16 Trips That Take You Deeper Into Europe

16 TRIPS THAT TAKE YOU DEEPER INTO EUROPE

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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’ll gain a deeper understanding of this extraordinary continent and its many facets. You’ll 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 hear tales of kings and clans as you navigate Scotland’s Highlands and islands on a nimble small ship. Whether you’re immersed in Italy’s splendid cities or Germany’s Rheingau wine country, you’ll spend time with artists and vintners, musicians and scientists, and enjoy an inside perspective on some of Europe’s most treasured places.

Front cover: Holland's famous tulips stripe the fields surrounding a traditional windmill. This page: Local pastas and wines invite passersby into a Tuscan food shop.

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Hikers follow a trail through the craggy landscapes of Scotland’s Isle of Skye.

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Vienna’s Natural History Museum houses one of the world’s largest meteorite collections. The rich waters off Iceland’s northern coast harbor up to 23 species of whale.

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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Meals: 1L, 1D 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 and discover how these 17th-century waterways—now a UNESCO World Heritage site—redefined urban planning. 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.

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

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DAY 1 I AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS Arrive in Amsterdam and board the ship this afternoon. Meet our National Geographic Experts at a welcome reception and dinner to night. Enjoy a Dutch dance performance, or join our National Geographic Photography Expert for a tutorial. AmaMora or AmaCerto for the entire voyage

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 from bombing during World War II. Learn about the famous blue-and-white pottery of Delft on a visit to a factory and museum, or take a bike tour.

Clockwise from above: Traditional Dutch windmills preside over a scenic canal in Holland; bicycles and blooms cling to a bridge over one of Amsterdam's canals; a canal carves through the heart of medieval Brugge, Belgium; Antwerp’s Grote Market was once a thriving center of European trade.

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 4 I ANTWERP, BELGIUM

HOLLAND AND BELGIUM IN SPRINGTIME BY RIVER CRUISE

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

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.

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

Hoorn 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.

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.

Alternatively, spend the entire day in Brugge with a free afternoon to discover the town on your own.

Gianluca Colla Photographer 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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

Meals: 1B A biker pauses at one of Holland’s traditional windmills. Visit website for complete details and dates.

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• Experience Central European traditions, from food and wine to classical concerts and folklore.

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.

• Take a specially arranged tour of Vienna’s renowned Museum of Natural History.

• Explore five countries while cruising the Danube with two National Geographic Experts.

Clockwise from above: A spectacular beacon on the banks of the Danube, Budapest’s neo-Gothic Parliament emits a golden glow at dusk; a couple takes in Danube views in Budapest; Austria’s Melk Abbey is one of Europe’s foremost baroque masterpieces; the Danube flows by the capital city of Bratislava and its hilltop castle.

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: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 4 I VIENNA, AUSTRIA

Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D DAY 3 I BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA Wake up in Bratislava, capital of Slovakia.

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 Photography Expert 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 River Cruise

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Set out on a full-day tour of the two distinct sides of Budapest: the cobbled hills of Buda and 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.

DANUBE RIVER CRUISE: BUDAPEST TO VILSHOFEN

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 Travelers pedal through the riverside villages of Austria’s UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley.

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.

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

Mark Baker Writer Prague-based writer Mark Baker has written articles for National Geographic Traveler magazine, BBC World News, and the Wall Street Journal, and authored guidebooks on Eastern and Central Europe for Lonely Planet, Frommer’s, and Fodor’s. Mark was previously a correspondent for The Economist Group, Bloomberg News, and Radio Free Europe. Find the departure(s) Mark will join on our website.

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CALL 1-888-966-8687 OR YOUR PROFESSIONAL TRAVEL ADVISOR 1 1 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 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.

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

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

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• 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.

