
Viking Cruises
First, we invented modern river cruising. Then, we redefined ocean cruising. Now, experience all the comfort and elegance of our award-winning fleet with an expedition ship built specifically to explore the world’s most remote destinations and allow you to immerse yourself in these regions.

Deck Plans
Nordic Balcony (N)
Size including Nordic Balcony: 222 sq ft. 3 PM stateroom access. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Expedition activity reservations (60 days prior to departure). Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks. In-suite binoculars & Marius-weave blanket.
Deluxe Nordic Balcony (DN)
Size including Nordic Balcony: 222 sq ft. 2 PM stateroom access. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Priority expedition activity reservations (67 days prior to departure). One guaranteed priority reservation at each alternative restaurant (60 days prior to departure). Priority booking of spa treatments (60 days prior to departure). Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished once daily. In-suite binoculars, coffee & Marius-weave blanket.
Nordic Penthouse (NP)
Size including Nordic Balcony: 269 sq ft. 1 PM stateroom access. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Priority expedition activity reservations (77 days prior to departure). Two guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant (70 days prior to departure). Priority booking of spa treatments (70 days prior to departure). Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished once daily. In-suite binoculars, coffee & Marius-weave blanket. Pressing & shoe shine services. Bottle of champagne.
Nordic Junior Suite
Size including Nordic Balcony: 322 sq ft. 11 AM stateroom access. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Priority expedition activity reservations (87 days prior to departure). Three guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant (80 days prior to departure). Priority booking of spa treatments (80 days prior to departure). Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished once daily. In-suite binoculars, coffee & Marius-weave blanket. Laundry, dry cleaning, pressing & shoe shine services. Bottle of champagne.
Explorer Suite (ES)
Size including Nordic Balcony & private veranda: 580 sq. ft. 11 AM stateroom access. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Priority expedition activity reservations (97 days prior to departure). Three guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant (90 days prior to departure). Priority booking of spa treatments (90 days prior to departure). Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished once daily. In-suite binoculars, coffee & Marius-weave blanket. Laundry, dry cleaning, pressing & shoe shine services. Complimentary Silver Spirits beverage package & bottle of champagne. Exclusive access to shared Explorer Suite private garden lounge area.
Owner's Suite
Largest suite on board: 1,223 sq. ft. with a 792 sq. ft. private garden lounge area with badestamp. All amenities of the Explorer Suite, plus: Priority stateroom access. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Four guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant (100 days prior to departure). First priority expedition activity reservations (107 days prior to departure). First priority booking of spa treatments (100 days prior to departure). Dinner & guided tour with ship officers (subject to availability). Large master bathroom, plus one guest bathroom. Separate dining area/board room that seats six guests. Private library, wine & music collections curated by Chairman Torstein Hagen. And more; ask for details.
SHIP IMAGES
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- Rendering of Zodiacs and Sub stored within the Hangar on-board the Viking Expedition ships Polaris and Octantis
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- Rendering of the Viking Expedition ship: Deck 2 Expedition Central Photography Studio – Studio Wall and Coffee Bar
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- Rendering of the Deck 2 Aft area, Finse Terrace and Theater Auditorium on-board the Viking Expedition ship
Amenities

