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Iberian Explorer

Ship: Viking Vela   
Departure: Friday, January 3, 2025
Nights: 7 nights
Departs: Barcelona
Returns: Tilbury
+ Club Members - Bonus $200/person credit
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
7
Nights
Days at Sea
1
Sea Days
Ports
7
Ports
Countries Visted
2
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Iberian Explorer

    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 Friday, January 3, 2025 Barcelona, Spain Embark 5:00 PM
    View of Barcelona, Spain

    Barcelona, located in Catalonia Spain, is Europe's largest metropolis on the Mediterranean coast, and one of the world’s major global cities. Today, Barcelona balances itself on the cutting edge of architecture, intellectual life, and style. Indeed Barcelona won the 1999 RIBA Royal Gold Medal for its architecture, the first time that the winner has been a city, and not an individual architect. Read more about Barcelona, Spain

    2 Saturday, January 4, 2025 Cartagena, Spain 12:00 PM 6:00 PM
    View of Cartagena, Spain

    Cartagena is a Mediterranean city and naval station located in the Region of Murcia, SE Spain. The rich Carthaginian heritage extends as far as the Sea Wall, built by Charles III in the 18th century, and which defines the old quarter. Overlooking the Mediterranean there are two elements that are clearly connected with the sea: the prototype of the submarine by the inventor Isaac Peral; and the National Museum of Maritime Archaeology. Read more about Cartagena, Spain

    3 Sunday, January 5, 2025 Malaga, Spain 8:00 AM 7:00 PM
    View of Malaga, Spain

    Malaga is a lively, prosperous city on Spain's fabled Costa del Sol aside the Mediterranean Sea, just 100 km east of the Strait of Gibraltar. The city’s warm winter temperatures (average daytime of 17 C) make it an ideal place to visit any time of year. The archaeological remains and monuments from the Phoenician, Roman, Arabian and Christian eras convert the historic centre into an ‘Open Museum’ displaying its rich history of more than 3,000 years. Read more about Malaga, Spain

    4 Monday, January 6, 2025 Gibraltar, Spain 12:00 AM 12:00 AM
    View of Gibraltar, Spain

    Gibraltar shares a northern border with Spain, but is a UK Overseas Territory located near the southernmost tip of the Iberian Peninsula, overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. It has an area of 6 sq.km. and a 1.2 km border with Spain. Read more about Gibraltar, Spain

    5 Tuesday, January 7, 2025 Vigo, Spain 8:00 AM 2:00 PM
    View of Vigo, Spain

    Vigo, the ‘Gateway to the Atlantic’, is the largest city in NW Spain. It is located on a 32 km long estuary and boasts beautiful beaches and outstanding water sports facilities. Built over both a hill-fort and a Roman settlement, today it boasts major historic buildings and wide tree-lined streets. Read more about Vigo, Spain

    6 Wednesday, January 8, 2025 Sail The Atlantic Ocean
    7 Thursday, January 9, 2025 Portsmouth, Great Britain 8:00 AM 2:00 PM
    View of Portsmouth, Great Britain

    The great waterfront city of Portsmouth is located on Portsea Island on the southern coast of England. It is the UK's only island city. Fast becoming Britain’s favourite waterfront destination, it has an irresistible mix of history and heritage, shopping, lively arts as well as great restaurants and bars. Read more about Portsmouth, Great Britain

    8 Friday, January 10, 2025 Tilbury, Great Britain 7:00 AM Disembark
    View of Tilbury, Great Britain

    Tilbury is a modern deep-water port in Essex, England, bordering the Thames River, about 30km upstream from the river mouth and 40km downstream from London Bridge. The Tilbury Docks are branch off the north side of the river via three locks. It is a strategic logistics location: the principal commercial port for London, and London’s only Cruise Ship Terminal. Read more about Tilbury, Great Britain

  • Ship

    Viking Vela Overview

    Viking Vela

    Viking’s all-inclusive cruises mean guests are freed from concern about additional costs. The ship – while not the destination – provides a super level of luxury; and on shore the focus is on the food, culture and customs of ports.

