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EXCLUSIVE & ALL INCLUSIVE 2-WEEK OR 1-WEEK VOYAGES WITH AIR OFFERS PLUS COMPLIMENTARY EXTENSIONS

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Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic have joined forces to further inspire the world through expedition travel. Our collaboration in exploration, research, technology and conservation will provide extraordinary travel expe- riences and disseminate geographic knowledge around the globe. DEAR TRAVELER, In the fall of 2015 we announced our Europe 2.0 2016 program—carefully curated, perfectly paced one-week voyages aboard National Geographic Orion dedicated to exploring Europe in the most individualized, experiential way possible.

Given the strength of the US dollar in Europe, we realized savings that we passed on to prospective guests in the form of a Free Air offer. And, we invited our prospective guests to take advantage of 10% savings if they took two or more voyages—in any combination or sequence.

The resulting booking patterns proved highly inspiring.

Our guests, in rather telling numbers, booked specific voyages back-to-back—clearly indicating their interest in specific regions and the length of time they felt these regions warranted.

We celebrate their creativity in the clearest manner possible—by NEW! imitating it. Now, we are pleased to announce a refinement to our ON THE Europe 2.0 program: six new two-week Europe itineraries, directly FOLLOWING PAGES inspired by our guests’ curiosity and discernment. Six 2-week well-paced And, we have added a special Be-Our-Guest invitation—complimentary & curated itineraries to 3-day pre- or post-voyage extensions in highly rewarding locations, choose from with: including St. Petersburg, Bordeaux & St. Emilion, Lisbon and Norway, in  $1,500 AIR CREDIT addition to the other offers shown here at right. You’ll find details on each  ALL ACTIVITIES, BAR complimentary extension on the following two-week itinerary pages. TAB & GRATUITIES INCLUDED Choose from our eleven one-week itineraries for a compact yet fulfilling experience of Europe. Combine any two and save 10%. PLUS And, we have selected premier hotel properties at the start and end  COMPLIMENTARY point of each itinerary; our Expedition Specialists can assist you with ALL-INCLUSIVE PRE/POST 3-DAY arrangements if you’d like to pad your take-off or landing, so to speak. EXTENSIONS You’ll find these itineraries, and relevant offers, ahead on page 31.

Whether you choose a two-week or one-week voyage, we look forward to sharing the adventure of exploring Europe in the unique, On the cover: This incredible yacht-scale way that National Geographic Orion and her team setting for the cliffhanger ending can provide. of Star Wars: The Force Awakens is no fantasy realm. Skellig All the best, Michael, off the coast of Ireland, is designated a UNESCO World Heritage site thanks to the early Christian monastery set high atop its slopes for more than 1400 years. The remote nature of the island and the difficulty of reaching it means that visitors are rare. Lindblad travelers will be among the few who explore Sven-Olof Lindblad here in 2016.

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ravelers who know us know we’re a relevant choice for exploring Europe. Other potential guests didn’t; they told our Specialists: “Lindblad is the best; Twhen it comes to any wild remote place on the planet, I’d go with you. But why would I need an expedition company to get to Europe?” We know we’re the relevant choice for experiencing Europe, and here are the reasons why:

We are an exploration company, first and foremost. confer with locals and consult our own historic We believe we can give people an experience of record and collective expertise. And by the way, exploration and discovery in Europe—one of the that’s not solely to assure your safety, it’s also most visited geographies on Earth—that is simply to assure maximum surprise and delight. When more inspiring, more meaningful, more comfortable, you find yourself enjoying, for instance, a striking and more memorable than any other travel option. alignment of view, ship position and sunset, it’s Why do we believe this? Because we have been not a coincidence—it’s part of what our expedition exploring Europe, a region we collectively love, for teams do. decades on a variety of ships and now with the most suitable of all—the National Geographic Orion. We dedicated three teams of Experience Designers to our Europe 2.0 program, to go National Geographic Orion. With just 102-guests, beyond what we’ve offered in the past, and what is it is the perfect size for exploring Europe. While currently available. They have been on the ground we do not wish to be critical of other “cruise” ships, exploring since March 2015. As a result, our Europe being relatively small matters a great deal. The itineraries are carefully designed to make the most National Geographic Orion moves more like a of your time, curiosity and love for Europe. yacht than a cruise ship, anchoring in small bays, or in the center of town. She’s a beautiful ship, too, Value. The prices for our Europe voyages include providing a level of comfort and amenity equal to everything you can do, see, enjoy and experience. the European scenery, food and wine she voyages There are no extras to factor into your budget through and to. planning. Combine that with our special offers (see page 48), and I think you’ll see that value, Curation—research is key; accumulated combined with our recognized ability to provide knowledge from the past and being on top of exhilarating experiences, is your assurance of an what’s new. So, we thoroughly vet conditions, extraordinary European adventure.

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A view of Granada from Alhambra Palace.

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Like food and wine, certain combinations profoundly satisfy the human spirit, and our two-week European itineraries expertly pair possibilities—to ensure you the most in-depth and exhilarating European experience.

When we originally offered our Europe 2.0 program, we imagined guests would like the COMPLIMENTARY option to link itineraries their way, to create the SIDE ADVENTURES TO experience they wanted. And we offered 10% off COMPLEMENT YOUR VOYAGE any 2 or more, in any sequence or combination. As you browse the following 2-week itineraries, note that each features an What happened was an impressive display extension, that complements your voyage— and is yours with our compliments. of creativity by our guests—resulting in highly Designed to precede or follow your popular, specific itinerary combinations. So now voyage, these stays extend the pleasures we’re offering these two-week, ‘guest-inspired’ of your 2016 sojourn in Europe. Our itineraries too. For those with the time and Expedition Specialists can provide more inclination, they provide a richer, more rewarding information, and as always handle all the steep in Europe’s regional bounties—and a arrangements for both your voyage and special, relevant inducement to “explore more,” your complimentary extension. as you’ll see ahead.

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Sunset over the Old Town of Bonifacio, South Coast of Corsica Island.

6 ITINERARY: 15 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | DATE: 2016: MAY 8 Sardinia, Corsica & Menorca to the Iberian Coast For ages poets and storytellers have tried to describe the unique beauty of the Mediterranean isles and Iberian coast. Find your own words to the experiences they offer—from simply uncommon to utterly unique—including exclusives such as the haunting sound of polyphonic singing in a private concert in Corsica. Ancient and modern, art and architecture is the thru- line of this voyage from Provence to Portugal’s southernmost province, the Algarve—with nature-made and man-made in brilliant juxtaposition. See Bonifacio upon its massive sea-carved plinth and the Alhambra fortress in Granada with its commanding Sierra Nevada views; Neptune’s Grotto in sunlit Sardinia and Gaudi’s masterworks in vibrant Barcelona; prehistoric monuments in Menorca and the resplendent Alcazar Palace in Seville. It’s heady this voyage—with inimitable vistas, physical and cultural activities, and the foods and wines of scintillating and diverse regions to explore and savor—off-ship and onboard as Orion’s chef artfully mirrors each region. Join us for it all, and then enjoy more—as our guest.

LISBON & THE RIBATEJO VALLEY—WITH OUR COMPLIMENTS 3 Days/2 Nights, a $1,575 value Discover the Ribatejo region, home to the famed Lusitano horse breed. Take a river boat to colorful, seldom-seen fishing villages, and lunch in a stilt- perched restaurant above the wild Tagus River. Then to Lisbon—a city savvy travelers are touting—to wander beckoning streets and explore the Moorish Alfama, with tuk-tuks to take us into the charming old Mouraria and Sé neighborhoods, and more. Dine daily in standouts, including Europe’s best gin bar, amid tapas- laden tables; and on Este Oeste’s lovely terrace with its gorgeous Belem views. Most meals, fine wines, your knowledgeable escort, plus transfers and accommodations are on us, with compliments. » FIND DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/LISBON

6 WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM | 7 SARDINIA, CORSICA & MENORCA TO THE IBERIAN COAST

DAY 1: MONACO/EMBARK Provence known as calanques, and stop by Arrive in Monaco and embark National the small Corsican village of Piana. Geographic Orion. After lunch, take time to The crystal clear waters of the Scandola marine settle into life on board before we set sail for a reserve spells hope for the Mediterranean, sunset cruise along the Côte d’Azur. an area that National Geographic’s Pristine Seas team set out to assess in 2010 with NG DAY 2: TOULON, FRANCE Explorer-in-Residence Enric Sala and Pierre- Greek, Roman, Germanic, Catalan—Provence Yves Cousteau aboard Jacques Cousteau’s in southeastern France has been a cultural historic Alcyone. The diversity and richness crossroads since antiquity, when grapevines of life beneath the surface are breathtaking. and olive trees were already being cultivated. Dozens of huge groupers and other large From Toulon, Zodiacs take us into the lovely fish populate the area, along with colorful Provencal port of Le Pradet to get immersed in anemones, massive spider crabs, giant fan the flavors and charms of this celebrated region. mussels, moray eels—so much life! Pay a visit to a family-run organic chicken farm Sardinia. and stop for a tasting at a small winery. DAY 4: BONIFACIO, CORSICA The farm we’ve selected is a beautiful stretch Witness our spectacular entrance into DAY 7: CIUDADELA, MENORCA of land with olive trees, flower fields, and a Bonifacio’s natural harbor at sunrise. On a Wake up on the other side of the island and 19th-century Provencal farmhouse. The town’s walking tour of the hilltop town, venture into an stroll the charming city of Ciudadela. Or, head mayor will greet us and give us an introduc- impressive 12th-century citadel and walk along out for a day hike along an old military path tion to the farm features we will visit: the medieval streets lined with art galleries, shops, that hugs the coast. This afternoon we cross neighboring vineyard, vegetable farm, and and cafés. This afternoon hike to the Pertusato the Balearic Sea, cruising along the ridge the hen houses to learn about organic egg Lighthouse, look up at the cliff-top city from of Mallorca’s Serra Tramuntana, en route to production. Afterwards, a chef will prepare below by Zodiac, or simply meander the Barcelona. tastings combining all of the fresh farm cobblestoned streets at your leisure. A special Menorca is home to some of the most products. Corsican evening ashore awaits you. beautiful, secluded Mediterranean beaches. Our musicologist has planned a Corsican a Walk through pine forests to the base of a DAY 3: GULF OF PORTO, CORSICA cappella polyphonic singing performance in quiet bay or cove along the northern coast. Wake up in the exquisite Gulf of Porto, part Bonifacio. of the Scandola Nature Reserve, a UNESCO DAY 8: BARCELONA, SPAIN World Heritage site. Ride Zodiacs amid the DAY 5: AT SEA/ALGHERO, SARDINIA Arrive on the shores of Spain. Wake in pink cliffs, caves, and turquoise waters of this A morning at sea brings us to Sardinia, where Barcelona and explore the iconic architectural coastal and marine wilderness. Encounter the we soak up the unique character of Italy’s masterpieces of this city—Gaudi’s Sagrada deep rocky folds along the shores of southern second-largest island through a variety of Familia, the energetic street rhythms coming excursions. Explore Neptune’s Grotto by small from Las Ramblas, and the beautiful views atop boat or look down from the cliffs of Capo Montjuic. Or, grab a map from our onboard Caccia. See the remains of one of the largest concierge and take a day to wander the city on and most important Nuraghic sites on the island. your own. Meet the owner of a small, private Sardinian family estate and vineyard with lovely DAY 9: VALENCIA gardens. Sample the wines and the Sardinian In sunny Valencia, old-world cafés mingle with specialties. Gothic cathedrals and futurist architecture. Visit the City of Arts and Sciences, an otherworldly DAY 6: MAHÓN, MENORCA cultural complex designed by native architect The Vandals, the Moors, and the British Empire Santiago Calatrava. Explore the rich birdlife of have ruled over this stunning little island, and Albufera Natural Park, one of the most impor- prehistoric civilizations left intriguing rock tant wetland areas on the Iberian Peninsula. mounds and megalithic monuments that date Enjoy a lunch of traditional paella—Valencia’s back some 4,000 years. Explore this history as signature dish. you walk through Bronze Age villages and see Hop aboard private fishermen’s boats along the characteristic T-shaped stone monuments the marshy canals of the Albufera Lake eco- left by the Talayotic peoples. Enjoy a sunset system, where they cultivate rice and harvest dinner on deck and a free evening ashore as shellfish forpaella —and learn how to make a Gulf of Porto, Corsica. we are docked in the bay of Mahón. delicious paella in the city it was invented.

