Viking Orion
Viking’s all-inclusive cruises mean guests are freed from concern about additional costs. The ship – while not the destination – provides a super level of luxury; and on shore the focus is on the food, culture and customs of ports.
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Day | Date | Port of Call | Arrival | Departure |
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1 | Tuesday, October 7, 2025 | Tokyo, Japan | Embark | 12:00 AM |
![]() Tokyo, located on the eastern side of the main island of Honshu, is the core of the most populated area in the world (urban area 38M). The small fishing village of Edo was fortified in 1457 with Edo Castle (The Imperial Palace now stands at this location) and became one of the largest cities in the world by the 18th C. Its stringent policy of seclusion ended in 1854 and opened Japan to outside trade. Read more about Tokyo, Japan |
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2 | Wednesday, October 8, 2025 | Tokyo, Japan | 12:00 AM | 7:00 PM |
![]() Tokyo, located on the eastern side of the main island of Honshu, is the core of the most populated area in the world (urban area 38M). The small fishing village of Edo was fortified in 1457 with Edo Castle (The Imperial Palace now stands at this location) and became one of the largest cities in the world by the 18th C. Its stringent policy of seclusion ended in 1854 and opened Japan to outside trade. Read more about Tokyo, Japan |
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3 | Thursday, October 9, 2025 | Shimizu, Japan | 8:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Shimizu is located on the coast of Suruga Bay, 140km SW of Tokyo, on the island of Honshu, facing the Pacific Ocean. Shimizu-ku is actually a ward or sub-division of the city of Shiuoka. The Kakita River flows through the town. Read more about Shimizu, Japan |
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4 | Friday, October 10, 2025 | Shimizu, Japan | 12:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
![]() Shimizu is located on the coast of Suruga Bay, 140km SW of Tokyo, on the island of Honshu, facing the Pacific Ocean. Shimizu-ku is actually a ward or sub-division of the city of Shiuoka. The Kakita River flows through the town. Read more about Shimizu, Japan |
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5 | Saturday, October 11, 2025 | Osaka, Japan | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
![]() Osaka, the heart of the Greater Osaka Area, is located at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay, and is the third largest city in Japan. Historically it is also regarded as the commercial capital of Japan, as evidenced by its daytime population being over a million greater than its night time population. From above ground and underground shopping malls and specialised shopping complexes, to the unusual America Mura which offers both new and used clothing, as well as flea markets, and the Asia Pacific Trade Centre with its international wholesale market, shopping here truly is a fascinating experience. Read more about Osaka, Japan |
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6 | Sunday, October 12, 2025 | Hiroshima, Japan | 2:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
![]() The capital of the prefecture of the same name, Hiroshima, situated at the centre of the Chugoku region in western Honshu – Japan’s largest island – is possibly best known for being the first city in history to be destroyed by a nuclear weapon. Today, though, it is a modern cosmopolitan city with wide boulevards and criss-crossing rivers. Many of the famous attractions are connected to the horrific split second of the bomb blast on August 6, 1945, and are truly well worth visiting. Read more about Hiroshima, Japan |
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7 | Monday, October 13, 2025 | Hiroshima, Japan | 12:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
![]() The capital of the prefecture of the same name, Hiroshima, situated at the centre of the Chugoku region in western Honshu – Japan’s largest island – is possibly best known for being the first city in history to be destroyed by a nuclear weapon. Today, though, it is a modern cosmopolitan city with wide boulevards and criss-crossing rivers. Many of the famous attractions are connected to the horrific split second of the bomb blast on August 6, 1945, and are truly well worth visiting. Read more about Hiroshima, Japan |
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8 | Tuesday, October 14, 2025 | Beppu, Japan | 8:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
![]() Beppu, a city that overlooks Beppu Bay and is backed by mountains, is located in the Oita Prefecture on the island of Kyushu in Japan. It is considered to be Japan’s hot springs capital as it has the second largest volume of hot water in the world - after Yellowstone in the United States - and the largest number of hot spring sources in Japan. This tourist town has nine spectacular geothermal hot springs that are referred to as the ‘nine hells of Beppu’, certainly the major attraction for visitors. Read more about Beppu, Japan |
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9 | Wednesday, October 15, 2025 | Kagoshima, Japan | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
![]() Kagoshima lies on the southern tip of the island of Kyushu in Japan. It is the picturesque capital of the Prefecture of the same name. Due to its active stratovolcano Sakurajima – Kagoshima's Vesuvius, seen east of the port – and its 'excitable' inhabitants, it is often compared to its Italian sister city, Naples. Read more about Kagoshima, Japan |
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10 | Thursday, October 16, 2025 | Nagasaki, Japan | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
![]() Nagasaki City, on the island of Kyushu in Japan, lies at the heart of Nagasaki-hanto Peninsula. As one of Japan's closest port cities to the Asian mainland, Nagasaki has played a prominent role in foreign trade relations for many centuries. This is a port city that developed up the steep slope of a mountain, while also stretching horizontally to hug the Nagasaki Gulf. Read more about Nagasaki, Japan |
