15 Unique Ways to Explore Europe | National Geographic Expeditions

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S I G N AT U R E L A N D Europe enchants, with its astounding diversity of cultures and landscapes, its deeply rooted traditions and entangled histories, its Old World charm and modern vitality. We invite you to experience the many facets of this extraordinary continent with our experts on inspiring expeditions by land, river cruise, or train.

Imagine the events of D-Day while standing on the beaches of Normandy with a military historian. Hike the most picturesque sections of Spain’s Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, or ride a train through the glorious Norwegian fjord lands. Take part in a sunrise photo shoot as you cruise the Danube through Austria's stunning Wachau Valley, or explore Iceland from its lava caves to its glaciers. You’ll meet local people and enjoy an insider’s perspective on treasured places, while savoring Europe’s incomparable architecture, art, cuisine, and natural beauty.

Front cover: Three rivers converge—the Danube, Inn, and Ilz—at the heart of Passau, Germany.

This page: An AmaWaterways riverboat docks at the Bavarian town of Vilshofen.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED WITH NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPEDITIONS

• A wide variety of daily activities and excursions that allow you to explore your destination in depth • Enriching talks and presentations by your National Geographic Expert as well as local experts • O utstanding accommodations selected for their location, character, and high level of service • A ll breakfasts and select lunches and dinners, including specially arranged meals with local entertainment • A staff of seasoned, English-speaking professionals • Airport transfers upon arrival and departure and transportation during your trip • Entrance fees and local taxes • All gratuities except for Expedition Leader

Clockwise from top: Switzerland's Gornergrat cog railway passes near the cloud-shrouded peak of the Matterhorn; Slovenia's iconic island church casts its reflection on Lake Bled; World War II relics recall the fierce D-Day battle at Normandy's Utah Beach.

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Archaeologist Ana Pinto examines traces of early humans at a cave site in Asturias, Spain.

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KNOWLEDGE LET OUR EXPERTS GUIDE YOU You deepen your understanding of the world when you travel with National Geographic—whether you’re venturing to one of Iceland’s largest glaciers with a glaciologist or photographing Christmas markets along the Danube with a seasoned National Geographic photographer. From the scientists, photographers, and explorers who accompany our trips to the local guides and experts we meet in the field, you’ll be surrounded by people who are steeped in knowledge and insight about the places we go. And they’re passionate about sharing that knowledge with you.

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Vienna dazzles with the festive lights from its annual Christmas market.

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RIVER CRUISES

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Glide along Europe’s rivers on a world-class riverboat, exploring the Danube or the waterways of Holland with a National Geographic Expert and a National Geographic photographer.

Our new river cruises, operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways, accommodate up to 156 passengers in spacious suites with private balconies. Savor local music and cuisine on board as you sail through magnificent scenery to medieval villages and cosmopolitan cities.

From a bike tour of Austria’s Wachau Valley to a chocolate workshop in Belgium, you’ll have your choice of excursions at every port of call.

Clockwise from left: The spires and domes of Budapest's neo-Gothic Parliament building rise above the Danube; guests enjoy coffee on the sundeck while cruising the Danube; tulips set off one of Holland's centuries-old windmills; the AmaViola docks at picturesque Dürnstein in Austria's Wachau Valley.

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SPECIAL OFFER

DA N U B E R I V E R C R U I S E : B U DA P E S T TO V I L S H O F E N

• Travel through five countries, exploring medieval towns and castles along the Danube.

• Delve into local traditions with food and wine tastings, concerts, and an evening of folklore.

• Take part in an expert-led sunrise photo shoot in the glorious Wachau Valley.

the grand boulevards of Pest, linked by eight elegant bridges that span the Danube.

See the architectural gems of Pest, including the neo-Gothic Parliament building, and ascend Buda’s Castle Hill. Have lunch on your own in the city, and travel to Vac to meet the ship.

Alternatively, hike up Castle Hill, stopping at viewpoints and landmarks along the way.

Hear a talk by our experts during a leisurely afternoon of sailing. After dinner, enjoy a Hungarian folklore performance.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I BUDAPEST, HUNGARY Arrive in Budapest and board our ship. Join our National Geographic Experts for a welcome reception and dinner. Then take a walking tour to see the majestic buildings of Budapest illuminated at night.

AmaViola for the entire voyage | Meals: 1L, 1D DAY 2 I BUDAPEST Set out on a full-day tour of the two distinct sides of Budapest: the cobbled hills of Buda and

DAY 3 I BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA Wake up in Bratislava, capital of Slovakia.

On a guided walk, venture into St. Martin’s Cathedral and stroll cobblestoned streets to the picturesque main square. Or choose an invigorating hike instead, climbing to the city’s castle for breathtaking views.

Alternatively, set off on a food tour, seeing the sights and sampling cheeses, charcuterie, and other traditional delicacies along the way. As we cruise this afternoon, join our experts for a talk, and savor a Viennese favorite: apfelstrudel. Enjoy a waltz performance after dinner.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

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

River Cruise

Light or Moderate

DAY 4 I VIENNA, AUSTRIA Explore imperial Vienna on foot, from the Hofburg Palace to the Spanish Riding School.