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DAY 10: MAZARRÓN ESCARPMENT/ CARTAGENA FRANCE Monaco With our naturalists, look for whales and dol- Toulon PORTUGAL phins along the submerged volcanic mountains SPAIN of the Mazarrón Escarpment. Later, arrive in the Lisbon Barcelona Porto Corsica deep natural harbor of Cartagena—a historic Bonifacio naval base where Phoenicians, Romans, and Valencia Moors all left their mark. Set out on foot to Alghero Portimão Seville Granada explore the city’s medieval fortresses and Cádiz Cartagena Mediterranean Sea Sardinia modernist houses, or glide along the streets on Strait of an electric Segway scooter—for a modern way Gibraltar Málaga Mazarron Escarpment to see this ancient city! Alboran Sea For a striking visual of the times, walk to the lookout at Parque Torres and look down on the ruins of the Roman amphitheater, now the city’s artistic treasures; head into the at the Museo del Baile Flamenco, and perhaps placed back-to-back with a modern-day one. countryside for a special lunch in private local try some classic zapateado (footwork) yourself. homes; or hike Mr. Henderson’s Railway to Opt to visit one stop on the famed sherry DAY 11: MOTRIL/GRANADA the neighboring city of Ronda, famous for triangle. Visit a traditional sherry bodega, A variety of excursions await today. Many its dramatic escarpments and views, and for interesting not only for its extra-aged sherries of you will want to take the full day to see the deep El Tajo gorge. As we push off this (20 or more years old), but because it enchanting Granada, set high in the Sierra evening, be on deck as we pass the tiny British houses the Coleccion Joaquin Rivera, a Nevada, exploring magnificent Moorish archi- colony of Gibraltar, which presides over the private Spanish art collection that includes tecture including the 13th-century Alhambra strait between Spain and Morocco. important works by Goya and Velazquez. Palace and Generalife gardens. Alternatively, Feeling energetic? Grab a bike and cycle you can hike through the lush Rio Chillar, with along the newly finished bike path hugging DAY 14: PORTIMÃO, PORTUGAL/ your feet submerged in this shallow waterway. beaches and beautiful coastline. ALGARVE Land transfers will have you meet the ship in Portimão is our gateway to Portugal’s Malaga, where tonight we gather for dinner at DAY 13: CÁDIZ, SPAIN/SEVILLE southernmost province, the Algarve, known a special wine bar featuring local Andalusian From Cádiz, travel to the graceful Andalusian for its whitewashed villages, lush farmlands, products. capital of Seville, where contemporary culture and remnants of Moorish culture. Travel is interwoven with layers of history. In the north to Silves, home to a fortified sandstone DAY 12: MÁLAGA, SPAIN/GIBRALTAR, old city, see one of the world’s largest Gothic castle built by the Moors, and learn about the UNITED KINGDOM cathedrals and the Alcazar palace, where the tradition of harvesting cork oak. Alternatively, Málaga is the birthplace of Picasso and a king and queen of Spain greeted Columbus on explore the sea caves of the Algarvian coast by gem of a coastal city surrounded by charm- his return from the New World. Delve into the small boat while savoring a glass of Medronho, ing Andalusian towns. Awake and explore art of flamenco during a private performance a local fruit brandy. Our transport into the Portuguese countryside today will be by off-road jeep, returning by way of small river boats along the Arade River. Keep an eye out for the large stork nests nestled atop cottage chimneys!

DAY 15: LISBON/DISEMBARK Wake up in Lisbon, and have breakfast on board. Disembark our ship and transfer to the airport for your return flight, or remain in Lisbon for your complimentary extension. SPECIAL OFFER: Travel on this itinerary and you will receive a FREE LISBON EXTENSION, A $1,500 AIR CREDIT, and we will cover your bar tab and crew tips, too. Plus, limitless activities Lisbon’s charming streetscape. and exclusives are included.

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Mont-Saint-Michel, France.

10 ITINERARY: 15 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | DATE: 2016: MAY 29 The French Atlantic Coast to the Isles of England & Wales Follow the thread of D-Day: In France, feel the power of the waves on the beach where over 6,000 Allied ships landed troops, and see the high cliffs they stormed to secure— under merciless enemy fire. On the English side of history, in Portsmouth, enjoy special access to the hallowed Southwick House map room where the invasion was planned. And in pleasing contrast to the war history of Normandy, and art-history enshrined towns like St. Malo and Honfleur, discover the seldom- seen—as National Geographic Orion calls at a collection of lovely small islands, frequented only by French and English locals: Belle- Île-En-Mer, a favorite of Monet; Sark, a migratory seabird stop in the English Channel; and the fascinating Isles of Scilly. Taste the ‘endemic’ fare of the region—cognac, calvados, cider, English beer and Bordeaux wines; plus, briny oysters, myriad cheeses, and so much more. Our voyage staff crafts a cohesive narrative out of a host of daily adventures; and the National Geographic photographer on board helps you capture your experience in postcard-worthy photos. And enjoy more, as well—as our guest!

IN BORDEAUX & ST. EMILION—WITH OUR COMPLIMENTS 3 Days/2 Nights, a $1,590 value Fall under the spell of France’s legendary wine regions on a pre-voyage steep in heritage and mastery. With the 4-star, 19th-century Château Grand Barrail Hôtel as our base, we’ll explore the estate vineyards and château cellars in Bordeaux and St. Emilion, to taste and compare. We’ll stroll medieval streets to the region’s magnificent cloister, and dine on a special menu designed by the Château’s chef to highlight local products and, of course, pair perfectly with spectacular wines. Most meals, fine wines, your knowledgeable escort, plus transfers and accommodations are on us, with compliments. » FIND DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/WINECOUNTRY

10 WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM | 11 THE FRENCH ATLANTIC COAST TO THE ISLES OF ENGLAND & WALES

DAY 1: BORDEAUX, FRANCE dinner ashore at a local seafood restaurant. Heritage site poised dramatically on a rocky Arrive in Bordeaux and embark National Learn how cognac is made in the traditional tidal island a few hundred yards off the coast. Geographic Orion in the elegant and ornate way at Château La Péraudière, a privately We’ve arranged for an exclusive visit to a city center. Spend the afternoon exploring the held estate, established in 1872. privateer’s mansion followed by a tasting of cafés and shops along the thriving waterfront, the cider for which the region is known. Or for before departing through the Gironde estuary, DAY 3: BELLE-ÎLE-EN-MER an authentic ‘foodie’ experience, join us at passing sloping hills and islands en route to Wake up to magnificent views of Belle-Île- a local oyster farm to gather oysters for the the Atlantic Ocean. en-Mer (beautiful island in the sea), known ship’s chef, who will shuck and season these for its rugged cliffs on the western side and delicacies for a sampling on board. If you wish charming ports on the eastern side. Explore to explore Saint-Malo on your own, we’ve highlights such as the Bangor lighthouse, the made it easy with a pre-provided map and a rocks at Port Coton favored by Monet, the list of the best cafés and shops. Vauban citadel (one of 12 Vauban fortifications recognized by UNESCO), and the fishing town DAY 6: CHERBOURG/THE NORMANDY of Le Palais. We’ve built in free time so you BEACHES may explore Belle-Île on your own, too. Today we visit the Normandy beaches with a local historian. The D-Day landings DAY 4: DOUARNENEZ on June 6, 1944 were the first wave of the Today we explore Brittany. Have a guided walk largest seaborne invasion in history; more of medieval Locronan, officially one of “the than 6,000 ships landed on these beaches. most beautiful villages in France,” with its Walk in the footsteps of the Allied troops at Renaissance buildings and church. Take time Omaha Beach, and pay your respects at the to discover its many craft workshops on your American Cemetery nearby. Travel through Clock tower, La Rochelle. own, perhaps tasting Breton butter cake. countryside known for Calvados, cider, and cheese to the city of Bayeux for an afternoon DAY 2: ÎLE D’AIX/LA ROCHELLE DAY 5: SAINT-MALO/ exploration, including a visit to the Bayeux Stretch your legs on a walking tour of the MONT-SAINT-MICHEL Tapestry Museum, which houses the 230-foot quaint Île d’Aix, Napoleon’s last stop on French Wake up in Saint-Malo, and take a walking wool embroidered account of the Norman soil before his final exile. Visit the Napoleon tour of this fortified port city surrounded by Conquest. Museum, then continue to the nearby port of La ramparts dating from the 12th century. Or, We’ve planned some active options today, too. Rochelle for an afternoon in this charming sea- head east on an excursion to the iconic abbey- Cycle through northern France, stopping at side city guarded by medieval ramparts. Enjoy fortress of Mont-Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World relevant WWII sites and have lunch in Bayeux.

Monumental sculpture Les Braves on Omaha Beach.

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DAY 7: HONFLEUR DAY 11: DARTMOUTH Dublin Discover the charming harbor town of Honfleur, Enjoy breakfast on deck as our vessel North IRELAND Sea a favorite of renowned artists such as navigates the River Dart en route to Dartmouth, Holyhead Monet, Courbet, and Boudin. Enjoy a guided a colorful town that cascades across a steep Fishguard ENGLAND riverside hill. In small groups, discover the Skomer walking tour of Vieux Bassin (the old port), and Island visit the Eugenè Boudin Museum and Église guardrooms, battlements, and winding London Sainte-Catherine. passages of the 14th-century Dartmouth Dartmouth Be sure to savor time exploring on your own. Castle. Spend the rest of the day exploring Portsmouth Isles of Alderney Interested in art? Ask our concierge to map Dartmouth’s lively lanes on your own. Scilly Cherbourg out the best galleries (there are nearly 100 in If you’re a mystery book fan, don’t miss a visit Sark Honfleur). Or, see for yourself what inspired to Greenway House for a curator-led look at Honfleur many of the Impressionists with a hike to the Agatha Christie’s house and gardens. Douarnenez Ouistreham St-Malo arched limestone cliffs of Etretat.

