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Viking Venus November 23-December 9 2028 Cruise & Offers | Viking Cruises
Bali (Benoa), Indonesia to Sydney, Australia
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November 23–December 9, 2028 · Voyage OVE281123
Ports & shore experiences
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Day 1 · November 23, 2028Bali (Benoa), Indonesia
About Bali (Benoa), Indonesia
Benoa is a port on Bali’s southern peninsula, near beaches, temples, and resort districts. Farther inland, Ubud, rice terraces, and craft villages reveal different aspects of Balinese culture, while volcanic highlands require longer travel. The island’s traffic and varied geography make distance an important part of choosing a focused day.
- Published dates
- November 23, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 1
- Call type
- Scheduled call
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 2 · November 24, 2028Lombok, Indonesia
About Lombok, Indonesia
Lombok lies east of Bali, shaped by Sasak culture, farming villages, and the volcanic mass of Mount Rinjani. Rice fields and forested slopes descend toward bays, reefs, and pale beaches, while weaving and pottery remain important local crafts. The island’s quieter landscapes have a character distinct from its better-known neighbor.
- Published dates
- November 24, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 2
- Call type
- Scheduled call
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 3 · November 25, 2028Komodo National Park (Rinca), Indonesia
About Komodo National Park (Rinca), Indonesia
Rinca is one of the principal islands within UNESCO-listed Komodo National Park. Dry savanna, mangroves, rugged hills, and surrounding coral waters support a striking range of life, including the endemic Komodo dragon. The landscape is a protected wild habitat, and its reptiles require distance, caution, and supervision by trained park personnel.
- Published dates
- November 25, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 3
- Call type
- Scheduled call
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 4 · November 26, 2028Sail the Timor Sea
About Sail the Timor Sea
The passage across the Timor Sea is an at-sea period connecting destinations along the route. The day centers on navigation and views from the vessel rather than a scheduled shore visit. Weather, sea conditions, traffic, and operational needs can influence the exact course and visibility, so no particular coastal view, sighting, or activity is guaranteed.
- Published dates
- November 26, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 4
- Call type
- Sea day
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Days 5–6 · November 27–28, 2028Darwin, Australia
About Darwin, Australia
Darwin is Australia’s tropical northern capital, shaped by Aboriginal cultures, Asian connections, wartime history and repeated rebuilding after cyclones. Waterfront areas, museums and markets introduce the city, while wetlands and national parks require longer journeys. Heat, humidity and seasonal conditions strongly influence the pace and range of exploration.
- Published dates
- November 27–28, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Days 5–6
- Call type
- Overnight
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 7 · November 29, 2028Sail the Arafura Sea
About Sail the Arafura Sea
The passage across the Arafura Sea is an at-sea period connecting destinations along the route. The day centers on navigation and views from the vessel rather than a scheduled shore visit. Weather, sea conditions, traffic, and operational needs can influence the exact course and visibility, so no particular coastal view, sighting, or activity is guaranteed.
- Published dates
- November 29, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 7
- Call type
- Sea day
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 8 · November 30, 2028Thursday Island, Australia
About Thursday Island, Australia
Thursday Island, traditionally known as Waibene, is the administrative center of the Torres Strait between northern Queensland and Papua New Guinea. Green Hill Fort, cemeteries, churches, and local museums interpret defense and pearling history. Torres Strait Islander art, seafaring knowledge, and multicultural heritage remain central to the island’s identity.
- Published dates
- November 30, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 8
- Call type
- Scheduled call
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Days 9, 13 · December 1, 2028 · December 5, 2028Sail the Coral Sea
About Sail the Coral Sea
The passage across the Coral Sea is an at-sea period connecting destinations along the route. The day centers on navigation and views from the vessel rather than a scheduled shore visit. Weather, sea conditions, traffic, and operational needs can influence the exact course and visibility, so no particular coastal view, sighting, or activity is guaranteed.
