Viking Cruises

G R E AT L A K E S C O L L E C T I O N D U L U T H – T O R O N T O o r v i ce v e r s a D A Y 1 D U L U T H , U S A Arrive in Duluth today and embark your Viking Expedition ship. Duluth celebrates its history and culture with a wide array of museums and landmarks, including its famed Aerial Lift Bridge spanning the Duluth ship canal. D A Y 2 T H U N D E R B A Y , C A N A D A Thunder Bay is known as "Canada's Gateway to the West" for its location at the fi nal navigational point on the Canadian side of Lake Superior. D A Y 3 S I L V E R I S L E T , C A N A D A Sitting on the southern edge of the Sibley Peninsula of the mouth of Thunder Bay, Silver Islet and nearby Sleeping Giant Provincial Park off ers outdoor enthusiasts year-round opportunities to explore both hiking traits and diverse wildlife. D A Y 4 S C E N I C S A I L I N G : S O O L O C K S Pass through the engineering feat of the Soo Locks from Lake Huron into Lake Superior. D A Y 5 M A C K I N A C I S L A N D , U S A Located in the Straits of Mackinac, this bucolic haven preserves gilded Victorian-era treasures along car-free streets traversed by horse-drawn carriages. D A Y 6 D O O R P E N I N S U L A ( A L G O M A ) , U S A Algoma is the gateway to the scenic Door Peninsula, a slender limestone peninsula projecting out into Lake Michigan. D A Y 7 A L P E N A , U S A Alpena is the largest city in Michigan's thinly populated lower peninsula. Facing Lake Huron's Thunder Bay, the town is home to Alpena Light, a brilliant red steel structure built in 1914. D A Y 8-10 E X P L O R E G E O R G I A N B A Y Discover the magnifi cent UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of Georgian Bay. The pristine shores of Frazer Bay, Killarney and Parry Sound are best explored by kayak or RIB while peaceful walking trails lead into the woodland realms. D A Y 11 W I N D S O R , C A N A D A Situated on the south bank of the Detroit River across from Detroit, it is the busiest international border crossing in North America with several transport routes connecting the two cities. D A Y 12 C L E V E L A N D , U S A Sitting on the shores of Lake Erie at the mouth of the Cuyahoga River, Cleveland is a major port along the St. Lawrence Seaway. D A Y 13 N I A G A R A F A L L S ( P O R T C O L B O R N E ) , C A N A D A Port Colborne proudly proclaims itself the "Gateway to Navigation." It is also the gateway to North America's largest and most powerful cascade, Niagara Falls. D A Y 14 C R U I S E W E L L A N D C A N A L The Welland Canal comprises eight locks that lift or lower ships a total of 100 metres between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie to bypass the Niagara River and its mighty falls. D A Y 15 T O R O N T O , C A N A D A Disembark your ship today and say goodbye to your newfound friends. E N J O Y, I T ' S A L L I NC L U DE D Your expedition fare covers all of this: • 15-day expedition visiting two countries and multiple ports/landings • One complimentary shore excursion or landing in every port/site • Access to Viking scientists; expedition briefi ngs, guest lectures and citizen science programs • Viking Expedition Kit including the use of boots, binoculars, waterproof pants and outerwear • Use of Viking Excursion Gear: specialty items like trekking poles and wet/dry suits when needed • Kayaks, Zodiacs & Special Operations Boats (where available) • All onboard meals • Wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board • Coff ee and tea any time on board • 24-hour room service • Access to Nordic Spa facilities • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) • Self-service laundry • All port charges and government taxes • All onboard tipping and gratuities TO R O N TO, C A N A DA 119 Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or contact your local Viking travel agent

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