2020–2021 Viking World Cruise

Western shores to Eastern horizons

Embark on an epic journey across the globe. Explore 6 continents and visit 75 of the world’s preeminent cities, including Los Angeles, Sydney, Bangkok, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Rome and Barcelona. Engage with local cultures during overnight stays in unique ports of call. With stops in the Caribbean, the Americas, Australia, Asia, the Middle East and Europe, the breadth of this voyage is beyond compare.

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Day by Day

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

1	Miami, United States	Miami is a seaside city of ivory-white high-rises and intimate neighborhoods.	Read More >
2-3	Cruise the Caribbean Sea	The Caribbean Sea is a paradise of turquoise waters and emerald islands.	Read More >
4	Port Royal, Jamaica	Historians have compared Port Royal to Pompeii, Italy for its archaeological wonders.	Read More >
5	Cruise the Caribbean Sea	The paradisiacal setting of the Caribbean Sea was once synonymous with adventure and hidden treasures.	Read More >
6	Oranjestad, Aruba	Aruba’s capital city, Oranjestad brims with colorful Dutch charm.	Read More >
7	Cruise the Caribbean Sea	The waters of the Caribbean Sea, witnesses to history, once bore ships carrying sugar to the New World.	Read More >
8	Cartagena, Colombia	With its remarkably preserved colonial city, seaside Cartagena is a cultural treasure.	Read More >
9	Colón, Panama	Panama’s “second city,” culture-rich Colón lies near the Panama Canal’s Atlantic entrance.	Read More >
10	Scenic Cruising: Panama Canal	The Panama Canal is composed of massive locks, a forest-lined waterway and a tranquil lake.	Read More >
11-12	Cruise the Pacific Ocean	The first European to see the Pacific was Vasco Núñez de Balboa, who crossed the Isthmus of Panama in 1513.	Read More >
13	León (Corinto), Nicaragua	Léon boasts incredibly preserved Spanish colonial architecture, exuding a timeless atmosphere.	Read More >
14	Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala	Puerto Quetzal is the gateway to Guatemala’s colonial and natural splendor.	Read More >
15-17	Cruise the Pacific Ocean	The warm waters of the Pacific are teeming with marine life.	Read More >
18	Cabo San Lucas, Mexico	With azure waters and a dramatic rocky coast, Cabo San Lucas is a top Mexican destination.	Read More >
19-20	Cruise the Pacific Ocean	Spain ruled the Pacific during the late 16th century, trading between Mexico and the Philippines.	Read More >
21	San Diego, United States	Widely known as “America’s Finest City,” San Diego offers some of the world’s loveliest parks and beaches.	Read More >
22	Los Angeles, California	Los Angeles, “City of Angels,” is home to a glamorous entertainment culture.	Read More >
23	Santa Barbara, California	Nestled between mountains and sea, Santa Barbara boasts historic architecture in a charming downtown setting.	Read More >
24-28	Cruise the Pacific Ocean	The Pacific Ocean, twice the size of the Atlantic, covers around one-third of the planet’s surface.	Read More >
29	Kauai (Nawiliwili), United States	The lush vegetation and wildflowers of tropical Kauai have earned it the nickname “The Garden Island.”	Read More >
30	Oahu, Hawaii	Equal parts Polynesian and American, Honolulu and the island of Oahu are lush with breathtaking natural beauty.	Read More >
31-35	Cruise the Pacific Ocean	In 1947, Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl crossed the Pacific Ocean on a balsa raft he built himself.	Read More >
36	Bora Bora, French Polynesia	Magnificent, lushly forested Bora Bora is the gem of the Society Islands.	Read More >
37	Moorea, French Polynesia	One of the most magnificent of the Society Islands, Moorea boasts white-sand beaches, jagged peaks and primeval landscapes.	Read More >
38	Papeete, Tahiti	Tahiti is one of the world’s most visually stunning and romantic destinations.	Read More >
39-42	Cruise the South Pacific Ocean	The Pacific Ocean is home to most of the world’s islands; they total about 25,000.	Read More >
43	Cross the International Date Line	As you cross the International Date Line today, you will “cruise into yesterday,” gaining a day.	Read More >
44	Cruise the South Pacific Ocean	The waters of the South Pacific have been traversed by explorers for millennia.	Read More >
45	Bay of Islands, New Zealand	Gateway to the more than 150 islands that comprise the Bay of Islands, Waitangi holds a central role in the history of New Zealand.	Read More >
