Explore Antarctica, the Arctic or the Great Lakes on a Viking Expedition

Following the recent launch of Viking expeditions, you can now look forward to exploring Antarctica, the Arctic and North America’s Great Lakes on board Viking’s two new purpose-built expedition ships.

Maintaining its reputation as The Thinking Person’s Cruise, Viking has developed an exclusive range of enriching expedition itineraries in partnership with some of the world’s most prestigious scientific organisations, including the Scott Polar Research Institute at the University of Cambridge.

Every expedition voyage is accompanied by at least 25 experts and scientists who specialise in a variety of fields, from marine biology to ornithology, and guests can take part in fieldwork and other experiential activities during landings, such as collecting samples of vegetation or monitoring the migratory patterns of birds.

On board the new Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris, you will enjoy the same elegant, Scandinavian-inspired design features and comforts of Viking’s existing award-winning vessels, as well as sightings of extraordinary wildlife and panoramic views of your spectacular surroundings from any location — even your stateroom.

Your Viking Expedition Fare includes

• A Nordic Balcony stateroom complete with floor-to-ceiling windows, a king-size bed, binoculars and a mini-bar
• Multiple complimentary shore excursions and outdoor experiences
• Access to kayaks, RIBs, military pro zodiacs and two yellow six seater submarines
• Enriching onboard expedition briefings, programs and lectures presented by the world class Viking Expedition Team and Viking Resident Scientists
• The use of expedition gear such as boots, trekking poles, binoculars, skis, waterproof pants and other outerwear
• Access to The Nordic Spa, including the sauna, hydrotherapy pool and fitness centre
• A keepsake Viking Expedition Jacket for you to take home (for polar itineraries only)
• All onboard meals, with a choice of six dining venues, and complimentary wine, beer and soft drink served at lunch and dinner
• Onboard Wi-Fi
• 24 hour room service and access to specialty coffees, teas and bottled water
• Self service launderettes
• Internal flights
• All onboard tipping and gratuities, port charges and government taxes

So far, Viking’s popular expedition itineraries include:

Antarctic Explorer

Sailing from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia via the Antarctic peninsula, this 13-day expedition voyage is the ultimate adventure. Retrace the footsteps of explorers such as Amundsen, Shackleton and Scott, and discover the world’s last truly wild frontier, complete with towering glaciers, dramatic snow-covered landscapes, immense icebergs and remarkable wildlife — think humpback whales, orcas, leopard seals, Gentoo penguins, several species of migratory bird and more.

Iceland & Norway's Arctic Explorer

On board this spectacular 15-day expedition voyage from Bergen to Reykjavik, explore the "top of the world" and dDiscover life in the far north during your voyage across the Arctic Circle and along the distant shores of Norway and Iceland. Marvel at the rugged beauty of Geiranger, visit the former Hanseatic League city of Bergen and admire Honningsvåg’s remote North Cape. Enjoy an overnight stay in Longyearbyen, home to more polar bears than people, and call at Tromsø, Norway’s most northernly city.

Great Lakes Collection

On this exciting 15-day Great Lakes itinerary, cross the historic waterways of all five of the majestic Great Lakes. Experience culture-rich urban centers and admire the awesome power of thundering Niagara Falls. Explore the granite islands and sheltered inlets of Georgian Bay and traverse the famous Soo Locks. Study the aquatic ecosystems of the lakes as you journey and venture into the dense boreal forests that line the shores of Lake Superior and Lake Michigan.