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Contact your local Viking travel advisor, call us on 138 747 (AU), 0800 447 913 (NZ) or visit viking.com | 29 THE JOURNEY BEGINS BEFORE YOU REACH THE PORT A Viking itinerary is crafted with destination immersion at its heart. Rather than simply ticking off landmarks, each voyage is designed to provide a deeper understanding of the history and culture of a region. Whether sailing through the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, the Americas or Asia, guests can explore destinations through thoughtfully selected shore excursions, offering authentic insights into local life, heritage and traditions. LEARN FROM EXPERTS AT SEA One of the most distinctive features of a Viking ocean voyage is its extensive onboard enrichment program. Throughout each journey, Viking Resident Historians provide fascinating presentations tailored to the destinations on your itinerary. Guest lecturers add further depth through engaging talks on art, architecture, geopolitics and the natural world. This is complemented by cultural destination performances, creating opportunities to engage more deeply with the world throughout your voyage. A LIBRARY CURATED FOR DISCOVERY For travellers who love to learn, Viking's onboard library is among the most impressive at sea. Curated by renowned London bookseller Heywood Hill, guests can browse works covering history, art and culture. Whether you are researching tomorrow's destination or reflecting on today's discoveries, the library is the perfect place to deepen your understanding of the places you visit. CULTURE WOVEN INTO EVERY CORNER The ships themselves celebrate exploration, heritage and artistic achievement. In the Explorers' Lounge, guests can discover stories of legendary Norwegian explorers through maps, navigational instruments and displays inspired by Nordic seafaring traditions. The onboard Viking Heritage Exhibition also offers a fascinating glimpse into Viking history, while art lovers can admire works by celebrated Norwegian artists throughout the fleet. OCEAN VOYAGES REIMAGINED Viking offers ocean voyages for travellers who value culture over crowds, discovery over distraction and meaningful experiences over fleeting moments. It is no wonder Viking is known as "The Thinking Person's Cruise." RESIDENT HISTORIANS LIBRARY