Enriching Shore Excursions

Viking creates excursions that enhance your understanding of everyday life. Go beyond the familiar and the iconic to explore the hidden secrets of intriguing lands and cultures.

Three Values

Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen shares his thoughts on three important values for human beings—and why travel is good for the world.

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2024 New Year’s Message from Torstein Hagen

Join Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen as he reflects on the past year and looks ahead to the future in a New Year’s message for the extended Viking family of guests and crew.

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The Viking Difference: Ocean Voyages

Learn more about what it is like to explore the world from the comfort of an elegant award-winning small ship.

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In this new video diary about his December 2022 voyage to Antarctica, Viking Chairman Tor Hagen invites viewers to join him on the trip of a lifetime. Filmed by his Oslo neighbor, Lene, the home videos showcase the incredible wildlife, scenery and scientific research that Tor and his fellow travelers experienced while exploring the “White Continent.”

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Viking’s 26th Anniversary

In this special video message, Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen marks our 26th anniversary and the destination-focused approach that has helped make us the world’s leading exploration company. Learn more about our offerings on all seven continents, as well as the historic recognition we have received from the readers of  Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.

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Be Curious

Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen shares three things his family encouraged while growing up in Norway-kindness, honesty, and hard work. And the fourth that he has come to add over time: be curious.

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Onwards

Viking has been voted the world’s #1 for both rivers and oceans by Travel + Leisure as well as Condé Nast Traveler. Our newest national television commercial, “Onwards,” celebrates these prestigious awards.

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Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen discusses his trip to Antarctica

Discover what a journey to Antarctica is really like during this exclusive conversation between Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen and award-winning British photographer Alastair Miller. Learn more about the magnificent landscapes and majestic wildlife Tor encountered during his own expedition to the “White Continent” on board the Viking Polaris. Follow along as our chairman shares the intriguing story of how his lifelong passion for travel and interest in far-flung destinations began during his childhood, when he sent a letter to Ushuaia from his home in Norway.

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Viking is #1 for Rivers, Oceans and Expeditions | Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

The results of Condé Nast Traveler’s 2023 Readers’ Choice Awards have been announced, and we are delighted to share that Viking was voted #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans and #1 for Expeditions. This is the first time a travel company has been voted the best across all three of these categories simultaneously, and the third consecutive year we have won for both rivers and oceans. Where do we go next? Onwards.

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An Invitation to Join Tor in Antarctica

Enjoy a brief preview of Tor’s Travels, a new video diary in which Viking Chairman Tor Hagen shares highlights from his December 2022 voyage to Antarctica on board the Viking Polaris. Filmed by his Oslo neighbor, Lene, the home videos showcase the incredible wildlife, scenery and scientific research that Tor and his fellow travelers experienced while exploring the “White Continent.”

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Chairman Torstein Hagen’s Presentation

On January 15, 2020, Chairman Torstein Hagen provided an update on our river and ocean cruise business before officially unveiling the details of Viking Expeditions and our new journeys to the ends of the earth and closer to home.

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Named "World's Best" for Oceans, Rivers & Expeditions

In a special recorded message, Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen thanks our extended Viking family of guests and colleagues, following the July 11, 2023 announcement that Viking has been voted to the top of our categories for oceans, rivers and expeditions by the readers of Travel + Leisure in the 2023 World's Best Awards.

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Welcome Back to the World

We invite you to reawaken your spirit of discovery and celebrate our return to sailing. Join us in exploring the world in comfort…once again.

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Named #1 for Both Rivers & Oceans

Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen thanks our extended Viking family of guests and colleagues, following the July 12, 2022 announcement that Viking has been voted the world’s #1 for both rivers and oceans by Travel + Leisure as well as Condé Nast Traveler. Where do we go next? Onwards.

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Viking: 25 Years of Exploration

In celebration of our 25th anniversary, learn more about Viking’s history and some of the key partners who have contributed to our success.

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Viking: Celebrating Exploration and Growth

First, Viking invented modern river cruising. Then, we reinvented ocean cruising. Now, we are perfecting expedition cruising with journeys to the ends of the earth and closer to home.

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Viking’s 25th Anniversary

Chairman Torstein Hagen marks Viking’s 25th anniversary and reflects on key milestones since the company was founded on August 5, 1997.

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The World of Viking

Immerse yourself in intriguing cultures and awaken your senses. Discover new horizons as you spend more time in port, giving you more opportunities to explore. This is the World of Viking.

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Viking: Our Norwegian Heritage

Centuries ago, the birth of the Viking Age gave rise to the Norwegian tradition of exploration. Today, Viking proudly carries on this tradition, providing a glimpse into the spirit of Norway with elegant ships built for discovery. Join Karine Hagen, Sr. Vice President of Viking, as she reveals Norwegian influences thoughtfully integrated throughout our ocean ships.

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Viking Curated Libraries

Learn the story behind our onboard libraries, specially curated by London bookshop Heywood Hill to enrich and enhance your experience both at your destination and on the ship.

