A luxury cruise ship with an infinity pool, a spa and two cinemas has docked in Liverpool.
The Viking Saturn is currently on its eighth day of a 15-day voyage around the United Kingdom and Ireland. The ship began its journey in Bergen, Norway and has already visited several islands off the coast of Scotland, as well as the capital of Northern Ireland, Belfast.
Its upcoming ports of call include Holyhead, Dublin, Dover, and London-Tilbury, following its current stop in Liverpool.
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Viking Saturn, launched in 2023, is a small ship with a capacity of 930 guests. It is designed to provide a luxurious cruise experience for those interested in exploring regions of Europe where larger ships cannot dock.
Accommodation on board varies, offering three categories of staterooms and three types of suites, all equipped with private verandas and expansive bathrooms.
There are plenty of food options on the Viking Saturn that cater to different tastes. The Restaurant is the main dining venue where guests can enjoy buffet-style breakfasts and evening meals. The menu ranges from regional tasting menus to alternative selections.
Additionally, guests can dine at The Chef's Table for an additional cost. The Chef's Table features a rotating set menu, paired with wines from around the world. Passengers can also indulge in Italian cuisine at Manfredi's or if you are in the mood for lighter fare or snacks throughout the day, there are various onboard eateries available, such as The Living Room, Wintergarden, Mamsen's Deli, and The World Café offering a selection of pasta, pizza, salads, and bagels.
Passengers onboard will never get bored as there are plenty of activities to enjoy, including a grand theatre, two cinema screens, boutique shops, an infinity pool, and a spa. Additionally, cultural experiences such as cooking demonstrations and lectures on upcoming ports of call are available to enhance guests' experience.
There are 16 more sailing trips for the 'British Isles Explorer' this year. Prices for this route in 2024 start at £7,390 per person for a veranda room and go up to £22,890 per person for an owner's suite.
The owner's suite is equipped with a private library, wine and music collections, and an ocean-view dry sauna.
Full itinerary for 'British Isles Explorer' on Viking Saturn:
- Day one - Bergen, Norway
- Day two - Bergen, Norway
- Day three - Shetland Islands (Lerwick), Scotland
- Day four - The Highlands (Invergordon), Scotland
- Day five - Edinburgh (New Haven Harbour), Scotland
- Day six - Orkney Islands (Kirkwall), Scotland
- Day seven - The Highlands (Ullapool), Scotland
- Day eight - Belfast, Northern Ireland
- Day nine - Liverpool, England
- Day 10 - Holyhead, Wales
- Day 11 - Dublin (Dún Laoghaire), Ireland
- Day 12 - Scenic Sailing: English Channel
- Day 13 - Dover, England
- Day 14 - London, England
- Day 15 - London, England
How can I book a cruise on Viking Saturn?
Along with the British Isles cruise, the Viking Saturn ship also sails around the Mediterranean, Scandinavian countries, the Middle East and Asia.
You can book a cruise on Viking Saturn with Cruise Direct here starting from £2,240 per person for various European voyages.
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