National Geographic Day Tours will launch during summer 2023 initially to cruise passengers as shore-side excursions in Mediterranean destinations, with an expanded global rollout in the future.
The tours – operated by Tui – will focus on areas such as conservation, culture and history and follow the criteria of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).
"Inspiring new experiences await our travellers, thanks to this exciting collaboration with Tui," said Nancy Schumacher, senior vice-president of National Geographic Expeditions.
"National Geographic Day Tours is just one more way we are expanding our National Geographic storytelling and travel opportunities around the globe, and we look forward to the new tours that our travellers will experience soon."
The Heritage of the Etruscans trip offers guests an exploration into the Etruscan civilization with a visit to the Etruscan Necropolis of Tarquinia, a Unesco World Heritage Site, and the Archeological Park of Vulci.
Meanwhile, The Secrets of Restoration tour highlights the importance of art conservation in Barcelona as travellers meet an expert restorer at the National Museum of Art of Catalonia (MNAC).
The Benefits and Flavours of Oyster Farming tour in Dubrovnik offers travellers a hands-on experience roaming the waters of the bay while listening to the stories of local oyster and shellfish farmers.
Initially, National Geographic Day Tours will be offered through Tui’s subsidiary Intercruises to cruise lines and their guests. An additional rollout of booking options through airlines, hotels, Tui and National Geographic Expeditions is planned for the future.
