Port Notes · Viking Octantis · Arctic To Antarctic Explorer

Day 1 detail — Thu Sep 9, 2027

Embarkation day

Weather

⛅ 45° / 37° · 37% rain

Humidity: 82%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:32 AM / 9:14 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Danish krone (DKK) in towns; cards limited outside Nuuk. USD sometimes accepted in tourist spots — prefer DKK/card where possible.
Tipping: Not generally expected; small tips for guides appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Capital town center is walkable; local taxis operate in Nuuk. No Uber.
Time zone: Greenland Time
Language: Greenlandic and Danish; English in tourism.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/greenland
U.S. mission — U.S. citizens: U.S. Embassy Copenhagen covers Greenland (dk.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Ship medical / expedition team in remote areas · Police 112 in towns

Day 2 detail — Fri Sep 10, 2027

Depart 5:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 45° / 37° · 33% rain

Humidity: 80%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:35 AM / 9:10 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Danish krone (DKK) in towns; cards limited outside Nuuk. USD sometimes accepted in tourist spots — prefer DKK/card where possible.
Tipping: Not generally expected; small tips for guides appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Capital town center is walkable; local taxis operate in Nuuk. No Uber.
Time zone: Greenland Time
Language: Greenlandic and Danish; English in tourism.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/greenland
U.S. mission — U.S. citizens: U.S. Embassy Copenhagen covers Greenland (dk.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Ship medical / expedition team in remote areas · Police 112 in towns

Day 3 detail — Sat Sep 11, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 9:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 43° / 35° · 31% rain

Humidity: 77%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:39 AM / 9:19 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Danish krone (DKK) in towns; cards limited outside Nuuk. USD sometimes accepted in tourist spots — prefer DKK/card where possible.
Tipping: Not generally expected; small tips for guides appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Fjords / expedition area — Zodiac only. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Greenland Time
Language: Greenlandic and Danish; English in tourism.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/greenland
U.S. mission — U.S. citizens: U.S. Embassy Copenhagen covers Greenland (dk.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Ship medical / expedition team in remote areas · Police 112 in towns

Day 4 detail — Sun Sep 12, 2027

Arrive 9:00 AM · Depart 5:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 41° / 32° · 33% rain

Humidity: 73%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:26 AM / 9:12 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Danish krone (DKK) in towns; cards limited outside Nuuk. USD sometimes accepted in tourist spots — prefer DKK/card where possible.
Tipping: Not generally expected; small tips for guides appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Town center walkable. Local taxis may operate; no Uber. Expedition/scenic time often uses Zodiacs.
Time zone: Greenland Time
Language: Greenlandic and Danish; English in tourism.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/greenland
U.S. mission — U.S. citizens: U.S. Embassy Copenhagen covers Greenland (dk.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Ship medical / expedition team in remote areas · Police 112 in towns

Day 5 detail — Mon Sep 13, 2027

Arrive 10:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

☀️ 34° / 30° · 19% rain

Humidity: 77%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:30 AM / 9:15 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Danish krone (DKK) in towns; cards limited outside Nuuk. USD sometimes accepted in tourist spots — prefer DKK/card where possible.
Tipping: Not generally expected; small tips for guides appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Small town; walkable. Local transport limited; no ride-hailing apps. Zodiacs for expedition landings.
Time zone: Greenland Time
Language: Greenlandic and Danish; English in tourism.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/greenland
U.S. mission — U.S. citizens: U.S. Embassy Copenhagen covers Greenland (dk.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Ship medical / expedition team in remote areas · Police 112 in towns

Day 6 detail — Tue Sep 14, 2027

Sail Baffin Bay

Weather

⛅ 37° / 35° · 37% rain

Humidity: 80%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 5:23 AM / 7:04 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Day 7 detail — Wed Sep 15, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 35° / 27° · 30% rain

Humidity: 79%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:17 AM / 7:54 PM
Moon: Full moon

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Hamlet is compact and walkable. Local taxis may operate for residents/visitors (Hamlet of Pond Inlet visitor info); no Uber in Nunavut. Cruise calls typically use ship/Zodiac arrangements.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 8 detail — Thu Sep 16, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 7:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 33° / 31° · 37% rain

Humidity: 84%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:46 AM / 8:20 PM
Moon: Full moon

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Expedition landings by Zodiac only — no taxis or ride-hailing ashore. Follow the Viking expedition team.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 9 detail — Fri Sep 17, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 1:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 33° / 30° · 36% rain

