes on dry land. Venture into the rainforest on narrow tributaries. Spot sloths, monkeys, and a variety of birds. Look for the massive paiche fish, rare pink dolphins, and piranhas.

Season permitting, seek out Victoria amazonica, a giant water lily that grows in small lagoons. Go on a bird-watching hike. And after nightfall, explore the forest in a skiff, searching for nocturnal creatures.

DAYS 1–2 I LIMA, PERU/IQUITOS/NAUTA After a night in Lima, fly to Iquitos, and then continue to Nauta. Embark your intimate riverboat, and enjoy locally inspired cuisine for dinner.

Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport Hotel; Delfin II through Day 8 | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

Get to know the ribereños who live on the riverbanks at the reserve’s edge. Hear about sustainable initiatives in education, health, handicraft development, and agro-forestry.

Learn about the medicinal qualities of Amazonian plants. Meals: 6B, 6L, 6D

DAYS 3–8 I PACAYA SAMIRIA NATIONAL RESERVE This pristine swath of jungle stretches more than five million acres, and is bordered by the Marañón and the Ucayali rivers, which con-

DAYS 9–10 I NAUTA/IQUITOS/LIMA Visit the Amazon Rescue Center in Nauta, and the Museo Larco in Lima, where you’ll also enjoy a farewell dinner.

Wyndham Costa del Sol Lima Airport Hotel Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

$8,170

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Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Federico Pardo Photographer, Biologist Colombian filmmaker and photographer Federico Pardo specializes in natural history, environmental, and human stories. He has worked across much of Latin America, covering a wide variety of ecosystems and subjects. His photographs have been exhibited in galleries in Colombia, Mexico, Europe, and the United States, and his documentaries have been screened at film festivals and in media outlets such as National Geographic.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered year round.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website.

Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Travelers glide along a jungle waterway at sundown to spot nocturnal species.

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• Discover the coastal treasures of Colombia, from vibrant villages to dense jungles.

• Transit the Panama Canal, and navigate the waters of the man-made Gatún Lake.

• Get immersed in Indigenous culture in the Panamanian archipelago of Guna Yala.

DAYS 3–4 I PORTOBELO/GUNA YALA Step ashore at the historic town of Portobelo, and explore the town’s 17th- and 18th-century Spanish colonial fortifications. The next day, glide into the Guna Yala Archipelago, and spend the morning in an island village learning about Guna culture and crafts. Snorkel, or paddle around the islands in the afternoon. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 1–2 I PANAMA CITY, PANAMA/ GATÚN LAKE Arrive in Panama City, and transfer to Balboa.

Anchor overnight in Gatún Lake; then disembark on the island of Barro Colorado to visit the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Cruise onward through the historic Panama Canal.

National Geographic Quest for the entire voyage I Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D

Above: A howler monkey peeks out from the canopy.

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DAYS 5–6 I CAPURGANA AND SAPZURRO, COLOMBIA/SANTA CRUZ DE LORICA/ SAN ANTERO/TUCHÍN From the remote villages of Capurgana and Sapzurro, spot wildlife on a jungle walk, or hike back into Panama to a beautiful beach. Kayak, or paddleboard in a sheltered bay, and catch the sunset in Capurgana. Venture to the charming riverside town of Santa Cruz de Lorica, influenced by many world cultures. Cruise through the San Bernardo Archipelago to San Antero, and learn about Indigenous culture in the village of Tuchín. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 7–8 I SANGUARE NATURAL RESERVE/CISPATÁ BAY/CARTAGENA Explore the tropical dry forests, coastal lagoons, and sea grass beds of Sanguare Natural Reserve. In the late afternoon, cruise Cispatá Bay, spotting wildlife when it’s most active. The next day, disembark in Cartagena, and fly home. Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

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$6,545

Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Rosa Vásquez Espinoza Chemical Biologist, Conservationist Dr. Vásquez Espinoza travels to the most extreme environments on the planet searching for the tiniest creatures to create big change in the world. She connects the micro-to-macro worlds to nourish our appreciation for biodiversity, including the miniature lifeforms that sustain life on Earth.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in October, and November.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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B E S T O F C H I L E A N PATA G O N I A : FJ O R D S , G L AC I E R S , A N D TO R R E S D E L PA I N E

• See a panorama of Patagonia’s natural wonders, from glacier-cut fjords to soaring peaks.

• Discover the spectacular wilds of Torres del Paine National Park by foot and on horseback.

• Enjoy special access to Staten Island and the Karukinka Natural Park in Tierra del Fuego.

of Torres del Paine National Park. Tailor your exploration of the park’s peaks, lakes, and glaciers to your interests, choosing from excursions that range from hiking to horseback riding. Depart for Puerto Natales to embark the ship.

Tierra Patagonia Hotel & Spa or similar; National Geographic Resolution for the remainder of the voyage I Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D

DAYS 1–3 I U.S./SANTIAGO, CHILE/ PUERTO NATALES Fly overnight to Santiago, and explore the city with a guide. The next day, fly to Punta Arenas; then drive to Puerto Natales. Mandarin Oriental or similar; Hotel Singular or similar Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 4–7 I TORRES DEL PAINE NATIONAL PARK/PUERTO NATALES Spend three days discovering the rugged wilds

DAYS 8–12 I CHILEAN FJORDS/TIERRA DEL FUEGO/BEAGLE CHANNEL Cruise the Chilean coastline, spotting elephant seals, and other wildlife as you explore the fjords by Zodiac, kayak, and on foot. Discover Tierra del Fuego, and enjoy special access to Karukinka Natural Park, home to black-browed albatrosses and condors; then transit the Beagle Channel. Weather permitting, take Zodiacs ashore for a panoramic view of this windswept landscape and the wild seas that stretch beyond the shore. Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D DAYS 13–16 I STATEN ISLAND, ARGENTINA/ USHUAIA/SANTIAGO, CHILE/U.S. By special permission, visit the extraordinary Staten Island (Isla de los Estados) to spot penguins, fur seals, and sea lions. Disembark in Ushuaia, and fly to Santiago to connect with your overnight flight home. Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

Above: A lone guanaco looks out over snowy peaks in Torres del Paine National Park.

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$22,080

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Light or Moderate

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader and local guides, will accompany this trip.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in March.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.

ANOTHER WAY TO EXPLORE

Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Argentina’s Staten Island 12 DAYS | FROM $13,580 This expedition is offered in March, and October.

Explore the region on a shorter, 12–day voyage aboard the National Geographic Explorer or the National Geographic Resolution.

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PA S S A G E T H R O U G H E G Y P T A B OA R D O B E R O I P H I L A E • Go inside the Great Pyramid, including to the Grand Gallery and to the burial chamber of Khufu.

• Venture into the tomb of Tutankhamun in the Valley of the Kings.

• Explore the exquisite Luxor Temple, guarded by massive statues of Ramses II. including the Muhammad Ali Mosque. Browse the bustling Khan el Khalili bazaar.

The St. Regis Cairo | Meals: 3B, 3L, 2D DAYS 5–8 I LUXOR/DENDERA/SAILING THE NILE/WEST BANK/ESNA In Luxor, tour Karnak Temple Complex and the Luxor Museum, containing some of Egypt’s finest statuary. Explore the remote temple of Dendera and the exquisite Luxor Temple. Cross the Nile to the fabled West Bank and Valley of the Kings, the burial ground to Egypt’s greatest pharaohs. Visit the Temple of Khnum, which lies beneath the contemporary town of Esna.

Oberoi Philae for remainder of the voyage | Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D

DAYS 1–4 I CAIRO, EGYPT/SAQQARA/ ISLAMIC CAIRO Explore some of the most iconic and mysterious destinations in Egypt: the Pyramids and Sphinx complex in Giza. Tour the National Museum of Egyptian Culture and the Grand Egyptian Museum or Museum of Egyptian Antiquities. Travel to Saqqara, home of the Step Pyramid of Djoser and the mastaba of Mereruka. See some of Cairo’s greatest architecture and monuments to Islam, Above: Fishing boats await dawn on the Nile River.

