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Viking Astrea August 23-September 6 2028 Cruise & Offers | Viking Cruises

Bergen, Norway to London (Tilbury), England

Voyage OAS280823Dates August 23–September 6, 2028Duration 15 daysShip Viking Astrea

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Viking Astrea British Isles Explorer August 23–September 6, 2028 voyage OAS280823 official itinerary map
Official published itinerary mapBritish Isles Explorer aboard Viking Astrea · Voyage OAS280823

August 23–September 6, 2028 · Voyage OAS280823

Ports & shore experiences

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Days 1–2 · August 23–24, 2028Bergen, NorwayOvernight · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Bergen, Norway

Bergen spreads between seven mountains and a busy harbor, serving as a historic gateway to Norway’s fjord country. The colorful wooden warehouses of Bryggen recall centuries of Hanseatic trade, while the fish market and hillside neighborhoods reward leisurely exploration. A funicular ascent offers broad views across the city, islands and surrounding waterways.

Published dates
August 23–24, 2028
Itinerary days
Days 1–2
Call type
Overnight
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 3 · August 25, 2028Shetland Islands (Lerwick), ScotlandScheduled call · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Shetland Islands (Lerwick), Scotland

Lerwick is Shetland’s welcoming capital, built around a natural harbor with stone lanes, waterfront lodberries and a strong seafaring identity. Museums illuminate island archaeology and culture, while journeys outside town reveal treeless moorland, cliffs and wildlife-rich shores. Norse and Scottish influences combine in a community shaped by the North Atlantic.

Published dates
August 25, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 3
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 4 · August 26, 2028Aberdeen, ScotlandScheduled call · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Aberdeen, Scotland

Aberdeen pairs a handsome granite cityscape with Scotland’s dramatic northeast coast. Travelers can appreciate maritime heritage around the harbor, independent shops and galleries, and green spaces such as Duthie Park. The surrounding region is known for coastal villages, whisky country and turreted castles, giving a call here both urban character and broader Highland appeal.

Published dates
August 26, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 4
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 5 · August 27, 2028Edinburgh (New Haven Harbour), ScotlandScheduled call · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Edinburgh (New Haven Harbour), Scotland

Newhaven Harbour is a historic fishing port on Edinburgh’s northern waterfront, close to Leith and the Firth of Forth. Central Edinburgh rises inland around the castle, Royal Mile, and Georgian New Town. The paired location allows city access while retaining its own maritime identity, with local transport time shaping the day.

Published dates
August 27, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 5
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 6 · August 28, 2028Orkney Islands (Kirkwall), ScotlandScheduled call · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Orkney Islands (Kirkwall), Scotland

Kirkwall is Orkney’s compact capital, anchored by the red sandstone St Magnus Cathedral and a harbor shaped by northern trade. Beyond town, remarkably preserved prehistoric sites, windswept fields and broad sea views reveal thousands of years of settlement. Norse heritage and island traditions remain central to the archipelago’s distinctive identity.

Published dates
August 28, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 6
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 7 · August 29, 2028The Highlands (Ullapool), ScotlandScheduled call · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About The Highlands (Ullapool), Scotland

Ullapool is a whitewashed fishing village on Loch Broom and a gateway to Scotland’s northwestern Highlands. Its harbor, small museum, galleries, and music culture sit within a vast landscape of ancient mountains, sea lochs, moorland, and scattered crofting communities. Weather and distance strongly shape travel through this sparsely populated region.

Published dates
August 29, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 7
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 8 · August 30, 2028Belfast, Northern IrelandScheduled call · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Belfast, Northern Ireland

Belfast has transformed its shipbuilding heritage into a confident cultural capital. Titanic Belfast stands beside the historic slipways where the liner was built, while City Hall, St George’s Market and the Cathedral Quarter reveal Victorian architecture and contemporary creativity. Beyond the center, murals and museums provide context for Northern Ireland’s complex modern history.

Published dates
August 30, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 8
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 9 · August 31, 2028Liverpool, EnglandScheduled call · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Liverpool, England

Liverpool’s identity was forged by its Mersey docks, global trade and remarkable musical culture. The waterfront’s Royal Albert Dock houses museums and galleries, while the city center reveals grand civic architecture and two contrasting cathedrals. Beatles landmarks, energetic neighborhoods and a proud football tradition add contemporary personality to this influential northern English port.

Published dates
August 31, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 9
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 10 · September 1, 2028Holyhead, WalesScheduled call · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Holyhead, Wales

Holyhead is a ferry and cruise port on Holy Island, linked to the larger Welsh island of Anglesey. Coastal cliffs, ancient sites and small communities define the local landscape, while longer routes may reach castles or the mountains of North Wales. Weather and road distances should guide the scope of a visit.

Published dates
September 1, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 10
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 11 · September 2, 2028Dublin (Dún Laoghaire), IrelandScheduled call · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Dublin (Dún Laoghaire), Ireland

Dún Laoghaire is a coastal harbor south of Dublin, shaped by granite piers, maritime history, and views across Dublin Bay. Dublin’s Georgian squares, museums, literary landmarks, and lively streets lie inland. Rail and road connect the two, but transfer time should be considered when balancing harbor walks with Ireland’s capital.

