Into the Midnight Sun Cruise

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DAY	DATE	PORT OF CALL	ARRIVAL	DEPARTURE
1	Sat 13 Jun 2020	Bergen, Norway	Embark	Overnight
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. Join the city walk to get the most out of your Bergen visit. The city is renowned for its beautiful nature and offers excellent hiking opportunities in its immediate surroundings. It is also famous for its cultural life, statues, and music scene. more info
2	Sun 14 Jun 2020	Bergen, Norway	Overnight
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. Join the city walk to get the most out of your Bergen visit. The city is renowned for its beautiful nature and offers excellent hiking opportunities in its immediate surroundings. It is also famous for its cultural life, statues, and music scene. more info
3	Mon 15 Jun 2020	Geiranger, Norway
Geiranger is a little village tucked in a hollow surrounded by the towering craggy rock walls that rise almost straight out of the water of the Geirangerfjord, which is one of the most majestic sights in all of Norway. From here visitors take a spectacular bus tour to Mt. Dalsnibba. During the 45 min drive up to the lookout at 1,497 m above sea level, you will experience views of rich flora and fauna, ice blue lakes, glaciers, and the incredible peak itself. From the top is a simply majestic view back to Geirangerfjord and your cruise ship. more info
4	Tue 16 Jun 2020	At Sea
5	Wed 17 Jun 2020	Lofoten Islands, Norway
Lofoten is an archipelago and a traditional district in the county of Nordland, Norway. It lies within the Arctic Circle and is well known for its exceptional natural beauty. The islands are separated from the mainland by the vast open Vestfjord and are notable for their mountains and peaks, which although not very high, the fact that they rise straight from the sea makes them spectacular and extraordinary. Then there are the sheltered inlets, stretches of seashore and large virgin areas. It is perhaps best appreciated for its amazingly clear views of the aurora borealis and the midnight sun. more info
6	Thu 18 Jun 2020	Tromsoe, Norway
Tromsoe, the home of the famous Northern Lights, is situated a mere 2000 km from the North Pole, on the same latitude as Northern Siberia and Alaska. Most visitors are surprised by the prominence and sophistication of this fascinating port. On offer are high-quality theatre, arts and music, which contrast with the boundless and vast wilderness surrounding the city. The city centre contains the largest number of wooden houses in northern Norway as well as the oldest house. The Arctic Cathedral, a daring piece of architecture that symbolises the ice packs of the Arctic, provides an interesting contrast. more info
7	Fri 19 Jun 2020	Honningsvag, Norway
Honningsvåg, Norway, lies deep within the Arctic Circle at 71 deg.N. latitude, on the island Magerøya. Twenty-two km north of Honningsvåg is North Cape, the northernmost part of mainland Europe. Magerøya connects to the mainland via the 6.87km North Cape Tunnel. Honningsvåg is an ice-free port of call for cruise ships. The sky is illuminated by the midnight sun in summer and Aurora Borealis may appear in winter. The island has a silent, rugged beauty that surrounds you. Standing on the continent’s edge on the North Cape Plateau is quite an experience, reindeer roam freely on the hulking granite cliff rising from icy seas. more info
8	Sat 20 Jun 2020	At Sea
9	Sun 21 Jun 2020	At Sea
10	Mon 22 Jun 2020	Lerwick, United Kingdom
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. Behind the old harbour is the compact town centre made up of one long main street, Commercial Street. From here narrow lanes rise westwards to the late-Victorian new town. Hay’s Dock was once the centre of Shetland’s fishing industry and boat-building and is now home to the Shetland Museum and Archives. more info
11	Tue 23 Jun 2020	Orkney Islands, United Kingdom
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. Amazingly, they constitute the greatest concentration of these sites in all of Europe. These facts have resulted in the islands winning several prestigious awards, including UK’s best cruise ship port of call. more info
12	Wed 24 Jun 2020	At Sea
13	Thu 25 Jun 2020	At Sea
14	Fri 26 Jun 2020	Greenwich, United Kingdom		Overnight
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. Greenwich Mean Time is now superseded by Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). On the wall of the Royal Observatory are British standard lengths for feet and inches. more info
15	Sat 27 Jun 2020	Greenwich, United Kingdom	Overnight	Disembark
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. Greenwich Mean Time is now superseded by Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). On the wall of the Royal Observatory are British standard lengths for feet and inches. more info

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All aboard the Viking Sun for 15 unforgettable nights on this Into the Midnight Sun Cruise exploring Arctic - Atlantic. Your ship departs from Bergen and visits 8 ports in 2 countries before returning to Greenwich. This 4.5 star voyage from Viking Ocean Cruises has 1 forward departures. Our exclusive specials start as low as $673 per person/day, twin share. So call now and get expert, friendly advice.

Viking Sun Overview

Viking Sun’s 2019-2020 245-night World Cruise visits Sydney in February 2020. Join Viking Sun in January 2020 to depart Los Angeles for Sydney via French Polynesia and New Zealand, or depart Sydney for SE and E Asia to Hong Kong. In January 2021 a 140-night Grand Cruise departs Los Angeles for London. The first six weeks cross the Pacific to NZ and the eastern capitals of Australia. Through mid-2020 Viking Sun sails out of Greenwich (London), Bergen and Stockholm to all parts of northern Europe. Viking’s all-inclusive cruises mean guests are freed from concern about additional costs here and there. 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. Travel + Leisure awarded Viking “World’s Best” winner in 2016 and 2017. Viking Sun is top of the ‘Top 10 Mid-Size Ships’ in Berlitz Cruising and Cruise Ships 2018.

Accommodation

Each stateroom in the Viking Sun features a private balcony, complementary 24h room service, luxury toiletries, free Wi-Fi, 42in flat-screen LCD 3D TV, interactive TV system with movies on-demand, mini-fridge, drinking water, security safe, mini-bar, king bed, hairdryer, showers, heated floor, anti-fog mirrors, binoculars, direct dial satellite phone and cellular service (pay), luxury linen, robes and slippers. Staterooms have elegant décor in calm colours and a beautifully appointed ensuite. All guests have a great view from their private veranda. There are five categories of stateroom, and 18 classes. Veranda and Deluxe cabins start at a good-sized 25 sq.m.

Food and Dining

Viking specialises on destination-focused dining, while still offering traditional Western menus. Of the 10 dining venues, The Restaurant seats 284 and serves three full meals changing daily. The menu includes regional cuisine and always-available American classics enhanced with locally sourced ingredients. Alcoholic drinks are inclusive. The glassed-in dining room opens to the promenade and views of passing scenery. All tables are for six persons. There are three alternative restaurants. At Manfredi’s Italian chianti by the carafe, freshly prepared pastas and generous antipasto are accompanied by fresh seafood. At The Chef’s Table sommeliers and culinary masters create the perfect pairing of food and wine during a multicourse tasting.

Entertainment

Viking sponsors Our Culture Curriculum, an exclusive onboard program that brings local history to life, with lectures on history and art, tasting of vintage wines from the destinations, informative port talks, enriching Destination Performances featuring folkloric shows, and musicians playing regional and classical music. Venues include the Star Theatre seating 450, with movies, lectures and performances. The higher-deck forward-viewing Explorers' Lounge features floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows and a Nordic atmosphere designed with epic explorations in mind. The Atrium is a social centre with live music, drinks, conversation and private reading.

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