The only difference would be 1 guided tour in Oslo, which I could probably arrange for less than $200. The birds were nesting when we were there, and you had to walk around with a stick held in the air because they would dive bomb the highest thing they saw coming toward them. They never said anything about the trip. I suspect it varies but what have people experienced? Easy peasy for seasoned travelers. The value of cargo shipping through Port Quebec is estimated at USD 20+ billion (statistics 2012). The new facility is located at Pier 22 (beside the cruise terminal). a given budget to spend? Port Quebec (aka Port de Quebec/locode CAQUE) is an inland port in Quebec City, as well as Canada's oldest and the Province's second-largest (after Montreal). Not sure when this started, but her host parents did not start English in 3rd grade. and others may be new to international travel and a little timid, or even just want the support of Viking as they return to travel during Covid. In response to the OP's question about how Viking can get away with charging $1700 for the excursion, the reason is that people just don't bother to do the math or else they don't care about over paying. Those who did said it was very well done. Started August 27, 2021, By TIP: If you have booked your air through Viking, you can still schedule your own extension. Some passengers may like to just stay on the ship to relax and partake in onboard lectures and activities, but since Viking cruises are very destination-oriented, there is much to be discovered at each port. Each of the included tours that weve taken has given us a great introduction to a place. This will open up Stacker and allow access to the Other Options tab, which are Config-specific settings. Also, if we go on our own, we would have to fly home from Oslo instead of Bergen; I know that I have to pay $100 per person to make alternate flight arrangements (which we will do anyway because we are flying into London a few days early), but how does Viking charge when you fly home from a different city? The trip to Vigur Island is a MUST!!!! Explore more before or after your expedition. Sail the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet. When I went to Japan years ago, everyone told me, "Not to worry! /images/CCPragueAtSundown_478x345_tcm21-9309.jpg. Cape Breton Island (Louisbourg), Nova Scotia, Canada. Started October 12, 2018, Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Today, the port is connected with 300+ seaports in 60 countries in Asia, Europe, South America, Australia. End of July 2022, the tracks were closed for a week. Journey across the Pacific Ocean, dubbed Mar Pacfico by explorer Ferdinand Magellan. We're considering adding the pre-cruise and post cruise extensions offered by Viking. I really hope to do the Umbria one someday. /expeditions/images/South_Georgia_Albatross_Seal_478x345_tcm40-172352.jpg. The deal was signed with HPH (Hutchison Port Holdings) and CN (Canadien National). As does the Iceland extension in Homelands I believe. Set sail from Ushuaia to the Falkland Islands, renowned for their spectacular landscapes with rugged coves and white-sand beaches. Taxis at the cruise port are available at fixed cost (CAD 34,25) per ride, covering the distance between the cruise terminal and the city's Jean Lesage airport:Public transportation includes the Bus 21 line around Old City (ticket cost CAD 3,50). Every Norwegian speaks English, except maybe the very elderly. Admire the regions natural beauty and look for seals and birdlife on Brion Island. WebMore days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. So when I planned our do-it-yourself extension, I chose a hotel in the downtown area (though next time I will go a bit more upscale). Port Quebec (Canada) reported a strong 2022 cruise season after welcoming 92000+ tourists. Port Quebec City cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The Viking hosts will take care of coordinating these as well, handling all of the logistics and making your vacation pretty much stress free! Learn about the exciting adventures of Antarctic explorers, including Sir Ernest Shackleton. So keep any eye out for a potential change. Still worth it? Got good pictures with my phone, but the telephoto won the day! It was a far more interesting trip than our trip in 2018 but apparently not all tour escorts do the same. Sail the Pacific Ocean, its vast expanse reaches Asia, Australia, North and South America. Its economy and the group sits together or in clusters, so no chance to upgrade. It was the best day of our week long trip! EnerDel is leading the way in the development and manufacturing of innovative modularized lithium-ion battery solutions for transportation, construction, mining, marine, grid-scale energy storage and military applications in the United States. Transport from Oslo to the airport appears to have various options - one of which is Flytoget airport express train (same station). All transfers Excursion Example Two: Ultimate Italy Tuscany. Survey the Rhine from 900-year-old Marksburg Castle. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or If Viking is only offering the basics, with no excursions, then we take a look at the price and then determine if it makes more financial sense to create our own. Time Change Acclimation Most travelers will be flying internationally for their cruise and will have at least one connection. Highly recommended! Come face-to-face with penguins as you explore the rugged beauty of the Falkland Islands. Baggage check service is between 7 am - 5 pm, and for disembarking passengers only (cost CAD 4 pp). However, it's not clear what's included. The port has an intermodal terminal, through which annually are handled an average 27 million cargo tons. Ask your Viking Expert for more information. After our sightseeing in the afternoon we returned to the hotel. So, lets take another look at those two examples from above. In the second example, the Ultimate Italy Tuscany extension, notice that this extension includes transfers, accommodations, all meals, 3 guided tours (which kept us busy all day, every day) and is fully escorted by a Viking Tour Director. Port Quebec creates 13,250 Canadian jobs, of which 8000+ (direct and indirect) in Quebec City. Excursion Example Two: Ultimate Italy Tuscany. Transfers and a tour shouldn't come to $700. NTW about language. Our deep knowledge of cell chemistry and extensive cell testing capabilities enable us to deliver products that deliver superior range and system reliability, with over 200 million miles of proven performance and reliability to date. Then a loosely organized walk through the grounds to see all the birds. Your Company stated that our payment was not due until 1-30-23 per the extension we requested, and you approved. So, we hope this information helps you choose an extension that fits your needs and desires. TIP: At the time of booking, be sure to check the hotel location and ensure that you like it. Again, I appreciate any insights from those who have done the extension. Port Quebec's cruise ship terminal "Ross Gaudreault" (the old one) is located near Old City, along the neighborhood Petit Champlain. Sometimes the designated hotel can even change several times before your trip. Did you do any of the group dinners ? The Tuscany and Umbria extensions are really like escorted land tours and are more expensive than the basic hotel pre/post extensions, but more worthwhile. After we signed up, we were informed of the optional dinner but I dont think we had to sign up before we actually checked into the hotel and registered with the Viking rep. You will be able to leave a comment after signing in, By EnerDel is proud to be a US designer and manufacturer, with our headquarters, engineering and manufacturing in Indiana, and our advanced engineering tech center in California. LauraS Good luck with your travel planning! Doing the math, the difference in cost is about six or $700;we would pay for first class train if we did it ourselves, and probably stay in a similar hotel in Oslo. If so can you elaborate on those? Before I return to Japan, I'll learn at least some rudimentary phrases; it shows respect and I've always enjoyed trying to converse in foreign languages. HSBC Holdings plc (British multinational financial holding, in 2018 ranked world's 7th-largest bank)acted as QPAs financial advisor throughout the process. The building's ground floor is sized 5862 m2 (~63100 ft2); while the upper floor is sized 3585 m2 (~38600 ft2). Also, be aware that the hotel may change at some point before your trip. I know I can book Lake Como for less but that transfer seems very valuable to me for ease alone. Niagara Falls (Port Colborne), Ontario & Welland Canal, Canada. The initiative was part of the port expansion project and the decision was based on multiple technical and commercial studies. If you do your own extension, you can add another night or two in Iceland -- and see even more of the country -- maybe even rent a car (Golden Circle can be done on your own). Doing a simple search, here is the most recent thread, but there are plenty of others. Dividing the Old World from the New World, sail the second-largest of the Earths oceans. Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence Seaway Locks. Stay current with special offers, news and destination-focused content. Charleston, South Carolina, United States. Copyright 19952022 The Independent Traveler, Inc. Amazing, Funny & Totally Awesome Cruise Photos. This extension was one of the best we have ever done. Some people like to leave all the work to the professionals (that's me!) Started August 27, 2021, By We felt we got fair value for our extension. Ive been currently wrestling with this very issue in next years Ancient Adriatic Treasures sailing which ends in Venice. However, if the extension includes a lot of extras such as excursions, meals, etc. A picturesque town surrounded by forests and vineyards, Trier is the birthplace of Karl Marx and a vibrant university town. Explore the waterways of Charleston by kayak and search for Low Country birdlife. Yes, the "plus" seating is their 1st-class seating. Our meals were not only at the villa where we stayed, but we also visited many restaurants, including lunch on a farm and dinner at a winery. I would cancel the included in a heartbeat and book Vigur if you only have time for one. The days were long, but filled with visits to many interesting sites and wonderful meals. Be sure to carefully read exactly what is included in any extension so that you understand the value you are receiving before you decide to book. Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change. Sail the legendary waters of the Atlantic Ocean, the route of explorers for centuries. We found great places for delicious meals. All in all, we were not that pleased with the location of our hotel in the Rome extension. Then that was clears and seems like we had fruit and other small desserts. Also be aware that the first half to 2/3 is very scenic, but the last part isn't. WebMore days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. We'll be in Norway toward the end of May with about 18 hours of daylight (https://www.timeanddate.com/sun/norway/bergen)almost hitting the "midnight sun" time. @longtermI'm curious how you came up with a budget of $1500 if doing yourself. That seems extreme. It also gives you a chance to make some friends for the cruise you are about to take, or share memories of the trip just completed with the Viking group at the hotel. That was in China and it included two nights at the JW, breakfasts, full day of touring with lunch, and transfer from the hotel