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DAYS 9–12 I KOM OMBO/ASWAN/ABU SIMBEL/CAIRO Visit the Temple of Kom Ombo before continuing along the Nile to Aswan. Learn about Nubian history and culture of Upper Egypt at the Nubian Museum. Explore the Temple of Isis on the island of Philae. Enjoy a relaxing sail on a traditional felucca. Fly to the remarkable site of Abu Simbel, on an island in Lake Nasser, and its two temples: one dedicated to Ramses II’s victory at Kadesh, and one dedicated to his beloved Queen Nefertari.

InterContinental Citystars Hotel on Day 11 | Meals: 4B, 3L, 3D

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$13,878

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Light or Moderate

Egyptologists and a photo instructor will accompany this trip.

Nora Shawki Archaeologist Egyptian-born Nora Shawki is a National Geographic Explorer who has been excavating ancient sites in the Nile Delta for seven years. She served as a field archaeologist at sites throughout Egypt and northern Sudan, and now directs her own excavation at satellite sites in the Delta. Nora was a 2015 National Geographic Young Explorer grantee.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in January, February, March, September, October, November, and December.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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C O A S TA L N E W Z E A L A N D : A V OYA G E T H R O U G H S C E N I C FJ O R D S , M Ā O R I H I S T O RY, A N D A B U N D A N T W I L D L I F E

• Explore three phenomenal fjords: Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, and Dusky Sound.

• Delve into the rich culture of the Māori on a visit to the Waitangi Treaty Grounds.

• See little blue penguins on the Otago Peninsula, and explore the stunning Abel Tasman National Park, renowned for its golden sand beaches and rugged granite cliffs. a wine tour and tasting. In the art deco capital of Napier, take an architecture tour, or go on a birding safari.

The Cordis Auckland (or similar); National Geographic Orion for the entire voyage Meals: 6B, 6L, 6D

DAYS 1–7 I NORTH ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND Arrive in Auckland after an overnight flight, and discover the city sights on a guided tour.

Embark the ship, and voyage to the Bay of Islands to learn about Māori culture, and visit the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Go hiking on Great Barrier Island, spend a day exploring the wild North Island coast, and visit the marvelous arboretum in Gisborne before

DAYS 8–14 I SOUTH ISLAND Cross the Cook Strait, and explore the many islands and golden beaches of Abel Tasman National Park or Marlborough Sounds. Over the course of two days, you'll explore Dusky and Milford Sounds in Fiordland National Park, home to 14 individual fjords. Here you'll discover towering waterfalls and snowcapped peaks. Spend a day at sea getting to know your fellow travelers as you scout for local wildlife, and attend briefings and lectures from our staff.

Venture into prehistoric podocarp forests on Stewart Island and watch for native birds like the weka and kākā in the rainforests of Ulva Island. Disembark, and transfer to Dunedin for your flight home.

Meals: 7B, 7L, 6D

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$18,022

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Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Krista Rossow Photographer Krista Rossow was a photo editor at National Geographic Traveler magazine, and shot feature stories as a contributing photographer for Traveler in South Africa, Costa Rica, New Zealand, Japan, and beyond. Krista judges Instagram contests for @NatGeoTravel and photo edits for National Geographic Books.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in January, October, and November.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Waterfalls empty into Doubtful Sound on a misty morning.

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• Hike, and kayak in Abel Tasman National Park, where rainforests stretch to the beach.

• Spend two days amid waterfalls, dramatic peaks, and wildlife on Milford and Dusky Sounds.

• Explore New Zealand’s wild and remote subantarctic islands, home to millions of penguins.

DAYS 7–11 I SOUTH ISLAND/SNARES ISLANDS In Abel Tasman National Park, hike through the rainforest with naturalists, and swim or kayak in pristine bays. After a day at sea, arrive in Fiordland National Park, plus enjoy two days among the dramatic scenery and wildlife of the spectacular Milford and Dusky Sounds. Continue south to the Snares Islands, which harbor endemic flora and fauna plus 99 bird species.

Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D

DAYS 1–6 I NORTH ISLAND, NEW ZEALAND Arrive in Auckland, and take a guided city tour.

Embark the ship, and trace the coast, watching for wildlife and stopping to explore by Zodiac and kayak. In bicultural Gisborne, visit the acclaimed Eastwoodhill Arboretum, and enjoy a wine tour and tasting. Encounter art deco gems on an architectural tour of Napier, or go on a birding safari. The Cordis Auckland; National Geographic Orion for the entire voyage Meals: 5B, 5L, 5D

DAYS 12–20 I SUBANTARCTIC ISLANDS/ STEWART ISLAND/DUNEDIN Spend several incredible days exploring New Zealand and Australia’s protected subantarctic islands, part of a vast World Heritage–listed marine landscape. By special permission, venture to the Auckland Islands to see a myriad of wildlife, albatrosses, and World War II relics; cruise Zodiacs along the shores of wild Enderby Island; and look for four penguin species on Australia’s Macquarie Island. On the return north, learn about Maori mythology on Stewart Island, and look for melodic Parson’s Bird on Ulva Island. Disembark in Dunedin, and transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Meals: 9B, 8L, 8D

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$28,672

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Light or Moderate

An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a team of naturalists will accompany this trip.

Michaela Skovranova Photographer Michaela Skovranova is a nature and underwater photographer whose assignments have taken her from the remote Kimberley to the underwater world of Antarctica. She has covered corals and Great Barrier Reef restoration for National Geographic, and completed the first underwater live video for National Geographic’s “Planet or Plastic” campaign.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in November, and December Visit website for complete details and dates.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

A colony of King Penguins gathers on Australia’s Macquarie Island.

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• Watch the traditional Rom dance on Ambrym.

• Spot rare and colorful birds, and flowers, on Fiji’s spectacular “garden island,” Taveuni.

• Paddle a kayak or paddleboard in lagoons, and snorkel among vibrant reefs in Fiji.

containing the skulls and bones of ancient chiefs. On Vanuatu’s main island of Espiritu Santo, dive down to the wreck of a WWII troop carrier, or visit the Matevulu Blue Hole. On Ambrym, witness a traditional Rom dance, a ritual involving masks and elaborate costumes representing spirits.

Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D DAYS 9–12 I MOSO ISLAND/TANNA/AT SEA/BEQA, FIJI Snorkel among pristine soft and hard coral, reef fish, and eagle rays in the waters off of Moso. On Tanna, visit with the town’s friendly community, and learn about local customs and everyday life. Then it’s on to Fiji, a Melanesian archipelago of more than 300 volcanic islands— including the lush island of Beqa.

Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D DAYS 1–4 I BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA/ HONIARA, SOLOMON ISLANDS From Brisbane, fly to Honiara for a tour of sites associated with the WWII Battle of Guadalcanal— including the hills above the city, where some of the fiercest battles took place.

Hyatt Regency or similar; National Geographic Orion for the remainder of the trip I Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 5–8 I OWARAHA ISLAND/AT SEA/ ESPIRITU SANTO, VANUATU/AMBRYM On the isle of Owaraha, visit “spirit houses”

DAYS 13–15 I TAVEUNI/KADAVU ISLAND/ LAUTOKA/NADI Cross the Koro Sea to Taveuni, known for its rich flora and fauna—including several species found nowhere else in the world. Discover the waterfalls of Bouma National Heritage Park.

Spend time with the local people in the village of Waitabu. And on your final day in the South Pacific, join the ship’s naturalists for a scenic hike on the islands of Kadavu.

Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa or similar Meals: 3B, 3L, 2D

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Light or Moderate

A diverse expedition team, including an Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and local naturalists will accompany this trip.

Jonathan Kingston Photographer Jonathan Kingston travels to remote corners of the natural world to photograph life on the edge—from vibrant tribal dances to underwater archaeological expeditions, to climbers scaling cliffs. His work has appeared in National Geographic, The New York Times, and elsewhere.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in January, February, and April.

