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Classic China & the Coast
Delight in stunning mountain scenery as you journey across the White Pass summit and into the Yukon. This 8-day journey from Istanbul to Athens (or the reverse) showcases the most important sites of antiquity in Turkey and Greece, providing insight into how some of the greatest moments in Western civilization unfolded. Admire the scenic beauty and stunning vistas of Mt. Udo, Mt. Fuji and the Miho Peninsula. Witness Osaka’s ancient shrines and imperial history or venture to fascinating Kyoto.
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Chilkoot Trail Hike, River Raft & Summit Drive
As a result, we didn’t get to walk around the town itself, although we could probably have fitted it in. I wrote a separate story about the waterfalls in Keystone Canyon which can be found here. Follow our social media and blog for the latest cruise and travel news, including our best vacation deals. Discover magnificent wildlife and inspiring natural views during an excursion through the Chilkoot Valley.
Viking River Cruises
Firstly, we managed to get a window table in the Chef’s Table restaurant and watched the mountains glide by as the sun slowly set, and then we were treated to a magnificent sunset seen from the balcony of our cabin. Skim Sitka's straits on board a rigid inflatable boat, or RIB, en route to a mouthwatering Alaskan feast. Gain fascinating insight into Sitka’s past and visit local sanctuaries that care for injured or orphaned animals. Enjoy Sitka and its stunning setting on the Gulf of Alaska as you discover its fascinating landmarks.
This 21-day cruise from Athens to Mumbai explores the trade routes of the earliest merchants across six countries from Greece to India, with discoveries of ancient treasures and fascinating legends along the way. This 15-day journey from Bergen to Reykjavík takes you on a voyage across the Arctic Circle and along the distant shores of Norway and Iceland, and includes an overnight stay in Longyearbyen, home to more polar bears than people. This 10-day cruise from Venice to Athens (or the reverse) embarks on a journey of discovery to some of the eastern Mediterranean’s most storied destinations, revealing vestiges of great empires. Discover the heart of Central America and the Panama Canal on a remarkable 11-day voyage.
Stateroom photos are for sample purposes only -- actual design and layout may vary. 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.Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.
Day 4
This 17-day cruise from Bali to Sydney (or the reverse) sails through the tropical Indonesian archipelago and along the legendary coast of Australia, revealing the beauty and wonder of their cultural and natural splendors. This 15-day journey from Bergen to Montreal sails in the wake of Leif Eriksson, showcasing the beauty of the Lofoten Islands, Iceland and Greenland and the rich cultures of Eastern Canada. This 11-day cruise from Vancouver to Seward (or the reverse) delves deep into seldom-visited gold rush ports, highlighting their Tlingit and Russian culture, and reveals the breathtaking wonders of the Inside Passage and the Yakutat Bay.
We thought this might have been on the coast, but it is actually just a little inland along the fast-running creek. I’ve written a story here about using digital painting techniques to bring some life and warmth back into the rather drab scene on Creek Street in the rain. There is the National Historical Park here with a collection of many totem poles carved by the local Tlinkit people installed in the forest as well as a Raptor rescue center, both of which are an easy walk from the town. Both well worth a visit and you can see my recollections of the place in this story about Sitka. By Monday morning, we had reached the small town of Skagway set in its glacial valley. Skagway was built to support the gold rush that created so much wealth (and destroyed so many lives) in the 1890s as it was one of main ways that miners aiming to try their luck in the Klondike started their journey in Alaska.
By now, we were used to relatively cloudy conditions in the early morning with brighter sunny days later on, but our next visit to Ketchikan proved this wrong. Luckily, we had packed our rain clothing and so we were able to trudge through the rain to the Potlatch Park and their demonstrations and stories of the Tlinkit people and their totem pole carvings. Then we walked around the town, eventually finding the famous Creek Street houses and shops (and brothel).
Legend says that the town was named for a mythical woman who turned herself to stone at Skagway’s bay. This 15-day cruise from San Juan to Barcelona crosses oceans and bridges cultures on an enriching trans-Atlantic voyage, pausing to explore the lush Madeira island en route. This 13-day journey from Montreal to New York City (or the reverse) explores the cultural riches, natural beauty and rich European-inspired history of Eastern Canada and New England. This 15-day cruise from Sydney to Auckland (or the reverse) sails the southern seas to charming ports offering a unique blend of European and Māori culture, as well as fascinating wildlife and picturesque settings. Join us in 2023 on board our newest ocean vessel, Viking Neptune, as we set sail from Los Angeles to explore the world’s most iconic destinations during a 121-day journey of grand discovery.
We cannot be held responsible for any costs you incur as a result of failing to do so. Be on the lookout for local wildlife as you cruise the waters of the Sitka Sound. Set sail on an expedition cruise in search of wildlife and learn about rural life at a homestead. Paddle through the waters of Summit Lake and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this pristine setting. Board a luxury rail car for a journey back in time to Skagway’s late 19th-century gold rush.
The weather had been unseasonably warm in Alaska but there was still snow on the mountains and we were generally lucky (I think) with the weather throughout the cruise. Probably more expensive than other cruises but almost everything is included in the price and there is no “nickel and diming” that is common with other companies. This article is a summary of the cruise and links to all the separate stories I have written to describe and illustrate the voyage. I’ve enjoyed going through my images (and my memories) to put these stories together. I hope you will enjoy reading them, and, if you do, please comment and let me know what you think. You can also add your email to join my contact list and get updated whenever I add new posts to the site.
In Alaska, cruise into glacier-strewn, mountain-ringed bays, stopping in former frontier towns to hear stories of trappers and lumberjacks. Stay current with special offers, news and destination-focused content. The cruise started in Seward although we had booked air using Viking and so we were taken by coach from Anchorage to Seward. If you are traveling with your own arrangements, the train from Anchorage pulls into Seward right by the ship, and so that seems to be a very easy way to get to the docks.
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