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British Isles Explorer

Ship: Viking Vela   
Departure: Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Nights: 14 nights
Departs: Greenwich
Returns: Bergen
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One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
14
Nights
Days at Sea
0
Sea Days
Ports
13
Ports
Countries Visted
2
Countries
  • Itinerary

    British Isles Explorer

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Wednesday, July 9, 2025 Greenwich, Great Britain Embark 12:00 AM
    View of Greenwich, Great Britain

    Greenwich Pier on the River Thames in the London borough of Greenwich, UK, is upstream from the London Barrage, and downstream from the heart of London. The name says you are within walking distance of the historic Royal Observatory, Greenwich (now a museum), marking zero degrees longitude, where you can be photographed with one foot in the Eastern hemisphere and one foot in the Western hemisphere. View historic astronomic and navigational tools vital to Britain’s ships since 1675, railways since 1847, and the Prime Meridian since 1884. Read more about Greenwich, Great Britain

    2 Thursday, July 10, 2025 Greenwich, Great Britain 12:00 AM 1:15 PM
    View of Greenwich, Great Britain

    Greenwich Pier on the River Thames in the London borough of Greenwich, UK, is upstream from the London Barrage, and downstream from the heart of London. The name says you are within walking distance of the historic Royal Observatory, Greenwich (now a museum), marking zero degrees longitude, where you can be photographed with one foot in the Eastern hemisphere and one foot in the Western hemisphere. View historic astronomic and navigational tools vital to Britain’s ships since 1675, railways since 1847, and the Prime Meridian since 1884. Read more about Greenwich, Great Britain

    3 Friday, July 11, 2025 Dover, Great Britain 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Dover, Great Britain

    Dover, the world’s busiest ferry port, is located in the county of Kent, England, at the extreme SE corner of Britain. It faces France across the narrowest part of the English Channel, 35 km away across the Straits of Dover. Possibly best known for its lyrically famous ‘White Cliffs’, archaeological finds have revealed that the area has always been a focus for peoples entering and leaving Britain, and this continues to this day. Read more about Dover, Great Britain

    4 Saturday, July 12, 2025 English Channel, Great Britain 12:00 AM 12:00 AM
    5 Sunday, July 13, 2025 Douglas, Great Britain 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Douglas, Great Britain

    Douglas, located at the mouth of the River Douglas and a sweeping bay, is the capital and the largest town of the Isle of Man. Douglas has a number of attractions and items of interest, such as the Tower of Refuge, a small castle-like shelter built upon Conister Rock in Douglas Bay that was a sanctuary for shipwrecked sailors. From spring to early autumn, take a trip back in time to when the way of life was much slower. Read more about Douglas, Great Britain

    6 Monday, July 14, 2025 Holyhead, Great Britain 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Holyhead, Great Britain

    Holyhead is the largest town on the island of Anglesey, off the coast of Wales, and is perhaps known best for being a busy ferry port. It is also well known for offering easy access to some of the best attractions in the country. Subsequently, visitors typically spend the whole day on day trips through Wales to see, for example, the three nearby medieval castle towns, the more distant Snowdonia National Park and the Ffestiniog Steam Railway. Read more about Holyhead, Great Britain

    7 Tuesday, July 15, 2025 Liverpool, Great Britain 7:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Liverpool, Great Britain

    Liverpool lies along the Mersey Estuary in England, UK. Not only is it extremely well known for the Beatles and other groups from the Merseybeat era, it is also home to the oldest Black African and Chinese communities in Europe. In addition, several areas of the city have been granted World Heritage Site status. Read more about Liverpool, Great Britain

    8 Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Belfast, Great Britain 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Belfast, Great Britain

    Belfast is the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland, and is currently experiencing a successful tourist boom. One of the most visited cities in the UK, Belfast has plenty of attractions and is a good base from which to visit virtually anywhere else in the North. In the city centre concentrate on the glories resulting from the Industrial Revolution – grandiose architecture and magnificent Victorian pubs – and the rejuvenated area from Ann Street to Donegall Street now known as the Cathedral quarter. Read more about Belfast, Great Britain

    9 Thursday, July 17, 2025 Ullapool, Great Britain 12:00 PM 6:00 PM
    View of Ullapool, Great Britain

    Ullapool is a small village on the shores of Loch Broom in the Highlands of Scotland, about an hour north of Inverness. It is the largest settlement for many miles around, and is a major tourist destination of Scotland. The North Atlantic Drift passes by Ullapool, bringing mild temperatures. Read more about Ullapool, Great Britain

    10 Friday, July 18, 2025 Orkney Islands, Great Britain 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Orkney Islands, Great Britain

    The Orkney Islands, an archipelago of more than 70 islands, graced with temperate weather warmed by the Gulf Stream, feature some of the most dramatic coastal scenery. There are sea cliffs, some over 300m, descending to sooth white-sand beaches. Yet even more fascinating are the more than 1,000 prehistoric sites that have been found here. Read more about Orkney Islands, Great Britain