  • Cabins

    Viking Vela Cabins

    Suite

    Suite

    Suite on the Viking Vela Suite on the Viking Vela

    Cabin Types

    OS, ES3, ES2, ES1

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Largest suite on board: 1,448 sq ft including expansive private veranda (multi-room suite). Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, Three 42 flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water amp; upgraded snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hairdryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large master bathroom featuring a spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror, plus two guest bathrooms, Premium Freyjareg; toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled daily, Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service (including service from any restaurant during open hours), Spacious walk-in closet amp; drawers, Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing amp; shoe shine servicesWelcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne, In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer amp; traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanketSpacious, well-appointed living room, Separate dining area that seats 6 guests, Private library, wine amp; music collections curated by Chairman Torstein Hagen, Ocean-view dry sauna, Boardroom (seats 12) for business meetings amp; catered dinner parties, with first oceangoing vapor-light fireplace, Pantry for room service amp; hosted events, Complimentary shore excursion with private car amp; driver (up to 4 guests) in port city of your choice (valued at up to $800), Daily personalized tea or pre-dinner cocktail amp; canapeacute;s by request, Dinner amp; guided tour with ship officers (subject to availability).

    Penthouse

    Penthouse

    Penthouse on the Viking Vela Penthouse on the Viking Vela

    Cabin Types

    PS3, PS2, PS1, PV3, PV2, PV1

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including private veranda: 405 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, Two 42quot; flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water amp; snacks, (replenished once daily); security safe; hairdryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror, Premium Freyjareg; , toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled daily, Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, Spacious closet amp; drawers, Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing amp; shoe shine services, Welcome bottle of champagne, In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer amp; traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket.

    Deluxe Veranda

    Deluxe Veranda

    Deluxe Veranda on the Viking Vela Deluxe Veranda on the Viking Vela

    Cabin Types

    DV6, DV5, DV4, DV3, DV2, DV1

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, 42quot; flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with soft drinks, water amp; snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hairdryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror, Premium Freyjareg; toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled dailyStateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, Spacious closet amp; drawers, In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer amp; traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket.

    Veranda

    Veranda

    Veranda on the Viking Vela Veranda on the Viking Vela

    Cabin Types

    V2, V1

    Average Cabin Size – 0 m2

    Average Balcony Size – 0 m2

    Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens amp; pillows, 42quot; flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote amp; complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets amp; USB ports, Mini-bar with soft drinks, water amp; snacks; security safe; hair dryer, Direct-dial satellite phone amp; cell service, Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor amp; anti-fog mirror Premium Freyjareg; toiletries; plush robes amp; slippers, Purified water refilled daily, Stateroom steward amp; twice-daily housekeeping, 24-hour room service, Spacious closet amp; drawers.

  • Deck Plans

    Viking Vela Deck Plans

    Legend

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Viking Vela

    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
    • Complimentary access to The Nordic Spa & Fitness Center
    • Self-service launderettes

    Terms & Conditions apply.

    Viking Ocean Cruises Savings Offer

    Viking Ocean Cruises Savings Offer

    Viking save up to $1,600 per couple, available on selected sailings! (savings included in the displayed pricing)*
    Plus Viking always 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 plus Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
    • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
    • Self-service launderettes
    Past Viking guests save an additional $400 per couple - ask your Clean Cruising consultant for more details!

    Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

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Veranda at the Viking Vela

Veranda

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Deluxe Veranda at the Viking Vela

Deluxe Veranda

From $5795
Penthouse at the Viking Vela

Penthouse

From $6195
Suite at the Viking Vela

Suite

From $10795

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  • Iberian Explorer

    Cruiseline: Viking Cruises Ship: Viking Vela Departure: Friday, January 3, 2025 Nights: 7 nights Departs: Barcelona Returns: Tilbury

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