Viking Voyage Calendar
When to enjoy Viking's most popular voyages
- A cruise for every month of the year
- All-inclusive voyages for curious travellers
- Destination immersive journeys
- A shore excursion at every port of call included
No matter which month you're planning to travel, there's a perfect Viking cruise waiting for you.
Plan your Viking cruise now and take advantage of the limited time Fly Free Offer.*
With a voyage for every calendar page, our guide helps you experience each destination at its best, showcasing the ideal times to explore Viking’s most popular destinations.
- January to March
- April to June
- July to September
- October to December
- The Viking difference
- Travel Talk Event
- *Terms & Conditions
Viking Voyage Calendar
January
Antarctic Explorer
Buenos Aires to Ushuaia
12 Nights | 2 Countries
From $19,195 per person, twin share*
January is the best time to see penguin chicks and seal pups in Antarctica. This ultimate adventure takes you to the Antarctic peninsula, where you will marvel at towering glaciers, snow-covered landscapes, immense icebergs and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife viewing. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
February
Iconic Western Mediterranean
Barcelona to Rome or vice versa
7 Nights | 4 Countries | 5 Tours
From $5,395 per person, twin share*
Visit the Mediterranean in February to enjoy milder weather and fewer travellers. See historic ports as you trace majestic shores and experience a wealth of timeless treasures on a 7-night Mediterranean sojourn. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
March
In Search of the Northern Lights
London to Bergen or vice versa
12 Nights | 3 Countries | 5 Tours
From $8495 per person, twin share*
March offers the best chance of clear skies to observe the Northern Lights. Delve into Sami legends and World War II history and pilot a dog sled or snowmobile to further immerse yourself in the Norwegian Arctic. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
April
Tulips & Windmills
Amsterdam to Amsterdam
9 Nights | 2 Countries | 8 Tours
From $8395 per person, twin share*
See vibrant tulips in full bloom across Holland & Belgium in April, where you can roam the famous Keukenhof Gardens, the world’s largest floral park. The best time to see the Low Countries is spring when all these flowers bloom, on our 9-night river voyage. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
May
Alaska & the Inside Passage
Vancouver to Seward or vice versa
10 Nights | 2 Countries | 7 Tours
From $9495 per person, twin share*
May is best for spotting whales & bears emerging from hibernation in Alaska. Sail a pristine wilderness of misty fjords, lush forests and gleaming walls of ice and hear tales of a region where a Wild West spirit still feels very much alive. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
June
Into the Midnight Sun - Bergen to London
14 Nights | 3 Countries | 9 Tours
From $11,395 per person, twin share*
Take advantage of Norway’s long sunny days & lush landscapes in June and sail across the Arctic Circle where the midnight sun shines 24 hours a day. Follow in the footsteps of Vikings between the remote beauty of North Cape and the windswept Shetland and Orkney Islands of Scotland. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
July
Lyon & Provence
Avignon to Lyon or vice versa
7 Nights | 1 Country | 7 Tours
From $6995 per person, twin share*
Visit Southern France in July to enjoy landscapes awash in fragrant lavender. You can savour local wines, hunt for truffles and see how chèvre cheese is made. Admire the beauty that inspired artists like Cézanne and Chagall on this eight-day voyage. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
August
Into the Northwest Passage
Nuuk to Nuuk
12 Nights | 2 Countries
From $21,195 per person, twin share*
The receding sea ice in August makes spotting polar bears easier in Baffin Bay. View the towering peaks of Greenland and the blue-tinged glaciers of the Canadian High Arctic, as you kayak pristine fjords or partake in a thrilling Zodiac landing. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
September
Portugal's River of Gold
Lisbon to Porto
9 Nights | 2 Countries | 8 Tours
From $8995 per person, twin share*
Sail the Douro River Valley in September to experience the grape harvest in Douro Valley vineyards, the world’s oldest demarcated wine region and a UNESCO Site. Our 9-night itinerary includes a hotel stay in Lisbon and the added bonus of a visit to Spain. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
October
Grand European Tour
Budapest to Amsterdam or vice versa
14 Nights | 4 Countries | 12 Tours
From $9995 per person, twin share*
Visit Central Europe in October, when there are fewer travellers and pleasant weather. Spanning the best of Europe, trace the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers between the windmill-dotted waterways of Holland and the stunning landscapes of Hungary on this 14-night journey. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
November
Magnificent Mekong
Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi or vice versa
14 Nights | 2 Countries | 16 Tours
From $15,395 per person, twin share*
November’s drier weather is perfect for observing local life along the Mekong. Shop Old Hanoi’s markets, see the Khmer temple complex of Angkor Wat and behold the haunting beauty of Ta Prohm Temple, where jungle vines embrace ancient ruins. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
December
Christmas on the Rhine
Amsterdam to Basel or vice versa
7 Nights | 4 Countries | 9 Tours
From $6,395 per person, twin share*
December sees European town squares packed with festive Christmas markets. Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as you journey through storybook villages. Sample tasty yuletide treats and regional delicacies as you browse colourful stalls for handcrafted ornaments and unique gifts. Contact your RAC Travel Consultant for more information.
