New & Noteworthy Expeditions

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Your passion for exploration is what drives us to design unique and innovative experiences that immerse you fully in your destination. In the upcoming travel seasons, we are delighted to offer an array of new expeditions in parts of the world we have never explored before, as well as additional departures of some of our most popular adventures. We are also welcoming an elegant tall ship and a sophisticated riverboat to the fleet, crafting new partnerships, and launching new special offers to help you connect more deeply and more often with our planet’s abundant wonders.

Food & Wine Presents: A Culinary Adventure in the Pacific Northwest

In 2024, Food & Wine magazine is teaming up exclusively with Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic to take you on an immersive culinary journey along the Columbia and Snake Rivers. As you explore the Pacific Northwest, you’ll delve into the region’s deep history, abundant harvests, and geological marvels while savoring a locally inspired menu and wine list curated in collaboration with Food & Wine editors. Each voyage includes a team of naturalists, a historian, a geologist, and a food and wine expert to guide you through the region’s wild bounty.

 

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A New Way to Explore Egypt

Egypt is a place brimming with new discoveries, and beginning in 2024, we’re offering travelers a fresh look at this endlessly fascinating destination now in collaboration with National Geographic. Select Egypt departures will be accompanied by National Geographic Experts—such as archaeologists and National Geographic Photography Experts who can help travelers capture new angles on icons like the Pyramids of Giza. We are also looking forward to debuting a new 9-day expedition in 2025 that traces the highlights of Egyptian history aboard our newly chartered ship, the Sun Goddess.

 

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We have an array of expeditions that offer opportunities for adventurous and safe travel in destinations across the globe, whether you’re looking for a short escape or an epic journey. Check out some of the incredible voyages in our portfolio.

(14) New and Noteworthy Itineraries

NOTE: For expeditions departing April 2024 onward, Day 1 of our itineraries will no longer reflect “departure from the U.S.” and will reflect “arrival to the city” where your expedition begins.  Durations of expeditions will remain unchanged. More details. 

Atlantic Isles

Europe & British Isles

New and Noteworthy

AZOR - Islands of the Azores: Basalt Peaks to Volcanic Vineyards

Duration

9 days
Apr

From

$10,160

Prices are per person

Highlights

Atlantic Isles

Europe & British Isles

New and Noteworthy

AZOR - Islands of the Azores: Basalt Peaks to Volcanic Vineyards

Duration

9 days
Apr

From

$10,160

Top Highlights

  • Aboard National Geographic Endurance, take advantage of the ship’s state-of the-art amenities, from wellness programs and spa treatments to gourmet dining options as we travel to the more secluded and seldom-visited islands of the Azores Archipelago
  • April is one of the best months to see the many whales that pass through these waters on their annual migrations. With the help of some of the best whale spotters in the world, search for fin, blue, sei, and pilot whales, just to name a few
  • Discover the varied past and the stories of explorers, whalers, and conquerors who all had a part in weaving the tapestry of island history
  • Experience the commitment the locals have to sustainable growth and protecting the natural beauty and ecosystems of the archipelago

New and Noteworthy

Italy and Croatia aboard Sea Cloud II

Mediterranean

DUVE - Coastal Gems of Croatia and Slovenia aboard Sea Cloud II

Duration

10 days
  1. Aug
  2. Sep

From

$12,771

Prices are per person

Highlights

New and Noteworthy

Italy and Croatia aboard Sea Cloud II

Mediterranean

DUVE - Coastal Gems of Croatia and Slovenia aboard Sea Cloud II

Duration

10 days
  1. Aug
  2. Sep

From

$12,771

Top Highlights

  • Experience the splendors of the Golden Age of Sail aboard the gracious Sea Cloud II
  • Discover Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Split that dates to the 4th century
  • Explore the cobblestone streets and markets of medieval towns like Korčula and Trogir
  • Learn about the region’s many chapters of history at sites like Ljubljana’s hilltop castle and Tito’s once-secret Cold War tunnels
  • Travel through the bucolic countryside to taste celebrated local wines at a vineyard and enjoy other regional specialties

Arctic

Canada

New and Noteworthy

Greenland

EPGR - High Arctic Archipelago: Canada and Greenland

Duration

24 days
Aug

From

$33,254

Prices are per person

Highlights

Arctic

Canada

New and Noteworthy

Greenland

EPGR - High Arctic Archipelago: Canada and Greenland

Duration

24 days
Aug

From

$33,254

Top Highlights

  • Travel well above 80º north into the fabled Northwest Passage and learn dramatic stories of the explorers and adventurers who sought this magnificent, icy frontier
  • Glide between soaring icebergs at the mouth of Greenland’s Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Explore Ellesmere Island with binoculars at the ready to spot polar bears, walruses, ringed seals, belugas, bowhead whales, and the elusive narwhal
  • Visit the “Jewel of the North,” Pond Inlet, a small Inuit community known for its friendly community and world-renowned soapstone carvings
  • Marvel at the unique volcanic black sand beaches, hot springs, and waterfalls of Disko Island, a Greenlandic island often compared to Iceland

