Adventures by Disney has unveiled an exciting lineup of new destinations for 2024, including Colombia, Eastern Canada’s Maritime Provinces, and an enhanced New Zealand itinerary brimming with action and adventure.
Of particular note is the inclusion of Colombia, whose vibrant culture and stunning landscapes inspired the Oscar-winning Disney film “Encanto.” In keeping with the movie’s theme, Disney’s travel experts have curated a one-of-a-kind journey that promises to bring the film to life and offer families an unforgettable set-jetting experience.
Bookings for the 2024 Land Adventures will open to the public on Friday, May 12th. Early access is available for previous Adventures by Disney guests who have traveled on three or more adventures May 9th. On May 10th, all previous Adventures by Disney guests will have the chance to book, while Disney Vacation Club Members, Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club Members, and Golden Oak Members can book starting May 11th.
Take advantage of the chance to embark on these incredible adventures!
Save on Select 2024 & 2025 Land Adventures
Plan now, book early and save up to $500 per person on select 2024 & 2025 Adventures by Disney Land Adventure departures.
Offer must be booked by August 5, 2023 for travel on select departures from March 6, 2024 through March 31, 2025. Availability is limited.
Book Early and Save on Select 2024 & 2025 Land Adventures
Save $400 per person on select North America & Central America departures.
Book Early and Save on Select 2024 & 2025 Land Adventures
Save $400 per person on select North America & Central America departures.
NORTH AMERICA
Alaska Arizona & Utah Canadian Rockies Disneyland Resort & Southern California Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island Wyoming
CENTRAL AMERICA
Costa Rica
Offer must be booked by August 5, 2023 for travel on select 2024 & 2025 departures from March 6, 2024 through March 31, 2025. Availability is limited.
Save on Select International Adventures by Disney Land Adventure Departures
Save $500 per person on select Adventures by Disney International Land Adventure Departures.
AFRICA
Egypt Morocco South Africa
ASIA PACIFIC
Australia China Japan New Zealand Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia
SOUTH AMERICA
Colombia Peru
EUROPE
British Isles England & France Germany Grand Europe: England, France & Italy Greece Iceland Ireland Italy Italy & Amalfi Coast Italy & Switzerland Norway Poland, Czech Republic & Austria Portugal Scotland Sicily
Adventures by Disney is pleased to announce its return to three of Europe’s most iconic rivers for the 2024 travel season. With 22 river cruise departures planned, Adventures by Disney guests will once again experience the unparalleled beauty of European landscapes and vibrant culture with sailings on the Rhine River, the Danube River and the Seine River. Each itinerary will offer Disney’s signature storytelling with the convenience of hassle-free travel and attention to detail provided by a team of Disney-trained Adventure Guides.
Headlining the 2024 lineup is the new “Danube River Cruise: Magical Holidays,” departure which marks the first time the guided group travel company will offer a themed river cruise voyage during the New Year’s holiday. Guests will sail on the Danube River in a beautifully designed river cruise ship, ring in the new year with a celebration and champagne toast and explore famous and picturesque sites and landmarks across Germany, Austria and Hungary.
Bookings for 2024 River Cruises open to the public on Friday, Jan. 20, 2023, with early booking available for the following travelers:
Jan. 17, 2023 – Adventure Insiders with 3+ previous Adventures
Jan. 18, 2023 – All Adventure Insiders
Jan. 19, 2023 – Disney Vacation Club Members, Disney Cruise Line Gold & Platinum Castaway Members, Golden Oak Residents
Jan. 20, 2023 – Bookings open for general public
Travelers interested in booking a 2024 River Cruise can take advantage of Adventure by Disney’s early booking offer when they book before April 18, 2023, with savings up to $750 per person on select departures. Click here for more details on the early booking offer.
Additionally, travelers on all 2024 River Cruise departures can also save 50% per person on the nonrefundable deposit required at booking when they book before April 18, 2023. Click here for more detail on the reduced deposit offer.