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

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

RHINE RIVER CRUISE: BASEL TO AMSTERDAM DAY 1–3 I BASEL, SWITZERLAND TO STRASBOURG, FRANCE Arrive in Basel and transfer to our 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 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 6–8 I COLOGNE TO NETHERLANDSAMSTERDAM, In vibrant Cologne, admire the architecture on a walking tour or opt for 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 Above: Germany's Neckar River flows past Karl Theodor Bridge in Heidelberg before joining the Rhine.

8 DA YS FROM $5,495 Susan Seubert Photographer Susan Seubert has produced more than 30 stories for National Geographic Traveler 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. Visit website for complete details and dates.

RHINE CHRISTMAS MARKETS RIVER CRUISE CHRISTMAS MARKETS

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• Get immersed in the festivities in magnificent cities and medieval villages in Switzerland, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.

A National Geographic Expert, a Photography Expert, and local guides will accompany these trips.

• Enjoy an on-deck photo workshop as we cruise through the spectacular Rhine Gorge.

Savor the holiday spirit in Central Europe, where Christmas markets turn grand city squares and baroque palaces into magical winter wonderlands. Aboard the AmaLea, experience the music, foods, and handicrafts of the season in worldclass cities and the villages of Austria’s Wachau Valley.

Above from left: Aglow with golden light, the 14th-century Church of Our Lady presides over the Christmas market in Nuremberg’s main square; a dazzling Christmas tree towers over snow-dusted houses on Place Kleber in Strasbourg, France. Visit website for complete details and dates. Revel in dazzling celebrations of the holiday season as you cruise the Rhine aboard the AmaLucia. From Alsace, France and Germany’s Black Forest to the heart of Amsterdam, explore fairytale castles and cathedrals and stroll medieval squares filled with the sounds of carolers, the scents of mulled wine and spices, and the sparkle of Christmas trees.

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

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

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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. Find the departures Teresa will join on our website.

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Settle into a medieval castle in Tuscany 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 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.

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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; the tiny island in Slovenia’s Lake Bled is home to a 15th-century church.

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Signature Land Michael George Writer, Photographer 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. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Vogue, WIRED, and others. Find the departure(s) Michael will join on our website.

Gran Hotel La Perla; Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada; NH Collection Palacio de Burgos Meals: 2B, 2L, 3D DAYS 4–6 I CARRIÓN DE LOS CONDES/ LEÓN/VILLAFRANCA DEL BIERZO

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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 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

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.

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SPAIN: WALKING THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO

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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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Moderate/Strenuous 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. A pilgrim approaches the church of Nuestra Señora del Manzano along the Camino de Santiago. DAYS 1–3 I PAMPLONA, SPAIN/LOGROÑO/ BURGOS

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

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

Visit website for complete details and dates. Above: A paleoanthropologist studies the ancient cave art of Lascaux in southwest France. 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. 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. 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 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 or Le Centenaire | Meals: 2B, 2D DAYS 7–8 I LASCAUX IV/CASTEL-MERLE

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

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Light/Moderate HUMAN HISTORY: NORTHERN SPAIN AND SOUTHWEST FRANCE

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

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

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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 or Le Centenaire | Meals: 2B, 1L, 2D DAYS 9–10 I VÉZÈRE VALLEY/BORDEAUX

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

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

Please note: Hikes range from 2–6 hours (3–9 miles) on moderate to steep grades. Vehicle support during hikes is limited. Above: The waters of Loch Duich reflect the 13th-century fortifications of Eilean Donan Castle.

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

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.

Bruntsfield Hotel; Kingshouse Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1L, 2D DAYS 3–4 I GLEN COE/ISLE OF SKYE

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

Kingshouse Hotel; Skeabost House Hotel Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 5–8 I ISLE OF EDINBURGHSKYE/PERTHSHIRE/ 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. Skeabost House Hotel; Fonab Castle Hotel & Spa | Meals: 4B, 4L, 2D

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.

