Longitudinal World Cruise I

A Journey Across the Americas

Embark on a grand voyage as you sail from “the end of the world” to the Great Lakes. Witness the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula and glide through the scenic Chilean fjords. Transit the Panama Canal and navigate the locks of the Great Lakes as you sail along the largest freshwater system in the world. With optional overland excursions, experience epic wildlife encounters in the Galápagos and the wondrous sites of Machu Picchu.

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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; cruise the Beagle Channel in search of wildlife.
14	Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn	Navigate past Cape Horn, the southernmost tip of the South American mainland.
15	Explore Chilean Glaciers	Admire enormous glaciers up close during an expert-led excursion by kayak.
16	Garibaldi Fjord, Chile	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	Sail the Pacific Ocean, its vast expanse reaches Asia, Australia, North and South America.
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 Pacíficoby 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, Canada	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 and explore some of the city’s treasures.
59	Welland Canal	Navigate the locks of the Welland Canal, located between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie.
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	Discover 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.

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More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Maximize the value of your overseas flight and enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
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NEW! Longitudinal World Cruise I

A Journey Across the Americas

A Journey Across the Americas

US$1,000 per person Shore Excursions CreditUS$1,000 per person Shipboard CreditAdditional US$1,000 per person shipboard credit for all Viking Explorer Society membersFree VISA service, Silver Spirits beverage package, unlimited Wi-Fi and more.

Book by 31 December 2023 unless sold out prior

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US$1,000 per person Shore Excursions Credit
US$1,000 per person Shipboard Credit
Additional US$1,000 per person shipboard credit for all Viking Explorer Society members
Free VISA service, Silver Spirits beverage package, unlimited Wi-Fi and more.