Explore More - 2018

The world beckons. MAKE

The world beckons. MAKE THE MOST OF EVERY PORT You may never pass this way again, so take advantage of our shore excursions, which help you experience your destinations’ culture and beauty. Of course, we deliver classic and iconic sights—as well as Local Life and the Working World—during your included excursions in each port. You also can customize and enhance your experience further with our optional excursions—or gain Privileged Access® to the world’s treasures on our unique offerings. Depending on schedules, you can join up to three excursions per day, leaving you with a personalized view of the places you have come to see. Visit MyVikingJourney.com or ask our staff.

CONTENTS 64 72 64 FAR EAST DISCOVERY Rich cultural history awaits on this Asia itinerary 66 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND See 68 TOP 10 MUST-SEES: AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND Highlights from Down Under 70 FALL COLORS Fall in love with Canada, New England and the Big Apple 50 DALE OF NORWAY The inspiring story behind the renowned knitwear brand 60 LASAGNE AL FORNO RECIPE This Italian dish will be a hit with guests 88 PIRI PIRI CHICKEN RECIPE Add some spice at dinner with this Portuguese recipe 100 MILLE-FEUILLE (NAPOLEON) RECIPE Dish up the classic French dessert 112 SOUR SHCHI RECIPE Impress guests with this traditional Russian soup 122 BECOME A WINE EXPERT Expand your wine knowledge with our top tips 130 ON LOCATION WITH KARINE Karine Hagen shares her latest adventures CITY GUIDES 36 BERGEN See stunning natural beauty 44 HELSINKI Enjoy its dynamic vibe 62 BARCELONA The Spanish city is an unforgettable call on a Mediterranean cruise 63 ROME Be amazed by its heritage 86 LISBON An alluring mix of old and new 98 BORDEAUX Admire the French city’s beautiful bridges, parks and monuments 114 ST. PETERSBURG Explore the city where tales of revolution and mystery can be found EXPLORE MORE 12 GRAND EUROPEAN TOUR The Rhine, 21 PASSAGE TO EASTERN EUROPE Enjoy the region’s natural wonders 26 SCANDINAVIA How today’s Nordic 42 INTO THE MIDNIGHT SUN ® Explore the northernmost reaches of Scandinavia 46 IN SEARCH OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS Marvel at the breathtaking aurora borealis 52 THE MEDITERRANEAN Why this region 78 ALASKAN ADVENTURES Spot animals in the wild on a voyage to the Last Frontier 102 WATERWAYS OF THE TSARS ® Delve into Russia’s remarkable past 110 MUSIC OF THE MARIINSKY Uncovering traditional Russian vocal music 126 AROUND THE WORLD Discover the adventure of a lifetime on the Viking World Cruise 128 MY VIKING STORY A selection of photos from Viking guests 132 THE VIKING WAY ® Videos showcasing cultural insights 134 ARCHITECTURE from your neoclassical with our guide 138 THE NORSE GODS The Viking gods that have inspired our ship names 142 SHIPS ALONG THE RIVER Tell your barges from your tankers with our guide 144 NAUTICAL SIGNS Know what each sign means along the river 146 LOCKS The science behind the canals EXPLORE MORE 2018 7