Longitudinal World Cruise II

Famous waters to frozen landscapes

Join Viking Polaris on a grand voyage spanning the waterways and oceans of the New World and Antarctica. Admire the natural beauty of the Great Lakes, Canadian Maritimes and the glaciers and fjords of Chile. Transit engineering marvels such as the Soo Locks, St. Lawrence Seaway and Panama Canal. Call on culture-rich cities across two continents and revel in the opportunity to experience the striking landscapes of Antarctica, the “Last Continent.”

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Day by Day

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

1	Duluth, Minnesota, United States	Ride a vintage train, stroll the Downtown Waterfront or browse the Great Lakes Aquarium.
2	Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada	Hike boreal forests, watch for wildlife and learn about Anishinaabe First Nations heritage.
3	Silver Islet, Ontario, Canada	Kayak over the remains of a submerged silver mine or visit the steep slopes of Ouimet Canyon.
4	Scenic Sailing: Soo Locks	Sail the St. Mary’s River and cross the Soo Locks, between Canada and the United States.
5	Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States	Explore this car-free island by carriage, bicycle or on foot; kayak along the shoreline.
6	Door Peninsula (Algoma), Wisconsin, United States	Admire the boreal forests, sandy beaches and rugged rock formations of the Door Peninsula
7	Alpena, Michigan, United States	Visit the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center; kayak over shipwrecks in Thunder Bay.
8	Georgian Bay (Frazer Bay), Ontario, Canada	Travel to picturesque Manitoulin Island, the world’s largest freshwater lake island.
9	Georgian Bay (Killarney), Ontario, Canada	Explore the waterways surrounding Killarney and admire the La Cloche Mountains.
10	Georgian Bay (Parry Sound), Ontario, Canada	Discover charming Parry Sound, or hike the winding trails of Algonquin Provincial Park.
11	Windsor, Ontario, Canada	Keep watch for the more than 350 species of birds that flock to the sandspit of Point Pelee.
12	Cleveland, Ohio, United States	Enjoy Cleveland’s scenic waterfront, or explore the river and trails of Cuyahoga Valley.
13	Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), Ontario	Get a close-up view of the majesty of the falls, including the largest, Horseshoe Falls.
14	Welland Canal, Canada	Navigate the locks of the Welland Canal, located between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie.
15	Toronto, Ontario, Canada	Savor the diversity of Toronto’s food scene; see the city’s sights by bike.
16	Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence Seaway Locks	Admire the series of locks, canals and channels that comprise the St. Lawrence Seaway.
17	Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada	Discover North America’s geologic heart during a hike through La Mauricie National Park.
18	Quebec City, Quebec, Canada	Explore historic sites, including Château Frontenac, Place Royale and Parliament.
19	Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence River	Sail the St. Lawrence River, past the cultural capitals of Quebec City and Montreal.
20	Cap-aux-Meules, Quebec, Canada	Admire the region’s natural beauty and look for seals and birdlife on Brion Island.
21	Cape Breton Island (Louisbourg), Nova Scotia, Canada	Discover hidden inlets by kayak or admire scenic vistas while hiking historic trails.
22	Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada	Investigate Nova Scotia’s shoreline and immerse in its untamed natural beauty.
23	Sail the Atlantic Ocean	Dividing the “Old World” from the “New World,” sail the second-largest of the Earth’s oceans.
24	New York City, New York, United States	See the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, 9/11 Memorial, Central Park and more.
25	Sail the Atlantic Ocean	Sail the legendary waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the route of explorers for centuries.
26	Norfolk, Virginia, United States	Explore Norfolk’s maritime heritage and America’s colonial past in the “Historic Triangle.”
27	Sail the Atlantic Ocean	Journey across the vast Atlantic Ocean, home to many of the world’s fishing grounds.
28	Charleston, South Carolina, United States	Explore the waterways of Charleston by kayak and search for Low Country birdlife.
29	Sail the Atlantic Ocean	Learn the history of the Atlantic Ocean, called the “Sea of Atlas” by the ancient Greeks.
30	Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, United States	Enjoy South Florida’s carefree sun-loving coast and explore Miami’s art deco brilliance.