Belle Île FRANCE DAY 8: LONDON, ENGLAND National Geographic Orion docks on the La Rochelle Thames. Today discover London with a local Île-d’Aix expert or take some time to explore the city at your own pace. This evening, as we set Bordeaux sail down the Thames, hear a presentation from a maritime expert on the importance of Portsmouth as a seaport. stones for Stonehenge. Or, venture to St. David’s Cathedral for a guided walk of the DAY 9: PORTSMOUTH lovely little town, before dinner ashore. Our first anchoring is England’s maritime This evening we’ve arranged a special dinner capital of Portsmouth. Delve into Great in a 13th-century castle in the incredible Britain’s nautical history with a behind-the- Pembrokeshire countryside with a private scenes look at the perfectly preserved historic musical performance. ships docked in the harbor, including the HMS Victory. Wander the city’s atmospheric DAY 14: SNOWDONIA/ANGELSEY waterfront, and perhaps stop for a pint at a ISLAND Tresco Abbey Gardens. traditional pub. Dock at Holyhead and take a scenic drive Opt to venture through the English countryside to Snowdonia National Park. There are to Southwick House, the Allied headquarters DAY 12: ISLES OF SCILLY/TRESCO river gorges, waterfalls, lakes, and valleys during the D-Day landings. We have exclusive According to Arthurian legend, the Isles of Scilly to explore, whether you are coming for permission to enter the fascinating D-Day are all that remain of Lyonnesse, a lost land off pulse-raising activities or for simply standing Map room. Cornwall’s coast that is said to have vanished and admiring the Snowdonia Mountains. Or, into the Atlantic. Discover Tresco Island and visit Angelsey, a recognized GeoPark, to hike DAY 10: ALDERNEY & SARK, CHANNEL the world-class Tresco Abbey Gardens, where or cycle past intriguing rock formations. Enjoy ISLANDS a surprising variety of tropical plants flourishes. a festive musical celebration before setting Dock at Alderney and take a walking tour of Then stroll the village of Tresco, or join our sail to Dublin. the island to learn about its important role in naturalists for a nature walk, spotting the flora World War II under German occupation. Then, and fauna of these mythical islands. DAY 15: DUBLIN, IRELAND weather permitting, kayak across surrounding Wake up in Dublin, disembark and head to waters in search of migratory seabirds: puffins, DAY 13: SKOMER ISLAND, WALES/ the airport for your flight home, or remain in gannets, and lesser black-backed gulls. After FISHGUARD Dublin for an added stay. lunch, we sail to nearby Sark. Take in the Beautiful Skomer Island overflows with wildlife. colorful sights and intoxicating scents of La Hop on a Zodiac to spot whales, dolphins, SPECIAL OFFER: Seigneurie Gardens. seals, and nesting seabirds. This afternoon Travel on this two-week itinerary and The coastal paths of Alderney are perfect for stretch your legs along the Pembrokeshire you will receive a FREE BORDEAUX heading off on your own to cycle or hike with Coastal Path, which winds along the cliffs EXTENSION, A $1,500 AIR CREDIT, and we will cover your bar tab and crew tips, too. stops at must see viewpoints. On Sark, you and pristine beaches surrounding Fishguard. Plus, limitless activities and exclusives are may wish to explore the blooming headland of Or, discover the prehistoric archaeology of included. the Gouliot Caves. Pembrokeshire, the area that yielded the

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Atop Skellig Michael, Ireland, looking toward Little Skellig. Skellig Michael in all its glory features dramatically in scenes from the new blockbuster film, ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens.’

1614 ITINERARY: 15 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | 2016 DATE: JUNE 19 From Ireland & The Scottish Isles to The Norwegian Fjords This quintessential Lindblad voyage—fascinating and surprising in equal measure—pairs a soul-satisfying circumnavigation of Ireland with seldom-seen Scottish Isles—places few locals have even experienced. Visit remote Skellig Michael, a rock jutting up from the sea, with winding stairs hand-set by 9th-century monks seeking solemn solitude. Climb to discover iconic beehive huts and a profound view. Now a protected seabird breeding site, it features puffins, guarding their burrows or ferrying fresh fish in their beaks. See the towering Cliffs of Moher from Orion’s deck, and enter Scotland’s cathedral-like Fingal’s Cave by Zodiac. Encounter prehistory in Scotland—the mysterious standing stones of Callanish, and the 5,000-year-old stone slab village of Skara Brae. Add Viking history in windswept isles where Norse and Gaelic cultures intermingle. Trace the lineage back to Norway’s coast, and get sublime Sognefjorden photos on Orion’s bow.

NORWAY’S FJORD’S & FLAM RAILWAY— WITH OUR COMPLIMENTS 3 Days/2 Nights, a $995 Value The Flam Railway, one of National Geographic Traveler’s “10 Top Train Journeys In Europe” and one of the steepest train lines on normal tracks, runs through spectacular mountain landscapes, as it descends from 3,000 feet to sea level inside Sognefjorden. Flam’s Ægri Brewery welcomes us Viking-style: slate floor, driftwood walls, dragon heads, a 30-foot fireplace—and a 5-course menu. Traversing Stalheimskleiva, one of the steepest roads in Northern Europe, we find the Stalheim Hotel with thrilling views of the Nærøydalen Valley. In Bergen, a city set on a fjord ringed by seven hills, we explore the Bryggen Wharf, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and more. Most meals, beers, railway ticket, guide, plus transfers and accommodations are on us, with compliments. » FIND DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/FLAM_RAIL

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DAY 1: DUBLIN, IRELAND Arrive in Dublin, Ireland and embark National Geographic Orion. Sail south from Dublin.

DAY 2: BALLYCOTTON/KINSALE Set out for tiny Ballycotton in County Cork this morning for a walk around a working farm. Continue to Kinsale, a picturesque fishing town with a fascinating history: the Battle of Kinsale in 1601 marked the collapse of Gaelic power in Ireland. Local scholars take us for a guided walk before free time to wander the quaint streets, galleries and shops. Trinity College in Dublin. Tonight we are joined by National Geographic grantee Michelle Cronin, who has studied puf- fins and gannets in the Skelligs and ‘wrestled’ DAY 4: ARAN ISLANDS/CLIFFS with stops at the homes of traditional hand- seals in the Blasket Islands. OF MOHER knitters, and tweed weavers. Wake up in the Aran Islands, a hub of Gaelic language and culture. On the main island of DAY 7: NORTHERN IRELAND Inishmore, see the mystical ring fort of Dun Discover the wonders of County Antrim: visit Aengus, poised on steep cliffs above the a clifftop Gaelic castle, see the Carrick-a-Rede crashing Atlantic, and pop in to the 18th-century rope bridge stretching between high seaside stone Kilmurvey House for scones. Enjoy lunch bluffs, call at Bushmills, the oldest distillery as we sail to the Cliffs of Moher. If conditions in the world, and explore the incredible permit, get a spectacular and rare perspective hexagonal basalt columns at Giant’s Causeway, of the cliffs, gliding beneath them in a Zodiac. a UNESCO site. Meander among the columns as a guide explains the myths and scientific DAY 5: CONNEMARA theories behind this intriguing geology. The tranquil and starkly beautiful region of Visit Belfast and explore the Titanic Museum Connemara is a great place to wander—the before capping off the evening with a civic Kinsale cliffs. ultimate fulfillment of travelers’ romantic reception in this Northern Ireland capital. dreams of Ireland. Hiking with our naturalists DAY 3: SKELLIG MICHAEL/DINGLE (gentle walks or energetic hikes) or cycling on DAY 8: DUBLIN Explore the dramatic Skellig Islands, where the quiet backroads—many of which were built Today, explore Ireland’s most famous city: monastic ruins dating as far back as the sixth to provide employment during the Famine—is Dublin. Join a privately guided tour of Trinity century perch high atop a rocky peak jutting probably the best way to get to know the area. College or venture on your own to stroll out from the sea. Circle Skellig Michael in Perhaps launch a kayak or even try your hand Dublin’s cobbled streets and explore the Zodiacs if weather permits, or, if you wish, hike at fly fishing. city’s famed pubs. This evening set sail for to the top to view the beehive-shaped stone Scotland’s Hebrides. huts. Spend the rest of the day in delightful DAY 6: DONEGAL Dingle: enjoy a walking tour, explore the Dock at the fishing harbor of Killybegs in County DAY 9: IONA AND STAFFA, INNER archaeology and intriguing history of the area, Donegal, a wild, windswept peninsula. Coastal HEBRIDES, SCOTLAND visit a local distillery, or explore on your own. walks and rural life in this traditional Gaelic- Sail through the Sea of the Hebrides to the isle Shackleton aficionados will want to visit Tom speaking area will be our focus. This afternoon of Iona, the site of Scotland’s first Christian Crean’s Pub; Crean accompanied “The Boss” photograph the spectacular Slieve League cliffs, settlement. Venture into an ancient nunnery on the Endurance in Antarctica. Gather for an the highest in Europe, or learn more about the and a 13th-century abbey. Explore St. Oran’s authentic Irish dinner and a performance of historical heritage of the region at nearby Stone Chapel and its royal burial grounds, where Celtic traditional Irish music ashore. Age and early Christian sites. Or hit the streets high crosses mark the graves of generations of Dingle is the largest Irish-speaking community of Donegal for some independent exploration. Scottish kings. Then explore Staffa, famed for its in the southwest, and we’ll have a chance Cycling is a great way to absorb the landscape. geometric basalt columns and deep-sea caves. to meet its people: drop in on artists and We’ve set up an optional cycling tour of the A special treat will be a Zodiac ride to the craftspeople in their homes, or breathe in Glencolmcille region, riding over a high boggy awe-inspiring Fingal’s Cave for a close- the salt air and beachcomb with a seaweed plateau, through remote glens and along up look at the place that inspired Felix forager! Atlantic bays to the colorful village of Ardara, Mendelssohn to write his ‘Hebrides Overture.’

16 | 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348) STORNOWAY, THE ISLE OF DAY 10: Shetland LEWIS Islands Orkney Sognefjorden Along the wild, western coast of Scotland Islands lies the Isle of Lewis, steeped in history and Fair Isle Isle of Bergen legend. We’ll visit to marvel at the massive Lewis neolithic Standing Stones of Callanish, which rival Stonehenge in the majesty of their setting. NORWAY There’s a saying in these isles that if you Staffa Atlantic Iona SCOTLAND scratch the surface, it bleeds archaeology. Ocean

Killybegs Portrush DAY 11: KIRKWALL, ORKNEY ISLANDS Belfast The Vikings held a strategic foothold in the Connemara NORTHERN IRELAND Orkney Islands for hundreds of years, and their Inishmore IRELAND Cliffs of Norse heritage is apparent in local legends and Moher Dublin Irish traditions that endure today. Explore a treasure Dingle Sea Ballycotton ENGLAND trove of Stone Age sites, including the megaliths Skellig of the Ring of Brodgar and the 5,000-year-old Isles stone-slab village of Skara Brae. Step inside the medieval St. Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall, Islands. Visit the island’s bird research station, of “The Crucible of Iron Age Shetland.” Later, which took nearly 300 years to complete. This and spot some of the roughly 250 species of take in a cacophony of puffins, guillemots, evening our musical event will feature Julie flowering plants that grow here. Browse local and razorbills as we walk to the lighthouse at Fowlis, whose Gaelic voice is recognizable from handicrafts including intricately patterned Fair Sumburgh Head. Glide past the cliffs of Noss to the soundtrack of Disney Pixar’s “Brave.” Isle knitwear, which is renowned worldwide. view nesting seabirds before setting sail across For experienced scuba divers, we have Learn Shetland dancing, or watch your fellow the North Sea toward Norway. planned a fantastic dive in Scapa Flow (an guests learn! A local dance troupe performs added cost). for us in Lerwick. DAY 14: SOGNEFJORDEN, NORWAY Norway’s glacier-carved western coast boasts DAY 12: MOUSA AND FAIR ISLE, DAY 13: LERWICK AND ISLE OF NOSS, some of the most dramatic landscapes in LERWICK, SHETLAND ISLANDS SHETLAND ISLANDS, SCOTLAND the world. Cruise deep into the sublime Zodiac in to the uninhabited isle of Mousa, a Explore Lerwick, a town where Norse and Sognefjorden, the third longest fjord in the UNESCO World Heritage candidate and the third Gaelic cultures intermingle, and see the world, and launch kayaks and Zodiacs to element in “The Crucible of Iron Age Shetland.” countryside dotted with Shetland ponies. explore its mirror-like waterways. In the Hike to an Iron Age broch, or stone tower, built Then examine Bronze Age ruins and Viking picturesque village of Undredal, take a hike circa 100 BC, looking for storm petrels along the longhouses at the extraordinary prehis- up the mountain for an amazing fjord view, way. Our next landing is tiny and remote Fair toric settlements of Jarlshof and nearby Old see the town’s 12th-century stave church and Isle, situated between the Shetland and Orkney Scatness—UNESCO candidates which are part sample its famous brown goat cheese, Brunost.

