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National Geographic Expeditions Launches Three New Itineraries for 2025

Jun 04, 2024
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The new Australia: Reefs, Rainforests and Wild Tasmania itinerary includes some time in Sydney.
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National Geographic Expeditions has introduced three new immersive travel experiences for 2025, exploring Australia, Sri Lanka and Portugal and the Azores. Each tour is led by National Geographic Experts who provide specialized knowledge.

The 11-day "Australia: Reefs, Rainforests and Wild Tasmania" itinerary will allow guests to marvel at the Great Barrier Reef, observe indigenous wildlife like fairy penguins and learn about aboriginal cultures while trekking with guides in the Daintree Rainforest. Time exploring Sydney is also included.

The 10-day "Portugal and the Azores: Explorers, Ecological Wonders and Epicurean Delights" tour will visit five UNESCO sites and will deliver guests to vineyards for wine tastings. Kayaking the Douro Valley and a flight to Sao Miguel Island in the Azores for whale watching and a discussion with a marine biologist are part of the adventure as well.

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Finally, the 11-day "Sri Lanka: Wildlife and Wonders of the Spice Island" expedition features six UNESCO sites, including the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Guests will tour a primate research station, visit a National Geographic-supported marine foundation run by Explorer Dr. Asha de Vos, go on safari drives and experience elements of Sri Lankan culture, such as a clay pot cooking class.

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“We are thrilled to introduce travelers to three new and exciting National Geographic Expeditions itineraries to Australia, Portugal and the Azores, and Sri Lanka,” said Nancy Schumacher, senior vice president and general manager, National Geographic Expeditions. “These immersive experiences will provide our guests with special access as we tour breathtaking landscapes and observe wildlife, while also learning from Experts and naturalists. With National Geographic Expeditions, travelers can be assured they are joining an extraordinary legacy of global exploration.”

Bookings for the three new itineraries opened on June 4. More details can be found online.

Editor's Note: This article was generated by AI, based on a press release distributed by National Geographic Expeditions. It was reviewed by a TravelAge West editor.

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