Viking, the renowned maritime maestro, has recently heralded its grand ambition to bolster its fleet with 23 more majestic vessels by 2030, taking its impressive total to 115. This audacious expansion underscores Viking’s dominance in the maritime sector and offers a cornucopia of opportunities for travel enthusiasts and agents alike.
With its prevailing fleet boasting 92 vessels, Viking’s repertoire encompasses ships that cruise the enigmatic waters of Egypt, Mekong, and Mississippi. This also includes the pristine European longships, ocean liners, and two state-of-the-art expedition ships – each exemplifying Viking’s signature minimalist and sophisticated design.
This mammoth augmentation promises to augment the number of available voyages and diversify the itineraries. In an industry where options can often be overwhelming, Viking stands unrivalled. In 2023 alone, the Grand European voyage will embark on a staggering 261 sailings, a testament to Viking’s unparalleled offerings. Pioneering the industry, Viking remains the solitary cruise line to offer river, ocean, and expedition voyages spanning all seven continents.
Their expansive catalogue, with 174 diverse itineraries ranging from brief 8-day journeys to epic 180-day adventures, traverses 103 ocean, 41 river, and 30 expedition journeys. These carefully crafted itineraries unveil the splendours of Europe, Oceania, Southeast Asia, the Americas, and the icy terrains of the Arctic and Antarctica.
Exciting new itineraries are on the horizon:
- Grand South Pacific & Australia: A 40-day odyssey from the star-studded streets of Los Angeles through Hawaii, the exquisite French Polynesia, New Zealand’s east coast, culminating in Sydney. Departure: 6th January 2024, with starting prices at $22,245.
- Jewels of Australia & Asia: A 28-day voyage from Sydney’s iconic harbour, through the serene shores of Indonesia, Bali’s treasures, and bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City, to ultra-modern Singapore. Kick-off date: 15th February 2024, priced from $17,045.
- Asia to Europe Grand Passage: A cultural immersion lasting 55 days from Sydney through Sri Lanka, Goa, Istanbul, Athens, Rome, Barcelona, and Paris to the historical London. Begins 13th March 2024, starting at $35,245.
- India and Europe Grand Passage: 35 days of exploration from Mumbai to Barcelona, traversing the Mediterranean, Arabian Seas, and some of the world’s oldest civilizations. Setting sail on 16th December 2024, priced at $24,296.
- Australia, Asia & the Mediterranean: A monumental 85-day journey across 48 ports, beginning in Sydney and concluding in Barcelona. Departure is slated for 20 February 2025, with prices from $64,795.
Furthermore, Viking’s cutting-edge online booking platform enhances travel agents’ booking experience, streamlines processes, and fosters more robust client relationships.
In conclusion, Viking’s ambitious maritime blueprint is set to redefine luxury cruising with its unyielding commitment to unparalleled itineraries, impeccable design, and unmatched guest experiences.
Written by: Bridget Gomez
