National Geographic Private Jet itinerary
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.
An escorted National Geographic Private Jet group journey, with personal planning and quotation assistance from Deluxe Cruises. Fares are per person; current availability requires confirmation.
The journey in focus
An around-the-world journey is about the connections between extraordinary places. Peru's ancient civilizations lead to Easter Island's monumental heritage, Cambodia's Khmer history and the Himalayan settings of Nepal and Bhutan. Agra, Petra and Marrakech introduce different traditions of architecture, faith and trade. For travelers with several destinations on their wish list, this luxury private jet itinerary brings those ambitions into a single 26-day travel plan.
Nature adds another dimension, with Australia's Great Barrier Reef or Daintree Rainforest and Tanzania's Serengeti Plains or Ngorongoro Crater offered as alternative stages. Tell Deluxe Cruises which experiences matter most to you. We can help compare the published options, discuss your preferred departure and room arrangements, and request a complete quotation so you can judge the journey as a whole before reserving.
Culturally curious travelers planning a milestone journey, couples with a shared destination wish list, and solo travelers who enjoy an escorted group setting. This route rewards an appetite for variety across continents; compare its pace with your preference for frequent discoveries or longer stays in fewer places.
Start with your preferred departure, party size and room preference. Deluxe Cruises can clarify the Peru, Australia and Tanzania choices, the published walking and altitude considerations, and arrival arrangements in Washington. Request the complete price and inclusions before arranging independent flights, and review personal health questions with your own clinician.
Travel format: an escorted National Geographic group expedition by privately chartered aircraft, with individual places sold per person.
Follow the published 2027 route below. The descriptions introduce each destination; specific visits, hotels and activity choices depend on the selected departure. Where the route gives alternatives, they are choices rather than additional stops.
Washington opens the journey in a city shaped by museums, public monuments and international exchange. These opening days establish the starting point for a route that will span multiple continents. When arranging your arrival, allow time to settle in and confirm where the expedition begins before scheduling independent plans.
This stage presents alternative perspectives on Peru. Cusco and Machu Picchu connect the journey with the Andean world and Inca history, while Trujillo introduces the country's Pacific coastal heritage and pre-Inca civilizations. These are alternatives, not a promise to visit both; terrain, altitude and personal interests deserve consideration when discussing the choice.
Rapa Nui, also known as Easter Island, brings a remote Polynesian cultural landscape into the world journey. Its volcanic setting and monumental moai invite questions about seafaring, community and the island's living heritage. The surrounding Pacific gives this stage a distinctive sense of scale after the ancient cultures of mainland Peru.
Crossing the International Date Line changes the local calendar as the journey continues across the Pacific. Treat this as a travel stage rather than a destination visit, and follow the confirmed itinerary when checking local dates or arranging communication with home.
Apia introduces Samoa's capital and a different expression of Pacific island life. The island setting combines a tropical coastline with a strong Samoan cultural identity, placing daily community life alongside the wider story of ocean voyaging. This brief stage forms a geographical and cultural link between Easter Island and Australia.
Northern Australia's marine and forest environments offer two different perspectives on the tropics. The Great Barrier Reef is a vast coral ecosystem, while the Daintree is associated with lush rainforest landscapes. The itinerary names these as alternatives; ask which arrangements are available and discuss your comfort with any proposed water-based or walking activities.
Siem Reap is closely associated with the Angkor region, where Khmer architecture and water management reveal the ambition of an ancient civilization. Modern Cambodian life surrounds this remarkable cultural landscape. The stage adds Southeast Asian history to the journey and offers a useful contrast with the Polynesian and Australian settings that precede it.
Kathmandu and Paro bring two distinct Himalayan settings into the route. Nepal's capital is known for its historic urban fabric and religious traditions, while Paro sits within Bhutan's mountainous landscape. These destinations reward curiosity about architecture and living culture; discuss elevation, walking conditions and the exact arrangements for this multi-country stage.
Agra places Mughal history at the center of the journey. The city is inseparable from the Taj Mahal, whose marble architecture reflects an exceptional tradition of design and craftsmanship. Beyond a single landmark, Agra provides context for imperial India and the relationships between artistic ambition, religious expression and the river landscapes of northern India.
