Started June 21, 2021, By By Got good pictures with my phone, but the telephoto won the day! Discover the striking waterways of the Great Lakes, admire the untamed beauty of Patagonia and the Chilean fjords, and explore the looming glaciers, snowy landscapes and immense icebergs of Antarctica. Powered by Invision Community. The latest luxury expedition cruise line to join the industry will offer voyages to Iceland, South America, and Hawaii in 2023 and early 2024. Explore More of the City Cruisers sometimes do not realize that even though they are starting or ending their cruise in a particular city, it does not mean they will have a chance to see it. On the first (2018) the seats were comfortable enough, not luxurious but good enough. Yes, the "plus" seating is their 1st-class seating. They speak better English than we do. The program (August thru October Viking Cruises announced the line's summer 2023 season of expedition voyages, including a new 2-week itinerary in the Great Lakes along with Princess Cruises announced the 2023 Canada & New England cruise and cruisetour season, on sale May 5. Ask your Viking Expert for more information.Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change. Transfers Included When traveling to an unfamiliar destination some folks may be uncertain about the best ways to move from point to point. Did you do any of the group dinners ? Explore the two scenic halves of Valparaso or venture to Santiago, Chiles vibrant capital. There is the boat ride over and back, probably 20 minutes each way. Thanks everyone, this is a big help. You might be awake for 24 to 36 hours. Admire enormous glaciers up close during an expert-led excursion by kayak. Check the extension if you are interested in the details. . If it's Economy, can we pay extra and get 1st-class instead? An optional Viking excursion in Vienna, the Heurigen Evening provided a high-spirited authentic Viennese gemtlichkeit experience. A shuttle from the ship took our small group of five couples and our guides to the citys 19th district where numerous vineyards are located with their wine taverns called Heurigen. NTW about language. Explore this revitalized town along the shores of Lake Michigan. We experienced something that happens in the summer - track maintenance. Hopefully, I'm not missing something! Doing the math, the difference in cost is about six or $700;we would pay for first class train if we did it ourselves, and probably stay in a similar hotel in Oslo. Doing a dummy train booking since you can't book on vy.no site until 60-90 days in advance, fully refundable, plus train tickets from Bergen to Oslo come to just under $300 for the two of us. By the project will be also developed a land area (located behind the wharf) of around 17,5 hectares (175,000 m2) - the largest on St Lawrence River. Discover the nature of the Fuegian Andes; sail the Beagle Channel in search of wildlife. The incremental cost of staying a few more days is fairly low compared to the overall cost of your trip. By contrast, a two-day extension in Munich before a river cruise next summer is $298 pp. Had a great South Coast tour with Your Day Tours, but I cant find the cost. Sail the Drake Passage; its waters are among the coldest and the deepest on Earth. The second extension, Ultimate Italy Tuscany, was completely escorted. Guest Steve R. recently on our Cappadocia post-extension after sailing our Ancient Mediterranean Antiquities itinerary However, you should consider everything that is included with your extension and you may find that it is well worth the extra money. As we are traveling from Australia to Europe for this, I wanted to book the pre hotel for a few extra days. Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos. My brother did the Iceland extension in 2018 and did not like the location of the Hilton -- too far away from the center of town, not enough cabs or public transportation, too few restaurants near the hotel. The Viking reps came around twice during the long trip, once to explain they would be handing out a sack lunch and once to hand it out. Journey across the Pacific Ocean, dubbed Mar Pacfico by explorer Ferdinand Magellan. Germanys oldest university town, Heidelberg and its castle are situated in the Neckar Valley just east of the Rhine. We sure did and wish we could have done an extension and stayed a month! However, it's not clear what's included. By this deal, HPH will build the cargo-handling facility, which will be North America's most technologically advanced cargo terminal. I wouldn't hesitate to do any kind of independent travel in Norway for any reason. Doing a simple search, here is the most recent thread, but there are plenty of others. Among the best known tourist destinations are the Dufferin Terrace (promenade in Haute-Ville, overlooking St Lawrence River), Montmorency Falls (large waterfall on Montmorency River) and Ile d'Orleans (Island in St Lawrence River, approx 5 km / 3 mi east from downtown). . Maiden calls were made by large liners (MSC Meraviglia, Mein