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Cruising for Explorers

Join us as we usher in a new era of ocean cruising by taking the innovative thinking behind our award-winning river cruises and bringing it to the epic setting of the sea.

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Viking: Reinventing Ocean Cruising

We launched Viking Ocean Cruises to reinvent the category. And it didn’t take long for us to rise to the top. If you prefer an elegant, serene ship ambiance, more time in each port and an inclusive experience complete with exquisite dining and thoughtfully curated shore excursions, the world’s best ocean cruise line was created for you.

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Time

Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen shares his philosophy on time and the importance of spending it wisely.

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Advice

Join Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen as he shares his insights on travel and the benefits of engaging with new cultures.

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The Viking Way

Go beyond the expected and experience The Viking Way. Engage in Local Life, learn about the Working World and enjoy Privileged Access to people and places otherwise difficult to visit.

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Curated Libraries & Recommended Reading

We are pleased to partner with the iconic London bookshop Heywood Hill in the creation of our onboard libraries and Expeditions Recommended Reading lists. Chairman Nicky Dunne explains the history of this literary institution and the value of reading carefully selected books before embarking on your journey.

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Jørn Henriksen: Recommended Reading

Jørn Henriksen, Director of Expedition Operations, shares his favorite book selections related to Svalbard and our Arctic itineraries.

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Cultural Enrichment

Experience your destination right on board. Our cultural enrichment program features acclaimed guest speakers, regional menus developed by master chefs and engaging entertainment.

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Enriching Shore Excursions

Viking creates excursions that enhance your understanding of everyday life. Go beyond the familiar and the iconic to explore the hidden secrets of intriguing lands and cultures.

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Listen to “The Traveler”

The National Symphony Orchestra of London records Viking’s beautiful new music score at London’s legendary Abbey Road Studios. Written by Debbie Wiseman, Classic FM Composer in Residence, “The Traveler” was created to celebrate the company’s 20th Anniversary, its spirited theme reflecting the exploration and discovery found on Viking voyages.

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The Kitchen Table

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind interactive culinary journey at The Kitchen Table, where you will learn to prepare regional cuisine with our world-class chefs, plate and present your dishes, and enjoy a private meal.

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“The Traveler”: Behind the Scenes

Step inside the hallowed halls of London’s Abbey Road Studios, where the Beatles recorded nearly all their hits. Join Karine as she shares the process of transforming an original composition into a powerful piece of recorded music.

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“The Traveler”: Meet the Composer

Join Karine and meet Debbie Wiseman, London’s Classic FM Composer in Residence. Learn how Debbie’s voyages with Viking inspired this beautiful piece of music, written to celebrate our 20th Anniversary.

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Top 10 Reasons to Reserve a Viking Suite

Whether you choose to travel with Viking by river or by sea, we bring you closer to your destinations on state-of-the-art ships. In addition to our refined onboard ambience and understated elegance, we are known for our graceful staterooms, including the first-ever true (two-room) suites. From more space and comfort to additional features and amenities, discover the benefits of reserving a Viking Suite.

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Viking Art Guide

Should you wish to familiarize yourself with your ship before traveling, you can download our free app before you go. Hear behind-the-scenes stories of our Scandinavian public spaces, with insightful commentary from your host, Karine Hagen. Once on board, you can use the app to enjoy a self-guided tour of our Nordic art collection, the finest at sea.

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Viking Resident Historian

As part of our onboard cultural enrichment program and commitment to destination-focused learning, our Viking Resident Historian faculty provides guests with lectures and roundtable discussions on the arts, architecture, music and culture of upcoming ports and various aspects of world history.

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Enriching Shore Excursions

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Western Mediterranean Explorer

Journey to Antiquities

Iconic Western Mediterranean

Three Values

2024 New Year’s Message from Torstein Hagen

The Viking Difference: Ocean Voyages

Tor’s Travels

Viking’s 26th Anniversary

Be Curious

Onwards

Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen discusses his trip to Antarctica

Viking is #1 for Rivers, Oceans and Expeditions | Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards

An Invitation to Join Tor in Antarctica

Chairman Torstein Hagen’s Presentation

Named "World's Best" for Oceans, Rivers & Expeditions

Welcome Back to the World

Named #1 for Both Rivers & Oceans

Viking: 25 Years of Exploration

Viking: Celebrating Exploration and Growth

Viking’s 25th Anniversary

The World of Viking

Viking: Our Norwegian Heritage

Viking Curated Libraries

Cruising for Explorers

Viking: Reinventing Ocean Cruising

Time

Advice

The Viking Way

Curated Libraries & Recommended Reading

Jørn Henriksen: Recommended Reading

Cultural Enrichment

Enriching Shore Excursions

Listen to “The Traveler”

The Kitchen Table

“The Traveler”: Behind the Scenes

“The Traveler”: Meet the Composer

Top 10 Reasons to Reserve a Viking Suite

Viking Art Guide

Viking Resident Historian