Humidity: 83%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:51 AM / 8:14 PM
Moon: Full moon

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Expedition landings by Zodiac only — no taxis or ride-hailing ashore. Follow the Viking expedition team.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 10 detail — Sat Sep 18, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 7:00 AM · Depart 1:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 32° / 30° · 33% rain

Humidity: 83%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:56 AM / 8:08 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Expedition landings by Zodiac only — no taxis or ride-hailing ashore. Follow the Viking expedition team.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 11 detail — Sun Sep 19, 2027

Sail Baffin Bay

Weather

⛅ 27° / 19° · 34% rain

Humidity: 81%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 9:04 AM / 9:54 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Day 12 detail — Mon Sep 20, 2027

Arrive 12:00 PM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 42° / 33° · 23% rain

Humidity: 77%
Sunrise / sunset: 8:09 AM / 8:44 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Danish krone (DKK) in towns; cards limited outside Nuuk. USD sometimes accepted in tourist spots — prefer DKK/card where possible.
Tipping: Not generally expected; small tips for guides appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Town center walkable. Local taxis may operate; no Uber. Confirm with ship for pier distance.
Time zone: Greenland Time
Language: Greenlandic and Danish; English in tourism.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/greenland
U.S. mission — U.S. citizens: U.S. Embassy Copenhagen covers Greenland (dk.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Ship medical / expedition team in remote areas · Police 112 in towns

Day 13 detail — Tue Sep 21, 2027

Arrive 9:00 AM · Depart 8:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 43° / 34° · 24% rain

Humidity: 78%
Sunrise / sunset: 8:06 AM / 8:31 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Danish krone (DKK) in towns; cards limited outside Nuuk. USD sometimes accepted in tourist spots — prefer DKK/card where possible.
Tipping: Not generally expected; small tips for guides appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Capital town center is walkable; local taxis operate in Nuuk. No Uber.
Time zone: Greenland Time
Language: Greenlandic and Danish; English in tourism.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/greenland
U.S. mission — U.S. citizens: U.S. Embassy Copenhagen covers Greenland (dk.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Ship medical / expedition team in remote areas · Police 112 in towns

Day 14 detail — Wed Sep 22, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 45° / 33° · 29% rain

Humidity: 71%
Sunrise / sunset: 8:03 AM / 8:22 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Danish krone (DKK) in towns; cards limited outside Nuuk. USD sometimes accepted in tourist spots — prefer DKK/card where possible.
Tipping: Not generally expected; small tips for guides appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Tiny settlement — walkable. No taxis or ride-hailing. Zodiac landing.
Time zone: Greenland Time
Language: Greenlandic and Danish; English in tourism.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/greenland
U.S. mission — U.S. citizens: U.S. Embassy Copenhagen covers Greenland (dk.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Ship medical / expedition team in remote areas · Police 112 in towns

Day 15 detail — Thu Sep 23, 2027

Arrive 10:00 AM · Depart 7:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 43° / 34° · 33% rain

Humidity: 78%
Sunrise / sunset: 8:04 AM / 8:15 PM
Moon: Last quarter

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Danish krone (DKK) in towns; cards limited outside Nuuk. USD sometimes accepted in tourist spots — prefer DKK/card where possible.
Tipping: Not generally expected; small tips for guides appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Small town; walkable. Local transport limited; no ride-hailing apps.
Time zone: Greenland Time
Language: Greenlandic and Danish; English in tourism.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/greenland
U.S. mission — U.S. citizens: U.S. Embassy Copenhagen covers Greenland (dk.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Ship medical / expedition team in remote areas · Police 112 in towns

Day 16 detail — Fri Sep 24, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 45° / 34° · 34% rain

Humidity: 76%
Sunrise / sunset: 8:01 AM / 8:06 PM
Moon: Last quarter

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Danish krone (DKK) in towns; cards limited outside Nuuk. USD sometimes accepted in tourist spots — prefer DKK/card where possible.
Tipping: Not generally expected; small tips for guides appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Remote landing / historic area — Zodiac access. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Greenland Time
Language: Greenlandic and Danish; English in tourism.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/greenland
U.S. mission — U.S. citizens: U.S. Embassy Copenhagen covers Greenland (dk.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Ship medical / expedition team in remote areas · Police 112 in towns

Day 17 detail — Sat Sep 25, 2027

Sail The Labrador Sea

Weather

🌧️ 47° / 44° · 53% rain

Humidity: 81%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:18 AM / 6:18 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Day 18 detail — Sun Sep 26, 2027