New in 2024: New Magical Holidays-Themed Departure, Plus Favorite Seasonal Sailings Return
In late December 2024, Adventures by Disney will invite guests to ring in the new year with an adventure like none other as they set sail on the “Danube River Cruise: Magical Holidays” departure. Guests will board the ship in Munich and be greeted with an authentic German welcome, including oompah music. The ship will transport guests to Austria where they will enjoy privately guided tours in Mondsee with views of the Austrian Alps, a visit to the Benedictine Abbey in Melk, and more. Following the Christmas holiday, the city of Schonbrunn will transform its traditional Christmas market into a special New Year’s market where guests will experience the beauty and splendor of a European winter. The voyage continues with onboard and in-town activities, plus ice skating in Vienna before sailing to Hungary for enriching tours, carriage rides and making and eating goulash. Throughout the trip, special Disney magical moments are enjoyed along the way.
Returning favorites join the 2024 lineup, including the seasonal Oktoberfest and Christmas Markets river cruises — and the popular Food and Wine sailings feature delectable meals, desserts and beverages local to the region.
River Cruising with Disney: Sight-Seeing from the River and Up-Close on Land
Guests become part of the story on an Adventures by Disney river cruise, and itineraries are designed for everyone in the family. The masterful narratives, knowledge of the places visited and the culture and history are brought to life by the Adventure Guides. Through these experiences, families discover real world magic in a way only Disney can do. They include:
Dashing through the Black Forest on an Alpine toboggan ride (Rhine River Cruise).
Admiring the Notre-Dame Cathedral and imagining life nearly 900 years ago when its construction first began (Seine River Cruise).
Exploring the historic Schonbrunn Palace and its immaculate terrace garden named The Orangery (Danube River Cruise).
Dreaming of ballrooms and glass slippers while marveling at picturesque castles along the Rhine Gorge (Rhine River Cruise).
Gazing at the nighttime skyline view of the Eiffel Tower in the City of Light (Seine River Cruise).
Twirling on a hilltop and visiting the beautiful Mirabell Gardens (Danube River Cruise).
Honoring history by visiting the Normandy beaches, including Omaha Beach, the American cemetery and Les Braves Memorial (Seine River Cruise).
Not only will the sights from aboard the ship or walks through towns and villages take center stage, scenery is also explored up-close through optional bicycle excursions. Pedaling through the provincial towns in France, touring the quaint town of Rudesheim, Germany and surrounding wine country, or biking to the Klosterneuburg Abbey or along the Danube River in Vienna further enhances the travel experience.
River Cruising with Disney: A Taste of the Destination
On every adventure, guests are invited to tap into all the senses, including taking part in hands-on culinary activities for a true flavor of the destination. In Vienna, Austria, a traditional apple strudel tasting transforms into a cooking demonstration and baking lesson. At the Chocolate Museum in Cologne, Germany, chocolate sampling becomes a create-your-own chocolate bar activity. In Strasbourg, France, macaron cookie ingredients magically transform into fine delicacies as guests become baking experts.
River Cruising with Disney: Unpack Once and Explore Europe in Style
With Adventures by Disney, guests sail on elegant ships offering stunning views and world-class service, all in collaboration with AmaWaterways. With the added convenience of knowing their “hotel” travels with them, guests unpack only once. Staterooms are artfully designed with luxury and comfort in mind, the expansive windows provide optimal viewing and internet access and in-room entertainment are available for families to enjoy. Most meals are provided, as locally sourced cuisine and wine are served onboard. Itineraries are planned to balance adventures and excursions with wellness activities and relaxation, and special activities are planned just for kids, aka “Junior Adventurers.”
Adventures by Disney has some really exciting and (icy) cool news to share with travel enthusiasts all across the globe!
Adventures by Disney is known for bringing unique travel opportunities and experiences to Guests of all ages at locations all around the world. And their newest opportunity is no different. And then again, maybe it’s delightfully different! In one of the most unique offerings from Adventures by Disney, Guests can book a spot on an upcoming expedition cruise to Antarctica!
And travelers who join the expedition will be in good company. Per Disney Parks Blog:
“Roy Conli, a Disney Animation Studios Academy Award winner and a producer on Disneynature’s Penguins feature film, is joining our upcoming expedition cruise to Antarctica and Patagonia!
