Panama & Scenic South America

From $8,999 per person

18 days

2 countries

Ships: Viking Octantis, Viking Polaris

Viking Expeditions

Viking Expeditions

Ship Viking Octantis: 18 days · 17 nights·Ship Viking Polaris: 18 days · 17 nights·2 countries
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Journey summary · at a glance

18 days, 17 nights.

Journey summary

  • Day 1 - Ft. Lauderdale
  • Day 2 - Sail the Gulf of Mexico
  • Day 3 - Cozumel
  • Day 4 - Sail the Caribbean Sea
  • Day 5 - Sail the Caribbean Sea
  • Day 6 - Scenic Sailing: Panama Canal
  • Day 7 - Panama City (Fuerte Amador)
  • Day 8 - Sail the Pacific Ocean
  • Day 9 - Manta
  • Day 10 - Sail the Pacific Ocean
  • Day 11 - Sail the Pacific Ocean
  • Day 12 - Lima (Callao)
  • Day 13 - Sail the Pacific Ocean
  • Day 14 - Sail the Pacific Ocean
  • Day 15 - Iquique
  • Day 16 - Sail the Pacific Ocean
  • Day 17 - Sail the Pacific Ocean
  • Day 18 - Santiago (Valparaíso)
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Pre- & Post-Cruise

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Add extra days in Cairo or Jordan before or after your cruise.

pre: Ft. Lauderdale From  $999 |  2 nights
Pre-cruise

pre: Ft. Lauderdale From $999 | 2 nights

2 nights

Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Ft. Lauderdale, famed for its arts, culture and white-sand beaches. During your two-night stay, explore the Everglades by airboat, admire the sights during a promenade stroll or relax in a gondola as you float along the city’s Venetian-style waterways.

Extension available on selected dates from January 2024.

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The Viking Octantis.

Sail the world in unparalleled luxury aboard the Viking Octantis, a masterpiece of design and comfort.

Viking Octantis
378Guests
2022Launched

Discover the Viking Octantis

The Viking Octantis is a modern marvel designed for epic adventures in polar regions and beyond. With its Polar Class 6 ice-strengthened hull, this ship is built to navigate icy waters safely and in style.

Hosting just 378 guests and served by 260 crew members, every detail on board exudes intimacy and attention to luxury. Its Scandinavian design captivates with sleek, open spaces, natural light, and cozy, warm tones. Passengers can enjoy panoramic lounges, fine dining, and elegant staterooms equipped with thoughtful features like drying closets and luxury linens.

Excitement meets exploration through The Hangar, where Zodiacs, kayaks, and submarines are ready for adventures. After a day discovering the Arctic or Great Lakes, unwind at the Nordic Spa or savor flavors of Norway at Mamsen's.

The Viking Octantis redefines expedition cruising, merging discovery with sophisticated comforts.

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