Arrive 8:30 AM · Depart 5:30 PM

Weather

🌧️ 54° / 43° · 53% rain

Humidity: 80%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:34 AM / 6:31 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Battle Island is foot-only (no cars or taxis). Shore time is on foot from the landing; access is by boat from Mary’s Harbour for independent travelers (battleharbour.com).
Time zone: Goose Bay
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 19 detail — Mon Sep 27, 2027

Arrive 7:30 AM · Depart 5:30 PM

Weather

🌧️ 55° / 43° · 44% rain

Humidity: 81%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:39 AM / 6:32 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Small Labrador community and historic site — walkable ashore. No ride-hailing; local transport is limited.
Time zone: Goose Bay
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 20 detail — Tue Sep 28, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 4:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 56° / 44° · 60% rain

Humidity: 83%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:17 AM / 7:06 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Small Newfoundland town; center is walkable. Local taxis may be limited; do not expect Uber.
Time zone: St Johns
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 21 detail — Wed Sep 29, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 2:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 56° / 43° · 40% rain

Humidity: 79%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:11 AM / 5:57 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Small Gulf of St. Lawrence town; walkable near the pier. Local taxis may be limited; do not expect Uber.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 22 detail — Thu Sep 30, 2027

Arrive 11:00 AM · Depart 7:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 57° / 45° · 29% rain

Humidity: 79%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:36 AM / 6:20 PM
Moon: New moon

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Compact village; walkable. Local taxis may be limited seasonally; do not rely on Uber.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 23 detail — Fri Oct 1, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 61° / 45° · 23% rain

Humidity: 78%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:43 AM / 6:24 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis and ride-hailing (Uber where the app shows coverage) in Québec City; Old Québec is walkable.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Dining

Local picks near the port (hours re-check at 30-day refresh).

Chez Boulay — Bistro Boréal — Nordic / Quebec, Old Quebec
Le Clan — Contemporary Quebec, Saint-Roch
SSS — Seafood, Old Port

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 24 detail — Sat Oct 2, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 5:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 62° / 46° · 21% rain

Humidity: 75%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:50 AM / 6:28 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Regional city with local taxis; ride-hailing coverage is limited compared with Montréal/Québec City — check the app.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 25 detail — Sun Oct 3, 2027

Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence Seaway Locks

Weather

⛅ 65° / 48° · 31% rain

Humidity: 76%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 7:04 AM / 6:40 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Day 26 detail — Mon Oct 4, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM

Weather

⛅ 67° / 52° · 36% rain

Humidity: 76%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:18 AM / 6:53 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Good to know

In Ontario, wine, beer, and spirits are sold through the LCBO (and authorized retailers) — not typically in grocery stores as in many U.S. states (lcbo.com).

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: TTC, taxis, and ride-hailing (Uber/Lyft where the app shows coverage) throughout Toronto.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Dining

MICHELIN Guide Toronto lists starred restaurants (verify current stars on guide.michelin.com at refresh).

Alo Michelin ★ — Contemporary, Downtown
Restaurant 20 Victoria Michelin ★ — Contemporary, Downtown
Edulis Michelin ★ — Farm-to-table, King West · Thu–Sat dinner, Sun lunch

Local drinks — Ontario VQA wines (including Niagara Peninsula and icewine styles) are the province’s signature pours.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 27 detail — Tue Oct 5, 2027

Weather

⛅ 66° / 52° · 36% rain

Humidity: 75%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:19 AM / 6:51 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Good to know

In Ontario, wine, beer, and spirits are sold through the LCBO (and authorized retailers) — not typically in grocery stores as in many U.S. states (lcbo.com).

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: TTC, taxis, and ride-hailing (Uber/Lyft where the app shows coverage) throughout Toronto.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Dining

MICHELIN Guide Toronto lists starred restaurants (verify current stars on guide.michelin.com at refresh).

Alo Michelin ★ — Contemporary, Downtown
Restaurant 20 Victoria Michelin ★ — Contemporary, Downtown
Edulis Michelin ★ — Farm-to-table, King West · Thu–Sat dinner, Sun lunch

Local drinks — Ontario VQA wines (including Niagara Peninsula and icewine styles) are the province’s signature pours.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 28 detail — Wed Oct 6, 2027

Depart 2:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 65° / 52° · 33% rain

Humidity: 75%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:20 AM / 6:49 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Good to know

In Ontario, wine, beer, and spirits are sold through the LCBO (and authorized retailers) — not typically in grocery stores as in many U.S. states (lcbo.com).