18 CALL 1-888-966-8687 OR YOUR PROFESSIONAL TRAVEL ADVISOR | NATGEOEXPEDITIONS.COM Visit website for complete details and dates. • 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. Moderate SCOTLAND HIKING ADVENTURE: FROM THE HIGHLANDS TO ISLANDS 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.

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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 is the author of Strange Rites: New Religions for a Godless World and the novel Social Creature Find the departure(s) Tara will join on our website.

Moderate 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.

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

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

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Hotel CUBO; Nationalpark Lodge Grossglockner Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 4–7 I NOCKBERGE BIOSPHERE RESERVE/KRANJSKA GORA, SLOVENIA/ TRIGLAV NATIONAL PARK/SOČA VALLEY

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

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 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.

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

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

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.

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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.

Hotel National Zermatt | Meals: 1B, 1D DAY 4 I GLACIER EXPRESS /ST. MORITZ

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.

20 CALL 1 -888-966-8687 OR YOUR PROFESSIONAL TRAVEL ADVISOR | NATGEOEXPEDITIONS.COM •Journey along three iconic Swiss railways, including the spectacular Glacier Express.

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. 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.

SWISS TRAINS AND THE ITALIAN

•Take a cooking lesson with an Italian chef on the shores of Lake Como. Light/Moderate 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; the Como Cathedral is adorned with intricate ceilings and artwork. LAKE DISTRICT DAYS 1–2 I ZÜRICH, ZERMATTSWITZERLAND/ 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 3 I ZERMATT/GORNER GLACIER

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

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

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, 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 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.

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. 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. Find the departure(s) Tim will join on our website. Visit website for complete details and dates.

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.

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

Hotel Royal Victoria | Meals: 2B, 1D

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.

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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.

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

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

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Above: Traffic on Venice’s Grand Canal subsides at sunset. TUSCAN LIFE DAYS 1–2 I VENICE, ITALY

INFORMATION Dates: This expedition is offered in May, June, 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. Dirk Booms Archaeologist Dirk Booms served as curator of Roman MuseumarchaeologyMediterraneanattheBritishandhaslectured 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. Find the departure(s) Dirk will join on our website.

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Rose Garden Palace | Meals: 4B, 1L, 2D A National Geographic Expert, Expedition Leader, and local guides will accompany this trip.

Upon arrival in Venice, ride a motorboat to our hotel in the heart of the old town, 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 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—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 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.

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

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DAYS 6–7 I HRÍSEY/MÝVATN

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

ICELAND: GLACIERS,VOLCANOES,ANDWHALES

M Jackson Educator, Geographer Geographer, glaciologist, National EmergingGeographicExplorer,and TED Fellow M Jackson studies the transformative effects of a changing climate on glaciers and people. A U.S. Fulbright ambassador and a former Peace Corps volunteer in Zambia, M has published two books on climate change. Find the departure(s) M will join on our website.

Above: Majestic Goðafoss is known as the “waterfall of the gods.” 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 a thrilling excursion to get up close to Iceland’s second largest glacier, the mighty Langjökull, and descend into a vast lava cave. 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

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

NATGEOEXPEDITIONS.COM | CALL 1-888-966-8687 OR YOUR PROFESSIONAL TRAVEL ADVISOR 23 Visit website for complete details and dates. • 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.

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.

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Clockwise from left: Travelers take in the view from the deck of the National Geographic Explorer; the clifftops of Pointe du Hoc, Normandy bear traces of dramatic D-Day battles; Scotland’s 13th-century Eilean Donan Castle is perched on a tiny tidal island; colorful facades line the port of Cobh, Ireland.

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. Follow the contours of Brittany and Wales, exploring historic towns as well as windswept headlands and spectacular coastal scenery. Approach World War II sites from the Netherlands to Normandy by sea, or 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.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions. Dates: This expedition is offered from May through August. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars and subject to change. This itinerary is for informational purposes only and is subject to change at any time without notice.

