National Geographic Expeditions 16 Trips That Take You Further Into Europe

16 TRIPS THAT TAKE YOU FURTHER INTO EUROPE

DISCOVER THE ENCHANTMENT OF EUROPE

From medieval castles to vibrant cities on the cutting edge of art and design, Europe offers a feast of history, culture, and spectacular scenery. Travel with National Geographic’s Experts and guides, and you can gain a deeper understanding of this extraordinary continent and its many facets. You can capture images of Holland’s windmills alongside a National Geographic Photography Expert on a springtime river cruise, or ride legendary railways through the Swiss Alps with a seasoned travel writer. Hike Spain’s Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, or look for majestic whales as you sail through the Azores aboard a state-of-the-art expedition ship. Whether you’re immersed in Italy’s splendid cities or Germany’s Rheingau wine country, you can spend time with artists and vintners, musicians and scientists, and enjoy an inside perspective on some of Europe’s most treasured places.

Front cover: Tuscan countryside This page: Local pastas and wines invite passersby into a Tuscan food shop.

THE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC DIFFERENCE

KNOWLEDGE

LET THE EXPERTS GUIDE YOU

You deepen your understanding of the world when you travel with National Geographic—whether you’re venturing into the Roman Forum with an archaeologist, or exploring the Alps by train with an author who has researched and written about the region for years. 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.

A traveler frames the famously crooked peak of Switzerland’s Matterhorn.

ACCESS

GET CLOSER THAN EXPECTED

National Geographic Society has always gone further, pioneering new paths in science and exploration, telling the stories of remote cultures, and inspiring innovators. When you travel with National Geographic Expeditions, you’ll enjoy access to little-known sites and go behind the scenes to get a close-up view of work that’s helping to illuminate and protect the diverse wonders of our world, from ongoing excavations in the prehistoric caves of southwest France to the latest discoveries about meteorites.

Trakai Castle

Over the past 135 years, the National Geographic Society has funded scientists, storytellers, educators, and adventurers around the world who help define some of the critical challenges of our time, drive new knowledge, advance new solutions, and inspire positive, transformative change in an effort to better understand our planet. National Geographic Expeditions grew from this legacy as a way to invite others to explore—to encounter the wonders of the world up close, in depth, right at the source, and to be transformed by the experience.

EXPLORATION HAPPENS BECAUSE OF YOU

By choosing National Geographic Expeditions, you help further the work of scientists, educators, and storytellers around the world. Every year, we distribute a portion of our proceeds to the National Geographic Society, creating more opportunities to work toward a planet in balance. In northern Iceland, for example, the National Geographic Society monitors cetaceans and industrial fishing bycatch to help protect whale populations. To learn more, visit natgeo.com/impact

The rich waters off Iceland’s northern coast harbor up to 23 species of whale.

RIVER CRUISES

Ply the fabled rivers of Europe aboard a world-class ship on a voyage operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways™. Each ship accommodates up to 156 passengers in spacious cabins with inviting decks and lounges, and delightful meals inspired by local cuisine. As you make your way along mighty rivers like the Danube and the Rhine, choose from a wide range of guided excursions every day, from hikes and bike rides to culinary tours, to in-depth experiences that focus on the natural world, culture, or history. A National Geographic Expert and a Photography Expert accompany each voyage to share insights on the region you’re exploring, and help you capture your experience in photographs.

Clockwise from left: Medieval half-timbered houses line the waterways of Strasbourg’s World Heritage-listed Petite France quarter; the AmaViola plies the Danube; bright tulips set off Amsterdam’s gabled facades; festive lights and ornaments decorate the stalls at a German Christmas market.

HOLLAND AND BELGIUM IN SPRINGTIME BY RIVER CRUISE

• Explore Amsterdam, Antwerp, and Ghent with National Geographic Experts.

• Visit the World Heritage–listed Kinderdijk windmills, and the remarkable Delta Works.

• Attend a chocolate-making workshop in Ghent, and a flower show in Antwerp.

DAYS 4–5 I ANTWERP, BELGIUM/GHENT OR BRUGGE

Dock in Antwerp, and discover this vibrant city on a walking tour, a bike tour, or a visit to the home of Peter Paul Rubens. Taste Belgian specialties, from waffles and chocolates to beer, or head to the annual Floralia flower show at Groot-Bijgaarden Castle. Attend a classical music performance on board. In the medieval manufacturing center of Ghent, take a walking tour followed by a chocolate-making workshop. Alternatively, spend the afternoon or the full day in enchanting Brugge.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 6–8 I MIDDELBURG, NETHERLANDS/ HOORN/AMSTERDAM

8 DA YS FROM $5,195

River Cruise Light/Moderate

DAYS 1–3 I AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS/ KINDERDIJK/ROTTERDAM

Board the AmaMora in Amsterdam, and enjoy a music and dance performance. Cruise Amsterdam’s canals, visit the city’s museums, or attend the Floriade expo. Then head to the World Heritage–listed windmills of Kinderdijk, exploring by bike, electric boat, or on foot. In Rotterdam, take an architecture-focused walking tour, visit historic Delfshaven, or tour a porcelain factory in Delft. AmaMora for the entire voyage I Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

Wake up in the scenic delta of Zeeland, tour medieval Middelburg, or go on a bike ride, stopping at a cheese farm. Alternatively, travel to Ouwerkerk to see the impressive engineering of the Delta Works. In North Holland, stop in Hoorn to visit a tulip farm or the Westfries Museum; or explore the region by bike. This afternoon, stroll through the breathtaking Keukenhof gardens before our farewell dinner.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

Italian-born photographer

Gianluca Colla has covered subjects from the secrets of the world’s centenarians to a lost Da Vinci painting, to mummies in Sicilian crypts. His work has appeared in National Geographic magazine, Condé Nast Traveler, the New York Times, and The Washington Post Find the departure(s) Gianluca will join on our website.

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways.

Dates: This expedition is offered in April.

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

A National Geographic Expert, a Photography Expert, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Gianluca Colla Photographer

RHINE RIVER CRUISE: BASEL TO AMSTERDAM

• Cruise through four countries in the company of two National Geographic Experts.

• Choose from a range of excursions, from bike rides and tasting tours to walking tours.

• Sample wines in the lovely Rheingau while exploring by foot, bike, or gondola.