DAY 15: BERGEN, NORWAY Our final port of call is the lovely city of Bergen, perched on a fjord and ringed by seven hills. Disembark after breakfast, and have an overview of this beautiful city before heading to the airport for your flight home, or continue on your complimentary extension to Norway’s fjords and the Flam Railway.

SPECIAL OFFER: Travel on this two-week itinerary and you will receive a FREE FJORDS & FLAM RAILWAY EXTENSION, A $1,500 AIR CREDIT, and we will cover your bar tab and crew tips, too. Plus, limitless activities and Iron Age broch, Mousa Isle, Scotland. exclusives are included.

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18 ITINERARY: 15 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | 2016 DATE: JULY 31 The Nordic Nations: Norway, Sweden, Denmark & Finland Discover the joys of a Nordic summer on a voyage that encompasses the unique character of the region. The theme of this voyage is pace—as in perfect pacing ideally suits the characters of these must-see destinations. Experience the simple pleasures of hiking and kayaking the Weather Islands, where local Swedes vacation. Stroll through brightly-colored fishing hamlets of Finnish islands and along medieval streets—vestiges of the once great Hanseatic League, and the brilliant history your historian will reveal. Discover cosmopolitan Copenhagen, Stockholm, and in Oslo, enjoy an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to Oslo’s architecturally lauded new Opera House. National Geographic Orion’s yacht-like scale allows us to nimbly venture to the idyllic outlying islands of the Baltic Archipelago, many with medieval fortifications. These are among the best places to chase down a traditional herring with an ice-cold Danish beer, and enjoy music specially arranged by our ethnomusicologist. Then pivot from Scandinavian idylls to the grandeur of St. Petersburg.

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DAY 1: BERGEN, NORWAY Our first port of call is the lovely city of Bergen, perched on a fjord and ringed by seven hills. After embarking the National Geographic Orion and having lunch onboard, take a guided city walk to explore the city a bit before sailing to one of Norway’s most spectacular fjords.

DAY 2: HARDANGERFJORDEN Awaken this morning in the heart of Norway’s western fjordlands, considered one of Europe’s greatest natural attractions. Deep in the Hardangerfjorden—the fourth-longest fjord in the world—cruise beneath staggering cliffs, snow-dusted mountains, and rolling valleys dotted with tiny settlements. From our quiet anchorage, head out with our naturalists to explore the area on a variety of Zodiac, kayak, Oslo Opera House. and hiking excursions. not only preserved its old wooden buildings, but Väderöarna, or Weather Islands. This seascape it has also taken care of the archipelago. Zodiac of rugged islets, skerries, and picture-perfect or kayak over to Stangholmen skerry—and villages boasts some of the most stunning perhaps enjoy a a unique experience kayaking scenery in Scandinavia. Set out by kayak or near one of the “potholes” or small lagoons. Zodiac to encounter seal colonies and an array Enjoy a relaxing Norwegian barbecue on of seabirds. Dock at Grebbestad where you Stangholmen, with a Norwegian folk revival can bike or we will drive you to the evocative musical performance. Bronze Age rock carvings in Tanum, a UNESCO World Heritage site. DAY 5: OSLO Summer in Sweden is a special time, so we’ve Cruise up the epic Oslofjorden to discover the arranged a traditional Swedish dinner on delights of Norway’s cosmopolitan capital. Visit shore to savor the long hours of daylight. the Fram Museum and learn about the early Norwegian polar expeditions, or take a private, DAY 7: SKAGEN, DENMARK backstage tour of Oslo’s newest landmark, the Dotted with yellow and red clapboard houses, Opera House, with its white sloping marble Skagen is perched along windswept dunes Hidra Island. roof which rises directly from the fjord. Spend at the northern tip of Denmark. Explore this the afternoon with our team and a National charming fishing village, and delve into the DAY 3: HIDRA ISLAND Geographic photographer at Vigeland Park, history of the Skagen Painters—a community Enjoy a leisurely morning at sea as we sail along training your lens on more than two hundred of Scandinavian artists who settled here begin- Norway’s southern fjords. Arrive on the shores life-size human figures by native sculptor ning in the late 19th century, drawn by the of Flekkefjorden, and go for an afternoon hike Gustav Vigeland. town’s magnificent landscapes and remarkable on Hidra—a lush island steeped in a rich mari- For further insight into the Norwegian light. Discover rich birdlife with our naturalists, time history dating back to before the Vikings. consciousness, hear a talk from Thor or bike along the peninsula’s white beaches. Visit the World War II-era Hågasån Fort, stroll Heyerdahl, Jr. the son of the Norwegian Cap off the day with a taste of the famous past quaint wooden houses, enjoy exploring the explorer and ethnographer of the same name. “Skagen Sild,” a special herring dish that can harbor islands by Zodiac and kayak, and learn And since food is at the core of any culture, only be enjoyed with a cold Danish beer. about rural island living in Norway. opt to join a cooking class at the Mathallen Skagen is perfect for a cycling jaunt. Grab a Gourmet Food Market to learn to cook bike and head out along the beaches. DAY 4: RISØR Norwegian style. Sail back down the Oslofjorden and anchor DAY 8: COPENHAGEN outside the attractive coastal town of Risør DAY 6: WEATHER ISLANDS, SWEDEN Today we arrive in Denmark’s capital. The to experience the “town of wooden houses,” Journey across the Skagerrak Strait to fairytale feel of the city where Hans Christian protected on Norway’s heritage list. Risør has Sweden’s westernmost archipelago: the Andersen wrote is the home of incredible

20 | 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348) stories and a long history. Our local experts Bergen NORWAY FINLAND will take you on a guided walk through 6000 Oslo Turku Hardangerfjorden years of Copenhagen’s history, ending in the Stockholm Mariehamn city center near the Town Hall and famed Tivoli. Tallinn Hidra Risør Grebbestad Utö ESTONIA You’ll have time to explore on your own before Väderöarna heading to the ship for lunch. One of the most Skagen Visby enjoyable ways to see this old maritime city is LATVIA from a boat sailing on its charming canals, and SWEDEN this afternoon we have a water-level view of North Sea DENMARK the city’s landmarks, palaces and, of course, Baltic Sea LITHUANIA The Little Mermaid statue. Copenhagen Christiansø DAY 9: CHRISTIANSØ Zodiacs take us to the almost uninhabited DAY 11: STOCKHOLM ARCHIPELAGO DAY 14: TURKU island of Christiansø, where Danish fortifica- Anchor near the small island of Utö and Visit Turku, the oldest city in Finland. Explore tions date from 1684. Explore the craggy explore its quiet coves by kayak. Or, take a Turku Castle, the Luostarinmäki Handicrafts shores and lighthouse—the first in Denmark Zodiac to the island to walk through Utö’s Museum, or the artwork and underground to have a flashing light. There are no cars on nature preserve. Keep your camera handy as ruins at Aboa Vetus and Ars Nova museum. Christiansø, and just one type of mammal, the we maneuver through the scenic Stockholm This afternoon cruise via Zodiac to a small hedgehog. Look for eider ducks, razorbills, Archipelago to dock in the heart of Stockholm, island for nature hikes and a relaxing swim. and more nested on the small island of the city built on 14 islands. Experience an authentic Finnish sauna in the Græsholmen, a bird sanctuary. You’ll arrive in Stockholm like no one else: good ol’ outdoors. Take a sauna or a swim via Zodiac through the lush greenery of the in the waters of one of the many islands in DAY 10: VISBY, GOTLAND, SWEDEN Djurgärden Canal. Turku’s Archipelago. Spend the day exploring Visby, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Scandinavia. DAY 12: STOCKHOLM Luostarinmäki Founded as a Viking settlement, the town The great Scandinavian maritime capital of Handicrafts became a center of the Hanseatic trade in the Stockholm provides some favorite experiences: Museum. 12th to 14th centuries. Stroll the cobblestone view the royal Vasa warship (which capsized streets of the enchanting old town and walk in Stockholm harbor in 1628 and was salvaged along its nearly two-mile-long, 13th-century and restored 350 years later). Take a walking wall. Ride a bike through town or along the tour of Old Town Gamla Stan, or learn about many bike paths across the island of Gotland. Sweden’s living history at the Skansen open-air This evening join us for a special night on museum. This afternoon enjoy time on your Gotland with a Swedish dinner and a private own or take a tasting tour of Swedish sweets concert by Swedish folk music group, Väsen. in the Gamla Stan. We stay docked overnight Extremely picturesque, Visby is perfect for so you can enjoy this magical Scandinavian city. a guided photo walk through medieval Take a rooftop walk across the Old Town. neighborhoods capped off with a visit to the Yes, opt to buckle up in your safety harness Gotland Museum. and step along the narrow rooftop path that DAY 15: TALLINN, ESTONIA only we will follow. You’ll be stunned by the Crossing the Gulf of Finland to Estonia, disembark Exploring Visby, Sweden. fantastic views and the fascinating stories that in Tallinn, where we have a walking tour of the your guide will narrate. walled, cobblestoned old town with its Kiek in de Kök, a 15th-century defensive tower. Transfer to DAY 13: MARIEHAMN, ÅLAND, the airport for flights home, or continue on your FINLAND complimentary St. Petersburg extension. Sail to the Åland Islands, an autonomous, Swedish-speaking, Finnish territory. In SPECIAL OFFER: Mariehamn, the capital, visit the four-masted Travel on this two-week itinerary and you merchant sailing ship Pommern, and visit the will receive a FREE ST. PETERSBURG Åland Maritime Museum, or bicycle out into the EXTENSION, A $1,500 AIR CREDIT, and we countryside. Tonight we have a special beer will cover your bar tab and crew tips, too. tasting ashore while we hear traditional sea Plus, limitless activities and exclusives are included. shanties from the Age of Sail.

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Local dancers, Riga, Latvia ITINERARY: 15 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | 2016 DATE: AUG. 14 Across the Baltics to Scandinavia Trace the shores of the Baltic Sea through seven countries, a rare chance at a cohesive portrait of the history, cultural richness and natural history for which the region is famed. Sail the routes of merchants who traded their wares among capitals of the Hanseatic League, and enter these ancient maritime cities as wealthy traders and nobles did—by ship. Explore Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, and Poland to discover the history of countries that battled for independence over the last hundred years. See where WWII began for Poland in Gdańsk, and explore 15th-century defensive structures in Estonia. See how the Old Towns of Tallinn and Riga contrast with the grand capitals of Copenhagen and Stockholm we visit in Scandinavia. Stroll the well-preserved medieval walled city of Visby on Sweden’s Gotland Island, wander age-old fishing hamlets in Finland. And enjoy the quiet solitude of the towering sand dunes of Klaipėda; the strange meteorite craters on Saaremaa Island; and Zodiac or kayak the nature reserve of Utö in the Stockholm Archipelago. Then explore further—with our compliments.

