Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World's Greatest Trips

4.2/5 ( ratings)

No one knows the world like National Geographic—and in this lavish volume, we reveal our picks for the world's most fabulous journeys, along with helpful information for readers who want to try them out.

Compiled from the favorite trips of National Geographic's travel writers, Journeys of a Lifetime spans the globe to highlight the best of the world's most famous and lesser known sojourns. It presents an incredible diversity of possibilities, from ocean cruises around Antarctica to horse treks in the Andes. Every continent and every possible form of transport is covered.

A timely resource for the burgeoning ranks of active travelers who crave adventurous and far-flung trips, Journeys of a Lifetime provides scores of creative ideas: trekking the heights of Mt. Kilimanjaro in Tanzania... mountain biking in Transylvania... driving through the scenic highlands of Scotland... or rolling through the outback on Australia's famous Ghan train... and dozens of other intriguing options all over the world.

Journeys of a Lifetime also features 22 fun Top 10 lists in all sorts of categories. What are the world's top 10 elevator rides, bridges to walk across, trolley rides, ancient highways, or underground walking adventures? Readers will love evaluating and debating the selections.

Each chapter showcases stunning photography, full-color maps, evocative text, and expert advice—including how to get there, when to visit, and how to make the most of the journey—all packaged in a luxurious oversize volume to treasure for years to come.

Language: English

Pages: 400

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: National Geographic

Release: October 16, 2007

ISBN: 1426201257

ISBN 13: 9781426201257

Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World's Greatest Trips

National Geographic Society

4.2/5 ( ratings)

Read Download

Language: English

Pages: 400

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: National Geographic

Release: October 16, 2007

ISBN: 1426201257

ISBN 13: 9781426201257

4.3/5 ( ratings)

Rate this book!

Write a review?

Subscribe to Read | $0.00

Popular Genres

Subscribe to Read | $0.00

Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World's Greatest Trips

Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World's Greatest Trips

Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World's Greatest Trips

More books from National Geographic Society

National Geographic Field Guide to the Birds of North America

In Focus: National Geographic Greatest Photographs

Fauci: Expect the Unexpected

National Geographic Atlas of the World

Destinations of a Lifetime: 225 of the World's Most Amazing Places

Food Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 Extraordinary Places to Eat Around the Globe

National Geographic Guide to National Parks of the United States

World's Best Travel Experiences: 400 Extraordinary Places

National Geographic Complete Photography

Secret Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World's Best Hidden Travel Gems

National Geographic Guide to State Parks of the United States

National Geographic Night Vision: Magical Photographs of Life After Dark

100 Countries, 5,000 Ideas: Where to Go, When to Go, What to See, What to Do

National Geographic Guide to Scenic Highways and Byways

National Geographic Spectacle: Rare and Astonishing Photographs

Visions of Earth: Beauty, Majesty, Wonder

Brainworks: The Mind-bending Science of How You See, What You Think, and Who You Are

Indian Nations of North America

Journeys Home: Inspiring Stories, Plus Tips and Strategies to Find Your Family History

National Geographic Almanac 2020: Trending Topics - Big Ideas in Science - Photos, Maps, Facts More