The Viking difference
When most cruise lines are building bigger ships, Viking Cruises provides a thoughtful, authentic and well-designed small ship experience that brings you closer to the world’s cultures. The ‘Viking difference’ is used to identify what sets them apart from other cruise lines, all the things that Viking doesn't offer — because Viking's aim is to provide more of what you really need and less of what you don’t.
No casinos | No charge for alternative restaurants | No smoking | No children under 18 | No charge for Wi-Fi | No waiting in lines | No umbrella drinks | No charge for use of self-service laundry | No formal nights, butlers, or white gloves | No photographers | No entrance fee for The Spa | No nickel-and-diming | No art auctions | No spa sales pressure | No charge for beer & wine with lunch & dinner | No inside staterooms
Viking inclusive value
At Viking you should not have to open your wallet every time you want a cup of coffee, a glass of wine or an excursion ashore. Viking's goal is to provide you with great value, so the cruises are designed to give you more for your money, with a cruise fare that includes everything that you need — from meals and beverages to shore excursions and Wi-Fi.
Applicable across all Viking river, ocean and expedition cruises
- One complimentary shore excursion at every port of call
- Enrichment lectures & destination performances
- Unlimited free Wi-Fi
- Beer, wine & soft drink served with onboard lunches & dinners
- 24-hour access to specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
- All port taxes & fees
- Airport transfers with Viking Air purchase
Additional inclusions on ocean and expeditions cruises
- Multiple dining venues, including alternative restaurant dining & daily afternoon tea
- 24-hour room service
- Complimentary access to our top-rated spa & state-of-the-art fitness centre
- Self-service launderette with iron & ironing board
Inclusions exclusive to expedition cruises
- Complimentary onshore excursions; from 2-seater kayaks to a fleet of military pro zodiacs
- Viking excursion gear, boots and expedition kit for you to use on land and sea excursions
- A complimentary Viking Expedition Jacket for you to keep (on polar itineraries)
- Internal flights
Travel Talk with Viking Cruises
Date: 27 March 2025
Join us for an afternoon tea and explore the Viking Difference. Enjoy a warm cup of tea and delightful treats as an expert from the renowned small-ship cruise line shares insights into Viking's unforgettable, destination-focused journeys.
*Prices are per person, in Australian Dollars, based on double occupancy and starting prices. Prices are subject to availability and change without notice and include all eligible savings. Prices are correct as at 23 January 2025. Please enquire with your local RAC travel consultant for current pricing, availability and full terms & conditions General RAC Travel terms and conditions apply.