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WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM | 23 ACROSS THE BALTICS TO SCANDINAVIA

DAY 1: TALLINN, ESTONIA evening we venture into Riga to experience the Solidarity Center, commemorating the trade Arrive in Tallinn, Estonia. After lunch, we have sounds of “Ilgi,” a famous Estonian folk band. union that made Lech Walesa a household name. an overview of the walled, cobblestoned Old Explore with all your senses. Taste, see, and History buffs may opt for a morning visit to the Town with its Kiek in de Kök, a 15th-century smell Latvian food specialties at the airy Westerplatte peninsula, where World War II defensive tower. Embark National Geographic Central Market on an optional tour with your began with the German invasion of Poland on Orion and set sail towards one of Estonia’s Orion chef and a local guide. September 1, 1939, and the Polish Post Office most beautiful islands. Museum, still marked by signs of the attack. In DAY 5: KLAIPĖDA, LITHUANIA order to maximize your time in Gdańsk, we’ve Explore the wild barrier peninsula called the arranged an authentic Polish style lunch in Curonian Spit, a UNESCO World Heritage site town with open seating so you can arrive at shared by Lithuania and Russia. Choose one of your convenience. two options: Take a cultural tour to a seaside resort town to learn of folk tales at the Hill DAY 7: BORNHOLM, DENMARK of Witches and see some of Europe’s tallest Stop at the small fishing port of Gudhjem sand dunes. Or, spend the afternoon at the on Bornholm Island. Hike up to the cliff-top Ventė Cape Ornithological Station to explore ruins of Hammershus fortress or explore the the lighthouse and dunes while learning about island’s round churches and white sandy migratory bird populations. beaches. Then do as the locals do with a taste We’ve set up a cycling option, too, along the of some of the island’s famous smoked herring sea, down the wild Curonian Spit with its sand accompanied by a cold local beer. dunes, harbors and seaside wildlife. Saaremaa, Estonia. DAY 8: COPENHAGEN DAY 6: GDAŃSK, POLAND Today we arrive in Denmark’s capital. The DAY 2: SAAREMAA ISLAND Arrive in Poland and take in Gdańsk’s art fairytale feel of the city where Hans Christian Sail along the coast of Saaremaa Island this and architectural highlights including the Andersen wrote is the home of incredible morning before docking near its capital Gothic-Renaissance Town Hall and the National stories and a long history. Our local experts Kuressaare. Head straight to Mati and Airi’s Museum, featuring the Last Judgment triptych will take you on a guided walk through 6000 private farm for a hearty traditional Estonian by Hans Memling. Or, learn about the signifi- years of Copenhagen’s history, ending in the lunch in a rural setting complete with local cance of ship building and trade at the Maritime city center near the Town Hall and famed Tivoli. music. Later, choose to take a hike to the north Museum. Zodiacs take us through the shipyards You’ll have time to explore on your own before side of the island, where you’ll encounter sea- of Gdańsk, an important area for the organized heading to the ship for lunch. One of the most birds and interesting geological formations. Or, resistance against the communist regime in enjoyable ways to see this old maritime city is head to the countryside for a visit to the only 1980. We take a guided tour of the European from a boat sailing on its charming canals, and working wooden windmill on the island. Either way, you’ll stop at the Kaali meteorite craters for a photo opportunity. Later in the afternoon, feel free to stroll the streets of Kuressaare or visit its medieval castle and garden. Photo enthusiasts may wish to join your naturalist and National Geographic photogra- pher for a panoramic walk along Saaremaa’s beaches and the Panga cliffs.

DAYS 3 AND 4: RIGA, LATVIA Explore the largest city in the Baltics on a walk- ing tour through Riga’s UNESCO-recognized center, passing wooden houses, art nouveau architecture, and funky cafés, and climbing to the top of St. Peter’s Church tower for 360-degree views. Choose to bike across the Daugava River and explore the quiet island of Kipsala and its old fishermen’s houses, or take a boat ride through the canals of Riga with The 17th-century waterfront at Nyhavn, Copenhagen. free time before sailing to Lithuania. On one

24 | 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348) this afternoon we have a water-level view of FINLAND the city’s landmarks, palaces and, of course, Turku The Little Mermaid statue. Stockholm Mariehamn Tallinn Utö ESTONIA DAY 9: CHRISTIANSØ Saaremaa Zodiacs take us to the almost uninhabited Island Visby island of Christiansø, where Danish fortifica- tions date from 1684. Explore the craggy SWEDEN Riga LATVIA shores and lighthouse—the first in Denmark DENMARK to have a flashing light. There are no cars on Baltic Sea LITHUANIA Christiansø, and just one type of mammal, the Copenhagen Klaipeda hedgehog. Look for eider ducks, razorbills, Christiansø Bornholm and more nested on the small island of Gdańsk Græsholmen, a bird sanctuary. POLAND

DAY 10: VISBY, GOTLAND, SWEDEN ruins at Aboa Vetus and Ars Nova museum. Spend the day exploring Visby, one of the This afternoon cruise via Zodiac to a small best-preserved medieval towns in Scandinavia. island for nature hikes and a relaxing swim. Founded as a Viking settlement, the town Experience an authentic Finnish sauna in the became a center of the Hanseatic trade in the good ol’ outdoors. Take a sauna or a swim 12th to 14th centuries. Stroll the cobblestone in the waters of one of the many islands in streets of the enchanting old town and walk Turku’s Archipelago. along its nearly two-mile-long, 13th-century wall. Ride a bike through town or along the many bike paths across the island of Gotland. This evening join us for a special night on Gotland with a Swedish dinner and a private concert by Swedish folk music group, Väsen. Extremely picturesque, Visby is perfect for Scenic Stockholm Archipelago. a guided photo walk through medieval neighborhoods capped off with a visit to the own or take a tasting tour of Swedish sweets Gotland Museum. in the Gamla Stan. We stay docked overnight so you can enjoy this magical Scandinavian city. DAY 11: STOCKHOLM ARCHIPELAGO Take a rooftop walk across the Old Town. Anchor near the small island of Utö and Yes, opt to buckle up in your safety harness explore its quiet coves by kayak. Or, take a and step along the narrow rooftop path that Turku Castle, Finland. Zodiac to the island to walk through Utö’s only we will follow. You’ll be stunned by the nature preserve. Keep your camera handy as fantastic views and the fascinating stories that we maneuver through the scenic Stockholm your guide will narrate. DAY15: TALLINN, ESTONIA Archipelago to dock in the heart of Stockholm, Crossing the Gulf of Finland to Estonia, the city built on 14 islands. DAY 13: MARIEHAMN, ÅLAND, FINLAND disembark in Tallinn, where we have a walking You’ll arrive in Stockholm like no one else: Sail to the Åland Islands, an autonomous, tour of the walled, cobblestoned old town with via Zodiac through the lush greenery of the Swedish-speaking, Finnish territory. In its Kiek in de Kök, a 15th-century defensive tower. Djurgärden Canal. Mariehamn, the capital, visit the four-masted Transfer to the airport and catch your return flight merchant sailing ship Pommern, and visit the home, or continue on your complimentary St. DAY 12: STOCKHOLM Åland Maritime Museum, or bicycle out into the Petersburg extension. The great Scandinavian maritime capital of countryside. Tonight we have a special beer Stockholm provides some favorite experiences: tasting ashore while we hear traditional sea SPECIAL OFFER: view the royal Vasa warship (which capsized shanties from the Age of Sail. Travel on this two-week itinerary and you in Stockholm harbor in 1628 and was salvaged will receive a FREE ST. PETERSBURG and we and restored 350 years later). Take a walking DAY 14: TURKU EXTENSION, A $1,500 AIR CREDIT, will cover your bar tab and crew tips, too. tour of Old Town Gamla Stan, or learn about Visit Turku, the oldest city in Finland. Explore Plus, limitless activities and exclusives are Sweden’s living history at the Skansen open-air Turku Castle, the Luostarinmäki Handicrafts included. museum. This afternoon enjoy time on your Museum, or the artwork and underground

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Market Square as seen from City Hall, Brugge, Belgium.

2026 ITINERARY: 15 DAYS/14 NIGHTS | 2016 DATE: SEP. 4 The Low Countries, Germany & The French Atlantic Coast Lovers of art, art history, and culture would have a hard time choosing a more interesting voyage than along the north coast of mainland Europe from Copenhagen to the stunning landscapes of Brittany and Normandy. From the famed art and architecture of Lübeck, medieval capital of the Hanseatic League, to docent- led tours at some of the continent’s finest museums, including the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. And, you’ll go far beyond the usual too, beyond museum walls, to the great artists’ sources of inspiration, like the charming harbor town of Honfleur with its multicolored waterfront homes and the haunts of Monet, Courbet, and Boudin; and to the nearby arched limestone cliffs of Etretat. A city with over 100 art galleries, it’s an uncommon stop accessible by nimble National Geographic Orion and included by our artful voyage curators. The culinary arts will be on full display—from chocolate making in Brugge, to oyster-shucking in the shadow of the iconic abbey, Mont-Saint-Michel, and perfectly paired wines from vintners of France. Then, go deeper into wine culture, with our compliments.

BORDEAUX & ST. EMILION— WITH OUR COMPLIMENTS 3 Days/2 Nights, a $1,590 value Fall under the spell of France’s legendary wine regions on a post-voyage steep in heritage and mastery. With the 4-star, 19th-century Château Grand Barrail Hôtel as our base, we’ll explore the estate vineyards and château cellars, in Bordeaux and St. Emilion, to taste and compare. We’ll stroll medieval streets to the region’s magnificent cloister, and dine on a special menu designed by the Château’s chef to highlight local products and, of course, pair perfectly with spectacular wines. Most meals, fine wines, your knowledgeable escort, plus transfers and accommodations are on us, with compliments. » FIND DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/ST_EMILION

2026 WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM | 27 THE LOW COUNTRIES, GERMANY & THE FRENCH ATLANTIC COAST

DAY 1: COPENHAGEN, DENMARK Board National Geographic Orion in the center of Copenhagen. Take in panoramic views of the city as we sail.