DAYS 4–5 I HEIDELBERG, GERMANY TO THE RHINE GORGE

Stroll the old town of Heidelberg, and visit its castle, hike the Philosopher’s Walk, or bike along the Neckar River to Ladenburg. Then cruise into the lovely Rheingau wine region. In Rüdesheim am Rhein, visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet and a renowned winery, or try a traditional drink in town. Soar over vineyards in a gondola before a tasting of local Rieslings. Or go biking, or hiking, among the vines. Glide through the spectacular Rhine Gorge, shooting photos alongside our National Geographic Photography Expert. Later, tour Lahneck Castle. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 1–3 I BASEL, SWITZERLAND TO STRASBOURG, FRANCE

Arrive in Basel, and transfer to your ship. Enjoy a traditional Swiss musical performance in the evening. Take a walking tour of Basel’s historic highlights, spend a day in the mountain idyll of Lucerne, or ride a bike through three countries. Then explore Strasbourg on a guided tour or bike ride, or enjoy an excursion to the charming walled town of Riquewihr. AmaMora for the entire voyage I Meals: 2B, 2L, 3D

DAYS 6–8 I COLOGNE TO AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

In vibrant Cologne, admire the architecture on a walking tour, or opt for a city tour that will have you tasting local specialties. Enjoy free time in town before a traditional Dutch performance tonight. After a morning sail, arrive in Amsterdam. Discover the city by canal cruise or walking tour, or set out for its phenomenal art museums. Disembark after breakfast the final day. Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

Susan Seubert has produced more than 30 stories for National Geographic Traveler magazine. She won Columbia University’s Alfred Eisenstadt Award, and the North American Travel Journalists Association award for excellence in photography. Find the departure(s) Susan will join on our website.

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways.

Dates: This expedition is offered in September. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. 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.

Visit website for complete details and dates.

Above: The graceful 18th-century arches of the Karl Theodor Bridge cross the River Neckar to the medieval heart of Heidelberg, Germany.

8 DA YS FROM $5,495

A National Geographic Expert, a Photography Expert, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Susan Seubert Photographer

Light/Moderate

River Cruise

RHINE CHRISTMAS MARKETS RIVER CRUISE

• Get in the Christmas spirit at some of Europe’s oldest and grandest Christmas markets.

• Discover the rich culture and holiday traditions of the Rhineland.

• Soak up the festive atmosphere in charming towns and villages along the way.

Take a tour of Strasbourg on foot, or by sightseeing boat. Or choose to visit Gengenbach, home to one of the world’s largest advent calendars. The next day, stroll through Heidelberg, ride the funicular for expansive views, and visit its sandstone castle. Then tour medieval Speyer. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 5–6 I RÜDESHEIM AM RHEIN/ RHINE GORGE/COLOGNE

8 DA YS FROM $4,995

DAYS 1–2 I BASEL/RIQUEWIHR AND COLMAR OR FREIBURG

Discover the charming towns and Christmas markets that flank the Rhine. Spend the day in the walled town of Riquewihr and stunning Colmar. Or divide up your day between France and Germany, exploring Colmar and the Black Forest city of Freiburg. AmaLucia for the entire voyage Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D

DAYS 3–4 I STRASBOURG OR GENGENBACH/HEIDELBERG AND SPEYER

Ride the Winzerexpress mini train into Rüdesheim am Rhein. See the self-playing instruments at Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet, and sample wines at a local winery. Or take in views of the Rhine and the wine villages on its banks as you soar over in a gondola. Tour Lahneck Castle, a 13th-century hilltop fortress. Go ashore in Cologne for a tour of its rustic old town and iconic cathedral. Or sample the city’s culinary delights as you visit its historic sites.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 1D

DAYS 7–8 I AMSTERDAM

Explore Amsterdam’s medieval center on a canal cruise. Or visit the Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum. Alternatively, take a walking tour of the city, including remnants of the old city wall, stately canal homes, and historic ships. Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

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 magazine, 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.

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

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways.

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

A National Geographic Expert, a Photography Expert, and local guides will accompany this trip.

River Cruise Light/Moderate

DANUBE CHRISTMAS MARKETS RIVER CRUISE

• Savor Central European holiday traditions on a cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg.

• Explore lesser known Christmas markets set within historic palaces in Vienna and Salzburg.

Museum of Natural History with a National Geographic grantee, or take a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace, and visit its intimate Christmas market. Attend a classical concert, or visit the Rathausplatz Christmas market in the evening. Spend a day in the gorgeous Wachau Valley, and discover Melk Abbey with a guide. Enjoy caroling over cocktails and a classical music performance after dinner.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAY 5 I PASSAU, GERMANY/ SALZBURG, AUSTRIA

Take a walking tour of historic Passau, or choose a full-day excursion to Salzburg, including the Christmas markets at Mirabell Palace and Hellbrunn Palace. Sit down to a special dinner followed by an Austrian folklore performance.

DAYS 1–2 I BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

Arrive in Budapest, and settle into your cabin before a Hungarian folklore performance. Set out on a tour of the twin cities of Buda and Pest, and venture to the city’s renowned Christmas markets. Take to the Danube in the afternoon.

AmaLea I Meals: 1B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 3–4 I VIENNA, AUSTRIA/ WACHAU VALLEY

Explore Vienna and its charming Christmas village on foot. Go behind-the-scenes at the

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 6–8 I REGENSBURG, GERMANY/ NUREMBURG

Take a guided walking tour of medieval Regensburg and its Christmas markets, or see handicrafts at the Thurn and Taxis Christmas market. Then explore the walled city of Nuremburg, including the castle and Christkindlesmarkt, or sample beer and bratwurst on a Franconian tasting tour. Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

Nuremberg’s Gothic Church of our Lady rises above the city’s famous Christmas market.

8 DA YS FROM $4,995

River Cruise Light/Moderate

Krista Rossow was a photo editor at National Geographic Traveler magazine, and shot feature stories as a contributing photographer for Traveler in South Africa, Costa Rica, New Zealand, Japan, and beyond. Krista judges Instagram contests for @NatGeoTravel, and photo edits for National Geographic Books. Find the departure(s) Krista will join on our website.

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with AmaWaterways.

Dates: This expedition is offered in December.

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

Visit website for complete details and dates.

A National Geographic Expert, a Photography Expert, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Krista Rossow Photographer

Explore a fairy-tale-like castle in the middle of a Lithuanian lake, or hike the southern Alps through three countries on the gorgeous Alpe-Adria Trail. No matter how you choose to explore on our trips by land, you’ll enjoy an in-depth look at local history and culture, and will experience the unique character of your destination. Stay in exceptional accommodations chosen for their location and sense of place, and gain insights from a National Geographic Expert whose knowledge of the region runs deep. Choose from epic train journeys, hikes along legendary trails, or in-depth explorations of a region or theme, and find yourself immersed in some of Europe’s most captivating destinations.