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11 | Friday, October 17, 2025 | Sail The East China Sea | ||
12 | Saturday, October 18, 2025 | Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Province of China | 8:00 AM | 5:00 PM |
![]() Taipei, located on the Danshui River, is the largest city and the capital of Taiwan, in the Republic of China. It lies 25 km SW of the Pacific Ocean port Keelung in northern Taiwan. Now a sprawling metropolis, for those who love the hustle and bustle of a big city, it truly is a great place to visit. Read more about Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Province of China |
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13 | Sunday, October 19, 2025 | Sail The East China Sea | ||
14 | Monday, October 20, 2025 | Hong Kong, Hong Kong | 7:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Hong Kong, situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and the South China Sea, is a kaleidoscope of life, a sophisticated fusion of East and West, a city of diversity where new and old meet at every turn. Hong Kong offers a host of memorable tourist attractions within its compact area. Victoria Harbour and the Giant Buddha are among the most awe-inspiring. Read more about Hong Kong, Hong Kong |
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15 | Tuesday, October 21, 2025 | Hong Kong, Hong Kong | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Hong Kong, situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and the South China Sea, is a kaleidoscope of life, a sophisticated fusion of East and West, a city of diversity where new and old meet at every turn. Hong Kong offers a host of memorable tourist attractions within its compact area. Victoria Harbour and the Giant Buddha are among the most awe-inspiring. Read more about Hong Kong, Hong Kong |
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16 | Wednesday, October 22, 2025 | Hong Kong, Hong Kong | 12:00 AM | 11:00 PM |
![]() Hong Kong, situated on China's south coast and enclosed by the Pearl River Delta and the South China Sea, is a kaleidoscope of life, a sophisticated fusion of East and West, a city of diversity where new and old meet at every turn. Hong Kong offers a host of memorable tourist attractions within its compact area. Victoria Harbour and the Giant Buddha are among the most awe-inspiring. Read more about Hong Kong, Hong Kong |
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17 | Thursday, October 23, 2025 | Sail The South China Sea | ||
18 | Friday, October 24, 2025 | Hong Gai, Viet Nam | 8:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Hong Gai – aka Halong, Hanoi – is a port city located about 160 km NE of Hanoi in Vietnam. The city lies mainly on Bai Tu Long Bay, a part of the beautiful Halong Bay. This huge bay is famous for its wonderful landscape of over 200 cliff islands covered with beautiful tropical vegetation and surrounded by the mysterious, beautiful, quiet waters of the bay. Read more about Hong Gai, Viet Nam |
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19 | Saturday, October 25, 2025 | Hong Gai, Viet Nam | 12:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
![]() Hong Gai – aka Halong, Hanoi – is a port city located about 160 km NE of Hanoi in Vietnam. The city lies mainly on Bai Tu Long Bay, a part of the beautiful Halong Bay. This huge bay is famous for its wonderful landscape of over 200 cliff islands covered with beautiful tropical vegetation and surrounded by the mysterious, beautiful, quiet waters of the bay. Read more about Hong Gai, Viet Nam |
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20 | Sunday, October 26, 2025 | Hue, Viet Nam | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
![]() Hue is the former Imperial capital of Vietnam and is intimately connected to the imperial Nguyen Dynasty that ruled from 1804 to 1945. The Perfume River is the main landmark and distinctly divides the city in two, with the old city on the north side and the newer city, including most hotels and restaurants, on the south side. Much of the riverside has wisely been done up as a pleasant promenade and park dotted with most unusual sculptures. Read more about Hue, Viet Nam |
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21 | Monday, October 27, 2025 | Sail The South China Sea | ||
22 | Tuesday, October 28, 2025 | Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam | 12:00 PM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the largest city of Vietnam in SE Asia, is situated on the banks of the Saigon River which flows into the Mekong delta, in the south of the country. Phu My, 70km to the SE, is one of the many ports used by tourist ships bringing visitors to this rapidly developing and dynamic city with more than 6 million citizens. Ho Chi Minh City’s architecture and lifestyle is a combination of American and Chinese influences. Read more about Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam |
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23 | Wednesday, October 29, 2025 | Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the largest city of Vietnam in SE Asia, is situated on the banks of the Saigon River which flows into the Mekong delta, in the south of the country. Phu My, 70km to the SE, is one of the many ports used by tourist ships bringing visitors to this rapidly developing and dynamic city with more than 6 million citizens. Ho Chi Minh City’s architecture and lifestyle is a combination of American and Chinese influences. Read more about Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam |
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24 | Thursday, October 30, 2025 | Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam | 12:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
![]() Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the largest city of Vietnam in SE Asia, is situated on the banks of the Saigon River which flows into the Mekong delta, in the south of the country. Phu My, 70km to the SE, is one of the many ports used by tourist ships bringing visitors to this rapidly developing and dynamic city with more than 6 million citizens. Ho Chi Minh City’s architecture and lifestyle is a combination of American and Chinese influences. Read more about Ho Chi Minh City, Viet Nam |
