A R O U N D T H E W O R L D B Y P R I VAT E J E T: T H E N O RT H E R N RO U T E Kyoto and Nara, Japan • Ulaanbaatar and Gobi, Mongolia • Irkutsk and Lake Baikal, Russia St. Petersburg, Russia • Bergen, Norway • Reykjavík, Iceland • Kangerlussuaq and Ilulissat, Greenland
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DEAR T R AV E L E R For 132 years, the National Geographic Society has celebrated the world and all its wonders, and our explorers have shared compelling stories of their epic adventures. From crossing the great Gobi desert by “motor-car” in 1913 to reporting on the unique culture of Greenland’s sea ice scientists in 2019, the Society has established and upheld a grand tradition of exploration, discovery, and storytelling. Now we invite you to experience some of the greatest treasures of the planet’s northerly reaches firsthand, on a once-in-alifetime journey—Around the World by Private Jet: The Northern Route. Imagine this: On a single adventure, you’ll find yourself standing in the glow of Kyoto’s iconic Golden Pavilion, reveling in the imperial splendor of St. Petersburg, soaking in Iceland’s famed Blue Lagoon, and soaring over Greenland’s epic Jakobshavn Glacier on a thrilling flight-seeing excursion. You’ll cruise Norway’s stunning fjords and the mirror-like waters of Lake Baikal; and, in Mongolia, you’ll meet with a family of nomads to hear about daily life on the steppe.
What truly distinguishes this program are the National Geographic Experts whose knowledge, personal experiences, and passion enhance each destination. Joining us on this departure are Jan Nijman, a geographer and former member of National Geographic’s Committee for Research and Exploration; William Saturno, an archaeologist and storyteller specializing in early civilizations; and award-winning National Geographic photographer Jay Dickman.
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Gary E. Knell Chairman
As we’re whisked from the heart of imperial Japan to the ice-carved coastlines of Greenland, we’ll enjoy the comfort of a VIP-configured jet, equipped with an in-flight lecture system that places the insights of our experts at your fingertips. Everywhere we touch down, we stay in exceptional accommodations, chosen for their access to extraordinary places, unparalleled attention to detail, and top-notch service.
National Geographic Partners
When you travel with us, you help further the work of our scientists, explorers, and educators around the world. Every year, we distribute a portion of our proceeds to the National Geographic Society, creating more opportunities to work toward a planet in balance. To learn more, visit natgeo.com/giveback.
We hope you’ll join us on this remarkable journey around the world. Please call 1-888-227-7265 or visit natgeoexpeditions.com/privatejet to reserve your place.
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T R AV E L TA I L O R E D T O YO U R I N T E R E S T S Enjoy the freedom and flexibility to tailor your trip to your interests, choosing from a variety of available excursions in each of the places we visit. In the pages that follow, you'll find opportunities to adapt the expedition at no additional cost. Some of these alternative options have limited space or require a minimum number of participants; reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. We can also arrange special experiences that are not featured in the itinerary, whether you'd like to go behind the scenes at a world-renowned museum, explore intriguing ruins off the beaten path, or set out on a challenging hike. If you have already visited or would like to skip one of the stops along the journey, we will look into arranging your visit to an alternative destination. For more information and to discuss your preferred itinerary, please contact us.
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The signature of our private jet expeditions is the extraordinary team of National Geographic Experts that travels with us—biologists, archaeologists, cultural experts, geographers, and photographers who interpret what we encounter on our journey. On this expedition, you might find yourself learning about the evolution of St. Petersburg alongside urban geographer Jan Nijman; or you could join National Geographic photographer Jay Dickman on a photo walk amid the ancient temples and Zen gardens of historic Kyoto. In every destination, our experts provide unique insights into the wonders of the north.
National Geographic opens doors around the globe. Our relationships with scientists, storytellers, museums, and active research sites allow us special access to places and people—including our own grantees, who we meet in the field whenever we can. Traveling with us, you’ll enjoy a host of specially arranged, exclusive experiences, from a dinner with government officials and community leaders in Mongolia to early entry at the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg.
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Over the past 132 years, we’ve sent our scientists, storytellers, and adventurers across continents and into remote cultures, down to the oceans’ depths and up the highest mountains in an effort to better understand our planet. National Geographic Expeditions grew from this legacy as a way to invite others to explore—to encounter the wonders of the world up close, in depth, right at the source, and to be transformed by the experience.
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GIVE BACK E X P L O R AT I O N H A P P E N S B E C A U S E O F YO U When you travel with us, you help further the work of our scientists, explorers, and educators around the world. Every year, we distribute a portion of our proceeds to the National Geographic Society, creating more opportunities to work toward a planet in balance. The Society awards more than 450 grants to changemakers around the world each year—people like Lucy Alice Hawkes, who is mapping out the details of the arctic tern migration, beginning with its nesting grounds in Iceland. These inspiring individuals are changing how we understand and interact with our planet—and helping to protect it for future generations. To learn more, visit natgeo.com/giveback.
