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Experience cruise tailored to adventurous and discerning travelers. With 93 unique itineraries available between 2026 and 2028, guests can explore top destinations like Sitka, Tracy Arm, Inian Islands, Juneau, and Reykjavik, while enjoying curated activities such as Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Whale Watching, and Village Visits. Whether you prefer short getaways or extended explorations, trips range from 5 days to 25 days, with pricing from $3,675 to $152,575. is known for exceptional service, small-ship intimacy, and flexible policies designed to ensure a smooth travel experience. Ideal for solo travelers, couples, or small groups, cruises in 2026 and 2027 offer a perfect blend of comfort, discovery, and unforgettable memories.
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Spot stunning wildlife in the tree canopy
from $4,579
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Exploring Costa Rica: Guanacaste, Santa Rosa and Rincon de la Vieja

6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Navigate Costa Rica’s Guanacaste
  • Discover diverse tropical ecosystem
  • Enjoy Isla Tortuga’s beaches
  • Explore volcanic landscapes
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San Jose / San Jose
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Discover the treasures of one of Costa Rica’s richest regions, Guanacaste, on a 6-day voyage aboard National Geographic Quest. As you venture from uninhabited isles to wildlife-rich jungles and friendly surf towns, bask in the “pura vida” that infuses this ecologically rich country.
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Calm waters disturbed only by the flick of a whale's tail
from $3,991
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Alaska Escape: Haines, the Inian Islands and Tracy Arm Fjord

Sitka - Juneau - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion
  • Journey by kayak into dramatic bays
  • Raft the Chilkat River with guides
  • See Haines by raft, bike, or foot
  • View glaciers and icebergs
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Sitka / Juneau
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Board the National Geographic Sea Lion on this 6-day Wild Alaska Escape cruise exploring the coasts and forests of Alaska. Visit ports such as Sitka, Juneau, and Haines, and wild islands of the inside passage.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $20,990
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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

Southbound - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore the Svalbard coast
  • Discover islands and fjords
  • Actively explore the scenery
  • Explore the coves and inlets
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Oslo / Oslo
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This 12-day Arctic expedition on National Geographic Resolution takes you to the remote islands and fjords of northern Norway such as Sørøya Island and Senja Island before moving towards Svalbard, where the wildlife and rugged landscapes will take your breath away.
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Panama Canal
from $5,772
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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Observe animals in their habitat
  • Kayak through magical mangroves
  • Transit the historical Panama Canal
  • Explore Gulf of Panama beaches
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Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Venture into remote wilderness and hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, explore idyllic islands, snorkel over a vibrant coral reef, and take an expedition landing craft cruise through mangroves.
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A pod of long-beaked common dolphins in the Sea of Cortez, Baja California, Mexico
from $6,450
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Baja California: Among the Great Whales

Loreto, Mexico Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Observe California gray whales
  • Hike across desert islands
  • Experience the Baja California
  • Snorkel with sea lions
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Loreto / Loreto
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Set sail from Loreto on an 8-day Baja California expedition aboard the National Geographic Venture to explore the Gulf of California’s vibrant wildlife and desert landscapes. Kayak, snorkel, and hike remote islands, encounter gray whales, and swim with sea lions at Los Islotes for an unforgettable adventure guided by experts.
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Kayaking Tracy Arm Fjord in Tongass National Forest.
from $7,027
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Alaska's Inside Passage

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • View unique wildlife such as orcas
  • Visit Tracy or Endicott Arm fjords
  • Explore Alaskan ecosystems
  • Hike & kayak in Icy Strait
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Explore massive glaciers, kayak scenic coastlines, encounter incredible and varied wildlife, and see the hidden wonders of Alaska. This exclusive 8-day sailing adventure aboard the National Geographic Quest is crafted to offer you the most in-depth experience of Alaska possible.
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Humpback Whale Alaska's Inside Passage
from $6,516
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Alaska's Inside Passage

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • View unique wildlife such as orcas
  • Visit Tracy or Endicott Arm fjords
  • Explore Alaskan ecosystems
  • Hike & kayak in Icy Strait
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Biking, Fishing
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Explore Southeast Alaska aboard National Geographic Venture on its 8-day Alaska cruise from Juneau to Sitka. Hike over the spongy earth and float past massive icebergs, glaciers, and, with some luck, bears , humpback wales, wolves, moose, sea otters, orcas, sea lions, or mountain goats.
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Balloons take to the sky at dawn above Pharaoh Ramesses II memorial temple in Theban Necropolis, Upper Egypt
from $10,240
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Passage Through Egypt

Luxor to Aswan - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Oberoi Philae
  • Discover pyramids and Sphinx
  • Explore temple of Dendera
  • Walk around town of Esna
  • Sail through Nile river
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Cairo / Cairo
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Photography Seminars
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Sail the Nile aboard the luxurious Oberoi Philae on a 12-day adventure. Visit Egypt’s top sites, including the Pyramids of Giza, Valley of the Kings, Karnak, Hatshepsut’s Temple, Dendera, Philae, Abu Simbel, Esna, and historic Cairo, experiencing the country’s rich history and culture.
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Bronze Age Clava Cairn near Inverness, Scotland
from $10,214
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Scotland's Highlands and Islands

