by Lacey Pfalz
Last updated: 12:15 PM ET, Tue June 4, 2024
National Geographic Expeditions launched three new itineraries to Australia, Portugal and the Azores and Sri Lanka for 2025, each available to book now as part of the Signature Land portfolio.
Each Signature Land trip has a National Geographic Expert offering specialized perspectives from conservation to photography to archaeology and beyond, offering in-depth insights into the places and cultures they visit.
"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."
Australia: Reefs, Rainforests and Wild Tasmania
Travelers heading on the new 11-day Australia: Reefs, Rainforests and Wild Tasmania itinerary will enjoy visiting the Great Barrier Reef, visiting Tasmania, observing native wildlife including fairy penguins at the Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary, trek with Aboriginal guides at the Daintree Rainforest and visiting the UNESCO-designated Sydney Opera House and Port Arthur Australian Convict Site.
Portugal and the Azores: Explorers, Ecological Wonders and Epicurean Delights
Travelers will love combining their love for exploration with their love of food with the 10-day Portugal and the Azores: Explorers, Ecological Wonders and Epicurean Delights itinerary. It takes them to five UNESCO World Heritage Sites across Portugal, including the Douro Valley and Porto, before heading to São Miguel Island to visit its gardens, Sete Cidades natural protected area and a whale watching tour.
Sri Lanka: Wildlife and Wonders of the Spice Island
Travelers will love encountering Sri Lanka’s 3,000-year history with the 11-day Sri Lanka: Wildlife and Wonders of the Spice Island expedition. Guests can enjoy visiting six UNESCO World Heritage Sites, like Sigiriya Rock Fortress, touring a primate research station, discovering Oceanswell, visiting cinnamon and tea plantations, taking a safari drive in Yala National Park and more.
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