46	Auckland, New Zealand	Rich in heritage, Auckland is the cultural capital of New Zealand’s North Island.	Read More >
47	Auckland, New Zealand	Set between two glistening harbors, Auckland is known as the “City of Sails.”	Read More >
48	Auckland, New Zealand	Nestled between the Waitematā and Manukau Harbors, Auckland enjoys a rich boating culture.	Read More >
49	Cruise the Pacific Ocean	Explorers once searched Pacific waters for a theoretical landmass called Terra Australis.	Read More >
50	Napier, New Zealand	Napier is a rich cultural center and gateway to a thriving wine-growing region.	Read More >
51	Wellington, New Zealand	New Zealand’s capital of Wellington is splendidly set between mountains and sea.	Read More >
52	Christchurch, New Zealand	British-flavored Christchurch fans out at the feet of the Southern Alps.	Read More >
53	Cruise the Pacific Ocean	When Ferdinand Magellan crossed the Pacific Ocean, he dubbed it Mar Pacífico, meaning “peaceful sea.”	Read More >
54	Cruise the Doubtful Sound	Doubtful Sound is the deepest and, many believe, most magnificent fjord of New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park.	Read More >
55-56	Cruise the Tasman Sea	The legendary Tasman Sea lies between New Zealand and Australia.	Read More >
57	Tasmania (Hobart), Australia	Founded as a penal colony, Hobart exudes endless charms in a picturesque setting.	Read More >
58	Tasmania (Hobart), Australia	Tasmania is known as the “Apple Isle,” as it is one of the most prominent apple-growing areas in the world.	Read More >
59	Melbourne, Australia	Capital of the state of Victoria, Melbourne is a vibrant cultural center.	Read More >
60	Cruise the Tasman Sea	British Captain James Cook explored Tasman Sea waters in the 1770s.	Read More >
61	Sydney, Australia	Spectacular Sydney is celebrated for its magnificent harbor and iconic Opera House.	Read More >
62	Sydney, Australia	A major cultural center of Australia, Sydney is beloved for its free-spirited nature.	Read More >
63	Cruise the Australian Coast	Australia’s East Coast lures surfers and beach lovers with its picturesque shores and dramatic waves.	Read More >
64	Brisbane, Australia	Set on scenic Moreton Bay, Brisbane is a vibrant center for Australian arts and design.	Read More >
65	Cruise the Australian Coast	Australia’s East Coast lures surfers and beach lovers with its picturesque shores and dramatic waves.	Read More >
66	Whitsunday Islands, Australia	Pure-white sands meet cerulean waters in the Whitsundays, an island paradise.	Read More >
67	Cairns, Australia	The seaside resort of Cairns is Australia’s gateway to the Great Barrier Reef.	Read More >
68	Cruise the Coral Sea	The Coral Sea, a paradise for divers, is pure pleasure to cruise.	Read More >
69	Thursday Island, Australia	Picturesque Thursday Island was once home to a thriving pearl fishing industry.	Read More >
70-71	Cruise the Arafura Sea	The Arafura’s seabed, once a dry land bridge between continents, allowed early human migrations.	Read More >
72	Darwin, Australia	Hub of Australia’s Top End, Darwin is a lively center of arts and culture.	Read More >
73	Cruise the Timor Sea	The shallow Timor Sea has long been traveled by Indonesia’s indigenous people.	Read More >
74	Komodo, Indonesia	A magnificent menagerie, Komodo Island is home to its namesake dragon.	Read More >
75	Bali, Indonesia	Some of Bali’s revered temples are carved from white coral, harvested from the sea.	Read More >
76	Cruise the Java Sea	The waters of the Java Sea played an important role in the Allies’ naval defense during World War II.	Read More >
77	Semarang, Java, Indonesia	Outside Semarang, the massive pyramidal Borobudur temple attracts countless pilgrims.	Read More >
78	Cruise the Java Sea	The body of water north of Bali and south of Kangean Island is rich in coral and marine life.	Read More >
79-80	Cruise the South China Sea	Tucked among mainland China, Vietnam and the Philippines, the South China Sea is one of the world’s most important waterways.	Read More >
81	Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia	Kota Kinabalu is ethnically diverse and a melting pot of cultures.	Read More >
82	Cruise the South China Sea	An important shipping lane, more than half of all the world’s shipping boats pass through the South China Sea.	Read More >
83	Manila, Philippines	The original name for Manila was Ginto, which means the “Land of the Gold.”	Read More >
84	Manila, Philippines	Manila is home to the world’s oldest Chinatown, established in 1594.	Read More >
85	Cruise the South China Sea	The storied South China Sea has carried both emperors and traders.	Read More >