YO U S U P P O R T L O C A L E C O N O M I E S A N D H A B I TAT S National Geographic Expeditions is committed to sustaining the character and integrity of each place we visit: its natural and cultural heritage, in addition to the well-being of its residents. We are identifying ways to minimize the environmental impact of our travel programs and are offsetting carbon emissions we cannot eliminate. We strive to support local economies in our choice of services, and we believe that the positive effects of sustainable travel go beyond immediate economic benefits, inspiring passionate stewards of our planet. N AT G E O E X P E D I T I O N S .C O M / P R I VAT E J E T | 1 - 8 8 8 - 2 2 7-7 2 6 5
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As we make our way from one extraordinary place to the next, a world-class team of National Geographic Experts will deepen our understanding of the diverse cultures we encounter and the spectacular sites we explore. Along with archaeologist and storyteller William Saturno and geographer Jan Nijman, we’ll be joined by National Geographic photographer Jay Dickman, who will share photography tips and techniques as we explore together, and present a slideshow of our adventures at the end of the trip. The private jet features a lecture system, allowing for engaging talks by our experts during flights.
JA N N I JM A N GEOGRAPHER A longtime professor of geography at University of Amsterdam, Jan Nijman is also a distinguished university professor in geosciences and the director of the Urban Studies Institute at Georgia State University. Jan has been affiliated with National Geographic for more than 15 years, as a member of the Society’s Committee for Research and Exploration and chair of its Global Exploration Fund in Northern Europe. The author of five books and more than a hundred other publications, his expertise is in urban and regional development and the history of world cities.
W I L L I A M S AT U R N O A R C H A E O L O G I S T A N D S T O RY T E L L E R National Geographic Explorer William Saturno is an archaeologist and storyteller specializing in early civilizations and the politics of imperial governments. A former NASA research scientist, he has conducted fieldwork around the globe—both on the ground and from space. In his quest to understand the circumstances that give rise to czars, khans, emperors, and ajaws, William weaves together archaeological and historical data derived from diverse lands from Scandinavian fjords to the deserts and grasslands of Eurasia, and Central American jungles.
J AY D I C K M A N P H OTO G R A P H E R Pulitzer Prize–winning photographer Jay Dickman has worked in photojournalism for more than 40 years, covering topics as diverse as the Salvadoran civil war, national political conventions, and the Olympics. Among his more than 25 assignments for National Geographic, Jay lived in a Stone Age village in Papua New Guinea and spent a week under the Arctic ice in a nuclear attack submarine. A popular and seasoned photography instructor, he also has published a best-selling guide called Perfect Digital Photography, as well as numerous articles for National Geographic magazine, TIME, Sports Illustrated, LIFE, and Forbes.
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S U P E R I O R S E R V I C E , S E A M L E S S T R AV E L A Boeing 757 jet has been specially outfitted for this incredible expedition. Its long-range capabilities and capacity to land at smaller airports afford us the flexibility to fly direct and avoid layovers—which in turn gives us the freedom to make the most of our experiences on land. The jet’s interior has been refitted to accommodate 57 travelers in a spacious two-by-two seating configuration, instead of the standard 233 seats. Each reclining, VIP-style seat is handcrafted from the finest European leather and equipped with a center console, leg rest, foldout footrest, and four-way adjustable headrest, offering supreme in-flight comfort as we travel between destinations.
E X P E D I T I O N S TA F F A N D C R E W Traveling with our National Geographic Experts is a talented expedition team—experienced travel experts who meticulously attend to logistical details and ensure your experience is truly exceptional. The flight crew is also specially selected for this trip, chosen for their dedication to safety, attention to detail, and first-rate hospitality.
EXPEDITION PHYSICIAN A physician accompanies our expedition and is on call 24 hours a day to provide or facilitate health care services.
EXPEDITION CHEF We travel with a dedicated expedition chef and caterer who design delectable meals inspired by local cuisine in the destinations we visit. They incorporate the freshest ingredients in a wide array of dishes, which are served with top-tier beverages, including fine wines, craft beers, and spirits.
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In St. Petersburg, our home is the splendid Belmond Grand Hotel Europe, a masterpiece of art nouveau design that first opened its doors in 1875. At the secluded Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto, encircling an 800-year-old pond garden, settle into your personal sanctuary with views of the Higashiyama Mountains. And in Mongolia’s Gobi, we’ll sleep like nomads amid handcrafted furnishings in the traditional gers of the Three Camel Lodge. We stay at some of the finest hotels and lodges in the world, selected for their exceptional guest service, splendid amenities, and convenient access to the places we explore. In more off-the-beatenpath locations, we have selected the best available accommodations to ensure your comfort. In many destinations, we have also arranged special dining experiences with traditional entertainment, providing a window into local cultures.
National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World is a collection of handpicked lodges that invite guests to experience the world's most treasured places while helping to protect them for generations to come. On this expedition, we stay at one of these lodges: Three Camel Lodge (pictured on page 12), a stunning camp in Mongolia's Gobi that features beautifully appointed traditional ger tents and an intimate look at nomadic life.