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: TTC, taxis, and ride-hailing (Uber/Lyft where the app shows coverage) throughout Toronto.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Dining

MICHELIN Guide Toronto lists starred restaurants (verify current stars on guide.michelin.com at refresh).

Alo Michelin ★ — Contemporary, Downtown
Restaurant 20 Victoria Michelin ★ — Contemporary, Downtown
Edulis Michelin ★ — Farm-to-table, King West · Thu–Sat dinner, Sun lunch

Local drinks — Ontario VQA wines (including Niagara Peninsula and icewine styles) are the province’s signature pours.

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 29 detail — Thu Oct 7, 2027

Scenic Sailing: St. Lawrence Seaway Locks

Weather

⛅ 64° / 47° · 39% rain

Humidity: 76%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 7:09 AM / 6:33 PM
Moon: First quarter

Day 30 detail — Fri Oct 8, 2027

Arrive 12:00 PM · Depart 11:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 61° / 45° · 39% rain

Humidity: 77%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:57 AM / 6:16 PM
Moon: First quarter

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Regional city with local taxis; ride-hailing coverage is limited compared with Montréal/Québec City — check the app.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 31 detail — Sat Oct 9, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 59° / 43° · 39% rain

Humidity: 79%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:54 AM / 6:09 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis and ride-hailing (Uber where the app shows coverage) in Québec City; Old Québec is walkable.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Dining

Local picks near the port (hours re-check at 30-day refresh).

Chez Boulay — Bistro Boréal — Nordic / Quebec, Old Quebec
Le Clan — Contemporary Quebec, Saint-Roch
SSS — Seafood, Old Port

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 32 detail — Sun Oct 10, 2027

Arrive 7:00 AM · Depart 2:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 54° / 43° · 40% rain

Humidity: 80%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:51 AM / 5:59 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Compact village; walkable. Local taxis may be limited seasonally; do not rely on Uber.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 33 detail — Mon Oct 11, 2027

Arrive 8:30 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 51° / 40° · 37% rain

Humidity: 78%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:30 AM / 5:31 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Small Gulf of St. Lawrence town; walkable near the pier. Local taxis may be limited; do not expect Uber.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 34 detail — Tue Oct 12, 2027

Arrive 10:30 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 51° / 39° · 59% rain

Humidity: 82%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:38 AM / 6:37 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Small Newfoundland town; center is walkable. Local taxis may be limited; do not expect Uber.
Time zone: St Johns
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 35 detail — Wed Oct 13, 2027

Arrive 12:00 PM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 57° / 46° · 33% rain

Humidity: 80%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:15 AM / 6:18 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Local taxis serve Sydney/Cape Breton. Ride-hailing coverage is limited — check the app; do not assume Uber.
Time zone: Halifax
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 36 detail — Thu Oct 14, 2027

Arrive 12:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 59° / 47° · 33% rain

Humidity: 79%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:28 AM / 6:31 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Transit, taxis, and ride-hailing (Uber where the app shows coverage) in Halifax; waterfront is walkable.
Time zone: Halifax
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Dining

Local picks near the port (hours re-check at 30-day refresh).

The Bicycle Thief — Italian / seafood, Halifax waterfront
Bar Brat — Contemporary, Downtown Halifax

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 37 detail — Fri Oct 15, 2027

Depart 4:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 59° / 47° · 30% rain

Humidity: 79%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:29 AM / 6:29 PM
Moon: Full moon

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Canadian dollar (CAD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Transit, taxis, and ride-hailing (Uber where the app shows coverage) in Halifax; waterfront is walkable.
Time zone: Halifax
Language: English and French (Quebec).

Dining

Local picks near the port (hours re-check at 30-day refresh).

The Bicycle Thief — Italian / seafood, Halifax waterfront
Bar Brat — Contemporary, Downtown Halifax

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/canada
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Ottawa — +1-613-688-5335 (ca.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police / Fire / Ambulance 911

Day 38 detail — Sat Oct 16, 2027

Sail The Atlantic Ocean

Weather

⛅ 59° / 55° · 31% rain

Humidity: 77%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:49 AM / 5:51 PM
Moon: Full moon

Day 39 detail — Sun Oct 17, 2027

Arrive 7:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

⛅ 66° / 49° · 21% rain

Humidity: 71%
Sunrise / sunset: 7:09 AM / 6:12 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: U.S. dollar (USD). Cards widely accepted.
Tipping: 15–20% customary in restaurants.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Subway, taxis, rideshare in NYC.
Time zone: Eastern Time
Language: English

Dining

NYC has many MICHELIN-starred restaurants; picks are a short verified sample near Manhattan cruise access.

