Uncover the ancient secrets of Egypt amid the welcoming culture of today. See the pyramids from astride a majestic camel. Explore the Temple of Karnak’s 136 soaring pillars. Visit adorned hillside tombs in the Valley of the Kings. Skim the waters of the Nile by traditional felucca. Enjoy the fragrances of Aswan’s spice market. Join our expert Egyptologists on a 12-day cruisetour through Egypt on board our modern Nile ships, owned and operated by Viking.

Switzerland is known for its stunning skyline with the majestic snowcapped Alps, its gorgeous architecture that combines modernity with classic designs, and, of course, its world famous chocolate. Explore the atmosphere of three of the country’s most alluring destinations with the convenience of a Swiss rail pass. Stop for a drink in Zurich’s Frau Gerolds Garten, or wander the picturesque lakeside Old Town. In Lucerne, cross the Reuss River on the 14th-century Kapellbrücke before heading to the Sammlung Rosengart for a lesson in art history. Geneva’s glittering eponymous lake offers all sorts of adventure and relaxation, and the European Organization for Nuclear Research houses the Large ...

9 Days, featuring: Washington Dc–mount Vernon, Virginia–yorktown–williamsburg

19 Days, featuring: Victoria–ferry Crossing–vancouver (Embarkation)

Discover grand cities, medieval towns and quaint villages along the “Blue Danube,” highlighting three countries: Hungary, Austria and Germany. Stroll among the stalls at Budapest’s Christmas market and immerse yourself in the cheerful atmosphere of Vienna as you shop for handmade decorations. Visit the fairy-tale village of Regensburg, one of Europe’s best-preserved cities, and delight in the city’s joyful festivities.

19 Days, featuring: Bangkok

13 Days, featuring: Breisach, Germany. Excursion To Black Forest

10 Days, featuring: Inverness–culloden Moor–tomintoul–aberdeen

7 Days, featuring: Rome–pisa–florence

This journey begins in Spain: the land of bullfighters and flamenco dancers, fiestas and siestas, and crispy churros con chocolate. Start off in Barcelona, once home to such influential artists as Picasso, Miró, and Dalí. No stop in this vibrant city is complete without a visit to Gaudí’s architecturally intriguing Casa Batlló, Park Güell, and the Sagrada Familia. In Madrid, take in the sights and sounds of the Plaza Mayor or relax with a row around the pond in El Retiro. Last – but certainly not least – is Lisbon, Portugal’s rejuvenating capital. Wander the cobblestoned streets of timeworn Alfama, indulge in a crispy pastry from a local confeitaria, or take a ride on one of the city’s ol...