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Arrive in Seattle and transfer to our hotel for a welcome reception and dinner, where you will meet your fellow travelers and accompanying National Geographic Experts. The next day, depart for Japan and cross the international date line. We lose a day en route and arrive in Kyoto the following evening. Four Seasons Hotel Seattle
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Arrive in Kyoto, a former capital of imperial Japan. Explore historic Kyoto, where the ancient wooden temples and exquisite gardens have collectively been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the iconic Kinkakuji, or Golden Pavilion, and gaze at its gleaming reflection in the Mirror Pond as you wander the surrounding garden. Tread carefully across the famed nightingale floors of Nijo Castle, designed to give away intruding enemies. This impressive castle complex is one of the best surviving examples of palace architecture from Japan’s feudal era. Later, visit the Tenryuji temple for a private Zen meditation lesson. You'll then have the option to either share tea with a local family and learn about traditional Noh theater, or stroll through the iconic Sagano Bamboo Forest, listening to the sound of the stalks creaking in the wind. Gather for a dinner featuring world-class Japanese cuisine accompanied by a traditional maiko, or apprentice geisha, performance.
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Venture to ancient Nara and marvel at the 50-foot-tall Buddha statue in the soaring main hall of Todaiji temple, one of the largest wooden buildings in the world. Alternatively, explore Kyoto further, visiting the centuries-old Nishiki Market to sample fresh seafood and Japanese sweets, then learning techniques of Japanese cooking from a local chef. Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto
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Situated on the banks of the Tuul River amid rolling steppe, Ulaanbaatar was founded centuries ago as a transportable gathering place for nomadic Mongolian princes. Take a private charter flight to the Gobi and arrive at Three Camel Lodge, a National Geographic Unique Lodge of the World, where we’ll settle into traditional ger tents set amid sweeping plains. Hike into the desert to enjoy dramatic vistas and spot black-tailed gazelles and wild Bactrian camels. Follow in the footsteps of Genghis Khan on a walk along the mesmerizing Moltsog Els sand dunes, and meet for tea with a nomadic family to learn about their close relationship with this extreme environment. Venture between the towering canyon walls of Yol Valley, ride horseback across the steppe, or learn how to construct a ger. Visit the Flaming Cliffs, a spectacular sandstone escarpment that harbors a treasure trove of dinosaur fossils; then participate in a demonstration of the traditional sports of the Naadam festival. Join our National Geographic photographer on a sunset photo shoot to document this fantastic landscape ablaze in fiery shades of orange.
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Alternative: You may choose to remain in Ulaanbaatar and attend a special dinner with a government minister and a distinguished community leader. We’ll also visit the Gandantegchinlen Monastery, where monks live in accordance with the tenets of Tibetan Buddhism, and delve into history at the National Museum of Mongolia. Venture outside the city to GorkhiTerelj National Park and experience a traditional shaman ceremony to learn about the role of Buddhism in Mongolian life. Visit the Genghis Khan Statue Complex, meet with a local family to hear tales of nomadic life, and enjoy a traditional Mongolian musical performance over dinner. Three Camel Lodge or Shangri-La Hotel, Ulaanbaatar and Terelj Hotel
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At the confluence of the Angara and Irkut Rivers lies the city of Irkutsk, the administrative and cultural center of Siberia’s Irkutsk region. Founded as a winter camp for fur traders and miners in the 17th century, the city grew in importance after the construction of the Tran-Siberian Railroad and today is one of eastern Russia’s major economic centers. A tour takes us to the baroque-style Church of the Savior and the World War II Memorial of the Eternal Flame. Then we’ll step back in time at the Decembrist Museum, featuring two manor houses meticulously restored to the period following the 1825 Decembrist Revolt, when Russian artists, military officers, and aristocrats were exiled to Siberia and initiated Irkutsk’s artistic and intellectual renaissance. Travel to Listvyanka and embark on a private cruise across the glassy waters of Lake Baikal, the largest freshwater lake in the world by volume. At over a mile deep, the lake holds about one fifth of the world’s unfrozen fresh water—more than the North American Great Lakes combined. Baikal is also home to many species of flora and fauna that exist nowhere else in the world, including the Baikal seal, or nerpa— the only species of freshwater seal. Savor a hearty barbeque lunch on shore accompanied by a folklore performance. Return to Irkutsk by way of a historic Trans-Siberian steam train, followed by a private hydrofoil trip up the Angara River. Courtyard by Marriott Irkutsk City Center
YO U R T R I P M A K E S A D I F F E R E N C E The National Geographic Society funds research, conservation, and exploration, including a study on the evolution of freshwater fauna in Lake Baikal, the oldest and deepest lake in the world.
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Since its founding in 1703 by Peter the Great, St. Petersburg has held a place as one of the world’s great cities—an epicenter of imperial splendor, revolutionary fervor, and artistic innovation. Here, we’ll see the golddomed St. Isaac’s Cathedral, and discover treasures of Russian fine art at the State Russian Museum or tour the Church of Our Savior on the Spilled Blood. Step into the Peter and Paul Fortress, explore the world’s largest collection of Carl Fabergé works—including his famed eggs—at the Fabergé Museum, or visit the Museum of Political History of Russia for a primer on contemporary Russian politics. Travel by private hydrofoil to Peterhof, a series of seafront palaces and gardens known as the Russian Versailles. Tour the red-roofed Monplaisir Palace, a favorite residence of Peter the Great; then see the iconic Grand Cascade, a magnificent series of gilded fountains, and enjoy a special opportunity to step inside the heart of the structure to view its complex mechanics. We’ll also enjoy an evening visit to the magnificent Catherine Palace, commissioned by Peter the Great for his wife, Catherine. Tour the spectacular Amber Room, and ramble through the vast formal gardens of Catherine Park, dotted with sculptures and historic monuments.
