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 Venus.

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 Hong Kong, China 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 36-night cruise like?

A 36-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 Venus. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.

Viking Venus 36-night Far East & Alaska - Hong Kong to Vancouver from Hong Kong, China, Apr 25, 2027

Viking · Viking Venus · Apr 25, 2027 – May 30, 2027

Visit Hong Kong, China, Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Nagasaki, Japan, Kagoshima,Japan, Beppu, Japan and 19 more ports

Departure Hong Kong, China

Return Vancouver, Canada

Duration 36 Nights

Itinerary

Day 1

Hong Kong, China Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 2

Hong Kong, China Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 11:00 PM
Day 3

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 4

Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 5

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 6

Nagasaki, Japan Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 7

Kagoshima,Japan Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 8

Beppu, Japan Arrives 9:30 AM · Departs 10:00 PM
Day 9

Hiroshima, Japan Arrives 12:00 PM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 10

Hiroshima, Japan Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 PM
Day 11

Osaka, Japan Arrives 9:00 AM · Departs 8:00 PM
Day 12

Shimizu, Japan Arrives 6:00 PM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 13

Shimizu, Japan Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 14

Tokyo, Japan Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 15

Tokyo, Japan Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 16

Tokyo, Japan Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 7:00 PM
Day 17

Scenic Cruising: Tsugaro Strait Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 18

Sapporo (Otaru), Japan Arrives 6:00 PM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 19

Sapporo (Otaru), Japan Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 20

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 21

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

Sail the Pacific Ocean Arrives 6:00 PM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 23

Sail the Pacific Ocean Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 24

Sail the Pacific Ocean Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 25

Cross the International Date Line Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 26

At Sea Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 27

Scenic Cruising: Gulf of Alaska Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 28

Kodiak, United States Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 29

Homer, Alaska Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 30

Seward, United States Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 31

Valdez, United States Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 32

Scenic Sailing: Hubbard Glacier, Alaska Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 33

Scenic Sailing: Glacier Bay Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
Day 34

Sitka, United States Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
Day 35

Ketchikan, United States Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 2:00 PM
Day 36

Scenic Sailing: The Inside Passage Arrives 12:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM
Day 37

Vancouver, Canada Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 12:00 AM

Ports of Call

Hong Kong, China
Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan
Nagasaki, Japan
Kagoshima,Japan
Beppu, Japan
Hiroshima, Japan
Osaka, Japan
Shimizu, Japan
Tokyo, Japan
Scenic Cruising: Tsugaro Strait
Sapporo (Otaru), Japan
Sail the Pacific Ocean
Cross the International Date Line
Scenic Cruising: Gulf of Alaska
Kodiak, United States
Homer, Alaska
Seward, United States
Valdez, United States
Scenic Sailing: Hubbard Glacier, Alaska
Scenic Sailing: Glacier Bay
Sitka, United States
Ketchikan, United States
Scenic Sailing: The Inside Passage
Vancouver, Canada

About This Cruise

36-night Viking Viking Venus cruise from Hong Kong, China to Taipei (Keelung), Taiwan, Nagasaki, Japan, Kagoshima,Japan and Beppu, Japan Compare…

Cruise Line Viking

Ship Viking Venus

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 Venus.
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 Hong Kong, China 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 36-night cruise like?: A 36-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 Venus. Pack for both formal nights and casual deck days.