Iberian Explorer
Iberian Explorer
Cruise overview
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About Tilbury
Just 22 nautical miles down river from the Tower Bridge in London, Tilbury is a popular turnaround port for cruises visiting Baltic and Northern European destinations.
About Portsmouth
Portsmouth is one of the most densely populated cities in Southern England, and is unusual as most of its built-up area occupies Portsea Island, linked to the mainland by road and rail bridges. Although there is a Roman fort at nearby Portchester, occupied later by the Saxons and Normans, there was no settlement on the site of Portsmouth at the time of the 1086 Domesday Book. The town developed in medieval times and received its first charter in 1194 from King Richard I; soon afterwards it became a major naval base. It has the world’s oldest dry dock, and is home to several famous ships, including HMS Victory, HMS Warrior and the Mary Rose, raised from the Solent in 1982. Portsmouth remains an important naval base and is home to a large proportion of the British service fleet. The waterfront area is now dominated by the Spinnaker Tower, 560 feet high, the United Kingdom’s tallest building outside London. Other things to see in the city include the house where Charles Dickens was born, and the City Museum, which contains a permanent exhibition devoted to another famous writer, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who lived in the town.
About Vigo
Dating from Roman times, the Galician city of Vigo has a fine natural harbour and is renowned as the biggest fishing port in the world. It is also full of history - it was in this fjord-like quay that the English and Dutch defeated the French and Spanish fleets in 1702. Today, the attractive marinas stand in contrast to the industrialised areas of the city, while further exploration will reveal the characteristic 17th-century architecture and attractive countryside beyond. The charming Old Town is a delight, with its labyrinth of winding narrow streets and shaded squares. Nearby is the Cathedral city of Tui, and further to the north is the pilgrimage centre of Santiago de Compostela, which can be reached by car in approximately 1¼ hours.
About Málaga
As you sail into Malaga you will notice what an idyllic setting the city enjoys on the famous Costa del Sol. To the east of this provincial capital, the coast along the region of La Axarqua is scattered with villages, farmland and sleepy fishing hamlets - the epitome of traditional rural Spain. To the west stretches a continuous city where the razzmatazz and bustle creates a colourful contrast that is easily recognisable as the Costa del Sol. Surrounding the region, the Penibéetica Mountains provide an attractive backdrop overlooking the lower terraced slopes which yield olives and almonds. This spectacular mountain chain shelters the province from cold northerly winds, giving it a reputation as a therapeutic and exotic place in which to escape from cold northern climes. Malaga is also the gateway to many of Andalusia's enchanting historic villages, towns and cities.
About Cartagena
A Mediterranean city and naval station located in the Region of Murcia, southeastern Spain, Cartagena’s sheltered bay has attracted sailors for centuries. The Carthaginians founded the city in 223BC and named it Cartago Nova; it later became a prosperous Roman colony, and a Byzantine trading centre. The city has been the main Spanish Mediterranean naval base since the reign of King Philip II, and is still surrounded by walls built during this period. Cartagena’s importance grew with the arrival of the Spanish Bourbons in the 18th century, when the Navidad Fortress was constructed to protect the harbour. In recent years, traces of the city’s fascinating past have been brought to light: a well-preserved Roman Theatre was discovered in 1988, and this has now been restored and opened to the public. During your free time, you may like to take a mini-cruise around Cartagena's historic harbour: these operate several times a day, take approximately 40 minutes and do not need to be booked in advance. Full details will be available at the port.
About Barcelona
The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of Gaudí's majestic Sagrada Famíliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain's second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona's vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars.
