Viking: Viking Polaris

 

19-night Panama Canal & The Americas Cruise from $11995


 

Firstly it was invented modern river cruising. Then, it got redefined ocean cruising. Now, experience all the comfort and elegance of award-winning fleet with an expedition ship built specifically to explore the world's most remote destinations and allow you to immerse yourself in these regions.

 

 

Itinerary

Destination

Arrival

Departure

Santiago (Valparaiso)

3/17/2026

3/17/2026 6:00:00 PM

Santiago, with over four million people, is the fifth-largest city in South America. Standing in a wide plain 1,800 feet above sea level, Santiago boasts a beautiful setting. Snow-capped peaks of the Andes chain provide a dramatic backdrop. Tastefully laid-out public gardens contribute to the beauty of the city. However, Santiago also suffers from horrendous traffic and a high percentage of pollution. The heart of Santiago is the Plaza de Armas, flanked by the cathedral, the archbishop’s palace, the National History Museum and fine arcaded buildings lined with shops. The two-mile-long Avenida O’Higgins is the major thoroughfare, commonly known as the Alameda. There is a splendid view over the city from San Cristobal Hill, crowned by the statue of the Virgin Mary.

Suggested Private Excursions

Valparaiso: Encounter with the Art - 4 hours

Valparaiso - Wines of the Casablanca Valley

 

At Sea

3/18/2026

3/18/2026

No information currently available.

At Sea

3/19/2026

3/19/2026

No information currently available.

Iquique

3/20/2026 8:00:00 AM

3/20/2026 6:00:00 PM

Iquique is dominated mainly by the Atacama Desert and the Pacific Ocean. Its beautiful beaches, warm weather, varied landscape and exciting social activities make Iquique a desired destination. Probably the most visited attraction in Iquique are the giant geoglyphs in the area. In the main plaza in town, visitors can wonder through beautiful gardens, the clock tower and stop in a naval heroes of the War of the Pacific museum. For those interested in shopping, there is Zofri Shopping Mall, the Iquique Free Trade Zone's retail sales shopping center, where shoppers will find an extraordinary variety of imported products sold free from taxes.

At Sea

3/21/2026

3/21/2026

No information currently available.

At Sea

3/22/2026

3/22/2026

No information currently available.

Lima (Callao)

3/23/2026 7:00:00 AM

3/23/2026 4:00:00 PM

Callao is the port of Lima, located six miles from the city center. Among Callao’s attractions is the Real Felipe, a colonial-style fortress built in the 18th century to defend Lima from English and Dutch buccaneers.
Today, a visit to Lima may serve as a unique Peruvian experience that offers a glimpse into the Andean world, Spanish tradition and the country’s modern aspects.

Suggested Private Excursions

Interactive Culinary Experience (5 hours)

Lima - City of the Kings (4 hours)

The Gold Museum of Lima (4 hours)

Barranco : Art and Culture (7.5 hours)

Pachacamac and the Paso Horses (8 hours)

CALLAO: Colonial Lima - 3.5 hours

CALLAO: Lima city tour and Larco Herrera Museum - 4 hours

CALLAO: Night Tour Circuito Magico del Agua with dinner- 4 hours

Lima - Magic Fountains (4 hours)

 

At Sea

3/24/2026

3/24/2026

No information currently available.

At Sea

3/25/2026

3/25/2026

No information currently available.

At Sea

3/26/2026

3/26/2026

No information currently available.

Fuerte Amador (Panama City)

3/27/2026 8:00:00 AM

3/27/2026

For many years this small island, accessible from the mainland by a causeway, was off-limits. A former headquarters of the U.S. Army and Naval Forces, this island is now developing into an upscale destination. Today visitors can enjoy the first class amenities ashore, go shopping in a luxurious new shopping plaza or tour colonial Old Panama.

Panama Canal

3/28/2026

3/28/2026

Linking the Atlantic to the Pacific, the Panama Canal provides one of cruising's most unforgettable experiences. Over 10 years were needed to complete the canal's 51 miles in 1914 - so avoiding the lengthy and often dangerous voyage around Cape Horn. 'The Big Ditch' lifts vessels by a fascinating feat of mechanics aided by on-shore 'mule' locomotives through three great locks, traversing man-made lakes, channels blasted through rock, and the dense jungle. Two other special highlights of the canal are Gatun Lake and the Gaillard cut. Gatun Lake is one of the world's largest man-made lakes covering 163 square miles. Gaillard Cut is an 8 mile channel built through solid rock which was the most difficult excavation in the canal construction.