DAY 2: LÜBECK, GERMANY Today we arrive in Lübeck, an enchanting city that once served as the medieval capital of the Hanseatic League. Take a walking tour of the old town for an insider’s perspective on its Hanseatic and Renaissance architecture, including the Holsten Gate and St. Mary’s Church. After lunch, explore Lübeck on your own, or perhaps paddle a kayak. Gain a further view of German life with a guided tour through the beautiful region of Amsterdam’s iconic canals and bridges and ever present bicycles. Schleswig Holstein, visiting local fishermen’s villages and smokehouses. Or join a pastry chef in a marzipan-modeling workshop. DAY 5: AMSTERDAM/HAARLEM DAY 7: OOSTENDE/BRUGGE With its gabled roofs, squares cluttered with Arrive in Oostende and transfer to the DAY 3: KIEL CANAL bicycles, and canal-lined streets, Amsterdam medieval town of Brugge, known for its Enjoy breakfast on deck as we navigate the is bursting with unique character. Learn Gothic architecture and picturesque market Kiel Canal, a 61-mile waterway connecting the about the city’s architecture, art, and history squares linked by cobbled streets and serene North Sea with the Baltic. This morning the on a guided overview via canal and on foot canals. Explore the old town with an expert beautiful Schleswig-Holstein region beckons. before seeking out its charms on your own. before sampling Belgian fare at a local Enjoy the beautiful views from the ship as we Alternatively, head to Haarlem, home to the restaurant. This afternoon discover Brugge slowly traverse this German peninsula. Relax, Teylers Museum and St. Bavo’s Church. Or on your own, or cycle through the scenic head to the spa or wellness center, browse the take a guided bike ride through the Vecht Flemish countryside. library, and of course, hear talks from our staff region along winding canals. An abundance Chocolate fans, this is the country where en route to Harlingen. of choices await today: a visit to the you belong. Opt to join a private chocolate Rijksmuseum, or Amsterdam after dark with a making class with one of Brugge’s top guide in the Red Light District. chocolatiers, using the finest hand-selected Tonight don’t miss the exclusive dinner at the ingredients. historic 17th-century Dutch West Indies House, where the decision was made to build the fort DAY 8: LONDON, ENGLAND ‘Nieuw Amsterdam’ on the island of Manhattan. National Geographic Orion docks on the A musical performance will add a festive air to Thames. Today discover London with a local a memorable evening. expert, or explore the city at your own pace. This evening set sail down the Thames and DAY 6: ANTWERP AND BRUSSELS, across the English Channel en route to France. BELGIUM Cruising the Harlingen canals in Zodiacs. Dock in Antwerp and travel overland to DAY 9: HONFLEUR, FRANCE Brussels, poised at the junction of Germanic Discover the charming town of Honfleur, a DAY 4: HARLINGEN, NETHERLANDS and Latin cultures. Uncover the many layers of favorite of renowned artists such as Monet, Dock in Harlingen, a picturesque seaside city the city’s history on a guided excursion, visiting Courbet, and Boudin. Enjoy a guided walking in the Friesland region. By special permission, sites like the Royal Museum of Fine Arts of tour of Vieux Bassin (the old port), and cruise the canals in Zodiacs past 16th- and Belgium, the Grand-Place, and the remains of visit the Eugenè Boudin Museum and Église 18th-century buildings, docking to take a walk the palace on the Coudenberg. Alternatively, Sainte-Catherine. through the city center. The city is eager to you may choose to stay put and explore Be sure to savor time exploring on your own. welcome us and the Mayor of Harlingen will Antwerp, the largest city in Flanders, known for Interested in art? Ask our concierge to map greet us. Soak in the city at your own pace. Flemish artists such as Rubens and van Dyck. out the best galleries (there are nearly 100 in Our ship departs late in the evening, allowing Mussels in Brussels? You may wish to join Honfleur.) Or, see for yourself what inspired for an afternoon of exploration as we take to our private walking and tasting tour through many of the Impressionists with a hike to the the North Sea. Brussels with a culinary expert. arched limestone cliffs of Etretat.”

28 | 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348) DAY 10: OUISTREHAM/THE NORMANDY BEACHES DENMARK North Sea Copenhagen Today we visit the Normandy beaches with a local historian. The D-Day landings on June Kiel Canal 6, 1944 were the first wave of the largest ENGLAND Lübeck seaborne invasion in history; more than Ijmuiden Harlingen Canal 6,000 ships landed on these beaches. Walk London in the footsteps of the Allied troops at Omaha Oostende Amsterdam GERMANY Beach, and pay your respects at the American NETHERLANDS Cherbourg Brugge Cemetery nearby. Travel through countryside Antwerp known for Calvados, cider, and cheese to the BELGIUM city of Bayeux for an afternoon exploration, Honfleur Douarnenez Ouistreham including a visit to the Bayeux Tapestry Saint-Malo Museum, which houses the 230-foot wool Belle Île embroidered account of the Norman Conquest. FRANCE We’ve planned some active options today, too. La Rochelle Cycle through northern France, stopping at Île-d’Aix relevant WWII sites and have lunch in Bayeux.

Omaha Beach monument. Bordeaux

ship’s chef, who will shuck and season these delicacies for a sampling on board. If you wish to explore Saint-Malo on your own, we’ve made it easy with a pre-provided map and a list of the best cafés and shops.

DAY 12: DOUARNENEZ Today we explore Brittany. Have a guided walk of medieval Locronan, officially one of “the most beautiful villages in France,” with its Renaissance buildings and church. Take time to discover its many craft workshops on your own, perhaps tasting Breton butter cake. La Rochelle, France.

DAY 13: BELLE-ÎLE-EN-MER This evening we’ve planned an authentic Wake up to magnificent views of Belle-Île- French dining experience ashore. en-Mer (beautiful island in the sea), known Learn how cognac is made in the traditional for its rugged cliffs on the western side and way at Château La Péraudière, a privately charming ports on the eastern side. Explore held estate, established in 1872. DAY 11: SAINT-MALO/ highlights such as the Bangor lighthouse, the MONT-SAINT-MICHEL rocks at Port Coton favored by Monet, the DAY 15: BORDEAUX Wake up in Saint-Malo, and take a walking Vauban citadel (one of 12 Vauban fortifications Wake up in Bordeaux, disembark in the vibrant tour of this fortified port city surrounded by recognized by UNESCO), and the fishing town city center and head to the airport for your ramparts dating from the 12th century. Or, of Le Palais. We’ve built in free time so you flight home, or remain in Bordeaux for your head east on an excursion to the iconic abbey may explore Belle-Île on your own, too. complimentary extension. fortress of Mont-Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage site poised dramatically on a rocky DAY 14: ÎLE D’AIX/LA ROCHELLE SPECIAL OFFER: tidal island a few hundred yards off the coast. Stretch your legs with a leisurely walk on Travel on this two-week itinerary and We’ve arranged for an exclusive visit to a quaint Île d’Aix, Napoleon’s last stop on French you will receive a FREE WINE COUNTRY privateer’s mansion followed by a tasting of soil before his final exile. Visit the Napoleon EXTENSION, A $1,500 AIR CREDIT, and we will cover your bar tab and crew tips, too. the cider for which the region is known. Or for Museum, then continue to the nearby port of Plus, limitless activities and exclusives are an authentic ‘foodie’ experience, join us at La Rochelle for an afternoon in this charming included. a local oyster farm to gather oysters for the seaside city guarded by medieval ramparts.

28 | 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348) LEARN MORE AT WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM/LOW_COUNTRIES | 29 ONE-WEEK EXPLORATIONS INTO CULTURES & CUISINES

The titanium wave of the Guggenheim Museum at Bilbao.

30 ONE-WEEK EXPLORATIONS INTO CULTURES & CUISINES

Our Europe 2.0 season features compact, curated and perfectly paced one-week explorations—aboard the ship best suited for exploring Europe’s most charismatic regions: the 102-guest National Geographic Orion.

Get to know each destination—French & Spanish Basque cultures, the Baltics, the ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES Mediterranean, the British Isles, or the Eleven 1-week well-paced French Atlantic coast—intimately. Sample & curated itineraries to choose from with: its food and wine, get inside the local  character by meeting local people, and FREE AIR  ALL ACTIVITIES, BAR TAB & experience the stunning geographies that GRATUITIES INCLUDED have shaped such distinctive cultures. Note: Our Experience Designers have selected a premium hotel in each In the compact framework of one-week, departure and arrival city to pad your take-off or landing, so to speak. Our you’ll see, do and learn more—with a glid- Expedition Specialists will happily make ing effortlessness that brings fresh vistas the arrangements for you. to view each day, and with the curatorial Call for pricing and more details. skill to assure you opportunities you might » SEE THE FULL LIST ON otherwise miss. Can’t decide on just one? EXPEDITIONS.COM/HOTELS You can enjoy more of Europe by combin- ing any 2 or 3 voyages, in any combination or sequence that works for your interests or plans—and save 10%.

30 31 Portugal And Spain: From The Algarve To Catalonia 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2016: APR. 24, MAY 15* *This voyage travels in reverse. SPECIAL OFFER: Aboard National Geographic Orion FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips Andalusia. PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 on us. Book two or more one- (See page 46 for complete prices.) week Orion Europe voyages & save 10%. Call for details. ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE Day 1 Lisbon, Portugal/Embark Day 2 Portimão/Algarve Day 3 Cádiz, Spain/Seville Day 4 Gibraltar, U.K/Málaga, Spain Day 5 Málaga/Granada Day 6 Mazarrón Escarpment/Cartagena Day 7 Valencia Day 8 Barcelona/Disembark » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/IBERIA Sea cave along the Algarvian coast, Portugal.

Mediterranean Isles: Sardinia, Corsica, and Menorca 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2016: MAY 1, 8* *This voyage travels in reverse. Aboard National Geographic Orion SPECIAL OFFER: PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips (See page 46 for complete prices.) on us. Book two or more one- week Orion Europe voyages & ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE save 10%. Call for details. Day 1 Barcelona, Spain/Embark Day 2 Ciudadela, Menorca Day 3 Ciudadela and Mahón, Menorca Day 4 At Sea/Alghero, Sardinia Day 5 Bonifacio, Corsica Day 6 Gulf of Porto, Corsica Day 7 Toulon, France Day 8 Monaco/Disembark » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/MEDISLES

32 Bonifacio. “This is easily one of the most Culture and Cuisine From intellectually satisfying travel Oporto to Basque Country experiences of my life—the history, cuisine and music of the 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2016: MAY 22; SEP. 18* Basque region is so rich and *This voyage travels in reverse. redolent, especially given that Aboard National Geographic Orion we experience both the French PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 (See page 46 for complete prices.) and the Spanish sides of this unique culture, a really rare ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE SPECIAL OFFER: opportunity.” Day 1 Lisbon, Portugal/Embark FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips — Alizé Carrère, Day 2 Oporto on us. Book two or more one- week Orion Europe voyages & Regional Experience Designer Day 3 Villagarcía de Arousa, Spain save 10%. Call for details. Day 4 A Coruña Day 5 Bilbao Day 6 Saint Jean-de-Luz, France/San Sebastián, Spain Day 7 Bayonne, France Day 8 Bordeaux/Disembark » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/BASQUE

Barges carrying wine, Douro River, Oporto.

32 33 Bordeaux To London: The French Atlantic Coast 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2016: MAY 29; SEP. 11* *This voyage travels in reverse. Aboard National Geographic Orion PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 (See page 46 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE SPECIAL OFFER: Day 1 Bordeaux, France/Embark FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips Day 2 Île d’Aix/La Rochelle on us. Book two or more one- week Orion Europe voyages & Day 3 Belle-Île-en-Mer save 10%. Call for details. Day 4 Douarnenez Day 5 Saint-Malo/Mont-Saint-Michel Day 6 Cherbourg/The Normandy Beaches Day 7 Honfleur Day 8 London, England/Disembark » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/FRANCE

Belle-Île-en-Mer.

3634 | 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348) The North Sea: Copenhagen To London 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATE: 2016: SEP. 4 Aboard National Geographic Orion Holsten Gate, Lubeck. PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 (See page 46 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE SPECIAL OFFER: Day 1 Copenhagen, Denmark/Embark FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips Day 2 Lübeck, Germany on us. Book two or more one- week Orion Europe voyages & Day 3 Kiel Canal save 10%. Call for details. Day 4 Harlingen, Netherlands Day 5 Amsterdam/Haarlem Day 6 Antwerp and Brussels, Belgium Day 7 Oostende/Brugge Day 8 London, England/Disembark

» SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/NORTHSEA Amsterdam.

Brussels chocolate shop.