    11 Saturday, July 19, 2025 Edinburgh, Great Britain 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Edinburgh, Great Britain

    Scotland's showcase capital of Edinburgh has a magnificent geographical location, perched on a series of extinct volcanos and rocky crags above the flatlands. The setting is wonderfully striking, as the modern city is often said to be built on seven hills. Both a historic and modern city, this metropolis is home to the largest arts festival in the world. Read more about Edinburgh, Great Britain

    12 Sunday, July 20, 2025 Invergordon, Great Britain 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Invergordon, Great Britain

    Invergordon is a deepwater port near the entrance of Cromarty Firth, "the seaway to the Scottish Highlands." Inverness, where shopping is great and visitors can see tartans being made, is the capital of the Highlands, and is a half an hour drive from Invergordon. Loch Ness, home of the elusive monster, is just a few kilometres beyond. The town of Invergordon itself is small and modern, and now specialises in the construction of large offshore wind turbines. Read more about Invergordon, Great Britain

    13 Monday, July 21, 2025 Lerwick, Great Britain 8:00 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Lerwick, Great Britain

    Lerwick is the capital and main port of the Shetland Islands, Scotland, located more than 160 km off the north coast of mainland Great Britain. Open to shipping in all weathers, it operates around-the-clock. Lerwick has strong ties with Scandinavian countries, particularly Norway, and this is reflected in the street names of the port. Read more about Lerwick, Great Britain

    14 Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Bergen, Norway 8:00 AM 12:00 AM
    View of Bergen, Norway

    Bergen, the second largest city in Norway, is located in the county of Hordaland on the SW coast of Norway. Surrounded by seven mountains, Bergen is the starting point for fjord tours and cruises as it is located midway between the main Sognefjord and the Hardangerfjord. The city was one of nine European cities honoured with the title of European Capital of Culture in the Millennium year. Read more about Bergen, Norway

    15 Wednesday, July 23, 2025 Bergen, Norway 12:00 AM Disembark
    View of Bergen, Norway

    Bergen, the second largest city in Norway, is located in the county of Hordaland on the SW coast of Norway. Surrounded by seven mountains, Bergen is the starting point for fjord tours and cruises as it is located midway between the main Sognefjord and the Hardangerfjord. The city was one of nine European cities honoured with the title of European Capital of Culture in the Millennium year. Read more about Bergen, Norway

  • Ship

    Viking Vela Overview

    Viking Vela

    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.

  • Cabins

    Viking Vela Cabins

    Suite

    Suite

    Suite on the Viking Vela Suite on the Viking Vela

    Cabin Types

    OS, ES3, ES2, ES1

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Largest suite on board: 1,448 sq ft including expansive private veranda (multi-room suite). Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, Three 42 flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water amp; upgraded snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hairdryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large master bathroom featuring a spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror, plus two guest bathrooms, Premium Freyjareg; toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled daily, Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service (including service from any restaurant during open hours), Spacious walk-in closet amp; drawers, Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing amp; shoe shine servicesWelcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne, In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer amp; traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanketSpacious, well-appointed living room, Separate dining area that seats 6 guests, Private library, wine amp; music collections curated by Chairman Torstein Hagen, Ocean-view dry sauna, Boardroom (seats 12) for business meetings amp; catered dinner parties, with first oceangoing vapor-light fireplace, Pantry for room service amp; hosted events, Complimentary shore excursion with private car amp; driver (up to 4 guests) in port city of your choice (valued at up to $800), Daily personalized tea or pre-dinner cocktail amp; canapeacute;s by request, Dinner amp; guided tour with ship officers (subject to availability).

    Penthouse

    Penthouse

    Penthouse on the Viking Vela Penthouse on the Viking Vela

    Cabin Types

    PS3, PS2, PS1, PV3, PV2, PV1

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including private veranda: 405 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, Two 42quot; flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water amp; snacks, (replenished once daily); security safe; hairdryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror, Premium Freyjareg; , toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled daily, Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, Spacious closet amp; drawers, Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing amp; shoe shine services, Welcome bottle of champagne, In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer amp; traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket.

    Deluxe Veranda

    Deluxe Veranda

    Deluxe Veranda on the Viking Vela Deluxe Veranda on the Viking Vela

    Cabin Types

    DV6, DV5, DV4, DV3, DV2, DV1

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, 42quot; flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with soft drinks, water amp; snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hairdryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror, Premium Freyjareg; toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled dailyStateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, Spacious closet amp; drawers, In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer amp; traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket.

    Veranda

    Veranda

    Veranda on the Viking Vela Veranda on the Viking Vela

    Cabin Types

    V2, V1

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, 42quot; flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with soft drinks, water amp; snacks; security safe; hair dryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror Premium Freyjareg; toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled daily, Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, Spacious closet amp; drawers.

  • Deck Plans

    Viking Vela Deck Plans

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    • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
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