DINING SERVICE
The main dining venue, The Restaurant offers the highest onboard dining experience amid a streamlined Scandinavian design. The menu includes regional cuisine and always available classics enhanced with locally sourced ingredients, so you can explore new cultures through food.
Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant offers the best of Italian cuisine, whether the farm-inspired heartiness of Tuscany or the famed flavors from Rome. Subdued, ambient lighting creates a warm, welcoming air in this traditional restaurant recalling Italy’s beloved trattorias.
World Café – With live cooking, an open kitchen and premium seafood/sushi choices and a grill, the casual World Café provides a vibrant interactive experience and a wide range of international flavors.
Mamsen’s Norwegian Deli – Named for “Mamsen,” the Hagen family matriarch, this venue offers Norwegian specialties including waffles according to Mamsen’s original recipe, open-faced sandwiches and split pea soup.
Aquavit Bar -Enjoy mulled wine, hot chocolate or ship-matured aquavit and relax with new friends in this Viking inspired, light-filled space while taking in the stunning beauty that surrounds you.
24-Hour Options -Our bakery offers a variety of delicious breads and pastries at any hour. Or enjoy many of our signature dishes in the comfort of your stateroom with 24-hour room service.
World-class guest lecturers
Every detail is designed to appeal to the thinking traveler. Learn about the destinations with enriching lectures on geology, glaciology, marine biology, ornithology and more; gain an overview of activities to come during daily briefings; join our Viking Resident Scientists in the Laboratory or learn more at your leisure in our specially curated library.
Complement your onshore experiences with our onboard lecture program, hosted by a wide range of experts, from authors and archaeologists to former diplomats and news correspondents, eager to share their knowledge with you.
UNWIND
At the indoor-outdoor space, the Aquavit Terrace with a retractable glass dome with three different temperature-controlled pools, including one where you can swim between inside and fresh air. Another feature to enjoy will be Finse Terrace, an outdoor lounge. This space has comfy couches and warming lava rock “firepits where you can view the beauty of the Great Lakes.
Also on board for your enjoyment is a full-service salon, Nordic Spa and state of the art fitness center.
inclusions
One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call, Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary), Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge, 24-hour room service, Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner, 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water, Access to top-rated spa & state-of-the-art fitness center, Self-service launderettes, Port taxes & fees.
STATEROOM
Private veranda
King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows
Separate seating area
42″ flat-screen LCD TV with complimentary Movies On Demand
110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
Spacious closet & drawers
Mini-bar; security safe; hair dryer
Spacious glass-enclosed shower
Heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror
Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
SINGLE OCCUPANCY
On occasion, Viking will make special solo traveler fares available. Please check back for pricing updates. In the meantime, explore special offers currently available on our ocean and river cruises. With Viking Inclusive Value, we offer you great value every day, in a category that will fit all your travel needs.
DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT
A Cruise Fare deposit of US$500.00 per person is required to secure a confirmed reservation for your cruise. Final payment of the remainder of the Full Fare is due and must be received at least one hundred and eighty (180) days prior to departure. All reservations are subject to cancellation without notice if payments are not received by the due date.
CANCELLATIONS
All cancellations must be received in writing and are subject to the following schedule:
Cancellations 120 days or more prior will be assessed $100 penalty per person; 119 -90 days prior 20% of full fare; 89 -70 days prior 35% of full fare; 69 -50 days prior 50% of full fare; 49 – 30 days prior 75% of full fare; 29 days or fewer 100% penalty.
PASSPORTS & TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
All passengers are required to have valid passports. Visas may be required for certain ports visited. Without the proper documentation, passenger may not be able to disembark in certain ports of call. Obtaining all travel documents such as passports, visas, proof of citizenship, etc., required for disembarkation at various ports of call are the responsibility of the passenger. Passengers will not be allowed to cruise without proper documentation and no refund of cruise fare will be issued to any passenger failing to bring such documentation. Passports must be valid six months after the final date of the cruise.

HEALTH AND DISABILITY REQUIREMENTS
Guest must notify Carrier at the time of booking of any accessibility requirements prior to booking so we can determine if reasonable accommodations are available. Please request the appropriate accessibility form for you to review, sign and return to us. Passengers are requested to advise us in writing, at or prior to the time a cruise or cruise tour is booked, of any physical, emotional or mental condition which may require accommodation during the cruise or cruise tour, including if the passenger requires the use of a wheelchair or other mobility equipment, not to exceed 22″ in width. Unless a particular item has been requested in writing in advance of travel and we can accommodate the request, passengers must bring and be solely responsible for all necessary items related to the medical condition or mobility challenge.