Schiff 1, Zaandam) as well as by smaller-sized luxury ships (Fram, Scenic Eclipse, Le Champlain, Viking Sun, Oceania Riviera, Ocean Dream). Just keep this in mind, they do maintenance in the summer. We're on a British Isles cruise that is not until mid 2024; I'm looking ahead at the post extension, which would be 2 nights in Oslo, and which includes the train trip between Bergen and Oslo, which we've been wanting to take. Hmm not encouraging. Started August 27, 2021, By We will discuss more about cost later. We are on our first Viking Ocean cruise in July this year. It looks like we could go in the afternoon of the "Blue Lagoon" day or skip the lagoon altogether. So now lets look at the benefits of booking your own extension. Sad! Sometimes the designated hotel can even change several times before your trip. https://www.timeanddate.com/sun/norway/bergen, Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions. Pupular buildings include Ursuline Convent (1641), Notre-Dame-des-Victoires Church (1688), Notre-Dame-de-Quebec Church (1650), Anglican Cathedral (1793), National Battlefields Park (site of Battle of the Plains of Abraham aka Battle of Quebec in 1759 / during the Seven Years' War between France and England). 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Pre Cruise Extension question from a New Viking Cruiser, Forum Assistance - Welcome to Cruise Critic, Announcement: Upgrade Your Horizon ~ Sponsored by Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Lastly, I am looking at using thewww.porterservice.no luggage transfer rather than schlepping our large bags (we are on the NYC to Bergen trip, so more than carryon). Discover North Americas wilderness while sailing the striking waterways of the Great Lakes. Many signs are also in English. Observe the wildlife of South Georgia island; keep watch for king penguins and seals. This extension was one of the best we have ever done. Excursions In some cases, Viking will offer an included or even optional excursions during the extension. If so can you elaborate on those? They live there with their young son. One of Germanys most renowned and intriguing cities, Nuremberg is surrounded by 13th-century walls that have many fully intact gates and watchtowers. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. As does the Iceland extension in Homelands I believe. Pricing a cab or car from LHR (Heathrow) to London or Greenwich comes to between $100-150; I booked my Greenwich hotel through booking.com and was able to add on a cab from LHR to hotel for $100. He is Icelandic and she is from UK and both are polar explorers. Our meals were not only at the villa where we stayed, but we also visited many restaurants, including lunch on a farm and dinner at a winery. Cruisers' Choice Awards! Port Quebec (Canada) reported a strong 2022 cruise season after welcoming 92000+ tourists. However, prior to the cruise, the designated hotel was changed and that hotel turned out to be pretty far from the tourists sites and there were no restaurants or cafes nearby. On October 1, 2017, Port Quebec officially inaugurated the new cruise dock "Quai Paquet" when at the new wharf berthed the Saga Cruises linerSaga Sapphire. The 3 hour tour (Westtours) might be the way to go unless there's a better way? This will open up Stacker and allow access to the Other Options tab, which are Config-specific settings. Although the cost was much higher than the Rome Extension (Tuscany was 3 nights versus Rome only 2), we felt that the fully escorted excursions and meals were well worth the price. Finally, when do we pick Viking versus our own? Yes, do! There were times when our hotel was located some distance away from the main sites. I know I can book Lake Como for less but that transfer seems very valuable to me for ease alone. Set sail from Ushuaia to the Falkland Islands, and call at South Georgia, one of the least visited places on earth. The port also reported all 5 maiden visits from vessels of NCL-Norwegian, Silversea, Viking Ocean and Ponant. We took the Umbrian pre-cruise extension in Sep before our Rome-Barcelona cruise. The Saint Lawrence-Great Lakes market is estimated to have 110+ million consumers. The initiative was part of the port expansion project and the decision was based on multiple technical and commercial studies. Doing a cruise company extension never pays and it has to be the most over priced of any of the things you can over pay for on a cruise. British Isles Explorer - Bergen to London - Cruise Overview Viking offered an optional Peking Duck dinner for $50 or $60 dollars a person. WiFi Internet access is available at the Restaurant inside the cruise terminal. We did this extension in August 2022. What train booking site did you you use? NTW about language. /expeditions/images/South_Georgia_Albatross_Seal_478x345_tcm40-172352.jpg. Savor the diversity of Torontos food scene; see the citys sights by bike. Maybe you have visited the location before or have specific interests that would not be included as part of a Viking extension. Every Norwegian speaks English, except maybe the very elderly. Great location, cost was 670 for two nights including taxes and breakfast. Thanks for all the input; with our payment due date a little over a month away, I wanted to get all this squared away beforehand. However, even without points, it was much less expensive to book flights on our own rather than going through Viking Air, especially after purchasing Air Plus and the deviation. