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23 | Viking Explorer Society News Ten inspiring new pre and post land extensions to enrich your river voyage. Explore More WITH OUR NEW EXTENSIONS Enhance your Viking experience with a pre or post land extension, making the most of your time away. Whether you want to delve deeper into your embarkation or disembarkation city or explore a new destination altogether, our ten new extensions on several popular river itineraries offer endless opportunities to discover something new in 2025 and 2026. Ancient Greece Duration: 4 Nights Available on: Pharaohs & Pyramids Spend four enchanting nights in Athens before beginning your journey down Egypt's Nile River. Enjoy Greece's most splendid views of the Peloponnese peninsula and wander through the well-preserved cities of Mycenae and Epidaurus. Visit Delphi, home of the oracle once sought by ancient Greek leaders and marvel at the iconic sites of this ancient capital. Best of Belgium Duration: 3 nights Available on: Paris & the Heart of Normandy, Rhine Getaway Stay three nights in Brussels, where you can delve into Belgium's rich history, stunning architecture and vibrant culture. Discover the picturesque UNESCO-listed charms of Brussels. In medieval Bruges, stop by the Church of Our Lady to marvel at Michelangelo's Madonna and Child. Explore bustling Antwerp, Europe's renowned diamond capital. Best of Holland Duration: 3 nights Available on: Lyon, Provence & the Rhineland; Grand European; Rhine Getaway; European Sojourn Extend your voyage to experience the rich cultural heritage and striking landscape of Holland. Visit the Royal Dutch Delftware Manufactory and Gouda's historic sites and partake in a stroopwafel workshop. Explore the architectural marvels of Hague and admire the masterpieces on display at the Mauritshuis Museum and Rijksmuseum. Budapest & Tokaj Duration: 4 nights Available on: Danube Waltz, Romantic Danube Discover Hungary's northern wine country as a compliment to your Danube River explorations. Delight in rich history and culture as you explore Gödöllö Palace, marvel at Eger's baroque architecture and savour a taste of regional wines. Visit historic sites of Tokaj, including a UNESCO-listed cellar system, and experience traditional pastoral life at Hortobágy National Park.