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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Above: Festooned with shells and local flora, the islanders of Owaraha put on a traditional welcome dance.

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• Visit Marae Taputapuatea, a UNESCO World Heritage site on Ra’iatea.

• Snorkel or dive the reef of one of Fiji's healthiest marine parks.

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• Snorkel or dive the reefs and lagoons of Rangiroa, the largest atoll in the Tuamotu Archipelago.

• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Marae Taputapuatea on Ra’iatea.

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On this epic voyage, you will discover the gem-like isles of Polynesia as you journey from Tahiti’s emerald peaks to the vibrant reefs of Fiji. Along the way, explore tropical islands and atolls that very few have ever visited. Hop from one island paradise to the next, snorkeling or diving among colorful reefs, swimming in exquisite lagoons, and kayaking or paddleboarding among tiny islets. Visit the rustic, tiny island nation of Wallis and Futuna, a difficult-to-reach French territory. And experience genuine Polynesian hospitality in Samoa and at a traditional kava ceremony in Fiji.

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Escape to French Polynesia where you can experience the best of these breathtakingly beautiful islands during a spectacular seven-day voyage aboard the National Geographic Orion. As you make your way from the coral atolls of the Tuamotu Archipelago to the jungle-covered peaks of Bora Bora, you’ll explore the natural wonders of the islands, and get to know their ancient cultures. Along the way, you’ll snorkel and dive among incredibly diverse marine life on pristine reefs, swim and stand-up paddleboard in impossibly turquoise lagoons, and visit modern-day villages and ancient sites for a glimpse into everyday life in this farflung French territory.

INFORMATION These trips are operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: These expeditions are offered in January, February, March, and April.

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Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal air cost may be required and not included in price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

Above from left: Wainibau Waterfall, a highlight of the Lavena Coastal Walk on Fiji’s Taveuni Island; Humpback red snapper dart among the coral off Rangiroa in French Polynesia.

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RIVER CRUISES Operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways™, these voyages offer travelers the opportunity to enjoy world-class amenities while sailing down some of Europe’s most fabled rivers. Each ship accommodates up to 156 passengers in spacious cabins with balconies, and offers numerous dining options plus inviting decks and lounges. As you make your way along legendary rivers like the Danube and the Rhine, choose from a wide range of guided excursions every day, from hikes and bike rides to culinary tours, and in-depth experiences that focus on the natural world, culture, or history. A National Geographic Expert and Photography Expert accompany each voyage to share insights on the region you’re exploring, and help you capture your experience in photographs.

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• Savor Central European holiday traditions on a cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg.

• Explore lesser known Christmas markets set within historic palaces in Vienna and Salzburg.

village on foot. Go behind-the-scenes at the Museum of Natural History with a National Geographic grantee, or take a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace, and visit its intimate Christmas market. Attend a classical concert, or visit the Rathausplatz Christmas market in the evening. Spend a day in the gorgeous Wachau Valley, and discover Melk Abbey with a guide.

Enjoy caroling over cocktails and a classical music performance after dinner.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 1–2 I BUDAPEST, HUNGARY Arrive in Budapest, and settle into your cabin before a Hungarian folklore performance.

Set out on a tour of the twin cities of Buda and Pest, and venture to the city’s renowned Christmas markets. Take to the Danube in the afternoon.

AmaLea I Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D DAYS 3–4 I VIENNA, AUSTRIA/ WACHAU VALLEY Explore Vienna and its charming Christmas

DAY 5 I PASSAU, GERMANY/ SALZBURG, AUSTRIA Take a walking tour of historic Passau, or choose a full-day excursion to Salzburg, including the Christmas markets at Mirabell Palace and Hellbrunn Palace. Sit down to a special dinner followed by an Austrian folklore performance.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 6–8 I REGENSBURG, GERMANY NUREMBURG Take a guided walking tour of medieval Regensburg and its Christmas markets, or see handicrafts at the Thurn and Taxis Christmas market. Then explore the walled city of Nuremburg, including the castle and Christkindlesmarkt, or sample beer and bratwurst on a Franconian tasting tour. Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

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A National Geographic Expert, a Photography Expert, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Teresa Fisher Photographer Teresa Fisher is a travel writer who has lived and worked in Germany, Ireland, Italy, Switzerland, Taiwan, and England. She has penned more than 30 guidebooks and children’s books for National Geographic Traveler, Lonely Planet, Frommer’s, Fodor’s, and others. Her stories have taken her around the globe, documenting wildlife, cities, and culture from Guyana to Finland.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways.

Dates: This expedition is offered in December.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. The itineraries are for informational purposes only, and are subject to change at any time without notice.

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Above: Aglow with golden light, the 14th-century Church of Our Lady presides over the Christmas market in Nuremberg’s main square.

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HOLLAND AND BELGIUM IN SPRINGTIME BY RIVER CRUISE

• Explore Amsterdam, Antwerp, and Ghent with National Geographic Experts.

• Visit the World Heritage–listed Kinderdijk windmills and the remarkable Delta Works.

• Attend a chocolate-making workshop in Ghent and a flower show in Antwerp.

a freshwater lake in North Holland, Hoorn was once a base of the Dutch East India Company. .

Tour the city and the Zuiderzee Museum, or visit a tulip farm to learn about the cultivation and trade of this beloved flower. Alternatively, explore Hoorn by bike, and then pedal into the countryside to see windmills and timeless villages. Return to the ship for lunch and enjoy an afternoon of cruising. Attend talks by our experts and afternoon tea as we make our way along peaceful waterways.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS Arrive in Amsterdam and board the ship this afternoon. Meet our National Geographic Experts at a welcome reception and dinner tonight.

AmaMora or AmaCerto for the entire voyage Meal: 1D DAY 2 I AMSTERDAM /HOORN Enjoy a scenic cruise to Hoorn, where you have a choice of four excursions. Located on what is now

DAY 3 I MIDDELBURG, NETHERLANDS After enjoying a scenic cruise through the Delta, you can explore medieval Middelburg, which was the second largest trading city of the Dutch East India Company. Or, if you feel like exploring the city on two wheels, a guided bike ride is the perfect choice. Alternatively, you may discover the intriguing history on how the Delta Works, a unique storm surge barrier, came to be while visiting the Flood Museum. More than half of the Netherlands lies below sea level and the Delta Works were built to prevent a recurrence of the 1953 flood disaster.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

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DAY 4 I GHENT, BELGIUM/BRUGGE Step ashore in Ghent, a medieval manufacturing center that was once one of Europe’s wealthiest cities. Choose a walking tour of this canal-lined World Heritage site followed by a chocolate workshop at a renowned chocolaterie. Or take a half-day tour of Ghent and then travel to Brugge for the afternoon and explore its narrow cobbled lanes, canals, and grand squares lined with magnificent medieval architecture.

Alternatively, spend the entire day in Brugge with a free afternoon to discover the town on your own.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 5 I ANTWERP, BELGIUM Enter Belgium and dock in vibrant Antwerp, where art, fashion, and diamonds meet stunning medieval and Renaissance architecture. Take a walking tour of the old city; admire the architecture of the Cogels Osylei on a bike tour; or visit the Rubenshuis museum, the home of 17th-century artist Peter Paul Rubens. In the afternoon, taste Belgian specialties, including waffles, chocolate, and beer; or see the annual Floralia flower show at Groot-Bijgaarden Castle, home to more than a million tulips. This evening, savor a classical music performance on board.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

Clockwise from above: Traditional Dutch windmills preside over a scenic canal in Holland; bicycles and blooms cling to a bridge over one of Amsterdam's canals; a canal carves through the heart of medieval Brugge, Belgium; Antwerp’s Grote Market was once a thriving center of European trade.

