Viking Announces 2028 and 2029 World Cruises

For travelers who dream of seeing the world in one extraordinary journey, Viking has officially announced its 2028 and 2029 World Cruise itineraries, and interest has been overwhelming from the moment they were released.

In fact, many of the most desirable accommodations on the 2028 sailing are already spoken for, while the 2029 voyage still offers a broader selection of stateroom categories.

If a Viking World Cruise is on your bucket list, now is the time to start planning.

A Journey Around the Globe: 2028-2029

Viking’s flagship World Cruise for 2028-2029 will sail aboard the elegant Viking Vesta, departing Fort Lauderdale on December 21, 2028, and arriving in London on May 12, 2029. The voyage spans an impressive 142 days, visits 31 countries across six continents, includes 62 guided tours, and features overnight stays in 16 cities. Guests will also have opportunities to visit up to 45 UNESCO World Heritage Sites along the way.

The itinerary has been thoughtfully designed to combine iconic destinations with less-visited ports that offer deeper cultural immersion. Highlights include:

• Transit through the Panama Canal
• Hawaii and French Polynesia
• New Zealand and Australia
• Southeast Asia
• Africa, including opportunities for safari experiences
• European capitals and historic coastal cities

Now, beyond the 142 day world cruise, Viking has three other options for this world cruise, depending on where you get on and where you get off. For example,

• A 170 day option – Ft. Lauderdale to Stockholm, Dec 21,2028, arriving in Stockholm on June 9, 2029: LINK
• A 153 day option – Los Angeles to Stockholm, Jan 7, 2029 and arriving in Stockholm on June 9, 2029: LINK
• And a shorter 125 day option – Los Angeles to London, Jan 7, 2029 and arriving in London on May 12, 2029: LINK

Booking Details:

From now through May 31, 2026, Viking is offering North American travelers special savings on 2028-2029 World Cruises, including free business class airfare and transfers, a $4,000 per couple shore excursion credit, a $4,000 per couple shipboard credit for returning guests, complimentary Silver Spirits Beverage Package and more. Plus, guests can enjoy a limited-time reduced deposit of 10%. As always, Viking Inclusive Value also features one complimentary shore excursion in each port, complimentary access to The Nordic Spa & Fitness Center, free Wi-Fi and more. Guests who pay in full early may also enjoy additional savings. Oh, and all gratuities are included as well.

Lastly, you should also know that the larger staterooms and suites are typically the first accommodations to sell out, as many travelers prefer the additional space and comfort on a voyage of this length.

A Journey Around the Globe: 2027-2028

You should also know that, while space is limited, Viking also has some space left on their 2027-2028 world cruise with these options:

• 125 days from Los Angeles to London – Jan 14 – May 18, 2028: LINK
• 142 days from Ft. Lauderdale to London – Dec 28, 2027 – May 18, 2028 LINK
• 153 days from Los Angeles to Stockholm – Jan 14, 2028 – June 15, 2028 LINK
• 170 days from Ft. Lauderdale to Stockholm – Dec 28, 2027 – June 15, 2028 LINK

Considering a Viking World Cruise?

A Viking World Cruise is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience, offering the opportunity to explore multiple continents while unpacking only once. Whether you’re interested in the full World Cruise or one of the shorter World Voyage options, now is the best time to review your choices while availability remains.

With the 2028 departures already filling quickly and the best staterooms typically reserved first, early planning can make a significant difference in both cabin selection and pricing.

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