A R O U N D T H E W O R L D B Y P R I VAT E J E T A N E X P L O R AT I O N O F T H E W O R L D ’ S G R E AT E S T T R E A S U R E S A N D L E G E N D A RY P L A C E S
Cusco and Machu Picchu • Easter Island • Samoa • Australia’s Great Barrier Reef • Angkor Wat Kathmandu • Lhasa, Tibet • Taj Mahal • Serengeti Plain • Petra and Wadi Rum, Jordan • Marrakech O C TO B E R 3 –2 6 , 2 0 1 9 • O C TO B E R 3 1 – N OV E M B E R 2 3 , 2 0 1 9 D EC E M B E R 2 8 , 2 0 1 9–JA N UA RY 2 0, 2 0 2 0
DEAR T R AV E L E R “It seemed like an unbelievable dream.” Hiram Bingham’s remark following his rediscovery of the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu in 1911 captures the headiness of that moment and the power of exploration. Bingham famously excavated the site with support from National Geographic, revealing to the wider world one of our greatest archaeological treasures, and inspiring explorers for generations to come. At National Geographic, discoveries like these serve as our inspiration, propelling our explorers to the farthest corners of the planet and deepening our collective desire to experience the wonders of the world firsthand. In the century since Bingham’s discovery, we’ve continued to support the work of National Geographic grantees around the globe, and share their stories of discovery and adventure. Now, we invite you on the ultimate adventure to experience many of the world’s most remarkable treasures and legendary places on a once-in-alifetime journey by private jet. The scope of this expedition is extraordinary. On an epic 24-day adventure, you’ll find yourself climbing the terraced steps of Machu Picchu, snorkeling amid tropical fish on the Great Barrier Reef, seeking out elephants and lions on safari in Tanzania, and admiring the
splendid architecture of the Taj Mahal. You’ll ponder the majestic and the mysterious, delving into the theories, stories, and histories behind the symbolism of the moai of Easter Island and the fate of the ancient Nabataeans who built the city of Petra. As we’re whisked from the tropical paradise of Samoa to the bustling markets of Morocco in the comfort of our specially outfitted Boeing 757 jet, you’ll encounter fascinating cultures, stunning landscapes, and some of civilization’s greatest achievements—all while delving into history, religion, art, architecture, and more. What truly distinguishes this expedition is the wealth of knowledge provided by our team of National Geographic experts on board, and the explorers and researchers we meet in the field— all of whom enhance the journey with their knowledge, personal experience, and passion. We’ll be joined on this journey by such notable experts as archaeologist and National Geographic Explorer William Saturno, renowned anthropologist Carroll Dunham, and National Geographic photographer Jason Edwards. We hope you will join us on this unforgettable expedition. Please call 1-800-224-1894 or reserve online at natgeoexpeditions.com.
F O L LOW U S @ N ATG E O E X P E D I T I O N S
Sincerely,
Gary E. Knell Chief Executive Officer National Geographic Partners
When you travel with us, you support the National Geographic Society’s researchers and explorers who work to preserve, protect, and advance our understanding of the planet and its people. To learn more, visit www.natgeo.com/info.
C OV E R : TA J M A H A L
AGR A, INDIA
2
1- 8 0 0 -2 24 -1 894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I O NS.COM
R A N O R AR AKU Q UARRY
EASTER ISLAND, CHILE
NATGEO EX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
3
W H E N YO U T R AV E L W I T H U S , YO U M A K E A D I FFE R E N C E YO U S U P P O RT T H E N AT I O N A L GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY Every year, the National Geographic Society awards more than 500 grants to scientists, educators, innovators, and storytellers around the world. They are changing how we understand and interact with our planet—and helping to protect it for future generations. You become part of that effort when you travel with us. As you thumb through this brochure, look for the National Geographic seal to learn more about the Society’s work in the regions that we visit.
YO U S U P P O RT LO C A L E C O N O M I E S A N D H A B I TAT S National Geographic Expeditions is committed to sustaining the character and integrity of each place we visit: its natural and cultural heritage as well as the well-being of its residents. We are identifying ways to minimize the environmental impact of our travel programs and are offsetting carbon emissions we cannot eliminate. We strive to support local economies in our choice of services, and we believe that the positive effects of sustainable travel go beyond immediate economic benefits, inspiring passionate stewards of our planet.
AFRICAN ELEPHANTS TA N Z A N I A
4
1- 8 00 -2 24 -1 894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
A R O U N D T H E W O R L D B Y P R I VAT E J E T WA S H IN GTON , D.C . , U. S.*
PETRA AND WADI RUM , J O RDAN
K ATHMANDU AND C HI TWAN NATI O NAL PARK , NE PAL
TAJ MAHAL , AGRA , I NDI A
C U S C O A N D M AC HU P IC C H U, P E RU
LOCAL AIR
L HASA , TI B ET
MARRAK EC H, MO RO C C O
LIM A , P E RU
PRIVATE JET
SERENGETI PL AI N O R NGO RO NGO RO C RATER, TANZANI A
ANGKO R, C AMB O D IA
A P IA , SAMOA GREAT BARRI ER R EEF OR DAI NTREE RAI NFORE ST, AU STRAL I A
E A ST E R IS LA N D, C H ILE
*The October departures begin and end in Washington, D.C. The December departure follows the itinerary shown above but begins and ends in Orlando, Florida.
Explore in small groups, enjoying your choice of activities along the way. If you have previously visited any of the places on this itinerary, an alternative stop or activity may be possible. You’ll find information about these alternatives throughout the following pages.
CUSCO AND MACHU PICCHU, PERU
L H A S A , T I B E T O R C H I T WA N N AT I O N A L PA R K , N E PA L
Marvel at the legacies of Inca and Spanish cultures in Cusco, and encounter the mountaintop citadel of Machu Picchu—hidden in the jungle for hundreds of years.
Explore the holy city of Lhasa, once the home of the Dalai Lama. Or travel to Nepal’s Chitwan National Park to spot elephants, leopards, and one-horned rhinos on safari.
E A ST E R I S L A N D, C H I L E
TA J M A H A L , I N D I A
One of the most isolated places on Earth, Easter Island is home to the enormous and mysterious moai statues—silent clues to the island’s vanished culture.
The Taj Mahal, masterpiece of Mughal ruler Shah Jahan, is one of the greatest architectural works of all time. Go on a photo shoot at sunrise and explore the Agra Fort, or visit the sandstone city of Fatehpur Sikri.
APIA , SA MOA
SERENGETI PLAIN OR N G O R O N G O R O C R AT E R , TA N Z A N I A
Enjoy the hospitality and unspoiled beauty of tropical Samoa, considered the cradle of Polynesian culture. Delve into local customs and witness a performance of traditional song and dance.
G R E AT B A R R I E R R E E F O R D A I N T R E E R A I N F O R E S T, AUSTRALIA Discover the wonders of the world’s largest coral reef system, or venture into the Daintree with an Aboriginal guide.