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DAY 6 I ROTTERDAM, NETHERLANDS/KINDERDIJK Hear a talk by our expert as we sail to Rotterdam, where you’ll choose from a range of activities. Focus on the city’s futuristic architecture on a walking tour, and stop in at Market Hall to sample local cheeses. Visit the historic Delfshaven district, one of the few neighborhoods spared from bombing during World War II. Learn about the famous blue-and white pottery of Delft on a visit to a factory and museum, or take a bike tour. In the afternoon, discover the 19 windmills of UNESCO World Heritage–designated Kinderdijk. Visit the site by electric boat and on foot, or set off on a guided bike ride.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 7–8 I AMSTERDAM One of the most impressive public gardens in the world, Keukenhof, presents a spectacular display of millions of flowering tulips spread out over 70 acres. Spend time ambling through this legendary garden, open only nine weeks a year and sometimes referred to as the "Garden of Europe." Later in the day, admire Amsterdam’s historic harbor and canals, where you’ll see beautiful homes lining the water and the

fabled Skinny Bridge. Celebrate our trip together at a farewell reception and dinner hosted by the captain tonight. After breakfast the next morning, disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

A National Geographic Expert, a Photography Expert, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Sisse Brimberg Photographer Denmark native Sisse Brimberg has produced more than 30 stories for National Geographic magazine, covering everything from Vikings to the global flower trade. Sisse won first prize for "Picture Story of the Year" from the National Press Photographers Association for her story on migrant workers.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways.

Dates: This expedition is offered in April.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars, and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only, and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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P R I VAT E JET Set off on an extraordinary adventure, experiencing fascinating places as far-flung as Borneo and South Africa. Or experience an array of fascinating archipelagos with our new Oceans and Islands of the World by Private Jet. You’ll explore with a team of National Geographic Experts—including a National Geographic Photography Expert—and be treated to a feast of knowledge, discovering the history, ecology, art, and music of diverse places. Stay in some of the world’s finest accommodations, enjoy private tours and specially arranged cultural experiences, and travel in the comfort of a private jet that has been VIP-configured for 44 to 75 travelers.

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• Go flightseeing over the Milford Sound and the Kimberley, and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef.

• Learn about ancient Indigenous cultures in Rotorua and on a tour of sacred Uluru.

• Encounter kangaroos, kiwis, and Tasmanian devils with local wildlife experts.

DAYS 6–13 I MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA/ HOBART/ADELAIDE/ULURU In Melbourne, choose from morning activities such as a river cruise, architecture walk, or sports tour. Cruise to Phillip Island to see the sunset “penguin parade” as they return to their burrows.

In Hobart, hear real-life accounts of female convicts from the 1800s at the Cascades Female Factory. Encounter Tasmanian devils at Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary. See kangaroos, emus, and more at the Cleland Wildlife Park near Adelaide.

Then visit Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to experience the sacred rock of Uluru.

Meals: 8B, 8L, 8D DAYS 1–5 I QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND/ ROTORUA/NAPIER Start with an exhilarating jet boat ride on the Shotover River. Then take to the skies for a charter helicopter ride, soaring over mountains and Milford Sound. Rotorua, a city built partially upon geothermal land on North Island, is considered sacred by the indigenous Maori people. Here, learn about this ancient culture and their connection to nature. In Napier, stay on a working sheep and cattle farm.

Meals: 4B, 5L, 5D

Above: Aerial view of Queenstown, New Zealand

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Board a seaplane for a short flight to the Kimberley for a fast boat adventure through Horizontal Falls, and a chance to see sharks and crocodiles up close.

Choose to explore the lush Daintree Rainforest and Cooper Creek one day; then take a snorkel cruise of the magnificent Great Barrier Reef on another day. Your visit to Sydney begins with a private charter cruise around Sydney Harbour. Later, explore the city’s historic Rocks district, as well as tour the legendary Sydney Opera House.

Meals: 7B, 6L, 6D

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YO U R E X P E D I T I O N T E A M A team of National Geographic Experts will accompany this expedition: From top, author and editor Kennedy Warne has written 14 stories for National Geographic, including four on New Zealand; and photographer Jason Edwards, winner of the Australian Geographic Society's Pursuit of Excellence Award.

INFORMATION 2025 Dates: May 1–20 *Price is per person, double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Transportation by private Airbus A319 and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to Queenstown, New Zealand and return from Sydney, Australia are not included in the cost. This trip will be operated by National Geographic Expeditions, on flights operated by Skytraders. For Terms and Conditions and OperatorParticipant Contract, visit https://www.nationalgeographic.com /expeditions/terms/private-jet/australia-new-zealand-privatejet-may-2025/.

An Airbus A319 jet has been specially outfitted for this incredible expedition. The jet’s interior has been refitted to accommodate 44 guest travelers in two-by-two, VIP-style seats.

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• Embark on a globe-trotting expedition to more than 10 UNESCO World Heritage sites.

• Meet National Geographic–supported archaeologists, biologists, and artisans in the field.

• Immerse yourself in local cultures from the native Andeans of Peru to the Amazigh of Morocco.

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of Viseisei. Then visit the Sleeping Giant Orchid Gardens, a vast botanical park that is home to more than 2,000 varieties of orchids.

Fiji Sheraton Beach and Golf Resort or InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa, an IHG Hotel I Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAY 1 I WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S. Your extraordinary adventure begins with a welcome dinner with experts, staff, and fellow travelers at your historic hotel, just steps from the White House.

The Hay-Adams I Meal: 1D DAYS 2–4 I CUSCO AND MACHU PICCHU OR TRUJILLO, PERU Fly to Lima, where you'll board a local charter flight to Cusco—the gateway to Peru’s Inca heartland. Spend a day exploring Machu Picchu.

Examine the site’s breathtakingly precise stone architecture, and learn about the Inca’s innovative engineering feats. Alternatively, visit the historic city of Trujillo, the second

oldest Spanish city in Peru.

Belmond Palacio Nazarenas (Peru) or Costa del Sol Wyndham Trujillo, or Belmond Miraflores Park Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 5–6 I EASTER ISLAND, CHILE Explore the island’s ancient ruins, and delve into the mystery surrounding its colossal moai statues. Visit the stone village of Orongo, the ceremonial center of the island’s intriguing Birdman cult, which was defined by a treacherous annual competition to retrieve a rare egg. Nayara Hangaroa I Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 7–8 I CROSS THE INTERNATIONAL DATE LINE/FIJI Enjoy a Nadi heritage tour of the historic town

DAYS 9–10 I GREAT BARRIER REEF OR DAINTREE RAINFOREST, AUSTRALIA Explore the Great Barrier Reef—spanning more than 1,200 miles of islands, submerged reefs, and vast expanses of coral. Or discover the natural wonders of the Daintree Rainforest— estimated to be 180 million years old.

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas or Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort and Spa I Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 11–12 I ANGKOR OR BENG MEALEA, CAMBODIA Explore Angkor’s vast temple complex, one of civilization’s greatest architectural achievements. Or take an excursion to the lost jungle temple of Beng Mealea. In the evening, enjoy traditional Cambodian music, and dance during a private dinner.

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor I Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

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Angkor Wat provides an inspiring backdrop for two contemplative Buddhist monks; a safari vehicle roams the Serengeti; a stone carving stands guard on Easter Island; and the Taj Mahal rises majestically.

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DAYS 13–15 I KATHMANDU, NEPAL AND PARO, BHUTAN Visit Bodhnath, Nepal’s largest stupa, and the medieval city of Bhaktapur. In Paro, meet monks at the fortified monastery of Paro Dzong. Opt for a hike up to the legendary Tiger’s Nest Temple. Or travel to Thimphu to see one of the largest sitting Buddhas in the world.

Dwarika’s Hotel; Zhiwa Ling Heritage or COMO Uma Paro I Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 16–17 I TAJ MAHAL, AGRA, INDIA Take a guided tour of the Taj Mahal, the most iconic site in all of India. Explore the sandstone Agra Fort, a maze of palaces, courtyards, mosques, and private chambers.

Visit the exquisite tomb of Itimad-udDaulah—also referred to as the “baby Taj”— or the tomb of Akbar.