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Started June 21, 2021, By The profit margin on a pre cruise extension has to be absolutely tremendous. Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos. I guess the experience depends on when you go and who are your tour escorts. Make Sure Your Voice Is Heard! Probably just what the hotel provides to everyone. Whether you choose to book an extension with Viking, create your own extension, or even develop a hybrid of the two, evaluating the cost/benefit of the options is very important. Booking your own extension allows you total control over the location of your hotel, as well as the room and amenities that work for you. Sail the majestic Chilean fjords and marvel at vast ice fields flowing to the waters edge. Navigate the waters of the Chilo Archipelago or explore the wooden walkways of Tortel. They speak better English than do. Plus, you will have the opportunity to spend time in a new destination or perhaps even an old favorite. I suspect it varies but what have people experienced? Pariss cultural and historic significance is evident in its many noted landmarks, including the Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Arc de Triomphe. WebMore days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. With optional overland excursions to Machu Picchu and the Galpagos, and post-cruise extensions to Patagonia or the spectacular Iguaz Falls, join us on an epic journey that is sure to inspire. Bergen to Oslo post extension - train class question - Page 3 - Viking Ocean - Cruise Critic Community Bergen to Oslo post extension - train class question Make Sure Your Voice Is Heard! You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By Admire magnificent coastal vistas of soaring cliffs; marvel at a variety of birdlife. We typically don't see our final documents much earlier than 2 weeks out. We did Vigur Island in the morning and the included in the afternoon. Today, the port is connected with 300+ seaports in 60 countries in Asia, Europe, South America, Australia. As part of the project, a second cruise terminal will be also built and opened by 2025. Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), Ontario & Welland Canal, Canada. Obviously YMMV! All in all, we were not that pleased with the location of our hotel in the Rome extension. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. In this article we will explore the reasons you might choose either a Viking extension or one of your own creation. Current statistics show that the port handles annually 1400+ vessels. Corporate HQ 3619 W 73rd St Anderson, IN 46011 info@EnerDel.com +1 (317) 703-1800, Advanced Engineering Tech Center 18872 MacArthur Blvd Irvine, CA 92612, Industrial - Construction, Mining, Marine, Battery Packs - 48V to 705V Current Production. The Island is owned by a single family. Charleston, South Carolina, United States. @longtermI'm curious how you came up with a budget of $1500 if doing yourself. After looking at flight arrangements, I was told by Viking that on this particular cruise, they don't allow deviations in departure cities in Norway; this would mean getting an additional flight on our own to get back to Bergen, then taking the return flight. Traverse the South Atlantic Ocean and follow in the wake of Captain James Cook. Part of what you are paying for, of course, is convenience in regard to transfers, etc. Port Quebec is one of Canada's all nine St Lawrence cruise ports of call - together with Montreal, Trois-Rivieres, Saguenay, Baie-Comeau, Sept-les, Gaspe, Havre-Saint-Pierre and Magdalen Islands. There are no excursions or other meals included. The project is for expanding and redesigning the existing terminal (at Pointe-a-Carcy) and also installing a new mobile terminal at Wharf 30 (Estuary sector). Of all the add-ons I feel most likely not to take advantage of these as some of our best Italian meals have been in tiny family owned places. So, if we had it to do over again, we would have just elected to create our own extension, rather than purchasing the Viking extension. By Center of the Champagne region, Reims offers diverse historic sites, notably Gallo-Roman ruins, medieval monuments and Reims Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sail the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet. You're absolutely right; I just created an account on vy.no and came up with $288.50, so that's good to see. Thanks. From $499 | 2 Nights, From $1,699 | 3 Nights, From $599 | 2 Nights, From $1,299 | 5 Nights. I would cancel the included in a