LOS ANGELES — Viking has launched a new sale on an extensive range of its river, ocean and expedition voyages.
From now through Jan. 31, 2025, the ‘Explorers’ Sale’ offers special fares starting at US$1,999 per person and up to free international airfare on select itineraries, as well as a $25 deposit for all itineraries – plus additional savings for new and returning guests.
Viking sails to all seven continents, with river, ocean and expedition voyages calling in more than 500 ports in more than 85 countries. Some of its most popular itineraries include:
- Iconic Western Mediterranean (8 days; Barcelona – Rome) – While on this eight-day Mediterranean sojourn, travellers will explore France’s famed southern coast, discover Italy’s Renaissance treasures and marvel over Catalonian and Tuscan art and architecture. They will overnight in Barcelona and Tuscany, call on historic Montpellier and Marseille, and visit Monte Carlo.
- In Search of the Northern Lights (15 days; London – Bergen) – Sailing far north during Norway’s winter, guests will witness snow-covered landscapes dotted with rugged mountains and steep fjords while seeking out the aurora borealis.
- Grand European Tour (15 days; Budapest – Amsterdam) – Highlights of this 15-day journey include the Rhine Valley, Austria’s Wachau Valley, leaning the Viennese waltz, a visit to Melk’s Benedictine Abbey and learning about Nuremberg’s World War II history.
- Rhine Getaway (8 days; Basel – Amsterdam) – Highlights of this eight-day itinerary include the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and stunning scenery of the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Calls include Amsterdam, Cologne and Basel.
- Pharaohs & Pyramids (12 days; Cairo roundtrip) – Guests will marvel over the pyramids from astride a majestic camel, explore the Temple of Karnak’s 136 soaring pillars, visit Queen Nefertari’s tomb in the Valley of the Queens, skim the waters of the Nile by traditional felucca, explore Aswan’s spice market, and join expert Egyptologists on a 12-day cruisetour through Egypt on board a modern Nile ship owned and operated by Viking.
- Mississippi Delta Explorer (8 days; New Orleans – Memphis) – Guests will discover Darrow, the gateway to the grand homes of the Lower Mississippi and explore the fascinating towns along the banks of the Mississippi that preserve the memory of the American South’s early history. They’ll learn about Natchez’s French and Acadian heritage, pay their respects at the Vicksburg battlefield, and savor delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine.
- Antarctic Explorer (13 days; Buenos Aires – Ushuaia) – This ultimate adventure takes guests to the Antarctic peninsula, where they will witness towering glaciers, snow-covered landscapes, immense icebergs and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife viewing.
For more information go to www.viking.com.