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Our group will gain an exclusive, early entrance to the State Hermitage Museum, housed in the spectacular Winter Palace. Highlights include the grand Twenty-Column Hall, the famous Venus of Tauride, and countless works by European masters. During our time in St. Petersburg, we’ll also be treated to a myriad of special dining experiences, including a private ballet performance and gala dinner in the lavish Yusupov Palace, as well as a dinner at a traditional dacha (rural cottage) or a curated literary- or Soviet-themed experience. Belmond Grand Hotel Europe
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Our next stop is the Norwegian port of Bergen, once the center of a bustling maritime economy ruled by the powerful Hanseatic League. Today, this colorful city is more commonly known as the gateway to Norway’s world-famous fjords. Set out on a walking tour of the World Heritage–listed Bryggen, choosing to cap off your exploration of this historic wharf with one of three available experiences: a visit to the Hanseatic Museum, a wander through the bustling waterfront fish market, or a funicular ride to the top of Mount Fløyen for unparalleled views of the cityscape and coastal fjords. In the evening, we’ll enjoy a private piano concert at our stunning heritage hotel.
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The next day gather for a cruise across Hardangerfjorden, one of the region’s most breathtaking fjords. As we glide along mirror-like waters, gaze up at towering cliffs laced with waterfalls, and spot historic fishing villages along the shoreline. Our destination is the private island of Vestre Steinsundholmen, home to a family of fishermen who provide seafood to Michelin-starred restaurants across the globe. Tour the property, then taste the daily catch at a special lunch. After returning to Bergen, you’ll have the option to visit the KODE Art Museums or explore Troldhaugen, the former home of famed composer Edvard Grieg. Or, if you wish, take some time to explore this delightful city at your own pace. Opus XVI
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YO U R T R I P M A K E S A D I F F E R E N C E The National Geographic Society funds research, conservation, and exploration, including the work of Jørn Hurum, a vertebrate paleontologist studying ancient life forms on the Svalbard archipelago to understand the history of life and why humans are here today.
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Founded by Viking settlers in the ninth century, Reykjavík is the world’s northernmost capital. Tour the historic district, characterized by colorful timber houses and overlooked by the distinctive Hallgrímskirkja Church, visible from almost every part of the city. On a daylong tour of the celebrated Golden Circle, visit the Geysir geothermal area to glimpse signs of the volatile activity occurring deep underneath the island. Hear the roar of the Gullfoss waterfall, then explore Thingvellir National Park, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates meet at the deep fissure of the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Thingvellir is also the ancient gathering place of the Althing, the oldest democratically elected parliament still in operation today. Choose to soak in the mineral-rich, geothermal waters of the famed Blue Lagoon, or opt to venture into the mouth of the dormant Thrihnukagigur volcano and descend alongside expert guides to the floor of the vast magma chamber. Alternatively, visit an Icelandic horse farm and learn training techniques before heading out on a trail ride over the vast rolling hills outside of Reykjavík. Afterward, join the farmers for lunch and share stories over home-cooked Icelandic fare. Reykjavik Konsulat Hotel, Curio Collection By Hilton
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Our next stop is Kangerlussuaq in western Greenland, a small village founded in 1941 as a U.S. Air Force base and designated as part of the early warning network to detect incoming Soviet bombers during the Cold War. Continue by private charter flight to Ilulissat, where the population of sled dogs is near equal to that of humans. Houses painted in every color of the rainbow cluster around the base of soaring gray mountains at the mouth of the Ilulissat Icefjord, a World Heritage site. Cruise among fantastically sculpted icebergs in Disko Bay, and go flightseeing over the Jakobshavn Glacier to witness the precipitous calving front of one of the fastest and most active glaciers in the world. Follow a wooden boardwalk over the heath to a viewpoint situated directly north of the glacier, offering spectacular views of the icy expanse. Explore the site where the ancient settlement of Sermermiut once stood. Hotel Arctic
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Fly to Boston and celebrate your adventure with a farewell dinner. The next day, connect with your commercial flight home. Four Seasons Hotel Boston
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June 25–July 16, 2021
COST
$92,595
Price is per person, double occupancy. For a single room, add $9,250. Transportation by private Boeing 757 jet and other conveyance, as noted in the itinerary, is included in the expedition cost. Airfare to Seattle, Washington and return from Boston, Massachusetts is not included. For your protection, all payments are protected by a surety bond. This trip will be operated by National Geographic Partners Chicago, the tour operations branch of National Geographic, on flights operated by Icelandair. See the Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions for more information.
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Stephen F. Cunha, Author, Educator, Geographer Jan Nijman, Geographer Nevada Wier, National Geographic Photographer Visit our website to view the detailed itinerary and expert biographies for this departure. This trip will be operated by National Geographic Partners Chicago, the tour operations branch of National Geographic, on flights operated by Icelandair.