3634 | 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348) 35 Wild and Windswept: Exploring the Coasts of England and Wales

8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATE: 2016: JUN. 5 SPECIAL OFFER: Portsmouth waterfront. Aboard National Geographic Orion FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 on us. Book two or more one- (See page 46 for complete prices.) week Orion Europe voyages & save 10%. Call for details. ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE Day 1 London, England/Embark Day 2 Portsmouth Day 3 Alderney & Sark, Channel Islands Day 4 Dartmouth Day 5 Isles of Scilly/Tresco Day 6 Skomer Island, Wales/Fishguard Day 7 Snowdonia/Anglesey Island Day 8 Dublin, Ireland/Disembark Tresco Abbey Gardens. » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/ENGLAND

Hidden Ireland: Loughs and Isles off the Beaten Path 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2016: JUN. 12, 19 Aboard National Geographic Orion PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 (See page 46 for complete prices.

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE Day 1 Dublin, Ireland/Embark SPECIAL OFFER: Day 2 Ballycotton/Kinsale FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips Day 3 Skellig Michael/Dingle on us. Book two or more one- Pub, Dingle. week Orion Europe voyages & Day 4 Aran Islands/Cliffs of Moher save 10%. Call for details. Day 5 Connemara Day 6 Donegal Day 7 Northern Ireland Day 8 Dublin, Ireland/Disembark » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/IRELAND

36 Giant’s Causeway. Norway and Scotland: Fjordlands and the Inner Hebrides 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATE: 2016: JUN. 26 Aboard National Geographic Orion PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 (See page 46 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE SPECIAL OFFER: Day 1 Dublin, Ireland/Embark FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips Day 2 Iona and Staffa, Inner Hebrides, Scotland on us. Book two or more one- Day 3 Stornoway, The Isle of Lewis week Orion Europe voyages & save 10%. Call for details. Day 4 Kirkwall, Orkney Islands Day 5 Mousa and Fair Isle, Shetland Islands Day 6 Isle of Noss and Lerwick, Shetland Islands, Scotland Day 7 Sognefjorden, Norway Day 8 Bergen/Disembark » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/NORWAY

“What other travel company has, or could, put such exceptionally beautiful, natural destinations together in one cohesive itiner- ary. Ships that do voyage here merely “cruise” by—National Geographic Orion brings you into close, personal contact. A private concert by renowned Scottish folk artist Julie Fowlis in Kirkwall, tasting Brunost (a brown goat cheese crafted only here) in gorgeous Sognefjorden—are some of the indelible experiences this itinerary provides.” — Jana Tvedt Joham, Regional Experience Designer

Sognefjorden.

36 37 Scandinavia By Sea: Denmark, Sweden, and Norway 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATE: 2016: JUL. 31 Aboard National Geographic Orion PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 (See page 46 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE SPECIAL OFFER: Day 1 Bergen, Norway/Embark FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips Day 2 Hardangerfjorden on us. Book two or more one- Day 3 Hidra Island week Orion Europe voyages & save 10%. Call for details. Day 4 Risør Day 5 Oslo Day 6 Weather Islands, Sweden Day 7 Skagen, Denmark Day 8 Copenhagen/Disembark » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/SCANDINAVIA

Skagen, Denmark.

“In the best Scandinavian tradition, this voyage is about simplicity and the senses— hiking, cycling, kayaking in the Weather Islands, washing down the famous ‘Skagen Sild’ herring with an ice-cold Danish beer, and much more—this is inhaling the essence of the world’s cleanest air and freshest vistas with every breath.” — Jana Tvedt Joham, Regional Experience Designer

38 Baltic Archipelagos: The Islands of Denmark, Sweden, and Finland Gamla stan, Stockholm 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2016: AUG. 7, 21 Aboard National Geographic Orion PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 (See page 46 for complete prices.)

ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE SPECIAL OFFER: Day 1 Copenhagen, Denmark/Embark FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips Day 2 Christiansø on us. Book two or more one- Orion Day 3 Visby, Gotland, Sweden week Europe voyages & save 10%. Call for details. Day 4 Stockholm Archipelago Day 5 Stockholm Day 6 Mariehamn, Åland, Finland Day 7 Turku Day 8 Tallinn, Estonia/Disembark Visby, Gotland. » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/BALTICS

Best of the Baltics: Cities and Islands from Tallinn to Copenhagen 8 DAYS/7 NIGHTS | DATES: 2016: AUG. 14, 28 Aboard National Geographic Orion PRICES FROM: $7,990 TO $16,610 (See page 46 for complete prices.) SPECIAL OFFER: ITINERARY AT-A-GLANCE FREE AIR + bar tab & crew tips Central market, Riga, Latvia. Day 1 Tallinn, Estonia/Embark on us. Book two or more one- Day 2 Saaremaa Island week Orion Europe voyages & save 10%. Call for details. Day 3-4 Riga, Latvia Day 5 Klaipėda, Lithuania Day 6 Gdańsk, Poland Day 7 Bornholm, Denmark Day 8 Copenhagen/Disembark » SEE COMPLETE ITINERARY AT EXPEDITIONS.COM/TALLINN

Neptune Fountain, Gdańsk. 38 WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM | 39 OUR EUROPEAN TEAM Our reputation as an expedition travel company is based largely on the quality of the teams we’ve created to explore the planet’s wild places. For Europe, we’ve assembled an Experience Design Team who are expert in curating extraordinary and one-of-a-kind experiences, and in providing extra levels of insight for you. Expert historians, cultural experts, and naturalists accompany you, so you can wonder as you wander and learn as you go. Our onboard concierge provides assistance with daily choices to suit your individual interests: active, Jacob Edgar is a world music tastemaker and global cultural, or more sedentary options, and with special explorer with an insatiable curiosity for the ways in arrangements, off-ship dining, and more. And thanks to which people express themselves through music. Founder of record label Cumbancha and host of the uncommon expertise of our ethnomusicologist, you’ll television program Music Voyager, Jacob’s adventures enjoy a genuinely special connection to Europe’s music, have taken him throughout the world in search of and genuinely special experiences. exceptional musical talents. Jacob will be curating exclusive musical performances to enrich the cultural experiences of the countries in which we explore. LEARN MORE AT WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM/EXPERTS

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40 Exploring Stockholm by Zodiac. PHOTOGRAPH EUROPE WITH THE TOP PROS

Whether you think of yourself as a photographer or simply want to capture the moments at the heart of your voyage, you’ll take your best photos ever aboard National Geographic Orion. You’ll have a top National Geographic photographer onboard to provide inspiration, tips and advice gleaned over the course of significant careers. Point-and-shoot, iPhone and DSLR users alike will find the quality of their images, and their storytelling, will improve greatly during the voyage. And regardless of your skill level, you’ll return home a more confident photographer, with shots you’ll enjoy sharing.

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National Geographic photographers aboard Orion this season are: Ralph Lee Hopkins (top), clockwise from above: Jim Richardson, Sisse Brimberg, Kike Calvo, Bob Krist, Erika Larsen, and Massimo Bassano.

40 WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM | 41 THE PERFECT SHIP TO DISCOVER EUROPE National Geographic Orion is a beautiful ship, originally purpose-built for luxurious expedition cruising—to adventurous regions such as Antarctica, as well as the temperate and tropical zones of the South Pacific. Spacious and modern, Orion offers panoramic views from her main lounge, observation lounge and library at the top of the ship to maintain a constant visual connection to the wonders outside. The dramatic window-lined main lounge is the site of lively daily Recap sessions, presentations and performances. And her expansive decks offer balmy air and brilliant vistas by day, or the romance of dining under stars at night. And while Orion interiors are elegant, life aboard is always casual, with no need for formal clothing, and very inclusive, fostering a rewarding esprit de corps.

42 Main image: The 102-guest National Geographic Orion underway; Clockwise from top right: Orion’s main lounge is the center of shared life aboard; expansive windows invite in scenic views, and the reflective ceiling mirrors the ocean in a sublimely relaxing way; The observation lounge and library provides a welcome to readers, card players, and sailors who love to review the nautical charts on display; Orion’s generous aft platform makes embarking and disembarking Zodiacs secure and easy for all.

42 43 THE BOUNTY OF EUROPE & COSSETTING COMFORT Dining aboard National Geographic Orion will open a window on the flavors of Europe, with menus designed by renowned chef-owner Serge Dansereau of Sydney’s acclaimed The Bather’s Pavilion, and executed by head chef, Lothar Greiner. Orion’s indoor dining room accommodates all guests at once in a single seating, and there is no assigned seating for easy mingling. The ship’s private spaces are as alluring as her public ones. Her 53 cabins, including 9 suites with French balconies and 4 solo cabins, feature deluxe bedding, our signature feather duvets and thick terry robes. All cabins feature flat screen TVs with news and movie programming, as well as the live feed from our remote-controlled crow’s nest camera, and our electronic chart system. And all cabins are equipped with Ethernet connections, plugs for laptops, phones, and camera chargers.

44 Left: Orion’s comfortable, elegant dining room features no assigned seating for casual, easy mingling; Clockwise from top: Spacious Category 6 French balcony suite with a sitting area; breakfast on the aft deck is a delightful way to begin a glorious weather day; luminous baths with marble sinks are a rewarding feature of personal life aboard; the Wellness Spa provides restorative treatments and massages to complement your active days; the Orion’s Lounge is a perfect place to relax.

44 WWW.EXPEDITIONS.COM | 45 Observation lounge and library.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ORION OUR NEWEST EXPEDITION SHIP AIRFARE OFFER: The state-of-the-art National Geographic Orion is the newest addition to Take advantage of our the Lindblad-National Geographic fleet. Fully stabilized, she is spacious and special airfare offers when modern, with a variety of public rooms that offer panoramic views of the passing you book a Europe voyage landscape. Friendly and informal, Orion fosters a welcoming atmosphere where aboard National Geographic like-minded guests share in exceptional experiences and enrichment. Orion. See page 48.

Prices are per person, double occupancy unless indicated as solo. 8-DAY VOYAGES 15-DAY VOYAGES CATEGORY 1: Main Deck with oval window #316, 318, 319-321 $7,990 $13,580 CATEGORY 2: Main Deck with oval window #302-312, 314, 315, 317 $9,260 $15,740 CATEGORY 3: Upper Deck—Suite with window #401-412, 414-419 $10,990 $18,680 CATEGORY 4: Bridge Deck—Deluxe suite with window #511, 515 $11,990 $20,380 CATEGORY 5: Bridge Deck—Suite with French balcony #501, 503-506, 508 $14,320 $24,340 CATEGORY 6: Bridge Deck—Owner’s suite with French balcony. #502, 507, 509*, 510. *Cabin 509 has two windows in lieu of a French balcony. $16,610 $28,240 CATEGORY 1 SOLO: Main Deck with oval window or two portholes #301, 322, 323 $11,990 $20,380 CATEGORY 3 SOLO: Bridge Deck—Suite with two windows #512 $16,490 $28,030 All cabins feature ocean views, private facilities, climate controls, internet access for your own laptop, and a flat-screen TV with movie programming. Note: Sole occupancy cabins available in Categories 1 and 3 include #301, 322, 323, and 512. Shared accommodations available in Categories 1 and 2. Note: Third person rates available at one-half the double occupancy rate in designated triple occupancy cabins. SAMPLE AIRFARES: Sample group airfares are round-trip from New York to Europe, per individual itinerary routing. Economy: From $850-$1,100; Business: From $2,300-$4,500.

46 | 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348) The dining room has unassigned Observation lounge and library. tables for easy mingling. Category 5 cabin. Category 3 cabin.

All cabins face outside with ocean views, private facilities and climate controls. Some cabins have French balconies. Decorated in rich jewel tones, with deluxe bedding, all cabins feature flat screen TVs with movie programming, as well as internet access for your own laptop.

