Viking Mars: 28-Night Cruise from Greenwich - August 5, 2027

Your cruise departs from Greenwich, England on the Viking Mars. We strongly recommend flying in the day before - flight delays and cancellations happen, and the ship won't wait. Use the extra time to explore Greenwich, England and start your trip relaxed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. Most sights accept cards, but a small amount of cash is recommended at markets.

You'll have 10 hours hours to explore Dover (London), England, from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Perched high above the harbor, Dover Castle is one of the most important fortresses in England.

As a smaller vessel, the Viking Mars means a quicker disembarkation in Dun Laoghaire, Dublin, Ireland - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. The East Pier is a favorite local ritual and a must for visitors.

Your ship arrives in Holyhead, Wales at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Perched on a rocky island just off the coast, South Stack Lighthouse is one of the most iconic sights near Holyhead.

You'll have 11 hours hours to explore Circcieth, Wales, from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port.

As a smaller vessel, the Viking Mars means a quicker disembarkation in Belfast, Northern Ireland - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. The revitalized docklands tell the story of Belfast's shipbuilding past and its modern reinvention.

Arriving in Ullapool, Scotland at 12:30 PM with only 6 hours hours before your 6:30 PM departure is a tight window. A ship-arranged shore excursion is the safest play here - you'll get priority disembarkation, and the ship will wait for its own excursions to return. Focus on one or two experiences close to the port. Walk along Ullapool's colorful harbor, watch fishing boats return with the day's catch, and enjoy the village's cozy cafes and artisan shops that line the waterfront.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Kirkwall, Scotland, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. Within a short walk, visitors encounter medieval cathedrals, Viking roots, and stories that stretch back thousands of years.

As a smaller vessel, the Viking Mars means a quicker disembarkation in Leith/Edinburgh, Scotland - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Walking from the port to the Royal Mile brings you into the heart of Edinburgh's history.

With an early arrival in Aberdeen, Scotland at 3:30 AM, your group has a real advantage - you'll be among the first off the ship, ahead of the crowds that build by mid-morning. Use this window to reach popular spots in Aberdeen, Scotland before congestion sets in. Stroll through Old Aberdeen to see cobbled streets, historic buildings, and the impressive King College chapel.

You'll have 9 hours hours to explore Lerwick, Shetland Islands, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM - a solid full day ashore. That's enough for 2-3 attractions and a sit-down lunch without rushing. Tackle the most distant spot first, then work your way back toward the port. The town is small but full of character, with streets lined by traditional stone and wooden houses.

Your cruise ends in Bergen, Norway, where the Viking Mars is scheduled to dock at 8:00 AM. On a smaller ship, the disembarkation process moves quickly - most passengers are off within one to two hours. If you're flying out, book your flight at least four hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. Bergen also serves as a cultural hub, known for music, art, and long standing traditions tied to fishing and trade.

Your cruise departs from Bergen, Norway on the Viking Mars. We strongly recommend flying in the day before - flight delays and cancellations happen, and the ship won't wait. Use the extra time to explore Bergen, Norway and start your trip relaxed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. Credit cards are widely accepted in Bergen.

As a smaller vessel, the Viking Mars means a quicker disembarkation in Geiranger, Norway - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Several viewpoints high above Geiranger offer sweeping views of the fjord, village, and surrounding peaks.

Your ship arrives in Leknes, Norway at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Offersøykammen is a popular local hike with sweeping views over Leknes, surrounding fjords, and islands.

As a smaller vessel, the Viking Mars means a quicker disembarkation in Tromso, Norway - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Join guided excursions to witness the aurora borealis dancing over the Arctic sky.

Your ship arrives in Honningsvag (North Cape), Norway at 8:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. A trip to the North Cape plateau is the main reason many visitors come here.

Your cruise ends in Longyearbyen, Svalbard (Norway), where the Viking Mars is scheduled to dock at 7:00 AM. On a smaller ship, the disembarkation process moves quickly - most passengers are off within one to two hours. If you're flying out, book your flight at least four hours after the ship's scheduled arrival. The Svalbard Museum provides insight into the archipelago's history, geology, and wildlife.

Your cruise departs from Longyearbyen, Svalbard (Norway) on the Viking Mars. We strongly recommend flying in the day before - flight delays and cancellations happen, and the ship won't wait. Use the extra time to explore Longyearbyen, Svalbard (Norway) and start your trip relaxed. Complete your online check-in before arrival. Dress in layers with insulated, windproof, and waterproof outerwear.

As a smaller vessel, the Viking Mars means a quicker disembarkation in Isafjord, Iceland - fewer passengers funneling through the gangway gets you off the ship faster. Keep in mind that other, larger ships may be in port the same day, so pre-booking excursions or transportation is still a smart move. Isafjord old town features some of the oldest wooden buildings in Iceland, many dating back to the eighteenth century.

Your ship arrives in Reykjavik, Iceland at 7:00 AM, one of the most common arrival windows. If you've booked a morning excursion, aim to be among the first off. If your plans are flexible, waiting 30-45 minutes lets the initial wave pass. Explore Hallgrimskirkja, Reykjavik's iconic church.