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  • Viking Cruises: Viking Octantis
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  • January 16, 2026

itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Buenos Aires
    | Fri Jan 16, 2026
  2. Day 2
    Ushuaia
    | Sat Jan 17, 2026
    | Depart 5:00 PM
  3. Day 3
    Drake Passage
    | Sun Jan 18, 2026
  4. Day 4
    Antarctic Experience
    | Mon Jan 19, 2026
    | 3:00 PM - 11:59 PM
  5. Day 5
    Antarctic Experience
    | Tue Jan 20, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  6. Day 6
    Antarctic Experience
    | Wed Jan 21, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  7. Day 7
    Antarctic Experience
    | Thu Jan 22, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  8. Day 8
    Antarctic Experience
    | Fri Jan 23, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  9. Day 9
    Antarctic Experience
    | Fri Jan 23, 2026
    | Depart 6:00 AM
  10. Day 10
    Antarctic Experience
    | Fri Jan 23, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  11. Day 11
    Antarctic Experience
    | Sat Jan 24, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  12. Day 12
    Antarctic Experience
    | Sun Jan 25, 2026
    | 6:00 AM - 8:30 PM
  13. Day 13
    Drake Passage
    | Mon Jan 26, 2026
  14. Day 14
    Cape Horn
    | Tue Jan 27, 2026
  15. Day 15
    Ushuaia
    | Wed Jan 28, 2026
Sailing Features
  • 12 Nights
  • Jan 16, 2026 / Jan 28, 2026
  • Buenos Aires
  • Ushuaia
  • Viking Octantis

Suites

Choose the perfect room for you
Balcony
Suite
Balcony
Deluxe Nordic Balcony Stateroom

Size including Nordic Balcony: 215 sq. ft.
Features: Ocean-view stateroom with private Nordic Balcony: floor-to-ceiling distortion-free glass at your ship’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 & pillows. 55" OLED flat-screen TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, beIN Sports. Premium Freyja® toiletries. Plush robes & slippers. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily). Binoculars. Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket. Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections. Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping. 24-hour room service. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.

Balcony
Deluxe Nordic Balcony Stateroom

Size including Nordic Balcony: 215 sq. ft.
Features: Ocean-view stateroom with private Nordic Balcony: floor-to-ceiling distortion-free glass at your ship’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 & pillows. 55" OLED flat-screen TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, beIN Sports. Premium Freyja® toiletries. Plush robes & slippers. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily). Binoculars. Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket. Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections. Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping. 24-hour room service. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.

Balcony
Deluxe Nordic Balcony Stateroom

Size including Nordic Balcony: 215 sq. ft.
Features: Ocean-view stateroom with private Nordic Balcony: floor-to-ceiling distortion-free glass at your ship’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 & pillows. 55" OLED flat-screen TV featuring CNN, CBC, MBC2, beIN Sports. Premium Freyja® toiletries. Plush robes & slippers. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily). Binoculars. Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket. Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections. Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping. 24-hour room service. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.

Balcony
Nordic Balcony Stateroom

Size including Nordic Balcony: 215 sq. ft.
Features: Ocean-view stateroom with private Nordic Balcony: floor-to-ceiling distortion-free glass at your ship’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 & pillows. 55" OLED flat-screen TV. 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports. Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer. Premium Freyja® toiletries. Plush robes & slippers. Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks. Binoculars. Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket. Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections. Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping. 24-hour room service. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.

Balcony
Nordic Balcony Stateroom

Size including Nordic Balcony: 215 sq. ft.
Features: Ocean-view stateroom with private Nordic Balcony: floor-to-ceiling distortion-free glass at your ship’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 & pillows. 55" OLED flat-screen TV. 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports. Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer. Premium Freyja® toiletries. Plush robes & slippers. Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks. Binoculars. Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket. Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections. Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping. 24-hour room service. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.

Balcony
Nordic Penthouse Balcony Stateroom

Size including Nordic Balcony: 269 sq. ft.
Features: Ocean-view stateroom with private Nordic Balcony: floor-to-ceiling distortion-free glass at your ship’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 & pillows. 55" OLED flat-screen TV. 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports. Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer. Premium Freyja® toiletries. Plush robes & slippers. Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks. Binoculars. Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket. Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections. Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping. 24-hour room service. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious drawers & closet with wooden hangers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.

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Viking Octantis cruise ship

Viking Cruises:   Viking Octantis

Firstly it was invented modern river cruising. Then, it got redefined ocean cruising. Now, experience all the comfort and elegance of award-winning fleet with an expedition ship built specifically to explore the world's most remote destinations and allow you to immerse yourself in these regions.
  • Maiden Voyage:
    2022
  • Registry:
    Longyearbyen, Norway
  • Beam:
    77 ft (23.5 m)
  • Ship Length:
    665 ft (202.7 m)
  • Maximum Speed:
    16 knots
  • Gross Tonnage:
    30,150 GRT
  • Passenger Capacity:
    378
  • Number of Crew:
    256
  • Lounge:
    Yes
  • Bars / Lounges:
    Yes
  • Dining / Restaurants:
    Yes
  • Fitness Center:
    Yes
  • Spa:
    Yes

Ship Information

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