Clockwise from left: The Gornergrat cogwheel train passes beneath the iconic Matterhorn; Rome’s first-century Colosseum hosted some 500,000 spectators during its heyday; from her rocky perch, a hiker looks out over the Scottish Highlands; Trakai Castle appears to float upon Lithuania’s Lake Galvė.

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ESTONIA, LITHUANIA, & LATVIA: ENCHANTED FORESTS AND MEDIEVAL CASTLES

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11 DA YS FROM $7,795

DAYS 1–2 I VILNIUS

Following your first night in Lithuania’s capital city, you’ll join a local guide for a tour through the city, driving and walking to see some of the city’s most popular landmarks, including Saint Anne’s, Gediminas Tower, and the Gates of Dawn. Step into the Grand Duke Palace for a privately guided tour. Then take an optional stroll through Uzupis, a community

of artists and free spirits, learning about their self-declared—but largely unrecognized— independent republic within the boundaries of Lithuania.

Hotel Pacai | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 3 I KLAIPEDA

Explore Trakai, a 14th-century castle built on a small island in the middle of a lake, on a privately guided tour. After learning more about the Karaite people’s history and cuisine over lunch, travel on to the Ninth Fort. Take a privately guided tour of the exterior of this fortress turned into a WWII prison, followed by a self-guided exploration of the prison’s interior. Continue to nearby Kaunas City for a brief walking tour ending at a local restaurant, where you’ll enjoy dinner.

Victoria Hotel Klaipeda | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 4 I KLAIPEDA

Gather at Klaipeda Waterfront for a ferry ride to the Curonian Spit, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Make your way down to Nida for a boat tour, learning about the local culture, and taking in stunning views of the sand dunes. At the Amber Museum, learn the history of amber and how it is woven into the region’s

culture. Later in the day, take a guided walk along the waterfront before dinner.

Victoria Hotel Klaipeda | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 5 | RIGA

In the morning, make your last stop in Lithuania at the Hill of Crosses, a local landmark created by the people over years of hardship and occupation. Then, in Latvia, your time here begins with a privately guided tour of the Rundale Palace, known as the Versailles of the Baltics. The day ends with a pre-dinner lecture at the National Library.

Kempinski Riga | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 6 | RIGA

Today takes you to Jurmala for a privately guided architectural walk of this coastal town, including a stop for tea. Return to Riga for a Central Market tour to learn about the ingredients grown in the region that help sustain the locals through the harsh winters. Then enjoy a lunch featuring some of those fresh ingredients. See the city on foot with a privately guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage Town Center and Riga Castle.

Kempinski Riga | Meals: 1B, 1L

Clockwise from above: As dusk settles over Estonia’s capital city of Tallinn; blooming canola flowers transform a field into a golden wave; St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral rises above the streets of Sofia; the tide recedes revealing the rocky Baltic coastline.

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

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

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

DAY 7 | GAUJA NATIONAL PARK

Today’s highlights include a privately guided tour of the Cesis Castle, followed by a lunch featuring national cuisine. Later, explore the Gauja National Park area, where you can explore the Gutmanas Cave, take a ride on the Gauja Valley Cable car, and appreciate the natural beauty as you do some light hiking in the park before returning to Riga.

Kempinski Riga | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 8-11 | TALLINN

Enjoy an early morning walking tour of the Art Nouveau district. Then, on your way to Tallinn, stop for a guided walking tour through the coastal resort town of Parnu, known for its timbered villas and neoclassical spa buildings. On your first full day in Tallinn, tour medieval sites such as Toompea Hill, Kiek in de Kök, and Old Town. You’ll then have free time to explore the city on your own. Later, meet back up to experience Tallin’s modern history at sites like the Victims of Communism Memorial, Maarjamäe Palace, and the Song Festival grounds. The next day, enjoy a privately guided tour of Rocca al Mare, a living museum of Estonia’s people and cultures across the country.

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

Jeff Mauritzen Photographer, Naturalist

Whether capturing panoramas of the African savanna, or elusive birds in the Amazon, Jeff Mauritzen’s work expresses a passion for the natural world. His images have appeared in National Geographic books, international editions of National Geographic Traveler, and in National Geographic Traveler guidebooks. Find the departure(s) Jeff will join on our website.

INFORMATION

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

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

Visit website for complete details and dates.

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

Dancers in traditional dress entertain during an Estonian folk show.

SWISS TRAINS AND THE ITALIAN LAKE DISTRICT

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

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

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

DAY 3 I ZERMATT/GORNER GLACIER

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

Hotel National Zermatt | Meals: 1B, 1D

DAY 4 I GLACIER EXPRESS /ST. MORITZ

10 DA YS FROM $8,495

DAYS 1–2 I ZÜRICH, SWITZERLAND/ ZERMATT

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

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

Take your seat on the world-famous Glacier Express, and set off on a breathtaking journey across three high-mountain passes, over 291 bridges, and through 91 tunnels. Enjoy the elegant atmosphere of the train as 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 your hotel for the evening.

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

DAY 5 I ST. MORITZ

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

Crystal Hotel St. Moritz | 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 it climbs 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 a blooming valley; hikers follow a trail among rocky peaks near St. Moritz.

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 terracotta, 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

DAYS 9–10 I LAKE COMO/MILAN

Spend the day exploring the treasures of Lake Como. Discover Como’s historic center, sunny piazzas, and the Teatro Sociale; then join a private guide for a tour of the Como Cathedral. Gather to celebrate your journey with a farewell dinner in the home of a local family. On your final day, transfer to the Milan airport for your flight home.

Hotel Royal Victoria | Meals: 2B, 1D

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

Patrick Hunt Archaeologist, Author

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

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

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

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

INFORMATION

Dates: This expedition is offered from June through September.

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

REMEMBERING D-DAY: LONDON TO THE NORMANDY BEACHES

• 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.

to explore the D-Day Museum, and tour Southwick House, former headquarters of the Allied commanders.

