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British Isles Explorer
Jun 16, 2029 – Jun 30, 202914 nightsBergen to London (Southampton)
British Isles Explorer is a 14-night Viking cruise on Viking Mars, sailing Jun 16, 2029 from Bergen to London (Southampton). It calls at Shetland Islands (Lerwick), Aberdeen, Edinburgh (South Queensferry), Orkney Islands (Kirkwall), The Highlands (Ullapool), Belfast, Liverpool and 4 more. The lowest current fare is $8,499 per person for Veranda. Taxes & fees included.
- Length
- 14 nights
- Departs
- Jun 16, 2029, Bergen
- Returns
- Jun 30, 2029, London (Southampton)
- Ports of call
- 12
- Days at sea
- 0
- Ship
- Viking Mars
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Itinerary
- Day 1Jun 16
Bergen, Norway
EmbarkOvernight
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 2Jun 17
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 3Jun 18
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 4Jun 19
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 5Jun 20
Edinburgh (South Queensferry), Scotland
- Day 6Jun 21
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 7Jun 22
The Highlands (Ullapool), Scotland
- Day 8Jun 23
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 9Jun 24
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 10Jun 25
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 11Jun 26
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 12Jun 27
English Channel (Scenic Cruising)
Scenic cruising
- Day 13Jun 28
Dover (London), England
- Day 14Jun 29
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 15Jun 30
London (Southampton), United Kingdom
DisembarkOvernight
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.
Viking Mars
Viking Mars is a Viking ocean ship built in 2022, carrying up to 930 guests across ten decks. Dining and drinking include Torshavn and Explorers' Lounge, with the Living Room as an additional space. Staterooms range from Owner's Suite and Explorer Suite to Penthouse Junior Suite, Penthouse Veranda, Deluxe Veranda and Veranda.
- Year built
- 2022
- Guests
- 930
- Length
- 745
- 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 (338 sq ft) · Deluxe Veranda (270 sq ft) · Veranda (270 sq ft)
Ocean-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
$8,499
Suite
Owner’s Suite (1,297 sq ft) · Explorer Suite (611–778 sq ft) · Penthouse Junior Suite (405 sq ft)
Largest multi-room, ocean-view accommodations on board
$14,499
Standard
French Balcony
Prices per person, double occupancy, cruise only. Taxes & fees included.
Dates and prices
14 nights, British Isles Explorer
On Viking Mars
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Questions about British Isles Explorer on Viking Mars
How much does the British Isles Explorer cruise on Viking Mars cost?
Fares start at $8,499 per person (Veranda). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Veranda $8,499 and Suite $14,499. Taxes & fees included.
Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?
Departs Bergen and ends in London (Southampton). Ports: Shetland Islands (Lerwick), Aberdeen, Edinburgh (South Queensferry), Orkney Islands (Kirkwall), The Highlands (Ullapool), Belfast, Liverpool, Holyhead, Dublin, Dover (London) and London (Southampton).
What is included in the fare?
Taxes & fees included.
What is the cheapest date for this cruise?
Of 23 dates with a current fare, Apr 7, 2028 on Viking Libra is lowest at $7,799 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.