Viking Cruises

N O RT H PA C I F I C PA S S A G E T O K Y O – V A N C O U V E R o r v i ce v e r s a D A Y 1 T O K Y O , J A P A N Embark and settle into your veranda stateroom with plenty of time to explore your ship D A Y 2 T O K Y O , J A P A N Explore Tokyo on your own today Perhaps visit the picturesque garden, Shinjuku Gyoen, or ride the city's famous subway to the Ginza District D A Y 3 C R U I S E T H E T S U G A R U S T R A I T Cross the Tsugaru Strait today in northern Japan, linking the Sea of Japan and the Pacific Ocean D A Y 4 S A P P O R O ( O T A R U ) , J A P A N Immerse yourself in the fascinating culture of Japan's northern island Choose to attend a geisha performance D A Y 5 S A P P O R O ( O T A R U ) , J A P A N On your second day in Sapporo, choose to walk along picturesque Otaru Canal or take part in the time-honoured Japanese custom of hanami, or "flower-viewing" D A Y 6-7 C R U I S E T H E S E A O F O K H O T S K Sail the waters of the Sea of Okhotsk while reading a book by the Main Pool or unwind with a visit to the sauna D A Y 8 P E T R O P A V L O V S K - K A M C H A T S K Y, R U S S I A Explore one of Russia's most important eastern settlements, a cultural hub perched on the high scenic hills of the Kamchatka Peninsula D A Y 9 P E T R O P A V L O V S K - K A M C H A T S K Y, R U S S I A Discover the area's natural history and heritage and venture into the rugged countryside, or visit a Koryak village to witness the daily lives of native people D A Y 10 C R U I S E T H E B E R I N G S E A Cross the legendary Bering Sea with a relaxing tea in the Wintergarden, or enjoy some music in the Living Room D A Y 11 C R O S S T H E I N T E R N AT I O N A L D AT E L I N E As you cross the International Date Line today, you will "cruise into yesterday", gaining a day D A Y 12 C R U I S E T H E B E R I N G S E A Continue cruising the Bering Sea Join an onboard lecture to learn about the upcoming Alaska ports D A Y 13 D U T C H H A R B O R , U N I T E D S T A T E S Head ashore to explore the port on your own, absorbing island heritage in a picturesque island setting surrounded by snow-capped mountains D A Y 14 C R U I S E T H E G U L F O F A L A S K A Enjoy a workout session in the Fitness Centre or authentic Norwegian fare at Mamsen's gourmet deli for lunch D A Y 15 K O D I A K , U N I T E D S T A T E S Enjoy the compelling setting of Kodiak while learning about the city's booming fishing industry or the lives of the Alutiiq natives Alternately, you might join an exciting bear safari D A Y 16 S E W A R D , U N I T E D S T A T E S Discover this modest seaport, renowned as the starting point of the world-famous Iditarod dogsled race Explore thriving sea life right off the coast and take in breathtaking glacier views D A Y 17 V A L D E Z , U N I T E D S T A T E S Explore this small fishing town's rich past at your leisure, following your own interests Visit the superb Columbia Tidal Glacier in Prince William Sound or paddle a kayak between exquisite icebergs D A Y 18 C R U I S E Y A K U T A T B A Y Cruise into majestic Yakutat Bay to witness some of Alaska's most breathtaking and pristine glacier scenery D A Y 19 I C Y S T R A I T P O I N T , U N I T E D S T A T E S Celebrate the Tlingit culture during cultural presentations or join a whale-watching excursion D A Y 20 S I T K A , U N I T E D S T A T E S Glimpse the Russian influence in Sitka, once the capital of Russian Alaska Admire Sitka's fascinating totem poles and immerse yourself in its heritage during your time in this scenic city D A Y 21 K E T C H I K A N , U N I T E D S T A T E S Discover Alaska's "first city" by following the footsteps of lumberjacks, fishermen and ladies of the night D A Y 22 S C E N I C C R U I S I N G : I N S I D E P A S S A G E Marvel at the natural splendour of Alaska's most scenic waterways, the Inside Passage, watching out for several species of orcas, dolphins, wales, eagles and gulls D A Y 23 V A N C O U V E R , C A N A D A Disembark your ship and consider extending your stay to explore Vancouver, British Columbia's cultural capital E N J O Y, I T ' S A L L I NC L U DE D Your cruise fare covers all of this: • 23-day cruise in a private veranda stateroom, visiting four countries and 11 ports • Guided excursion in each port of call • Culture Curriculum: Become immersed in your destinations through lectures on or performances of music, art, cooking, dance and history • All onboard meals • Wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board • Coffee and tea any time on board • 24-hour room service • Access to LivNordic Spa facilities • Free Wi-Fi • Self-service laundry • All port charges and government taxes • All onboard tipping and gratuities 167 Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or contact your local Viking travel agent

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