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Explore Easter Island
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Easter Island to Tahiti: Tales of the Pacific

Eastbound - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Makatea cave and reef exploration
  • Rotoava village bike rides
  • Mangareva cultural hiking tours
  • Easter Island exploration
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Papeete / Santiago
Activities
Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Biking
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Variable
Set sail on a 16-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Resolution through French Polynesia, the Pitcairn Islands, and Chile. Explore coral atolls, volcanic islands, limestone caves, and UNESCO reefs while snorkeling, hiking, and visiting local communities. This voyage features remote destinations, expert-led exploration, and Polynesian culture.
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Sunset over Cartagena, Colombia
from $6,450
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Panama and Colombia: Exploring the Caribbean Coast

Panama to Cartagena - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Transit the Panama Canal
  • Meet Indigenous people of Guna Yala
  • Look for unique tropical wildlife
  • See colonial architecture
Starts / Ends
Panama City / Cartagena
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Discover an astonishing trove of natural and cultural treasures as you navigate the Caribbean coasts of Panama and Colombia on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Sail from Panama City to Cartagena, with stops in Portobelo, Guna Yala, Archipelago, and more.
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Penguins in Antarctica
from $24,600
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Bellingshausen Sea, Peter I Island plus Ellsworth Land - incl. helicopters

Ushuaia - Ushuaia - 25 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Cross the Antarctic Circle
  • Visit penguin nesting sites
  • Witness historic expedition sites
  • Discover Peter I Island
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Begin your 25-day expedition in Ushuaia, Argentina, and sail aboard Ortelius through the Drake Passage into Antarctica’s remote southern reaches. Discover rare wildlife, historic sites, and untouched landscapes as you explore the Bellingshausen Sea, Ellsworth Land, and Peter I Island by Zodiac and helicopter.
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School children
from $2,286
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Cachiccata Group Service Project with Machu Picchu

10 Day Itinerary
Activities
Homestays, Camping, Volunteering, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
Group service project in the Cachiccata community combined with visit of Cusco, the Sacred Valley, and Machu Picchu. Participants, side-by-side with the family members, will work on cleaning, repairing, and restoring homes, planting native trees, and visiting school and supporting a healthy breakfast project. We stay in the community campground each night to immerse ourselves in the village life.
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Hummingbird, Nazca Lines
from $849
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Paracas and Nazca

3 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
This 3-day tour of Peru takes you to the small town of Paracas, where the arid desert extends right to the shores of the ocean. From here, visit the famous & mysterious Nazca Lines and then move on to the Paracas National Reserve nad the Islas Ballestas to see many sea birds and sea lions.
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A Peruvian woman farming.
from $351
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Islands of Lake Titicaca

3 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 3-day Peru adventure extension tour, explore Lake Titicaca, a geographic landmark at the crossroads of the Andes and the Andean plateau and the world's highest navigable and South America's largest lake. This extension spends two nights in Puno, giving you ample opportunity to see all the sites and learn about local cultures and ways of life.
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Nayara Hangaroa Easter Island

5 Day Itinerary
  • See the superb Moai Stone Statues
  • Discover beautiful volcanoes
  • Explore the town of Hanga Roa
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Rapa Nui on this 5-day Easter Island trip. Uncover the mysteries of an enigmatic culture as you stroll around Hanga Roa village, connecting with the earth and learning the legends and traditions of the Rapa Nui.
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Biking trail going to Puerto Pratt
from $2,100
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Torres Del Paine Short Multisport Extension

3 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy multi-sport activities
  • Explore Grey Glacier up close
  • Enjoy an E-Bike with scenic views
  • Experience a Private Camping Advent
Starts / Ends
Puerto Natales / Puerto Natales
Activities
Hiking, Kayaking
Activity Level
Moderate
Add this 3-day Torres del Paine multi-sport extension to your time at Riverside Camp! Kayak the pristine waters of Grey Lake and River, e-bike through stunning landscapes, and hike along iconic trails. Perfect for exploring Torres del Paine from a new perspective. Relax each night at the Riverside Camp, making this an unforgettable experience for any outdoor enthusiast!
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Lake Titicaca
from $990
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Lake Titicaca - Sun and Moon Islands

3 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Sun Island
  • Visit a cathedral
  • Trek El Calvario for great views
Activity Level
Relaxed
This three day extension allows travelers to spend two nights on Sun Island and visit Moon Island and Copacabana. Explore Lake Titicaca, a geographic landmark and the world's highest navigable and South America's largest lake. According to legend, the son of Inti, the sun god, emerged as the first Inca from the waters of Lake Titicaca.
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Nuestra Senora de Copacabana
from $685
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Lake Titicaca - Sun Island & Copacabana

2 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Inca sites on Sun Island
  • Explore Copacabana
  • Boat on Lake Titicaca
Activity Level
Relaxed
This overnight Peru extension tour takes you on a 2-day journey to the world's highest navigable lake, Lake Titicaca to spend the night on Sun Island, where you can explore the Inca ruins and climb the ancient stairs of Yumani.
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Copacabana
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Lake Titicaca with overnight in Copacabana

2 Day Itinerary
Activity Level
Easy Active
This 2-day extension features an overnight in Copacabana. You will explore Lake Titicaca, at the crossroads of the Andes and the Andean plateau and the world's highest navigable lake. Immerse yourself in the legend that the son of Inti, the sun god, emerged as the first Inca from the waters of Lake Titicaca.
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Atacama Desert
from $222
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Atacama Archaeological Tour

½ Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Atacama Desert / Atacama Desert
Activity Level
Relaxed
Explore in 2026 with a relaxed journey through the Andes and Atacama Desert. Enjoy easy archaeological visits and stunning landscapes with minimal effort. Perfect for comfort seekers, this trip blends culture and nature in , part of . Plan for 2027 too!
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