to the ship with a stop for lunch halfway through the four hour drive from Bejing to the port in Tianjin. On the first (2018) the seats were comfortable enough, not luxurious but good enough. CC Help Jenn Started June 21, 2021, By Sounds like booking this myself may be the way to go. Has anyone done this extension, and if so, do you know what travel class Viking provides--Economy or 1st Class? So, in order to reduce stress, we recommend arriving early and taking advantage of some extra time in your chosen destination. Of all the 132 ship calls, 14 were turnarounds (roundtrips). Sail the majestic Chilean fjords and marvel at vast ice fields flowing to the waters edge. WebMore days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Worst case you can always get a flight from Bergen to Oslo as we did. WebMore days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Sail the Beagle Channel and Cape Horn, where the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans meet. Plus, it rained a good portion of the time making it difficult to wander around on their own (typical June/July weather). I'm going to have to look into that Vigur Island opportunity. LauraS Great location, cost was 670 for two nights including taxes and breakfast. I forget the exact cost but when we compared it to what we paid for the previous four days of hotel and touring it was very comparable. If you do it yourselves, it likely will be less a hassle and cheaper. We're on a British Isles cruise that is not until mid 2024; I'm looking ahead at the post extension, which would be 2 nights in Oslo, and which includes the train trip between Bergen and Oslo, which we've been wanting to take. I dont believe we could have done this on our own. MSC Celebrity Cruises revealed its brand-new itineraries for 2023 on the fully-refurbishedship Celebrity Summit. The number of handled tourists was ~133000 (including 92000+ passengers and ~41000 crew). Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities. The project was budgeted CAD 31,9 million, of which CAD 15M by Quebec's Government, CAD 11,9M by the Port, and CAD 5M by the City. Ask your Viking Expert for more information.Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change. Those who took the extension with Viking I believe had to do some buses. The tour escorts stayed in the cars with their "groups" and gave us a running commentary on what we were seeing; including history, geology, culture, and current events. We're on the BIE cruise this May (London to Bergen) and plan to spend 3 days post cruise on our own - 1 extra night in Bergen at the Thon Hotel Orion (at $138 USD through booking.com) and 2 nights in Oslo. In some areas that could raise the room cost quite a bit. Breakfasts are usually at the hotel -- fixed or buffet depends on what the particular hotel offers. Along with the new cruise terminal, by this project were purchased 2x gangways (mobile passenger bridges spanning 21 m / 69 ft from the waterline) and the existing Berth 30 was enhanced to support the new construction. How do meals included in an extension work? First time on Viking Ocean. Having looked at our Viking invoices, they have changed the hotels multiple times. Keep watch for local marine life as you voyage through Chiles fjords. We also have booked the Thon Opera. It is also country'sonly transcontinental railway company (Nova Scotia to British Columbia) and serving both Canada and Midwestern-Southern USA. Enjoy! WebMore days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. The program (August thru October Viking Cruises announced the line's summer 2023 season of expedition voyages, including a new 2-week itinerary in the Great Lakes along with Princess Cruises announced the 2023 Canada & New England cruise and cruisetour season, on sale May 5. Yes, it was a bit expensive at $1700 pp, but it included transfers from Rome airport to Perugia (2 1/2 hour drive), three nights in a converted castle, all meals except one lunch, and three days of guided tours before being dropped off at our ship. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or I suspect this problem is just another to add to the pile of things that are now suffering post covid. Just pricing the Bergen Oslo part, it comes to about $800 USD for the two of us (2 nights in Oslo plus train tickets). So still on the fence on what Ill do. Cruisers' Choice Awards! WebMore days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Booking you own extension allows you to do all of that. CC Help Jenn Sail the crystalline waters of the Caribbean Sea, a paradise of emerald islands. This approach can be especially helpful for reducing the stress for first time international travelers, first-time cruisers, or anyone who wants to make their travel planning as easy and streamlined as possible. In addition, it may be a relief to know that Viking will take care of not only transporting you, but will also take care of handling your luggage between hotels, the ship and the airport! Since we may never get back to Iceland, and Im a photographer, adding a couple of days is very interesting to us, but $1700 for two nights is a bit difficult to justify. Taste legendary Moselle Rieslings. Learn the history of the Atlantic Ocean, called the Sea of Atlas by the ancient Greeks. There is the boat ride over and back, probably 20 minutes each way. We then had a day on our own before a 3 day pre-cruise at Lake Como before our 7 days on the Rhine from Basel to Amsterdam with a 2 night extension in Amsterdam. In August 2018, Port Quebec City announced its plans to build a second passenger terminal. mikenannie, November 19, 2021 in Viking Ocean, We are about to book our first Viking cruise. RegionEast Coast USA and Canada New England. In December 2017, Quebec Port Authority (QPA) announced its plan for building a new container terminal at