Longitudinal World Cruise III

From the Great Lakes to Antarctica

Discover North America’s wilderness while sailing the striking waterways of the Great Lakes. Explore ancient civilizations and gaze upon the Chilean fjords’ towering ice shelves. Witness the wildlife of the Southern Ocean, and Antarctica’s majestic glaciers and immense icebergs. With optional overland excursions to Machu Picchu and the Galápagos, and post-cruise extensions to Patagonia or the spectacular Iguazú Falls, join us on an epic journey that is sure to inspire.

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

1	Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States	Explore this revitalized town along the shores of Lake Michigan.
2	Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States	Learn how geological events that occurred during the Ice Age shaped the Great Lakes.
3	Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States	Explore this car-free island by carriage, bicycle or on foot; kayak along the shoreline.
4	Alpena, Michigan, United States	Visit the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center; kayak over shipwrecks in Thunder Bay.
5	Detroit, Michigan, United States	Browse Americana exhibits at The Henry Ford museum, including JFK’s limousine.
6	Point Pelee, Ontario, Canada	Admire the untold numbers of migratory birds and butterflies at Point Pelee National Park.
7	Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), Ontario & Welland Canal, Canada	Get a close-up view of the majesty of the falls, including the largest, Horseshoe Falls. Navigate the locks of the Welland Canal, located between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie.
8	Toronto, Ontario, Canada	Savor the diversity of Toronto’s food scene; see the city’s sights by bike.
9	Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence Seaway Locks	Admire the series of locks, canals and channels that comprise the St. Lawrence Seaway.
10	Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada	Discover North America’s geologic heart during a hike through La Mauricie National Park.
11	Quebec City, Quebec, Canada	Explore historic sites, including Château Frontenac, Place Royale and Parliament.
12	Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence River	Sail the St. Lawrence River, past the cultural capitals of Quebec City and Montreal.
13	Cap-aux-Meules, Quebec, Canada	Admire the region’s natural beauty and look for seals and birdlife on Brion Island.
14	Cape Breton Island (Louisbourg), Nova Scotia, Canada	Discover hidden inlets by kayak or admire scenic vistas while hiking historic trails.
15	Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada	Investigate Nova Scotia’s shoreline and immerse in its untamed natural beauty.
16	Sail the Atlantic Ocean	Dividing the “Old World” from the “New World,” sail the second-largest of the Earth’s oceans.
17	New York City, New York, United States	See the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, 9/11 Memorial, Central Park and more.
18	Sail the Atlantic Ocean	Sail the legendary waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the route of explorers for centuries.
19	Norfolk, Virginia, United States	Explore Norfolk’s maritime heritage and America’s colonial past in the “Historic Triangle.”
20	Sail the Atlantic Ocean	Journey across the vast Atlantic Ocean, home to many of the world’s fishing grounds.
21	Charleston, South Carolina, United States	Explore the waterways of Charleston by kayak and search for Low Country birdlife.
22	Sail the Atlantic Ocean	Learn the history of the Atlantic Ocean, called the “Sea of Atlas” by the ancient Greeks.
23	Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, United States	Enjoy South Florida’s carefree sun-loving coast and explore Miami’s art deco brilliance.
24	Sail the Gulf of Mexico	Sail the Gulf of Mexico and witness the palm-lined Florida Keys and the Yucatán Peninsula.
25	Cozumel, Mexico	Visit a sacred pre-Columbian Mayan religious site and admire the ruins of San Gervasio.
26-27	Sail the Caribbean Sea	Sail the crystalline waters of the Caribbean Sea, a paradise of emerald islands.
28	Colón, Panama	Explore Panama’s “second city,” culturally rich Colón is brimming with historic treasures.
29	Scenic Sailing: Panama Canal	Sail the legendary “Path Between the Seas,” an engineering marvel completed in 1914.
30	Sail the Pacific Ocean	Sail the Pacific Ocean, an established trade route named by explorer Ferdinand Magellan.
31	Manta, Ecuador	Explore the colonial town of Montecristi; visit the home of the iconic Panama hat.
32-33	Sail the Pacific Ocean	Sail the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean, the Earth’s largest body of water.
34	Lima (Callao), Peru	Witness fine examples of 16th-century architecture as the capital of Spain’s colonial empire.
35-36	Sail the Pacific Ocean	Sail the Pacific Ocean, its vast expanse reaches Asia, Australia, North and South America.
37	Iquique, Chile	Immerse in nature in this surfer’s paradise; Iquique is Chile’s premier beach resort.
38-39	Sail the Pacific Ocean	Journey across the Pacific Ocean, dubbed Mar Pacífico by explorer Ferdinand Magellan.
40	Santiago (Valparaíso), Chile	Explore the two scenic halves of Valparaíso or venture to Santiago, Chile’s vibrant capital.
41	Sail the Pacific Ocean	Follow in the wake of ancient explorers, who sailed these waters in search of new lands.
42	Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords	Sail the majestic Chilean fjords and marvel at vast ice fields flowing to the water’s edge.
43	Castro, Chile	Kayak on the Chilean fjords, or hike among the exotic landscapes of Chiloé National Park.
44	Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords	Sail in the wake of intrepid explorers as you traverse the waters of the Chilean fjords.
45	Tortel, Chile	Navigate the waters of the Chiloé Archipelago or explore the wooden walkways of Tortel.
46-47	Explore Chilean Glaciers	Explore the blue-tinged glaciers of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field by Zodiac.
48	Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords	Keep watch for local marine life as you voyage through Chile’s fjords.
49	Punta Arenas, Chile	Stroll the city, see the Ancud monument, Plaza de Armas and neoclassical mansions.
50-51	Explore Chilean Glaciers	Admire enormous glaciers up close during an expert-led excursion by kayak.
52	Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn	Sail the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet.
53	Ushuaia, Argentina	Admire the tranquility of the “End of the World”; visit Tierra del Fuego National Park.
54	Sail the South Atlantic Ocean	Sail the South Atlantic Ocean, separated from the North by the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.
55	West Point Island, Falkland Islands	Admire magnificent coastal vistas of soaring cliffs; marvel at a variety of birdlife.
56	Port Stanley, Falkland Islands	Come face-to-face with penguins as you explore the rugged beauty of the Falkland Islands.
57-58	Sail the South Atlantic Ocean	Traverse the South Atlantic Ocean and follow in the wake of Captain James Cook.
59-61	Explore South Georgia	Observe the wildlife of South Georgia island; keep watch for king penguins and seals.
62	Sail the South Atlantic Ocean	Learn about the exciting adventures of Antarctic explorers, including Sir Ernest Shackleton.
63-67	Explore Antarctica	Explore the “Last Continent,” teeming with penguins, seals, whales and other wildlife.
68	Sail the Drake Passage	Sail the Drake Passage; its waters are among the coldest and the deepest on Earth.
69	Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn	Sail the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet.
70	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

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Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

NEW! Longitudinal World Cruise III

From the Great Lakes to Antarctica

From the Great Lakes to Antarctica

Free Business Class Airfare + transfers$1,000 per person Shore Excursion Credit$1,000 per person Shipboard CreditAn additional $1,000 per person Shipboard Credit for Viking Explorer Society MembersComplimentary visa service, Silver Spirits beverage package, Wi-Fi and more.

Expires March 31, 2023

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Pre: Chicago

Post: Gateway to Patagonia

Post: Iguazú Falls

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Free Business Class Airfare + transfers
$1,000 per person Shore Excursion Credit
$1,000 per person Shipboard Credit

An additional $1,000 per person Shipboard Credit for Viking Explorer Society Members

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