Published dates
September 2, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 11
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 12 · September 3, 2028Scenic Sailing: English ChannelNamed scenic sailing · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Scenic Sailing: English Channel

English Channel is a named scenic passage, experienced from the vessel rather than as a visit ashore. The surrounding water, coast, islands, or riverbanks provide visual context as the route unfolds. Visibility, exact course, and timing can vary with weather, water levels, traffic, and operational conditions, so no fixed viewpoint or shore activity is implied.

Published dates
September 3, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 12
Call type
Named scenic sailing
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Day 13 · September 4, 2028Dover, EnglandScheduled call · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About Dover, England

Dover is England’s historic gateway across the Channel, instantly recognized by its white chalk cliffs. Dover Castle dominates the heights, combining medieval fortifications with wartime tunnels overlooking the harbor. The port also provides access to Kent’s cathedral city of Canterbury and serves as a maritime starting point for journeys toward London.

Published dates
September 4, 2028
Itinerary days
Day 13
Call type
Scheduled call
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Days 14–15 · September 5–6, 2028London (Tilbury), EnglandOvernight · Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia

About London (Tilbury), England

Tilbury is a working Thames port east of central London, with maritime history connected to the river and nearby Tilbury Fort. London’s museums, royal landmarks, markets, and distinctive neighborhoods lie farther inland. The distance between port and city, traffic, opening hours, and the available call time should shape a realistic, geographically focused plan.

Published dates
September 5–6, 2028
Itinerary days
Days 14–15
Call type
Overnight
Published route region
Europe · British Isles & Ireland · Scandinavia
Port times
Not published for this exact sailing

Shore-experience planning

Viking's public exact-sailing response does not verify a departure-specific shore-experience roster for voyage OAS280823. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.

Viking's public exact-sailing response publishes the dated sequence but no port times or exact-departure shore-experience roster. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the latest operational information without sending you to an external cruise-line booking page.

A closer look at this sailing

British Isles Explorer aboard Viking Astrea

On August 23–September 6, 2028, Viking Astrea operates Viking voyage OAS280823 from Bergen, Norway to London (Tilbury), England. The published 15-day journey, British Isles Explorer, includes Bergen, Norway, Shetland Islands (Lerwick), Scotland, Aberdeen, Scotland, Edinburgh (New Haven Harbour), Scotland, Orkney Islands (Kirkwall), Scotland, The Highlands (Ullapool), Scotland, Belfast, Northern Ireland, Liverpool, England.

Port calls and their order reflect Viking's public itinerary at the time of collection. Public arrival and departure times were not supplied, so none have been invented here.

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Viking Astrea | Voyage OAS280823 | August 23-September 6, 2028 | 15 days Bergen, Norway to London (Tilbury), England
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Viking Astrea August 23-September 6 2028: is Voyage OAS280823 right for you?

This 15-day voyage aboard Viking Astrea sails Bergen, Norway to London (Tilbury), England, with calls including Shetland Islands (Lerwick), Aberdeen, Edinburgh (New Haven Harbour), and Orkney Islands (Kirkwall). Voyage OAS280823 matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure. Viking Astrea is described as future; published specifications, facilities, and delivery timing remain planned and subject to change.

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Questions travelers ask

What is the voyage number for this Viking Astrea sailing?

The official voyage number is OAS280823.

Does Viking publish arrival and departure times for this sailing?

Viking's public itinerary does not publish port arrival and departure times for this sailing. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm current documents before travel.

How do I request pricing for this itinerary?

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What is included and not included on Viking Astrea Voyage OAS280823?

For the August 23-September 6, 2028 Bergen, Norway to London (Tilbury), England sailing aboard Viking Astrea: Published Viking Ocean benefits include all-veranda accommodation, one complimentary shore excursion in every port, Wi-Fi, meals, beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, specialty coffee, tea and water, port taxes, enrichment, alternative dining without a cover charge, Nordic Spa access, self-service laundry and 24-hour room service. Optional tours, beverage packages and personal services follow the exact booking. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Viking Astrea Voyage OAS280823?

For the August 23-September 6, 2028 Bergen, Norway to London (Tilbury), England sailing aboard Viking Astrea: Viking requires every guest to be at least 18 years old, so no child bed applies. The published primary bed is a king Viking Explorer Bed. A third-adult sleeping surface is not safely verified for every category and is not inferred from a sofa or photograph. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Viking Astrea Voyage OAS280823, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the August 23-September 6, 2028 Bergen, Norway to London (Tilbury), England sailing aboard Viking Astrea: One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call is included under Viking's current Ocean program. Optional tours, capacity, local conditions, participant rules and the exact itinerary still control. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Viking Astrea for Voyage OAS280823?

