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💲Save BIG with MEI-Travel cruise deals: https://bookmeicruise.com/?apid=escy 🌎Save Up to 40% On Shore Excursions: https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1603014 🚢 Planning a Viking ocean cruise but wondering what's actually included in that higher price tag? You're in the right place! In this guide, we break down everything covered in your Viking ocean cruise fare versus what costs extra, so you can budget smartly and avoid surprise charges. 💰 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more travel hacks, cruise reviews, and insider tips. https://www.youtube.com/c/EatSleepCruise1 ✅ WHAT'S INCLUDED ON VIKING OCEAN CRUISES: Staterooms with verandas - All cabins feature private balconies, luxury linens, premium Freyja toiletries, and twice-daily housekeeping Specialty dining at Manfredi's - Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant with fresh pasta, Viking Bistecca, and osso buco at no extra charge FREE shore excursion in every port 🏛️ - Walking or panoramic bus tours exploring local history and culture (2-3 hours each) Thermal suite access - Nordic-inspired wellness area with sauna, steam room, cold plunge, therapy pool, and heated loungers 24-hour room service - Continental and hot breakfast options, plus lunch/dinner items like steak, pasta, and sandwiches Basic WiFi throughout ship 📶 - Sufficient for email and social media in cabins and public areas Self-service laundry facilities - Free washing machines, dryers, detergent, and ironing facilities on most decks Beer & wine with meals 🍷 - Complimentary alcoholic beverages served at lunch and dinner in all dining venues Multiple dining venues - The Restaurant main dining, World Cafe buffet with sushi bar, Aquavit Terrace, Mamsen's Norwegian deli Chef's Table experience - 5-course tasting menu with wine pairings included, changes every few days Wintergarden afternoon tea ☕ - Daily tea service with snacks and light bites in elegant setting Pools, gym & activities - Heated main pool, infinity pool, fitness center, enrichment lectures, planetarium on select ships ❌ WHAT COSTS EXTRA: Premium cocktails & spirits 🍹 - Individual drinks $8-15 or Silver Spirits package $27/day (very reasonable compared to other lines) Additional shore excursions - Enhanced tours like food/wine experiences, exclusive museum access, cultural performances Spa treatments 💆‍♀️ - Massages, facials, hair services, and manicures available for booking pre-cruise or onboard Daily gratuities - $17 per person automatically added (can be prepaid or adjusted onboard) 🤔 IS VIKING WORTH IT? When you compare inclusions versus other cruise lines, many travelers find Viking ocean cruises offer exceptional value. Viking's focus on destinations over flashy amenities makes them unique in the cruise industry. What’s Included on a Viking Ocean Cruise 0:00 Viking Ocean Cruises Inclusions 0:25 Suite Accommodations 11:10 Food and Dining 2:05 Alternative Restaurants 3:20 Beverages 4:25 Onboard Amenities and Activities 5:20 Nightly Entertainment 6:03 Shore Excursions 7:05 Basic WiFi 7:40 Thermal Suite 8:25 Room Service 9:15 Self-Service Laundry 9:45 What’s Not Included on Viking Ocean Cruises 9:55 Alcoholic Beverages 10:40 Optional Shore Excursions 11:10 Spa Treatments 11:30 Daily Gratuities 12:15 Send Away Laundry 12:35 Fitness Classes 12:45 Shopping 13:05 Onboard Classes LEARN MORE ABOUT WHAT'S INCLUDED WITH VIKING OCEAN CRUISES ON THE BLOG! https://eatsleepcruise.com/what-is-included-on-viking-ocean-cruises/ #VikingOceanCruise #VikingOceanCruises #CruiseTips #LuxuryCruise #CruisePlanning #WhatIsIncluded #CruiseBudget #CruiseValue #VikingCruise #CruiseReview #CruiseAdvice #TravelTips #CruiseVacation #EatSleepCruise #CruiseDeals #SpecialtyDining #ShoreExcursions #ThermalSuite #CruiseInclusions #CruiseExtras ----TRENDING VIDEOS FROM EAT SLEEP CRUISE------ Best Cruises for Couples: What's Included in Virgin Voyages: https://youtu.be/fenNj5GmLdM What Nobody Tells You About Alaska Cruises: https://youtu.be/hbU3iTxW5Jw The Cruise Rip-offs Cruisers Never Pay For On a Cruise: https://youtu.be/cjbKOLTVStQ The Real Costs of a Royal Caribbean Cruise: https://youtu.be/2RcpjhOMLuc Join us on Social Media as we “Sea the World, One Port at a Time.” Instagram: https://instagram.com/EatSleepCruise Facebook: https://facebook.com/EatSleepCruise Twitter: https://twitter.com/EatSleepCruise TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCEWq5SMTt-0nSCQZLMhoFHA Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/EatSleepCruise Royalty-Free Music Courtesy: https://www.epidemicsound.com
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