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British Isles Explorer
Apr 24, 2029 – May 8, 202914 nightsLondon (Southampton) to Bergen
British Isles Explorer is a 14-night Viking cruise on Viking Lyra, sailing Apr 24, 2029 from London (Southampton) to Bergen. It calls at Dover (London), Dublin, Holyhead, Liverpool, Belfast, The Highlands (Ullapool), Orkney Islands (Kirkwall) and 4 more. The lowest current fare is $8,499 per person for Veranda. Taxes & fees included.
- Length
- 14 nights
- Departs
- Apr 24, 2029, London (Southampton)
- Returns
- May 8, 2029, Bergen
- Ports of call
- 12
- Days at sea
- 0
- Ship
- Viking Lyra
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Itinerary
- Day 1Apr 24
London (Southampton), United Kingdom
EmbarkOvernight
About London (Southampton)
Protected from the frequent storms of the English Channel by the Isle of Wight, Southampton has survived a turbulent history to serve as a principal port of the United Kingdom today. Pay homage to one of the most famous ships to sail these shores at the Mayflower Memorial.
- Day 2Apr 25
London (Southampton), United Kingdom
Overnight
About London (Southampton)
Protected from the frequent storms of the English Channel by the Isle of Wight, Southampton has survived a turbulent history to serve as a principal port of the United Kingdom today. Pay homage to one of the most famous ships to sail these shores at the Mayflower Memorial.
- Day 3Apr 26
Dover (London), England
- Day 4Apr 27
English Channel (Scenic Cruising)
Scenic cruising
- Day 5Apr 28
About Dublin
Crisscrossed by the Liffey and Tolka rivers, adorned with charming bridges, waterways, and narrow alleys, Dublin's distinct Georgian architecture lends to its quaint, picturesque allure.
- Day 6Apr 29
Holyhead, Wales
About Holyhead
Today the city of Holyhead is connected to the large Welsh island of Anglesey by a causeway known locally as The Cobb, but until the mid-19th century, it was on its own separate Holy Island connected by a bridge. Its protected harbor and location adjacent to the Irish Sea made it an important port from Roman times.
- Day 7Apr 30
Liverpool, England
About Liverpool
Few destinations wear their souls as outwardly as Liverpool, an alluringly energetic city of humor, individuality, grit and history, whose inhabitants are known as much for their fierce sporting loyalties as for their warmth and wit.
- Day 8May 1
Belfast, Northern Ireland
About Belfast
Belfast is Northern Ireland's fun-loving and cosmopolitan capital. Its seat of government is Stormont Castle, a beautiful baronial mansion. There is something of interest here for everyone: Victorian architecture, a glittering waterfront, modern art, and over 90 Irish pubs.
- Day 9May 2
The Highlands (Ullapool), Scotland
- Day 10May 3
Orkney Islands (Kirkwall), Scotland
About Orkney Islands (Kirkwall)
The Orkney Islands are an island group off the north coast of Scotland, near the town of Kirkwall. This part of the United Kingdom holds standing stones, burial mounds and old stone houses left by people who lived here long ago. The islands sit in the waters between the North Sea and the Atlantic Ocean.
- Day 11May 4
Edinburgh (South Queensferry), Scotland
- Day 12May 5
Aberdeen, Scotland
About Aberdeen
Aberdeen, Scotland's third-largest city and the bustling hub of the North Sea oil industry, is a captivating blend of architectural distinction and natural beauty.
- Day 13May 6
Shetland Islands (Lerwick), Scotland
About Shetland Islands (Lerwick)
The Shetland Islands are an archipelago belonging to Scotland, and they mark the most northerly region of the United Kingdom. Orkney lies to the south-west and Norway to the east, with the Faroe Islands as another near neighbour.
- Day 14May 7
Bergen, Norway
Overnight
About Bergen
Stunningly beautiful Bergen is the ideal combination of nature, culture and exciting urban life, and is also the gateway to Norway's fjords. Since King Olav Kyrre founded the city in 1070, Bergen has attracted people from all over the world.
- Day 15May 8
Bergen, Norway
DisembarkOvernight
About Bergen
Stunningly beautiful Bergen is the ideal combination of nature, culture and exciting urban life, and is also the gateway to Norway's fjords. Since King Olav Kyrre founded the city in 1070, Bergen has attracted people from all over the world.
Viking Lyra
Viking Lyra is a Viking ocean ship that carries up to 998 guests across 10 decks. Staterooms range from Owner's Suite and Explorer Suite to Penthouse Junior Suite, Penthouse Veranda, Deluxe Veranda and Veranda. Dining includes the Torshavn and Explorers' Lounge bars, with The Living Room, Infinity Pool, The Theater and Sports Deck as other spaces on board.
- Year built
- 2028
- Guests
- 998
- Length
- 784
- Decks
- 10
Dining and venues
- Torshavn
- Explorers’ Lounge
- Bar
- The Living Room
- Main Pool with Retractable Roof
- Infinity Pool
- The Theater
- Sports Deck
- Atrium
Deck plans
Staterooms
Per person, double occupancy
Veranda
Penthouse Veranda (360 sq ft) · Deluxe Veranda (288 sq ft) · Veranda (288 sq ft)
Ocean-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
$8,499
Suite
Owner’s Suite (1,448 sq ft) · Explorer Suite (808–1,215 sq ft) · Penthouse Junior Suite (432 sq ft)
Largest multi-room, ocean-view accommodations on board
$13,999
Standard
French Balcony
Prices per person, double occupancy, cruise only. Taxes & fees included.
Dates and prices
14 nights, British Isles Explorer
On Viking Lyra
- Aug 27, 2028 – Sep 10, 2028Viking LyraFrom $9,299
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- Jun 19, 2029 – Jul 3, 2029Viking LyraFrom $8,499
- Jul 17, 2029 – Jul 31, 2029Viking LyraFrom $8,499
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Questions about British Isles Explorer on Viking Lyra
How much does the British Isles Explorer cruise on Viking Lyra cost?
Fares start at $8,499 per person (Veranda). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Veranda $8,499 and Suite $13,999. Taxes & fees included.
Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?
Departs London (Southampton) and ends in Bergen. Ports: Dover (London), Dublin, Holyhead, Liverpool, Belfast, The Highlands (Ullapool), Orkney Islands (Kirkwall), Edinburgh (South Queensferry), Aberdeen, Shetland Islands (Lerwick) and Bergen.
What is included in the fare?
Taxes & fees included.
What is the cheapest date for this cruise?
Of 32 dates with a current fare, Mar 22, 2028 on Viking Astrea is lowest at $7,599 per person.
How do I book this cruise?
Send a request and an advisor confirms the current fare and availability and books it for you. You do not pay on the website.