ANGKOR, CAMBODIA Explore the breathtaking temple complexes of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom, and discover their hidden treasures.
Visit either the Serengeti Plain, site of one of the world’s greatest wildlife migrations; or the Ngorongoro Crater, home to about 25,000 animals, including the “big five.”
P E T R A A N D WA D I R U M , JORDAN Discover the ancient city of Petra, a Nabataean wonder that was lost for centuries, and go on a jeep safari in the lunar-like landscape of the Wadi Rum desert.
MARRAKECH, MOROCCO A feast for the senses, this timeless Berber city abounds with poets, craftspeople, snake charmers, splendid mosques, colorful souks, and magnificent gardens.
NATGEO EX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
5
OUR EXPERTS ENHANCE Y O U R E X P E R I E N C E A world-class team of experts illuminates the history of the empires we explore, the diverse cultures we encounter, the wildlife we see, and the outstanding examples of art and architecture we visit. On each departure, we’ll be joined by a National Geographic photographer who will share tips and techniques as we explore together, and present a slide show of our adventures at the end of the trip. An in-flight lecture system allows for informative and stimulating talks aboard our private jet.
OCTOBER 3–26, 2019 TIERNEY THYS M A R I N E B I O LO G I S T A N D N AT I O N A L G E O G R A P H I C E X P LO R E R
National Geographic Explorer Tierney Thys is a marine biologist and documentary filmmaker whose work explores the breadth of animal diversity from pole to pole and chronicles global environmental change. Tierney is a world authority on the giant ocean sunfish (Mola mola), and she has led numerous expeditions worldwide—from Africa to Baja, Japan, Indonesia, and the Galápagos Islands—to study these bizarre, jellyfish-eating behemoths. She has also developed and guided National Geographic student expeditions in Monterey Bay and Belize.
J AC K DA U LT O N ART HISTORIAN
Jack Daulton is a popular lecturer on the cultural history of non-Western civilizations and has been an expert on trips to more than 70 countries. He specializes in the art and architecture of Asia and Africa, as well as the study of Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam. Jack is also an attorney with a focus on international law relating to the preservation and conservation of the world’s cultural heritage. In a widely reported 1995 federal case, he recovered a thousand-year-old sculpture that had been stolen from a temple in Southeast Asia.
J AY D I C K M A N N AT I O N A L G E O G R A P H I C P H OTO G R A P H E R
Pulitzer Prize–winning photographer Jay Dickman has worked in photojournalism for more than 40 years, covering topics as diverse as the Salvadoran civil war, national political conventions, and the Olympics. Among his more than 25 assignments for National Geographic, Jay lived in a Stone Age village in Papua New Guinea and spent a week under the Arctic ice in a nuclear attack submarine. A popular and seasoned photography instructor, he also has published a best-selling guide called Perfect Digital Photography, as well as numerous articles for National Geographic, Time, Sports Illustrated, Life, and Forbes.
O C TO B E R 3 1 – N OV E M B E R 2 3, 2 0 1 9 CARROLL DUNHAM ANTHROPOLOGIST AND FILMMAKER
Carroll Dunham is a Princeton University anthropologist, writer, and documentary filmmaker who has resided in the Himalaya for the past 25 years. She is the director of Wild Earth Nepal, an organization that works with rural Nepalese women who create handcrafted products to generate income. Carroll is a popular National Geographic expert and has led numerous research expeditions and educational trips in Mongolia, Bhutan, Tibet, Nepal, and India. She has written four books and produced films for the National Geographic Channel, PBS, and the BBC.
W I L L I A M S AT U R N O A RC H A E O LO G I S T A N D N AT I O N A L G E O G R A P H I C E X P LO R E R
Archaeologist William Saturno is a National Geographic Explorer who specializes in early civilizations. He has received numerous grants from the Society to support his excavations of ancient Maya murals in Guatemala. His breakthrough discovery at San Bartolo of the oldest intact Maya murals yet found became the focus of the National Geographic magazine articles “The Sistine Chapel of the Early Maya” in December 2003 and “The Dawn of Maya Gods and Kings” in January 2006. Outside Mesoamerica, Bill has conducted archaeological research in the American Southwest; Bolivia; Cambodia; and, most recently, the northern coast of Peru.
6
1- 8 0 0 -2 24 -1 894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
T I E R N E Y T H Y S TAG G I N G A M O L A
NEAR SAN DIEGO, CA
J A S O N E D WA R D S N AT I O N A L G E O G R A P H I C P H OTO G R A P H E R
Photographer Jason Edwards has been at the forefront of natural history photography since he began his career at Australia’s Royal Melbourne Zoo three decades ago. He has been honored with the Eureka Prize for Science Photography and the Australian Geographic Society’s Pursuit of Excellence Award, among many others. As the face of the National Geographic Channel’s Pure Photography, Jason has taken his storytelling to dozens of countries and to every continent. His work has appeared in National Geographic magazine, BBC Wildlife, Australian Geographic, Sports Illustrated, Condé Nast Traveler, and The New Yorker; as well as science education books, environmental campaigns, and Hollywood blockbusters.
D E C E M B E R 2 8 , 2 0 1 9 – JA N UA RY 2 0, 2 0 2 0 TIM JEPSON AUTHOR
Tim Jepson is a British writer, traveler, and broadcaster. After graduating from Oxford University, he lived and worked in Italy, writing for a variety of British newspapers and leading expeditions in the country’s most remote corners. He recorded his experiences in his book, Wild Italy. He has since written more than 20 books, including several titles published by National Geographic, and numerous articles for publications worldwide. Tim has worked as a travel editor for London’s Daily Telegraph, and has a passion for far-flung destinations including Bhutan, Laos, Tibet, and Myanmar.
N E VA D A W I E R N AT I O N A L G E O G R A P H I C P H OTO G R A P H E R
Nevada Wier is a multiple award-winning photographer who specializes in documenting the remote corners and cultures of the world. Her work has taken her through deserts, mountains, and urban jungles, and has appeared in National Geographic and National Geographic Traveler magazines, as well as Geo, Outdoor Photographer, Outside, Smithsonian, and numerous other publications. She is a Fellow of the Explorer’s Club and a member of the Women’s Geographic Society.
J A C K D A U LT O N ART HISTORIAN
Jack (see October 3 departure) will also be joining the December departure.
NATGEO EX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
7
P R I VAT E J E T T R A V E L
H I M A L AYA N M O U N TA I N R A N G E N E PA L
8
1- 8 00 -2 24 -1 894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
R E L A X I N S PAC I O U S , V I P - S T Y L E S E AT S
E N J OY T H E U LT I M AT E I N SERVICE , CONVENIENCE , AND SECURITY Our specially outfitted Boeing 757 jet is ideally suited for this extraordinary expedition. Its long-range capabilities and ability to land in smaller airports afford us unmatched flexibility. We set our own schedules, flying direct and avoiding layovers, which gives us the freedom to make the most of our adventures on land. The jet’s interior has been customized and refitted to our specifications to provide the ultimate in comfort and convenience, accommodating only 75 travelers in two-by-two VIP-style seats, instead of the standard 239 seats.
