New Scientist Discovery Tours provides science-inspired tours and expeditions across the globe.

Tours, expeditions and cruises include trekking through Inca sites in Peru, expeditions in the Arctic and embarking and safaris.

Part of the New Scientist, the world's leading science and technology magazine, each trip is accompanied by specialists from New Scientist's network of editors, academics and authors,

Launched in 2019, New Scientist Discovery Tours now offers over 30 custom-built tours and experiences worldwide to a committed audience of travellers and with a 96% guest satisfaction rating.

Tours are designed to have minimal environmental impact as possible and in a way that doesn't harm the environment, people, cultures or wildlife.

New for 2023

Norway: Wonders of the Arctic

Nine days from 2 March 2023

Travellers joining this trip explore Norway's Arctic region with its fjords, Northern Lights, whales and polar bears and also discover the frozen Svalbard archipelago via land, sea and air. It also takes in the annual Sunrise Festival, when locals celebrate the sun returning to Longyearbyen.

www.newscientist.com/tours/norway-aurora-borealis-whales-arctic-svalbard/

Science of the Arctic expedition cruise: Norway

13 days from 7 June 2023

Travellers on this expedition cruise get extensive knowledge of the landscapes and wildlife they are exploring while deepening their connection to this remote and rugged archipelago.

www.newscientist.com/tours/science-arctic-marine-expedition-cruise-svalbard-norway/

Tiger conservation safari: India

Nine days in November 2023

A safari for the eco-conscious traveller, the Tiger Conservation Safari provides the chance to learn how to identify tracks, set camera traps and understand the tiger's habitat and prey species while visiting some of the most wildlife-rich reserves in the Indian Subcontinent.

www.newscientist.com/tours/tigers-of-india/

Science of the Incas: Peru

10 days from 17 September 2023

This trip to Machu Picchu offers outstanding trekking, views and an opportunity to visit an archaeological site dating back centuries.Guests travelling with New Scientist Discovery Tours will also gain an in-depth understanding of how the Incas used their extensive grasp of science and technology to expand rapidly while exploring sites of archaeological importance and museums.

www.newscientist.com/tours/science-incas-peru/

Land of Fire and Ice: Iceland

8 days in October 2023

An opportunity for travellers to 'get up close' to glaciers, waterfalls and tectonic plates pulling apart.

Leading geologists and volcanologists join the tour as guests discover some of the world's most majestic landscapes.

www.newscientist.com/tours/iceland-land-of-fire-and-ice/

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