Southampton Harbour Hotel (or similar)

Meals: 1B, 1D

DAYS 4–7 I NORMANDY, FRANCE/ D-DAY ANNIVERSARY

9 DA YS FROM $9,195

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

Martin Morgan

Historian

DAYS 1–2 I LONDON, ENGLAND

In London, 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. Conrad St. James or Hilton Bankside

Meals: 1B, 1D

DAY 3 I LONDON/PORTSMOUTH

At Bletchley Park, discover the story behind the Enigma code breakers. Travel to Portsmouth

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

Le Normandy Hotel (or similar)

Meals: 4B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 8–9 I BAYEUX/PARIS

Visit the 11th-century Cathedral of Bayeux, and see the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Bayeux Tapestry, which depicts the Norman Conquest. Enjoy a night in Paris before your flight home. Hôtel Edouard VII | Meals: 2B, 1D

Martin Morgan is a military historian who leads battlefield tours around the world. He has written books on D-Day and World War II, as well as many magazine articles. Martin appears frequently in history documentaries on the National Geographic Channel, the Discovery Channel, the History Channel, and elsewhere. Find the departure(s) Martin will join on our website.

INFORMATION

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

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

*The itinerary shown is a 9-day program that includes the anniversary ceremony. Please visit our website to view our 8-day program.

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HUMAN HISTORY: NORTHERN SPAIN AND SOUTHWEST FRANCE

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

• Enjoy a specially arranged visit to Lascaux IV at the International Centre for Cave Art.

• Discover Castel-Merle’s prehistoric stone shelters with an archaeologist.

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

DAYS 5–6 I SAINT-ÉMILION, FRANCE/ PECH MERLE

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

DAYS 7–8 I LASCAUX IV/CASTEL-MERLE

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

Ana Pinto Archaeologist

National Geographic Explorer

DAY 1 I MADRID, SPAIN

Arrive in Madrid; then visit the National Archaeological Museum and Retiro Park on a walking tour. Hotel Wellington | Meals: 1D

DAYS 2–4 I CANTABRIA CAVES/ SAN SEBASTIÁN

In Cantabria, visit the Atapuerca archaeological site, and encounter some of the oldest known artistic representation at Puente Viesgo. Explore Las Monedas and El Pendo caves, and the Altamira Museum; then spend a night in San Sebastián.

After a lecture from Christine DesdemainesHugon, an expert on Paleolithic Art, tour the National Museum of Prehistory. Later, see the polychrome paintings of Font-de-Gaume. Enjoy a specially arranged tour of Lascaux IV—the most complete recreation of the original Lascaux cave. Join archaeologist Isabelle Castanet at CastelMerle, a complex of ancient stone shelters, and sit down to a “prehistoric” meal. End the day at the sculpted frieze at Cap Blanc. Hostellerie La Roseraie, Hotel Meysset, or Le Centenaire Meals: 2B, 1L, 2D

DAYS 9–10 I VÉZÈRE VALLEY/BORDEAUX

Explore Rouffignac Cave, known as the “cave of a hundred mammoths;” then continue to Bordeaux. Hôtel de Normandie | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

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

INFORMATION

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

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

SPAIN: WALKING THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO

• 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 7–10 I OCEBREIRO/MONFORTE DE LEMOS/SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA

10 DA YS FROM $7,195

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

Michael George Writer, Photographer

DAYS 1–3 I PAMPLONA, SPAIN/LOGROÑO/ BURGOS

Explore Pamplona’s old city, made famous by the running of the bulls. From Logroño, begin your journey along the Camino de Santiago. Walk through vineyards, and visit historic monasteries, and hike into Burgos for a guided tour.

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

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

Michael George strives to tell stories of our common humanity through travel, culture, and the underrepresented. His story, “Walking the Way,” about pilgrims on the Camino de Santiago, appeared in National Geographic’s May 2015 issue. Michael’s work has been featured in the New York Times, Vogue, WIRED, and others.

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INFORMATION

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

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

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.

this trip.

ITALY: RENAISSANCE CITIES AND TUSCAN LIFE

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

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

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

DAYS 3–4 I FLORENCE/LUCCA/PISA

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

Gallery Hotel Art | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 5–6 I TUSCAN COUNTRYSIDE

Venture through the golden hills and leafy vineyards of Tuscany, and settle into the enchanting 13th-century castello of the Guicciardini family—your home for two nights. Visit the charming medieval hamlet of Gargonza, and enjoy a wine tasting followed by lunch at the renowned Badia a Coltibuono estate. Castello di Gargonza | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 1–2 I VENICE, ITALY

Transfer by motorboat to your hotel in the heart of Venice, and enjoy a welcome reception and dinner. The next day, tour the “floating city,” strolling the Piazza San Marco and crossing the iconic Rialto Bridge. The afternoon is free to explore Venice’s winding paths at your leisure. After dinner, enjoy a private, after-hours visit to stunning St. Mark’s Basilica.

Splendid Venice | Meals: 1B, 2D

DAYS 7–10 I SIENA/ROME

Discover timeless Siena before traveling south to Rome. Explore the ruins of the Colosseum, and stroll the Roman Forum. Join 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

10 DA YS FROM $7,495

Light Signature Land

Dirk Booms

Archaeologist

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

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INFORMATION

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

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

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

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

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

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

DAYS 4–7 I NOCKBERGE BIOSPHERE RESERVE/KRANJSKA GORA, SLOVENIA/ TRIGLAV NATIONAL PARK/SOČA VALLEY

The next stage of your hike climbs through diverse ecosystems in the Nockberge Biosphere Reserve. Return to Slovenia, and set out from the Alpine village of Kranjska Gora to the Vršič Pass. Trek through Triglav National Park, and continue to the hamlet of Bovec. Hike at the majestic Kozjak waterfall and on the banks of the Soča River, winding around to the town of Kobarid, where you’ll learn about Slovenia’s involvement in World War I.

Špik Alpine Resort; Hotel Soča

Meals: 4B, 4L, 3D

DAYS 8–10 I BRDA/TRIESTE, ITALY/STRADA VINCENTINA/LJUBLJANA, SLOVENIA

10 DA YS FROM $7,195

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

Robin Vose

Historian

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

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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

Embark on one of the most spectacular stages of the trail through Slovenia’s lush Brda region. Cross into Italy, and transfer to the Adriatic city of Trieste. Set out on your final hike along the coast, with karst cliffs on one side of the trail and the sea on the other. Return to Ljubljana on the final morning to catch your return flight home.

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

INFORMATION

Dates: This expedition is offered from May through September.

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

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

HIKING THE ALPE-ADRIA TRAIL THROUGH AUSTRIA, SLOVENIA, AND ITALY

ICELAND: VOLCANOES, GLACIERS, AND WHALES

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

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

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

DAYS 3–4 I SNÆFELLSNES

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

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAY 5 I SIGLUFJÖRÐUR

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

DAYS 6–7 I HRÍSEY/MÝVATN

10 DA YS FROM $10,195

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

Tour the isle of Hrísey by farm wagon; then continue to majestic Goðafoss waterfall. Travel to the powerful cascade of Dettifoss; then settle into your hotel on the shores of Lake Mývatn.