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A RO UND THE WORL D BY PR IVATE JET: TH E NO RT HER N RO U T E INSTRUCTIONS Please read the following information carefully. By registering for an “Expedition” (as defined herein), the participant (“Participant”) agrees to the Responsibility Statement and OperatorParticipant Contract and Terms and Conditions below (the “Agreement”). In order to secure a reservation on the Expedition, the Participant must indicate his/her acceptance of the terms of the Agreement by signing the Knowing and Voluntary Execution of Responsibility Statement and Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions, and pay a deposit. RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT National Geographic Expeditions (a division of National Geographic Partners, LLC and its subsidiary Global Adrenaline, LLC, located at 1880 Oak Avenue, Suite 100, Evanston, Illinois 60201) is the principal and is responsible for providing the Around the World by Private Jet: The Northern Route expedition as outlined in its catalog and on its website (natgeoexpeditions.com) (“Expedition”). All transportation carriers, hotels, ground operators, medical providers, and other suppliers of services connected with specific Expeditions (“Other Providers”) are not agents or employees of National Geographic Expeditions but are independent contractors over whom National Geographic Expeditions has no control. The Other Providers are solely responsible and liable for providing their respective services. The passenger tickets in use by the carriers will constitute the sole contract between the carriers and the Participant; the carriers are not responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time the Participant is not aboard their conveyances. National Geographic Partners, LLC, its parent, subsidiaries (including Global Adrenaline, LLC), and their respective employees, affiliates, officers, directors, successors, representatives, and assigns (collectively “National Geographic”) will not be held liable for: (A) unless negligent, any damage to, or loss of, property, or injury to, or death of, persons occasioned directly or indirectly by an act or omission of any Other Provider, including but not limited to any defect in any aircraft, watercraft, or vehicle operated or provided by such Other Provider; (B) any loss or damage due to delay, cancellation, or disruption in any manner caused by the laws, regulations, acts or failures to act, demands, orders, or interpositions of any government or any subdivision or agent thereof, or by acts of God, strikes, fire, flood, war, rebellion, terrorism, insurrection, sickness, quarantine, epidemics, theft, or any other cause(s) beyond their control; and (C) any and all claims, actions, or losses for bodily injury, property damage, wrongful death, loss of services, lost profits, consequential, exemplary, indirect or punitive damages, or otherwise which may arise out of or occur during the Participant’s travel in connection with the Expedition. The Participant waives any claim against National Geographic for any such loss, damage, injury, or death, including any right to seek consequential, punitive, or exemplary damages against National Geographic for any reason whatsoever, except as expressly provided for herein. National Geographic shall not be liable for any air carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket. National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right in its sole discretion to accept, decline to accept, or remove the Participant on or from an Expedition if National Geographic Expeditions judges the Participant to be incapable of meeting the rigors and requirements of participating in the Expedition, or judges the Participant’s actions to be unsuitable for group travel. In recognition of the inherent risk of the travels and related activities in which the Participant is intending to engage, the Participant willingly and voluntarily assumes full responsibility for any injury, loss, or damage suffered by or caused by the Participant. National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right, without penalty, to make changes in the published Expedition itinerary whenever, in its judgment, conditions warrant or if it deems it necessary for the comfort, convenience, or safety of the participants. National Geographic will not be liable for any air carrier's cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket to or from the Participant's Expedition departure city. Baggage and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the Participant. OPERATOR-PARTICIPANT CONTRACT AND TERMS AND CONDITIONS EXPEDITION PRICE: $92,595 per person (double occupancy) with a $9,250 single supplement. BASIS OF RATES: All prices are based on two persons sharing a room, unless otherwise noted. All prices and fares are quoted in U.S. dollars. The rates are based on tariffs, currency values, airfares, and third-party charges as of catalog publication date and are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. While National Geographic Expeditions will do everything possible to maintain the listed prices, if it is necessary to levy a surcharge, National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to do so and will notify the Participant at the time of final invoicing. See ITINERARY CHANGES below for surcharges resulting from Major Change. RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENTS: To reserve a place on the Expedition, a deposit of $5,000 per person and a signed acknowledgement of this Responsibility Statement and Operator-Participant Contract and Terms and Conditions is required. The deposit may be made by check, wire transfer, or major credit card. Payment instructions will be shared with the Participant by National Geographic Expeditions upon initial contact. Call toll-free 1-888-227-7265 or 1-312-757-5233 to make your reservation. The second payment of $20,000 per person and final payment are payable by check or wire transfer only. The second payment is due October 28, 2020. Final payment is due February 25, 2021. Payment instructions for the second and final payments will be included with each invoice. With the Participant’s authorization, if the Expedition is fully booked when a Participant’s reservation request is received, National Geographic Expeditions can collect the deposit and place the Participant’s name on a waiting list in the event other participants cancel their reservations. Even if the Participant authorizes National Geographic Expeditions to put his/her name on a waiting list and collect his/her deposit, National Geographic Expeditions will notify the Participant within seven days if the Expedition is still fully booked. SECURITY AGREEMENT: Participant's payments are protected by a surety bond #015201478 issued by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, 175 Berkeley Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02116 (the “Security Agreement”). Any claims against this Security Agreement must be filed with National Geographic Expeditions or Liberty Mutual Insurance Company within 60 days of the termination of the Expedition. After that time, National Geographic Expeditions and Liberty Mutual Insurance Company will be released from liability under the Security Agreement.
