Viking today announced six new itineraries in Asia that will expand its guests' exclusive access to Japan and China, with Tibet (Xizang) coming in 2025.

The new voyages range from 15 to 22 days and explore iconic Chinese destinations, including Shanghai, Beijing, Xi'an, and Lhasa in Tibet (Xizang), as well as Osaka, Japan. The itineraries will continue to highlight rarely seen destinations and ports in China accessible only to Viking. Each voyage will offer guests immersive destination-focused experiences, insightful lectures, and regionally inspired cuisine.
The new itineraries will take place between September 2025 and November 2025 aboard the Viking Yi Dun - formerly the Viking Sun.
"We are proud to launch our second season of these unique itineraries, which include exploring the coast of China—something totally exclusive to Viking," said Torstein Hagen, President and CEO of Viking.
New trips to Asia in 2025:
– NEW Jewels of Japan and China (15 days; Beijing to Tokyo)
– NEW Classic Discovery of China (20 days; from Hong Kong to Beijing)
– NEW Pearls of Japan and China (22 days; from Tokyo to Beijing)
– NEW Gems of China and Japan (22 days; Beijing round trip)
– NEW 2025 Wonders of China (22 days; Beijing round trip)
– NEW 2025 Best of China (22 days; Hong Kong to Beijing)
For an additional immersion in Asia, Viking also offers a variety of pre- and post-land extensions for its 2025 China itineraries, including Beijing, Hong Kong, Hong Kong and Guilin, Spirit of Mongolia, and Tokyo.
The Viking Yi Dun,
dedicated specifically to exploring destinations in China, with an onboard experience that complements guests' discoveries on land, has a gross tonnage of 47,800 tons, with 465 cabins accommodating 930 guests; the ship features all veranda cabins, Scandinavian design, light-filled public spaces, and abundant al fresco dining options.
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