Galápagos

New and Noteworthy

GAGA - Ultimate Galapagos Holiday Voyage

Duration

12 days
Dec

From

$17,648

Prices are per person

Highlights

Galápagos

New and Noteworthy

GAGA - Ultimate Galapagos Holiday Voyage

Duration

12 days
Dec

From

$17,648

Top Highlights

  • See more islands on this special extended voyage, enjoying 10 days to explore Galápagos
  • Spend Christmas aboard the new National Geographic Islander II, outfitted with amenities and programs perfect for families
  • Snorkel and kayak in rich waters among shimmering fish, sea turtles, penguins, and playful sea lions
  • Walk among colonies of wildlife and seabirds unfazed by your presence
  • Maximize your time in the islands with options for exploration every day, including hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, and more

Australia and New Zealand

Indonesia & Papua New Guinea

New and Noteworthy

KISP - Kimberley Expedition: Northwest Australia & Indonesia

Duration

16 days
  1. May
  2. Jul
  3. Aug

From

$16,745

Prices are per person

Highlights

Australia and New Zealand

Indonesia & Papua New Guinea

New and Noteworthy

KISP - Kimberley Expedition: Northwest Australia & Indonesia

Duration

16 days
  1. May
  2. Jul
  3. Aug

From

$16,745

Top Highlights

  • Zodiac up the King George River to explore it at water level and experience its towering red rock canyon walls.
  • Zodiacs land virtually anywhere and take you up close to the unique wildlife in this Region -- see crocodiles, migrating humpback whales, and endearing wallabies.
  • Visit the world-renowned Komodo National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site, to go in search of the legendary Komodo dragon.
  • Snorkel and dive remote reefs with galaxies of colorful fish in Indonesia and pristine Rowley Shoals in Australia.

New and Noteworthy

Italy and Croatia aboard Sea Cloud II

Mediterranean

NADU - Navigating Southern Italy and Coastal Croatia aboard Sea Cloud II

Duration

11 days
Aug

From

$14,191

Prices are per person

Highlights

New and Noteworthy

Italy and Croatia aboard Sea Cloud II

Mediterranean

NADU - Navigating Southern Italy and Coastal Croatia aboard Sea Cloud II

Duration

11 days
Aug

From

$14,191

Top Highlights

  • Unwind aboard the elegant Sea Cloud II, a romantic tall ship with every modern comfort
  • Spend a day in picturesque Amalfi where pastel clifftop villas have never-ending views of the Tyrrhenian Sea
  • Stand in Taormina’s Greco-Roman Theater, built into a cliff in the third century and still in use today
  • Discover the living history of UNESCO-designated Diocletian’s Palace, an extraordinary complex in Split that has been consistently occupied for nearly two millennia
  • Explore the cobblestone streets and markets of medieval towns like Trogir and Hvar

Japan

New and Noteworthy

NIKO - Coastal Japan: Imperial Dynasties and Modern Culture 

Duration

15 days
Sep

From

$27,215

Prices are per person

Highlights

Japan

New and Noteworthy

NIKO - Coastal Japan: Imperial Dynasties and Modern Culture 

Duration

15 days
Sep

From

$27,215

Top Highlights

  • Delve into the history of the samurai and their feudal lords while visiting castles and samurai districts in Kanazawa, Matsue, and Uwajima
  • Explore the rich cultural legacy of Korea’s Silla Dynasty among the incredible ancient ruins of Gyeongju, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Get inspired on the art-filled island of Naoshima and visit museums and studios dedicated to artists and traditional handicrafts in Matsue and in Takamatsu
  • Meander through Kenroku-en, Koraku-en, and Sengan-en, three unique Japanese gardens that are considered some of the most beautiful in the country

New and Noteworthy

Italy and Croatia aboard Sea Cloud II

Mediterranean

NINA - Northern Italy Under Sail: Genoa, Pisa, and the Amalfi Coast aboard Sea Cloud II

Duration

8 days
May

From

$8,766

Prices are per person

Highlights

New and Noteworthy

Italy and Croatia aboard Sea Cloud II

Mediterranean

NINA - Northern Italy Under Sail: Genoa, Pisa, and the Amalfi Coast aboard Sea Cloud II

Duration

8 days
May

From

$8,766

Top Highlights

  • Bask under the billowing sails of the square-rigger Sea Cloud II along the coast of Northern Italy
  • Discover Genoa’s cultural treasures like the Strada Nuova and the stunning Cathedral of San Lorenzo, believed to hold the relics of St. John the Baptist
  • In Pisa, see the iconic Leaning Tower, part of a complex of medieval architectural masterpieces
  • On Elba Island explore the fortified town of Portoferraio and Napoleon’s villa
  • Spend time in Amalfi, the crown gem of the storied Amalfi Coast

