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LEGENDARY : , FAROES, & 2021 route: , to Reykjavik, Iceland

13 Days National Geographic Explorer 148 Guests Expeditions in: Jun From $12,130 to $23,400 *

Sail beneath the midnight sun, over seas steeped in Norse mythology, and along the route of the boldest who ventured west. Meet the welcoming islanders who call the scenic Faroes home—Danes by nationality and Viking by blood. See the graves of their Viking ancestors and explore their tiny towns of turf-roofed homes. On Scotland’s outlying isles you’ll discover a 5,000-year-old village and see the mysterious standing stones of the . And in the west, on a near circumnavigation of Iceland, see this geologically roiling land just as the Vikings must have, from thundering waterfalls and boiling springs, to islands so young the earth still steams.

Call us at 1.800.397.3348 or call your Travel Agent. In Australia, call 1300.361.012 • www.expeditions.com DAY 1: Bergen, Norway/Embark padding Bergen is one of the major cities of the powerful 2022 Departure Dates: . Hansa merchants operated in the historic Bryggens Wharf area, filled with 1 Jul wooden buildings from the Middle Ages. (Day 2: 2023 Departure Dates: D) 30 Jun DAY 2: Islands, Scotland Advance Payment: padding Enjoy a morning at sea, then see the standing $1,500 stones at the Ring of Brodgar and the stoneslab village of Skara . Step into the past at the red Sample Airfares: sandstone cathedral of St. Magnus, built in 1137. (B,L,D) Economy: from $1,300 Business: from $3,300 Airfares are subject to change DAY 3: Islands padding Our ship glides past the towering bird cliffs of Noss Cost Includes: for views of murres and kittiwakes. Visit the Accommodations; meals indicated; archaeological site, a prehistoric and excursions; services of Lindblad Norse settlement continuously inhabited for more Expeditions’ Leader, Naturalist staff and than 4,000 years, and see the famous Shetland expert guides; use of kayaks, entrance ponies. (B,L,D) fees; all port charges and service taxes; bar tab and gratuities to ship’s crew. DAY 4-6: The Faroe Island padding Cost Not Included: The rugged Faroese are proud of their Viking Air transportation; personal items such as ancestry, reflected in their ancient language and emails, laundry, voyage DVD etc. love of the sea. We will explore the archipelago with possible stops: in Tórshavn, wooden boats bob at anchor in the harbor and harken back to Viking times; visit the natural history museum and the Kirkjubøur archaeological site, a medieval farming and religious center; see the incredible bird cliffs and scenic landscapes of northern Streymoy, at the cliffs of Vestmanna. (B,L,D)

DAY 7: Djúpivogur, Iceland padding Dock in Djúpivogur and drive down the coast to explore the vast Vatnajökull icecap and the deep blue icebergs of the large ice lagoon of Jökulsárlón. Alternatively, go by 4x4 vehicle to visit some of the secluded valleys and remote waterfalls in the countryside around Djúpivogur or visit a local farm to meet the families living in rural Iceland. (B,L,D)

DAY 8: At Sea/Grimsey padding Enjoy a morning at sea as we sail northward to the land of the midnight sun, going ashore in the evening at the tiny island of Grimsey. Home to nesting sea birds, it lies exactly on the Circle. (B,L,D)

DAY 9: Lake Mývatn/Akureyri padding Drive to Lake Mývatn, the most geologically active area in Iceland. See the mud pools at Hverarond and the unforgettable sight of Goðafoss, the waterfall of the gods. Visit the explosion crater at Viti. Drive to Akureyri with its beautiful period houses, backed by snow-capped mountains. (B,L,D)

DAY 10: Western Iceland padding Cruise past the immense Látrabjarg cliffs, the westernmost point of Iceland and home to a huge population of razorbills. Continue to Flatey Island, a trading post for many centuries. Walk around the charming hamlet that grew here. (B,L,D)

Call us at 1.800.397.3348 or call your Travel Agent. In Australia, call 1300.361.012 • www.expeditions.com DAY 11: Surtsey & Heimaey, Westman padding Special Offers Islands The Westman Islands were formed by undersea FREE BAR TAB AND CREW volcanoes and are among the youngest of the TIPS INCLUDED world’s . Surtsey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was created in 1963 and 10 years We will cover your bar tab and all tips for later, Heimaey was threatened by lava flows that the crew on all National Geographic nearly closed off its harbor. Visit the crater where Resolution, National Geographic the earth is still hot and see areas that were Explorer, National Geographic engulfed by lava. (B,L,D) Endurance, and National Geographic Orion voyages. DAY 12: Reykjavík / Disembark / Home padding Today we disembark in Reykjavík with options to EARLY BOOKING SAVINGS visit either the famous Blue Lagoon thermal baths or the hot springs, geothermal power plant and a Book 2023 departures and get 2022 rates horse farm, prior to our flight home. (B,L) if booked by November 30, 2021. Valid for new bookings on departures on Lindblad- National Geographic ships, Delfin II, and The Jahan made by Nov 30, 2021, subject to availability, not applicable on extensions, and may not be combined with other offers. Call for details.

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COMBINING OFFERS Certain offers may be combinable, up to two savings opportunities, except where noted otherwise. For example, travel with a group of 8 or more on back-to-back expeditions, and take advantage of both savings.

BRINGING THE KIDS We believe sharing an expedition with your kids or grandkids is a life-enhancing experience. So take $500 off for each child under the age of 18.

TRAVELING AS A GROUP Save 5% when traveling as a group of 8 or more people. Take advantage of these great savings, while enjoying traveling with your friends and family. This savings is applicable to voyage fares only, and is not valid on extensions or airfare. Deposit, final payments, and cancellation policies for group travel vary from our regular policies.

Call us at 1.800.397.3348 or call your Travel Agent. In Australia, call 1300.361.012 • www.expeditions.com * See our website at https://world.expeditions.com/ for the most up-to-date pricing, which may vary by departure date. Prices are subject to modification, and are not guaranteed until booking and required deposits are made. For best pricing, book early.

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Call us at 1.800.397.3348 or call your Travel Agent. In Australia, call 1300.361.012 • www.expeditions.com