Tanzania's Serengeti Plains and Ngorongoro Crater represent different East African environments: expansive grasslands and a dramatic volcanic caldera. The route offers them as alternatives rather than a combined visit. Wildlife is free-ranging, so sightings cannot be promised; ask how the available option suits your interests, mobility and preferred style of wildlife observation.
Petra introduces the rock-cut architecture and trading heritage of the Nabataean world. Its sandstone landscape gives the site a powerful visual identity, while its history connects Arabia with wider networks of commerce. Walking conditions can be an important part of planning this stage, so review the confirmed arrangements against your personal comfort and mobility.
Marrakech brings the journey to a city of courtyard architecture, garden traditions and layered Moroccan history. Its medina is associated with craftsmanship and commerce, offering a vivid contrast to the desert setting of Petra. This stage provides a final North African perspective before the itinerary returns across the Atlantic to Washington.
The itinerary concludes in Washington after its circuit of the world. Confirm the final arrival time and onward connection guidance before booking separate transportation, and consider how the long journey may affect your preferred schedule for returning home.
Schedule status: The route stages are presented in their published order. Daily activities, local flights, accommodations, and operational details should be reconfirmed for the selected departure.
These saved dates and fares were checked on September 9, 2026. Double- and single-occupancy fares are per person in US dollars and remain subject to change. Deluxe Cruises will verify current availability and provide a written quote before reservation.
From inspiration to your next journey
Use the 3 published 2027 departures above as a starting point for planning Around the World by Private Jet. Tell Deluxe Cruises your preferred timing, number of travellers and double- or single-room preference, and ask us to check current space and pricing.
Not sure whether this 26-day journey is the right fit? Tell us the destinations and experiences you value most. We can help compare this route with other Private Jet programs and clarify the pace, accommodations, included arrangements and complete quotation before you decide.
Planning questions
The featured National Geographic itinerary is 26 days, with maximum 75 guests and a published activity rating of Light-Moderate. Explore the destination-by-destination route, then ask Deluxe Cruises to help compare the pace and activity requirements with your travel preferences.
The published Peru stage lists Cusco and Machu Picchu or Trujillo as alternatives. Do not assume that both are included. Ask Deluxe Cruises to confirm the available choice for your departure and explain how the decision affects elevation, walking and the cultural focus of your Peru stay.
Start with whether marine environments or forest landscapes interest you more, then review the actual activities offered for your departure. Ask about transport, walking surfaces, water access and weather contingencies. The route names the Great Barrier Reef or Daintree Rainforest, so the two should be treated as alternative experiences.
This page describes a scheduled National Geographic group expedition traveling by private jet. It is not a quotation for exclusive use of an entire aircraft. Tell Deluxe Cruises the size of your party and whether you want an escorted group journey or a separate whole-aircraft charter so your inquiry is directed appropriately.
Review the precise elevations, walking demands and transport arrangements before choosing a departure or optional route. Cusco and the Himalayan destinations can raise different planning considerations from coastal stops. Ask your own clinician about any personal health concerns and give Deluxe Cruises enough information to clarify the published arrangements.
Build your packing around adaptable layers, comfortable footwear and clothing suitable for cultural sites. Check the operator's confirmed baggage limits before choosing luggage, including any limits on local transfers. Use the final destination sequence and seasonal guidance to decide what you need rather than assuming every stop will be warm.
Request the selected departure's written inclusions, hotel and room details, aircraft arrangements, baggage limits, meals, excursions, transfers, single supplement and booking terms. Confirm the cost of reaching the starting city and returning home, as well as any visas, insurance or optional arrangements.
Email, call or WhatsApp Deluxe Cruises with your preferred journey, dates, number of travellers and double- or single-room preference. If you are still choosing, share the destinations that interest you and ask for a comparison. Request a current written quotation with availability, inclusions and booking terms before reserving.
Your journey starts with a conversation
Which destinations have you always wanted to see? Tell Deluxe Cruises your preferred departure and the experiences that matter most. We can help compare the published route choices and request current availability, room arrangements and a complete quote for your party.
Make your decision with the details in hand: request current space, double- or single-occupancy pricing, hotel and flight arrangements, included experiences and booking terms. We can also discuss arriving early or extending your stay.
Send your preferred 2027 departure, number of travelers and double or single room preference to begin planning your world journey.