NEW! Longitudinal World Cruise I

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65 DAYS | 9 COUNTRIES

Embark on a grand voyage across the Americas as you sail from “the end of the world” to the Great Lakes. Experience epic wildlife encounters and awe-inspiring landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula. Immerse yourself in nature through the scenic Chilean fjords and hail the wonders of the Panama Canal, a 20th-century engineering marvel. Navigate the locks of the Great Lakes and call at iconic towns and cities along the largest freshwater system in the world.

Itinerary 

Map of Longitudinal World Cruise I itinerary

1

 Buenos Aires, Argentina Visit the colorful La Boca barrio and Plaza de Mayo, and walk in the footsteps of Eva Perón.

2

 Ushuaia, Argentina Admire the tranquility of the “End of the World”; visit Tierra del Fuego National Park.

3

 Sail the Drake Passage Sail the Drake Passage; its waters are among the coldest and the deepest on Earth.

4-10

 Explore Antarctica Explore the “Last Continent,” teeming with penguins, seals, whales and other wildlife.

11

 Sail the Drake Passage Sail the icy waters of the Drake Passage, keeping watch for seabirds, whales and icebergs.

12

 Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn Sail the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet.

13

 Ushuaia, Argentina Discover the nature of the Fuegian Andes; sail the Beagle Channel in search of wildlife.

14

 Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn Sail the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet.

15

 Explore Chilean Glaciers Admire enormous glaciers up close during an expert-led excursion by kayak.

16

 Garibaldi Fjord Witness the majesty of mother nature as you sail past dramatic scenery of the Garibaldi Fjord.

17

 Punta Arenas, Chile Stroll the city, see the Ancud monument, Plaza de Armas and neoclassical mansions.

18

 Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords Sail the majestic Chilean fjords and marvel at vast ice fields flowing to the water’s edge.

19-20

 Explore Chilean Glaciers Explore the blue-tinged glaciers of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field by Zodiac.

21

 Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords Sail in the wake of intrepid explorers as you traverse the waters of the Chilean fjords.

22

 Puerto Chacabuco, Chile Discover this tiny Patagonian enclave and gateway into a spellbinding beauty of wilderness.

23

 Castro, Chile Kayak on the Chilean fjords, or hike among the exotic landscapes of Chiloé National Park.

24

 Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords Keep watch for local marine life as you voyage through Chile’s fjords.

25

 Sail the Pacific Ocean Sail the Pacific Ocean, an established trade route named by explorer Ferdinand Magellan.

26

 Santiago (Valparaíso), Chile Explore the two scenic halves of Valparaíso or venture to Santiago, Chile’s vibrant capital.

27-28

 Sail the Pacific Ocean Sail the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean, the Earth’s largest body of water.

29

 Iquique, Chile Immerse in nature in this surfer’s paradise; Iquique is Chile’s premier beach resort.

30-31

 Sail the Pacific Ocean Keep watch for whales and seals as you sail the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean.

32

 Lima (Callao), Peru Witness fine examples of 16th-century architecture as the capital of Spain’s colonial empire.

33-34

 Sail the Pacific Ocean Journey across the Pacific Ocean, dubbed Mar Pacífico by explorer Ferdinand Magellan.

35

 Manta, Ecuador Explore the colonial town of Montecristi; visit the home of the iconic Panama hat.

36

 Sail the Pacific Ocean Follow in the wake of ancient explorers, who sailed these waters in search of new lands.

37

 Scenic Sailing: Panama Canal Sail the legendary “Path Between the Seas,” an engineering marvel completed in 1914.

38

 Colón, Panama Explore Panama’s “second city,” culturally rich Colón is brimming with historic treasures.

39-40

 Sail the Caribbean Sea Sail the crystalline waters of the Caribbean Sea, a paradise of emerald islands.

41

 Cozumel, Mexico Visit a sacred pre-Columbian Mayan religious site and admire the ruins of San Gervasio.