At Sea

3/29/2026

3/29/2026

No information currently available.

Port Antonio

3/30/2026 8:30:00 AM

3/30/2026 5:00:00 PM

Some say movie star Errol Flynn was the first to float down the Rio Grande River on a raft. In this part of Jamaica, it's still a good way to spend a few idyllic hours.

Great Inagua Island

3/31/2026 10:00:00 AM

3/31/2026 6:00:00 PM

No information currently available.

San Salvador, Bahamas

4/1/2026 8:00:00 AM

4/1/2026 6:00:00 PM

San Salvador or Watling Island is one of the Bahama Islands, in the Atlantic Ocean. San Salvador is a sleepy, secluded island, believed to be the site of Columbus' first landing in the Bahamas. This is the place to sun and swim and snorkel or in the coral reefs. Watling Island was renamed San Salvador in 1926, commemorating the name given by Christopher Columbus in 1492 to his first landfall in the New World. Some scientists doubted Watling was an accurate match to his description, however, and in the mid-1980s they proposed the smaller island Samana Cay as his original landing point. The local peoples referred to Columbus's San Salvador as Guanahaní.

At Sea

4/2/2026

4/2/2026

No information currently available.

At Sea

4/3/2026

4/3/2026

No information currently available.

At Sea

4/4/2026

4/4/2026

No information currently available.

New York City

4/5/2026 7:00:00 AM

4/5/2026

New York City is a captivating, awesome, and glamorous empire. There are countless museums, theaters, restaurants, parks and towering skyscrapers. It is a shopping capital of the world. In midtown Manhattan are most of the designer boutiques; Fifth and Madison Avenues are locations of such world-renowned department stores as Bergdorf Goodman, Lord & Taylor and Saks Fifth Avenue. FAO Schwartz is one of the largest toy stores in the world. New York is also a world-class culinary experience - with pockets of ethnic restaurants: Chinatown, Little Italy, Little India and Little Brazil. The famous Statue of Liberty sculpture symbolizing the American Dream can be reached by ferry from Battery Park. Once the first stop for over 12 million immigrants, Ellis Island now houses the Museum of Immigration, including the American Immigrant Wall of Honor. The Art Deco Empire State Building is one of the world's best-loved skyscrapers with two observation decks. Also take time to visit the Chrysler Building, Radio City Music Hall, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Suggested Private Excursions

New York City: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

New York City: Private Walking Tour of Central Park - 4 Hours

New York City: One World Observatory and 9/11 Memorial & Museum Private Tour - 4 Hours

New York City: Brooklyn Essential Walking Tour - 4 Hours

New York City: SoHo

New York City: Private Bike Tour of Central Park

New York City: The Origins of NYC Sightseeing Program

New York City: A Cultural Walk Through Little Italy and Chinatown - 4 Hours

New York City: Private NYC Pizza and Gelato Challenge - 4 Hours

New York City: Private Cupcake Tasting Tour - 4 Hours

New York City: Treasures of the MET - 2 Hours

New York City: Home Alone 2: Christmas in New York Private Tour - 5 Hours

New York City: Private Bagel Making, Cragel and Donut Deluxe NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours

New York City: History Highlights Private NYC History Tour - 8 Hours

New York City: A Day Well Spent in Brooklyn Tour - 8 Hours

New York City: All Things Kids Family Friendly NYC Private Tour - 8 Hours

New York City: Art & Architecture Wonders of NYC Tour - 8 Hours

New York City: Build Your Own Full-Day NYC Private Tour - 8 Hours

New York City: Central Park Fun Private NYC Central Park Tour - 8 Hours

New York City: Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island and 9/11 Memorial Museum - 8 Hours

New York City: What’s Up in the Air - 8 Hours

New York City: Full Day Manhattan Highlights Experience - 8 Hours

New York City: Build Your Own Half-Day NYC Private Tour - 2 to 6 Hours

New York City: Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours

New York City: Eating Your Way Through Manhattan NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours

New York City: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Tour & One World Observatory Half-Day Experience - 5 Hours

