A National Geographic-branded Boeing 757 private jet, costing passengers between €89,000 and €110,000 for a 21-25 day trip, landed in Bilbao, Spain. This luxury air cruise operates similarly to a maritime cruise, with passengers disembarking every few days to explore different locations.
The journey started in Seattle on August 28th and included stops in Kigali (Rwanda), Baku (Azerbaijan), Varanasi and Jaipur (India), Luang Prabang (Laos), Ulan Bator (Mongolia), Tokyo, and Alaska. Bilbao was one of the final stops before the trip's conclusion this week.
The aircraft boasts spacious interiors with only 68 seats compared to a standard Boeing 757's 200. The jet stays on the ground during passenger visits unlike chartered flights. The jet has three pilots, a chef, and a doctor on board for the passengers’ comfort.
This isn't the first time National Geographic has brought tourists to Bilbao. They highlighted the Basque culture and Guggenheim Museum, with optional activities like pintxo cooking demonstrations and old town strolls.
Aviation enthusiasts, particularly 'spotters,' were excited by the unusual presence of this unique jet in Bilbao, considering it a rare photographic opportunity.