Beginning in the Mediterranean next month, Viking is back with a trio of ships on 11-day itineraries from Malta and an exclusive air partner enabling non-stop flights for travelers.

“Now that we have successfully restarted operations, welcoming guests back on board in England and in Bermuda, we look forward to launching our new voyages from Malta. We applaud the government of Malta for being such a supportive destination partner and for making the arrival and embarkation process even easier for our guests”

Torstein Hagen, Chairman of Viking

             

As the Maltese Government has begun to allow the arrival of international travelers, including Americans. Like many countries, Malta has developed a traffic light-like system for arriving travelers.

Right now, Malta has most U.S. states and territories on their “Amber List”, those who may arrive in Malta with proof of a negative COVID test conducted at least 72 hours prior to arrival. Full details of Malta’s Traffic Light System can be found here. The European Union recommended that its member countries begin lifting restrictions on American travelers as well.

“With its rich history and stunning natural beauty, Malta is truly a gem in the Mediterranean that many American travelers have yet to discover. With our new Welcome Back voyages, combined with Lufthansa flights from Newark exclusively for Viking guests, there has never been a better opportunity to explore the Mediterranean from Malta.”

Viking’s restart began in May in England with British guests. Nearly 100 percent of guests on these sailings have rated their experience as “excellent” or “very good.” This week, the company welcomed its first American guests back on board in Bermuda for the first of eight Bermuda Escape sailings. Soon, Viking will launch Welcome Back sailings around Iceland. 

As you might imagine, space is selling fast with limited dates still available in summer and early fall 2021.

Viking’s Welcome Back voyages in the Mediterranean include:

Mediterranean Voyages Beginning in July 2021

• Malta & Adriatic Jewels(11 days; Valletta to Valletta; Croatia, Montenegro & Malta) – Discover Malta’s millennia of history and visit ancient UNESCO sites. Explore Croatia’s captivating coastline and some of the great iconic cities of antiquity. Stroll the majestic city walls of Dubrovnik and visit Diocletian’s Palace. Or immerse yourself in nature and the great outdoors during a visit to Krka National Park. Join us for a fascinating journey as you witness rolling landscapes and ancient architectural treasures along Adriatic shores. Multiple sailing dates July through October 2021.
• Malta & the Western Mediterranean(11 days; Valletta to Valletta; Italy, Spain & Malta) – Traverse the historic and heritage-rich waters of the Western Mediterranean during a 10-night roundtrip voyage from Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will discover the magnificent Amalfi Coast from elegant Naples, gateway to Pompeii, and visit Messina, Sicily’s cultural crossroad. See the storied sites of ancient Rome and immerse in Tuscan Florence and Catalonian Barcelona’s art and architecture during your unforgettable journey. Multiple sailing dates in September and October 2021.
• Malta & Greek Isles Discovery(11 days; Valletta to Valletta; Greece & Malta) – Immerse in the ancient world as you discover the early empires of the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas. Visit historic UNESCO World Heritage Sites, such as the Maltese capital of Valletta and Rhodes’ Palace of the Grand Masters. Enjoy dramatic views of the Parthenon in Athens, uncover the mysteries of the Minoans on Crete and admire the white facades and azure domes of the clifftop villages of Santorini during this enchanting voyage through the centuries. Multiple sailing dates July through September 2021.

Yes, It Is Safe

Those who sail Welcome Back voyages will also experience the Viking Health & Safety Program, developed in partnership with an international team of medical advisors. That impressive team includes Raquel C. Bono, M.D., Viking’s Chief Health Officer, the first woman in the Navy to hold the rank of Vice Admiral. A board-certified trauma surgeon with an impressive CV as long as your arm, Dr. Bono can handle a variety of medical issues which might occur at sea. Of particular interest in these days and times, Dr Bono served as Director of Washington State Health Management, in charge of COVID response for the entire state.

A complete overview of the Viking Health & Safety Program can be found at: www.viking.com/health-safety.