The Oberoi Amarvilas I Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 18–19 I SERENGETI PLAIN OR NGORONGORO CRATER, TANZANIA Go on safari in Serengeti National Park in search of the "big five"— rhinoceros, lions, leopards, elephants, and Cape buffalo. Head out across the savanna on game drives to witness Africa’s greatest concentration of wildebeests and zebras.

Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti;

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andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge or Nomad Entamanu, or Ngorongoro Lodge member of Meliá Collection I Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 20–21 I PETRA, JORDAN Explore royal tombs and temples that were chiseled from rock some 2,000 years ago.

Encounter members of the local Bedouin community, nomadic Arabs who have inhabited the deserts of the Middle East and North Africa for centuries.

Mövenpick Resort Petra I Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 22–23 I MARRAKECH, MOROCCO Examine historic Moroccan architecture at the 14th-century Ben Youssef Madrasa and the Koutoubia Mosque. Venture further into the labyrinthine streets of the medina— a World Heritage site lined with market stalls and craftspeople.

La Mamounia I Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 24 I WASHINGTON, D.C., U.S. Following breakfast, fly by private jet to Washington, D.C. Connect with your commercial flight home; or, if you wish, complimentary accommodations will be provided at the Hyatt Regency Dulles for the night.

Meal: 1B

A National Geographic Expert, a Photography Expert, and local guides will accompany this trip.

William Saturno Archaeologist National Geographic Explorer William Saturno is an archaeologist and storyteller who specializes in early civilizations and the politics of empires. A former NASA research scientist, he has conducted fieldwork around the globe.

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INFORMATION Dates: See our website for available dates.

Price is per person, double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Transportation by private Boeing 757 and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to and from Washington, D.C. is not included in the cost. For your protection and peace of mind, all payments are protected by a surety bond. This trip will be operated by National Geographic Expeditions, on flights operated by Icelandair.

For Terms and Conditions and Operator-Participant Contract, visit natgeoexpeditions.com/privatejetterms.

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• Encounter vibrant island traditions, dazzling reefs, and diverse wildlife as you fly from Bora Bora to Sri Lanka to Malta.

• Soak up the rhythms and colors of island life at lively markets and artisan workshops.

• Stroll along the white-sand shores of some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

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sculpture park tour, a food and wine tour, or a Stony Batter Tunnels tour. In Auckland, take a walking tour of the city, visit the Auckland Museum, enjoy an America’s Cup sailing experience, and more.

Park Hyatt Auckland | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 9–11 I ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA In Adelaide, visit the South Australia Museum with an Aboriginal Guide, tour the Adelaide Botanical Gardens, and visit the Cleland Wildlife Park to see kangaroos, koalas, and emus.

Mayfair Hotel | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAY 1 I HONOLULU, HAWAI’I, U.S. Meet experts, staff, and fellow travelers in Hawai’i for a welcome dinner before boarding the private jet for Bora Bora.

Four Seasons Resort O‘ahu at Ko Olina | Meal: 1D DAYS 2–4 I BORA BORA, FRENCH POLYNESIA Explore the island on a guided hike through its forested hills, or on a snorkeling excursion to

vibrant coral reefs. Alternatively, cruise along white-sand shores, or go on a full-day cruise around the island.

Conrad Bora Bora Nui | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 5–8 I CROSS THE INTERNATIONAL DATE LINE/AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND Enjoy a traditional Maori performance on arrival to Auckland. Choose from a variety of fascinating tours on Waiheke Island, including a Connells Bay

DAYS 12–13 I PALAU Snorkel among emerald islets in the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Rock Islands. Explore the nearby reefs, and learn about traditional canoe culture. Hike through lush forests, and meet Palauan people who strive to honor and protect their natural heritage.

Palau Pacific Resort | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 14–15 I BALI, INDONESIA Experience the tranquility of magical Bali. Head into the mountains to explore Ubud, and watch artisans at work creating the island’s famous textiles and handicrafts. Stop in at a jewelrymaking studio. Set out on a tour of the island to

Clockwise from above: Villas in Bora Bora; a mother kangaroo in Australia; rice terrace in Bali; Sri Lanka’s ancient stone fortress of Sigiriya.

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explore its treasures, from scenic bamboo forests to sweeping paddies to fascinating temples.

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 16–18 I SRI LANKA Choose from a selection of daily activities, including: an early morning birding walk; an excursion to the Golden Temple of Dambulla; a visit to the royal city of Sigiriya, built in the 5th century; or a tour of a tea plantation. End your visit to Sri Lanka with a gala dinner featuring dances, rituals, and a cultural marketplace.

Jetwing Vil Uyana and Water Garden Sigiriya Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 19–20 I SEYCHELLES Scattered across the azure waters of the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles Archipelago boasts an exceptionally diverse ecosystem with many endemic species. Enjoy a catamaran excursion to Praslin and La Digue. At La Digue, spend time on the island of L’Union Estate, followed by a visit to Anse Source d’Argent. At Praslin, visit the National Park, and relax on Anse Lazio Beach.

Four Seasons Resort Seychelles | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 21–22 I ZIGHY BAY, OMAN Fly to the Arabian Peninsula to visit the beachside villages in Zighy Bay. Your choice of

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activities includes a cultural journey to understand the secret way of life for Omani women in the Dibba village; a trip to nearby Sabatyn plateau for exploration of local towns; a tour of modern landmarks in Dibba; a cruise around the Gulf of Oman on a traditional dhow fishing boat, or snorkeling in the bay.

Six Senses Zighy Bay | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 23–25 I MALTA; WASHINGTON, D.C. In Malta, take an after-hours tour of St. John’s Co-Cathedral and meet a real Knight of Malta.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hagar Qim Temples, and the historic town of Birgu. Or take an optional tour of Malta War Museum, and boat tour of the grand harbor. In Mdina, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner to mark the conclusion of your trip. The next day, fly by private jet back to Washington, D.C., where you’ll have the option of an overnight stay at a hotel near the airport.

The Phoenicia and Hyatt Regency Dulles Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

A National Geographic Expert, a Photography Expert, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Tierney Thys Marine Biologist, Filmmaker Tierney Thys is a filmmaker, TED speaker, and research associate at California Academy of Sciences. Named a National Geographic Emerging Explorer in 2004, she has received numerous grants from the Society for projects including satellite-tracking marine megafauna.

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INFORMATION 2025 Dates: April 21–May 15 *Price is per person, double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Transportation by private Boeing 757 and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to Honolulu, Hawai‘i and return from Washington, D.C. are not included in the cost. For your protection and peace of mind, all payments are protected by a surety bond.

This trip will be operated by National Geographic Expeditions, on flights operated by Icelandair. For Terms and Conditions and Operator-Participant Contract, visit https://www.nationalgeographic.com/content/expeditions/us/en/terms/private-jet/oceans-islands-of-the-world-private-jet-april-2025.html.

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W I L D L I F E O F T H E WO R L D B Y P R I VAT E J E T

• Seek out orangutans in Borneo, lemurs in Madagascar, and marine life in the Maldives.

• Observe gorillas in Rwanda, and track Bengal tigers in India’s Ranthambore National Park.

• Spot legendary creatures on safari in the wildlife reserves of Sri Lanka and South Africa.

by boat with naturalist guides, and venture into the rainforest on foot to search for orangutans, gibbons, proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, and a range of rare birds.

Sabah Hotel; Kinabatangan Wetlands Resort or Sukau Rainforest Lodge | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–2 I SINGAPORE Visit the Singapore Zoo, internationally recognized for its conservation efforts, including a successful orangutan breeding program. Then experience the breathtaking Gardens by the Bay, where futuristic architecture showcases an incredible diversity of botanical species.

