Immerse yourself in the country's singular cultural and culinary traditions.
Japan is a captivating blend of ancient traditions and cutting-edge modernity, a place where vibrant cities coexist with (and support) tranquil enclaves, both natural and man-made. Designed for curious travelers, this collection provides a peek at the dynamism.
Sensational Flavors and Modern Wonders
The island city-state first rose to prominence in the 1800s, when Sir Stamford Raffles (namesake of the iconic Raffles Hotel) recognized Singapore’s strategic location and established a trading post for the East India Trading Company.
From Bangkok to Chiang Mai, here is a curated introduction to the temples, art, people and flavors waiting for you in this country known for its hospitality.
Rwanda’s successes lie in the country’s ability to rebuild. Mountain gorillas — perhaps the best-known inhabitants of the country’s jungles — went from endangered to thriving and protected through community-led efforts. Other incredible species are also worth looking for on any jungle trek.
From Chicago to Los Angeles, this famous highway crosses 2,400 miles (3,862km) of the United States. When construction began in 1926, Route 66 connected a variety of roads into one, scenic route through the plains of the Midwest and deserts of the Southwest.
Travel to the heart of the Aegean Sea and uncover the layered beauty of Santorini beyond its world-famous sunsets. It's a destination like no other.
Carved out by glaciers and dotted with tree-covered islands, this is a world of untamed beauty. Here, bald eagles soar, humpback whales breach the icy waters and brown bears roam through rich ecosystems.
Southeast Alaska is the ancestral homeland of the Tlingit, Haida and Tsimshian peoples whose rich traditions - seen in totem poles, oral histories and fishing practices - shape the region's identity.
Discover an invitation to moments of awe and connection to something bigger than yourself.
For more than 50 years, Lindblad Expeditions has been sailing to captivating places near and far in pursuit of discovery, bringing along adventurous travelers to share in the thrill of uncovering the world’s wild secrets. Every voyage reinforces the core belief that the planet holds infinite potential—for new experiences, enhanced knowledge and increased understanding of humanity's role in protecting its trove of natural and cultural treasures.
This enduring quest for discovery inspires National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions to find new ways to help you explore. It’s why they build ships that facilitate exploration with their cutting-edge technologies, design itineraries and assemble expedition teams that inspire and chart courses that take you deeper into remote places to give you a richer picture of our world. Because when it comes to exploration, it’s not just what you see, but how you see it that matters.