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Fly overnight to Inverness and board Lord of the Glens. Visit the battlefield at Culloden and the standing stones of Clava Cairns. Navigate the narrow Caledonian Canal, enter Loch Ness, and go hiking in Fort Augustus. Ascend 106 feet at Laggan Locks and descend via Neptune’s Staircase. Enjoy a scenic drive to Glenfinnan, or kayak Loch Linnhe. M.V. Lord of the Glens for the entire voyage Meals: 2B, 2L, 3D DAYS 5–7 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. Sail to Inverie, and enjoy a drink at the most remote pub in the British Isles. Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D DAYS 8–9 I ISLE OF SKYE/KYLE LOCHALSH/INVERNESS/U.S.OF

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 on the Balmacara Estate or a visit to Eilean Donan Castle. Disembark and transfer to Inverness for your flight home. Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D Above: A lone Highland cow stands amid the vast landscapes of the Isle of Skye.

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

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

DAYS 1–4 I U.S./INVERNESS, SCOTLAND/ LOCH NESS/FORT AUGUSTUS/GLENFINNAN

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

SCOTLAND’S HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS

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

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• See the neolithic Callanish Standing Stones and the Ring of Brodgar megaliths.

Delve into Britain’s nautical history in Portsmouth, where we’ll see the H.M.S. Victory and Mary Rose Explore charming Cornwall, and meander through Tresco Abbey Gardens on the Isles of Scilly. National Geographic Explorer for the entire voyage | Meals: 3B, 4L, 4D DAYS 6–7 I COBH, IRELAND/COUNTY KERRY

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• Explore the remote UNESCO World Heritage site of St. Kilda (conditions permitting).

Above: The white marble Old Church of Dunlewey overlooks the Poisoned Glen in the mountains of Donegal, Ireland. DAYS 1–5 I U.S./SOUTHERN ENGLAND Fly overnight to London and embark our ship.

Visit the Dun Aengus ring fort, perched on Inishmore in the Aran Islands. Discover the dramatic landscapes of counties Sligo and Donegal, which inspired the works of W. B. Yeats. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 10–11 I INNER AND OUTER HEBRIDES, SCOTLAND At Iona, venture into an ancient nunnery and a 13th-century abbey; then ride a Zodiac to the awe-inspiring Fingal’s Cave on Staffa Island. Conditions permitting, land at uninhabited St. Kilda. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 12–16 I ORKNEY ISLANDS/SHETLAND ISLANDS/BERGEN, NORWAY/U.S. Marvel at the megaliths of the Ring of Brodgar and the 5,000-year-old village of Skara Brae. Step into St. Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall. In Shetland, discover the prehistoric settlement of Jarlshof and examine Bronze Age ruins and Viking longhouses. Sail to Norway and disembark in Bergen. Meals: 5B, 4L, 4D INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions. Dates: This expedition is offered in June. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. 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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Light or ModerateExpedition Cruise An Expedition Leader, a photo instructor, and a naturalist will accompany this trip.

Visit the Cobh Heritage Centre. See the ancient beehive huts on the rocky isle of Skellig Michael from the ship, then explore Valentia Island and seaside Dingle. Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 8–9 I WESTERN IRELAND

Todd Gipstein Photographer Todd Gipstein has produced award-winning National Geographic documentaries on topics that range from the environment to history to exploration. His evocative work covers locations all over the globe, and his images have been published in National Geographic and National Geographic Traveler magazines and in many books. Find the departure(s) Todd will join on our website.

• Visit Macbeth’s burial place at a 13th-century abbey on the Scottish isle of Iona.

Discover the unique culture of Jersey and Guernsey. Venture into the Jersey War Tunnels and learn about the German occupation of the island during World War II. Or take cliffside walks and visit botanical gardens. In Penzance on Cornwall’s Land’s End, hear tales of piracy and encounter a flourishing arts scene. Continue to the granite Isles of Scilly to discover their rare, subtropical flora or visit the Tresco Abbey Gardens. From Holyhead, Wales, venture to the castles built by King Edward I or walk the coast path on the island of Anglesea. Disembark in Dublin. Meals: 5B, 4L, 4D Above: Bright fishing boats teem in a turquoise harbor on England’s Cornwall coast.