The Fullerton Bay Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 3–5 I BORNEO, MALAYSIA Encounter rescued Malayan sun bears at the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre and continue to the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre to observe orangutans, and learn about efforts to protect them. Explore jungle waterways

DAY 6 I JAIPUR, INDIA Set out to explore Jaipur, the “pink city,” where sauntering camels share the road with rickshaws, and majestic, rose-colored monuments overlook bustling bazaars. Visit the 16th-century Amber Fort, the historic seat of Jaipur’s Rajput rulers. Or take a drive through old Jaipur to see the city’s pink sandstone walls and many beautiful gates; marvel at the honeycomb façade of the Hawa Mahal, or the Palace of the Winds; and discover the magnificent City Palace.

Rambagh Palace | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 7–8 I RANTHAMBHORE NATIONAL PARK, INDIA Explore Ranthambore National Park, once the private hunting ground of the maharajas and now a protected habitat for the endangered Bengal tiger.

Set out in search of leopards, sloth bears, and the sambar, Asia’s largest species of deer.

The Oberoi Vanyavilas Wildlife Resort, Aman-iKhas, or Sujan Sher Bagh | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

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DAYS 9–11 I YALA NATIONAL PARK AND BUNDALA NATIONAL PARK, SRI LANKA In Yala National Park, seek out elephants, leopards, sloth bears, spotted deer, peacocks, and some 200 bird species. Then venture to the coastal wetlands of Bundala National Park to see a plethora of migratory and resident birds, and perhaps a crocodile basking in the shallows.

Wild Coast Tented Lodge or Uga Chena Huts Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 12–14 I MALÉ, MALDIVES Made up of some 1,200 coral islands and protected by barrier reefs, the Maldives stretch across more than 500 miles of ocean just south of India. You’ll stay on one of these spectacular coral isles and spend your time discovering extraordinary marine habitats and getting acquainted with local culture.

Ozen Reserve Bolifushi | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 15–16 I NOSY BE, MADAGASCAR Fly to Nosy Be, a stunning island off the northwestern coast. Cruise to Lokobe Reserve for a hike in the lowland rainforests, home to black lemurs and Nosy Be panther chameleons. Or sail by catamaran to Nosy Tanikely to explore the island’s diverse flora and fauna, and go snorkeling

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Paula Kahumbu Conservationist

among vibrant reefs. Visit Lemuria Land, a nature reserve that harbors many of Madagascar’s endemic species, including lemurs, lizards, chameleons, orchids, and more.

Ravintsara Wellness Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 17–19 I PHINDA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE, SOUTH AFRICA Land in Johannesburg, and continue on a charter flight to Phinda Private Game Reserve. Enjoy two full days to experience this remarkable habitat on sunrise and late-afternoon wildlife drives. Seek out the famed “big five”—lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and Cape buffalo—and spot some of the nearly 450 bird species seen on the reserve.

Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve: Forest Lodge or Mountain Lodge | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 20–24 I KIGALI OR VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, RWANDA; ROME, ITALY In Rwanda, take a full-day gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park, searching for these fascinating giants, and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime chance to sit among gorilla families and observe them at close range.

Seek out endangered golden monkeys with a resident biologist, and attend a talk by a researcher at the Karisoke Research Center. Then it's on to Rome for a memorable stay at an elegant palazzo near the Spanish Steps.

Amakoro Songa Lodge, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest or Virunga Safari Lodge; Kigali Marriott Hotel; Anatara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel Meals: 5B, 4L, 4D

Above: Sea Turtle in Republic of Maldives, Leopard in South Africa, Orangutan of Borneo, Lemurs in Madagascar

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Paula Kahumbu is the CEO of Wildlife Direct, a National Geographic Emerging Explorer with a doctorate from Princeton and the producer, and host, of popular wildlife television series Wildlife Warriors. Winner of the Whitley Award and the National Geographic Buffett Award for conservation leadership in Africa, she has received international recognition for her critical role in mobilizing legal reforms to halt elephant poaching in Kenya.

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INFORMATION 2025 Dates: April 5–28 *Price is per person, double occupancy. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Transportation by private Boeing 757 and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to Singapore and return from Rome, Italy are not included in the cost. This trip will be operated by National Geographic Expeditions, on flights operated by Icelandair. For Terms and Conditions and Operator-Participant Contract, visit https://www.nationalgeographic.com/expeditions/terms/private-jet/wildlife-of-theworld-by-private-jet-apr-2025/.

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS 1. TERMINOLOGY: As used in these Terms and Conditions: a. “Activity” means each recreational or other activity in the course of the Trip. b. “Guest,” “you,” and “your” refer to the guest or passenger making a Trip or travel reservation with us and also applies to any member of a guest’s or passenger’s traveling party. c. “Guest Confirmation” means the confirmation of booking. d. “Our”, “us,” and “we” refer to Global Adrenaline, LLC d/b/a National Geographic Expeditions, 215 Celebration Place, Kissimmee, FL 34747. e. “Trip” means an Expedition on our website, catalog, or marketing materials or an Expedition you have reserved that is set forth in your Guest Confirmation and includes all Activities.

2. SERVICE PROVIDERS/SUPPLIERS: We may license or engage qualified professional tour operators to organize and administer activities or travel. 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, restaurants, or other suppliers of services connected with specific itineraries (“Suppliers”). Suppliers are solely responsible and liable for providing their respective services and neither we nor Tour Operators are responsible for delay, mishap, inconvenience, expense, irregularity, bodily injury, illness, emotional distress, death, or loss to property occasioned by or through the conduct or omission of a Supplier, each of which is subject to the laws of the country or state where the services are provided. In addition, the passenger tickets in use by any carriers will constitute the sole contract between you and the carrier; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time you are not aboard their conveyances.

3. INDEPENDENT ACTIVITIES: If you decide to participate in any activity or excursion that is not arranged or led by us or the Tour Operator, neither we nor the Tour Operator shall have any responsibility for or control over your safety or well-being, which will be solely your responsibility.

4. PRIVACY POLICY AND COMMUNICATION PREFERENCES: Guest consents to these Terms and Conditions and the Terms of Use (see https://disneytermsofuse.com/), and acknowledges Guest has read our Privacy Policy (see https://privacy.thewaltdisneycompany.com/en/) and, as applicable, Your California Privacy Rights (see https://privacy.thewaltdisneycompany.com/en/current-privacy-policy/ your-california-privacy-rights/). If any portion of the Trip is fulfilled by Suppliers (as defined above), by booking the Trip, Guest understands that we may provide Guest personal information to Suppliers for their independent use to fulfill the reservation. If Guest is receiving any catalogs or mailings, has address updates, or would like to update marketing communication preferences, please visit: https://privacy.thewaltdisneycompany.com/en/privacy-controls/communication-choices/.

5. TRIP ACTIVITY LEVEL AND REQUIREMENTS AND UNIQUE RISKS: You are advised to carefully read the details of your selected itinerary before booking a Trip to understand the activity level and requirements, including the list of Activities which may involve one or more unique risks (“Unique Risks”) as further detailed in the Travel Agreement (defined below). Certain itineraries may not be suitable for all Guests, including Guests with disabilities, due to terrain/local conditions, the nature of the Activities, or otherwise. Neither our staff nor our Suppliers/contractors may physically assist Guests who need or may need assistance during the Trip or with respect to any Activity. All Guests are strongly encouraged to consult with their personal physician before booking a reservation. In addition, select itineraries may require Guests to obtain prior written approval from their personal physician. Note: with regard to expedition and river cruises, please contact us regarding availability of embarkation and disembarkation assistance by Trip. Please contact us about specific itineraries or Activities.

6. ALLERGIES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REQUESTS: On the Trip, meals are prepared based on the availability of ingredients in each destination. Please keep in mind specific meal requests may not be available at every stop. Further, please be advised that food and beverage locations are not owned or operated by us. For food and beverage offerings arranged by us, we use reasonable efforts to communicate special dietary requests to the locations and, for pre-packaged retail food and beverage, we rely on supplier/manufacturer ingredient labels. Please contact us so you can make an informed choice because food preparation processes and menus vary by location. You are responsible for deciding whether any particular offering meets your requirements. We cannot guarantee that any offering is completely free of allergens.