Or tour the city by bicycle, pedaling to sites like the Secession Art Museum and the Vienna Concert Hall. Take a special behindthe-scenes tour of Vienna’s Museum of Natural History led by Ludovic Ferrière, a National Geographic Explorer and co-curator of the museum’s meteorite exhibit.

Tour Schönbrunn Palace, the baroque summer residence of the imperial family, and enjoy free time to explore this afternoon.

If you wish, return to the city for a classical concert tonight.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 5 I DÜRNSTEIN/WACHAU VALLEY Rise early to join our National Geographic photographer on deck for a sunrise photo shoot as we cruise into the World Heritage– listed Wachau Valley. Tour medieval Dürnstein and the magnificent Melk Abbey, ride a bike through the villages of the Wachau Valley, or go on a walking tour of Dürnstein that culminates with a wine-tasting at the town’s abbey. Cruise west this afternoon, enjoying a talk by our experts and traditional Austrian refreshments. Stop at the hilltop

Clockwise from above: Steeples punctuate the skyline of Passau’s Alstadt, or old town; the town of Weissenkirchen lies in the heart of Austria's Wachau Valley wine country; travelers pedal past the 900-year-old Klosterneuburg Abbey near Vienna; paintings of historic moments adorn the walls of Passau's Town Hall.

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Castle Greinburg to hear local legends during a wine reception. Tonight, sit down to a specially prepared meal followed by a classical concert on board.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 6 I LINZ/SALZBURG OR ČESKÝ KRUMLOV, CZECHIA (CZECH REPUBLIC) Arrive in the port city of Linz, a cultural capital that inspired composers like Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert. Explore the old city on a walking tour or a bike ride, and return to the ship for a leisurely brunch. Travel into the Czech Republic in the afternoon for a visit to the World Heritage site of Český Krumlov— a labyrinth of cobblestoned streets with medieval, baroque, and Renaissance houses; lively cafés; and hidden squares. Alternatively, spend the entire day discovering the storybook streets of Salzburg. Back on board, gather for a talk by our experts before the captain’s farewell dinner and an Austrian folklore performance.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 7 I PASSAU, GERMANY Set at the scenic confluence of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz rivers, Passau was once an important trading center. Admire the town’s celebrated

baroque architecture on a walking tour, or hike up to Veste Oberhaus, a 13th-century hilltop fortress offering panoramic views of Passau and its rivers. Tonight, toast our Danube voyage at a festive Oktoberfest-like celebration.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 8 I VILSHOFEN/MUNICH Disembark in Vilshofen and transfer to the airport in Munich to catch your flight home.

Meals: 1B SPECIAL OFFER! For a limited time, SAVE $500 per person on this itinerary. Call for details.

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

Susan Seubert Photographer Susan Seubert has produced more than 30 stories for National Geographic Traveler on assignments from Canada to the Caribbean and Texas to Thailand. She won Columbia University's Alfred Eisenstadt Award and the North American Travel Journalists Association award for excellence in photography. Susan lectures regularly at institutions like Harvard University and the Portland Art Museum.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways.

Dates: This expedition is offered in July.

Visit website for complete details and dates.

Fisherman’s Bastion, perched on the hilltop of Buda

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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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DA N U B E C H R I STM A S M A R K E T S RIVER CRUISE

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

• Savor Central European holiday traditions from Budapest to Salzburg and Regensburg.

• Take an insider tour of Vienna's Museum of Natural History.

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Light or Moderate

• Delve into local culture on food tours and at private musical performances.

and Pest, a grand cityscape of wide boulevards and majestic buildings. Set out on a morning tour to discover Buda’s Castle Hill, and enjoy sweeping views from Fishermen’s Bastion. Then head to Pest to see Heroes’ Square and venture into the city’s renowned Christmas markets.

Meet the ship in Esztergom and take to the Danube this afternoon. Gather for a talk by our expert and take part in Eastern European holiday traditions while decorating the ship’s Christmas tree. Trace the border with Slovakia toward the Gabčíkovo Lock.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I BUDAPEST, HUNGARY Arrive in Budapest and settle into your cabin.

If you wish, visit one of Budapest’s Christmas markets this afternoon. After the captain’s welcome reception and dinner, take in a Hungarian folklore performance.

AmaLea for the entire trip | Meals: 1L, 1D DAY 2 I BUDAPEST Straddling the Danube, Hungary’s capital is a tale of two cities: Buda, set on quaint, cobbled hills,

DAY 3 I VIENNA, AUSTRIA Discover imperial Vienna on foot, from magnificent St. Stephan’s Cathedral to Hofburg Palace. Step into a winter wonderland at the enchanting Christmas village on Maria Theresa Square. Then take a behind-the-scenes tour of Vienna’s Museum of Natural History led by National Geographic Explorer Ludovic Ferrière, a co-curator of the museum’s meteorite exhibit.

Enjoy a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace, and sip a glass of Weihnachtspunsch or glühwein at the palace’s intimate Christmas market. This evening, attend a classical concert in town or visit the festive Rathausplatz Christmas market.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 4 I MELK/WACHAU VALLEY Wake up in Austria’s gorgeous Wachau Valley.