Le Bernardin Michelin ★★★ — Seafood, Midtown
Atomix Michelin ★★ — Korean, NoMad
Carbone — Italian, Greenwich Village

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/
U.S. mission — see travel.state.gov
Local emergency — 911

Day 40 detail — Mon Oct 18, 2027

Sail The Atlantic Ocean

Weather

⛅ 71° / 65° · 31% rain

Humidity: 69%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 7:06 AM / 6:16 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Day 41 detail — Tue Oct 19, 2027

Sail The Atlantic Ocean

Weather

⛅ 76° / 72° · 34% rain

Humidity: 68%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 7:03 AM / 6:19 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Day 42 detail — Wed Oct 20, 2027

Sail The Atlantic Ocean

Weather

🌧️ 80° / 77° · 41% rain

Humidity: 71%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 7:01 AM / 6:23 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Day 43 detail — Thu Oct 21, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 5:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 82° / 79° · 54% rain

Humidity: 76%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:58 AM / 6:26 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Bahamian dollar (BSD), pegged to USD; USD widely accepted.
Tipping: 15% common in restaurants.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis; landing sites may use tenders/Zodiacs.
Time zone: Nassau
Language: English

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/bahamas
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Nassau — +1-242-322-1181 (bs.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 919 or 911 (confirm locally)
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — crime. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/bahamas.html

Day 44 detail — Fri Oct 22, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 4:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 86° / 79° · 59% rain

Humidity: 75%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:52 AM / 6:25 PM
Moon: Last quarter

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Bahamian dollar (BSD), pegged to USD; USD widely accepted.
Tipping: 15% common in restaurants.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis; landing sites may use tenders/Zodiacs.
Time zone: Nassau
Language: English

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/bahamas
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Nassau — +1-242-322-1181 (bs.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 919 or 911 (confirm locally)
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — crime. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/bahamas.html

Day 45 detail — Sat Oct 23, 2027

Arrive 9:00 AM · Depart 4:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 85° / 76° · 84% rain

Humidity: 85%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:01 AM / 5:38 PM
Moon: Last quarter

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Jamaican dollar (JMD); USD often accepted in tourist areas.
Tipping: 10–15% in restaurants.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Licensed taxis; arrange through ship or known operators.
Time zone: Jamaica
Language: English

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/jamaica
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Kingston — +1-876-702-6000 (jm.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 119 police · 110 fire/ambulance
State Dept — Level 3: Reconsider Travel — crime, medical services. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/jamaica.html

Day 46 detail — Sun Oct 24, 2027

Sail The Caribbean Sea

Weather

🌧️ 84° / 81° · 67% rain

Humidity: 79%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:03 AM / 5:44 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Day 47 detail — Mon Oct 25, 2027

Scenic Sailing: Panama Canal

Weather

🌧️ 84° / 80° · 79% rain

Humidity: 80%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:05 AM / 5:50 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Day 48 detail — Tue Oct 26, 2027

Depart 2:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 83° / 75° · 99% rain

Humidity: 91%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:06 AM / 5:57 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Panamanian balboa (PAB) / USD. USD widely used.
Tipping: 10% in restaurants common.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis/Uber in Panama City area.
Time zone: Panama
Language: Spanish; English in tourist zones.

Dining

Fuerte Amador / causeway area picks; city transfer for wider options.

Maito — Panamanian contemporary, Panama City (transfer)
Casa del Marisco — Seafood, Amador / city

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/panama
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Panama City — +507-317-5000 (pa.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 911
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — crime. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/panama.html

Day 49 detail — Wed Oct 27, 2027

Sail The Pacific Ocean

Weather

🌧️ 80° / 78° · 63% rain

Humidity: 82%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:05 AM / 6:04 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Day 50 detail — Thu Oct 28, 2027

Sail The Pacific Ocean

Weather

⛅ 84° / 67° · 30% rain

Humidity: 76%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:00 AM / 6:09 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Day 51 detail — Fri Oct 29, 2027

Sail The Pacific Ocean

Weather

☀️ 65° / 62° · 4% rain

Humidity: 92%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 5:55 AM / 6:14 PM
Moon: New moon

Day 52 detail — Sat Oct 30, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

☀️ 69° / 61° · 1% rain

Humidity: 82%
Sunrise / sunset: 5:36 AM / 6:07 PM
Moon: New moon

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Peruvian sol (PEN). Cards in Lima; carry some cash.
Tipping: 10% in restaurants if no service charge.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis/apps in Lima; Callao pier is outside central Miraflores.
Time zone: Lima
Language: Spanish

Dining

MICHELIN Guide Lima lists starred restaurants in the city (Callao pier transfer required).