31	Sail the Gulf of Mexico	Sail the Gulf of Mexico and witness the palm-lined Florida Keys and the Yucatán Peninsula.
32	Cozumel, Mexico	Visit a sacred pre-Columbian Mayan religious site and admire the ruins of San Gervasio.
33-34	Sail the Caribbean Sea	Sail the crystalline waters of the Caribbean Sea, a paradise of emerald islands.
35	Colón, Panama	Explore Panama’s “second city,” culturally rich Colón is brimming with historic treasures.
36	Scenic Sailing: Panama Canal	Sail the legendary “Path Between the Seas,” an engineering marvel completed in 1914.
37	Sail the Pacific Ocean	Sail the Pacific Ocean, an established trade route named by explorer Ferdinand Magellan.
38	Manta, Ecuador	Explore the colonial town of Montecristi; visit the home of the iconic Panama hat.
39-40	Sail the Pacific Ocean	Sail the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean, the Earth’s largest body of water.
41	Lima (Callao), Peru	Witness fine examples of 16th-century architecture as the capital of Spain’s colonial empire.
42-43	Sail the Pacific Ocean	Keep watch for whales and seals as you sail the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean.
44	Iquique, Chile	Immerse in nature in this surfer’s paradise; Iquique is Chile’s premier beach resort.
45-46	Sail the Pacific Ocean	Journey across the Pacific Ocean, dubbed Mar Pacífico by explorer Ferdinand Magellan.
47	Santiago (Valparaíso), Chile	Explore the two scenic halves of Valparaíso or venture to Santiago, Chile’s vibrant capital.
48	Sail the Pacific Ocean	Follow in the wake of ancient explorers, who sailed these waters in search of new lands.
49	Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords	Sail the majestic Chilean fjords and marvel at vast ice fields flowing to the water’s edge.
50	Castro, Chile	Kayak on the Chilean fjords, or hike among the exotic landscapes of Chiloé National Park.
51	Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords	Sail in the wake of intrepid explorers as you traverse the waters of the Chilean fjords.
52	Tortel, Chile	Navigate the waters of the Chiloé Archipelago or explore the wooden walkways of Tortel.
53-54	Explore Chilean Glaciers	Explore the blue-tinged glaciers of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field by Zodiac.
55	Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords	Sail in the wake of intrepid explorers as you traverse the waters of the Chilean fjords.
56	Punta Arenas, Chile	Stroll the city, see the Ancud monument, Plaza de Armas and neoclassical mansions.
57	Explore Chilean Glaciers	Admire enormous glaciers up close during an expert-led excursion by kayak.
58	Scenic Sailing: Garibaldi Fjord	Witness the majesty of mother nature as you sail past dramatic scenery of the Garibaldi Fjord
59	Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn	Sail the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet.
60	Ushuaia, Argentina	Admire the tranquility of the “End of the World”; visit Tierra del Fuego National Park.
61	Sail Drake Passage	Sail the Drake Passage; its waters are among the coldest and the deepest on Earth.
62-68	Explore Antarctica	Explore the “Last Continent,” teeming with penguins, seals, whales and other wildlife.
69	Sail Drake Passage	Sail the icy waters of the Drake Passage, keeping watch for seabirds, whales and icebergs.
70	Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn	Sail the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet.
71	Ushuaia, Argentina	Discover the nature of the Fuegian Andes; sail the Beagle Channel in search of wildlife.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Maximize the value of your overseas flight and 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.

NEW! Longitudinal World Cruise II

Famous waters to frozen landscapes

Famous waters to frozen landscapes

Free Business Class Airfare + transfers$1,300 CAD per person Shore Excursion Credit$1,300 CAD per person Shipboard CreditAn additional $1,300 CAD per person Shipboard Credit for Viking Explorer Society MembersComplimentary visa service, Silver Spirits beverage package, Wi-Fi and more.

Expires April 30, 2023

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Post: Gateway to Patagonia

Post: Iguazú Falls

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Free Business Class Airfare + transfers
$1,300 CAD per person Shore Excursion Credit
$1,300 CAD per person Shipboard Credit

An additional $1,300 CAD per person Shipboard Credit for Viking Explorer Society Members

Complimentary visa service, Silver Spirits beverage package, Wi-Fi and more.