Take a guided tour of the baroque Benedictine Melk Abbey before lunch on board. As we sail toward Germany, taste a traditional onion tart and a sparkling Kaiserspritzer on the sundeck, and attend a talk by our experts. Over evening cocktails, gather to sing Christmas carols as we cruise past churches and castles festooned with holiday decor. Enjoy a classical music performance. Tonight, leave your shoes outside your cabin before bed in the Germanic tradition of honoring Saint Nicholas, the patron saint of children.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 5 I PASSAU, GERMANY/ SALZBURG, AUSTRIA Set at the scenic confluence of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz rivers, Passau was once an important trading center. Admire the town’s celebrated baroque architecture on a walking tour.

Or choose a full-day excursion to Salzburg.

Stroll the storybook streets of the old town and visit the Christmas market set within historic Mirabell Palace. Continue to Hellbrunn Palace, transformed for the season into an enormous, glittering advent calendar surrounded by more than 700 Christmas trees.

Clockwise from above: Salzburg, the "city of churches," shimmers in the winter night; Christmas decorations add to the glow of Budapest's St. Stephen's Basilica; snow dusts the parish church in the Austrian village of Hallstatt; passersby browse the wares at Nuremburg’s Christmas market.

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Tonight, sit down to a specially prepared meal and an Austrian folklore performance.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 6 I REGENSBURG, GERMANY Attend a morning talk by our experts as we cruise west. Weather permitting, meet on deck for a frühschoppen, or traditional German and Austrian late-morning gathering.

In Regensburg, take a guided walk through the medieval center and meander through the Christmas market, considered one of the most beautiful in Germany. Sample Bavarian specialties like bratwurst, pretzels, and beer on a tasting tour, and see handmade wares at the Thurn and Taxis Christmas Market.

After dinner, enjoy the festive sounds of a brass band.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 7 I NUREMBURG Meet for a final talk by our experts as we cruise toward Nuremburg. Set off on a tour of this storied walled city, the capital of the German Renaissance. Then delve into its Christkindlesmarkt—Germany’s largest Christmas market—which unfurls amid the ornate churches on Nuremburg’s main square.

Or, on a Franconian tasting tour, visit a

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brewery where red and wheat beers are brewed; try Nuremburger bratwursts; and sample lebkuchen, or gingerbread.

Celebrate your holiday voyage at the captain’s farewell dinner tonight.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 8 I NUREMBURG Disembark after breakfast and transfer to the airport in Nuremburg for your flight home.

Meals: 1B

A National Geographic Expert and National Geographic photographer will accompany this trip, and we’ll meet local guides along the way.

Teresa Fisher Writer Teresa Fisher is a travel writer who has lived and worked in Germany, Ireland, Italy, Switzerland, Taiwan, and England. She has penned children's books as well as more than 30 guidebooks for National Geographic, 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.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways.

Dates: This expedition is offered in December.

Visit website for complete details and dates.

Folkloric dancers perform aboard the AmaLea.

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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HOLLAND AND BELGIUM IN SPRINGTIME BY RIVER CRUISE

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

• Cruise Amsterdam’s canals, and take walking or biking tours of Rotterdam and Antwerp.

• Explore the windmills of Kinderdijk, visit a tulip farm, and bike to a cheese farm in Zeeland.

River Cruise

Light or Moderate

• Attend a chocolate workshop in Ghent, and see the Floralia flower show in a Belgian castle.

DAY 2 I AMSTERDAM Explore enchanting Amsterdam on a variety of excursions today. Delve into the city’s history and architecture on a canal cruise, or browse the exhibitions at Floriade, an international horticulture expo that occurs once every 10 years. Alternatively, encounter the work of famous Dutch artists at the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum. During an afternoon of cruising, attend talks by our experts and enjoy afternoon tea.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS Arrive in Amsterdam and board the AmaMora this afternoon. Meet our National Geographic Experts at a welcome reception and dinner tonight. Enjoy a Dutch dance performance, or join our National Geographic photographer for a tutorial.

AmaMora for the entire voyage | Meals: 1L, 1D

DAY 3 I KINDERDIJK/ROTTERDAM Discover the 19 windmills of UNESCO World Heritage–designated Kinderdijk, built in the 18th century to drain the marshy lowlands. Visit the site by electric boat and on foot, or set off on a guided bike ride. 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 by 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.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 4 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 DAY 5 I GHENT/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

Clockwise from above: Twilight sets off the World Heritage–listed belfries of Ghent, Belgium; a traveler tries her hand at making chocolate; one of Kinderdijk’s historic windmills; a canal cuts through the center of Amsterdam.

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Brugge with a free afternoon to discover the town on your own.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 6 I MIDDELBURG, NETHERLANDS Wake up in Zeeland, a scenic delta where four rivers converge. Set off on a walking tour of medieval Middelburg, or ride a bike through the countryside to the village of Veere, pausing for a tasting at a cheese farm.

Alternatively, travel to Ouwerkerk to learn about the flood of 1953 and see the impressive engineering of the Delta Works that have helped prevent floods ever since.

