Longitudinal World Cruise IV

From the Great Lakes to the “Last Continent”

Set sail on a thrilling adventure from the heart of the Great Lakes, across the Americas and to the Antarctic Peninsula. Journey along the legendary St. Lawrence Seaway and the Atlantic coast, discover the ancient civilizations of the Yucatán Peninsula and transit the famous Panama Canal. Join optional overland excursions to Machu Picchu and the Galápagos, and admire the awe-inspiring icebergs of the “Last Continent” on this epic journey.

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Explore this revitalized town along the shores of Lake Michigan.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

Learn how geological events that occurred during the Ice Age shaped the Great Lakes.

Mackinac Island, Michigan, United States

Discover this car-free island by carriage, bicycle or on foot; kayak along the shoreline.

Alpena, Michigan, United States

Visit the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center; kayak over shipwrecks in Thunder Bay.

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Browse Americana exhibits at The Henry Ford museum, including JFK’s limousine.

Point Pelee, Ontario, Canada

Admire the untold numbers of migratory birds and butterflies at Point Pelee National Park.

Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), Ontario, Canada

Get a close-up view of the majesty of the falls, including the largest, Horseshoe Falls.

Welland Canal

Navigate the locks of the Welland Canal, located between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Savor the diversity of Toronto’s food scene and explore some of the city’s treasures.

Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence Seaway Locks

Admire the series of locks, canals and channels that comprise the St. Lawrence Seaway.

Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada

Discover North America’s geologic heart during a hike through La Mauricie National Park.

Quebec City, Quebec, Canada

Explore historic sites, including Château Frontenac, Place Royale and Parliament.

Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence River

Sail the St. Lawrence River, past the cultural capitals of Quebec City and Montreal.

Cap-aux-Meules, Quebec, Canada

Admire the region’s natural beauty and look for seals and birdlife on Brion Island.

Cape Breton Island (Louisbourg), Nova Scotia, Canada

Discover hidden inlets by kayak or admire scenic vistas while hiking historic trails.

Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, Canada

Investigate Nova Scotia’s shoreline and immerse in its untamed natural beauty.

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Sail the Atlantic Ocean

Dividing the “Old World” from the “New World,” sail the second-largest of the Earth’s oceans.

Norfolk, Virginia, United States

Explore Norfolk’s maritime heritage and America’s colonial past in the “Historic Triangle.”

Sail the Atlantic Ocean

Sail the legendary waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the route of explorers for centuries.

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Explore the waterways of Charleston by kayak and search for Low Country birdlife.

Sail the Atlantic Ocean

Journey across the vast Atlantic Ocean, home to many of the world’s fishing grounds.

Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, United States

Enjoy South Florida’s carefree sun-loving coast and explore Miami’s art deco brilliance.

Sail the Gulf of Mexico

Sail the Gulf of Mexico and witness the palm-lined Florida Keys and the Yucatán Peninsula.

Cozumel, Mexico

Visit a sacred pre-Columbian Mayan religious site and admire the ruins of San Gervasio.

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Sail the Caribbean Sea

Sail the crystalline waters of the Caribbean Sea, a paradise of emerald islands.

Scenic Sailing: Panama Canal

Sail the legendary “Path Between the Seas,” an engineering marvel completed in 1914.

Panama City (Fuerte Amador), Panama

Explore this metropolis, entwined with colonial heritage; stroll the Old Town, Casco Viejo.

Sail the Pacific Ocean

Sail the Pacific Ocean, an established trade route named by explorer Ferdinand Magellan.

Manta, Ecuador

Explore the colonial town of Montecristi; visit the home of the iconic Panama hat.

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Sail the Pacific Ocean

Sail the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean, the Earth’s largest body of water.

Lima (Callao), Peru

Witness fine examples of 16th-century architecture as the capital of Spain’s colonial empire.

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Sail the Pacific Ocean

Sail the Pacific Ocean, its vast expanse reaches Asia, Australia, North and South America.

Iquique, Chile

Immerse in nature in this surfer’s paradise; Iquique is Chile’s premier beach resort.

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Sail the Pacific Ocean

Journey across the Pacific Ocean, dubbed Mar Pacífico by explorer Ferdinand Magellan.

Santiago (Valparaíso), Chile

Explore the two scenic halves of Valparaíso or venture to Santiago, Chile’s vibrant capital.

Sail the Pacific Ocean

Follow in the wake of ancient explorers, who sailed these waters in search of new lands.

Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords

Sail the majestic Chilean fjords and marvel at vast ice fields flowing to the water’s edge.

Puerto Chacabuco, Chile

Discover this tiny Patagonian enclave and gateway into a spellbinding beauty of wilderness.

Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords

Sail in the wake of intrepid explorers as you traverse the waters of the Chilean fjords.

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Explore Chilean Glaciers

Explore the blue-tinged glaciers of the Southern Patagonian Ice Field by Zodiac.

Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords

Keep watch for local marine life as you voyage through Chile’s fjords.

Punta Arenas, Chile

Stroll the city, see the Ancud monument, Plaza de Armas and neoclassical mansions.

Explore Chilean Glaciers

Admire enormous glaciers up close during an expert-led excursion by kayak.

Garibaldi Fjord, Chile

Witness the majesty of mother nature as you sail past dramatic scenery of the Garibaldi Fjord.

Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn

Sail the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet.

Ushuaia, Argentina

Admire the tranquility of the “End of the World”; visit Tierra del Fuego National Park.

Sail the Drake Passage

Sail the Drake Passage; its waters are among the coldest and the deepest on Earth.

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Explore Antarctica

Explore the “Last Continent,” teeming with penguins, seals, whales and other wildlife.

Sail the Drake Passage

Sail the icy waters of the Drake Passage, keeping watch for seabirds, whales and icebergs.

Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn

Navigate past Cape Horn, the southernmost tip of the South American mainland.

Ushuaia, Argentina

Disembark your ship and transfer to the airport for your charter flight. Bid farewell to your fellow travelers and journey home from Buenos Aires.

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.

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NEW! Longitudinal World Cruise IV

From the Great Lakes to the “Last Continent”

From the Great Lakes to the “Last Continent”

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NEW! Longitudinal World Cruise IV

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From the Great Lakes to the “Last Continent”

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Complimentary visa service, drinks package, Wi-Fi and more