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viking.com | 23 D E S T I N AT I O N S P OT L I G H T ICEBERGS AND ARCTIC COASTLINES Further north, Ilulissat and Uummannaq deliver some of the journey's most memorable Arctic scenes. Guests can admire Ilulissat's famous ice fjord, explore traces of ancient Inuit settlements and take in the striking coastal landscapes of Uummannaq Fjord. INTO THE CANADIAN HIGH ARCTIC In Pond Inlet and the Canadian High Arctic, the expedition spirit comes to the fore. Guests can kayak among polar landscapes, set out by Zodiac, or grab their binoculars and scan the landscape for the many species of migratory birds that flock to the region. CULTURE ALONG THE ST. LAWRENCE After the stark beauty of the Arctic, eastern Canada brings a different rhythm. Historic ports, national parks and maritime communities lead to Québec City, where Old Québec, Château Frontenac, Dufferin Terrace and the city's fortified streets offer a rich blend of French heritage and North American history. EXTEND YOUR VOYAGE WITH 5 NIGHTS IN PERU Immerse yourself in the ancient Incan civilisation of the Peruvian Andes as you spend 5 nights exploring their sacred sites. Discover the well-preserved structures of Machu Picchu, a UNESCO Site. Learn more about the traditions of the Andean people, and experience modern Peru in Lima and Cusco. FROM ISLAND COLOUR TO THE PANAMA CANAL The journey then turns south, trading ice and rugged coastlines for the turquoise waters of The Bahamas and the lush landscapes of Jamaica. San Salvador Island, Man of War Bay and Port Antonio offer beaches, markets, waterfalls and relaxed island culture before the ship sails through the Panama Canal—a landmark passage that connects the Caribbean with the Pacific and opens the way to South America. SOUTH AMERICA'S PACIFIC EDGE Along the western coast of South America, Lima, Iquique and Valparaíso reveal layers of colonial history and coastal scenery. From Peru's museums to Chile's colourful hillsides, this stretch of the voyage showcases South America's culture and character. CHILEAN FJORDS AND WILDERNESS In southern Chile, the expedition returns to dramatic wilderness. From Puerto Chacabuco to Garibaldi Fjord, guests encounter the glacier-carved landscapes of the Chilean fjords, where towering ice, snow-dusted peaks and sheltered waterways come into view. ANTARCTICA: THE BREATHTAKING FINALE After rounding Cape Horn and crossing the Drake Passage, Antarctica becomes the voyage's unforgettable conclusion. Here, icebergs glimmer in quiet bays, glaciers calve into the sea and wildlife may appear in remarkable moments, from seals resting on ice to whales surfacing in cold waters. Shore landings, kayaking and journeys by Special Operations Boat bring guests closer to a destination that has inspired explorers for centuries. GREENLAND'S INUIT HERITAGE The voyage begins in Nuuk, Greenland's capital, where colourful harbourfront houses sit beneath rugged mountains and Inuit heritage is brought to life through local museums, art and storytelling. LEARN MORE

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