42

 Sail the Gulf of Mexico Sail the Gulf of Mexico and witness the palm-lined Florida Keys and the Yucatán Peninsula.

43

 Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, United States Enjoy South Florida’s carefree sun-loving coast and explore Miami’s art deco brilliance.

44

 Sail the Atlantic Ocean Dividing the “Old World” from the “New World,” sail the second-largest of the Earth’s oceans.

45

 Charleston, South Carolina, United States Explore the waterways of Charleston by kayak and search for Low Country birdlife.

46

 Sail the Atlantic Ocean Sail the legendary waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the route of explorers for centuries.

47

 Norfolk, Virginia, United States Explore Norfolk’s maritime heritage and America’s colonial past in the “Historic Triangle.”

48

 Sail the Atlantic Ocean Journey across the vast Atlantic Ocean, home to many of the world’s fishing grounds.

49

 New York City, New York, United States See the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, 9/11 Memorial, Central Park and more.

50

 Sail the Atlantic Ocean Learn the history of the Atlantic Ocean, called the “Sea of Atlas” by the ancient Greeks.

51

 Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada Investigate Nova Scotia’s shoreline and immerse in its untamed natural beauty.

52

 Cape Breton Island (Louisbourg), Nova Scotia Discover hidden inlets by kayak or admire scenic vistas while hiking historic trails.

53

 Cap-aux-Meules, Quebec, Canada Admire the region’s natural beauty and look for seals and birdlife on Brion Island.

54

 Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence River Sail the St. Lawrence River, past the cultural capitals of Quebec City and Montreal.

55

 Quebec City, Quebec, Canada Explore historic sites, including Château Frontenac, Place Royale and Parliament.

56

 Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada Discover North America’s geologic heart during a hike through La Mauricie National Park.

57

 Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence Seaway Locks Admire the series of locks, canals and channels that comprise the St. Lawrence Seaway.

58

 Toronto, Ontario, Canada Savor the diversity of Toronto’s food scene; see the city’s sights by bike.

59

 Welland Canal, Canada & Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), Ontario, Canada Navigate the locks of the Welland Canal, located between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie.
Get a close-up view of the majesty of the falls, including the largest, Horseshoe Falls.

60

 Point Pelee, Ontario, Canada Admire the untold numbers of migratory birds and butterflies at Point Pelee National Park.

61

 Detroit, Michigan, United States Browse Americana exhibits at The Henry Ford museum, including JFK’s limousine.

62

 Alpena, Michigan, United States Visit the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center; kayak over shipwrecks in Thunder Bay.

63

 Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States Explore this car-free island by carriage, bicycle or on foot; kayak along the shoreline.

64

 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Explore this revitalized town along the shores of Lake Michigan.

65

 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States Learn how geological events that occurred during the Ice Age shaped the Great Lakes.
Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

MORE FEATURES, SERVICES AND EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:

  • One complimentary landing or shore excursion in every port of call
  • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
  • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
  • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
  • Port taxes & fees
  • Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
  • Visits to UNESCO Sites
  • Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
  • Access to The Nordic Spa & state-of-the-art fitness center
  • Self-service launderettes
  • Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge
  • 24-hour room service
  • Kayaks, Zodiacs & Special Operations Boats — A Viking Expedition Kit with a variety of equipment to explore at no extra charge
  • Keepsake Viking expedition jacket (on polar itineraries)
  • All Viking excursion gear needed for any relevant excursions
  • Onboard gratuities

ALL STATEROOMS INCLUDE:

  • 24-hour room service
  • King-size bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
  • 55″ OLED flat-screen TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, beIN Sports
  • Interactive TV with complimentary movies and documentaries, as well as Viking.TV proprietary content, lectures and expert interviews
  • Mini-bar
  • Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
  • Floor-to-ceiling heated drying closets for expeditions gear
  • Spacious glass-enclosed shower
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Anti-fog mirrors
  • Premium Freyja® toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
  • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
  • Meopta Optika MeoPro 8×42 binoculars

 

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