- Published dates
- December 1, 2028 · December 5, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Days 9, 13
- Call type
- Repeated sea days
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 10 · December 2, 2028Cairns, Australia
About Cairns, Australia
Cairns is a tropical North Queensland gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the rainforest-clad Atherton Tablelands. The city’s waterfront esplanade, markets and gardens offer easy local exploration, while major natural attractions require organized travel. Weather, sea state and transfer times are essential considerations when choosing how far to venture.
- Published dates
- December 2, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 10
- Call type
- Scheduled call
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 11 · December 3, 2028Townsville, Australia
About Townsville, Australia
Townsville is a tropical North Queensland city facing Magnetic Island and the Coral Sea. The Strand waterfront, museums and Castle Hill provide local perspectives, while reef, island or outback experiences require more travel. Heat, seasonal weather, sea conditions and transfer time should guide choices beyond the urban shoreline.
- Published dates
- December 3, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 11
- Call type
- Scheduled call
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 12 · December 4, 2028Whitsunday Islands, Australia
About Whitsunday Islands, Australia
The Whitsunday Islands form a tropical archipelago off Queensland within the Great Barrier Reef region. Most of the 74 islands are protected, with forested slopes, coral-fringed bays, and bright beaches. Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet are signature landscapes, while changing tides, weather, and marine conditions continually reshape the experience.
- Published dates
- December 4, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 12
- Call type
- Scheduled call
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 14 · December 6, 2028Brisbane, Australia
About Brisbane, Australia
Brisbane follows a broad river through subtropical Queensland, combining contemporary architecture, parklands and an energetic cultural district. South Bank, riverside walks and local galleries provide a city-focused visit, while wildlife centers or coastal destinations require more travel. The cruise terminal’s location makes transfer time an important part of planning.
- Published dates
- December 6, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 14
- Call type
- Scheduled call
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 15 · December 7, 2028Sail the Australian Coast
About Sail the Australian Coast
The passage across the Australian Coast is an at-sea period connecting destinations along the route. The day centers on navigation and views from the vessel rather than a scheduled shore visit. Weather, sea conditions, traffic, and operational needs can influence the exact course and visibility, so no particular coastal view, sighting, or activity is guaranteed.
- Published dates
- December 7, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 15
- Call type
- Sea day
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 16 · December 8, 2028Newcastle, Australia
About Newcastle, Australia
Newcastle stands where the Hunter River reaches the Pacific in New South Wales. Once defined chiefly by coal shipping and heavy industry, it now pairs a working port with beaches, coastal walks, galleries, and restored civic buildings. Convict history and nearby Hunter Valley vineyards broaden the region’s story beyond the waterfront.
- Published dates
- December 8, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 16
- Call type
- Scheduled call
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. Deluxe Cruises can help confirm the available included and optional program for this sailing when Viking publishes it.
Day 17 · December 9, 2028Sydney, Australia
About Sydney, Australia
Sydney’s magnificent natural harbor frames the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and a city of diverse neighborhoods, museums, gardens and beaches. Some cruise berths place major landmarks within easy reach, while others require transfers. Traffic, terminal location and the city’s scale reward a focused plan for the available time.
- Published dates
- December 9, 2028
- Itinerary days
- Day 17
- Call type
- Scheduled call
- Published route region
- Australia & New Zealand · Asia
- 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 OVE281123. 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
Komodo & the Australian Coast aboard Viking Venus
On November 23–December 9, 2028, Viking Venus operates Viking voyage OVE281123 from Bali (Benoa), Indonesia to Sydney, Australia. The published 17-day journey, Komodo & the Australian Coast, includes Bali (Benoa), Indonesia, Lombok, Indonesia, Komodo National Park (Rinca), Indonesia, Sail the Timor Sea, Darwin, Australia, Sail the Arafura Sea, Thursday Island, Australia, Sail the Coral Sea. Deluxe Cruises can compare accommodation choices and current eligible offers for this exact departure.
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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What is the voyage number for this Viking Venus sailing?
The official voyage number is OVE281123.
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