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INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions. Dates: This expedition is offered in April. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, 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 FROM $11,320

David Wright Filmmaker, Photographer David Wright has worked in over 65 countries on assignment for National Geographic, PBS, and the BBC, among others. His films and articles include a National Geographic special on the polar bears of Svalbard for which he won an Emmy, as well as stories on the search for sunken U-boats and great white sharks.

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Meals: 1B, 2L, 2D DAYS 4–5 I BRITTANY

Arrive in Bordeaux on an overnight flight and take a city tour before setting sail in the afternoon. Go ashore at Royan, and travel to Cognac to sample its famous brandy and explore the charming town. Or visit tidal oyster farms, learning how to cultivate and prepare these delicate mollusks. Sail north out of La Rochelle. National Geographic Resolution for the entire voyage

Wake up in Saint-Malo and take a walking tour of this fortified city, known for its 15th century privateer history and surrounded by ramparts dating from the 12th century. Visit a local oyster farm or practice your photography skills amid the half-timbered houses and cobblestoned streets of Dinan. Alternatively, explore the iconic abbey-fortress of Mont-Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage site poised dramatically on a tidal island.

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• Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed castles of King Edward I in Wales.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 6–10 I CHANNEL ISLANDS, ENGLAND/ CORNWALL/WALES/DUBLIN, IRELAND

NAVIGATING THE ATLANTIC COAST: BRITTANY, WALES, AND ENGLAND ’ S CHANNEL ISLANDS

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• Discover unique cultures and World War II history in Guernsey and Jersey.

• Explore Brittany’s walled city of Saint-Malo or the fortified abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel.

Explore Belgium, learning about Antwerp’s artistic past and the history of medieval Brugge, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Gothic architecture and picturesque squares.

Cruise past the peaceful towns and villages through the Kiel Canal—the world’s busiest artificial waterway. As our ship continues southwards along mainland Europe, attend talks by our experts and unwind at our onboard spa. Then explore the vibrant historic center of Amsterdam by boat or on foot, and discover the works of Dutch masters at the Rijksmuseum on a tour with a private guide.

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• Sail past the iconic White Cliffs of Dover that greeted Allied troops returning from Dunkirk.

• Tour Amsterdam’s spectacular Rijksmuseum with a private guide.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 8–11 I NORMANDY, FRANCE/ DOVER, ENGLAND/LONDON

Spend three days retracing the momentous events of D-Day, the largest seaborne invasion in modern history. Tour the beaches of Normandy and surrounding sites with a local historian, then follow the details of the Dunkirk evacuation as you cross the English Channel and sail past the White Cliffs of Dover. Follow the River Thames into London, where we’ll disembark and catch flights home. Meals: 4B, 3L, 3D Above: Lighthouse on Dover Beach.

Meals: 2B, 2L, 2D DAYS 6–7 I ANTWERP, BELGIUM/BRUGGE

National Geographic Explorer for the entire voyage I Meals: 1B, 2L, 2D DAYS 4–5 I KIEL CANAL, GERMANY/AT SEA/ AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS

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

NORTH SEA VOYAGE: NORTHERN EUROPE AND THE NORMANDY BEACHES

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• Trace the events of the momentous D-Day invasion with a historian in Normandy.

INFORMATION This trip is operated in collaboration with Lindblad Expeditions. Dates: This expedition is offered in June. Visit website for complete details and dates. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and vary by cabin category. Single supplement applies; please see our website. Airfare is not included in the price. 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.

Arrive in Copenhagen on an overnight flight and enjoy a guided canal boat tour of the stylish Danish capital before we set sail. The next day, dock at Lübeck, once the medieval center of the Hanseatic League. Taste locally produced marzipan, and visit the incredible Holsten Gate and Hospital of the Holy Spirit.