Berjaya Mývatn Hotel | Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 8–10 I MÝVATN/HÚSAVÍK/REYKJAVÍK

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

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

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INFORMATION

Dates: This expedition is offered from June through September.

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

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

Natalie Sinclair Marine Biologist, Conservationist

EXPEDITION CRUISES

Climb aboard the state-of-the-art ships of the National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions fleet, and discover secrets along Europe’s stunning shores that you can only experience when traveling by ship. Cruise along the Northern Italian coast—encountering historic sites and breathtaking scenery—aboard a square-rigger sailing ship. Set sail for the remote archipelagos of Scotland to discover a wealth of prehistoric sites. We keep our schedules flexible to take advantage of unexpected opportunities that arise—a whale sighting, perhaps, or a local street festival.

Clockwise from left: Travelers take in incredible views from the deck of the National Geographic Explorer; Mykines Hólmur Lighthouse in the isolated Faroe Islands, Scotland’s 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle is beautifully perched on a tiny tidal island; Italy’s vibrant Amalfi Coast.

SCOTLAND’S HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS 8 DA YS FROM $10,393

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

• Kayak picturesque Loch Linnhe or Loch Eil, and explore the mystical Isle of Skye.

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

M.V. Lord of the Glens for the entire voyage

Meals: 2B, 2L, 3D

DAYS 4–6 I OBAN/ISLE OF MULL/IONA/ ISLE OF EIGG OR RUM/INVERIE

Cruise Loch Linnhe to Oban, and visit a whisky distillery and McCaig’s Folly on a walking tour. In the Inner Hebrides, stop at the Isle of Mull to explore Duart Castle, visit the medieval abbey ruins and royal graveyard on sacred Iona, and moor overnight at the picturesque fishing village of Tobermory. Meet a member of the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust, and look for minke whales, dolphins, and seals off the Isle of Eigg, or explore Kinloch Castle on the Isle of Rum. Continue to Inverie.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 1–3 I INVERNESS, SCOTLAND/ LOCH NESS/FORT AUGUSTUS/GLENFINNAN

Arrive in Inverness, and board the Lord of the Glens. Visit the historic battlefield at Culloden, and see the prehistoric standing stones of Clava Cairns. Navigate the narrow Caledonian Canal, enter Loch Ness, and stop for a hike in Fort Augustus. Ascend 106 feet at Laggan Locks, and descend the legendary Neptune’s Staircase. Enjoy a scenic drive to Glenfinnan, or explore Loch Linnhe by kayak.

DAYS 7–8 I ISLE OF SKYE/KYLE OF LOCHALSH/INVERNESS

On the Isle of Skye, trace history at the Museum of the Isles, and explore the ruins of Armadale Castle and its beautiful gardens. Then sail for Kyle of Lochalsh, and choose a guided walk or a visit to Eilean Donan Castle. Disembark, and transfer to Inverness for your flight home.

Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

Light or Moderate Expedition Cruise

Jim Richardson Photographer

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

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered from June through August.

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

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

ISLANDS OF THE AZORES: BASALT PEAKS TO VOLCANIC VINEYARDS

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

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

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

DAYS 2–3 I PICO/FAIAL

Visit the island of Pico, home to a towering volcano and picturesque vineyards. Go whale watching in the channel north of Pico and Faial Islands. And later, enjoy a performance of traditional fado music.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 4–5 I SÃO JORGE/GRACIOSA

Visit São Jorge, a steep-sided island with sloped shores that give way to coastal plains. Sail to nearby lagoons, and go ashore to explore secluded wetlands. On Graciosa, glimpse a massive lava cave with an underground lake, and ride a Zodiac among the coastal islets.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 6–7 I TERCEIRA/SANTA MARIA

9 DA YS FROM $10,721

Light or Moderate Expedition Cruise

Gemina Garland-Lewis Photographer

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

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DAY 1 I SÃO MIGUEL, AZORES, PORTUGAL

Arrive in Ponta Delgada on the island of São Miguel in the Azores. Once there, join us for an overview of the island; then settle into your cabin on our new, state-of-the-art expedition ship.

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

Explore the timeless villages and natural wonders of historic Terceira. On the way to Santa Maria, scout for humpbacks and other whales. Once ashore, you can hike from the island’s highest point, Pico Alto, to the sea.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D

DAYS 8–9 I SÃO MIGUEL

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

INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

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

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

NORTHERN ITALY UNDER SAIL: GENOA, PISA & THE AMALFI COAST ABOARD SEA CLOUD II

• Bask under the billowing sails of the square-rigger Sea Cloud II along the coast of Northern Italy

• Explore Elba Island’s fortified town of Portoferraio and Napoleon’s villa.

• Spend time in Amalfi, the crown gem of the storied Amalfi Coast.

DAY 3 I CAMOGLI

Experience one of the Italian Riviera’s oldest and most picture-perfect villages with its stunning panoramas, charming harbor, narrow lanes lined with pastel-colored buildings, cathedral, and castle ruins.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 4 I VIAREGGIO/PISA/PIETRASANTA

Visit Pisa’s famed leaning tower, as well as the city’s many other beautiful and historically significant sites. Next, head to Pietrasanta, known for its quality marble—long a favorite of sculptors, including the legendary Michelangelo.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAY 5 I PORTOFERRAIO

8 DA YS FROM $9,173

Light or Moderate Expedition Cruise

Massimo Bassano

Photographer

Photojournalist Massimo Bassano has worked for National Geographic since 1990. He’s had his photos published in numerous worldwide publications. He’s traveled extensively to more than 87 countries, performing various assignments involving social and human culture, famine in Africa, wildlife, and even sports, fashion, and advertising. Find the departure(s) Massimo will join on our website.

INFORMATION

DAYS 1–2 I NICE, FRANCE/GENOA, ITALY

From Nice, sail to Genoa. Explore the old city center, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the many historic architectural creations, such as the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, Palazzo Ducale, and enjoy local delights like gelato and pesto.

Sea Cloud II for the entire voyage.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D

Learn about the town’s complex history and explore its labyrinth of small alleys and monuments. Pay a visit to Napoleon’s primary residence during his exile here on Elba Island.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 6-8 I AT SEA/AMALFI/NAPLES

After a relaxing day at sea, go ashore in the storied town of Amalfi—jewel of the Amalfi Coast. Stroll the waterfront shops, visit the ornate cathedral, and wander the winding streets and alleyways. Then, it’s on to your final destination, Naples.