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25 | Friday, October 31, 2025 | Scenic Sailing: Gulf Of Thailand | ||
26 | Saturday, November 1, 2025 | Sihanoukville, Cambodia | 7:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Sihanoukville (aka Kampong Som) is a port city in southern Cambodia on the Gulf of Thailand, 185 km SW of the capital Phnom Penh. Historically, it was the site of the last official battle of the U.S. Army in the war, and two shipwrecks 40 m down, off one of its islands, are of interest to divers. Read more about Sihanoukville, Cambodia |
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27 | Sunday, November 2, 2025 | Sihanoukville, Cambodia | 12:00 AM | 2:00 PM |
![]() Sihanoukville (aka Kampong Som) is a port city in southern Cambodia on the Gulf of Thailand, 185 km SW of the capital Phnom Penh. Historically, it was the site of the last official battle of the U.S. Army in the war, and two shipwrecks 40 m down, off one of its islands, are of interest to divers. Read more about Sihanoukville, Cambodia |
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28 | Monday, November 3, 2025 | Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand | 8:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
![]() Bangkok, the capital, largest urban area and primary city of Thailand, is about a two-hour trip from Laem Chabang Port. The city is situated at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River. It is a place where the past, present, and future live harmoniously together, as reflected by the luxury hotels and gleaming skyscrapers that grace the skyline alongside dazzling, historical temples. Read more about Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand |
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29 | Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand | 12:00 AM | Disembark |
![]() Bangkok, the capital, largest urban area and primary city of Thailand, is about a two-hour trip from Laem Chabang Port. The city is situated at the mouth of the Chao Phraya River. It is a place where the past, present, and future live harmoniously together, as reflected by the luxury hotels and gleaming skyscrapers that grace the skyline alongside dazzling, historical temples. Read more about Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand |
OS, ES3, ES2, ES1, PS3, PS2, PS1
Size including veranda: 757+ sq. ft. At 11:00 a.m. embarkation. At 11:00 a.m. priority stateroom access. Priority shore excursion reservations: 97 days prior. 3 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (90 days prior to departure). King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens. Large flat-screen LCD TV. Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water amp; snacks, replenished once daily. In-suite binoculars, coffee maker amp; cashmere blanket. Luxury robes, slippers amp; toiletries. Direct dial satellite phone amp; cell service. Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets. Wi-Fi. Interactive TV amp; movies-on-demand. 24-hour room service. Laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine amp; pressing. Bottle of champagne. *Stateroom configuration varies depending upon location on each deck
PV3, PV2, PV1
Size including veranda: 338 sq. ft. 11:00 a.m. embarkation. 1:00 p.m. stateroom access. Priority shore excursion reservations: 77 days prior. 2 guaranteed priority reservations at each speciality restaurant (70 days prior to departure). King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens. Large flat-screen LCD TV. Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water amp; snacks, replenished once daily. In-suite binoculars, coffee maker amp; cashmere blanket. Luxury robes, slippers amp; toiletries. Direct dial satellite phone amp; cell service. Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets. Wi-Fi. Interactive TV amp; movies-on-demand. 24-hour room service. Shoe shine amp; pressing. Bottle of champagne.
DV6, DV5, DV4, DV3, DV2, DV1
Size including veranda: 270 sq ft. 11:00 a.m. embarkation. 2:00 p.m. stateroom access. Priority shore excursion reservations: 67 days prior. 1 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant (60 days prior to departure). King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens. Large flat-screen LCD TV. Mini-bar with soft drinks, water amp; snacks, replenished once daily. In-suite binoculars, coffee maker amp; cashmere blanket. Luxury robes, slippers amp; toiletries. Direct dial satellite phone amp; cell service. Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets. Wi-Fi. Interactive TV amp; movies-on-demand. 24-hour room service.
V2, V1
Size including veranda: 270 sq. ft. 11:00 a.m. embarkation. 3:00 p.m. stateroom access. Priority shore excursion reservations: 60 days prior. King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens. Large flat-screen LCD TV. Luxury toiletries. Direct dial satellite phone amp; cell service. Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets. Wi-Fi. Interactive TV amp; movies-on-demand. 24-hour room service.
Viking Inclusive Value Offer
Includes:• One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call• Unlimited free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)• Enrichment lectures & destination performances• Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge• 24-hour room service• Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner• 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water• Self-service launderettes• Port taxes & fees
Terms & Conditions apply.
Viking Ocean Companion Fly Cruise Sale
Book on Viking's Fly Cruise Sale and your cruising companion flies free up to $2,300*PLUS save up to $800 per person on select departures* (savings included in the displayed fare)Includes:• One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call• Unlimited free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)• Enrichment lectures & destination performances• Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner• 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water• Onboard gratuities
Terms & Conditions apply.
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Cruiseline: Viking Cruises Ship: Viking Orion Departure: Tuesday, October 7, 2025 Nights: 28 nights Departs: Tokyo Returns: Bangkok (Laem Chabang)
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