“This trip with Roy is available only through Adventures by Disney and is a can’t-miss adventure for anyone who has dreamed about visiting this destination. Imagine experiencing Antarctica and penguins not only in person and with guidance from our expert naturalists, but also through the lens of an award-winning Disney producer! Roy will inspire Guests with his onboard special lecture on Penguins.”
A cruise to Antarctica is bucket list fodder by itself, but a journey with Roy Conli onboard will take the experience to the next level!
Disney Parks Blog details parts of the itinerary:
This amazing journey begins in the beautiful city of Buenos Aires, where upon arrival at the hotel, guests are greeted by the Disney-trained Adventure Guides, who magically take care of all the details throughout the trip. Next, the group travels to Ushuaia, the southernmost city in South America, before boarding the ship and setting sail to Antarctica. Immediately, magnificent panoramic views are seen from vantage points on deck, through the expansive windows as well as up-close when stepping onto the famed continent. Days are carefully planned to respect the environment while adventurers enjoy Zodiac cruises or kayaking through ice caps and past glaciers, hiking, observing penguins, whales, seals and other wildlife, marveling at the bird life flying above and learning from expert naturalists every step of the way.
There are a lot of Disney experiences that fans hope to one day be able to do. One of those dreams is to visit all of the Disney Parks around the world — Disneyland Resort in California, Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disney, Shanghai Disney, and Hong Kong Disney. Each Disney Resort offers Guests one-of-a-kind experiences, from unique rides, even more unique food, and the chance to visit another country. Well, Disney is now offering Guests the chance to have the ultimate Disney vacation by visiting all of the Parks around the world in one amazing trip!
If this sounds like a trip for you, then you should start saving now. The trip starts with Guests being whisked around the world on a private jet — yes, a private jet! You are given gorgeous accommodations at Disney hotels, tickets to all of the Disney Parks, and even meals at incredible Disney restaurants. I’m dreaming of all the beautiful locations as we speak!
Embark on a bucket list adventure for 75 ultimate Disney fans! This dream vacation spans 24 days and covers 6 countries that includes all 12 uniquely magical Disney theme parks worldwide, as well as 3 iconic landmarks: the Taj Mahal, Pyramids of Giza and Eiffel Tower. Throughout the trip, you’ll stay in world-class accommodations, including the rare opportunity to be a Guest at Summit Skywalker Ranch. Plus, you’ll travel in luxury via a VIP-configured Boeing 757, operated by Icelandair, with long-range capabilities that allows for direct flights to maximize your time in each destination. You’ll also enjoy personal access to experts and staff, who provide fun and fact-filled stories enabling you to be immersed in every location you visit.
As you can see, Disney theme parks aren’t the only places you’ll go. Guests will have the chance to visit three beautiful landmarks, only adding to just how memorable this trip will be.
Guests who sign up for this epic trip will be staying at the following deluxe hotels:
Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa
Summit Skywalker Ranch
Tokyo Disneyland Hotel
Shanghai Disneyland Hotel
Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel
The Oberoi Amarvilas, Agra
Marriott Mena House, Cairo
Disney’s Hotel New York – The Art of Marvel
Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa
Now, this is not a cheap vacation. Prices for this Adventures By Disney experience are $110,000 per person. Disney recommends that the trip be taken only by Guests 12 and older, but there is no strict age limit on the trip.
You can read more about the Disney Parks Around the World – A Private Jet Adventure by visiting the Adventures by Disney website, or by clicking here.
National Geographic Expeditions, the leading brand offering travelers unparalleled access to global destinations through the lens of knowledgeable National Geographic Experts, announces more ways to see the world in its Signature Land category with the launch of 2023 itineraries. New to the lineup is the expansion of the Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia: Ancient Temples and Natural Wonders expedition, giving travelers an even more in-depth and off-the-beaten-path exploration through the wonders of Southeast Asia.
