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European Odyssey

  • 17 days aboard the National Geographic Explorer
  • Voyage from Copenhagen to Lisbon by way of Normandy, Bilbao, Oporto and more
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Ship/Deck Plan

National Geographic Explorer

The National Geographic Explorer is the newest ship in our fleet and arguably the finest expedition vessel on the seas. A state-of-the-art, ice-class expedition ship, the Explorer accommodates 148 guests in 81 spacious cabins, each with outside views; private bathrooms; and sleek, modern furnishings. The ship carries kayaks and a fleet of Zodiac motorized landing craft, as well as sophisticated video equipment that allows access to the underwater world. Public areas include a lounge and bar; a library; a spa; a fitness center; a sauna; and a selection of dining options that offer regionally inspired cuisine using fresh, local ingredients. Services include a full-time doctor, a wellness specialist, and an Internet café.

Ship-Explorer

  • The standard bathroom aboard the National Geographic Explorer

  • The National Geographic Explorer sails through the North Sea.

  • The elegant dining room

  • The lounge is host to nightly recap and expert presentations

  • Cocktail hour in the ship's lounge

  • A Category 4 cabin

  • National Geographic Explorer

  • Fitness Room

  • The library offers a full collection of books and a 360 degree view of the ship's surroundings.

Ship Plan

Expedition Costs

2010 2011 All
2010
Prices for the 2010 season.
Category 1
 Located on Main Deck with Porthole 		$11,990
Category 2
 Located on Main Deck with Window 		$12,790
Category 3
 Located on Main Deck with Window 		$13,430
Category 4
 Located on Upper and Veranda Decks with Window 		$13,950
Category 5
 Located on Upper Deck with Balcony 		$16,650
Category 6
 Located on Upper and Veranda Decks—Suite 		$19,240
Category 7
 Located on Upper Deck—Suite with Balcony 		$21,990

2011 costs »

2011
Prices for the 2011 season.
Category 1
 Located on Main Deck with Porthole 		$12,590
Category 2
 Located on Main Deck with Window 		$13,340
Category 3
 Located on Main Deck with Window 		$14,100
Category 4
 Located on Upper and Veranda Decks with Window 		$14,650
Category 5
 Located on Upper Deck with Balcony 		$17,480
Category 6
 Located on Upper and Veranda Decks—Suite 		$20,200
Category 7
 Located on Upper Deck—Suite with Balcony 		$23,090

« 2010 costs

Prices are per person, double occupancy. For a single cabin, add $3,200 in Category 2 and $3,350 in Category 3. Economy airfare from Newark to Copenhagen, and return from Lisbon to Newark is $1,250 (subject to change).

Special Offer

Book by October 29, 2010 and receive the following per person savings on the September 19, 2011 expedition:

$1,000 off Category 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 cabins
$1,500 off Category 6 and 7 cabins

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