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Lord of the Glens
  • See Eilean Donan Castle
  • Discover Oban whisky town
  • Explore Clava Cairns stones
  • Cruise Caledonian Canal Scotland
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Inverness / Inverness
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Sail through Scotland’s Highlands on an 8-day cruise aboard Lord of the Glens. Cruise the Caledonian Canal, cross Loch Ness, and visit Culloden, Glenfinnan, Oban, Mull, Iona, and Skye. Explore castles, historic battlefields, remote villages, and coastal wildlife while navigating scenic lochs and canals.
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Bearded seal in Svalbard, Norway
from $33,385
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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard

Bergen to Longyearbyen - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore the rare northern fjords
  • Paddle in a deep fjord
  • Explore Lofoten Islands
  • Visit the famous building in Tromso
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Bergen / Longyearbyen
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Cruise across Norway's fjords and Arctic Svalbard on a 16-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Endurance, and explore the wilderness, wildlife, and scenery on Bergen, Tromso, Lofoten Islands, Tysfjorden and Bear Island.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $12,050
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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Kirkwall’s cathedrals
  • Meet Eysturoy villagers
  • Explore Shetland’s Viking coast
  • See Faroe villages
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Urban Exploration
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Embark on an 11-day North Atlantic cruise aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Start in Edinburgh, then explore ancient ruins in Orkney, Viking history in Shetland, turf-roofed villages in the Faroe Islands, and Iceland’s black-sand beaches and volcanic craters on a journey rich in culture, landscapes, and adventure.
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The ancient stone structures of Machu Picchu
from $9,720
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Peru and Galapagos Escape

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Islander II
  • Explore Machu Picchu ruins
  • Visit Pisac and Ollantaytambo sites
  • Witness Inca weaving traditions
  • Spot penguins Sullivan Bay
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Lima / Ecuador
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Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits
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Join a 12-day adventure through Peru and the Galapagos. Begin in Lima, explore Cusco, Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Continue to Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands aboard National Geographic Islander II, hiking, snorkeling, kayaking, and observing wildlife in their natural habitats.
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from $9,100
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Galapagos by Catamaran: An Intimate Voyage

Ecuador Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Delfina
  • See wildlife and landscapes
  • See Galapagos sea lions
  • See flightless cormorant
  • Visit giant tortoises
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Guayaquil / Guayaquil
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Kayaking, Hiking, Whale Watching, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Set sail on a 10-day Galapagos cruise adventure aboard National Geographic Delfina. Encounter diverse wildlife, from playful sea lions to rare Galapagos penguins, amidst stunning volcanic landscapes and pristine beaches.
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Three Killer Whales swimming side by side.
from $11,733
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A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii

Northbound - 15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
  • Sail into deep fjords & channels
  • Encounter & observe varied wildlife
  • Visit Haida Gwaii
  • Kayak in Misty Fjord's backwaters
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Vancouver, BC / Ford's Terror
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On this 15-day cruise aboard the Sea Bird, explore Alaska's Inside Passage, coastal British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii on this small ship adventure cruise. You'll visit Glacier Bay National Park, Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, Misty Fjords, and Tracy Arm, where you can see the pristine wilderness of this region and search for fascinating wildlife.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $12,107
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Ancient Isles: England, Ireland and Scotland

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Celtic and Viking culture
  • Sail around Skellig Michael
  • Zodiac cruise in Scotland
  • Visit giant seabird colonies
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Windsor / Edinburgh
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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Portsmouth to Edinburgh aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Britain's, Ireland's, and Scotland's lesser-known wonders. Discover ancient megaliths, mysterious sea caves, historic dockyards, and lush botanical gardens.
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A mother gentoo penguin and her chick
from $16,782
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Voyage to Antarctica

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • See legendary landscapes & habitats
  • Encounter iconic wildlife
  • Kayak, Zodiac cruise, and hike
  • Experience the Antarctic undersea
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Buenos Aires / Antarctica Peninsula
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This 12-day classic luxury Antarctica cruise on the National Geographic Endurance takes you to huge tabular icebergs in pools of turquoise blue meltwater, mountains rising some 9,000 feet straight up from the sea, penguins galore, abundant marine mammals, and experiences like cruising through the spectacular Lemaire Channel.
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Arctic puffins
from $11,419
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The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland

St. John's - St. John's - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Venture into L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Explore Gros Morne National Park
  • Look for moose, seabirds and whales
  • Discover eastern Canada's beauty
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St. John's / L'Anse aux Meadows
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Sail the Canadian Maritimes with the National Geographic Explorer. Walk among Viking ruins in Newfoundland, explore WWII sites, and admire Prince Edward Island’s red cliffs. Spot puffins, whales, and moose in this wild and historic Atlantic region.
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Inca ruins of Machu Picchu in the Andes
from $12,109
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Exploring Galapagos, Machu Picchu and Peru's Land of the Inca

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endeavour II
  • Encounter incredible wildlife
  • Experience the Galápagos undersea
  • See daybreak over Machu Picchu
  • Explore massive Ollantaytambo
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Link your 9-day small ship-based Galapagos adventure aboard the National Geographic Endeavour II to a 7-day land-based exploration of the archaeological wonders of Machu Picchu and the cultural wonders of Inca Peru, historic and modern. Make the most of your travel time as your expedition team makes the transition effortless for you.
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