Bookings for 2023 Signature Land Itineraries open to the public on May 26. Bookings open early for the following travelers:
May 23 – Lifelong Explorers and Grosvenor Council members
May 24 – Past National Geographic Expeditions Guests
May 25 – Disney Vacation Club Members, Golden Oak Residents and Club 33 members
May 26 – Bookings open for general public
Venturing to Southeast Asia – A Newly Expanded Itinerary
The redeveloped itinerary, Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia: Ancient Temples and Natural Wonders, adds two exciting stops to its previous collection of expedition favorites and provides even more behind-the-scenes looks at several Southeast Asian projects funded by the National Geographic Society. Travelers will embark on a 17-day, 16-night excursion across Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Hue, Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Luang Prabang and Siem Reap, with local experts joining itinerary activities.
Highlights of the expedition include:
Brand new experiences, such as a sampan tour along the peaceful canals of Tan Phong Islet followed by a cycle excursion through charming villages and a visit to Cai Rang Floating Market — the most famous market of Mekong Delta.
Tried-and-true traveler favorite visits to the Angkor Conservation Center — a site rarely open to the general public — to discover thousands of protected statues recovered from the archaeological site, and the Golden Silk Pheach Preservation Center — one of the last silk producers in the world where the silk-making process (raising silkworms to weaving) is fully integrated in one place.
An array of bold flavors, as travelers sample everything from authentic Vietnamese iced coffee and street fare to a five-course gala dinner.
Must-see sites, including a stop at UNESCO World Heritage site Angkor Archeological Park, home to the magnificent Angkor Wat temple.
A journey back into history with tours of Emperor Tu Duc and Khai Dinh Tombs in Hue, as well as a visit to the Purple Forbidden City.
An in-depth look at two National Geographic Society conservation initiatives during visits to:
Save Vietnam’s Wildlife Rescue Center, where orphaned and injured wildlife are rehabilitated before being released back into the wild. There, travelers learn about initiatives spearheaded by National Geographic Explorers and other researchers to protect critically endangered pangolins.
Tat Kuang Si Bear Rescue Center, where travelers observe the Asiatic black bears — also known as moon bears given the distinct crescent moon shape on their chest — and hear from a conservationist about the National Geographic-funded research to protect these unique animals.
The expedition’s departure dates begin in late December 2022 and extend to March 2023.
Experiencing Meaningful Travel — Giving Back and Protecting the Wonder of our World
When traveling with National Geographic Expeditions, travelers will not only channel their inner explorer by going deeper into the storytelling of a destination, but wherever possible, they will have opportunities to witness firsthand the impact of the support they give by choosing to travel with National Geographic. Expedition itineraries are custom-designed to grant special access to National Geographic Society-funded initiatives all around the world where travelers will participate in meaningful and enlightening experiences, such as taking part in reforestation efforts alongside researchers in Costa Rica, planting a giant clam in a marine sanctuary in Palau or joining a primatologist in search of chimpanzees in Uganda.
The ability to give back extends well beyond the trip experience, with a portion of the proceeds from every expedition supporting the global community of National Geographic Explorers. Each year, the National Geographic Society awards more than 575 grants to scientists, educators, storytellers, conservationists, technologists and many other changemakers who help define some of the critical challenges of our time, drive new knowledge, advance new solutions and inspire positive, transformative change.
Fulfilling Curiosity and Finding Inspiration — Signature Land Expeditions
Filled with endless opportunities for exploration, the more than 30 National Geographic Expeditions Signature Land trips provide premium, fully planned itineraries that give travelers rare access to places around the globe, paired with unique opportunities to experience a destination through the eyes of the storytellers behind National Geographic. Whether face-to-face with an elephant in the Serengeti, listening to a wildlife biologist explain its every move or gazing at prehistoric cave paintings alongside a paleontologist in France, each Signature Land trip is hosted by a National Geographic Expert who provides a one-of-a-kind perspective. With specialties such as filmmaking, conservation, photography, archaeology, geography and many more, the Experts who travel on Signature Land expeditions are passionate storytellers who have a close connection to National Geographic, and their unique insights foster a travel experience that enlightens, inspires and goes in-depth like no other.
Click here for more information about National Geographic Expeditions. Travel agents with Guests who are interested in traveling with National Geographic Expeditions, including those who are eligible for early booking, can also call 888-966-8687 directly to book their expedition.