86	Hong Kong, China	Bustling Victoria Harbor, with its stunning vistas, is the heart of Hong Kong.	Read More >
87	Hong Kong, China	Hong Kong, where many practice Taoism and Buddhism, is rich in temples and monasteries.	Read More >
88	Hong Kong, China	Hong Kong is home to long-cherished Eastern traditions amid modern Western sensibilities.	Read More >
89	Cruise the South China Sea	Tucked among mainland China, Vietnam and the Philippines, the South China Sea is one of the world’s most important waterways.	Read More >
90	Hue (Chan May), Vietnam	Seat of the Nguyen Dynasty for 150 years, Hue is home to the grand Imperial City, a rich repository of palaces and temples.	Read More >
91	Cruise the South China Sea	The South China Sea was once called the Sea of Cham after the maritime kingdom of Champa that ruled Southeast Asia before the 16th century.	Read More >
92	Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam	Ho Chi Minh City exudes a heady mix of French and Vietnamese cultures.	Read More >
93	Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam	Ho Chi Minh City’s wide boulevards, lined with architectural gems, are reminiscent of Paris.	Read More >
94	Scenic Cruising: Gulf of Thailand	The Gulf of Thailand, set amid mountains, is home to Irrawaddy and Chinese white dolphins.	Read More >
95	Sihanoukville, Cambodia	The relaxed seaside city of Sihanoukville is perched on the end of a scenic peninsula.	Read More >
96	Bangkok, Thailand	Siam of old, Bangkok is beautifully set on the Chao Phraya River.	Read More >
97	Bangkok, Thailand	In the gilded temples of Bangkok, spread throughout the city, Thailand’s Buddha is venerated.	Read More >
98	Koh Samui, Thailand	Koh Samui is a paradise of coconut trees, coral reefs and long sandy beaches.	Read More >
99	Scenic Cruising: Gulf of Thailand	Once known as the Gulf of Siam, the Gulf of Thailand is bordered by Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand.	Read More >
100	Singapore, Singapore	The world’s only island city-state, Singapore is a sophisticated metropolis.	Read More >
101	Singapore, Singapore	A 63-island archipelago, Singapore boasts diverse traditions and varied cultural cuisine.	Read More >
102	Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia	The magnificent Petronas Towers are the centerpiece of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s capital.	Read More >
103	George Town, Malaysia	A celebration of culture, George Town is one of Asia’s most colorful corners.	Read More >
104	Cruise the Strait of Malacca	The mangroves along the shoreline of the Andaman Sea provide shelter and homes for its marine life.	Read More >
105-106	Scenic Cruising: Bay of Bengal	The waters of the Bay of Bengal, the world’s largest bay, are sacred to many Hindus.	Read More >
107	Colombo, Sri Lanka	This island nation has long been renowned for its cinnamon and spice trade.	Read More >
108	Colombo, Sri Lanka	Brimming with old-world British charms, Colombo is the cultural hub of Sri Lanka.	Read More >
109	Cruise the Laccadive Sea	The Laccadive Sea is one of the world’s richest marine environments.	Read More >
110	Cochin, India	Multicultural Cochin’s spice trade changed the face of Europe.	Read More >
111	Cruise the Arabian Sea	The Arabian Sea has long been an important trade route between India and the West.	Read More >
112	Goa, India	Portuguese-influenced Goa is home to magnificent colonial-era architecture.	Read More >
113	Mumbai, India	Historic Mumbai enjoys a magnificent seaside setting on the Arabian Sea.	Read More >
114	Mumbai, India	Spread over seven islands, Mumbai preserves the cultural splendor of Bombay of old.	Read More >
115	Mumbai, India	Historic Mumbai enjoys a magnificent seaside setting on the Arabian Sea.	Read More >
116-117	Cruise the Arabian Sea	In the Age of Sail, all manner of spices, metals, gems and wine crossed the Arabian Sea.	Read More >
118	Muscat, Oman	Muscat, Oman’s romantic capital of whitewashed splendor, is rich in royal treasures.	Read More >
119	Cruise the Omani Coast	The starkly beautiful coast of Oman was once central to a vibrant spice trade.	Read More >
120	Salālah, Oman	A crossroads on the historic Frankincense Route, Salālah holds a rich history.	Read More >
121-124	Cruise the Red Sea	Jordan’s only coastal city, scenic Aqaba is set amid bleached-out desert hills.	Read More >
125	Aqaba, Jordan	Jordan’s only coastal city, scenic Aqaba is set amid bleached-out desert hills.	Read More >
126	Luxor, Egypt	Unearth the mysteries of Luxor, Egypt’s timeless city on the Nile River.	Read More >
