National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions adds festive cruises in Europe for 2027-28

National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions has revealed its “most expansive” collection of river cruises for 2027-28, spanning Egypt, India, Vietnam and Europe.

The expedition operator will add a second ship to its fleet in Europe to enable the co-brand to extend its itineraries in the region to the winter for the first time with four new festive cruises exploring the Christmas markets. The second ship, called Evolve, which will be a sister vessel to Connect.

Charaidew II will return to sail on India’s Brahmaputra River, The Jahan on the Mekong and Oberoi Philae on the Nile with itineraries now featuring visits to the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum.

Lindblad Expeditions chief executive Natalya Leahy said: “Our river journeys invite guests to see the world in a more intentional way — unhurried, intimate and deeply connected to place.

“We’re thrilled that our new European and Indian river expeditions have been so well received, and we’re delighted to offer even more ways to explore – including festive European Christmas market sailings."