New York City: Half-Day Manhattan Highlights NYC Private Tour - 4 Hours

New York City: Half-Day Statue of Liberty Tour & Ellis Island Tour - 5 Hours

New York City: Pizza and Gelato Challenge Private NYC Food Tour - 4 Hours

New York City: Private Cupcake Tasting NYC Food Tour - 3.5 Hours

New York City: Private NYC Bike Tour of Central Park - 2 Hours

New York City: Private NYC Helicopter Tour - 30 Minutes

New York City: Private Horse & Carriage Ride in Central Park Tour - 45 Minutes

New York City: Treasures of the Met Guided Tour - 2 Hours

New York City: Private NYC Walking Tour – Choose Your Neighborhood - 4 Hours

New York City: Private Brooklyn Graffiti Tour and Workshop - 1.5 Hours

New York City: Premium NYC Private Custom Tour Package - 4 Hours

New York City: Best of NYC - 3 Days

New York City: Winter Wonderland NYC Holiday Experience - 5 Hours

New York City: Holiday Trifecta NYC Experience - 6 Hours

New York City: Festive Delights: Cocoa, Caroling Cruise & Holiday Markets - 6 Hours

 

Itinerary subject to change without notice. Please confirm itinerary at time of booking.

Rates are capacity controlled, subject to availability and change without notice.

 

 

Stateroom Description & Pricing Info

Balcony

Cruise Only Price

 

N2 - Nordic Balcony Stateroom

$11995

N1 - Nordic Balcony Stateroom

$12195

DN3 - Deluxe Nordic Balcony Stateroom

$12495

DN2 - Deluxe Nordic Balcony Stateroom

$12795

DN1 - Deluxe Nordic Balcony Stateroom

$13195

NP - Nordic Penthouse Balcony Stateroom

$15995

 

Suite

Cruise Only Price

 

NS - Nordic Junior Suite

$17495

OS - Owner's Suite

CALL

ES - Explorer Suite

CALL

 

*** WAITLIST: Availability in this category is to be advised. Please contact us to request a quote.

 

 

Departure Date: 3/17/2026
Number of Nights: 19
Cruise Inclusions:

Viking Inclusive Value:

  • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call/landing site
  • Kayaks, zodiacs, RIBs & submarine excursions (where available)
  • A Viking Expedition Kit with a variety of equipment to explore at no extra charge
  • All Viking Excursion Gear needed for any relevant excursion
  • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary
  • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
  • Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge
  • 24-hour room service, specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
  • Top-rated spa and state-of-the-art fitness center access
  • Self-service launderette with iron/ironing board
  • All port taxes and fees
  • Airport transfers on embarkation/disembarkation day with purchase of Viking Air
  • Viking-arranged charter flights to select destinations
Available Addons:
  • Optional air add-ons are available from Viking Cruises' designated gateway cities in the U.S. and Canada, and include all government fees and taxes.
  • Pre- or Post- cruise hotel stay
  • Optional shore excursions
Remarks:

All fares and offers are for new bookings only, as of , are subject to availability, may not be combinable with other offers except Viking Explorer Society Travel Credit and Referral Rewards Credit, are capacity-controlled and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice.

Cruise fares listed are cruise only in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy. Cruise fares listed are valid for U.S. and Canadian residents only. Cruise ship fuel surcharge may apply. 2-for-1 fares are based upon published full brochure fares; cruise fares do not include pre-paid charges, optional facilities and service fees, and personal charges, as defined in the terms and conditions of the Passenger Ticket Contract. Full brochure fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all stateroom categories and may not have been in effect during the last 90 days. Promotional fares may remain in effect after the expiration date. Viking reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Please call for the most up-to-date prices, as pricing and availability may change at any time. The cruise ship fuel surcharge is additional revenue to Viking River Cruises, as are any additional charges relating to currency fluctuation other than for fully paid cruise fares and full fares, which fluctuations are beyond our control. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Complete terms and conditions may be found in the Passenger Ticket Contract.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.



 

 

 

Offer ID:

1536692

Reference this number when contacting our agency so we may better serve you. Also keeping this number handy will allow you to locate this document again quickly.

 

Information and pricing is subject to change without notice. While we do our very best to ensure that information and pricing appearing in this website is complete and accurate, we cannot be responsible for incomplete and inaccurate representations, which may or may not be under our control. In the event of a pricing error, misrepresentation or omission, we reserve the right to adjust the pricing or make any other corrections.

 

Company Info