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WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: A privately chartered Boeing 757 that departs from Seattle, WA, and returns to Boston, MA, as indicated in the Expedition itinerary. Deluxe or best available accommodations and all applicable taxes in the destinations and options as indicated in the catalog or on the website, from arrival at the first hotel through departure from the last hotel. All meals beginning with dinner on the first night of the Expedition and ending with breakfast on the last morning of the Expedition. All taxes; airport transfers at the beginning and end of the Expedition; group transportation; excursions; special events and activities; extensive program of options at most destinations; enrichment program, including lectures by a team of experts; services of professional staff, including an Expedition Physician; amenities package; $50,000 medical evacuation insurance (which includes minimal accident/sickness/baggage insurance) for covered reasons; bottled or potable water throughout the Expedition (during sightseeing, at scheduled meals, and in the Participant’s room); all beverages, including liquor, aboard the private jet; liquor during special events and cocktail parties on land; house wine and/ or beer at lunch and dinner; nonalcoholic beverages at all scheduled meals on land; baggage handling during the Expedition; Internet access in hotels, where available; and tips or gratuities to Expedition staff, private jet crew, local guides, drivers, porters, and waitstaff. Any tips or gratuities not specifically mentioned as included in the total Expedition price will be at the Participant’s discretion. No refund will be made for any accommodations or services included in the Expedition price that the Participant voluntarily does not use. The exact Expedition itinerary, name and location of hotels, length of stay at each hotel, and other ground accommodations and services are set forth in the Expedition itinerary, which is by this reference expressly incorporated into this Agreement. WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE PRICE: Commercial airfare from the Participant’s home city to Seattle, WA, and from Boston, MA, to the Participant’s home city; optional and additional accident/baggage/cancellation insurance; passport and visa fees; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, and fax fees; all beverages not mentioned above as included; hotel minibar charges; meals not scheduled by National Geographic Expeditions; any tips or gratuities not specifically mentioned as included in the total Expedition price; cost of pre-trip inoculations obtained as a condition of participating in the Expedition; personal medications; and any medical expenses, medical evacuation, hospitalization, or other emergency medical service not supplied by an Expedition Physician or covered by the provided medical evacuation insurance. SINGLE/SHARED ACCOMMODATIONS AND SUITE UPGRADES: A limited number of single rooms are available at an extra cost on a first-come, first-served basis. National Geographic Expeditions will make reasonable efforts to assist persons requesting a roommate. Participants will be notified if a suitable roommate is found. If a roommate is not confirmed, the single rate will be charged. Suite rooms are available in some destinations; more information about them, including their extra costs, will be sent to the Participant in the months before departure. ELIGIBILITY: Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the entire Expedition. Some Expedition itineraries have minimum age requirements—call for more information. All Participants are expected to be comfortable traveling as part of a group and ready to experience cultural differences with grace. CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS: If the Participant cancels his/her reservation or changes his/ her plans, the Participant’s right to receive a refund is limited, as described in the following schedule. All requests for refunds must be sent to National Geographic Expeditions in writing via mail, fax, or email. All cancellations will become effective as of the date of the postmark or email receipt. If the Participant’s notice is received... The Participant will receive a refund of all deposits less a... On or before June 25, 2020 $2,500 per-person cancellation fee. From June 26, 2020 to October 28, 2020 $5,000 per-person cancellation fee. From October 29, 2020 to December 27, 2020 $15,000 per-person cancellation fee. From December 28, 2020 to February 25, 2021 $25,000 per-person cancellation fee. On or after February 26, 2021 No refund. Refunds will be processed in the manner in which payment was received within 14 days of receipt of the Participant’s notice of cancellation. Leaving an Expedition in progress, for any reason whatsoever, will not result in a refund, and no refunds will be made for any unused portions of an Expedition. If the Participant cancels and provides a substitute participant for the Expedition, the Participant will receive from National Geographic Expeditions a full refund of money paid toward the price once the substitute participant has paid in full. A Participant who paid the deposit by credit card shall have a right to a full refund until this Agreement is signed. Please note that the costs for visas, commercial air tickets, insurance, suite upgrades, and pre- or post-Expedition independent arrangements may not be refundable. ITINERARY CHANGES: The Expedition itinerary and staff presented in the catalog or on the website are subject to modification and change by National Geographic Expeditions. Every reasonable effort will be made to operate the Expedition as planned, but alterations may still occur after final itineraries are sent. In addition, should unforeseen world events or conditions require the Expedition itinerary to be altered, National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to do so for the safety and best interest of the group. National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to cancel any Expedition in the event inadequate enrollment makes the Expedition economically infeasible to operate, except as provided below. In such a case, National Geographic Expeditions will provide the Participant with a full refund of the monies paid to National Geographic Expeditions for the Expedition. National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to cancel a trip for any reason, provided National Geographic Expeditions notifies you in writing within seven days after the cancellation occurs, but no later than 10 days before the scheduled departure date. A full refund will be made within 14 days after such cancellation. National Geographic Expeditions will not cancel an Expedition less than 10 days before departure, except for circumstances that make it physically impossible to perform the Expedition. If such a circumstance occurs, National Geographic Expeditions will notify you as soon as possible; and if the trip is canceled, National Geographic Expeditions will refund all monies within 14 days. If National Geographic Expeditions makes a pre-departure “Major Change” to a trip, you may cancel up to 24 hours before departure and receive a full refund within 14 days after cancellation. Only the following constitute “Major Changes:” (i) a change in the departure or return date unless the change results from a flight delay experienced by the air carrier, although a delay of longer than 48 hours will always be considered a “Major Change;” (ii) a change in the origin or destination city; or (iii) a price increase of more than 10 percent occurring 10 or more days before departure. If a “Major Change”
