Explore More - 2019

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 several 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 86 116 64 AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND See 66 TOP 10 MUST-SEES: AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND Highlights from Down Under 70 FAR EAST DISCOVERY Rich cultural history awaits on this Asia itinerary 32 SCANDINAVIAN FOOD Simple yet delicious recipes from the region 68 AUSTRALASIAN RECIPES Feast on salt and pepper squid and a classic Pavlova 88 PORTUGUESE RECIPES Serve up a classic cod dish, and enjoy a custard tart 102 FOOD FOR THOUGHT Learn more about British artist Kate Jenkins’s knitted artwork on board Viking ocean ships 124 ON LOCATION WITH KARINE Karine Hagen shares her latest travel tips CITY GUIDES 18 TROMSØ Everything you need to know about the “Gateway to the Arctic” 36 STOCKHOLM The Swedish capital 58 SANTORINI The Aegean’s most 59 VENICE Admire the network of waterways and soak up the history 78 SAN JUAN An alluring mix of old and new, set to a laid-back tempo 86 LISBON Enjoy the Portuguese capital’s eclectic culture and delicious food 100 CAIRO In one of Africa’s largest cities, a treasure trove of ancient history awaits 112 ST. PETERSBURG Explore the city where tales of revolution and mystery can be found EXPLORE MORE 16 INTO THE MIDNIGHT SUN ® Venture to the northernmost reaches of Scandinavia to experience a land where the sun never sets 20 IN SEARCH OF THE NORTHERN LIGHTS Marvel at the breathtaking aurora borealis 23 A PIECE APART Discover how replicas of Viking jewelry are being made today 26 SCANDINAVIA A spotlight on the style emanating from the region 52 THE MEDITERRANEAN Why this region 98 IN SEARCH OF ANCIENT EGYPT Delve into the history books at Highclere Castle 116 ALASKAN ADVENTURES Spot animals in the wild on a voyage to the “Last Frontier” 118 A RARE TALENT Uncovering the work of famous Norwegian artist Edvard Munch 122 MY VIKING STORY A selection of photos from Viking guests 126 THE VIKING WAY ® Explore our videos showcasing cultural insights 128 A MODERN ARISTOCRACY Meet two 134 ACCESS ALL AREAS Take a look at our exciting initiatives with partners 136 CHINESE TEA Discover the history behind the perfect cup of tea 138 SHIPS ALONG THE RIVER Tell your barges from your tankers with our guide 140 NAUTICAL SIGNS Understand what each sign means along the river 142 LOCKS The science behind the canals EXPLORE MORE 2019 | VIKING.COM 7