As we sail north, attend a talk by our expert and a sunset photo shoot with our National Geographic photographer. Tonight, enjoy a special meal crafted by the chefs of an international gastronomic society.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 7 I HOORNE/AMSTERDAM Hoorne was once a base of the Dutch East India Company. Tour the city and the Westfries Museum, or visit a tulip farm to learn about the cultivation and trade of this beloved flower.

Alternatively, explore Hoorne by bike, and then pedal into the countryside to see windmills and timeless villages. This afternoon, experience

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breathtaking Keukenhof Gardens, where more than seven million blooms show off their bright hues. You may instead return to Amsterdam for a tour or time at leisure.

Join our captain for a farewell reception and dinner tonight.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 8 I AMSTERDAM After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Meals: 1B

A National Geographic Expert and photographer will accompany this trip, and we’ll meet local guides along the way.

Gianluca Colla Photographer Originally from Italy, Gianluca Colla has photographed a range of subjects, from the secrets of world’s longestliving centenarians to a lost Da Vinci painting to hidden mummies in Sicilian crypts. His work has appeared in numerous publications, including National Geographic magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, the New York Times, and the Washington Post.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways.

Dates: This expedition is offered in April.

Visit website for complete details and dates.

Bright tulips blanket the grounds of Keukenhof Gardens.

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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Picture yourself peering at prehistoric art with an archaeologist in the caves of southwestern France, or going truffle hunting with a local expert in northern Italy. When you join a National Geographic Signature Land trip, you delve deeply into local history and culture and experience the unique character of your destination. You’ll gain insights traveling with a National Geographic Expert, and stay in exceptional accommodations chosen for their location and sense of place. Whether you choose an epic train journey, a hiking expedition, or an in-depth exploration of a region or theme, our Signature Land trips will have you immersed in spectacular places.

Clockwise from left: Snow-dusted slopes set off the bright colors of Reykjavík; the Cro Magnon cave paintings at Lascaux date back some 17,000 years; a train transits a tunnel on the coast of Siberia’s Lake Baikal; hikers on Spain's Camino de Santiago follow the scallop shell marker that symbolizes the historic pilgrimage route.

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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 P AMPLONA, 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 our 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

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

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Signature Land

Moderate/Strenuous

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

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.

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

Visit website for complete details and dates.

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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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 the International Centre for Cave Art. • Discover Castel-Merle's prehistoric stone shelters with an archaeologist.

Spend a night in beautiful San Sebastián.

Parador de Santillana Gil Blas; Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra | Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D DAYS 5–6 I S AINT ÉMILION, FRANCE/ VÉZÈRE VALLEY Tour Saint-Émilion, then continue to the Dordogne region and enjoy a lecture from Christine Desdemaines-Hugon, an expert on Paleolithic art, before a tour of the National Museum of Prehistory. Later, see the polychrome paintings of Font-de-Gaume. Hostellerie La Roseraie Meals: 2B, 2D

DAY 1 I MADRID, SPAIN Arrive in Madrid, and visit the National Archaeological Museum and Retiro Park on a walking tour. Hotel Wellington | Meals: 1D DAYS 2–4 I C ANTABRIA CAVES/ SAN SEBASTIÁN In Cantabria, venture into the Atapuerca archaeological site. Then encounter some of the oldest artistic representations in human history at Puente Viesgo. Explore Las Monedas Cave, the Altamira Museum, and El Pendo Cave.

DAYS 7–8 I PECH MERLE/LASCAUX IV/ CASTEL-MERLE Examine the sculpted frieze at Cap Blanc; then venture into Pech Merle, a cave system filled with prehistoric art and artifacts. Enjoy a specially arranged tour of Lascaux IV—the most complete recreation of the original Lascaux Caves. Join archaeologist Isabelle Castanet at Castel-Merle, a complex of prehistoric stone shelters, then gather for a “prehistoric” meal.

Hostellerie La Roseraie | 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.

Hotel de Normandie | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

1 0 D AY S F R O M $ 7, 4 5 0

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Light/Moderate

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

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. She 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.

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

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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.

Above: Visitors get a close-up view of the remarkable prehistoric art in Spain’s Altamira cave.

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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

9 D AY S F R O M $ 8 , 7 9 5 *

• 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.

Southwick House, former headquarters of the Allied commanders. Southampton Harbour Hotel or Hôtel du Vin | Meals: 1B, 1D

DAYS 1–2 I LONDON, ENGLAND Enjoy a welcome reception, then tour the Churchill War Rooms. Explore the H.M.S. Belfast and visit Norfolk House, where much of the planning for D-Day took place. Kensington Hotel or Royal Horseguards Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1D DAY 3 I LONDON/PORTSMOUTH At Bletchley Park, discover the story behind the Enigma code breakers. Travel to Portsmouth to explore the D-Day Museum, and tour

DAYS 4–7 I NORMANDY, FRANCE/

D-DAY ANNIVERSARY Cross the English Channel to Normandy and visit the Pegasus Memorial Bridge. Trace the footsteps of brave soldiers on Utah Beach, and see the German artillery battery at Longues-surMer. Walk the evocative battlefield at Pointe du Hoc, and explore the village of Saint-MèreÉglise, where paratroopers landed 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.* Learn the history of the Vierville Draw and see remnants of German fortifications along the Atlantic Wall.

