Viking is offering three first-of-their-kind sailings between September and November this year giving travellers exclusive access to China.
The new voyages on the Viking Yi Dun – formerly the Viking Sun – range from 10 to 20 days and explore iconic cities such as Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong as well as access to destinations and ports never before offered for international visitors.
The Chinese-flagged Viking Yi Dun will be the first ship dedicated specifically to the foreign market to operate domestic sailings in China.
Each voyage will introduce guests to the people, history and culture of China, including insightful lectures, Chinese-inspired cuisine and destination experts.
Says Torstein Hagen, chairman of Viking: “For more than 15 years, our Yangtze River voyages have been among our highest-rated itineraries. We introduced the real China to our guests, and visiting local school children was always a particular highlight.
“Now, we are delighted to offer such encounters once again with new voyages to a destination that never ceases to capture the imagination.”
The Voyages
- Wonders of China – 20 days; Beijing roundtrip. Guests can meet a Tibetan family at their home, walk on the Great Wall and see the Terra Cotta Warriors, experience the scenic coast of Dongtou and explore UNESCO World Heritage sites.
- Classic China & the Coast – 15 days; Beijing, Xian – Hong Kong (Shenzhen). An opportunity to see the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Terra Cotta Warriors and other iconic landmarks. While sailing China’s coastline, guests can experience a phenomenal diversity in languages, cultures and cuisines.
- China Discovery – 10 days; Shanghai – Hong Kong (Shenzhen). Experience the Buddhist shrines of Zhoushan and the cliffs of Dongtou, follow the steps of 19th-century European diplomats on Gulangyu Island in Xiamen, or try Cantonese dim sum in Shenzhen.