For the August 23-September 6, 2028 Bergen, Norway to London (Tilbury), England sailing aboard Viking Astrea: Wi-Fi is published as included aboard this Viking Ocean ship, subject to satellite coverage, device rules and the exact booking. Speed and uninterrupted performance are not guaranteed. The exact booking confirmation controls.

Why book Viking Astrea Voyage OAS280823 with Deluxe Cruises?

Deluxe Cruises provides personal planning for Voyage OAS280823, including accommodation and deck-location comparisons, current availability and preferred-rate guidance, and help documenting family, medical, dietary, or accessibility requests before departure.

What should travelers compare for Voyage OAS280823?

For the August 23-September 6 2028 Bergen, Norway to London (Tilbury), England, compare the published schedule, accommodation category and location, included services, current availability, and any special requirements before you reserve.

How do I request a personalized luxury cruise quote?

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What are Viking Astrea's verified headline statistics?
2027Year built
Ocean · larger all-veranda classPublished ship family
998Guests

Future-ship status: future. These published specifications are planned and must be reconfirmed before the ship enters service.

What clothes should I bring for this August itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this August cool-weather itinerary

  • Pack breathable layers, a warm mid-layer, and a wind- and water-resistant jacket for changing temperatures ashore and on deck.
  • Bring supportive non-slip walking shoes for piers, uneven paths, and longer touring days, plus a compact day bag and rain protection.
  • Add sun protection and binoculars where scenery or wildlife viewing is central; use the final forecast and operator documents to refine the list.

Viking dress guidance

  • Viking has no formal nights across its ocean, river and expedition products.
  • Ocean products use casual daytime clothing and Elegant Casual dress in evening dining and performance spaces; jackets and ties are optional, while the World Cafe remains casual.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Viking Astrea?
  • Ocean ships publish all-veranda accommodations, Wi-Fi, alternative dining without a cover charge, and beer and wine with lunch and dinner; spa and laundry facilities are ship-specific.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Viking Astrea have?
  • Ocean ships publish a fitness center, Nordic Spa, pools and outdoor walking space.

Class schedules, age rules, treatment access, operating hours, and equipment availability are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Viking Astrea guests expect?
  • Ocean ships publish accommodations with private verandas. Exact room size, bath, occupancy, accessibility and included category benefits must come from the selected ship and category.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage OAS280823 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Viking Astrea?
  • Viking requires every guest to be at least 18 years old on embarkation day across river, ocean and expedition voyages; the product is not designed with services or facilities for children.
  • Viking cannot accommodate a guest past the 24th week of pregnancy. Notify Viking promptly and confirm whether a Fit-to-Travel letter or other current documentation is required.

For Voyage OAS280823: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Viking Astrea handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Discuss mobility, medical, communication and accommodation needs before booking and complete Viking's current accessibility documentation so the ship, itinerary and excursions can be assessed.
  • A mobility device normally must meet Viking's published size and storage limits, and the guest is responsible for required equipment and personal care. Ports, aircraft, motorcoaches, gangways, steps and shore facilities can prevent access.
  • Onboard and shoreside medical access may be limited or delayed, and Viking does not provide specialized continuing care. Bring adequate medication and equipment and disclose needs before travel.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Viking Astrea?
  • Viking ships are non-smoking except in designated outdoor areas. Smoking and electronic cigarettes are prohibited in staterooms, verandas and indoor public spaces.
  • Exact smoking locations and shore restrictions differ by ship and waterway; follow onboard signs and instructions.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Viking Astrea Voyage OAS280823?

For flights to Bergen, Norway before this Viking Astrea cruise and home from London (Tilbury), England after Voyage OAS280823, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

Where can I review cruise travel insurance information?

Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

How do I create a My Viking Journey account and connect Viking Astrea Voyage OAS280823 after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Viking Astrea Voyage OAS280823, use Viking's booking number from the cruise-line confirmation—not a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference. Viking states that a booked guest with a Viking booking number can create My Viking Journey.

  1. Step 1 — Open My Viking Journey: Choose My Viking Journey from Viking's official website. Sign in if the guest already has an account, or select Create Account.
  2. Step 2 — Verify the email: Begin with the preferred email address, retrieve the verification code Viking sends, and enter that code when prompted.
  3. Step 3 — Create and match the account: Enter Viking's booking number, the guest's last name exactly as shown on the passport and reservation, the preferred email, and a password that meets Viking's displayed rules. Follow the remaining prompts.
  4. Step 4 — Open the voyage: Find Viking Astrea Voyage OAS280823 in My Viking Journey and complete the Guest Information Form and any required preferences or documents.
  5. Step 5 — Add or manage bookings: From the account welcome area, add another Viking booking number when needed. Review the booking, documents, excursions, dining, spa, payments, preferences, and flight information currently available for the voyage.

If Viking Astrea Voyage OAS280823 does not appear, recheck Viking's booking number and the guest identity and email. Use the official password-recovery process for an existing account, then contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can verify the Viking booking record.

My Viking Journey services open according to Viking's schedule and the booking stage. Deluxe Cruises remains your travel advisor for reservation changes and assistance. Keep your password private.

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