Meals: 3B, 2L, 2D

This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in May.

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

A CIRCUMNAVIGATION OF ICELAND

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

• Get insight from local experts, musicians, and a National Geographic Photography Expert.

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

DAYS 2–4 I WESTERN ICELAND

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

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 5–7 I NORTHERN ICELAND

On the northern leg of our journey, visit the Herring Era Museum at Siglufjörður, and stroll through Akureyri, Iceland’s second largest city. Experience magnificent Goðafoss, the “waterfall of the gods,” and explore Mývatn, the most geologically active area on the island. Watch for whales as we cruise toward the tiny island of Grímsey, located on the Arctic Circle.

10 DA YS FROM

$11,172

Light or Moderate

DAY 1 I REYKJAVÍK, ICELAND

Arrive in Reykjavík, and take a walking tour of the world’s northernmost capital. Visit Hallgrímskirkja church, and browse Viking artifacts at the National Museum before embarking your ship. National Geographic Endurance for the entire voyage | Meals: 1L, 1D

Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 8–10 I EASTERN AND SOUTHERN ICELAND/REYKJAVÍK

Explore icebergs up close in the Jökulsárlón lagoon, or travel by 4×4 into the highlands. Discover the lava landscapes of the Westman Islands, and choose from a variety of ways to further explore Reykjavík before flying home.

Meals: 3B, 3L, 1D

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

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INFORMATION

This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions.

Dates: This expedition is offered in July.

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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Expedition Cruise

Above: A close-up look of the incredible deep blue icebergs of the Jökulsárlón glacier lagoon along Iceland’s south coast.

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

Camille Seaman Photographer

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4. PRIVACY POLICY AND COMMUNICATION PREFERENCES: Guest consents to these Terms and Conditions and the Terms of Use (see https://disneytermsofuse.com/), and acknowledges Guest has read our Privacy Policy (see https://privacy.thewaltdisneycompany.com/en/) and, as applicable, Your California Privacy Rights (see https://privacy.thewaltdisneycompany.com/ en/current-privacy-policy/your-california-privacy-rights/). If any portion of the Trip is fulfilled by Suppliers (as defined above), by booking the Trip, Guest understands that we may provide Guest personal information to Suppliers for their independent use to fulfill the reservation. If Guest is receiving any catalogs or mailings, has address updates, or would like to update marketing communication preferences, please visit: https://privacy.thewaltdisneycompany. com/en/privacy-controls/communication-choices/

5. TRIP ACTIVITY LEVEL AND REQUIREMENTS: You are advised to carefully read the details of your selected itinerary before booking a Trip. Certain itineraries may not be suitable for all Guests, including Guests with disabilities, due to terrain/local conditions, the nature of the Activities, or otherwise. Neither our staff nor our Suppliers/contractors may physically assist Guests who need or may need assistance during the Trip or with respect to any Activity. All Guests are strongly encouraged to consult with their personal physician before booking a reservation. In addition, select itineraries may require Guests to obtain prior written approval from their personal physician. Please contact us about specific itineraries or Activities. Note: with regard to expedition and river cruises, please contact us regarding availability of embarkation and disembarkation assistance by Trip.

6. ALLERGIES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REQUESTS: On the Trip, meals are prepared based on the availability of ingredients in each destination. Please keep in mind specific meal requests may not be available at every stop. Further, please be advised that food and beverage locations are not owned or operated by us. For food and beverage offerings arranged by us, we use reasonable efforts to communicate special dietary requests to the locations and, for pre-packaged retail food and beverage, we rely on supplier/manufacturer ingredient labels. Please contact us so you can make an informed choice because food preparation processes and menus vary by location. You are responsible for deciding whether any particular offering meets your requirements. We cannot guarantee that any offering is completely free of allergens.

7. ELIGIBILITY/MINORS: Our website establishes minimum eligibility ages for each itinerary as well as recommended minimum ages, which are based on several factors; however, some Activities may have weight or height restrictions and/or different minimum ages than our overall minimum eligibility age or recommended minimum age. Please contact us for details. All persons under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian over age 21 in the same room. In the event a minor is not accompanied by all legal guardians on the Trip, you agree to carry (or will ensure that the approved traveling companion, if any, carries) a notarized document from each legal guardian not on the Trip, granting approval for the minor to travel on the Trip and to present said documents to any authority requesting them. In the event you are the sole guardian of the minor, you agree to carry documentation evidencing such and present to any authority when requested.

8. REPRESENTATION OF HEALTH/SAFETY/RIGHT TO TERMINATE: By booking your Trip, you represent and certify that you and all members of your traveling party: (i) have carefully read the details of the itinerary and selected an itinerary that is appropriate for each person’s abilities; (ii) do not have any impairment or disability which might present a safety risk during the Trip or any of the Activities; (iii) have consulted with a personal physician as appropriate; and (iv) will immediately advise us if anyone in your travel party is unable to meet the safety requirements that are necessary for the safe operation of the Trip or Activity. If your circumstances change between the date of booking and the Trip departure, you must inform us as soon as possible and advise us of any special requests.

We reserve the right to cancel, terminate, discontinue or modify any reservation, Trip, or Activity, if the Guest cannot meet the safety requirements that are necessary for safe operation or fails to obey signage, instructions, protocols, or rules. We further reserve the right to: (i) immediately terminate any Trip or Activity if the Guest is disruptive or otherwise adversely impacts the experience for others, without any refund to the Guest; and (ii) make changes to the itinerary or Activity as appropriate for safety, security, comfort or convenience, without liability or notice.

9. PREGNANCY: For any cruise Trip, women who have entered their 24th week of pregnancy as of the Trip start date or who will enter their 24th week of pregnancy during the Trip will not be permitted to book the Trip. For all other Trips, airlines and local Suppliers may have

additional restrictions applicable to women who are pregnant, and depending on the week of pregnancy, pregnant women may not be permitted to book or participate in certain Activities. For these select itineraries, neither a physician’s medical statement nor a waiver of liability will be accepted by us. We cannot be held responsible or liable for any complications relating to pregnancy at any stage. If pregnant, you are strongly encouraged to consult with your personal physician before booking a Trip regardless of itinerary. Please contact us if you have questions about specific itineraries.

