National Geographic expedition and private-jet planning

National Geographic Expeditions, Private Jet and Lindblad Cruise Planning with Deluxe Cruises

Plan National Geographic travel in one place: a diverse fleet of 23 Lindblad expedition ships, sailing vessels, yachts, and river ships, plus 5 official Private Jet programs.

Deluxe Cruises helps compare ships, cabins and suites, private-jet routes, dates, current fares, eligible promotions, and available amenities before you reserve.

National Geographic Explorer navigating among icebergs in Greenland
23 expedition vessels 5 private-jet programs 2,186 published ship departures 7 private-jet departures

National Geographic Private Jet Expeditions

Explore 5 extraordinary Private Jet journeys

Turn a long-held travel ambition into a journey worth planning. Discover National Geographic luxury private jet tours across world landmarks, Atlantic cultures, island landscapes, the Silk Road and wildlife regions. Our featured 2027 guides help you compare the experiences before choosing your next adventure.

These escorted group expeditions use privately chartered aircraft and are sold per person. Explore 7 published departures, then tell Deluxe Cruises which places inspire you. We can help compare routes, discuss room preferences and request current availability and a personal quotation.

Taj Mahal and the city of Agra, India

Around the World by Private Jet

Make a long-held ambition a journey to plan: discover National Geographic's 26-day Around the World private jet tour. From Peru and Easter Island to Bhutan, Petra and Marrakech, this escorted group expedition connects remarkable cultures and landscapes in one published route. Share your preferred 2027 departure with Deluxe Cruises to discuss the route choices, current availability and a personalized quote.

26 days | Maximum 75 guests | Published fare from $124,995 per person

A cove and volcanic coastline in Lanzarote, Spain

Atlantic Crossroads: A Discovery by Private Jet

Explore the Atlantic's cultural connections on National Geographic's 14-day Atlantic Crossroads private jet tour. Travel from Dublin to Buenos Aires through Madeira, Tangier, Lanzarote, Dakar and Salvador, combining island landscapes with distinctive city cultures. If history, architecture and discovery inspire your next journey, contact Deluxe Cruises for the August 2027 itinerary, current availability and a personalized quote.

14 days | 75 guests | Published fare from $77,995 per person

Verdant islands and blue lagoons in Palau

Oceans and Islands of the World by Private Jet

Discover an island journey on a global scale with National Geographic's 24-day Oceans and Islands of the World private jet tour. Bora Bora, Palau, Bali and the Seychelles share the route with New Zealand, Australia, Sri Lanka, Oman and Malta. Ask Deluxe Cruises to help you explore this luxury escorted expedition, discuss your travel preferences and request current availability and a personalized quote.

24 days | Maximum 75 guests | Published fare from $129,995 per person

The Blue Mosque and minarets in Istanbul, Turkey

The Silk Road by Private Jet

Explore historic trading cities and living traditions on National Geographic's 20-day Silk Road private jet tour. From Istanbul and Armenia to Central Asia, Dunhuang, Hoi An and Baku, the route connects architecture, art and cultural exchange across Eurasia. Share your interests with Deluxe Cruises to discuss the May–June 2027 expedition, current availability and a personalized quote.

20 days | Maximum 75 guests | Published fare from $109,995 per person

Mountain gorillas in a forest in Rwanda

Wildlife of the World by Private Jet

Connect tropical forests, national parks and African wildlife landscapes on National Geographic's 23-day Wildlife of the World private jet tour. The route links Borneo, India, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, Madagascar, South Africa and Rwanda between Singapore and Rome. Tell Deluxe Cruises about your wildlife interests to explore the published options, discuss activity requirements and request current availability and a personalized quote.

23 days | Maximum 68 guests | Published fare from $129,995 per person

Built for discovery

Small-ship access with expedition expertise

The official fleet ranges from purpose-built polar ships and Galápagos vessels to windjammers, explorer yachts, and river ships. Published capacities never exceed 154 guests, supporting an intimate experience and access suited to each geography.

Facilities, exploration tools, cabin categories, and included experiences vary by vessel and route. Deluxe Cruises confirms the details that apply to the exact ship and departure you select.

