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Viking Opens Bookings for 2027鈥�2028 Ocean and Expedition Voyages

Just Released Departure Dates Now Available for Viking鈥檚 Most Popular Itineraries and a New Antarctic Circle Expedition

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Viking庐 () (NYSE: VIK) today announced that its 2027鈥�2028 ocean and expedition voyages are now open for booking. With destination-focused journeys on all seven continents, additional departures are now available across Viking鈥檚 award-winning ocean and expedition fleet, including the company鈥檚 most popular itineraries. The new sailing dates include voyages on Viking鈥檚 newest ocean ship, the Viking Lyra庐, which is scheduled to join the fleet in 2028 and will spend her inaugural season in the Mediterranean and Scandinavia. As part of today鈥檚 announcement, Viking also unveiled a new expedition itinerary, , which will offer travelers the rare opportunity to cross the 66掳33鈥� line of latitude, which marks the Antarctic Circle, while exploring the 鈥淲hite Continent鈥� 鈥� an honored milestone among polar explorers.

Viking today announced that its 2027鈥�2028 ocean and expedition voyages are now open for booking. With destination-focused voyages on all seven continents, the new departures include additional dates for popular itineraries across Viking鈥檚 award-winning ocean and expedition fleet. Pictured here, a Viking expedition vessel in Antarctica, where the new Into the Antarctic Circle itinerary will offer travelers the rare opportunity to cross the 66掳33鈥� line of latitude, which marks the Antarctic Circle, while exploring the 鈥淲hite Continent.鈥� For more information, visit www.viking.com.

鈥淥ur guests are curious travelers who like to connect with the destinations they visit in a meaningful way,鈥� said Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking. 鈥淲e have always crafted journeys that are designed to bring our guests closer to history, culture and nature in each destination鈥攁nd we are pleased to offer an even wider selection of itineraries and departure dates in the years to come.鈥�

With a fleet of small, all-veranda sister ships designed specifically for ocean voyages and state-of-the-art Polar Class expedition ships, Viking offers more than 100 itineraries across all five oceans and on all seven continents. The 2027鈥�2028 deployment expands the company鈥檚 offerings on its most popular and new voyages, including:

• NEW for 2027 (15 days; Buenos Aires 鈥� Ushuaia) 鈥� Enter the pristine world of the 鈥淲hite Continent鈥� and sail across the 66掳33鈥� line of latitude into the Antarctic Circle. Venture into this untouched polar region that teems with remarkable wildlife and is visited by only a rare few. Navigate narrow channels by Zodiac, kayak ice-laden waters and participate in meaningful science with resident experts from partner organizations such as the University of Cambridge鈥檚 Scott Polar Research Institute and UC San Diego鈥檚 Scripps Institution of Oceanography and J. Craig Venter Institute. A voyage of discoveries and sheer wonder awaits on this extended itinerary that goes beyond mere sightseeing.
• (18 days; Buenos Aires 鈥� Santiago) 鈥� Soak in the eclectic mix of Latin and European influences in the Argentine capital of Buenos Aires, the birthplace of tango. Visit Port Stanley, home to more than one million penguins, and explore the scenic surroundings of Ushuaia, the city at the 鈥淓nd of the World.鈥� Sail through the Strait of Magellan, passing rugged mountain peaks and blue-tinted icebergs and experience Chile鈥檚 vibrant capital city, Santiago.
• (15 days; Stockholm 鈥� Bergen) 鈥� Sail the clear waters of Scandinavia and the Baltic on this 15-day voyage. Delve deeper with overnight stays in the refined capital of Stockholm, the culturally rich city of Oslo and the picturesque coastal city of Bergen. Discover the charming historic center of Tallinn and marvel at the Gothic brick cathedrals in Gda艅sk. Immerse yourself in Norwegian culture in Stavanger and Eidfjord and view breathtaking scenery from your ship as she glides through majestic fjords in the legendary homelands of the Vikings.
• Australia & New Zealand (15 days; Sydney 鈥� Auckland) 鈥� Gain a deep understanding of the native and European influences that shape Australia and New Zealand. Learn about Australia鈥檚 penal past from a descendant of its first settlers. Admire the Victorian treasures of Dunedin, the fragrant English gardens of Christchurch and the art deco glories of Napier. Enjoy the sounds of the didgeridoo from Indigenous Australians and watch the captivating dances of the M膩ori. With Viking, every moment is designed to immerse you in the rich heritage of these southern lands.
• (15 days; Bergen鈥擫ondon) 鈥� Journey through the storied landscapes of the British Isles and explore Norway鈥檚 charming city of Bergen. Discover the legendary Highlands and Western Isles of Scotland and its capital, Edinburgh. Visit the Shetland and Orkney Islands and contrast modern Belfast with traditional Dublin. Experience Welsh culture in Snowdonia. In England, visit Liverpool, home of the legendary Beatles and the 鈥淲orld Capital of Pop,鈥� see historic Dover and its dramatic white chalk cliffs and overnight in Greenwich, a borough of London and home to several iconic maritime institutions.
• (15 days; Toronto 鈥� Duluth) 鈥� Join Viking for a unique voyage across the historic waterways of all five of the majestic Great Lakes. Sail scenic shorelines, explore storied cities and admire the awesome power of the thundering Niagara Falls. Navigate 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.
• Far Eastern Horizons (15 days; Hong Kong 鈥� Tokyo) 鈥� Unravel the mysteries of one of the most captivating corners of Asia. Browse the lively stalls at Hong Kong鈥檚 renowned Stanley Market. Gain a deeper understanding of Taiwan through the perspective of a local guide. In Japan, hear firsthand accounts from residents of Nagasaki and Hiroshima. Uncover the vibrant contrasts of Shimizu and Tokyo with insights from those who live there. With overnight stays in four ports, you will have the time to explore each destination in greater depth.
• (13 days; roundtrip Nuuk) 鈥� Discover the rugged landscapes and awe-inspiring nature of the Arctic Circle. Immerse yourself in Inuit customs and traditions while exploring towns dotted with colorful wooden houses. See the towering peaks of Greenland and the blue-tinged glaciers of the Canadian High Arctic, as you kayak pristine fjords, or partake in a Zodiac shore landing. Join Viking on a once-in-lifetime voyage to remote territories and stunning natural wonders.
• (11 days; Vancouver 鈥� Seward) 鈥� Immerse yourself in Tlingit culture and experience the outpost atmosphere that prevails in charming, mountain-ringed seaside towns. Sail a pristine wilderness of misty fjords, lush forests and gleaming walls of ice, pan for gold like prospectors of old and hear tales of a region where a Wild West spirit still feels very much alive.
• (11 days; Ft. Lauderdale 鈥� Panama City) 鈥� Immerse yourself in nature and discover the colonial gems of Central America. Set sail and relax in the serene surroundings of Cozumel on the east coast of Mexico鈥檚 Yucatan Peninsula. Discover the ancient Mayan civilization in Belize and explore the lush rainforests of Costa Rica. Embark on a crossing of Panama鈥檚 famed canal, an engineering marvel, and witness centuries-old tribal life as you experience the traditions of the Ember谩 people.
• (10 days; Venice 鈥� Athens) 鈥� Ten days. Nine magnificent destinations. One epic journey. Sail the Adriatic and Aegean, taking in all the riches of this fabled region. On an exploration bookended by iconic Venice and Athens, discover the ancient ruins of Olympia and the Acropolis. Explore the medieval warrens of Zadar and Dubrovnik and admire the famed whitewashed villages of Santorini. Delight in the beauty of Corfu and be captivated by Koper, the gateway to picturesque Slovenia.
• Iceland鈥檚 Natural Beauty (8 days; roundtrip Reykjavik) 鈥� Discover Iceland鈥檚 majestic shores as you explore this northern isle鈥檚 coastal towns. Encounter unparalleled natural beauty and see cascading waterfalls amid pristine fjords. Discover Viking heritage as you follow in the footsteps of intrepid Norse explorer Leif Eriksson, widely regarded as the first European to set foot in North America. Or observe the remarkable diversity of wildlife, from puffins and Arctic foxes to seals and whales. Join us for a truly immersive experience that brings you closer to nature and all her splendor.
• (8 days; Barcelona 鈥� Rome) 鈥� France鈥檚 famed southern coast and Italy鈥檚 Renaissance treasures take center stage on this eight-day Mediterranean sojourn. Immerse yourself in Catalonian and Tuscan art, architecture and history during overnights in Barcelona and Tuscany. In the South of France, call on historic Montpellier and picturesque Marseille and visit Monte Carlo, Monaco鈥檚 glamorous city by the sea.

