Lindblad Expeditions has entered into a multi-year charter agreement with Transcend Cruises that will see it launch European river cruises in partnership with National Geographic.
The deal with Transcend will run until at least 2028, said Lindblad, but no launch date for its river product has been announced.
Lindblad, which already operates cruises on other rivers around the world, including on the Peruvian Amazon and the Nile said further details will be announced in the coming weeks.
The cruises will be on a Transcend new-build luxury ship. “We are thrilled for the upcoming launch of our unique river expeditions in Europe – an experience our guests have long desired and will deeply enjoy,” said Lindblad Expeditions CEO Natalya Leahy.
“We know that ‘how you see it’ matters, and that’s why we’ve curated these river voyages with the same depth, care and expertise that define all of our expeditions.
“With National Geographic naturalists and historians, and exclusive events woven into each journey, our guests will explore Europe’s storied rivers in truly meaningful ways. We’re equally excited to partner with Transcend Cruises to introduce a brand-new ship, custom-designed to deliver the elevated, personalised experience our guests expect from us.”
Transcend Cruises CEO Hans Rood added: “Our state-of-the-art newbuild river cruise ships offer both a luxury experience, as well as the opportunity to accommodate the lecturing and mind-enriching requirements essential for their travellers.
“With a strong focus on wellness, sustainability and best of services, we are the perfect fit to deliver the programmes Lindblad Expeditions require. By collaborating, we are able to create the most exclusive experiences on Europe’s most spectacular waterways.”
