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Shore Excursions
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Explore The Viking Way®
Designed to bring local culture and history to life, our thoughtfully designed excursions—led by knowledgeable local guides—reflect our commitment to in-depth exploration. In each port, uncover hidden gems and connect with the people, traditions and stories that immerse you in the culture of your destination.
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Get closer to your destinations
Enjoy a cooking demonstration at a medieval castle in Tuscany and learn to make pasta with sauce from local tomatoes, herbs and spices. In the Netherlands, discover the inner workings and living quarters of a Kinderdijk windmill. Or, explore Saigon’s vibrant streets and colorful alleys by pedal cab. With an included excursion in each port and hundreds of optional excursions to choose from, you can customize your journey to suit your interests.
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Local Life, Working World & Privileged Access®
Experience your destination like a local as you taste your way through a culinary tour of Budapest or witness life on a traditional Norwegian farm. Gain insight into the world at work while sampling wines at a Wachau Valley Vineyard or touring Volkswagen's state-of-the-art factory in Dresden. Or, discover Privileged Access. Unique to Viking, these exclusive experiences open doors to places that may otherwise be difficult to visit, such as before- and after-hours entry to renowned museums, access to private homes and special collections, admission to select cultural performances and more.
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Omaha Beach in Vierville-sur-Mer, France
Overland Excursions
On select longer voyages, you may choose an Overland Excursion—an immersive opportunity to venture beyond your port city and journey inland on a fully guided multi-day tour. In France, explore Normandy’s coast with visits to Omaha Beach and the D-Day Museum. Go on safari in search of lions, leopards and elephants at Kruger National Park in South Africa. Or, sleep in a hotel made entirely out of ice and snow in Norway. Overland Excursions include deluxe hotel stays, meals and transportation, so you can explore while we handle the logistics.
Omaha Beach in Vierville-sur-Mer, France
Shore Excursions
With Viking Inclusive Value, you can enjoy a complimentary shore excursion in each port of call. Or, choose from a wide variety of optional onshore excursions designed to immerse you in your destination. For a more personalized experience, consider a Private Excursion—a curated tour featuring a private driver and host that is tailored to your interests. To learn more, browse some of our most popular shore excursions below.