Ferme de la Rançonnière or Hôtel La Marine Meals: 4B, 3L, 3D DAYS 8–9 I BAYEUX/PARIS Visit the 11th-century Notre Dame Cathedral of Bayeux and see the UNESCO World Heritage– listed Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the Norman Conquest in detailed embroidery.

Cap off your trip with a farewell dinner in Paris.

Hôtel Edouard VII | Meals: 2B, 1D

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

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

Martin Morgan Historian Martin Morgan specializes in American and military history and has led battlefield tours around the world since 2002.

He has authored two books on D-Day and World War II, as well as numerous magazine articles. Marty appears frequently in history documentaries on the National Geographic Channel, the Discovery Channel, History, the Smithsonian Channel, and elsewhere.

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

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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 at the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial. Please visit our website to view our 8-day program.

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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.

• Wind through karst landscapes in Italy’s Val Rosandra Nature Reserve.

DAYS 4–7 I NOCKBERGE BIOSPHERE RESERVE/KRANJSKA GORA, SLOVENIA/ TRIGLAV NATIONAL PARK/SOČA VALLEY The next stage of our 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 Boka waterfall and on the banks of the Soča River, winding around to the town of Kobarid, where we’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/ VAL ROSANDRA NATURE RESERVE/ 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 our final hike through the karst landscapes of the Val Rosandra Nature Reserve, and catch a glimpse of the iconic Lipizzan horses of the Lipica Stud Farm along the way. Return to Ljubljana on the final morning to catch your return flight home.

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

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

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

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

Tara Isabella Burton Author Tara Burton has written about religion, culture, and place for National Geographic, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Washington Post, and more. She grew up between Italy, France, and the United States; and has lived in Tbilisi, Georgia and Oxford, England. Tara received her doctorate in theology from Oxford in 2017, and is the author of Strange Rites: New Religions for a Godless World and the novel Social Creature.

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

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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 (2–11 miles) on moderate to steep grades. Vehicle support is provided where feasible.

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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 of Switzerland’s most iconic railways.

• 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 Mount Rosa, the Matterhorn, and 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 Z ÜRICH, SWITZERLAND/ ZERMATT/ZMUTT VALLEY Arrive in Zürich and board a train to the charming Alpine village of Zermatt. Check in to our 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 first-class 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 we soak up magnificent vistas of skyscraping, glacier-glazed peaks on our way to the Upper Engadin Valley. Disembark in St. Moritz and settle into our hotel for the evening.

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

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

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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. Enjoy lunch 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 | Meals: 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 we climb to the highest point at Ospizio Bernina, 7,578 feet above sea level. Descend to the town of Poschiavo, where we 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 the alpine landscape; the ornate ceiling of the Duomo in Como, Italy.

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DAY 7 I VARENNA, ITALY A spectacular drive through Alpine valleys brings us into the Italian Lake District. The countryside is dotted with villas in hues of terra-cotta, pink, ochre, and gold—nestled amid tropical vegetation and lush gardens.

Our 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 | 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 | 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 our journey with a farewell dinner in the home of a local family. On our final day, transfer to the Milan airport for your flight home.

Hotel Royal Victoria | Meals: 2B, 1D

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

Tim Jepson Writer, Broadcaster 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.

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 our 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. The one-hour and 23-minute 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.

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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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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, and dine in the home of a Florentine family. 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.

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—our 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 our 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 archaeologist Valerie Higgins—featured in the National Geographic documentary series The Story of God—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

1 0 D AY S F R O M $ 7, 4 9 5

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Light/Moderate

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

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 and has been involved in the excavation and reconstruction of the imperial villa of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius.

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

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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.

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

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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 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 we’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, 2L, 3D DAYS 1–3 I ATHENS, GREECE/NÁFPLIO Arrive in Athens and explore the city’s treasures, including the Acropolis, the ancient agora, and the National Archaeological Museum. Then travel south to see the Temple of Apollo and the Forum. Continue to charming Náfplio.

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

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

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

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Light/Moderate

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

Diane Harris Cline Author, Historian Diane Harris Cline has investigated the creativity and innovation of the ancient Greeks for 35 years. As the author of National Geographic’s The Greeks: An Illustrated History, she collaborated on the production of the PBS/National Geographic series The Greeks and led tours of the related exhibition. Diane is an associate professor of classics and history at George Washington University.

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

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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.

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

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TRANS-SIBERIAN RAIL EXPEDITION

• Journey across Russia on one of the world’s most legendary railways.

• Enjoy a home-cooked meal in an Irkutsk family home.

• Learn about the history of Russian space exploration during a talk by a cosmonaut.

Navy War Memorial, and the Monument to the First Settlers. Take in views of the city and its bay from the Eagle’s Nest observation platform, and visit the Vladivostok Fortress. This evening, climb aboard our luxury train and set off on our journey across Russia.