T R AV E L W I T H A D E D I C AT E D FLIGHT CREW
EXPEDITION CHEF We also travel with our own expedition chef and catering assistant, who create delicious meals inspired by the various places we visit. Using the freshest local ingredients, they prepare a delightful variety of dishes and serve them on board with a selection of fine wines.
E NJOY FIN E C U I S IN E IN O U R D E S T I N AT I O N S AND ABOARD THE JET
E X P E D I T I O N S TA F F A N D C R E W Traveling with the National Geographic team is a talented expedition staff—experienced travel experts who attend to the trip’s every logistical detail. These highly skilled and forwardthinking professionals ensure that your experience is truly extraordinary. In addition, a dedicated flight crew is specially selected for this expedition, chosen for their attention to detail, dedication to safety and security, and top-notch hospitality.
EXPEDITION PHYSICIAN For your comfort and well-being, an expedition physician will accompany us throughout the journey. On call 24 hours a day, the physician will be ready to provide and coordinate health care services whenever and wherever needed.
NATGEOEX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
9
THE FINEST A C C O M M O D A T I O N S
LA MAMOUNIA
MARRAKECH, MOROCCO
10
1- 8 0 0 -2 24 -1894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
R A F F L E S G R A N D H O T E L D ’A N G K O R
ANGKOR , CA MBODIA
From Siem Reap’s historic Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor to the Moorish gem of La Mamounia in Marrakech, we stay in some of the world’s finest accommodations. Each one has been chosen for its exceptional amenities and prime location. In remote areas where choices are limited, we have selected the best available accommodations to ensure your comfort. In many of the destinations we visit, we have also arranged special dining experiences in unique settings, accompanied by traditional entertainment.
National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World is a collection of handpicked lodges that invite guests to experience the world’s most treasured places while helping to protect them for generations to come. In Tanzania, we stay at andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge (pictured left), an elegant lodge perched on the crater’s edge that is infused with European and East African design elements, and is deeply involved in the education of the local community. A N D B E YO N D N G O RO N G O RO C R AT E R L O D G E TA N Z A N I A
EN J OY T H E FLEXIBILITY TO FOLLOW YO U R PA S S I O N . Take advantage of our flexible itinerary to enjoy excursions of your choice along the way. Whether you’d like to tour local art galleries, visit a school, or hike off the beaten path, we will ensure that your travels are tailored for you. In the following pages, you’ll find special opportunities to customize the trip to your interests. These options are available at no additional cost; however, some have limited space available or require a minimum number of participants. Space will be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. These opportunities are a mere sampling of what’s possible. Also, if you would like to skip one of the stops on our itinerary, we will look into an alternative destination. For more information and to discuss your ideal itinerary, please contact us.
NATGEO EX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
11
OUR JOURNEY BEGINS
M ACHU PICCHU PERU
12
1- 8 00 -2 24 -1 894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
IT I N E RARY: 24 DAYS OCTOBER 3–26, 2019
| OCTOBER 31–NOVEMBER 23, 2019
DECEMBER 28, 2019–JANUARY 20, 2020* †
W A S H I N G T O N , D . C . , U . S .* D AY 1
Meet experts, staff, and fellow travelers for a welcome reception at the headquarters of National Geographic, followed by dinner at our historic hotel. The Hay-Adams, Washington, D.C.
CUSCO AND MACHU PICCHU OR T R U J I L L O A N D C H I C L AY O , P E R U†
PLAZA DE ARMAS CUSCO, PERU
D AY S 2 , 3 , A N D 4
This morning, our private jet takes us to Lima, where we board a local flight to charming Cusco (11,200 feet). Visit the Plaza de Armas and explore the city’s imposing cathedral, considered by many to be one of the finest combinations of Spanish Renaissance style and legendary Inca stonemasonry. Meet with National Geographic grantee and master Andean weaver Nilda Callañaupa Alvarez, who works with traditional weavers throughout Peru to preserve her country’s rich heritage of textile arts. Discover the remains of the great fortress of Sacsayhuaman overlooking Cusco, where enormous blocks of stone—some weighing more than 200 tons—were used to build the walls. Assembled without the use of mortar, the blocks fit together so tightly that a knife blade cannot be inserted between them. Then travel to Machu Picchu (8,000 feet) on our privately chartered train, passing through the spectacular Urubamba Valley, also known as the Sacred Valley of the Inca. Still clouded in mystery, Machu Picchu was abandoned by the Inca and lost to history until it was rediscovered by American explorer Hiram Bingham in 1911 and excavated with support from the National Geographic Society. Examine the artfully cut stone altars, temples, fountains, staircases, and terraced gardens that make this one of the world’s most extraordinary archaeological treasures. Belmond Palacio Nazarenas Alternative: Instead of visiting Cusco and Machu Picchu, head to northern Peru to visit the temples of Trujillo and Chiclayo, where the richest burial chambers in the Americas were discovered. See where the ancient Moche and Chimu peoples lived, and explore Chan Chan, the largest adobe city in the world. Libertador Trujillo and Belmond Miraflores Park
QUECHUA WOM AN AND BABY PERU
S A C S AY H U A M A N
CUSCO, PERU
YO U R T R I P M A K E S A D I F F E R E N C E The National Geographic Society funds research, conservation, and exploration, including archaeological excavations at an Inca ritual site near Cusco, Peru.
* The December departure follows the itinerary shown above but begins and ends in Orlando, Florida, with hotel accommodations on Day 1 at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes. The December departure will also spend four nights in Peru followed by one night in Easter Island. Visit our website for details.
†
NATGEO EX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
13
PA L M - L I N E D C OA S T APIA , SA MOA
EASTER ISL AND, CHILE† D AY S 5 A N D 6
Fly to Easter Island, located 2,300 miles off the coast of Chile. Scattered with mysterious, colossal stone statues called moai, the island is an open-air museum for the ruins of a lost culture. The island has been the subject of debate since it was first spotted by European explorers on Easter Sunday in 1722. How did its native people first arrive? What transpired here over the centuries? What do the tall, brooding statues mean? Learn the hidden stories of the island’s wonders with renowned archaeologists Edmundo Edwards, Patricia Vargas Casanova, and Claudio Cristino; and marvel at the many moai that dot the windswept landscape. Along the way, discover ancient ceremonial centers, volcanic craters, petroglyphs, lava formations, and fascinating clues to the Orongo Birdman cult. Then enjoy a splendid performance by a local Rapa Nui dance troupe. Hangaroa Eco Village & Spa MOAI
EASTER ISLAND, CHILE
APIA , SA MOA D AY S 7 A N D 8
From Easter Island we continue our voyage across the Pacific, crossing the international date line. We lose a day en route and arrive in Samoa the following evening. Samoa is one of the few places where Polynesian culture remains essentially intact: tribal rituals and hierarchies are little changed from ancient times. This beautiful island world is well known for its hospitality, traditional ceremonies, and distinct communal customs (known as fa’a Samoa, or “the Samoan way”). Enjoy a fia fia—a colorful performance of traditional Samoan dance and song. Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort TR ADITIONAL DANCE PERFOR M ANCE SAMOA
The December departure will spend only one night in Easter Island. Visit our website for details.
