Viking celebrated an historic return to China after their ship, Viking Yi Dun, accomplished her first cruise from Shanghai to Hong Kong.
Viking’s return to China is highlighted by new itineraries with ports that they solely have entry to. These cruises have additionally opened as much as worldwide vacationers for the primary time. The cruises might be seen right here.
These sailings function from September to November on the 930-guest Viking Yi Dun, a sister ship that includes the identical award-winning design and repair as all different ocean ships in Viking’s fleet. The ship initially set sail as Viking Solar earlier than receiving a reputation change.
A celebration was held in Shanghai to commemorate the launch of those new itineraries. Visitors have been handled to cultural performances that provided an introduction to China’s wealthy traditions.
Suggestions from visitors who sailed on this primary cruise have been fanatic. A number of quotes from passengers are:
“To have the ability to have admission into this nation that you simply hear a lot about and see so many treasures and work together with individuals, in a guided method…it’s been extraordinary in each method. I’m going to go house and need to learn and study extra. I need to come once more.” —Cheryl W.
“It’s the help of the Viking crew that has enabled us to maneuver by this door into China and expertise it. The expertise has been so great each on and off [the ship]. I really feel actually privileged, and I’m going again extra curious in some ways.” —Paul S.
“What I’ve loved most about this voyage is the individuals—not solely our fellow vacationers, however the individuals of China and the workers. I don’t assume I’ve met nicer individuals in the complete world. I believe the individuals of China have been so gracious and sort; it has actually proven me the humanity of China.” —Marion D.
“I’ve all the time been fascinated with China. It’s really easy to see loads of attention-grabbing areas and locations as a result of [Viking] makes it really easy for you. All of the experiences we’ve had have been great. I’ll undoubtedly advocate this journey to my associates.” —Donald M.
Viking might be including new cruises in Asia in 2025 with an enlargement of sailings within the area. This contains cruises from 15- to 22-days in size with port stops in Japan and China.
Torstein Hagen, Chairman and CEO of Viking, gave the next assertion in regards to the cruise line’s return to China:
“With its historic historical past and wealthy tradition, China is an outstanding vacation spot that many curious vacationers haven’t but had the chance to expertise.
“For 15 years, we launched China to visitors on our Yangtze River itineraries. Now, we’re proud to supply these unique home sailings in China, and we sit up for welcoming individuals to this a part of the world within the Viking method.”
Viking Yi Dun is a 47,800 gross ton cruise ship with 465 cabins and carries as much as 930 visitors.
