December 28 – 29 (One Night)

Where the journey begins
Meet fellow guests and your expedition team for a welcome dinner in Barcelona. Enhance your journey with our all-inclusive Discover More pre-trip package, arriving three days early for exclusive adventures and activities.

Accommodations: Majestic Hotel & Spa

December 29 – January 1 (Three Nights)

Come face-to-face with mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park
Spend the evening in Kigali, then continue to Volcanoes National Park for two nights amid its forested slopes. Accompanied by an expert naturalist guide, trek into the highlands for a rare encounter with a family of mountain gorillas.

Alternative destination: Kigali, Rwanda
Discover Kigali, the cultural heart of Rwanda
Opt to spend three nights in Kigali and get a feel for the growing city’s cosmopolitan culture amid its wide tree-lined boulevards and lively markets.

Accommodations: Kigali Marriott Hotel

January 1 – 3 (Two Nights)

Explore cresting sand dunes and the life held within them
The Namib Desert, sculpted over 43 million years, unfolds in a shifting tapestry of towering dunes and endless plains along Namibia’s Atlantic coast. Explore its vast landscapes on a thrilling desert adventure, then step into the vibrant rhythm of the DRC Township.

Accommodations: Strand Hotel Swakopmund

January 3 – 6 (Three Nights)

Rich history and stunning natural landscapes sit at the edge of Africa
Framed by the wild Atlantic Ocean and world-class winelands, Cape Town is a breathtaking cosmopolitan at the edge of the earth. Explore its rich history and vibrant culture, from the storied corridors of Robben Island to the colorful streets of Bo-Kaap.

Accommodations: InterContinental Table Bay Cape Town or Similar

January 6 – 9 (Three Nights)

Experience the wetland oasis of the Okavango Delta
Explore one of Africa’s most extraordinary landscapes, a UNESCO World Heritage site shaped by seasonal floodwaters. Its expansive plains and winding channels draw abundant wildlife, inviting exploration through private game drives and immersive camp experiences rooted in the rhythms of the delta.

Accommodations: Wilderness Mombo Camp

January 9 – 10 (One Night)

Encounter the splendor of the world’s largest waterfall
Pause in Zambia for a chance to witness one of nature’s most magnificent displays—Victoria Falls, listed among the Seven Natural Wonders of the World.

Accommodations: Royal Livingstone Hotel

January 10 – 14 (Four Nights)

Experience layers of history along the Nile
For millennia, travelers have followed the Nile in search of Egypt’s treasures. In Luxor, explore the Valley of the Kings and the grand Temple of Karnak before boarding your luxury cruise down the Nile.

Accommodations: Historia Boutique Hotel Nile Cruise

January 14 – 16 (Two Nights)

Explore the cultural hub of ancient civilizations
Inhabited by a series of empires from the Phoenicians and Romans to the Ottomans, the history of modern-day Tunisia spans thousands of years. Explore some of North Africa’s finest museums and ancient city centers, and discover how this small country has been shaped by different cultures over the centuries.

Accommodations: Four Seasons Hotel Tunis

January 16 – 17 (One Night)

A final toast and fond farewell
Arrive in London to share a final evening with your fellow travelers, reliving the unforgettable moments of your adventure over a farewell dinner. Enjoy a restful night before departing for home the next day.

Accommodations: Four Seasons Hotel London at Tower Bridge