DAYS 1–3 I U.S./COPENHAGEN, DENMARK/ LÜBECK, GERMANY

Remnants of the Mulberry Harbors still dot the beaches of Arromanches-les-Bains. YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

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6. ALLERGIES AND SPECIAL DIETARY REQUESTS:

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

Trip-cancellation 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

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.

1. TERMINOLOGY: As used in these Terms and Conditions:

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.

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.

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10. TRAVEL INSURANCE: Travel insurance is strongly recommended and is available through multiple independent travel insurance providers. Travel insurance typically provides coverage for Trip cancellation 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.

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.

Signature Land Expeditions departing on or before December 31, 2022 Days Prior to Trip Start 65 Days or More 64 to Days46 45 to Days0 Fees (% of Trip price) Deposit and, if Hold Period applies, 100% of Trip price are nonrefundable after the earlier of (i) the end of the 14-day grace period, (ii) the Hold Period, or (iii) our receipt of your executed Travel Agreement 50% 100% Payments must be made by credit card, wire, or check. A Guest’s reservation may be canceled if full payment has not been received by the final payment date.

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c. “Guest Confirmation” means the confirmation of booking.

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:

b. “Guest,” “you” and “your” refer to the guest or passenger making a Trip or travel reservation with us and also applies to any member of a guest’s or passenger’s traveling party.

Approx. 10% of lowest published Trip price for each departure

For Private Expeditions Only: The price per person reflected in the Guest Confirmation is based on the number of Guests on the Trip. In the event of a Guest cancellation, we reserve the right to increase the price per person reflected in the Guest Confirmation. We shall notify you if the price per person increases, and you agree to pay the increased price by the required invoice dates. In the event you add one or more Guests to your Trip, we reserve the right to reduce the price per person reflected in this confirmation.

2. SERVICE PROVIDERS/SUPPLIERS: We may license or engage qualified professional tour operators to organize and administer activities or travel. Any such designated tour operator, its parent, subsidiaries, and assigns, and their respective employees, affiliates, officers, directors, successors, representatives, agents and assigns (collectively “Tour Operator”), in turn, acts only as an agent for any transportation carrier, hotel, ground operator, restaurants, or other suppliers of services connected with specific itineraries (“Suppliers”).

d. “Our”, “us,” “we” refer to Global Adrenaline, LLC d/b/a National Geographic Expeditions, 1880 Oak Avenue, Suite 100, Evanston, IL 60201.

3. INDEPENDENT ACTIVITIES: If you decide to participate in any activity or excursion that is not arranged or led by us or the Tour Operator, neither we nor the Tour Operator shall have any responsibility for or control over your safety or well-being, which will be solely your responsibility.

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.

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.thewaltdisneycomp 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, have address updates, or would like to update marketing communication preferences, please visit: https://privacy.thewaltdisneycompany.com/en/privacy-controls/communication-choices/

14. GUEST CANCELLATIONS 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 cancellation of pending reservations and applicable fees will be assessed. You may cancel by telephone or in writing. The time of cancellation 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 cancellation policy shall apply:

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Approx. 10% of lowest published Trip price for each departure

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).

e. “Trip” means an Expedition on our website, catalog, or marketing materials or an Expedition you have reserved that is set forth in your Guest Confirmation and includes all Activities.

The Suppliers are solely responsible and liable for providing their respective services and neither we nor Tour Operators are responsible for delay, mishap, inconvenience, expense, irregularity, bodily injury, illness, emotional distress, death, or loss to property occasioned by or through the conduct or omission of a Supplier, each of which is subject to the laws of the country or state where the services are provided. In addition, the passenger tickets in use by any carriers will constitute the sole contract between you and the carrier; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time you are not aboard their conveyances.

