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Panama Canal & The Americas

Ship: Viking Polaris   
Departure: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Nights: 19 nights
Returns: New York
+ Club Members - Bonus $200/person credit
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
19
Nights
Days at Sea
13
Sea Days
Ports
7
Ports
Countries Visted
6
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Panama Canal & The Americas

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Santiago (Valparaiso), Chile Embark 6:00 PM
    View of Santiago (Valparaiso), Chile

    Santiago is the capital of Chile, 90 minutes drive from its port Valparaiso. Santiago has easy access both to ski slopes just 50 km to the Andes, and beaches 100 km to the Pacific. Chile's steady economic growth has transformed Santiago into one of Latin America's most modern metropolitan areas, with dozens of shopping centers and impressive high-rises. Read more about Santiago (Valparaiso), Chile

    2 Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Sail The Pacific Ocean
    3 Thursday, March 19, 2026 Sail The Pacific Ocean
    4 Friday, March 20, 2026 Iquique, Chile 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
    View of Iquique, Chile

    Iquique is a city in northern Chile, capital of Tarapacá Region, on the Pacific coast. It is located on a rocky peninsula in the rainless Atacama Desert with its unbelievable landscape that has a lagoon in the middle of the driest desert in the world, and overlooks the Pacific Ocean. You can find beautiful topography in the Isluga Volcano National Park, with high mountains and attractions like native flora, geysers, lagoons and rivers. Read more about Iquique, Chile

    5 Saturday, March 21, 2026 Sail The Pacific Ocean
    6 Sunday, March 22, 2026 Sail The Pacific Ocean
    7 Monday, March 23, 2026 Lima (Callao), Peru 7:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Lima (Callao), Peru

    Lima, although a sprawling desert city, is the capital and largest city of Peru. The Historic centre of Lima is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its large number of historical buildings dating from the Spanish colonial era. In particular, visit the Plaza Mayor with the 16th century Cathedral and the Presidential Palace. Read more about Lima (Callao), Peru

    8 Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Sail The Pacific Ocean
    9 Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Sail The Pacific Ocean
    10 Thursday, March 26, 2026 Sail The Pacific Ocean
    11 Friday, March 27, 2026 Fuerte Amador, Panama 8:00 AM 11:59 PM
    View of Fuerte Amador, Panama

    Fuerte Amador (Fort Amador, located at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal, is part of an artificial peninsula jutting out into the Pacific from Balboa, which connects four small islands to the mainland. On the west side of Fuerte Amador is the Pacific entrance to the Canal, and on the east side is Panama Bay facing Panama City. The surrounding ocean is always filled with vessels patiently awaiting their turn to transverse the Canal, while on the skyline a few kilometres to the north are the skyscrapers of Panama City. Read more about Fuerte Amador, Panama

    12 Saturday, March 28, 2026 Panama City (Fuerte Amador)
    13 Sunday, March 29, 2026 Scenic Sailing: Panama Canal
    14 Monday, March 30, 2026 Port Antonio, Jamaica 8:30 AM 5:00 PM
    View of Port Antonio, Jamaica

    Port Antonio is a seaport town on the northeast coast of Jamaica, 100 km northeast of the capital Kingston. It is one of the island’s largest ports, a major shipping point for bananas, coconuts, and cacao and is one of Jamaica’s oldest and least-commercialized tourist resorts. It lies on a bay divided by a promontory into East and West Harbours. Read more about Port Antonio, Jamaica

    15 Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Port Antonio
    16 Wednesday, April 1, 2026 San Salvador Island, Bahamas 8:00 AM 6:00 PM

    A beautiful island in the Bahamas, rich in history as the likely landing spot of Christopher Columbus in 1492. Known for its pristine beaches, clear waters, and abundant marine life, it is popular among divers and snorkelers. The island offers historical sites, such as the Columbus Monument, and stunning reefs. Read more about San Salvador Island, Bahamas

    17 Thursday, April 2, 2026 San Salvador Island
    18 Friday, April 3, 2026 Sail The Atlantic Ocean
    19 Saturday, April 4, 2026 Sail The Atlantic Ocean
    20 Sunday, April 5, 2026 New York, USA 7:00 AM Disembark
    View of New York, USA

    New York is situated on the Atlantic coast of NE United States. With its world-class museums, big statues, even bigger buildings and being the most linguistically diverse city in the world, the Big Apple’s hyperactive rush keeps drawing more and more people to it. The City of New York is a densely packed mass of humanity and all this living on top of one another makes the New Yorker a special kind of person. Read more about New York, USA

  • Ship

    Viking Polaris Overview

    Viking Polaris

    Viking Polaris is an elegant expedition vessel designed to take you on an unforgettable journey through the world's most remote and captivating destinations, the ship sets new standards of luxury and exploration, combining Scandinavian elegance with cutting-edge technology. Expert naturalists, scientists, and historians are onboard to enrich your journey, providing valuable insights into the destinations you visit. The ship boasts a reinforced hull designed to navigate through icy waters, allowing you to venture into polar regions with ease and safety. A state-of-the-art laboratory provides an interactive space for learning and discovery, enriching your understanding of the environment and wildlife you encounter. Viking is committed to environmentally responsible cruising. The ship is equipped with state-of-the-art hybrid engines, reducing fuel consumption and minimizing its impact on the environment. The onboard sustainability program focuses on conservation and education, fostering a deeper appreciation for our planet's delicate ecosystems.