Central Michelin ★★★ — Contemporary Peruvian, Barranco (transfer from Callao)
Maido Michelin ★★★ — Nikkei, Miraflores (transfer from Callao)
Mayta Michelin ★ — Contemporary Peruvian, Miraflores

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/peru
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Lima — +51-1-618-2000 (pe.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 105 police · 116 fire · 106 ambulance
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — crime. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/peru.html

Day 53 detail — Sun Oct 31, 2027

Sail The Pacific Ocean

Weather

☀️ 64° / 63° · 0% rain

Humidity: 81%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 7:36 AM / 8:13 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Day 54 detail — Mon Nov 1, 2027

Sail The Pacific Ocean

Weather

☀️ 64° / 62° · 0% rain

Humidity: 75%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 7:33 AM / 8:17 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Day 55 detail — Tue Nov 2, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

☀️ 69° / 59° · 0% rain

Humidity: 81%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:58 AM / 7:50 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Chilean peso (CLP). Cards in cities.
Tipping: About 10% in restaurants.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis/apps in Valparaíso/Santiago area; pier transfers vary.
Time zone: Chile Time
Language: Spanish

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/chile
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Santiago — +56-2-2330-3000 (cl.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 133 police · 132 fire · 131 ambulance
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — civil unrest, crime. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/chile.html

Day 56 detail — Wed Nov 3, 2027

Sail The Pacific Ocean

Weather

☀️ 61° / 59° · 0% rain

Humidity: 77%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 7:01 AM / 8:05 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Day 57 detail — Thu Nov 4, 2027

Sail The Pacific Ocean

Weather

☀️ 59° / 57° · 0% rain

Humidity: 82%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:54 AM / 8:11 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Day 58 detail — Fri Nov 5, 2027

Arrive 7:00 AM · Depart 11:00 PM

Weather

☀️ 65° / 53° · 4% rain

Humidity: 79%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:43 AM / 8:16 PM
Moon: Waxing crescent

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Chilean peso (CLP). Cards in cities.
Tipping: About 10% in restaurants.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis/apps in Valparaíso/Santiago area; pier transfers vary.
Time zone: Chile Time
Language: Spanish

Dining

Valparaíso pier; Santiago city dining is a longer transfer. Local Valparaíso picks plus note.

Apice — Contemporary, Valparaíso
Restaurant Faustino — Chilean / seafood, Valparaíso

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/chile
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Santiago — +56-2-2330-3000 (cl.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 133 police · 132 fire · 131 ambulance
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — civil unrest, crime. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/chile.html

Day 59 detail — Sat Nov 6, 2027

Sail The Pacific Ocean

Weather

⛅ 61° / 50° · 24% rain

Humidity: 79%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:43 AM / 8:32 PM
Moon: First quarter

Day 60 detail — Sun Nov 7, 2027

Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords

Weather

🌧️ 59° / 44° · 46% rain

Humidity: 83%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:33 AM / 8:42 PM
Moon: First quarter

Day 61 detail — Mon Nov 8, 2027

Arrive 8:30 AM · Depart 5:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 60° / 44° · 50% rain

Humidity: 80%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:19 AM / 8:51 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Chilean peso (CLP). Cards in cities.
Tipping: About 10% in restaurants.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis/apps in Valparaíso/Santiago area; pier transfers vary.
Time zone: Chile Time
Language: Spanish

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/chile
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Santiago — +56-2-2330-3000 (cl.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 133 police · 132 fire · 131 ambulance
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — civil unrest, crime. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/chile.html

Day 62 detail — Tue Nov 9, 2027

Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords

Weather

🌧️ 52° / 48° · 70% rain

Humidity: 78%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:20 AM / 9:05 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Day 63 detail — Wed Nov 10, 2027

Planned expedition / scenic area — weather dependent

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 50° / 40° · 80% rain

Humidity: 86%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:10 AM / 9:10 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Good to know

Exact site access depends on weather and expedition decisions.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Chilean peso (CLP). Cards in cities.
Tipping: About 10% in restaurants.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Scenic / expedition area — Zodiac or shipboard viewing. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Punta Arenas
Language: Spanish