O P E RATOR- PA RTICI PANT CONTRACT AND TER M S AN D CO N DI T I O N S occurs, National Geographic Expeditions will notify you within seven days after learning of the change but at least 10 days before the scheduled departure. If National Geographic Expeditions first knows of the “Major Change” less than 10 days before departure, National Geographic Expeditions will notify you as soon as possible. If a “Major Change” which you are unwilling to accept occurs after your initial outbound flight has been completed, National Geographic Expeditions will refund, within 14 days after your scheduled return day, that portion of your payment which applies to the service not provided. NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION: Participants are responsible for obtaining any documents required for their participation in the Expedition prior to the trip, such as a valid passport, all visas, vaccination certificates, completed Physician Approval for Travel forms, and any other documents. To participate in the Expedition, visas and/or entry permits may be required for some countries. Acquiring visas and/or entry permits is the responsibility of the Participant. Failure to obtain necessary documents does not negate the Terms and Conditions, and any extra costs incurred for rerouting a Participant due to travel without the necessary document will be the Participant’s responsibility. National Geographic Expeditions will provide information on the necessary visas and/or entry permits in pre-departure documents; provided that National Geographic Expeditions does so for informational purposes only. Participant must verify the travel documents required for his/her travel. National Geographic Expeditions is not liable for any damages resulting from Participant’s reliance on advice provided by National Geographic Expeditions regarding travel document requirements. BAGGAGE: On the private jet, the Participant is limited to 90 pounds of checked baggage in two bags (one bag of the Participant’s choice limited to 50 pounds and one wheeled bag that National Geographic Expeditions will send to the Participant ahead of time for use on the Expedition limited to 40 pounds), plus a few smaller carry-on items like a backpack and/ or camera. In certain countries, participants may fly on private light aircraft. Due to weight restrictions on these flights, the Participant will only be allowed one bag, provided to the Participant by National Geographic Expeditions, plus his/her carry-on luggage (including camera equipment). For international flights, the air carrier’s liability is limited to the actual value of the baggage but not more than 1,288 Special Drawing Rights, approximately $1,777 per participant, unless a higher value is declared at the time of check in and an appropriate excess valuation charge is paid. Baggage, when not handled by National Geographic Expeditions, and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the Participant. AIRCRAFT: The private jet flights will be performed using a Boeing 757 jet with 62 VIP-style seats. The air carrier for the Expedition will be Icelandair, Reykjavíkurflugvöllur, IS-101 Reykjavík, Iceland. National Geographic Expeditions and the air carrier reserve the right to substitute equivalent aircraft or scheduled service, if necessary. Participants who actually travel on scheduled service will receive only the protections applicable to such scheduled service. The Participant’s Expedition itinerary may include flights on smaller aircraft operated by local approved airline carriers. Seating on these aircraft will be economy or economy with limited business seats, based upon the configuration of the aircraft. INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS: The operation of these flights is subject to the foreign governments involved granting landing rights for the flight. If the air carrier cannot obtain these rights for any particular flight leg of the Expedition, that flight leg will be canceled and alternative arrangements may be made at the discretion of National Geographic Expeditions. Alternatively, the Participant may cancel his/her reservation and receive a full refund if a flight leg is cancelled prior to first departure, or a refund of the unused itinerary if a flight leg is cancelled after first departure. COMMERCIAL AIRFARE: National Geographic Expeditions may be able to assist the Participant in reserving commercial flights from his/her home city to Seattle, WA, and from Boston, MA, to his/her home city, in the class of service that the Participant prefers. Please ask for details. INSURANCE: National Geographic Expeditions strongly recommends trip-cancellation, health, and accident insurance, which is available at an additional cost. For more information about and to enroll in an option available through Travel Insurance Services, visit the “Travel Insurance” section of National Geographic Expeditions’ website at natgeoexpeditions.com. Insurance premium payments are subject to the policies of the insurance carrier. The Participant certifies that either: (i) the Participant has health insurance which will cover personal accidents, medical expenses, medical evacuation, air ambulance, loss of effects, repatriation costs and all other expenses which might arise as a result of loss, damage, injury, delay or inconvenience occurring to the Participant; or (ii) the Participant agrees to pay all costs of rescue and/or medical services that may be incurred on the Participant’s behalf. HEALTH ACCOMMODATIONS: National Geographic Expeditions welcomes travelers with disabilities on all of its trips. However, not all trips may be suitable for all travelers, and certain activities may present challenges for Participants with limited mobility, stamina or endurance concerns, or other types of disabilities or special needs. For Expeditions with destinations outside the United States, any physical condition, diet, or treatment requiring special attention must be reported in writing when the reservation is made so that National Geographic Expeditions can determine whether or not reasonable accommodations are available. Walking and climbing stairs are required on most excursions, at many destinations and hotels, and to board and disembark aircraft at many airports. Boarding assistance will be provided at all U.S. airports, the first foreign airport after departure from the United States, and the last foreign airport before arrival in the United States, as provided by Part 382 of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s rules, but other airports may not provide assistance. If the Participant cannot participate in the Expedition at a reasonable pace, or requires extra assistance, arrangements may be made for private touring at each destination, if necessary, at the discretion of our Expedition staff. Depending upon the nature of the arrangements, extra costs for such arrangements will be the responsibility of the Participant. If any Participant would like to forgo some of the scheduled sightseeing to rejuvenate and relax, he/she may feel free to do so at any time. Please call National Geographic Expeditions for further details if you require reasonable accommodation to participate on this Expedition.