7. ELIGIBILITY/MINORS: Our website establishes minimum eligibility ages for each itinerary as well as recommended minimum ages, which are based on several factors; however, some Activities may have weight or height restrictions and/or different minimum ages than our overall minimum eligibility age or recommended minimum age. Please contact us for details. All persons under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over age 21 in the same room. In the event a minor is not accompanied by all legal guardians on the Trip, you agree to carry (or will ensure that the approved traveling companion, if any, carries) a notarized document from each legal guardian not on the Trip, granting approval for the minor to travel on the Trip and to present said documents to any authority requesting them. In the event you are the sole guardian of the minor, you agree to carry documentation evidencing such and present to any authority when requested.

8. REPRESENTATION OF HEALTH/SAFETY/RIGHT TO TERMINATE: By booking your Trip, you represent and certify that you and all members of your traveling party: (i) have carefully read the details of the itinerary and selected an itinerary that is appropriate for each person’s abilities; (ii) do not have any impairment or disability which might present a safety risk during the Trip or any of the Activities; (iii) have consulted with a personal physician as appropriate; and (iv) will immediately advise us if anyone in your travel party is unable to meet the safety requirements that are necessary for the safe operation of the Trip or Activity. If your circumstances change between the date of booking and the Trip departure, you must inform us as soon as possible and advise us of any special requests.

We reserve the right to cancel, terminate, discontinue, or modify any reservation, Trip, or Activity, if the Guest cannot meet the safety requirements that are necessary for safe operation or fails to obey signage, instructions, protocols, or rules. We further reserve the right to: (i) immediately terminate any Trip or Activity if the Guest is disruptive or otherwise adversely impacts the experience for others, without any refund to the Guest; and (ii) make changes to the itinerary or Activity as appropriate for safety, security, comfort, or convenience, without liability or notice.

9. PREGNANCY: For any cruise Trip, women who have entered their 24th week of pregnancy as of the Trip start date or who will enter their 24th week of pregnancy during the Trip will not be permitted to book the Trip. For all other Trips, airlines and local Suppliers may have additional restrictions applicable to women who are pregnant, and depending on the week of pregnancy,

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pregnant women may not be permitted to book or participate in certain Activities. For these select itineraries, neither a physician’s medical statement nor a waiver of liability will be accepted by us.

We cannot be held responsible or liable for any complications relating to pregnancy at any stage.

If pregnant, you are strongly encouraged to consult with your personal physician before booking a Trip regardless of itinerary. Please contact us if you have questions about specific itineraries.

10. TRAVEL INSURANCE: Travel insurance is strongly recommended and is available through multiple independent travel insurance providers. Travel insurance typically provides coverage for Trip cancelation and interruption, baggage protection and delay, travel accidents and delay, and emergency medical and dental services and certain associated transportation. If you do not purchase travel insurance, you are responsible for any medical expenses, any medical evacuation costs, and any other costs arising during your travel.

Trip cancelation insurance is available at an additional cost. 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.

11. PRICING DETAILS: All prices 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. Prices vary for each Trip based primarily on when you book, when you travel, room configuration and room location. The specific inclusions of the Trip are set forth in the itinerary. Any items not specifically noted are not included in the Trip price.

Once your deposit and signed Travel Agreement (defined below) is received by us, your Trip price is guaranteed, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees.

Guests added to your party after initial booking will be priced at the then-prevailing rate. Single accommodations are subject to a single supplement and subject to availability based on type of Trip and time of booking.

12. DEPOSIT AMOUNTS: A per-person deposit is required to confirm a reservation. For reservations made within the timeframe between the Final Payment Date (as defined below) and departure, you must pay an amount equal to 100% of the Trip price, but your reservation will remain fully refundable up to 72 hours (the “Hold Period”) to allow you time to review the Travel Agreement (see below).

Signature Land Expeditions

River Cruises

Approx. 10% of lowest published Trip price for each departure

Approx. 10% of lowest published Trip price for each departure

13. FINAL PAYMENT DATES: The following are the final payment dates (“Final Payment Date”) by Trip type that apply, unless the reservation is made on or after the Final Payment Date, in which case 100% of the Trip price is required to be paid at the time of reservation: Signature Land Expeditions

River Cruises

90 days prior to departure

120 days prior to departure

Payment(s) must be made in U.S. dollars and we accept all U.S. major credit cards, check, or wire (certain countries only). Do not send cash. A Guest’s reservation may be canceled if full payment has not been received by the final payment date. Payment and deposit policy for bookings made for a group (“Group Travel”) may vary. Please contact us or your travel agent, if applicable, for complete details.

14. GUEST CANCELATIONS AND REFUNDS: Failure to strictly comply with the deposit and final payment schedules, or any other applicable policies and procedures, will result in the automatic cancelation of pending reservations and applicable fees will be assessed.

You may cancel by telephone or in writing. The time of cancelation will be the date upon which we receive notice from you. Arriving late or leaving a Trip in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any unused portions of a Trip.

Unless stated otherwise in your Guest Confirmation (including any placeholder reservation), the following cancelation policy shall apply: Signature Land Expeditions Days Prior to Trip Start

90 Days or More

89 to 46 Days

45 to 0 Days

Fees (% of Trip price)

Deposit and, if Hold Period applies, 100% of Trip price are nonrefundable after the earlier of (i) the end of the 14-day grace period, (ii) the Hold Period, or (iii) our receipt of your executed Travel Agreement

50%

100%

River Cruises Days Prior to Trip Start

120 Days or More

119 to 90 Days

89 to 46 Days

45 to 0 Days

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Deposit and, if Hold Period applies, 100% of Trip price are nonrefundable after the earlier of (i) the end of the 14-day grace period, (ii) the Hold Period, or (iii) our receipt of your executed Travel Agreement

50%

75%

100%

Notwithstanding the above cancelation fee schedule: for reservations made subject to a Hold Period, any payments made shall be fully refundable during the Hold Period.

The cancelation fees set forth above shall apply irrespective of resale by us. Cancelation policy for Group Travel may vary. Please contact us or your travel agent, if applicable, for complete details.

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15. PRE- AND POST-TRIP EXTENSIONS AND EXTRA ARRANGEMENTS: We recommend that you arrive a day or two prior to the start of your Trip to get acclimated and to allow for unexpected travel delays. Also, you may choose to stay a day or two after to extend your Trip on your own.

Both pre- and post-stays are available at additional cost to you. Please contact us for price, details, and availability, which are not guaranteed. On some Trips, airport meet & greet and hotel transfer services are available in connection with these additional days. Our special rates for these additional days are only available if booked through us in conjunction with a Trip and cannot be combined with any other offer. Canadian Guests: please contact your travel agent.

The policies regarding deposits, payments, and cancelations for all Trips also apply to pre- and post-Trip extensions and hotel nights, and extra arrangements confirmed on any Guest’s behalf, unless otherwise noted. Any revisions made to the booking, such as a change in departure date or choice of Trip, are subject to the cancelation policy.

16. AIR TRAVEL: Neither we, Tour Operator, Suppliers, nor any of their affiliates will be liable for any airline’s cancelation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket to or from the Guest’s Trip departure city or return city. Any airline tickets issued are subject to the carrier’s refund policy. Baggage and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the Guest.

17. ITINERARY MODIFICATIONS/OUR RIGHT TO CANCEL: We will make every reasonable effort to operate the Trips as advertised; however, we and Tour Operator reserve the right to curtail or modify the itinerary, including but not limited to curtailment or modification of Activities, hotels, meals, transportation, and Experts, as we deem necessary. Please also note that during certain holidays and peak periods or due to repairs or renovations, some Activities may be disrupted or unavailable. Deviations from planned Trip itineraries or any aspects of the travel may occur. If conditions make river cruise routes unsafe for navigation or in other respects, or raise sufficient doubt about safety, we and Tour Operator reserve the right to modify or provide alternate services, which may include, but are not limited to, providing accommodation on the docked ship or on land and/or substituting ground arrangements for river cruise transportation. We and Tour Operator further reserve the right to reduce the number of Experts, and to modify other services to accommodate a smaller group, if a minimum number of guests is not reached. Similarly, the stated group maximum size may be marginally exceeded if necessary to accommodate a family. None of these modifications or changes shall affect the Trip price or entitle you to any credit or refund.