Viking鈥檚 Award-Winning Fleet

Viking was rated #1 for Oceans, #1 for Rivers and #1 for Expeditions by Cond茅 Nast Traveler in the 2024 Readers鈥� Choice Awards for the second consecutive year. Viking was also named a 鈥淲orld鈥檚 Best鈥� for oceans, rivers and expeditions in Travel + Leisure鈥檚 2025 World鈥檚 Best Awards. No other travel company has simultaneously received the same honors from both publications. In the 2025 World鈥檚 Best Awards, Viking was once again named #1 for Expeditions, a position it has maintained since its first year of eligibility in that category. Viking was named Best Luxury Line, Best Line for Couples and Best Line in the Mediterranean in U.S. News & World Report鈥檚 2025 Best Cruise Lines ranking for the fourth consecutive year. Viking鈥檚 ocean ships have also been rated and 鈥淩ecommended鈥� as part of the Forbes Travel Guide 2024 Star Awards, an annual independent evaluation for luxury travel brands. Additionally, Cruise Critic honored Viking with seven awards across the Luxury (Ocean), River and Expedition categories 2024 Best in Cruise Awards.

One Viking

Designed for curious travelers, Viking鈥檚 river, ocean and expedition voyages bring guests to the heart of enriching destinations on all seven continents. From Europe鈥檚 iconic waterways and the storied shores of the Mediterranean to the Canadian High Arctic and Antarctica, the Viking experience is singular. To learn more, visit .

Booking Details

From now through August 31, 2025, Viking is offering North American travelers the Summer Sale, with reduced fares on all-inclusive voyages, with up to free international airfare and a $25 deposit. Call Viking toll free at 1-800-2-VIKING (1-800-284-5464) or contact a travel advisor for booking details.

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About Viking

Viking (NYSE: VIK) was founded in 1997 and provides destination-focused journeys on rivers, oceans and lakes around the world. Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Chairman and CEO Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences For The Thinking Person鈩�. Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Cond茅 Nast Traveler in the 2023 and 2024 Readers鈥� Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a 鈥淲orld鈥檚 Best鈥� for rivers, oceans and expeditions by Travel + Leisure. No other travel company has simultaneously received the same honors by both publications. For additional information, contact Viking at 1-800-2-VIKING (1-800-284-5464) or visit . For Viking鈥檚 award-winning enrichment channel, visit .

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