Participant understands and agrees that Expedition Physician is not an agent or employee of National Geographic Expeditions. As a condition of participation in the Expedition, the Participant must obtain his/her personal physician’s approval to join this Expedition. National Geographic Expeditions will send the Participant a Physician Approval for Travel form for his/her personal physician to complete. The completed form should be submitted directly to the Expedition Physician at the address provided on the form. The Participant understands and agrees that Expedition Physician may share information from the completed form with National Geographic Expeditions. For the latest recommendations on specific health precautions for the areas visited, the Participant should consult his/her physician and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. MEDICAL EMERGENCIES: The Participant agrees that, should the Participant (i) experience any injury or illness while participating in the Expedition and (ii) become incapacitated such that he/she is unable to direct his/her own care, then National Geographic Expeditions may, in its discretion, rely on the direction of: Participant’s travelling companion, if any; Participant’s emergency contact; an Expedition Physician; or other Expedition staff, to authorize any necessary medical treatment including, but not limited to: X-ray, examination, anesthetic, medical or surgical diagnosis, or treatment and hospital care. Such treatment is to be rendered under the general or specific supervision of a physician licensed in the United States or, if in a foreign country and no U.S.-licensed physician is reasonably available, a duly licensed physician. In the event of any emergency, medical or otherwise, the Participant authorizes National Geographic Expeditions and the Expedition Physician to release any information necessary to obtain medical or other emergency services to any person providing such services. The information that may be released includes, without limitation, the information set forth on the Physician Approval for Travel form submitted by Participant. PHOTOGRAPHY: National Geographic Expeditions reserves the right to take photographs or videos during the operation of any Expedition or part thereof and to use the resulting photography, videos, or recordings for promotional or commercial use. By making a reservation on the Expedition, the Participant agrees to allow his/her likeness to be used by National Geographic and National Geographic–authorized third parties without compensation to the Participant. If the Participant prefers that his/her likeness not be used, he/she must notify National Geographic Expeditions in writing prior to departure of the Expedition. Copyright of all photographs, video, and related materials created by the Participant (“Expedition Materials”) will belong to the Participant upon creation. The Participant grants to National Geographic a nonexclusive, worldwide, irrevocable license to use any Expedition Materials provided to National Geographic in any media for the following limited purposes: editorial use, promotion of this editorial use, promotion of National Geographic’s travel programs, or promotion of the mission of National Geographic. ASSUMPTION OF RISK: By registering for an Expedition, the Participant acknowledges that he/ she is aware that travel such as on the Expedition he/she is undertaking involves potentially dangerous activities, some in remote areas of the world, with a risk of illness, injury, or death which may be caused by forces of nature, illness, or by willful or criminal conduct of third parties or by terrorism. The Participant further acknowledges that weather conditions may be severe, adverse, and/or unpleasant and that medical services or facilities may not be readily available or accessible or consistent with standards in the United States during some or all of the time during which he/she is participating on the Expedition, and that when available may not be of the quality which exists in the United States. ARBITRATION AGREEMENT: Arbitration Agreement policy and process is available at natgeoexpeditions.com/terms. PRIVACY POLICY: National Geographic Expeditions’ privacy policy can be found at nationalgeographic.com/community/privacy/. MAILING LIST: To update a mailing address, notify National Geographic Expeditions of duplicate catalogs, or to be removed from future National Geographic Expeditions mailings, please call toll-free 1-888-227-7265. OTHER: The applicable Terms and Conditions may vary from those listed above based upon the specific Expedition selected by the Participant. A copy of the final Terms and Conditions applicable to each Participant will be provided at the time of booking. If a court of competent jurisdiction or an arbitrator holds that any provision is invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity will not affect the validity or operation of any other provision and such invalid provision will be deemed to be severed from this Agreement. COMPLETE TERMS: For the most complete and up-to-date Terms and Conditions, please see natgeoexpeditions.com/terms. © 2020 National Geographic Partners, LLC NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EXPEDITIONS and the Yellow Border Design are trademarks of the National Geographic Society, used under license. CST 2074630-40 Recycled Paper
PHYSICIAN APPROVAL FOR TRAVEL: National Geographic Expeditions has engaged an independent physician group to staff the Expedition with a U.S.-licensed physician (“Expedition Physician”). The Expedition Physician assists National Geographic Expeditions with determining whether an individual may be able to/ought to participate in the Expedition, and is available to Participants to provide professional medical services during the trip. The
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