What is included in the cruise fare?

Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.

How far in advance should I book this cruise?

For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Viking Orion.

What documents do I need to board?

Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Sydney, Australia may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.

Can I change or cancel my booking?

Change and cancellation policies depend on Viking's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.

What is a 28-night cruise like?

A 28-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Viking Orion. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Viking Orion 28-night Sydney to Bangkok (Laem Chabang from Sydney, Australia, Mar 8, 2027

Viking · Viking Orion · Mar 08, 2027 – Apr 05, 2027

Visit Sydney, Australia, Newcastle, NSW, Sail the Australian Coast, Brisbane, Australia, Whitsunday Islands (Airlie Beach), Australia and 15 more ports

Departure Sydney, Australia

Return Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand

Duration 28 Nights

From $15598 pp

Itinerary

Day 1

Sydney, Australia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 2

Newcastle, NSW Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 3

Sail the Australian Coast Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 4

Brisbane, Australia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 5

Sail the Australian Coast Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Whitsunday Islands (Airlie Beach), Australia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 7

Townsville, Australia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 8

Cairns, Australia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 9

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 10

Thursday Island, Australia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 11

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 12

Darwin, Australia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 13

Darwin, Australia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 14

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 15

Komodo (Rinca), Indonesia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 16

Lombok Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 17

Bali (Benoa), Indonesia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 18

Bali (Benoa), Indonesia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 19

Java (Surabaya), Indonesia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 20

Java (Semarang), Indonesia Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 21

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 22

Singapore, Singapore Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 23

Singapore, Singapore Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 24

Port Klang, Kuala lumpur Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 25

Scenic Sailing: Strait of Malacca Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 26

Scenic Sailing: Gulf of Thailand Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 27

Koh Samui (Nathon), Thailand Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 28

Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 29

Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Cabin Prices

Prices as of 2026-10-19.

Prices per person, based on double occupancy in USD.

Balcony $15598

Suite $29998

Ports of Call

Sydney, Australia
Newcastle, NSW
Sail the Australian Coast
Brisbane, Australia
Whitsunday Islands (Airlie Beach), Australia
Townsville, Australia
Cairns, Australia
Thursday Island, Australia
Darwin, Australia
Komodo (Rinca), Indonesia
Lombok
Bali (Benoa), Indonesia
Java (Surabaya), Indonesia
Java (Semarang), Indonesia
Singapore, Singapore
Port Klang, Kuala lumpur
Scenic Sailing: Strait of Malacca
Scenic Sailing: Gulf of Thailand
Koh Samui (Nathon), Thailand
Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand

About This Cruise

28-night Viking Viking Orion cruise from Sydney, Australia to Newcastle, NSW, Sail the Australian Coast, Brisbane, Australia and Whitsunday Islands…

Cruise Line Viking

Ship Viking Orion

Frequently asked questions

What is included in the cruise fare?: Standard cruise fares include your cabin, onboard meals at main dining venues, most non-specialty entertainment, use of pools and common facilities, and transport between ports of call. Gratuities, specialty dining, alcoholic drinks, shore excursions and onboard spa services are typically billed separately.
How far in advance should I book this cruise?: For popular sailings, booking 6–12 months ahead typically gives the best cabin selection and fares. Last-minute discounts can appear 30–60 days before departure when the cruise line wants to fill remaining cabins on Viking Orion.
What documents do I need to board?: Most international itineraries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. Closed-loop sailings that depart and return to the same U.S. port from Sydney, Australia may accept a government-issued photo ID plus a certified birth certificate for U.S. citizens — always verify with the cruise line.
Can I change or cancel my booking?: Change and cancellation policies depend on Viking's fare type and how close you are to departure. Refundable deposits typically allow changes up to the final-payment date without penalty; closer to sailing, cancellation fees scale up. Review the specific fare rules before booking.
What is a 28-night cruise like?: A 28-night cruise balances relaxing sea days with active port days. You can expect a mix of onboard programming — dining, entertainment, spa and fitness — and multiple shore excursions from Viking Orion. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.