127	Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt	Sharm el-Sheikh boasts scenic beaches, turquoise waters and starkly beautiful desert.	Read More >
128	Scenic Cruising: Suez Canal	An engineering marvel, the Suez Canal is surrounded by desert sands stretching into Egypt.	Read More >
129	Cairo, Egypt	Just outside Cairo, the Great Pyramids and the enigmatic Sphinx hold ancient mysteries.	Read More >
130	Jerusalem, Israel	Christianity, Judaism and Islam all trace their faith to the holy city of Jerusalem.	Read More >
131	Haifa, Israel	Seaside Haifa is one of Israel’s most important and beautiful cities.	Read More >
132	Cruise the Mediterranean Sea	The Mediterranean Sea has borne innumerable legends and histories on storied shores.	Read More >
133	Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey	Rich in biblical history, remarkably preserved Ephesus offers an unparalleled look into the lives of the ancients.	Read More >
134	Istanbul, Turkey	Straddling Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul exudes a heady mix of Western and Eastern cultures.	Read More >
135	Istanbul, Turkey	Long a significant center of trade, Istanbul was a major cultural crossroads along the world-famous Silk Route.	Read More >
136	Cruise the Aegean Sea	An arm of the Mediterranean Sea, the Aegean Sea is located between the Greek peninsula on the west and Asia Minor on the east.	Read More >
137	Athens, Greece	The legacy of ancient Greece looms large atop Athens’s Acropolis Hill.	Read More >
138-139	Cruise the Adriatic Sea	The Adriatic boasts a long history of empires and a stunning coastline.	Read More >
140	Venice, Italy	Venice is a rich tapestry of graceful piazzas, tranquil canals and artful footbridges.	Read More >
141	Venice, Italy	Venice’s strikingly beautiful Venetian Gothic buildings date to late medieval times.	Read More >
142	Split, Croatia	The old quarter of Split merges flawlessly with an ancient palace.	Read More >
143	Dubrovnik, Croatia	Dubrovnik’s stunning Old Town is filled with medieval streets and sun-kissed Mediterranean locale.	Read More >
144	Corfu, Greece	Corfu’s rich history echoes in its Venetian-styled Old Town, set on a breathtaking coast.	Read More >
145	Cruise the Strait of Messina	The Strait of Messina, a narrow waterway between the eastern tip of Sicily and the western tip of Calabria, connects the Tyrrhenian Sea to the north with the Ionian Sea to the south.	Read More >
146	Naples, Italy	The legacy of the kingdom of Naples is visible in its grand architecture.	Read More >
147	Rome, Italy	More than 2,500 years of history live in the storied streets of Rome.	Read More >
148	Florence/Pisa, Italy	Florence brims with architectural brilliance and fine art such as Michelangelo’s David.	Read More >
149	Monte Carlo, Monaco	Monte Carlo exudes chic, from the Prince’s Palace to the renowned Casino.	Read More >
150	Marseille, France	France’s oldest city, Marseille’s rich historic treasures include its scenic Old Port.	Read More >
151	Barcelona, Spain	Adorned with Gaudí’s surreal architecture, Barcelona is alive with color and whimsy.	Read More >
152	Barcelona, Spain	Barcelona brims with history, stunning architecture and vibrant Catalonian culture.	Read More >
153	Murcia (Cartagena), Spain	Murcia is celebrated for its farmland and its huertas, fertile market gardens.	Read More >
154	Granada, Spain	Granada is a splendid canvas of Moorish architecture and Andalusian tradition.	Read More >
155	Scenic Cruising: Strait of Gibraltar	The storied Strait of Gibraltar is one of Europe’s most significant waterways.	Read More >
156	Vigo, Spain	Known as Spain’s “Gateway to the Atlantic,” Vigo is steeped in a history that dates back to the Romans.	Read More >
157	Scenic Cruising: English Channel	The famed English Channel separates southern England from northern France.	Read More >
158	Portland, England	Linked to the mainland by a barrier beach, Portland boasts an impressive Viking and naval past.	Read More >
159	Dover, England	Dover faces France across the Straits of Dover, the narrowest part of the English Channel.	Read More >
160	London (Greenwich), England	Upriver from maritime Greenwich, London bustles with lively culture and royal glamour.	Read More >
161	London (Greenwich), England	Maritime Greenwich is a gateway to historic London, seat of the British monarchy.	Read More >

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

Western shores to Eastern horizons

Western shores to Eastern horizons

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