†
14
1- 8 00 -2 24 -1 894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
AHU TONGARIKI
EASTER ISLAND, CHILE
NATGEOEX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
15
A N G KO R WAT
ANGKOR , CA MBODIA
16
1- 8 00 -2 24 -1894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
G R E AT B A R R I E R R E E F O R D A I N T R E E R A I N F O R E S T, AUSTR ALIA D AY S 9 A N D 1 0
Fly to Cairns and transfer to the charming seaside town of Port Douglas. Explore the Great Barrier Reef, the largest known coral reef in the world and home to an exceptionally rich variety of marine life. Snorkel among rainbow-colored corals as well as clownfish, surgeonfish, bumphead parrotfish, and sea turtles. Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa Alternative: Instead of the Great Barrier Reef, discover the natural wonders of the Daintree, a rain forest that is an estimated 180 million years old—tens of millions of years older than the Amazon rain forest in South America. Go on a Dreamtime walk in Mossman Gorge with a member of the Kuku Yalanji who will share his people’s legends and lead you to sacred sites.
DIAGONAL-BANDED SWEETLIPS G R E AT B A R R I E R R E E F, A U S T R A L I A
A N G K O R W AT O R T H E H I D D E N TEMPLES OF CAMBODIA D AY S 1 1 A N D 1 2
Fly by private jet to Siem Reap, our base for exploring Angkor, the heart of the ancient Khmer Empire. Delve into the magnificent Angkor Wat temple complex and discover the massive towers, carved murals, colonnades, and courtyards that exemplify classic Khmer architecture. At Angkor Thom, explore the Bayon Temple and the Terrace of the Elephants. Venture into the temple of Ta Prohm, still tangled in the thick roots of banyan trees. Then choose from four options: set out on a cruise to nearby floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake (water levels permitting), marvel at the temple of Banteay Srei, visit an artisan silk farm, or explore the Siem Reap market. In the evening, enjoy a classical Apsara dance performance during dinner at our hotel. Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor Alternative: Instead of Angkor Wat, explore the lost jungle temple of
Beng Mealea, one of the largest Khmer temples; and the ninth-century Roluos temple complex of Hariharalaya, the first capital of the Khmer Empire, which predates Angkor Wat by some 300 years.
S O U T H E R N C A S S OWA RY
D A I N T R E E R A I N F O R E S T, A U S T R A L I A
YO U R T R I P M A K E S A D I F F E R E N C E The National Geographic Society funds research, conservation, and exploration, including a study on how the Great Barrier Reef is responding to environmental stress.
NATGEO EX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
17
P O TA L A PA L AC E LHASA, TIBET
K AT H M A N D U , N E P A L D AY 1 3
Fly by private jet to Kathmandu and visit the temple of Bodhnath— Asia’s largest stupa—and the medieval city of Bhaktapur, once a royal capital whose stunning pagodas, palaces, and squares still captivate today. Then enjoy dinner and a night’s rest before departing for Tibet. Dwarika’s Hotel
L H A S A , T I B E T O R C H I T WA N N AT I O N A L P A R K , N E P A L D AY S 1 4 A N D 1 5
In the morning, take a local flight to Lhasa (12,150 feet), Tibet’s capital, located on one of the world’s highest plateaus. Once known as a “forbidden city,” this Himalayan center of Buddhist pilgrimage— with the spectacular Potala Palace dominating its skyline—still retains a mystical atmosphere. Visit the Jokhang Temple, the region’s oldest and most revered temple. The next day, venture into Potala Palace, a highlight of our time in Lhasa. The palace, with its hundreds of rooms, lavish decor, and labyrinthine corridors, was once the winter residence of the Dalai Lama and served as the seat of the Tibetan government for more than 300 years. Stop by the nearly 600-year-old Sera Monastery, where we may see monks in the debating courtyard. You may also visit a local nunnery or Norbulingka, the beautiful former summer palace of the Dalai Lama and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The St. Regis Lhasa Resort E L E P H A N T B AT H I N G
C H I T WA N N AT I O N A L PA R K , N E PA L
Alternative: Instead of exploring Lhasa, visit the World Heritage–
listed Pashupatinath Temple on the outskirts of Kathmandu. Then board a local flight to Chitwan National Park, one of Asia’s premier wildlife reserves. Venture into the park with a naturalist in search of a variety of birds and mammals, including elephants, leopards, sloth bears, rare one-horned rhinos, and the elusive tiger. You may also opt to visit a local village, canoe along the peaceful Rapti River, or take a guided walk through the forest. Celebrate with a Nepali barbecue dinner and a traditional dance performance. Rejoin the rest of the group in Kathmandu before departing for India. Taj Meghauli Serai
18
1- 8 0 0 -2 24 -1894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
B O D H N AT H S T U PA K AT H M A N D U , N E PA L
NATGEO EX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
19
TA J M A H A L
AGR A, INDIA
20
1- 8 0 0 -2 24 -1 894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
FAT E H P U R S I K R I AGR A, INDIA
TA J M A H A L , I N D I A D AY S 1 6 A N D 1 7
Take a local flight back to Kathmandu and board our private jet for the flight to Agra. Discover the iconic Taj Mahal, built in the 17th century by Emperor Shah Jahan as a tribute to his favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. A masterpiece of the Mughal Empire, the monument soars majestically above the banks of the Yamuna River. Wander the site, admire its form among the reflecting pools and gardens that surround it, and examine its intricate mosaics made of semiprecious stones. In the afternoon, you may explore the imposing sandstone Agra Fort, where Mughal emperors lived in splendor. Or you may choose to venture across the Yamuna River into Kachhpura, a village in Agra where you have an opportunity to meet with local families and visit a school. If you wish, rise early the next day and join our National Geographic photographer to capture images of the Taj Mahal at sunrise. The Oberoi Amarvilas Alternative: Instead of the Taj Mahal, explore Fatehpur Sikri, Emperor Akbar’s crowning architectural achievement. This exquisite red sandstone city served as the Mughal capital from 1572 to 1585. Stroll through well-preserved pavilions, courtyards, tombs, and palaces—most notably the emperor’s private quarters, called a “palace of dreams” for its rich decorations of Persian calligraphy and murals.
