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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.
Year Built
2021Year Refurbished
Year Entered Present Fleet
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Tonnage (GRT)
30150PAX (basis 2)
378Max Pax (inc. Uppers)
378Passenger Decks
7Number of Crew
260Officers' Nationality
Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality
Suites
51Balcony
0Oceanview
0Oceanview No Balcony
0Oceanview With Balcony
0Balconies
138Interior
0Accessible
20Total Number of Accommodations
1000Owner's Suite
Explorer Suite
Nordic Junior Suite
Size including Private Lounge Area: 1,238 sq. ft.
Features: Panoramic ocean-view, multi-room suite with private Nordic Balcony, private garden lounge area with badenstamp, separate dining area/boardroom seating six, and private library, wine & music collections curated by Chairman Torstein Hagen. King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows. 55" OLED flat-screen TV. Two additional 42" flat-screen interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies on Demand in suite. 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports. Large master bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer, plus guest bathroom. Premium Freyja® toiletries. Plush robes & slippers. Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service. Security safe. Individual climate control. Purified water refilled daily. Welcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne. Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & premium 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, including service from any restaurant during open hours. Daily personalized tea or pre-dinner cocktail & canapés on request. Dinner & guided tour with ship officers (subject to availability). Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing & shoe shine services. Silver Spirits beverage package included. Floor-to-ceiling drying closet. Spacious walk-in closet with wooden hangers & drawers. Under-bed suitcase storage space.
Nordic Penthouse Balcony Stateroom
Deluxe Nordic Balcony Stateroom
Deluxe Nordic Balcony Stateroom
Deluxe Nordic Balcony Stateroom
Nordic Balcony Stateroom
Nordic Balcony Stateroom
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Cruise reviews reflect the opinions of travel editors and cruisers/ readers and may not represent those of our company.
SUBMIT A REVIEWJULY
Viking Polaris, an Expedition ship, was at near capacity with 360 or so passengers, but never felt crowded, and had a crew of 225 that took care of every need immediately, usually before we knew we had a need. This was our 9th Viking cruise, but our first on an Expedition ship; it won't be our last! The food was a significant upgrade from all our previous Viking experiences (with a daily sushi bar, a seafood bar with unlimited king crab legs, shrimp, scallops and marinated mussels as standouts; and a tremendous grill with cut and cooked to order tomahawk rib eyes, filet mignon, NY strips steaks topping their offers). The ports were very interesting and enjoyable, although Alpena, MI wasn't for us. Mackinac Island and The Grand Hotel lived up to its reputation, but we did both included tours (walking and by horse-drawn carriage) that covered almost identical routes and dialogs, so we'd recommend picking the one you want, then tour around on your own. We thought Point Pelee, Canada was going to be our least favorite, but turned out to be one of the best. This was where the crew launched some of their toys. We went kayaking through a marshland game preserve and went on a high speed Special Operations boat tour that was one of the highlights of the cruise. Niagara Falls "behind the falls tour" was also a highlight.
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SEPTEMBER
Again, while the food was outstanding, all but two meals were buffet.
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SEPTEMBER
We really liked the expedition aspect of this trip, and the active options for excursions were fun and interesting, too. We were so impressed with the quality of service from crew members, and their addressing very personal needs. I do think that we would opt for an expedition cruise again instead of a “regular” ocean- going ship.
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AUGUST
Fantastic trip with fantastic ship and crew. Interesting, beautiful itinerary with excellent on board and local guides. Enjoyed the opportunity for riding the zodiacs! Saw and learned a lot about various birds and wildlife, including bald eagles, blue and fin wales and dolphins. Food was outstanding. Would go again in a heartbeat. In fact, while aboard we booked another cruise on the Polaris!
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JULY
Very expensive. Drinks and all excursions should be included for the price. Drinks were expensive when we did buy them. No price break for solo traveler in fact twice that of double occupancy pp rate. Beautiful ship. Incredibly clean. Amazing staff. Would definitely cruise Viking again and I think more things should be included for price. Staff quickly came up with excursion options when ship was delayed leaving port. Very nice. Would like more dining options (included) for table service dinners.
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MAY
Had a wonderful time. One of best trips ever. Would have liked an Anne of Green Gables related tour in Nova Scotia. Enjoyed the Zodiac & Special Ops boats but weather did limit use.
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FEBRUARY
Wonderful new ship, wonderful staterooms, staff very attentive and always positive, informative lectures
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