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Antarctica Direct: Fly the Drake Passage

SPECIAL GROUP SAVINGS: Save 5% on cabin fare when traveling with the California Alumni Association/Cal Discoveries Travel on this departure (conditions apply).Experience the wild grandeur of the White Continent on this new itinerary, bypass the traditional Drake Passage crossing on a two-hour flight to and from Antarctica, and discover all of the highlights without sacrificing the extra time. Travel with a diverse team of experts aboard our intimately scaled National Geographic Explorer, purpose-built for polar exploration. Venture into channels and coves framed by towering peaks. Watch for whales off the bow; Zodiac cruise around enormous icebergs; and hike, kayak, and even possibly cross-country ski or snow-shoe in complete tranquility. Choose an active agenda or surrender to the pleasures of relaxing downtime and shipboard camaraderie.

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Around the World by Private Jet

Step aboard a private Boeing 767 jet for an extraordinary journey that links some of the world’s most iconic landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage sites in one seamless itinerary. From ancient stone circles and pharaonic pyramids to rose-red cities, luminous temples and soaring mosques, this uniquely curated tour pairs expert guidance with unforgettable on-the-ground experiences that illuminate humankind’s greatest achievements.

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Solar Eclipse Cruise: Italy & Malta

Experience a total solar eclipse at sea, conditions permitting, on this unforgettable Mediterranean voyage. Begin with one night in Rome, then sail aboard the exclusively chartered Wind Spirit to Sicily and Malta, exploring storied destinations including Palermo, Trapani, Valletta, Gozo, and Taormina through enriching excursions and expert insights. The journey’s extraordinary highlight: witnessing one of nature’s most awe-inspiring spectacles from the open sea, where wide horizons offer an ideal eclipse-viewing setting.NOTE: This itinerary is designed first and foremost as a journey of cultural immersion and destination-focused learning, with eclipse viewing included as a special highlight.

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Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea

Cover five extraordinary countries around the Baltic Sea on a culturally rich voyage aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe World Navigator. Sail between Scandinavia and the Baltic states as you wander nearly unchanged medieval districts, admire bold Art Nouveau façades, explore evocative WWII and Cold War sites, and enjoy romantic harbors and parks that inspired composers and reformers alike. Throughout, take in centuries of layered history and architecture while enjoying the comfort and ease of small-ship cruising.

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Journey to Southern Africa: Luxury Safaris, Rovos Rail & Cape Town

Travel into the heart of southern Africa on an exceptional journey that links vibrant cities, powerful historic sites, dramatic landscapes, and world-class wildlife. From cosmopolitan Cape Town and poignant Robben Island to thundering Victoria Falls, a refined Rovos Rail journey, and safari days in Zimbabwe and Botswana, encounter the raw beauty and remarkable diversity of South Africa’s most storied regions.

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Machu Picchu to the Galapagos

Experience two of South America’s most extraordinary treasures on a small-group journey that pairs the enigmatic Inca citadel of Machu Picchu with the remarkable biodiversity of the Galápagos Islands. Trace the legacy of ancient civilizations in Peru, then encounter iconic wildlife up close in Darwin’s famed “living laboratory” during an immersive, island-based stay.

sleeping koala bear Sleeping koala in the Featherdale Wildlife Park in Sydney

Exploring Australia & New Zealand

Travel across the Lands Down Under on a small-group journey that links Australia’s iconic landscapes and harbor cities with New Zealand’s soaring peaks and fjords. From Sydney’s glittering waterfront and sacred Uluru to the Great Barrier Reef, Mount Cook, Milford Sound, Rotorua, Queenstown, and Auckland, take in a remarkable range of natural wonders and Indigenous cultures in one sweeping itinerary.

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Classic Safari: Kenya and Tanzania

Experience the magic of safari in two of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife regions as you travel with a small group through Kenya and Tanzania. From sweeping grasslands to volcanic highlands, encounter iconic species, ancient landscapes, and Masai homelands while staying in comfortable, well-situated lodges close to the action.

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Singapore to Bali: Voyage Across the Java Sea

Travel from sleek, cosmopolitan Singapore to the lush rainforests of Borneo and the island worlds of Indonesia on this incomparable adventure. Begin with two nights in Singapore before boarding the deluxe Ponant small ship Le Jacques Cartier for a 9-night cruise through one of the planet’s most biodiverse regions, then conclude with two nights in Bali. Along the way, look for rare wildlife in tropical habitats, walk amid Komodo dragons, explore busy ports and quiet villages, and encounter a rich mosaic of cultures, crafts and traditions.

Gentoo penguins in a line on a rock over icy water Gentoo penguins returning by single file in Peterman Island, Antarctica. Photo credit: Ralph Lee Hopkins

Antarctica: Sail and Fly the Drake Passage

SPECIAL GROUP SAVINGS: Save 5% on cabin fare when traveling with the California Alumni Association/Cal Discoveries Travel on this departure (conditions apply). Experience the wild grandeur of Antarctica on an itinerary designed for efficiency and immersion. Cruise the legendary Drake Passage one way, then return via a swift two-hour flight, allowing more time amid the ice and wildlife of the White Continent. Aboard the National Geographic Explorer, the definitive expedition ship, explore towering peaks, sculpted icebergs, and tranquil coves in the company of an expert expedition team.

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Fiji & Polynesia by Sea: A South Pacific Odyssey

Sail into the heart of the South Pacific on a captivating 10-night voyage aboard the Heritage Adventurer, exploring the breathtaking islands of Fiji and Polynesia. From vibrant Nadi to the remote French territories of Wallis and Futuna, and on to Samoa’s lush isles of Apia and Savaiʻi and Tonga’s enchanting Vavaʻu and pristine Fulaga, this small-ship journey blends spectacular natural beauty with rich cultural traditions and warm island hospitality.

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Arctic Circle Cruise

Journey into the Far North on a once-in-a-lifetime Arctic expedition that combines luxurious small-ship cruising with unforgettable polar landscapes and the glow of the midnight sun. From Reykjavík to the remote shores of Greenland and Norway’s Svalbard archipelago, encounter dramatic icy coastlines, abundant wildlife, and awe-inspiring panoramas at the top of the world.

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