National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions is ramping up its 2027/2028 river cruise program with new itineraries spanning Egypt, India, Vietnam and Europe.

In Europe, Connect (renders pictured on this page) will continue to sail down Amsterdam’s canals and through the French countryside with spring and summer itineraries. Citing “strong demand”, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions will now introduce Connect‘s sister ship, Evolve, and will add three new Christmas and one holiday voyage exploring Europe’s famed Christmas markets.

Joining the fleet in 2027, Evolve will expand capacity and extend the co-brand’s European river program into winter for the first time.

The company’s river cruise program will also comprise Charaodew II on India’s Brahmaputra River, The Jahan on the Mekong River in Vietnam, and Oberoi Philae on the Nile with a stop at the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum.

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

“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. Because how you see the world matters, and that’s what makes our river collection so special.”

Each voyage is led by veteran Expedition Leaders and Field Staff who bring regional knowledge to life in meaningful ways.

This upcoming season builds on a year of remarkable growth for the co-brand’s portfolio with new voyages from the Azores to the Arctic.

“Across our fleet – from rivers to open seas – we’re continuing to reimagine how people experience the world,” Leahy added. “For us, exploration isn’t just about where we travel, but how deeply we connect – with places, with cultures, and with one another.”