- 11:00 AM embarkation
- 11:00 AM priority stateroom access
- First opportunity to reserve shore excursions: 107 days prior to departure
- 4 guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant: 100 days prior to departure
- First priority booking of spa treatments: 100 days prior to departure
- King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Three 42 flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & upgraded snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hair dryer
- Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service
- Large master bathroom featuring a spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, plus two guest bathrooms
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
- Purified water refilled daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- 24-hour room service (including service from any restaurant during open hours)
- Spacious walk-in closet & drawers
- Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing & shoe shine services
- Welcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne
- In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer & traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket
- Spacious, well-appointed living room
- Separate dining area that seats 6 guests
- Private library, wine & music collections curated by Chairman Torstein Hagen
- Ocean-view dry sauna
- Boardroom (seats 12) for business meetings & catered dinner parties, with first oceangoing vapor-light fireplace
- Pantry for room service & hosted events
- Complimentary shore excursion with private car & driver (up to 4 guests) in port city of your choice (valued at up to $800)
- Daily personalized tea or pre-dinner cocktail & canapés by request
- Dinner & guided tour with ship officers (subject to availability)
- 11:00 AM embarkation
- 11:00 AM priority stateroom access
- Priority shore excursion reservations: 97 days prior to departure
- 3 guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant: 90 days prior to departure
- Priority booking of spa treatments: 90 days prior to departure
- King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Two 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hair dryer
- Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service
- Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
- Purified water refilled daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- 24-hour room service
- Spacious closet & drawers
- Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing & shoe shine services
- Welcome bottle of champagne
- In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer & traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket
- Well-appointed living room & dining area that seats 4 guests
- 11:00 AM embarkation
- 11:00 AM priority stateroom access
- Priority shore excursion reservations: 87 days prior to departure
- 3 guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant: 80 days prior to departure
- Priority booking of spa treatments: 80 days prior to departure
- King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Two 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hair dryer
- Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service
- Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
- Purified water refilled daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- 24-hour room service
- Spacious closet & drawers
- Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing & shoe shine services
- Welcome bottle of champagne
- In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer & traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket
- 11:00 AM embarkation
- 1:00 PM stateroom access
- Priority shore excursion reservations: 77 days prior to departure
- 2 guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant: 70 days prior to departure
- Priority booking of spa treatments: 70 days prior to departure
- King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hair dryer
- Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service
- Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
- Purified water refilled daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- 24-hour room service
- Spacious closet & drawers
- Complimentary pressing & shoe shine services
- Welcome bottle of champagne
- In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer & traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket
- 11:00 AM embarkation
- 2:00 PM stateroom access
- Priority shore excursion reservations: 67 days prior to departure
- 1 guaranteed priority reservation at each alternative restaurant: 60 days prior to departure
- Priority booking of spa treatments: 60 days prior to departure
- King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hair dryer
- Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service
- Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
- Purified water refilled daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- 24-hour room service
- Spacious closet & drawers
- In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer & traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket
- 11:00 AM embarkation
- 3:00 PM stateroom access
- Shore excursion reservations: 60 days prior to departure
- King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks; security safe; hair dryer
- Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service
- Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
- Purified water refilled daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- 24-hour room service
- Spacious closet & drawers
Viking Saturn
Expand your horizons on this comfortable, award-winning ship design, intimate and thoughtfully created by experienced nautical architects and designers to enrich your interaction with your destination in every way.
Ship Facts
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| Width | 310 | ||||||||
| Length | 2444 | ||||||||
| Capacity | 930 | ||||||||
| Currency | EUR | ||||||||
| Language | en | ||||||||
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| Launch Year | 2023 | ||||||||
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Deck 1
- The Kitchen Table
- The Chef's Table
- Manfredi's Italian Restaurant
- Private Dining 1
- Private Dining 2
- Lifts
- The Viking Living Room
- Viking Bar
- Shop
- Salon
- Fitness Center
- The Spa
Deck 2
- The Restaurant
- Atrium
- Torshavn
- The Shop
- Cinema 1
- Cinema 2
- Bar
- The Theatre
Deck 3
- Atrium
- Lifts
- Launderette
- Explorer Suites
- Verandas
- Deluxe Verandas
Deck 4
- Lifts
- Launderette
- Explorer Suites
- Deluxe Verandas
- Penthouse Verandas
Deck 5
- Lifts
- Launderette
- Explorer Suites
- Deluxe Verandas
- Penthouse Verandas
Deck 6
- Lifts
- Launderette
- Explorer Suites
- Penthouse Jr. Suites (Accessible)
- Penthouse Verandas
- Deluxe Verandas
Deck 7
- Infinity Pool
- Aquavit Terrace
- Hot Tub
- World Cafe
- Lifts
- Pool Grill
- Pool Bar
- Screen
- Main Pool
- Wintergarden
- Lanai
- Mamsen's
- Paps
- Explorers' Lounge
- Owner's Suites
- Penthouse Jr. Suite
- Deluxe Verandas
Deck 8
- Lifts
- Retractable Roof
- Explorers' Lounge Upper Level
- Penthouse Jr. Suites
- Deluxe Verandas
Deck 9
- Lifts
- Sports Deck
Deck a
- Lifts
- Medical Center
The Restaurant
Manfredi’s® Italian Restaurant
The Chef’s Table
World Café
Aquavit Terrace®
Mamsen’s®
Wintergarden
Pool Grill
Room Service
Elegant, light-filled ships thoughtfully designed to connect you to your destination.
The Library
The Living Room
Explorers' Lounge
Wintergarden
Under a canopy of Scandinavian trellised wood in the serene Wintergarden, indulge in afternoon tea service, complete with freshly made finger sandwiches, richly textured scones and delightful desserts.
Aquavit Terrace
Torshavn®
The Theatre & 2 Cinemas