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/chile
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Santiago — +56-2-2330-3000 (cl.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 133 police · 132 fire · 131 ambulance
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — civil unrest, crime. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/chile.html

Day 64 detail — Thu Nov 11, 2027

Planned expedition / scenic area — weather dependent

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 50° / 40° · 83% rain

Humidity: 87%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:09 AM / 9:11 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Good to know

Exact site access depends on weather and expedition decisions.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Chilean peso (CLP). Cards in cities.
Tipping: About 10% in restaurants.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Scenic / expedition area — Zodiac or shipboard viewing. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Punta Arenas
Language: Spanish

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/chile
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Santiago — +56-2-2330-3000 (cl.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 133 police · 132 fire · 131 ambulance
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — civil unrest, crime. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/chile.html

Day 65 detail — Fri Nov 12, 2027

Scenic Sailing: Chilean Fjords

Weather

🌧️ 49° / 41° · 87% rain

Humidity: 85%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 6:03 AM / 9:23 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Day 66 detail — Sat Nov 13, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 52° / 41° · 49% rain

Humidity: 71%
Sunrise / sunset: 5:39 AM / 9:17 PM
Moon: Waxing gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: —
Tipping: —
Taxis / ride-hailing: —
Time zone: Punta Arenas
Language: —

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/
U.S. mission — see travel.state.gov
Local emergency — Ship medical / guest services

Day 67 detail — Sun Nov 14, 2027

Planned expedition / scenic area — weather dependent

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 49° / 40° · 91% rain

Humidity: 87%
Sunrise / sunset: 6:05 AM / 9:16 PM
Moon: Full moon

Good to know

Exact site access depends on weather and expedition decisions.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Chilean peso (CLP). Cards in cities.
Tipping: About 10% in restaurants.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Scenic / expedition area — Zodiac or shipboard viewing. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Punta Arenas
Language: Spanish

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/chile
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Santiago — +56-2-2330-3000 (cl.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — 133 police · 132 fire · 131 ambulance
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — civil unrest, crime. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/chile.html

Day 68 detail — Mon Nov 15, 2027

Planned expedition / scenic area — weather dependent

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 6:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 42° / 32° · 87% rain

Humidity: 81%
Sunrise / sunset: 5:26 AM / 9:23 PM
Moon: Full moon

Good to know

Exact site access depends on weather and expedition decisions.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: —
Tipping: —
Taxis / ride-hailing: Fjord scenic call — typically shipboard / Zodiac. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Punta Arenas
Language: —

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/
U.S. mission — see travel.state.gov
Local emergency — Ship medical / guest services

Day 69 detail — Tue Nov 16, 2027

Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn

Weather

🌧️ 36° / 28° · 87% rain

Humidity: 89%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 5:20 AM / 9:22 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Day 70 detail — Wed Nov 17, 2027

Arrive 8:00 AM · Depart 5:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 49° / 38° · 80% rain

Humidity: 76%
Sunrise / sunset: 5:14 AM / 9:22 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Argentine peso (ARS). Cards accepted in cities; carry some cash. USD sometimes used informally — prefer official rates / card.
Tipping: About 10% in restaurants if no service charge. Small tips for guides/drivers are appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis and ride-hailing (e.g. Uber where available) in Ushuaia. Allow time for airport–pier transfers.
Time zone: Ushuaia
Language: Spanish. Limited English outside tourism.

Dining

Local picks near the port (hours re-check at 30-day refresh).

Kaupé — Patagonian / fine dining, Ushuaia
Kalma Resto — Contemporary Patagonian, Ushuaia
Volver — Argentine / grill, Ushuaia waterfront

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/argentina
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires — +54-11-5777-4533 (ar.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police 911 · Ambulance 107 · Fire 100 (confirm locally)

Day 71 detail — Thu Nov 18, 2027

Sail The Drake Passage

Weather

🌧️ 36° / 33° · 51% rain

Humidity: 84%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 4:33 AM / 9:45 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Day 72 detail — Fri Nov 19, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 3:00 PM · Depart 11:59 PM

Weather

🌧️ 29° / 23° · 56% rain

Humidity: 78%
Sunrise / sunset: 3:32 AM / 10:28 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: None ashore — shipboard accounts only
Tipping: Not applicable ashore
Taxis / ride-hailing: Zodiac / small-boat landings only. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Palmer
Language: Expedition briefings in English

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2024/environmental-hazards-risks/polar-itineraries
U.S. mission — see travel.state.gov
Local emergency — Ship medical and expedition team — remote; evacuation can be difficult or impossible
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — Antarctica. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/antarctica.html

