Viking has opened bookings for its 2028-2029 Expedition Voyages, featuring new departure dates across the company’s most popular itineraries in the Arctic, Antarctica, and the Great Lakes.
Designed for immersive exploration in some of the world’s most remote regions, the expanded offerings include additional sailings of Viking’s epic Longitudinal World Cruises, which journey between the Great Lakes and Antarctica, as well as the unique Into the Antarctic Circle itinerary, offering guests the rare opportunity to cross the 66°33′ line of latitude into the Antarctic Circle – an honoured milestone among polar explorers.
“Our guests are curious travellers who seek meaningful experiences and a deeper connection to the destinations they visit,” Viking chairman and CEO Torstein Hagen said. “Our expedition voyages are designed to bring them closer to the natural world through immersive exploration and discovery, alongside scientists and destination experts. We are pleased to offer even more opportunities in the years to come.”
The 2028–2029 deployment expands the company’s expedition offerings in the polar regions on the Viking Octantis and her identical sister ship, the Viking Polaris, with itineraries including:
- Into the Antarctic Circle (15 days; Buenos Aires – Ushuaia)
Travellers enter the world of the “White Continent” and sail across the 66°33′ line of latitude into the Antarctic Circle. They then venture into the untouched polar region that teems with remarkable wildlife. Activities include exploring narrow channels by Zodiac, kayaking amidst the ice flows, and participating in scientific studies with resident experts from partner organisations such as the University of Cambridge’s Scott Polar Research Institute and UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography and J. Craig Venter Institute.
- Arctic to Antarctic Explorer (81 days; Nuuk – Ushuaia)
Trace the shores of Greenland, the Americas and Antarctica in search of heritage-rich cultures and untouched wilderness. Journey past the floating icebergs and towering mountains of the Canadian High Arctic before sailing toward the lush isles and turquoise waters of the Bahamas. Explore the western coast of South America to glimpse its pristine nature and venture into the “White Continent” of Antarctica, on a quest for wildlife and glacial beauty.
- Great Lakes Treasures (10 days; roundtrip Milwaukee)
Sail the vast waterways of the Great Lakes, the largest freshwater system in the world. Explore the islands of the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve and admire their bucolic landscapes. Venture out to Flowerpot Island in the Fathom Five National Marine Park and marvel at the pink granite isles of the Benjamin Islands. Participate in lab studies as you explore coastal wetlands and delve into the Native cultures of the Great Lakes.
- Into the Northwest Passage (13 days; roundtrip Nuuk)
Discover the rugged landscapes and awe-inspiring nature of the Arctic Circle. Immerse in Inuit customs and traditions while exploring towns dotted with colourful wooden houses. See the towering peaks of Greenland and the blue-tinged glaciers of the Canadian High Arctic – kayaking pristine fjords or partaking in a Zodiac shore landing. Join Viking on a once-in-a-lifetime voyage to remote territories and stunning natural wonders.
- Antarctic Explorer (13 days; Buenos Aires – Ushuaia)
Journey to the Antarctic Peninsula, a landscape defined by blue-hued icebergs, immense glaciers and snow-covered shores. Walk in the footsteps of great explorers and venture into the world’s last truly wild frontier and participate in meaningful science on board a state-of-the-art expedition vessel. Each day brings unexpected wonders with the ever-changing Antarctic weather and sailing pristine waters in search of epic wildlife.
- Great Lakes Collection (15 days; Toronto – Duluth)
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 throughout your journey and venture into the dense boreal forests that line the shores of Lake Superior and Lake Michigan.
- Longitudinal World Cruise IV (62 days; Milwaukee to Ushuaia)
Embark in Milwaukee then journey from the Great Lakes to Antarctica, a land of majestic glaciers and epic wildlife. A state-of-the-art vessel brings a wealth of opportunities to experience remote outposts by kayak, Zodiac and submarine. From Chile’s pristine fjords to North America’s iconic cities and the largest freshwater system on Earth, this longitudinal voyage from north to south unveils the remarkable diversity the world has to offer.
