Viking Cruises

B R E A K FA S T O N T H E AQ UAV I T T E R R AC E P O L A R B E A R S , T H E A R C T I C Once onboard, activities are designed for the thinking traveller, with daily briefi ngs, world-class lectures and a comprehensive library of fascinating books carefully curated in partnership with London's prestigious and historic bookshop Heywood Hill Guests can engage with working scientists in The Science Laboratory, learn about the region from experts and participate in citizen science programs On shore, guests can assist in fi eldwork or interact through experiential activities You can help identify migratory patterns, accompany scientists to collect samples or learn from a photography expert how to capture incredible landscapes EMBRACING HYGGE At the root of every Thinking Person's Cruise is a recognition of hygge (pronounced "hyh-geh") – a Nordic way of life In embracing our strong cultural roots, we ensure that your inspiring Viking cruise is also one of comfort and contentment From a peaceful cup of tea to that surprising conversation sparked with a like-minded traveller, our aim is to help you feel more connected – to new friends and the world – on every single journey We've never been more easily connected to the rest of the world and the golden discoveries that await there Now that's something to think about "A pod of fi n whales is escorting us to Damoy Point and a crowd has gathered on the deck to watch. I reach for my camera and step out into the bracing polar air in time to see a 48-tonne cetacean launch itself out of the water." J u s t i n M e n e g u z z i , F r e e l a n c e J o u r n a l i s t a n d P h o t o g r a p h e r 15 Call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or contact your local Viking travel agent

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