We shall also have the right, in our sole and absolute discretion to cancel or modify a reservation in whole or in part, at any time if the reservation includes or was made as the result of a mistake or error of any kind, including, but not limited to, a mistake or error in price or description of the Trip or Activity, where it appears that a Guest has engaged in fraudulent or misleading activity in making the reservation, or due to prior disputed or suspected fraudulent payment transactions.

If a reservation is canceled by us, in cases where we have received a valid and confirmed payment, we will provide a refund, and shall have no responsibility beyond the refund of monies paid to us related to the cancelation by us.

We reserve the right to cancel any Trip or Activity because of inadequate enrollment that makes the Trip or Activity economically infeasible to operate or because of good-faith concerns with respect to the safety, health, or welfare of the Guests. If we cancel a Trip prior to departure, the Guest will be provided with a full refund of monies paid to us; except in the event that the cancelation is due to a significant event that makes it infeasible to operate the Trip as planned, in which case the Guest will be provided with a refund and/or credit toward a future Trip equivalent to the amount paid.

If a Guest elects to leave a Trip in progress of their own volition, the Guest will not receive any type of refund. If we or Tour Operator cancels the Trip in progress and the Guest elects not to immediately return to the Guest’s original point of departure for the Trip, or if the Guest elects to leave a Trip in progress of their own volition, the Guest acknowledges and agrees that: (i) the Guest shall be solely responsible for Guest’s travel plans once Guest departs the Trip; (ii) neither we nor the Tour Operator shall have any responsibility for or control over the Guest’s safety or activities once the Guest departs the Trip; and (iii) the Guest will be solely responsible for any and all costs that may arise out of the Guest’s decision to not return to the original point of departure from the Trip in progress. Except as outlined above when we cancel a Trip, you will have full responsibility for any expenses, including any nonrefundable expenses, incurred by you in preparing for a canceled Trip or for any additional arrangements should you embark prior to the scheduled group departure date.

18. TRAVEL AGREEMENT: The General Release, COVID-19 Release, and Travel Agreement, which also incorporates these Terms and Conditions (the “Travel Agreement”) is an agreement containing a general release of liability, indemnity, assumption of risks and other provisions provided to you upon booking. You will be required to sign and return the Travel Agreement to us as soon as possible. If you choose not to execute the Travel Agreement, you have 14 calendar days after booking to cancel and receive a full refund of your deposit, or, if a Hold Period applies to your reservation, you have the Hold Period to cancel and receive a full refund of the Trip price. We strongly advise that you not make any commitments that cannot be canceled within 14 calendar days after booking, or during the Hold Period, as applicable. Once we receive your executed Travel Agreement, your deposit and other amounts paid are nonrefundable unless otherwise stated in your Guest Confirmation. If you do not return the Travel Agreement before departure, and are not within the refundable timeframes noted above, you will not be able to participate on the Trip and all amounts paid are nonrefundable unless otherwise stated in your Guest Confirmation.

19. FORCE MAJEURE: Neither we nor our corporate parent, subsidiaries, affiliates, assigns, employees, officers, directors, successors, representatives, agents, or independent suppliers, will be held liable for any loss or damage due to delay, cancelation, or disruption in any manner caused by any of the following causes, to the extent beyond our reasonable control: acts of God, accidents, riots, wars, hostilities, blockages, revolutions, riots, insurrections, terrorist acts, epidemics or pandemics (including but not limited to COVID-19), quarantines, civil commotions, breakdown of communication facilities, natural catastrophes, governmental acts or omissions, changes in laws or regulations, labor strikes, fire, explosions, or sabotage.

20. NAME CHANGES/TRANSFERABILITY: Reservations and Trip components are non-transferable.

We will make a reasonable effort to accommodate changes to Guest names prior to departure provided that at least one member of the originally-booked party travels; however, we reserve the right to pass on to you any third-party costs (such as from airlines or Suppliers (as defined herein)) we incur in so doing.

21. GOVERNMENTAL ADVISORIES/NECESSARY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: You are solely responsible for obtaining and understanding current travel advisories, warnings, requirements, and restrictions by contacting your travel agent, applicable embassies, and consulates. We strongly encourage you to visit the U.S. State Department’s website at https://travel.state.gov and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at https://www.cdc.gov. Non-U.S. residents should consult the appropriate consulates regarding passport, visa, and other document requirements.

All Guests must have valid government-issued proof of citizenship to travel, in addition to any other requirements of the country of origin and countries visited. Those without proper documentation may be denied travel. In addition, you may be denied entry to the countries visited if you do not meet each country’s entry requirements. If you did not purchase air travel through us, you are solely responsible for notifying us of flight changes affecting your arrival or we will not be able to meet you at the specified arrival airport. Failure to obtain documents does not negate the Travel Agreement, and any extra costs incurred for rerouting due to travel without the necessary documents will be your responsibility.

You are solely responsible for obtaining any documents required for your participation on the Trip such as a valid passport, all visas, vaccination certificates, and any other documents which may be required by your itinerary or as required for traveling with minors, and complying with any destination specific requirements or restrictions.

22. GOVERNING LAW: YOU AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE WHATSOEVER (WHETHER IN TORT, CONTRACT OR BASED ON STATUTE) IN CONNECTION WITH, RELATED TO, OR ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM YOUR TRIP, YOUR PURCHASE OF A TRIP FROM US, THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, THE TRAVEL AGREEMENT, OR ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION RELATED TO YOUR TRIP SHALL BE DETERMINED EXCLUSIVELY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAW OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICT OF LAWS PRINCIPLES. THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, THE TRAVEL AGREEMENT, AND ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION RELATED TO YOUR TRIP SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE ENTERED INTO AND CONSUMMATED ENTIRELY IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA. 22. ADDITIONAL TERMS APPLICABLE TO RIVER CRUISES: These additional terms apply to river cruises. Passenger Ticket Contract: The river cruise component of the river cruise Trips, including vessel, vessel amenities, food and beverages served thereon and vessel crew, is provided by a Supplier, AMAWaterways Gmbh (“AMA”). Prior to embarkation you will receive a Passenger Ticket Contract, which governs your relationship with AMA as a passenger on the river cruise vessel and establishes limits of liability, limits on claims and time limits for making claims, as well as other restrictions, limits and disclaimers limiting AMA’s liability to you, which are wholly separate from, and independent of, these Terms and Conditions and the Travel Agreement, which govern your relationship with us and Tour Operator. Excursions: Certain excursions have limited capacity and are available to Guests on a first-come, first-served basis. As a result, we are unable to guarantee that each Guest will be able to participate in each excursion such Guest requests. Baggage: You may bring aboard the river cruise vessel, without additional charge, up to one (1) suitcase per person. Additional baggage will be subject to excess baggage charges.

24. CALIFORNIA TRAVEL RESTITUTION FUND NOT APPLICABLE: We are not a participant in the California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund.

25. UNITED STATES TOUR OPERATORS ASSOCIATION $1 MILLION TRAVELERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: We share the coverage available under the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program with certain affiliates, with one such an affiliate who, as an Active Member of the USTOA, is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of our Guests in the unlikely event of our bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted and shared among certain of our affiliates may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments we have received. More details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program and a list of affiliates may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New York, New York 10001, or by email to information@ustoa.com or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com.

26. TERMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: These Terms and Conditions are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

27. COMPLETE TERMS: For the most complete and up-to-date Terms and Conditions, including for River Cruises, Expedition Cruises, Private Jet Expeditions, and other Trips, please see natgeoexpeditions.com/terms.

National Geographic Expeditions is registered as a Seller of Travel with the State of Florida (Seller of Travel Registration No. ST44028) and with the State of California (CST# 2074630).

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