Fly Free Offer
Ocean Voyages:
Companion flies free + $500 shipboard credit: Companion Fly Free Economy Flights up to the value of AU$2400 when booking flights with Viking. Companion Fly Free is economy flight(s) for one guest up to the value of AU$2400 to/from Australia/New Zealand. If the flight cost exceeds AU$2400 for that guest, the guest will cover the difference. If flights are cheaper than AU$2400 for that guest, the unused portion of the air funds will be waived and cannot be transferred towards any other portion of the booking or any other person. Flight cost difference is to be paid at the time of flight booking. A guest can use the AU$2400 to instead upgrade to business class or premium economy (booked through Viking) with AU$2400 off business/premium economy airfare, with the difference to be covered by the guest. Upgrade flight cost difference is to be paid at the time of flight booking. Applicable if flights are booked through Viking and must be booked in conjunction with a selected 2025/2026/2027 Ocean or Expedition cruise. Flights are Viking’s choice of airline for selected major gateways in AU/NZ: ADL / AKL / BNE / CBR / CHC / CNS / DRW / HBA / LST / MEL / OOL / PER / SYD / WLG. Guests must return their air form to Viking within 14 business days of receiving request for flights, otherwise Viking reserve the right to remove the free air promo and apply the respective in lieu of flights discount. Valid on bookings made by 31 March 2025. Guest may not request to change to flights included promotion post campaign end date of 31 March 2025. Viking will reach out to your travel advisor once flights are in the date range, at this point you may nominate your preferred departure/arrival dates. Both guests must be on the same airline booking (PNR) and fly together in both directions. Solo guests for Ocean can use up to AU$2400 towards their flights. Any unused portion of the air funds will be waived and cannot be transferred towards any other portion of the booking or any other person or booking. Flight offers and the deposit amount varies for World Cruises, Longitudinal World Cruises, and Grand Journeys. Companion Fly Free offer excludes the Grand Australian Circumnavigation itinerary.
Save AU$2400 and book flights independently: Guest booking is eligible to get a total discount of AU$2400 per booking off the cruise fare at the time of booking in lieu of the Companion Free Economy Class flights. Solo travellers will receive a dollar discount of AU$2400 per booking off the cruise fare instead of the free companion flights. Guests book their own flights independently of Viking. Valid on bookings made by 31 March 2025, excluding the Grand Australia Circumnavigation itinerary. Guest may not request to change to flights included promotion post campaign end date of 31 March 2025. Please use code CRO24 to activate the In Lieu of Flights offer when booking online or via the Contact Centre.
AU$500 Shipboard Credit per stateroom for all Ocean bookings: All new bookings on a Viking Ocean voyage will receive an AU$500 Shipboard Credit per stateroom. The AU$500 Shipboard Credit cannot be transferred towards any other booking or any other person. The AU$500 Shipboard Credit also applies to the Grand Australian Circumnavigation itinerary but excludes any World Cruise or World Journey itineraries.
River Voyages:
Fly free up to $2400 per person: Fly Free Economy Flights up to the value of AU$2400 pp when booking flights with Viking. Fly Free is economy flight(s) for both guests up to the value of AU$2400 per person (pp) to/from Australia/New Zealand. If the flight cost exceeds AU$2400pp the guest will cover the difference. If flights are cheaper than AU$2400pp the unused portion of the air funds will be waived and cannot be transferred towards any other portion of the booking or any other person. A guest can use the AU$2400pp to instead upgrade to business class or premium economy (booked through Viking) with the difference to be covered by the guest. Any flight cost difference is to be paid at the time of flight booking. Applicable if flights are booked through Viking and must be booked in conjunction with a selected 2025/2026/2027 Viking River cruise. Flights are Viking’s choice of airline for selected major gateways in AU/NZ: ADL / AKL / BNE / CBR / CHC / CNS / DRW / HBA / LST / MEL / OOL / PER / SYD / WLG. Guest must return their air form to Viking within 14 business days of receiving request for flights, otherwise Viking reserve the right to remove the free air promo and apply the respective in lieu of flights discount. Valid on bookings made by 31 March 2025. Guest may not request to change to flights included promotion post campaign end date of 31 March 2025. Viking will reach out to you or your travel advisor once flights are in the date range, at this point you may nominate your preferred departure/arrival dates. Both guests must be on the same airline booking (PNR) and fly together in both directions. Solo guests for River can use up to AU$4800 towards their flights. Any unused portion of the air funds will be waived and cannot be transferred towards any other portion of the booking or any other person or booking.
Save AU$2400pp and book flights independently: Guests are eligible to get a discount of AU$2400 per person (pp) off the cruise fare at the time of booking in lieu of the Free Economy Class flights. Solo guests for River are eligible to get a discount of AUD$4800 per booking off the cruise fare in lieu of the free flights. Guests book their own flights independently of Viking. Valid on bookings made by 31 March 2025. Guest may not request to change to flights included promotion post campaign end date of 31 March 2025.