Golden Eagle Trans-Siberian Express through Day 13 | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 3 I KHABAROVSK Explore Khabarovsk’s lively squares and visit the Khabarovsk Regional Museum. Learn about the flora and fauna of the region, and see artifacts from the indigenous tribes of the Goldi and the Gilyak.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 1 I VLADIVOSTOK, RUSSIA Arrive in Vladivostok and check in to our hotel.

Meet fellow travelers at a welcome dinner.

Lotte Hotel Vladivostok | Meals: 1D DAY 2 I VLADIVOSTOK As a strategic naval outpost, Vladivostok was closed to most of the world from World War II until the end of the Cold War. Get acquainted with this modern city on a tour that includes the brightly painted railway station, the Pacific

DAYS 4–5 I SIBERIA/MONGOLIAN STEPPE As the train slips past rolling hills and Siberian villages of log houses, relax with a book, attend a talk by our expert, or simply watch the remote and ever-changing countryside pass by. On our second full day on board, we enter the sweeping Mongolian steppe.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAY 6 I ULAANBAATAR/GORKHI-TERELJ NATIONAL PARK Depart Mongolia’s capital this morning for

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nearby Gorkhi-Terelj National Park. Enjoy the alpine scenery, watch a demonstration of Mongolian horseback riding, and visit a traditional ger (felt tent). View a colossal equestrian statue of Genghis Khan, then enjoy dinner and a performance of Mongolian throat singing and traditional dance before we reboard our train and continue on our way back into Russia.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 7 I ULAN-UDE, RUSSIA The train rolls through the valley of the Selenga River, which flows into Lake Baikal.

Stop in Ulan-Ude, the capital of the Buryat Republic and once a major trading post. Pay a visit to a village of Old Believers, a group descended from 17th-century religious exiles whose fascinating culture has changed little over the centuries, and watch a performance of their unique choral music.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 8 I LAKE BAIKAL Arrive at beautiful Lake Baikal, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The lake basin holds about 20 percent of the world’s unfrozen fresh water. Our train route hugs the rocky shores and passes through 33 tunnels. Take in spectacular views from the train, and stop to explore the

Clockwise from above: The Kremlin and spires of St. Basil's Cathedral act as colorful bookends to Moscow's Red Square; in Russia’s Lake Baikal, Shamanka, or Shaman’s Rock, is considered sacred by the indigenous Buryat people; young Mongolians don traditional 13th-century garb in Ulaanbaatar; the colors of sunset mirror the hues of the Kul Sharif Mosque in Kazan’s kremlin.

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village of Listvyanka before enjoying a barbecue dinner on the shore of the lake.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 9 I IRKUTSK Spend today in Irkutsk. In the early 19th century, many Russian artists, officers, and nobles were exiled here for their involvement in the Decembrist revolt. Set out on a tour of the city’s historic sites, including a visit to a local synagogue and a private bell-ringing performance. Later, enjoy a private concert and champagne reception at the Decembrist House, and cap off the day with dinner in the home of a local family.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 10–11 I SIBERIA/NOVOSIBIRSK Enjoy a day to relax on board, taking in stunning scenery as the vast Siberian taiga unfurls. The following day, stop in Novosibirsk, Siberia’s largest city, to see the opera house and Lenin Square.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAY 12 I YEKATERINBURG Arrive in Yekaterinburg, where Russia’s last tsar, Nicholas II, and his family were executed by the Bolsheviks in 1918. Visit the Romanovs’ execution site and the Boris Yeltsin Presidential Center, which preserves the legacy of Russia’s

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first president elected by popular vote.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 13 I KAZAN Today, explore Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan, perched on the banks of the Volga River. Tour the city’s kremlin, the turquoise-topped Qol Sharif Mosque, and Annunciation Cathedral.

Pay a visit to the Kazan Conservatory and enjoy a concert performed by its students. Then set off on a private cruise along the Volga before returning to our train to depart on the final leg of our journey.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAYS 14–16 I MOSCOW Disembark in Moscow and see the city’s iconic sights. Visit the Novodevichy Convent, stroll the Red Square, and set foot in the vibrant, onion-domed St. Basil’s Cathedral. View court regalia from the Romanov dynasty at the Armory Museum. After lunch, head to the Monument to the Conquerors of Space, which sweeps some 350 feet into the sky. Delve into the history of space exploration at the recently updated Memorial Museum of Astronautics, and enjoy a specially arranged talk by a Russian cosmonaut. After breakfast the following day, transfer to the airport for your flight home.

Ararat Hyatt Park Moscow | Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

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

Andrew Evans Author Travel writer and TV host Andrew Evans has completed some 50 assignments for National Geographic, reporting live from all seven continents and over a hundred countries.

He has journeyed 12,000 miles from National Geographic headquarters to Antarctica using public transportation, and thru-hiked the Jordan Trail.

Andrew is a contributor to National Geographic and the author of five books.

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

Visit website for complete details and dates.

Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by 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.

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

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N O R WAY ' S T R A I N S A N D F J O R D S

• Experience the Flåm Railway, one of Europe's most scenic train journeys.

• Discover the spectacular West Norwegian Fjords, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

• Hear about Thor Heyerdahl's seafaring expeditions from a family connection.