the "Beauport 2020" site. We would probably only be able to do the 3 hour tour due to included tour in morning. Ive booked the 3 night Lake Como extension which includes some dinners and tours but most importantly the transfer from the now changeable docking Venetian location. The Saint Lawrence-Great Lakes market is estimated to have 110+ million consumers. WebExplore the untamed beauty of Antarctica on board Vikings state-of-the-art expedition vessel and experience a journey like no other to one of the worlds last unexplored I found that it was actually cheaper to fly from Oslo to Toronto (via KEF) on Icelandair than from Bergen, as when I was booking, the Bergen flight routed through Oslo. Thank you so much for spending a little of your time with us. P.S. There have been some reports of problems with Rail Ninja on this board, so I plan to book Plus tickets with vy.no when the 90-day window opens. The 2018 trip was a post and the one last summer was a pre. You will be responsible for the transfers to the hotel, airports and ship. Viking offered an optional Peking Duck dinner for $50 or $60 dollars a person. More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities. I don't think there was an option to upgrade. A photographers paradise. The list of travel documents required at the terminal includes: cruise ship ticket, boarding pass, ID, passport, plane tickets, baggage tags. Im a seasoned traveler, and not afraid of being on my own, but Norway is a place where I would not know a single word of the language. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. The second day, we toured the Forbidden City in the morning and then started the 2+ hour drive to the port. Of all the add-ons I feel most likely not to take advantage of these as some of our best Italian meals have been in tiny family owned places. We have traveled with Viking on several ocean and river cruises and have several scheduled for the future. In these cases we had to arrange our own transportation or in some cases, Viking arranged a shuttle. Cruisers' Choice Awards! As they keep changing the hotel, what have been your experiences with hotel confirmation? Thank you for reading our article and safe travels! Doing a dummy train booking since you can't book on vy.no site until 60-90 days in advance, fully refundable, plus train tickets from Bergen to Oslo come to just under $300 for the two of us. We are traveling from Charlotte. Discover North Americas wilderness while sailing the striking waterways of the Great Lakes. Explore More of the City Cruisers sometimes do not realize that even though they are starting or ending their cruise in a particular city, it does not mean they will have a chance to see it. There are no excursions or other meals included. There is an old windmill many of us climbed up to see, and lots of pretty ocean vistas from atop the hill. I would add that not all extensions are created equal. Admire magnificent coastal vistas of soaring cliffs; marvel at a variety of birdlife. I would cancel the included in a heartbeat and book Vigur if you only have time for one. To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below. In this region is concentrated over 40% of USA's manufacturing industry. For ship boarding passengers is advisable to arrive at the port at least 2 hours prior departure. However, you should consider everything that is included with your extension and you may find that it is well worth the extra money. Our modularized battery pack design and modular product configuration enable us to deliver customized solutions across a variety of applications, including but not limited to transportation, construction, mining, marine, grid-scale energy storage and military applications. The new terminal serves as international hub housing logistics, distribution centers and various businesses. Encounter ancient The latest luxury expedition cruise line to join the industry will offer voyages to Iceland, South America, and Hawaii in 2023 and early 2024. Many signs are also in English. WebGetting started First of all, you need to navigate to the Config Manager tab inside OpenBullet and create a Config, or edit an existing one. Click here to reload the page in order to enable certain features, Policy regarding COVID related Discussions. Plus, I'd have to pay $200 for us to be able to fly into London earlier, bringing flights for one of us to $1900, versus about $1700 each for us if I book it myself--which I'm going to do. Next photo shows the old and new versions of the Ross Gaudreault Cruise Terminal. On May 28, 2019, QPA signed a long-term agreement for building and operation/management of the new container terminal Laurentia. We are on our first Viking Ocean cruise in July this year. In the period 2007-2017, the seaport reported growth of 80,5%. Is it always one or the other? We did the Mediterranean & Italian Sojourn (Barcelona to Venice) in June and did the 2 day Viking pre-cruise in Barcelona and 2 day post-cruise in Venice. The cost for the pre-cruise extension in Reykjavik Iceland is $859 per person for 2 nights (or $1700 for 2 of us). We took the Umbrian pre-cruise extension in Sep before our Rome-Barcelona cruise. So, be sure that your itinerary is providing you enough time in your starting or ending destinations. We experienced something that happens in the summer - track maintenance. We absolutely loved the excursion to Lake Maggiore after we docked outside Venice. Also, some security features were upgraded to "standard". Not surprising these days, unfortunately. WebThe Delta Center is coming back to Utah. I'd appreciate hearing more on how you handled things. then we are likely to book with Viking. This service is very nice and ensures you always have access to someone who can help you with any issues or questions. 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