AGR A FORT AGR A, INDIA
NATGEOEX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
21
C H E E TA H S
S E R E N G E T I N AT I O N A L PA R K , TA N Z A N I A
SERENGETI PLAIN OR N G O R O N G O R O C R AT E R , TA N Z A N I A D AY S 1 8 A N D 1 9
Fly by private jet to Kilimanjaro International Airport and transfer to a smaller aircraft for the flight to Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park. In the local Maasai language, Serengeti means “extended place”—an appropriate name for this vast wildlife sanctuary, which is one of the most complex and least disturbed ecosystems on Earth. Go deep into the savanna to witness Africa’s greatest concentration of wildebeests and zebras, as well as lions, cheetahs, leopards, and more. Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti ZEBRAS
N G O R O N G O R O C R AT E R , TA N Z A N I A
Alternative: Instead of exploring the Serengeti, descend into the Ngorongoro Crater (8,000 feet) to observe the permanent population of about 25,000 animals in one of the largest unbroken calderas in the world. Along with herds of wildebeests, gazelles, and zebras, we may also see the “big five” (rhinoceroses, lions, leopards, elephants, and Cape buffalo). Spend your nights here at a National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World perched on the crater’s rim. andBeyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge During our stay in Tanzania, all travelers will have the opportunity to meet either Meave Leakey or Louise Leakey, both National Geographic Explorers-at-Large whose family of renowned paleoanthropologists has discovered many important fossils in the area.
P E T R A A N D WA D I R U M , J O RDAN WA D I R U M
D AY S 2 0 A N D 2 1
JORDAN
Situated between the Red Sea and the Dead Sea, Petra was settled by the Nabataean people in 312 b.c. and became an important crossroads for Arabia, Egypt, and the Levant. Half-built, half-carved into rose-red sandstone cliffs, Petra is one of the world’s most impressive architectural achievements. Enter the Siq, a dramatic opening in the brilliantly hued bedrock, and follow it to the Treasury, Petra’s most exquisite edifice. Step back in time 2,000 years as you stroll this ancient city, and learn why this enigmatic civilization built its capital in such an inaccessible spot. Discover many other elaborately decorated buildings and tombs chiseled from sheer rock walls, and observe up close the superb blending of Eastern traditions with Hellenistic architecture.
YO U R T R I P M A K E S A D I F F E R E N C E
On our last evening here, gather for a festive Bedouin dinner. The following morning, travel to Wadi Rum, a beautiful desert landscape made famous by author T. E. Lawrence and the film Lawrence of Arabia. On a jeep safari, see the spectacular rock formations known as the Seven Pillars of Wisdom. Mövenpick Resort Petra
The National Geographic Society funds research, conservation, and exploration, including the Big Cats Initiative, which sponsors numerous programs that protect endangered lions, leopards, and cheetahs in Tanzania.
22
1- 8 00 -2 24 -1894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
TRE A S U RY
PETR A , JORDAN
NATGEOEX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
23
B E N YO U S S E F M A D R A SA
MARRAKECH, MOROCCO
24
1- 8 0 0 -2 24 -1 894 | N ATG EO E X P E D I T I ONS.COM
M A R R A K E C H O R AT L A S M O U N TA I N S , M O R O C C O D AY S 2 2 A N D 2 3
Fly by private jet to Marrakech and explore this fabled city, located in an oasis of palm and olive groves and steeped in ancient Berber tradition. See the Koutoubia Mosque, Ben Youssef Madrasa, and the grand Bahia Palace. Wander through the medina, a jumble of colorful souks (markets); and stroll the Djemaa el Fna, a lively square where snake charmers, acrobats, and magicians enchant passersby. Immerse yourself in the lush blue-and-green paradise of the Majorelle Garden, a delightful combination of traditional Moroccan architecture, Islamic art and artifacts, rare plants from five continents, and North African birds. On our last evening, celebrate our adventure at a farewell dinner with traditional Moroccan entertainment. La Mamounia Alternative: Instead of exploring Marrakech, spend the day in the spectacular Atlas Mountains, the highest mountain range in North Africa. Visit a Berber village, share mint tea with a village elder and his family, and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch. In the evening, rejoin the group in Marrakech for our farewell dinner.
KOUTOUBIA MOSQUE
WA S H I N G T O N , D . C .*
MARRAKECH, MOROCCO
D AY 2 4
Following breakfast, board our private jet and fly to Washington, D.C. Upon arrival, connect with your commercial flight home; or, if you wish, we will provide complimentary accommodations at the Hyatt Regency Dulles for the night.
* On the December departure, which ends in Orlando, Florida, complimentary accommodations will be provided at the Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport Hotel for one night.
MAJORELLE GARDEN MARRAKECH, MOROCCO
COST PER PERSON O C T O B E R D E PA RT U R E S : D O U B L E O C C U PA N C Y: $ 8 6 ,94 5 • S I N G L E - O C C U PA N C Y S U P P L E M E N T: $ 8 , 6 9 5 D E C E M B E R D E PA RT U R E : D O U B L E O C C U PA N C Y: $ 8 9,94 5 • S I N G L E - O C C U PA N C Y S U P P L E M E N T: $ 8 ,9 9 5
All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars. Airfare to and from Washington, D.C. or Orlando, Florida is not included in the cost. For your protection and peace of mind, all payments are secured in an escrow account that is fully insured by the U.S. federal government.
NATGEOEX PEDITIONS.COM | 1- 80 0 -224 -1894
25
AROUND THE WORLD BY PRIVATE JET | OPER ATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTR ACT AND TER MS AND CONDITIONS INSTRUCTIONS Please read the following information carefully. By registering for a National Geographic Expedition (the “Expedition”), the participant (“Participant” or “you”) agrees to the Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions herein (the “Agreement”). In order to secure your reservation on the Expedition, you must read the terms of the Agreement, and indicate your acceptance of the terms of the Agreement by signing and submitting the Reservation Form to National Geographic Expeditions along with a deposit.
OPERATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTRACT National Geographic Expeditions (also referred to as “we”) will provide educational enrichment as outlined in its catalog and on its website (natgeoexpeditions.com) and has licensed TCS & Starquest Expeditions, Inc. (the “Tour Operator”), 3131 Elliott Avenue, Suite 300, Seattle, Washington 98121, a qualified professional Expedition operator, to organize and administer the Around the World by Private Jet expeditions. The Tour Operator is responsible to you for arranging and providing all the services and accommodations offered in connection with the Expedition, provided however, that in the absence of gross negligence on our part, we are not responsible for personal injury or property damage caused by the air carrier, hotel, or other suppliers of any of the services being offered in connection with this Expedition.
EXPEDITION PRICE October 2019 departures: $86,945 per person (double occupancy) with an $8,695 single supplement. December 2019 departure: $89,945 per person (double occupancy) with an $8,995 single supplement.
RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS: To reserve your place on an Around the World by Private Jet expedition, complete the Reservation Form and return it with your deposit of $5,000 per person. The deposit may be made by check, wire transfer, or by a major credit card. If you pay your initial deposit by credit card, it is fully refundable until you sign the Reservation Form. The second and final payments are payable by check or wire transfer only, made out to a secure escrow account according to the following schedules:
INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS: The operation of these flights is subject to the foreign governments involved granting landing rights for the flight. If the air carrier cannot obtain these rights for any particular flight leg of the Expedition, that flight leg will be canceled and alternative arrangements may be made at the discretion of National Geographic Expeditions or the Tour Operator.
any other cause(s) beyond their control; and (C) any and all claims, actions, or losses for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, loss of services, lost profits, or consequential, exemplary, indirect, or punitive damages or otherwise which may arise out of or occur during your travel in connection with the Expedition. The Participant waives any claim against any of the Released Parties for any such loss, damage, injury, or death, including any right to seek consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages against any CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS: If you cancel your reservation or of the Released Parties for any reason whatsoever. None of the Released change your plans, your right to receive a refund is limited, as described Parties shall be liable for any air carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by in the following schedules. All requests for refunds must be sent to us in the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket. writing via mail, fax, or email. All cancellations will become effective as of ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF RISK: You understand and acknowledge the date of the postmark or email receipt. that your travel in connection with and participation in the Expedition or any activities that may take place during the Expedition may involve For the October 3, 2019 departure: risk and potential exposure to injury or fatal injury and that risk and If your notice is received... You will receive a refund of all deposits less a... dangers may arise or be caused by the negligence or participation of other On or before October 3, 2018 $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. Participants, contractors, and/or subcontractors for the Expedition or from From Oct. 4, 2018 to Feb. 4, 2019 $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. other foreseeable and unforeseeable causes, including weather and other From February 5 to April 3, 2019 $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. acts of nature. From April 4 to June 3, 2019 $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. After June 3, 2019 No refund. EXPRESS ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY: In recognition of the inherent risk of the travels and related activities in For the October 31, 2019 departure: which you are intending to engage, you confirm that you are physically and If your notice is received... You will receive a refund of all deposits less a... mentally capable of participating in the Expedition and that you willingly On or before October 31, 2018 $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. and voluntarily assume full responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage From Nov. 1, 2018 to Feb. 28, 2019 $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. suffered by you or caused by you. By registering for the Expedition, you From March 1 to April 30, 2019 $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. certify that you do not have any mental, physical, or other condition or From May 1 to June 28, 2019 $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. disability that would create a hazard for yourself or other Participants. The After June 28, 2019 No refund. Tour Operator reserves the right in its sole discretion to accept, decline to accept, or remove any Participant on the Expedition and reserves the right, For the December 28, 2019 departure: subject to the Terms and Conditions contained herein, to withdraw any part If your notice is received... You will receive a refund of all deposits less a... or all of the Expedition and to make such changes as may be necessary. On or before December 28, 2018 $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. From Dec. 29, 2018 to Apr. 29, 2019 From April 30 to June 28, 2019 From June 29 to August 28, 2019 After August 28, 2019
$5,000 per-person cancellation fee. $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. No refund.
Refunds will be made within 14 days of receipt of your notice of cancellation.
Leaving an Expedition in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not October 3, 2019 departure: Make checks payable to “NGATW2-19 result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any unused portions Escrow.” The second payment of $20,000 per person is due February 4, 2019. of an Expedition. If you cancel and provide a substitute Participant for Final payment is due June 3, 2019. the Expedition, you will receive from the Tour Operator a full refund October 31, 2019 departure: Make checks payable to “NGATW3-19 Escrow.” of money paid toward the price less an administrative charge of $25 for The second payment of $20,000 per person is due February 28, 2019. Final effecting the substitution once the substitute Participant has paid in full. payment is due June 28, 2019. If we make major changes prior to departure, you have the right to December 28, 2019 departure: Make checks payable to “NGATW4-19 cancel and receive a full refund. Please note that the costs for visas, Escrow.” The second payment of $20,000 per person is due April 29, 2019. commercial air tickets, insurance, suite upgrades, and pre- or postExpedition independent arrangements may not be refundable. The Final payment is due August 28, 2019. following are major changes: (1) a change in the departure or return date, Mail or fax the Reservation Form to National Geographic Expeditions, 3131 unless the change results from a flight delay experienced by the air carrier Elliott Avenue, Suite 300, Seattle, Washington 98121; fax: 206-447-7717; or (If, however, the delay is longer than 48 hours, it will be considered a major call 1-800-224-1894. If the Expedition is fully booked when your reservation change.); (2) a change in the origin or destination city for any flight leg, is received, your payment will be returned within seven days, or, with your unless the change affects only the order in which cities named in a tour authorization, the Tour Operator can retain the deposit and place your name package are visited; (3) a substitute of any hotel of lower standard; (4) a on a waiting list in the event other passengers cancel their reservations. Even price increase of more than ten percent occurring ten or more days before if you authorize the Tour Operator to put your name on a waiting list and departure. In no event can we increase your price less than ten days before retain your deposit, the Tour Operator will notify you within seven days if the departure. If a major change must be made in the Expedition, we will notify Expedition is still fully booked. you within seven days after first learning of the change, but in any event at SECURITY AGREEMENT: Your payments are held in an escrow account at least ten days prior to the scheduled departure. If, less than ten days before The Commerce Bank of Washington (“TCBW”), 601 Union Street, Suite 3600, scheduled departure, we become aware that a major change must be made, Seattle, WA 98101-1342. Participants are protected by a Letter of Credit #592 we will notify you as soon as possible. Within seven days after receiving issued by TCBW (the “Security Agreement”). Any claims against this Security notification of a major change, but in no event later than departure, you Agreement must be filed with the Tour Operator or TCBW within 60 days of may cancel your reservation and you will receive a full refund within 14 the termination of the Expedition. After that time, the Tour Operator and days after canceling. If a major change that you are unwilling to accept occurs after the departure of the flight, we will refund, within 14 days TCBW will be released from liability under the Security Agreement. after your scheduled return date, that portion of your payment that WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: A privately chartered Boeing 757 applies to the services not accepted. If we must cancel the Expedition, that departs from the departure city and returns to the final destination city, we will notify you in writing within seven days of the cancellation, but in both as listed in the itinerary. Deluxe or best available accommodations and all no event later than ten days before the scheduled departure date. We have applicable taxes in the destinations and options as indicated in the brochure, no right to cancel the Expedition less than ten days before departure, from arrival at the first hotel through departure from the last hotel. All meals except for circumstances that make it physically impossible to perform beginning with dinner on the first night of the Expedition and ending with the trip or if a United States State Department Travel Warning not breakfast on the last morning of the Expedition. All taxes; airport transfers at previously in effect is issued for one of the destinations on the itinerary. the beginning and end of the Expedition; group transportation; excursions; If that occurs, we will notify you as soon as possible, but not later than the special events and activities; program of options at most destinations; scheduled departure date. If the Expedition is canceled, the Tour Operator enrichment program, including lectures by a team of experts; services of will make a full refund to you within 14 days after cancellation. The rights professional staff, including an Expedition physician; amenities package; and remedies made available under this contract are in addition to any other $100,000 medical evacuation insurance for covered reasons; bottled water rights or remedies available under applicable law. However, we offer refunds throughout the Expedition (during sightseeing, at scheduled meals, and in under this contract with the express understanding that the receipt of that your room); all beverages, including liquor, aboard the private jet; liquor during refund by a passenger waives the additional remedies. special events and cocktail parties on land; house wine and/or beer at lunch and dinner; nonalcoholic beverages at all scheduled meals on land; baggage TERMS AND CONDITIONS handling during the Expedition; Internet access in hotels, where available; ITINERARY CHANGES: The itinerary and staff are subject to modification and tips or gratuities to local guides, drivers, porters, and waitstaff. Any tips or and change by National Geographic Expeditions or the Tour Operator. Every gratuities not specifically mentioned as included in the total Expedition price reasonable effort will be made to operate the program as planned; however, will be at your discretion. No refund will be made for any accommodations should unforeseen world events and conditions require our itinerary to be or services included in the Expedition price that you voluntarily do not use. altered, we reserve the right to do so for the safety and best interest of the The exact Expedition itinerary, names and locations of hotels, length of stay group. National Geographic Expeditions and the Tour Operator reserve the at each hotel, and other ground accommodations and services are set forth right to cancel any trip in the event inadequate enrollment makes the trip in the itinerary, which is by this reference expressly incorporated into this economically infeasible to operate. In such a case, the Tour Operator will Agreement. provide you with a full refund of the monies paid to the Tour Operator for WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: Commercial airfare from the Expedition. your home city to the departure city, and return airfare from the final destination city to your home city; optional and additional accident/baggage/ cancellation insurance; passport and visa fees; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, and fax fees; all beverages not mentioned above as included; hotel minibar charges; meals not scheduled by the Tour Operator; and inoculation and medication costs of any kind.