DAYS 3–6 I WESTERN FJORDS Travel aboard the world-famous Flåm Railway, descending a steep valley through 20 tunnels to the fjord village of Flåm. Visit the picturesque village of Undredal, and cruise spectacular Aurlandsfjorden, Nærøyfjorden, and Geirangerfjorden. Enjoy a special visit to the Norwegian Fjord Centre before it opens to the public.

Fretheim Hotel; Hotel Union | Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D

DAYS 1–2 I OSLO, NORWAY Explore Oslo’s highlights, including Vigeland Park and the Viking Ship Museum. At the Kon-Tiki Museum, meet with a family member or biographer of Thor Heyerdahl and learn about the family’s seafaring adventures, chronicled in the pages of National Geographic magazine.

Grand Hotel Oslo | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 7–8 I TRONDHEIM Transfer to Åndalsnes and ride on the scenic Rauma Railway. Cross the historic Kylling Bridge and marvel at the 3,300-foot Trollveggen, Europe’s tallest vertical rock face. Take a city tour of Trondheim, and enjoy lunch in the colorful neighborhood of Bakklandet, lined with traditional wooden houses.

Britannia Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D DAYS 9–11 I BERGEN Discover Bergen’s maritime history at Bryggen, the old wharf. Visit the KODE Art Museums, and take a funicular to the top of Mount Fløyen for a stunning view.

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

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Light/Moderate

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

Patrick Hunt Archaeologist Patrick Hunt served as director of the Stanford Alpine Archaeology Project and has conducted fieldwork in the Alps with support from National Geographic. He is a national lecturer for the Archaeological Institute of America, and a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and the Explorers Club. He has authored 21 books, including the bestseller Ten Discoveries That Rewrote History.

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

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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 $300 per person. 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: The fjord-side fishing village of Undredal, Norway nestles beneath towering cliffs.

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• Join a conservationist and John Muir historian 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 historic Clachaig Inn. Head north to Fort William and join a conservationist and John Muir historian for a guided hike. Cross the sea to the Isle of Skye, stopping to visit Eilean Donan Castle.

Kingshouse Hotel; Cuillin Hills 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 our hotel in Glen Coe, one of Scotland’s stunning valleys. Bruntsfield 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 a stunning vista. Later, explore the enchanting woodlands and heather-draped moorlands of Highland Perthshire, then return to Edinburgh for your flight home. Cuillin Hills Hotel; Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa | Meals: 4B, 4L, 2D

Above: Eilean Donan Castle has stood at the intersection of three lochs since the 13th century.

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Moderate

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

David Scott Silverberg Geographer David Scott Silverberg has worked on conservation projects on six continents. He manages the Environmental Learning Institute; and teaches oceanography, conservation biology, and tectonics at several international universities. A fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and the Royal Asia Society, David was executive science director at the Earthwatch Institute and helped launch AmeriCorps.

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

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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 (3–9 miles) on moderate to steep grades. Vehicle support during hikes is limited.

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• 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 R OCK 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 C LIFFS 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 | 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. Sip a pint at a local brewery.

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

DAYS 7–9 I G ALWAY/COUNTY MAYO/ SHANNON Travel to Galway to discover its vibrant traditions of music and art. Settle into medieval Ashford Castle and take a tour of the property with the on-site historian. Get a feel for traditional farm life during a sheep-herding demonstration, then return to the castle to enjoy its lovely grounds. Dine in the elegant George V Dining Room on your final night and depart via Shannon the next day.

Ashford Castle | Meals: 3B, 1L, 2D

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Light/Moderate

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

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. His current project in Ireland extends his National Geographic–funded fieldwork and investigates the sources of raw materials for prehistoric stone tools.

INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered from April through September, except in July.

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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.

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

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• 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.

Langjökull, and descend into a vast lava cave.

Spend a day exploring the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

See spectacular Kirkjufell, a lone peak that was 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 to admire Glanni Waterfall and visit Borgarvirki, which may have been used as a Viking fortress.

Settle in for the night in the seaside town of Siglufjörður. Siglo Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1L

DAYS 1–2 I REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND/ GOLDEN CIRCLE Explore downtown Reykjavík. 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 3–4 I SNÆFELLSNES Embark on an excursion to get up close to Iceland’s second largest glacier, the mighty

DAYS 6–7 I HRÍSEY/MÝVATN Tour the isle of Hrísey by farm wagon, then continue to majestic Goðafoss waterfall. In Mývatn, visit a geothermal power plant and encounter the powerful cascade of Dettifoss.

Icelandair Hotel Mývatn | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 8–10 I MÝVATN/HÚSAVÍK/REYKJAVÍK Soak in hot springs, then 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. Take a dip in the mineral-rich Blue Lagoon before flying home.

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

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

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Light/Moderate

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

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.

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

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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 $300 per person. 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: Majestic Goðafoss is known as the “waterfall of the gods.”

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We have developed health and safety protocols for our expeditions using the latest guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), local and international health authorities, the U.S. Travel Association, and The Walt Disney Company’s team of health experts.

A full list of our current health and safety protocols—including what will be required of you and what you can expect from us—can be found at natgeoexpeditions.com/healthandsafety.