10. TRAVEL INSURANCE: Travel insurance is strongly recommended and is available through multiple independent travel insurance providers. Travel insurance typically provides coverage for Trip cancelation and interruption, baggage protection and delay, travel accidents and delay, and emergency medical and dental services and certain associated transportation. If you do not purchase travel insurance, you are responsible for any medical expenses, any medical evacuation costs, and any other costs arising during your travel.

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

11. PRICING DETAILS: All prices are: (i) per person based on two persons sharing a room or cabin, unless otherwise noted; (ii) quoted in U.S. dollars; (iii) estimates based on tariffs; currency values, airfares and third-party charges; and (iv) subject to change prior to booking. Prices vary for each Trip based primarily on when you book, when you travel, room configuration and room location. The specific inclusions of the Trip are set forth in the itinerary. Any items not specifically noted are not included in the Trip price.

Once your deposit and signed Travel Agreement (defined below) is received by us, your Trip price is guaranteed, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Guests added to your party after initial booking will be priced at the thenprevailing rate. Single accommodations are subject to a single supplement and subject to availability based on type of Trip and time of booking.

12. DEPOSIT AMOUNTS: A per-person deposit is required to confirm a reservation. For reservations made within the timeframe between the Final Payment Date (as defined below) and departure, you must pay an amount equal to 100% of the Trip price, but your reservation will remain fully refundable up to 72 hours (the “Hold Period”) to allow you time to review the Travel Agreement (see below).

13. FINAL PAYMENT DATES: The following are the final payment dates (“Final Payment Date”) by Trip type that apply, unless the reservation is made on or after the Final Payment Date, in which case 100% of the Trip price is required to be paid at the time of reservation:

Payment(s) must be made in U.S. dollars and we accept all U.S. major credit cards, check, or wire (certain countries only). Do not send cash. A Guest’s reservation may be canceled if full payment has not been received by the final payment date. Payment and deposit policy for private group travel and other group travel (collectively, “Group Travel”) may vary. Please contact us or your travel agent for complete details.

14. GUEST CANCELATIONS AND REFUNDS: Failure to strictly comply with the deposit and final payment schedules, or any other applicable policies and procedures, will result in the automatic cancelation of pending reservations and applicable fees will be assessed. You may cancel by telephone or in writing. The time of cancelation will be the date upon which we receive notice from you. Arriving late or leaving a Trip in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any unused portions of a Trip.

Unless stated otherwise in your Guest Confirmation, the following cancelation policy shall apply: Signature Land Expeditions

Deposit and, if Hold Period applies, 100% of Trip price are nonrefundable after the earlier of (i) the end of the 14-day grace period, (ii) the Hold Period, or (iii) our receipt of your executed Travel Agreement

River Expeditions

Deposit and, if Hold

of Trip price are

after the earlier of (i) the end of the 14-day grace period, (ii) the Hold Period, or (iii) our receipt of your executed Travel Agreement

Notwithstanding the above cancelation fee schedule: for reservations made subject to a Hold Period, any payments made shall be fully refundable during the Hold Period. The cancelation fees set forth above shall apply irrespective of resale by us. Cancelation policy for group travel may vary. Please contact us or your travel agent, if applicable, for complete details.

15. PRE- AND POST-TRIP EXTENSIONS AND EXTRA ARRANGEMENTS: We recommend that you arrive a day or two prior to the start of your Trip to get acclimated and to allow for unexpected travel delays. Also, you may choose to stay a day or two after to extend your Trip on your own. Both pre- and post-stays are available at additional cost to you. Please contact us for price, details and availability, which are not guaranteed. On some Trips, airport meet & greet and hotel transfer services are available in connection with these additional days. Our special rates for these additional days are only available if booked through us in conjunction with a Trip and cannot be combined with any other offer. Canadian Guests please contact your travel agent.

The policies regarding deposits, payments, and cancelations for all Trips also apply to pre- and post-Trip extensions and hotel nights, and extra arrangements confirmed on any Guest’s behalf, unless otherwise noted. Any revisions made to the booking, such as a change in departure date or choice of Trip, are subject to the cancelation policy.

16. AIR TRAVEL: Neither we, the Tour Operator, Suppliers, nor any of their affiliates will be liable for any air carrier’s cancelation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket to or from the Guest’s Trip departure city or return city. Any airline tickets issued are subject to the carrier’s refund policy. Baggage and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the Guest.

17. ITINERARY MODIFICATIONS/OUR RIGHT TO CANCEL: We will make every reasonable effort to operate the Trips as advertised; however, we and Tour Operator reserve the right to curtail or modify the itinerary, including but not limited to curtailment or modification of Activities, hotels, meals, transportation, and Experts, as we deem necessary. Please also note that during certain holidays and peak periods or due to repairs or renovations, some Activities may be disrupted or unavailable. Deviations from planned Trip itineraries or any aspects of the travel may occur. If conditions make river cruise routes unsafe for navigation or in other respects, or raise sufficient doubt about safety, we and Tour Operator reserve the right to modify or provide alternate services, which may include, but are not limited to, providing accommodation on the docked ship or on land and/or substituting ground arrangements for river cruise transportation. We and Tour Operator further reserve the right to reduce the number of Experts, and to modify other services to accommodate a smaller group, if a minimum number of guests is not reached. Similarly, the stated group maximum size may be marginally exceeded if necessary to accommodate a family. None of these modifications or changes shall affect the Trip price or entitle you to any credit or refund.

We shall also have the right, in our sole and absolute discretion to cancel or modify a reservation in whole or in part, at any time if the reservation includes or was made as the result of a mistake or error of any kind, including, but not limited to, a mistake or error in price or description of the Trip or Activity, or where it appears that a Guest has engaged in fraudulent or misleading activity in making the reservation, or due to prior disputed or suspected fraudulent payment transactions. If a reservation is canceled by us, in cases where we have received a valid and confirmed payment, we will provide a refund, and shall have no responsibility beyond the refund of monies paid to us related to the cancelation by us. We reserve the right to cancel any Trip or Activity because of inadequate enrollment that makes the Trip or Activity economically infeasible to operate or because of good-faith concerns with respect to the safety, health, or welfare of the Guests. If we cancel a Trip prior to departure, the Guest will be provided with a full refund of monies paid to us; except in the event that the cancelation is due to a significant event that makes it infeasible to operate the Trip as planned, in which case the Guest will be provided with a refund and/or credit toward a future Trip equivalent to the amount paid.

