Posted on 04/23/2024
On Viking’s new all-inclusive, fully guided journeys, discover the best of China the Viking way, with immersive experiences to introduce you to the people, history, cuisine and culture of China, including insightful lectures, Chinese-inspired cuisine and destination experts.
With the number eight representing the luckiest number in Chinese culture associated with prosperity, success and wealth, here are eight reasons why 2024, the Year of the Dragon, is your lucky year to visit China with Viking:
#1 VIKING LEADS THE WAY IN CHINA ONCE AGAIN
Viking has re-entered China and is the first major North American travel company to do so, providing experiences designed to connect you to its people, culture and cuisine. Additionally, travel restrictions have been lifted and U.S. Citizens now have an improved visa process.
#2 CHINA IS A BOOMING TRAVEL DESTINATION
Chinese tourism is experiencing tremendous year-over-year growth and is expected to exceed 2019 levels by 2025. This year is the perfect opportunity to visit without the crowds, congestion and over-tourism of years past.
#3 DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR NORTH AMERICANS
Our English-speaking program directors are Viking employees and lead once-in-a-lifetime journeys that only Viking can offer. Plus, their unique perspectives will allow you to experience the hospitality of the diverse people who make up this fascinating country.
#4 MORE INTERNATIONAL AIR ROUTES
North American and Asian air carriers have added more air routes to major gateways in China with international airlift expected to reach 6,000 flights per week by the end of 2024. The additional
flights represent 80% of 2019 levels, with North America being the top market for growth.
#5 VIKING HAS MORE EXPERIENCE IN CHINA
Benefit from our experience—for 15 years we sailed China’s Yangtze River and brought more curious travelers to China than any other operator, providing guests with the highest-rated Viking product across the entire fleet. Now we are delighted to explore its coast with four, first-of-their-kind ocean voyages on board the Viiking Yi Dun in Viking comfort.
#6 ADMIRE CULTURAL & HISTORICAL GEMS
As a leading cultural destination with over 4,000 years of history, China provides an endless of opportunity to see breathtaking historical and natural wonders at every location. From The Bund in Shanghai to the Terra Cotta Warriors guarding the tomb of China’s first emperor, China has something for everyone.
#7 THE BEST VALUE IN YEARS
Favorable U.S. and Canadian dollar exchange rates, international air discounts and overall value with Viking provide amazing savings. Book 10- to 20-day voyages with FREE international airfare*. Plus, with Viking Inclusive value, you can expect all the inclusions our guests can expect on all Viking Ocean ships, PLUS these additional inclusions that are exclusive to our 15- to 20-day China itineraries:
• Intra-China flights
• Hotel accommodations at luxury resorts
• All ground transfers
• Most meals on land (providing you with opportunity to explore on your own)
• One included shore excursion on land days
#8 ACCESS TO EXCLUSIVE COLLECTOR PORTS
Viking is the only line with access to exclusive ports along the Chinese coast, including Zhoushan Archipelago, Dongtou, Pingtan, Xiamen and Shenzhen, offering seldom-seen destinations that have never been offered to international travelers before.
Discover for yourself Viking’s four NEW first-of-their-kind itineraries during the Year of the Dragon:
• Wonders of China: 20 days – Beijing Roundtrip
This comprehensive 20-day itinerary delivers China’s main highlights, combing Beijing, Xian, the coastal voyage, Chengdu and Tibet, and is the most comprehensive China visit in the market today.
• Best of China: 20 days – Beijing Roundtrip
Explore China during a fully guided 20-day cruisetour. See the Forbidden City, Great Wall and rare giant pandas. Sail the scenic eastern coast, delve into Tibet’s spiritual traditions and admire the Terra Cotta Warriors.
• Classic China & the Coast: 15 days – Beijing to Hong Kong
This voyage combines the experiences of Viking’s 10-day China Discovery voyage with opportunity to see the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, the Terra Cotta Warriors and other iconic landmarks.
• China Discovery: 10 days – Shanghai to Hong Kong
This 10-day coastal voyage itinerary is for travelers who have been to China before. Admire Shanghai’s iconic Bund and enjoy access to ports in the provinces of Zhejiang, Fujian and Guangdong.
*FREE international airfare based on select departures of Best of China, Wonders of China, Classic China & The Coast and China Discovery itineraries from many gateways. FREE Airfare offer is subject to change: Based on inventory availability at time of purchase and may be withdrawn at any time. Offer expires May 31, 2024.
Contact our travel agency for more details and booking with Viking!