INSURANCE: National Geographic Expeditions and the Tour Operator
strongly recommend trip insurance. Insurance premium payments are subject to the policies of the insurance carrier.
BAGGAGE: On the private jet, each passenger is limited to 100 pounds of
checked baggage in two bags (one bag of your choice limited to 50 pounds and one wheeled bag that the Tour Operator will send to you ahead of time for use on the Expedition limited to 50 pounds), plus a few smaller carry-on items like a backpack and/or camera. In certain destinations you may fly on private light aircraft. Due to weight restrictions on these flights you will only be allowed to use your wheeled bag plus your hand-carry luggage (including camera equipment). For international flights, the air carrier’s liability is limited to the actual value of the baggage but not more than 1,000 Special Drawing Rights, or approximately $1,250 per passenger, unless a higher value is declared at the time of check-in and an appropriate excess valuation charge is paid. Baggage, when not handled by the Tour Operator, and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the Participant.
AIRCRAFT: The private jet flights will be performed using a Boeing 757 jet with 80 VIP-class seats. The air carriers for the Expeditions will be TUI Airways Limited, Wigmore House/Wigmore Place, Wigmore Lane, Bedfordshire, Luton LU2 9TN UK and Titan Airways, Stansted Airport, Essex CM24 1RN England. The Tour Operator and air carrier reserve the right to substitute equivalent aircraft if necessary. Your itinerary may include flights on smaller aircraft operated by local approved airline carriers. Seating on these aircraft will be economy or economy with limited business seats, based upon the configuration of the aircraft.
PHOTOGRAPHY: We reserve the right to take photographs or videos
during the operation of any Expedition or part thereof and to use the resulting photography, videos, or recordings for promotional or commercial use. By making a reservation on the Expedition, the Participant agrees to allow his/ her likeness to be used by National Geographic Partners, LLC, its parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, and their respective employees, officers, directors, successors, representatives, assigns (collectively “National Geographic”), National Geographic–authorized third parties, and the Tour Operator without compensation to the Participant. If the Participant prefers that his/ her likeness not be used, he/she must notify us in writing prior to departure of the trip. Copyright in all photographs, video, and related materials created by the Participant (“Expedition Materials”) shall belong to the Participant upon creation. The Participant grants to National Geographic a nonexclusive, worldwide, irrevocable license to use any Expedition Materials provided to National Geographic and/or the Tour Operator in any media now existing or subsequently developed for the following limited purposes: editorial use, promotion of this editorial use, promotion of National Geographic’s travel programs, or promotion of the mission of National Geographic.
RELEASE OF LIABILITY: The passenger tickets in use by the carriers shall constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the passenger; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time Expedition Participants are not aboard their conveyance. Neither National Geographic, the Tour Operator, nor any of their respective owners, subsidiaries, affiliates, directors, employees, contractors, officers, or agents (collectively, the “Released Parties”) shall be held liable for: (A) any damage to, or loss of, property or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any other provider, including but not limited to any defect in any aircraft, watercraft, or vehicle operated or provided by such other provider; (B) any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government or any subdivision or agent thereof, or by acts of God, strikes, fire, flood, war, rebellion, terrorism, insurrection, sickness, quarantine, epidemics, theft, or
ARBITRATION: Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to this
Agreement or the performance thereunder, including without limitation any claim related to bodily injury, property damage, or death, shall be settled by binding arbitration in Seattle, Washington, U.S., in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association then existing, and judgment on the arbitration award may be entered in any court having jurisdiction over the subject matter of the controversy. Such proceedings will be governed by substantive Washington State law. This agreement to arbitrate does not waive or modify the liability release contained in this document.
EXCLUSIVE GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Washington, without regard to conflicts of laws principles. If the right to seek arbitration is for any reason waived by both parties, or if judicial review of any arbitration is sought, any action or legal proceeding arising out of this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the courts of the State of Washington, or, if it has or can acquire jurisdiction, in the United States District Court for the Western District of Washington or the appropriate appellate courts, and the parties hereby waive any objection to venue or jurisdiction in connection therewith. In connection with any action or legal proceeding arising out of this Agreement, the parties hereby specifically and knowingly waive any rights that either party might have to demand a jury trial. SINGLE/SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS AND SUITE UPGRADES:
A limited number of single rooms are available at extra cost on a first-come, first-served basis. The Tour Operator will make reasonable efforts to assist persons requesting a roommate. Participants will be notified if a suitable roommate is found. If a roommate is not confirmed, the single rate will be charged. Suite rooms are available in some destinations; more information about them, including their extra costs, will be sent to you in the months before departure.
AIRFARE: The Tour Operator is happy to assist you in reserving commercial
flights from your home city to the trip departure city, and from the trip’s final destination to your home city in the class of service you prefer. Please ask for details.