Given the constantly changing global health environment, our plans may evolve as we consider new guidance from health agencies. This deliberate approach allows us to evaluate and adjust along the way. We’ll keep our website updated with any changes that might affect you.

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

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

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

National Geographic Partners, LLC, its parent, subsidiaries (including National Geographic Expeditions), affiliates, and assigns, and their respective employees, officers, directors, successors, representatives, and agents (collectively the “Released Parties”) and the Tour Operator will not 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; and (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

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

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

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

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

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

Documentation: Participants are solely responsible for obtaining any documents required for their participation in the Expedition such as a valid passport, all visas, vaccination certificates, and any other documents. Further, Participants are solely responsible for obtaining current travel advisories, warnings and requirements by contacting your travel agent, applicable embassies and consulates. Participants are strongly encouraged to visit the U.S. State Department’s website at http://travel.state.gov and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website at http://www.cdc.gov.

Non-U.S. residents please consult the appropriate consulates regarding passport, visa and other document requirements. All participants 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, participants may be denied entry to the countries visited if they do not meet the country’s entry requirements. Failure to obtain documents does not negate the terms and conditions, and any extra costs incurred for rerouting due to travel without the necessary documents will be the participant’s responsibility.

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

Please Note: The applicable Terms and Conditions, including, but not limited to, cost, deposit, payments, cancellations, and refunds, may vary from those listed below based upon the specific Expedition selected by the participant.

A copy of the final Terms and Conditions applicable to each participant will be sent in pre-Expedition communications. If a court of competent jurisdiction holds that any provision is invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity will not affect the validity or operation of any other provision and such invalid provision will be deemed to be severed from this Agreement.

Basis of Costs: All costs are (i) per person based on two persons sharing a room or cabin, unless otherwise noted, (ii) quoted in U.S. dollars, (iii) estimates based on tariffs, currency values, airfares and third-party charges, and (iv) subject to change prior to booking. Notification of the current cost relevant to the Expedition will be provided to the participant at the time of booking.

After booking, if it is necessary to levy an additional surcharge, or increase pricing due to any participant cancellation(s) for Private Expeditions, National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to do so, and notification will be given at the time of final invoicing.

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

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

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

Single Accommodations: For Signature Land Expeditions, a limited number of single rooms/cabins are available at an extra cost on a first-come, firstserved basis.

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

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

Payment and Cancellation for Expeditions departing on or before December 31, 2021: Final payment is due no later than 65 days prior to departure. Payments must be made by credit card, wire, or check. A participant’s reservation may be canceled if full payment has not been received by 65 days prior to departure. For reservations made within 65 days of the departure date, full payment is required when the reservation is accepted. All cancellation notices must be received in writing and will become effective as of the date of the postmark. Per-person charges for cancellations prior to departure (“Cancellation Period”) are as follows: 65 days or more prior to departure: 100% of the deposit amount; 46–64 days prior to departure: 50% of the Expedition cost; 45 or fewer days prior to departure: 100% of the Expedition cost.

Payment and Cancellation for Expeditions departing on or after January 1, 2022: Final payment is due no later than 90 days prior to departure. Payments must be made by credit card, wire, or check. A participant’s reservation may be canceled if full payment has not been received by 90 days prior to departure. For reservations made within 90 days of the departure date, full payment is required when the reservation is accepted. All cancellation notices must be received in writing and will become effective as of the date of the postmark. Per-person charges for cancellations prior to departure (“Cancellation Period”) are as follows: 90 days or more prior to departure: 100% of the deposit amount; 46–89 days prior to departure: 50% of the Expedition cost; 45 or fewer days prior to departure: 100% of the Expedition cost.

The policies regarding deposits, payments, and cancellations for all Expeditions also applies to pre- and post-Expedition extensions and extra arrangements confirmed on any participant’s behalf, unless otherwise noted.

Any revisions made within the Cancellation Period, such as a change in departure date or choice of Expedition, are subject to this cancellation policy.

Any airline tickets issued are subject to the carrier’s refund policy. Arriving late or leaving an Expedition in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any unused portions of

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

By registering for an Expedition, the participant certifies that he/she does not have any mental, physical, or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for himself or herself or other participants. National Geographic Expeditions and the Tour Operator reserve the right in their sole discretion to accept, decline to accept, or remove any participant on an Expedition. National Geographic Expeditions and the Tour Operator reserve the right, without penalty, to make changes in the published itinerary whenever, in their judgment, conditions warrant or if they deem it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of the participants.

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

physician to sign and return per instructions outlined in the pre-Expedition communications.

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

Photography: National Geographic Expeditions, the Tour Operator, and the Expedition leader reserve the right to take photographs or videos during the operation of any Expedition or part thereof and to use the resulting photography, videos, or recordings for promotional or commercial use. By making a reservation on an Expedition, the participant agrees to allow his/her likeness to be used by the Released Parties, the Released Parties–authorized third parties, and the Tour Operator without compensation to the participant.

If the participant prefers that his/her likeness not be used, he/she must notify National Geographic Expeditions and/or the Tour Operator in writing prior to departure of the Expedition.

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

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

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