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10% of Trip price with some Trips requiring additional nonrefundable deposits to secure permits or internal airfare 20% of Trip price with some Trips requiring additional nonrefundable deposits to secure permits or internal airfare

a. “Activity” means each recreational or other activity in the course of the Trip.

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 thirdparty 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.

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.

Notwithstanding the above cancellation fee schedule: for reservations made subject to a Hold Period, any payments made shall be fully refundable during the Hold Period.

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.

24. COMPLETE TERMS: These Terms and Conditions are current as of the date of this printing and are subject to change at any time without notice. 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 CST# 2074630-40 PHOTO CREDITS : SVEN OLAF-LINDBLAD (24) 2022 National Geographic Partners, LLC Printed on recycled paper. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPEDITIONS and the Yellow Border Design are trademarks of the National Geographic Society, used under license.

We shall also have the right, in our sole and absolute discretion, including, but not limited to prior disputed or suspected fraudulent payment transactions, to cancel from time to time any and all reservations, in whole or in part, and, in cases where we have received a valid and confirmed payment, we will provide a full refund. We reserve the right to cancel any Trip because of inadequate enrollment that makes the Trip 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; except in the event that the cancellation 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.

The cancellation fees set forth above shall apply irrespective of resale by us. Cancellation policy for group travel may vary. Please contact us or your travel agent, if applicable, for complete details.

If we or the Tour Operator cancels the Trip in progress, the Guests will receive a prorated refund based on the number of days not completed. 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 your safety or activities once you depart the Trip, and (iii) you will be solely responsible for any and all costs that may arise out of the your decision to not return to your original point of departure from the cancelled Trip in progress. Except as outlined above when we cancel a Trip, you will have full responsibility for any expenses, including any non-refundable expenses, incurred by you in preparing for a cancelled Trip or for any additional arrangements should you embark prior to the scheduled group departure date.

16. AIR TRAVEL: Neither we, the Tour Operator, Suppliers, nor any of their affiliates, will be liable for any air carrier's cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket to or from the Guest’s Trip departure 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.

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.

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. Further we reserve the right to cancel the Trip or any Activity because of inadequate enrollment that makes any Trip or Activity economically infeasible to operate or because of good-faith concerns with respect to the safety, health, or welfare of the Guests. 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.

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

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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 non-cancelable commitments 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.

21. GOVERNMENTAL ADVISORIES/NECESSARY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: You are solely responsible for obtaining current travel advisories, warnings and requirements by contacting your travel agent, applicable embassies and consulates. We strongly encourage you to visit the U.S. State Department’s website at https://travel.state.gov and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at https://www.cdc.gov Non-U.S. residents should consult the appropriate consulates regarding passport, visa and other document requirements. All Guests must have valid government-issued proof of citizenship to travel, in addition to any other requirements of the country of origin and countries visited. Those without proper documentation may be denied travel. In addition, you may be denied entry to the countries visited if they 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.

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19. FORCE MAJEURE: Neither we nor our corporate parent, subsidiaries, affiliates, and assigns, employees, officers, directors, successors, representatives, agents, and independent supplies, will be held liable for any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, 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.

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.

Private Expeditions and Custom Expeditions departing on or after April 1, 2022 and Signature Land Expeditions departing on or after January 1, 2023: Days Prior to Trip Start 90 Days or More 89 to Days46 45 to Days0 Fees (% of Trip price) Deposit and, if Hold Period applies, 100% of Trip price are nonrefundable after the earlier of (i) the end of the 14-day grace period, (ii) the Hold Period, or (iii) our receipt of your executed Travel Agreement 50% 100% RiverDaysExpeditionsPriortoTripStart 120 Days or More 119 to Days90 89 to Days46 45 to Days0 Fees (% of Trip price) Deposit and, if Hold Period applies, 100% of Trip price are nonrefundable after the earlier of (i) the end of the 14-day grace period, (ii) the Hold Period, or (iii) our receipt of your executed Travel Agreement 50% 75% 100%

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 cancellations 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 cancellation policy.

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