VISAS AND ENTRY PERMITS: To participate in the Expedition, visas and/or entry permits may be required for some countries. Acquiring visas and/or entry permits is the responsibility of the Participant. Failure to obtain visas and/or entry permits does not negate the Terms and Conditions. Any extra costs for rerouting a Participant without visas and/or entry permits will be the responsibility of the Participant. The Tour Operator will provide information on the necessary visas and/or entry permits in pre-departure documents. HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: This is an active trip that requires you to make a realistic assessment of your health. All Participants are expected to be in active good health, to be comfortable traveling as part of a group, and to be ready to experience cultural differences with grace. Walking and climbing stairs are required in many hotels and airports, and to board the aircraft, and are part of many excursions. Please note: to go to certain destinations or participate in certain activities, such as visiting a highaltitude area (8,000 feet above sea level and higher), you will need to obtain your physician’s approval. A form will be sent to you for your physician to sign. We are prepared to arrange for an alternative destination or activity if your physician recommends it. Malaria and other diseases may be present in some of the countries featured in this itinerary; proof of yellow fever inoculation may be required. For the latest recommendations on specific health precautions for the areas you will visit, consult your physician and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Any physical condition requiring special attention, diet, or treatment should be reported in writing when the reservation is made. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate travelers with special needs; however, we regret that we cannot accommodate wheelchairs. If you require a slower pace, extra assistance, or the use of a cane or walking stick, arrangements will be made for private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the discretion of our Expedition staff. Any extra cost for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the traveler. If you would like to forgo some of the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, please feel free to do so at any time. BASIS OF RATES: All prices are based on two persons sharing a room. All
prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars. The rates are based on current tariffs and are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. While we will make reasonable efforts to maintain the listed prices, if it is necessary to levy a surcharge, we reserve the right to do so and will notify you at the time of final invoicing. The Tour Operator is a Registered Seller of Travel in the State of Washington (#602-320-265), a California Seller of Travel (#2071584-30), an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau, and is endorsed by IATAN, the International Airlines Travel Agent Network (#50-755585). The Tour Operator’s Dunn & Bradstreet D-U-N-S number is 17-084-7961. For the most complete and current Terms and Conditions, please see our website at natgeoexpeditions.com. Copyright © 2018 National Geographic Partners, LLC NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPEDITIONS and the Yellow Border Design are registered trademarks of the National Geographic Society, used under license. Printed on Recycled Paper
R E S E R VAT I O N F O R M To reserve your place, complete this form and mail it to the address listed below. Or reserve online at natgeoexpeditions.com or call 1-800 -224-1894. PLEASE RE SERVE
PL AC E (S) ON TH E S EL ECT ED EX P ED I T I O N :
E XPED ITI O N DATE S
Price per Person, Double Occupancy
Single Supplement
Escrow Account
❏ OCTOBER 3–26, 2019
$86,945
$8,695
NGATW2-19
❏ OCTOBER 31–NOVEMBER 2 3, 2019
$86,945
$8,695
NGATW3-19
❏ DECEMBER 28, 2019–JANUARY 20, 2020
$89,945
$8,995
NGATW4-19
NAME
DATE A N D Y E A R O F B I RT H
N A M E DAT E A N D Y E A R O F B I RTH
M A I LI N G A D D R E S S ( P L E A S E D O N OT L IST A P.O. B OX .)
C I T Y, STAT E , Z I P C O D E
(
)
(
H OM E P H O N E
)
(
WO R K P H O N E
CELL PHONE
( E M A I L
)
) FA X
N AT I O NA L G EO G RA P H I C E X P E D IT IO N S K E Y C O D E ( F ROM YE L LOW B OX O N BAC K C OV E R)
N ATI O N A L G EO G RA P H I C EX P E D I TI O N S C U STOM E R C ODE ( F ROM B LU E B OX O N BAC K C OV ER )
AC C OM MO DAT I O N S : PLEASE CHECK THE BOX THAT APPLIES.
❏ I PLAN TO SHARE ACCOMMODATIONS.
❏ I PREFER SINGLE ACCOMMODATIONS WHERE AVAILABLE AND AGREE TO
PAY THE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT.
❏ I PLAN TO SHARE ACCOMMODATIONS WITH SOMEONE WHO HAS
❏ P LEASE ARRANGE A SHARE FOR ME. I AM A ❏ NONSMOKER ❏ SMOKER.
SUBMITTED A SEPARATE RESERVATION FORM:
IF A SHARE CANNOT BE ARRANGED, I AGREE TO PAY THE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT. INFORMATION ABOUT ALL SUITE UPGRADES AND OPTIONAL PROGRAMS WILL BE SENT TO YOU SEPARATELY.
NAME
T E R M S A N D C O N D I T I O N S : I/WE HAVE READ THE ITINERARY AND AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND OPERATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTRACT, INCLUDING THE ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY PROVISIONS OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. (EACH TRAVELER MUST SIGN.)
S I G N AT U R E
DATE
S I G N AT U R E
DATE
PAYM E N T: E N C LOS E D I S MY D E P O S I T C H EC K FO R $ YO U R D E PA RT U R E ( S E E A B OV E ) .
( $5,0 0 0 P ER P ER S O N ) . P L E A S E M A K E C H EC KS PAYA B L E TO T H E E S C ROW AC C O U N T AS SO C I ATE D W I TH
OR P LE A S E C H A RG E MY D E P O SIT O F $
( $5,0 0 0 P E R P E R S O N ) TO
/
/
/
AC C O U N T N UM B ER
/ E X P I RATI ON DATE
( C H A RG E S C A N B E MA D E TO MO ST M A J O R C RE D IT C A RD S, IN C LU D I N G V I SA , M A STE RC A R D, A N D A M ER I C A N EX P R E S S. )
MY C R E D I T C A R D A N D B I LL IN G A D D RE S S ( IF D IF F E RE N T F ROM A B OV E )
N ATI O N AL G EO G RAP HI C E X P E DI T I ON S, 3131 EL L I OT T AV EN U E, S U I T E 3 0 0, S E AT T L E, WA 9 8 1 2 1 P HO N E : 1- 8 00 -2 24 -1894 • FA X : 1-20 6 - 447-7 7 1 7 • N ATGEOEX P EDI T I ON S.C OM
AT W 0 918
PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID SEATTLE, WA PERMIT NO 2018 31 31 EL L I OT T AV EN U E, S U I T E 3 0 0, S E AT T L E, WA 9 8 1 2 1
A R O U N D T H E W O R L D B Y P R I VAT E J E T A N E X P LO R AT I O N O F T H E W O R L D ’ S G R E AT E S T T R E A S U R E S A N D L E G E N DA RY P L AC E S
C A L L 1 - 8 0 0 -2 2 4 -1 8 9 4 O R V I S I T N AT G E O E X P E D I T I O N S . C O M
M ACHU PICCHU
M A A S A I WA R R I O R
PERU
TA N Z A N I A
EASTER ISLAND
CHILE
G R E AT B A R R I E R R E E F AUSTRALIA