Alaska

Japan

New and Noteworthy

NOJA - A Journey from Nome to Tokyo: Ring of Fire to Ainu Culture

Duration

21 days
Aug

From

$31,590

Prices are per person

Highlights

Alaska

Japan

New and Noteworthy

NOJA - A Journey from Nome to Tokyo: Ring of Fire to Ainu Culture

Duration

21 days
Aug

From

$31,590

Top Highlights

  • Witness a profusion of rare wildlife in Alaska’s Pribilof and Aleutian Islands, from the deck of our ship or aboard a nimble Zodiac: from whiskered auklets and northern fur seals to Steller’s sea eagles and brown bears.
  • Spot the sacred red-crowned crane on a visit to the wetlands of Kushiro in Hokkaido, and learn about the culture of Hokkaido’s indigenous Ainu people on visits to a village and a living history museum.
  • Delve into the history of the shoguns and samurai while visiting castle ruins in Sendai, the Tokugawa hub of Mito, and the spectacular Kairakuen gardens.
  • Enjoy a rich program of lectures by an expert team of naturalists, historians, and photographers; and take advantage of the National Geographic Resolution’s many amenities, from wellness programs and spa treatments to gourmet dining options and wine tastings.

French Polynesia & Pacific Islands

New and Noteworthy

PALA - Fiji and Tahiti Adventure: Vibrant Reefs and Cultural History

Duration

17 days
  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. Jun

From

$16,570

Prices are per person

Highlights

French Polynesia & Pacific Islands

New and Noteworthy

PALA - Fiji and Tahiti Adventure: Vibrant Reefs and Cultural History

Duration

17 days
  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. Jun

From

$16,570

Top Highlights

  • Visit the marae complex of Marae Taputapuātea, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most important cultural sites in Polynesia
  • Snorkel, swim, or stand-up paddleboard in the clear, aqua lagoons and reefs of French Polynesia
  • Spot rare and colorful birds and flowers on Fiji’s spectacular “Garden Island,” Taveuni, and in the rainforests of Samoa
  • Visit remote island villages and discover rich cultural histories, including the tradition of fire-walking in Fiji

French Polynesia & Pacific Islands

New and Noteworthy

PAPA - Pearls of the Pacific: Exploring the Society and Tuamotu Islands

Duration

10 days
  1. Feb
  2. Mar
  3. Jun

From

$9,910

Prices are per person

Highlights

French Polynesia & Pacific Islands

New and Noteworthy

PAPA - Pearls of the Pacific: Exploring the Society and Tuamotu Islands

Duration

10 days
  1. Feb
  2. Mar
  3. Jun

From

$9,910

Top Highlights

  • In clear, warm waters, experience an extraordinary undersea world of whales and dolphins, manta rays and sea turtles, sharks and vast schools of colorful fish
  • Swim into an otherworldly grotto on Makatea and float in a hidden cave surrounded by stalagmites and stalactites
  • Visit one of the most important cultural sites in the Polynesian world, UNESCO World Heritage site Marae Taputapuātea on Ra’iātea Island
  • Spend a day on the small island of Anaa and in its biodiverse lagoon, meeting fishermen and skilled local artisans who craft jewelry from stones mined on the island, string elaborate shell necklaces, and weave cloth with island motifs
  • Be on the lookout for endemic birds like the blue lorikeet, chattering kingfisher, and Makatea fruit dove
  • Enjoy special dining experiences including a barbecue with live music on a private motu in Bora Bora and a lunch of Polynesian specialties at a beachside restaurant in Ra'iatea
  • Enjoy a visit to a vanilla farm on Taha'a, “the vanilla island.” Polynesian vanilla is known throughout the world for its unique flavor, and Taha'a produces more than 70% of all vanilla in French Polynesia

Arctic

New and Noteworthy

Greenland

SGRK - South Greenland Exploration: Fjords, Waterfalls, and Fishing Villages

Duration

11 days
Aug

From

$13,955

Prices are per person

Highlights

Arctic

New and Noteworthy

Greenland

SGRK - South Greenland Exploration: Fjords, Waterfalls, and Fishing Villages

Duration

11 days
Aug

From

$13,955

Top Highlights

  • Experience the ice floes and deep fjords of southern Greenland by Zodiac, kayak, and hiking excursions
  • Explore the Western and Eastern Settlements of Erik the Red, the Norse explorer credited with naming Greenland
  • Discover Inuit tradition and history along the southern fjords in Qaqortoq and Nanortalik through music, food tastings, and demonstrations
  • View the extraordinarily well-preserved 15th-century Qilakitsoq mummies featured in a National Geographic magazine cover story
  • Witness the volcanic landscapes and breathtaking waterfalls of Iceland’s Snaefellsnes Peninsula
  • Travel when there’s a possibility of seeing the northern lights—one of nature’s most stunning displays

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