Viking Announces New 2027-2028 World Cruise Itineraries

Four Epic Viking Voyages Visiting Dozens of Countries Across Six Continents Now Available

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today announced its new 2027-2028 World Cruise itineraries, including the Viking World Cruise, which will journey around the world in 142 days, visiting 31 countries with 62 guided tours in distinct ports of call and overnight stays in 16 cities. Setting sail on the elegant Viking Vesta® from Fort Lauderdale on December 28, 2027, the itinerary will include ports of call across six continents before its final destination of London on May 18, 2028.

“Our approach has always been different. At Viking, we always focus on the destination,” said Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking. “Our World Cruises are thoughtfully designed to offer the opportunity to experience dozens of fascinating destinations around the world in one seamless voyage—these epic voyages are truly the ultimate in exploration.”

Viking’s World Cruise itineraries visit many of the world’s most iconic cities, alongside lesser-known destinations, and culturally rich ports of call, all in one continuous journey. World Cruise guests can explore ports in Central America, transit the famed Panama Canal and journey up the West Coast of North America before crossing the Pacific Ocean and calling on islands in Hawaii and French Polynesia including Tahiti. From there, World Cruise guests traverse New Zealand and Australia, call on ports in Southeast Asia and explore Africa—with multiple options for wildlife safari excursions—before reaching iconic cities in Western Europe.

Guests on Viking’s World Cruises will enjoy overnight stays in world-renowned ports such as Sydney, Singapore, Zanzibar, Cape Town, Casablanca and many others, allowing for deeper exploration. Those guests who wish to extend their journey may choose the 170-day Viking World Voyage III, which continues from London and includes 21 additional ports of call across Northern Europe and Scandinavia before concluding in Stockholm. Viking also offers additional options, including the 153-day Viking World Voyage IV, which sails from Los Angeles to Stockholm and visits 37 countries, as well as the shorter 125-day Viking World Discoveries voyage, which departs from Los Angeles, visits 27 countries and concludes in London.

While on board, Viking offers extensive cultural enrichment through onboard lectures and entertainment, including the Viking Resident Historian® program, which provides guests with a high-level historical and cultural education specific to their journey. Guests can immerse themselves in the world’s cultures during included excursions that provide unmatched insight into daily life, the opportunity to connect with local culture, traditions and communities. For those seeking a deeper understanding of the destination, optional excursions provide in-depth experiences that range from behind-the-scenes access to local life and the working world, as well as Privileged Access® experiences at cultural institutions that are available to the general public. Viking also offers World Cruise guests the unique opportunity for optional multi-day overland excursions to explore the region further inland before rejoining the ship at a later port. Guests can choose a variety of overland experiences, including the six-day Uluru & Great Barrier Reef Overland excursion to admire Australia’s natural wonders; a six-day India’s Golden Triangle Overland excursion to experience the famed landmarks of the country including the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort and the “Pink City” of Jaipur; or the five-day Kruger National Park Overland excursion in search of the “Big-5” in Africa.

Viking’s Award-Winning Fleet

Viking was rated #1 for Oceans, #1 for Rivers and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards for the second consecutive year. Viking was also named a “World’s Best” for oceans, rivers and expeditions in Travel + Leisure’s 2025 World’s Best Awards. No other travel company has simultaneously received the same honors from both publications. Viking was named Best Luxury Line, Best Line for Couples and Best Line in the Mediterranean in U.S. News & World Report’s 2025 Best Cruise Lines ranking for the fourth consecutive year. Viking’s ocean ships have also been rated and “Recommended” 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.

Booking Details

From now through August 31, 2025, Viking is offering North American travelers special savings on 2027-2028 World Cruises, including free business class airfare and transfers, a $4,000 per couple shore excursion credit, a $2,000 per couple shipboard credit, complimentary Silver Spirits Beverage Package and more. Returning Viking guests also receive an additional $2,000 per couple in shipboard credit. Plus, guests can enjoy a limited-time reduced deposit of 10%. As always, Viking Inclusive Value also features one complimentary shore excursion in each port, complimentary access to The Nordic Spa & Fitness Center, free Wi-Fi and more. Guests who pay in full early may also enjoy additional savings. 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™. Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2023 and 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a “World’s Best” 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 www.viking.com. For Viking’s award-winning enrichment channel, visit www.viking.tv.