CAPACITY: 102 guests in 53 outside cabins. FITNESS CENTER/ OBSERVATION LOUNGE REGISTRY: Bahamas. WHIRLPOOL LEXSPA TREATMENT & LIBRARY HOT TUB THEATER ROOM OVERALL LENGTH: 338 feet.

PUBLIC AREAS: Outdoor café, lounge with SUNDECK

bar, restaurant, global gallery, observation SAUNA lounge and library, sundeck, marina ELEVATOR platform, and whirlpool hot tub. OBSERVATION DECK OPEN BRIDGE: Provides guests with an 509 BRIDGE

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504 506 508 MEALS: All meals are served in a single 510 512 seating with unassigned tables for an BRIDGE DECK ELEVATOR informal atmosphere and easy mingling. OUTDOOR CAFELOUNGE GLOBAL GALLERY The cuisine is international with local flair, featuring tastes of the regions we explore.

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RECEPTION ELEVATOR bicycles, snorkeling gear for all guests UPPER DECK (where applicable), glass-bottom Zodiac, & crow’s nest camera. MARINA PLATFORM RESTAURANT 317

WELLNESS: The ship is staffed by a wellness 301 303 305 307 309 311 315 319 321 323 specialist and features a fitness center, 322 massage/LEXspa treatment room, and 302 304 306 308 310 312 314 316 318 320

sauna. ELEVATOR MAIN DECK SPECIAL FEATURES: A full-time doctor, ZODIAC National Geographic photographer, and a BOARDING MUD ROOM OFFIC E Lindblad-National Geographic certified photo DOCTOR’ S instructor. Laundry service available. EXPEDITION DECK

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BOOK A 15-DAY EUROPE VOYAGE to receive: INCLUSIVE PRICING  $1,500 AIR CREDIT on any 15-day Europe voyage; We include just about everything you have the  COMPLIMENTARY EXTENSION, pre- or post-voyage as opportunity to do as part of your expedition aboard outlined on the itinerary pages. Call for details, or visit ship and ashore. The only things not included are our website. scuba diving in Scapa Flow and those of a personal nature—internet usage, wellness treatments and BOOK AN 8-DAY EUROPE VOYAGE to receive: other specialized arrangements.  FREE AIRFARE (Based on round-trip economy group flights ABOARD SHIP from New York that must be ticketed by Lindblad Expeditions.  All meals and alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages In the case where complimentary flights are no longer  Cappuccinos, lattes & complimentary refillable water bottle available, we reserve the right to issue a credit certificate for  24-hour coffee, tea & soda the same value.)  Hors d’oeuvres & snacks during lounge recap  Sauna & Fitness Center Above offers are valid for new bookings only, and may not be combined with  Fully stocked library other offers and pre- and post-extensions.  The guidance and company of our expedition staff  Gratuities to ship’s crew FREE BAR TAB & CREW: ASHORE There will be no bar bill  Meals on land, as indicated in itinerary on these voyages, and we  Special access permits, park fees, port taxes will tip the crew on your  Transfers to and from group flights behalf.  The expertise of our expedition staff ACTIVITIES MULTIPLE VOYAGE  All shore activities SAVINGS: Save 10% when  Zodiac, kayak and bicycle explorations you book two or more  Snorkeling, including wetsuits, masks, fins voyages in Europe aboard  Lectures & presentations in the lounge National Geographic Orion. You may take these one-week voyages back- LOG ON TO EXPEDITIONS.COM to-back or non-consecutive journeys. This savings is applicable on Find everything you need to dream, voyage fares only, and is not valid on extensions or airfare. research or plan travel to 40+ destinations TRAVELING AS A GROUP: Save 5% when traveling as a group of worldwide. 8 or more people. Take advantage of these great savings, while enjoying traveling with your friends and family. This savings is Be part of our expedition community Join in! Here’s how: applicable to voyage fares only, and is not valid on extensions or airfare. Deposit, final payments, and cancellation policies for ⊲ Check our daily blog: expeditions.com/blog ⊲ Like us on Facebook: get inspired and chime in: group travel vary from our regular policies. facebook.com/LindbladExpeditions BRINGING THE KIDS: We believe sharing an expedition with your ⊲ Subscribe to our videos on kids or grandkids is a life-enhancing experience. So take $500 off youtube.com/lindbladexpeditions for each child under the age of 18. ⊲ Follow @LindbladExp on Twitter and find Sven Lindblad on Instagram solindblad. COMBINING OFFERS: Certain offers may be combinable, up to two savings opportunities except where noted otherwise. EXPLORATIONS BLOG For example, travel with a group of 8 or more on two or more expeditions, and take advantage of both savings!

48 | 1.800.EXPEDITION (1.800.397.3348) RESERVATION INFORMATION Voyage Costs Include: All accommodations aboard ship, all meals and beverages (including alcohol) aboard ship and on land, shore excursions, sightseeing and We are proud to be a Founding Member of Adventure Collection—a family of the world’s most trusted and entrance fees, special access permits, transfers to and from group flights, use experienced active travel companies. Each member of snorkeling equipment and wet suits (where available), use of bicycles and company of Adventure Collection is dedicated to enriching the lives of its guests kayaks (where available), tips, gratuities to ship’s crew, taxes and service charges, and to giving back to the areas in which it travels. For more information visit services of a ship physician, and services of our expedition staff. www.AdventureCollection.com. Not Included: Air transportation, hotels, passport, visa, immigration fees, scuba diving in Scapa Flow, travel protection plan, items of a personal nature, such as United States Tour Operators Association e-mail, wellness treatments and laundry. $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program Lindblad Expeditions, as an Active Member Airfare: For all programs, airfare is an additional cost. Sample airfares (as listed on of USTOA, is required to post $1 Million with USTOA to be used to reimburse, page 46) are subject to change. We will gladly assist in making your air arrange- in accordance with the terms and conditions of the USTOA $1 Million Travelers ments for a $50 per person service fee. Assistance Program, the advance payments of Lindblad Expeditions customers in the unlikely event of Lindblad Expeditions bankruptcy, insolvency or cessation of TERMS & CONDITIONS business. Further, you should understand that the $1 Million posted by Lindblad Reservations: To reserve your place, an advance payment of $1,000 per person Expeditions may be sufficient to provide only a partial recovery of the advance (8-day voyage) or $1,500 per person (15-day voyage) is required at the time payments received by Lindblad Expeditions. More details of the USTOA Travelers of reservation. Payment is accepted by Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Assistance Program may be obtained by writing to USTOA at 345 Seventh Avenue, Discover, or by check. Suite 1801, New York, New York 10001, or by email to [email protected] or by visiting their website at www.USTOA.com. Receipt of your initial payment indicates your acceptance of our complete Terms and Conditions. We require written notice at the time of reservation for any CANCELLATION POLICY physical condition, diet, or treatment requiring special attention. Number of Days Prior to Expedition Start Per Person Cancellation Fee Once your reservation is confirmed, we urge you to use your personalized online 180 or more days $750* account for important information to help you prepare for your voyage. Managing 179–120 days Advance payment cost your documents online will facilitate fast and accurate communication, and allow 119–90 days 25% of trip cost you to provide us with pertinent details we require, in order to complete your 89–60 days 50% of trip cost reservation. Your online account gives you access to your Expedition Guide, which 59–0 days No refund includes valuable information specific to your voyage. You can also use your online *$750 will be rewarded in the form of a Lindblad Expeditions Travel Certificate. account to make easy payments, view recommended flights and reading material, This cancellation policy applies to expeditions as well as pre- or post- extensions. packing list, and so much more. The effective date of a cancellation will be the date on which your cancellation notice is Final Payment: Final payment is due 120 days prior to departure. Payment received. Note: Airline cancellation policies vary by carrier, as well as the type of fare used to issue your ticket. schedules may vary for holiday departures and certain longer voyages, due to Any revisions you make within the cancellation penalty period, such as departure date or high demand for these voyages. We reserve the right to cancel your reservation if choice of voyage, are subject to cancellation fees. payment has not been received by final payment due date. Cancellation policy for certain longer voyages and Holiday departures may vary due to high demand for these voyages. Our Group cancellation policies are listed in the Terms and Travel Protection Plan: We strongly recommend that you take advantage of our Conditions section of our website, or you may call us for details. We stress the importance Travel Protection Plan. This plan offers comprehensive coverage to protect you of purchasing a travel protection plan to protect yourself from fees in the event you need to from cancellation fees, costs incurred due to trip delays/interruption, damaged or cancel your reservation. lost baggage, medical assistance and evacuation during your travels. Our Travel Photo Credits: Jeronimo Alba/Alamy, Gratier Alexis/Alamy, Robinson Becquart/istock, Milena Boeva/Alamy, Tibor Bognr/ Protection Plan is available for U.S., and Canadian residents only, and may be agefotostock, Sisse Brimberg & Cotton Coulson/Keenpress, Grisha Bruev/Shutterstock, Earl Carter, Stewart Cohen, David Cothran Peter Cox, Guido Cozzi/Corbis, Luis Davilla/agefotostock, David Dixon/Getty, Stephen Emerson/Alamy, purchased any time prior to final payment due date. Travel Protection premiums Michele Falzone/Alamy, Renato Granieri/Alamy, Doug Gualtieri, Anton Gvozdikov/Shutterstock, Ralph Lee Hopkins, Juha are non-refundable once plan is purchased. Huiskonen/istock, David Jones/Alamy, Art Kowalsky/Alamy, Bob Krist, Martin Lehmann/Shutterstock, Sven-Olof Lindblad, Jeff Litton, David Lyons/Alamy, Michael S. Nolan, Gary D. Paige, Kim Petersen/Alamy, Morten Rakke, Alex Ramsay/ Smoking Policy: Smoking is allowed only in designated outdoor areas. Alamy, Marco Ricca, Jim Richardson, Philippe Roy/Alamy, Anders Sellin/Alamy, Jon Sparks/Alamy, Thomas Stankiewicz/ agefotostock, Rikki Swenson, Lucas Vallecillos/superstock, Steve Vidler/Alamy, Martin Wahlborg/istock, Sebastian Responsibility and Other Terms & Conditions: Certain other provisions concern- Wasek/Alamy, Jan Wlodarczyk/Alamy. ing, among other things, limitations of Lindblad Expeditions’ and the National ©2016 Lindblad Expeditions. Lindblad Expeditions and the Eye are the trademarks of Lindblad Expeditions. Geographic Society’s liability for loss of property, injury, illness or death during the All rights reserved. NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC and the Yellow Border are the trademarks of the National Geographic Society. voyage will be provided to all guests on the ship’s ticket sent prior to departure, All rights reserved. and are also available on our website at www.expeditions.com/terms, or upon request. By registering for a trip, the guest agrees to all such terms and conditions. For Reservations: Note: Itineraries and prices listed in this brochure are valid as of publication date, Contact your travel advisor or Lindblad Expeditions and are subject to change. Under normal conditions, the total expedition cost is (1.800.397.3348) guaranteed at the time of booking. However, the published price is determined far 1.800.EXPEDITION in advance of initial departure on the basis of then-existing projections of fuel and Reservation Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 8pm ET other costs. In the event we determine that current costs create an unsustainable Saturday & Sunday 10am – 5pm ET financial model, including but not limited to increases in the price of fuel, currency fluctuations, increases in government taxes or levies, or increased security costs, Lindblad Expeditions, Inc., 96 Morton Street, New York, NY 10014 we reserve the right to pass on these costs to you, to cover such unexpected Phone: 212.261.9000 • Fax: 212.265.3770 increases. We will always provide a transparent accounting of the reason for such email: [email protected] For additional information and an increase in costs. online reservations, visit us on the Web: www.expeditions.com

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