If a Guest elects to leave a Trip in progress of their own volition, the Guest will not receive any type of refund. If we or the Tour Operator cancels the Trip in progress and the Guest elects not to immediately return to his/her original point of departure for the Trip, or if the Guest elects to leave a Trip in progress of their own volition, the Guest acknowledges and agrees that: (i) the Guest shall be solely responsible for Guest’s travel plans once Guest departs the Trip; (ii) neither we nor the Tour Operator shall have any responsibility for or control over the Guest’s safety or activities once the Guest departs the Trip; and (iii) the Guest will be solely responsible for any and all costs that may arise out of the Guest’s decision to not return to the original point of departure from the Trip in progress. Except as outlined above when we cancel a Trip, you will have full responsibility for any expenses, including any nonrefundable expenses, incurred by you in preparing for a canceled Trip or for any additional arrangements should you embark prior to the scheduled group departure date.

18. TRAVEL AGREEMENT: The General Release, COVID-19 Release, and Travel Agreement, which also incorporates these Terms and Conditions (the “Travel Agreement”) is an agreement containing a general release of liability, indemnity, assumption of risks and other provisions provided to you upon booking. You will be required to sign and return the Travel Agreement to us as soon as possible. If you choose not to execute the Travel Agreement, you have 14 calendar days after booking to cancel and receive a full refund of your deposit, or, if a Hold Period applies to your reservation, you have the Hold Period to cancel and receive a full refund of the Trip price. We strongly advise that you not make any commitments that cannot be canceled within 14 calendar days after booking, or during the Hold Period, as applicable. Once we receive your executed Travel Agreement, your deposit and other amounts paid are nonrefundable unless otherwise stated in your Guest Confirmation. If you do not return the Travel Agreement before departure, and are not within the refundable timeframes noted above, you will not be able to participate on the Trip and all amounts paid are nonrefundable unless otherwise stated in your Guest Confirmation.

19. FORCE MAJEURE: Neither we nor our corporate parent, subsidiaries, affiliates, assigns, employees, officers, directors, successors, representatives, agents, or independent suppliers, will be held liable for any loss or damage due to delay, cancelation, or disruption in any manner caused by any of the following causes, to the extent beyond our reasonable control: acts of God, accidents, riots, wars, hostilities, blockages, revolutions, riots, insurrections, terrorist acts, epidemics or pandemics (including but not limited to COVID-19), quarantines, civil commotions, breakdown of communication facilities, natural catastrophes, governmental acts or omissions, changes in laws or regulations, labor strikes, fire, explosions, or sabotage.

20. NAME CHANGES/TRANSFERABILITY: Reservations and Trip components are nontransferable. We will make a reasonable effort to accommodate changes to Guest names prior to departure provided that at least one member of the originally-booked party travels; however, we reserve the right to pass on to you any third-party costs (such as from airlines or Suppliers (as defined herein)) we incur in so doing.

21. GOVERNMENTAL ADVISORIES/NECESSARY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: You are solely responsible for obtaining and understanding current travel advisories, warnings, requirements, and restrictions by contacting your travel agent, applicable embassies and consulates. We strongly encourage you to visit the U.S. State Department’s website at https://travel.state.gov and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at https://www.cdc.gov. NonU.S. residents should consult the appropriate consulates regarding passport, visa, and other document requirements. All Guests must have valid government-issued proof of citizenship to travel, in addition to any other requirements of the country of origin and countries visited. Those without proper documentation may be denied travel. In addition, you may be denied entry to the countries visited if you do not meet the country’s entry requirements. If you did not purchase air travel through us, you are solely responsible for notifying us of flight changes affecting your arrival or we will not be able to meet you at the specified arrival airport. Failure to obtain documents does not negate the Travel Agreement, and any extra costs incurred for rerouting due to travel without the necessary documents will be your responsibility.

You are solely responsible for obtaining any documents required for your participation on the Trip such as a valid passport, all visas, vaccination certificates, and any other documents which may be required by your itinerary or as required for traveling with minors, and complying with any destination specific requirements or restrictions.

22. GOVERNING LAW: YOU AGREE THAT ANY DISPUTE WHATSOEVER (WHETHER IN TORT, CONTRACT OR BASED ON STATUTE) IN CONNECTION WITH, RELATED TO, OR ARISING DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM YOUR TRIP, YOUR PURCHASE OF A TRIP FROM US, THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, THE TRAVEL AGREEMENT, OR ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION RELATED TO YOUR TRIP SHALL BE DETERMINED EXCLUSIVELY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LAW OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, WITHOUT REGARD TO ITS CONFLICT OF LAWS PRINCIPLES. THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, THE TRAVEL AGREEMENT, AND ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION RELATED TO YOUR TRIP SHALL BE DEEMED TO BE ENTERED INTO AND CONSUMMATED ENTIRELY IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA.

23. ADDITIONAL TERMS APPLICABLE TO RIVER CRUISES: These additional terms apply to river cruises. Passenger Ticket Contract: The river cruise component of the river cruise Trips, including vessel, vessel amenities, food and beverages served thereon and vessel crew, is provided by a Supplier, AMAWaterways Gmbh (“AMA”). Prior to embarkation you will receive a Passenger Ticket Contract, which governs your relationship with AMA as a passenger on the river cruise vessel and establishes limits of liability, limits on claims and time limits for making claims, as well as other restrictions, limits and disclaimers limiting AMA’s liability to you, which are wholly separate from, and independent of, these Terms and Conditions and the Travel Agreement, which govern your relationship with us and Tour Operator. Excursions: Certain excursions have limited capacity and are available to Guests on a first-come, first-served basis. As a result, we are unable to guarantee that each Guest will be able to participate in each excursion such Guest requests. Baggage: You may bring aboard the river cruise vessel, without additional charge, up to one (1) suitcase per person. Additional baggage will be subject to excess baggage charges.

24. CALIFORNIA TRAVEL RESTITUTION FUND NOT APPLICABLE: We are not a participant in the California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund.

25. UNITED STATES TOUR OPERATORS ASSOCIATION $1 MILLION TRAVELERS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: As an active member of USTOA, we are required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program, the advance payments of our customers in the unlikely event of our bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by us may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance payments we have received. More details of the USTOA Travelers Assistance Program may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Suite 1801, New York, New York 10001, or by email to information@ustoa.com or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com

26. TERMS SUBJECT TO CHANGE: These Terms and Conditions are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

27. COMPLETE TERMS: For the most complete and up-to-date Terms and Conditions, including for Expedition Cruises, River Cruises, Private Jet Expeditions, and other Trips, please see natgeoexpeditions.com/terms.

National Geographic Expeditions is registered as a Seller of Travel with the State of Florida (Seller of Travel Registration No. ST44028) and with the State of California (CST# 2074630).