  • Cabins

    Viking Polaris Cabins

    Suite

    Suite

    Suite on the Viking Polaris Suite on the Viking Polaris

    Cabin Types

    OS, NS, ES

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including Private Lounge Area: 1,238 sq. ft.Features: Panoramic ocean-view, multi-room suite with private Nordic Balcony, private garden lounge area with badenstamp, separate dining area/boardroom seating six, and private library, wine amp; music collections curated by Chairman Torstein Hagen. King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows. 55quot; OLED flat-screen TV. Two additional 42quot; flat-screen interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies on Demand in suite. 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports. Large master bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror amp; hair dryer, plus guest bathroom. Premium Freyjareg; toiletries. Plush robes amp; slippers. Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Welcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne. Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water amp; premium snacks (replenished once daily). Binoculars. Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket. Personal coffee machine with premium coffee amp; tea selections. Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping. 24-hour room service, including service from any restaurant during open hours. Daily personalized tea or pre-dinner cocktail amp; canapeacute;s on request. Dinner amp; guided tour with ship officers (subject to availability). Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing amp; shoe shine services. Silver Spirits beverage package included. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious walk-in closet with wooden hangers amp; drawers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.

    Penthouse Balcony

    Penthouse Balcony

    Penthouse Balcony on the Viking Polaris Penthouse Balcony on the Viking Polaris

    Cabin Types

    NP

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including Nordic Balcony: 269 sq. ft.Features: Ocean-view stateroom with private Nordic Balcony: floor-to-ceiling distortion-free glass at your shiprsquo;s edge, for optimal cozy viewing. Or lower the top panoramic glass for a sheltered, al fresco lookout. King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens amp; pillows. 55quot; OLED flat-screen TV. 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports. Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror amp; hair dryer. Premium Freyjareg; toiletries. Plush robes amp; slippers. Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water amp; snacks. Binoculars. Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket. Personal coffee machine with premium coffee amp; tea selections. Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping. 24-hour room service. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious drawers amp; closet with wooden hangers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.

    Deluxe Baclony

    Deluxe Baclony

    Deluxe Baclony on the Viking Polaris Deluxe Baclony on the Viking Polaris

    Cabin Types

    DN3, DN2, DN1

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including Nordic Balcony: 215 sq. ft.Features: Ocean-view stateroom with private Nordic Balcony: floor-to-ceiling distortion-free glass at your shiprsquo;s edge, for optimal cozy viewing. Or lower the top panoramic glass for a sheltered, al fresco lookout. King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens amp; pillows. 55quot; OLED flat-screen TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, beIN Sports. Premium Freyjareg; toiletries. Plush robes amp; slippers. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Mini-bar with soft drinks, water amp; snacks (replenished once daily). Binoculars. Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket. Personal coffee machine with premium coffee amp; tea selections. Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping. 24-hour room service. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious drawers amp; closet with wooden hangers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.

    Nordic Balcony

    Nordic Balcony

    Nordic Balcony on the Viking Polaris Nordic Balcony on the Viking Polaris

    Cabin Types

    N2, N1

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including Nordic Balcony: 215 sq. ft.Features: Ocean-view stateroom with private Nordic Balcony: floor-to-ceiling distortion-free glass at your shiprsquo;s edge, for optimal cozy viewing. Or lower the top panoramic glass for a sheltered, al fresco lookout. King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens amp; pillows. 55quot; OLED flat-screen TV. 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports. Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror amp; hair dryer. Premium Freyjareg; toiletries. Plush robes amp; slippers. Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Mini-bar with soft drinks, water amp; snacks. Binoculars. Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket. Personal coffee machine with premium coffee amp; tea selections. Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping. 24-hour room service. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious drawers amp; closet with wooden hangers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.

  • Deck Plans

    Viking Polaris Deck Plans

    Legend

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Viking Polaris

    Viking Expeditions

    Viking Expeditions

    Includes:
    • One complimentary landing or shore excursion in every port of call
    • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
    • Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge
    • 24-hour room service
    • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
    • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
    • Self-service launderettes

    Terms & Conditions apply.

    Viking Inclusive Value Offer

    Viking Inclusive Value Offer

    Includes:
    • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
    • Unlimited free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
    • Enrichment lectures & destination performances
    • Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge
    • 24-hour room service
    • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
    • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
    • Self-service launderettes
    • Port taxes & fees

    Terms & Conditions apply.

    Viking Exclusive Club Offer

    Viking Exclusive Club Offer

    Clean Cruising Club members receive $200 shipboard credit per person*
    PLUS Viking always includes:
    • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call*
    • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
    • Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge and 24-hour room service
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    • Self-service launderettes

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    • Unlimited free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
    • Enrichment lectures & destination performances
    • Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge
    • 24-hour room service plus Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
    • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
    • Self-service launderettes
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Nordic Balcony at the Viking Polaris

Nordic Balcony

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Deluxe Baclony at the Viking Polaris

Deluxe Baclony

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Penthouse Balcony at the Viking Polaris

Penthouse Balcony

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Suite at the Viking Polaris

Suite

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  • Panama Canal & The Americas

    Cruiseline: Viking Cruises Ship: Viking Polaris Departure: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Nights: 19 nights Departs: Santiago (Valparaiso) Returns: New York

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