Exploring British Columbia and The San Juan Islands
National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Venture , National Geographic Quest · 7 days
Day 1: Arrive in Seattle in the early afternoon and embark National Geographic Venture in time for cocktails and an introduction of the vessel staff and crew. Day 2: Clear into Canada in the charming city of Victoria and choose from several tailor-made options to explore based on your interests. Visit private gardens, bike along the waterfront, stroll through Old Town, or peruse the collections at local art galleries. In the evening, enjoy a private reception at the Art Gallery of Greater Victoria while taking in their wide-ranging collection. Day 3: Desolation Sound, on the north end of British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, is a mecca for kayakers and small yachts. It's easy to understand…
The sailing, in facts
| Operator | National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions |
|---|---|
| Ship | National Geographic Venture , National Geographic Quest |
| Length | 7 days |
| Region | Alaska & Yukon |
| Departures | 8 listed · 2026-10-03 to 2028-10-20 |
Day by day
| Day | Where |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Seattle, WA, United States |
| Day 2 | Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Day 3 | Desolation Sound, BC, Canada |
| Day 4 | Johnstone Strait, BC, Canada |
| Day 4 | Alert Bay, BC, Canada |
| Day 5 | Gulf Islands, BC, Canada |
| Day 6 | Friday Harbor, WA, United States |
| Day 7 | San Juan Islands, WA, United States |
| Day 8 | Seattle, WA, United States |
Every departure
| Departs | Returns | Days | Ship | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-03 | 2026-10-10 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2026-10-10 | 2026-10-17 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2026-10-17 | 2026-10-24 | 7 | National Geographic Venture | Yes |
| 2027-10-15 | 2027-10-22 | 7 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2027-10-22 | 2027-10-29 | 7 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2028-10-06 | 2028-10-13 | 7 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2028-10-13 | 2028-10-20 | 7 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
| 2028-10-20 | 2028-10-27 | 7 | National Geographic Quest | Yes |
Current offers
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