Viking Deals of the Week: Australia, the Balkans and Scandinavia
Here are the details of deals that have just come in from Viking.
Ocean Cruising- Komodo & the Australian Coast:
Discover cultural splendours with Viking’s 15-day Komodo &the Australian Coast voyage from Sydney to Bali or vice versa. Priced from $9,995pp with a $1,000 flight credit per couple and a saving of $1,000 per couple*.
Uncover the cultural and natural wonders of Indonesia and Australia. Witness colourful traditions on Lombok Island. Explore Komodo National Park with a trained naturalist. Experience the charms of Darwin with a local. And uncover the cosmopolitan culture of Brisbane with a welcoming guide.
Viking’s inclusive value includes everything you need, such as a guided excursion in every port, all onboard meals including alternative dining venues, wine and beer with lunch and dinner, unlimited Wi-Fi, 24-hour speciality tea, coffee, and bottled water, access to the state-of-the-art Nordic spa, self-service laundry, and all tipping. With no kids, no casinos, just 930 guests, and all veranda staterooms, Viking’s award-winning ships take you as close as possible to each destination.
River Cruising – Capitals of Eastern Europe
Explore lesser-known treasures with Viking’s 17-day Capital of Eastern Europe voyage from Vienna to Bucharest or vice versa. On sale now and priced from $6.995pp with a saving of up to $4,600 per couple*.
Discover the “City of Waltzes,” Austria’s elegant capital and European centre of classical music. In Bratislava, view grand palaces from the Hapsburg era and delve into Budapest’s vibrant culture. Be captivated by lesser-known gems as you visit towns and cities across the Balkans. Explore Bucharest’s old-world charm, tree-lined boulevards and witness its socialist architecture. With visits to five capital cities, this 17-day voyage is sure to inspire.
Simply unpack once and let the dedicated crew take care of the rest as you relax on board their award-winning Viking Longships. Local guides immerse you in the history and culture of each destination with enriching excursions. Enjoy all your onboard meals with complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch & dinner. Plus, you’ll enjoy endless speciality tea, coffee & bottled water, unlimited Wi-Fi, and all onboard gratuities, port charges and taxes.
Ocean Cruising – Into the Midnight Sun
Traverse deep-cut fjords with Viking’s 15-day Into the Midnight Sun voyage from Bergen to London or vice versa. Priced from $10,395 with a $2,000 flight credit per couple*.
Gaze upon Nordic splendour and sail across the Arctic Circle here the midnight sun shines 24 hours a day. Follow in the footsteps of Vikings between the remote beauty of North Cape and the windswept Shetland and Orkney Islands of Scotland. Enjoy an overnight stay in the former Hanseatic League city of Bergen and visit the Scottish capital of Edinburgh, where medieval glory mingles with classic beauty.
With no kids, no casinos, just 930 guests, and all veranda staterooms, Viking’s award-winning ships take you as close as possible to each destination. Viking’s inclusive value includes everything you need, such as a guided excursion in every port, all onboard meals including alternative dining venues, wine and beer with lunch and dinner, unlimited Wi-Fi, 24-hour speciality tea, coffee, and bottled water, access to the state-of-the-art Nordic spa, self-service laundry, and all tipping.
For additional information, visit vikingcruises.com.au or phone Viking on 138 747 (AU) / 0800 447 913 (NZ).
Email the Travel Weekly team at traveldesk@travelweekly.com.au
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