The complete requested fleet

Explore all 23 National Geographic-Lindblad ships

Compare published capacities, cabin totals, deck counts, destinations, and 2026-2029 planning pages.

National Geographic Islander II in the Galápagos

Staterooms, suites, and deck plans

Accommodation designed around the vessel and destination

The fleet ranges from eight-cabin catamaran intimacy to larger polar-ship collections with multiple cabin and suite categories. Every ship card above now opens a complete local guide with official accommodation pictures, descriptions, cabin facts, and full-size deck plans.

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Dining and onboard experience

Comfort, community, and spaces connected to the destination

Official fleet information emphasizes well-appointed cabins, social spaces that foster connection, and ship-specific expedition tools. Dining venues, wellness facilities, lounges, observation areas, and exploration equipment vary across this unusually diverse fleet.

Expedition tools

Ship and geography determine the published equipment and ways guests explore beyond the vessel.

Intimate scale

Published capacities range from 16 to 154 guests, supporting a personal atmosphere.

Ship-specific comfort

Cabins, suites, dining, wellness, and social spaces are reviewed for the exact vessel before booking.

Destinations

Polar frontiers, islands, coasts, and legendary rivers

The current fleet page associates these regions and journey styles with the requested ships.

  • Alaska
  • Amazon
  • Antarctica
  • Arctic
  • Asia
  • Atlantic Isles
  • Baja California
  • British and Irish Isles
  • California Coast
  • Canada
  • Caribbean
  • Central America
  • Costa Rica
  • Egypt
  • Europe
  • Europe Rivers
  • Galápagos
  • Greenland
  • Iceland
  • Japan
  • Mediterranean
  • North America
  • Pacific Northwest
  • Patagonia
  • Peru
  • River Cruises
  • Scandinavia
  • Scotland
  • South America
  • South Pacific
  • Under Sail
  • Vietnam

Luxury cruise inspiration

Choose the expedition experience that fits the way you travel

Discover the ships, quiet onboard comfort, expert-led enrichment, and close-to-nature exploration that shape a National Geographic-Lindblad expedition.

Polar exploration

Compare purpose-built polar ships, ice class, scale, cabin choice, and the pace of expedition days.

Galápagos intimacy

Consider catamaran, yacht, and expedition-ship scale for wildlife-rich island discovery.

Rivers and cultural journeys

Explore the Amazon, Mekong, Nile, European rivers, and Scottish canals aboard region-specific vessels.

Schedule publication status

2,186 currently published ship departures and 7 Private Jet departures

Current listings and itinerary search show the official National Geographic-Lindblad schedule, including sold-out sailings. Previously linked saved pages remain accessible. Past departures are historical; future departures no longer listed require availability confirmation. Private Jet journeys remain separate from ship calendars.

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National Geographic-Lindblad expedition inspiration: polar ships, wellness, dining, suites, observation spaces, expert briefings, and Zodiac exploration.

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Quick Answer: Why book National Geographic with Deluxe Cruises?

National Geographic is designed for travelers who value small-ship expedition travel, private terraces, refined dining, and destination-rich journeys. Booking with Deluxe Cruises adds expert comparison and personal representation: our luxury cruise specialists review the best available National Geographic fares, eligible promotions, suite locations, inclusions, and available amenities for your selected voyage, then provide attentive service before and after you reserve.

Best available deal
We compare current prices, eligible promotions, and available amenities to identify the strongest verified offer for your sailing.
Expert suite guidance
We help you compare cabins, staterooms, and suites by space, terrace, deck, location, and included benefits.
Personal service
You receive responsive, professional support from initial planning through confirmation and post-booking questions.

Questions travelers ask

Why should I book National Geographic with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises helps you compare National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions ships, itineraries and accommodations around your priorities. Your advisor reviews current public fares, eligible group pricing and available amenities for the selected sailing, explains the booking conditions and provides personal support. Your written quote confirms the available price and benefits.

How does Deluxe Cruises help find the best National Geographic deal?

We review current availability, published fares, eligible promotions, and available amenities for your specific ship, date, and suite. Because cruise pricing can change, the final price and benefits are confirmed in your personalized written quote.

What service will I receive after booking?

Your Deluxe Cruises advisor remains available for questions about your reservation, suite, voyage details, and important planning information before departure.