heartbeat and book Vigur if you only have time for one. Hopefully, we have convinced you that extending your vacation is a great idea. We hope you enjoy the travel experiences and tips we share on this site. I forget the exact cost but when we compared it to what we paid for the previous four days of hotel and touring it was very comparable. Lots of options if you plan your own extension. There have been some reports of problems with Rail Ninja on this board, so I plan to book Plus tickets with vy.no when the 90-day window opens. We absolutely loved the excursion to Lake Maggiore after we docked outside Venice. We rented a car to get from Venice to Lake Como and did our overnight in Sirmione on Lake Garda. Plus, it rained a good portion of the time making it difficult to wander around on their own (typical June/July weather). Also, be aware that for the Bergen-to-Oslo train, seniors can get a 25% discount when booking through vy.no (not sure the age cut-off). To give you an example of our two day precruise extension in Beijing, we had access to the hotels breakfast buffet. I don't know what class it was, but the windows were small and the seats not very well padded. Sail the legendary Path Between the Seas, an engineering marvel completed in 1914. In response to the OP's question about how Viking can get away with charging $1700 for the excursion, the reason is that people just don't bother to do the math or else they don't care about over paying. It had been very clear in the extension description that it included two breakfasts and two lunches. Learn about the exciting adventures of Antarctic explorers, including Sir Ernest Shackleton. He is Icelandic and she is from UK and both are polar explorers. Transfers and a tour shouldn't come to $700. Along with the new cruise terminal, by this project were purchased 2x gangways (mobile passenger bridges spanning 21 m / 69 ft from the waterline) and the existing Berth 30 was enhanced to support the new construction. Breakfasts are usually at the hotel -- fixed or buffet depends on what the particular hotel offers. We're considering adding the pre-cruise and post cruise extensions offered by Viking. Enjoy South Floridas carefree sun-loving coast and explore Miamis art deco brilliance. Of course, you will have to arrange your own transportation, tours, dinners, etc., but a lot of travelers enjoy doing so and they may even save some money by doing everything on their own. An included dinner depends on whether it's attached to another activity or not. The new facility is located at Pier 22 (beside the cruise terminal). We have decided to also do pre and post extensions. In Oslo, I booked two nights at the Thon Hotel Opera (same hotel that Viking uses for the post-excursion for $250/night including taxes (I booked directly with the hotel website). Discover the nature of the Fuegian Andes; sail the Beagle Channel in search of wildlife. When we first selected the extension, the designated hotel was located much closer to the prime tourist areas. We had no trouble finding places to eat near the hotel and the pick-up point for the tours we had booked was across the street. Worst case you can always get a flight from Bergen to Oslo as we did. The tour escorts checked in on us periodically and answered any questions, but largely left us to ourown devices. Like many cruise lines, Viking also offers extensions to their cruise itineraries that provide the opportunity to visit some additional destinations both before and after the cruise. Enjoy! In fact, on the Iceland circumnavigation, we didn't do a single one of the included tours; the things we wanted see -- thermal features and geysers, water falls, glaciers and other geological features -- were all at least an hour's drive outside of the port towns. By arriving before the cruise begins, you will have the ability to take it easy for a day or two, allowing you to acclimate to the new time zone and renew your energy before starting the cruise. CC Help Jenn Quebec City is carved into the Cape Diamond cliff, at the confluence of two rivers (St Charles and Saint Lawrence) and is part of Canada's Quebec province. Cruisers' Choice Awards! Book with vy.no - Rail Ninja sold me a "Plus" booking, but it's not a ticket until the ticket window opens closer in. So, we hope this information helps you choose an extension that fits your needs and desires. TIP: You many want to consider a hybrid solution by combining a Viking extension with even more days on your own. All transfers Excursion Example Two: Ultimate Italy Tuscany. However, the last time we did this, we only paid the deviation fee once and it included both inbound and return deviations. Thanks much for your input. This is true. See the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, 9/11 Memorial, Central Park and more. Make the Most of that Long, Expensive Plane Trip Not only are international flights usually lengthy, but you may have noticed that airfare has become more expensive since travel has resumed in earnest. Admire magnificent coastal vistas of soaring cliffs; marvel at a variety of birdlife. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities. Also, some security features were upgraded to "standard". Both hotels include breakfast. Sail the St. Lawrence River, past the cultural capitals of Quebec City and Montreal. While some people love the idea of Viking taking care of everything, other travelers may prefer more flexibility. Is it days/weeks/months before the cruise? The excursions they describe are optional, so there is an extra fee for those. Explore this car-free island by carriage, bicycle or on foot; kayak along the shoreline. Come face-to-face with penguins as you explore the rugged beauty of the Falkland Islands. Or maybe you want to leverage your status with a particular hotel chain. The global airline will assume the naming rights for Utahs premier sports and entertainment center which is home to the Utah Jazz and more than 320 evenings of events each year effective July 2023 as part of a multi-year partnership between the two organizations. We are on our first Viking Ocean cruise in July this year. What I would expect from a Metrolink vs Amtrak or european regional train vs TGV. So being in more comfy surroundings would be more satisfying. Sail the South Atlantic Ocean, separated from the North by the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. Navigate the locks of the Welland Canal, located between Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. The seats were the same as our first trip and the views from either side were great. I would add that not all extensions are created equal. Lots of useful responses already, but a few thoughts from me, as we are doing the same post in July 2023 As stated by many others, language is a total non-issue. Witness the wildlife of the Southern Ocean, and Antarcticas majestic glaciers and immense icebergs. Explore the colonial town of Montecristi; visit the home of the iconic Panama hat. We have a post extension in Rome. After our sightseeing in the afternoon we returned to the hotel. In addition, it may be a relief to know that Viking will take care of not only transporting you, but will also take care of handling your luggage between hotels, the ship and the airport! Observe the wildlife of South Georgia island; keep watch for king penguins and seals. Just pricing the Bergen Oslo part, it comes to about $800 USD for the two of us (2 nights in Oslo plus train tickets). Come face-to-face with penguins as you explore the rugged beauty of the Falkland Islands. A photographers paradise. Started June 21, 2021, By The room rate for Hilton you mentioned, did that include all the taxes? In addition to medieval architecture, Prague is a rich repository of Romanesque, baroque and Art Nouveau buildings that stir the imagination. The only difference would be 1 guided tour in Oslo, which I could probably arrange for less than $200. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Visit a sacred pre-Columbian Mayan religious site and admire the ruins of San Gervasio. Phase 2 (CAD 5,26 million) is for linking two quays (21 and 22) for increasing operational flexibility (to accommodate more simultaneous cruise ship passengers). WebMore days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. 19952023, The Independent Traveler, Inc. Bergen to Oslo post extension - train class question, Forum Assistance - Welcome to Cruise Critic, Announcement: Upgrade Your Horizon ~ Sponsored by Regent Seven Seas Cruises. Ports include Sydney, Hobart, Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Napier, Tauranga, and Auckland. More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. To our surprise we were upgraded to a Veranda room at check in for no additional fee. A picturesque town surrounded by forests and vineyards, Trier is the birthplace of Karl Marx and a vibrant university town. It is currently ranked Canada's largestfreight railway (in terms of revenue and network size). Explore the waterways of Charleston by kayak and search for Low Country birdlife. I decided to schedule the train trip on our own rather than using Viking, since it'll be cheaper and we can get reserved 1st-class train seats. That seems extreme. Taxis at the cruise port are available at fixed cost (CAD 34,25) per ride, covering the distance between the cruise terminal and the city's Jean Lesage airport:Public transportation includes the Bus 21 line around Old City (ticket cost CAD 3,50). When I look at the Hilton Hotel website, the rooms are in the $250-$300 per night price range, so I'm trying to understand how Viking can charge $1700 for the same 2 nights. The reason Viking sent us to Oslo is that the Bergen airport sucks. Our local Viking office cannot tell me anything other than you will know before the cruise. WebItinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure. So, in order to reduce stress, we recommend arriving early and taking advantage of some extra time in your chosen destination. 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