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S H A N G H A I , C H I N A VA L L E T TA , M A LTA LONDON – SET YOUR CLOCK IN GREENWICH See the Tower of London, Parliament and Big Ben, Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace and St. Paul's Cathedral. Or venture into the countryside to visit Windsor Castle, one of the royal residences. Alternatively, step off the ship to tour Greenwich, its excellent National Maritime Museum and the Royal Observatory. VALLETTA – MALTA'S COLOURFUL CAPITAL Malta invites you to witness its fascinating past through the wide variety of building styles and landmarks. From the Grand Master's Palace of the Knights of St. John to the British-era Fort Rinella to the baroque architecture of its main town of Valletta, this isle is certain to delight those who come here to explore. GOA – PORTUGUESE INSPIRATION The Portuguese influence remains in the city's grand colonial architecture. See the Church of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception in Panaji, where mass is conducted in English, Portuguese and the local Konkani dialect. In Old Goa, admire the Basilica of Bom Jesus, the Sé Cathedral and colonial houses. WAITAN – TWO FACES OF SHANGHAI Waitan, as it is known to locals, follows the west bank of the Huangpu River. As you join local residents for a leisurely stroll, admire the stately colonial architecture from the 1920s and 1930s. Across the water, marvel at the skyscrapers of Pudong, a futuristic parallel world. AUCKLAND – SEAFARING BEAUTY Auckland, or the "City of Sails" has hosted two Americas Cups, and its marinas are brimming with world-class yachts. Tour Auckland's War Memorial, and enjoy up-market Parnell Village during an overnight stay. If you wish, visit the region's wine country to sample some of its world-acclaimed vintages. DUNEDIN – PINOT NOIR COUNTRY On the Otago Peninsula and nestled among rolling green hills that drop sharply into the sea, Dunedin is home to a wealth of Edwardian and Victorian buildings, including the stunning Dunedin Railway Station. Perhaps visit one of the world's most accessible albatross rookeries, where you can observe these magnificent birds in their rich natural habitat. A F E W H I G H L I G H T S O F Y O U R J O U R N E Y 166 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit vikingcruises.com.au/oceans