Day 73 detail — Sat Nov 20, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 6:00 AM · Depart 3:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 29° / 24° · 59% rain

Humidity: 79%
Sunrise / sunset: 3:28 AM / 10:32 PM
Moon: Waning gibbous

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: None ashore — shipboard accounts only
Tipping: Not applicable ashore
Taxis / ride-hailing: Zodiac / small-boat landings only. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Palmer
Language: Expedition briefings in English

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2024/environmental-hazards-risks/polar-itineraries
U.S. mission — see travel.state.gov
Local emergency — Ship medical and expedition team — remote; evacuation can be difficult or impossible
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — Antarctica. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/antarctica.html

Day 74 detail — Sun Nov 21, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 6:00 AM · Depart 3:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 29° / 24° · 66% rain

Humidity: 80%
Sunrise / sunset: 3:25 AM / 10:36 PM
Moon: Last quarter

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: None ashore — shipboard accounts only
Tipping: Not applicable ashore
Taxis / ride-hailing: Zodiac / small-boat landings only. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Palmer
Language: Expedition briefings in English

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2024/environmental-hazards-risks/polar-itineraries
U.S. mission — see travel.state.gov
Local emergency — Ship medical and expedition team — remote; evacuation can be difficult or impossible
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — Antarctica. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/antarctica.html

Day 75 detail — Mon Nov 22, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 6:00 AM · Depart 3:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 29° / 25° · 66% rain

Humidity: 81%
Sunrise / sunset: 3:22 AM / 10:40 PM
Moon: Last quarter

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: None ashore — shipboard accounts only
Tipping: Not applicable ashore
Taxis / ride-hailing: Zodiac / small-boat landings only. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Palmer
Language: Expedition briefings in English

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2024/environmental-hazards-risks/polar-itineraries
U.S. mission — see travel.state.gov
Local emergency — Ship medical and expedition team — remote; evacuation can be difficult or impossible
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — Antarctica. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/antarctica.html

Day 76 detail — Tue Nov 23, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 6:00 AM · Depart 3:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 30° / 25° · 69% rain

Humidity: 82%
Sunrise / sunset: 3:18 AM / 10:44 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: None ashore — shipboard accounts only
Tipping: Not applicable ashore
Taxis / ride-hailing: Zodiac / small-boat landings only. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Palmer
Language: Expedition briefings in English

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2024/environmental-hazards-risks/polar-itineraries
U.S. mission — see travel.state.gov
Local emergency — Ship medical and expedition team — remote; evacuation can be difficult or impossible
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — Antarctica. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/antarctica.html

Day 77 detail — Wed Nov 24, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 6:00 AM · Depart 3:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 30° / 26° · 69% rain

Humidity: 82%
Sunrise / sunset: 3:15 AM / 10:48 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: None ashore — shipboard accounts only
Tipping: Not applicable ashore
Taxis / ride-hailing: Zodiac / small-boat landings only. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Palmer
Language: Expedition briefings in English

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2024/environmental-hazards-risks/polar-itineraries
U.S. mission — see travel.state.gov
Local emergency — Ship medical and expedition team — remote; evacuation can be difficult or impossible
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — Antarctica. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/antarctica.html

Day 78 detail — Thu Nov 25, 2027

Planned expedition landing / explore region — depends on weather, ice, and expedition decisions

Arrive 6:00 AM · Depart 8:30 PM

Weather

🌧️ 30° / 26° · 70% rain

Humidity: 83%
Sunrise / sunset: 3:12 AM / 10:52 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Good to know

Viking publishes the region or planned site; exact landing depends on weather, sea, ice, wildlife, and permits.

Practical notes

Currency & payments: None ashore — shipboard accounts only
Tipping: Not applicable ashore
Taxis / ride-hailing: Zodiac / small-boat landings only. No taxis or ride-hailing ashore.
Time zone: Palmer
Language: Expedition briefings in English

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/yellowbook/2024/environmental-hazards-risks/polar-itineraries
U.S. mission — see travel.state.gov
Local emergency — Ship medical and expedition team — remote; evacuation can be difficult or impossible
State Dept — Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution — Antarctica. https://travel.state.gov/en/international-travel/travel-advisories/antarctica.html

Day 79 detail — Fri Nov 26, 2027

Sail The Drake Passage

Weather

🌧️ 34° / 32° · 60% rain

Humidity: 90%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 3:58 AM / 10:18 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Day 80 detail — Sat Nov 27, 2027

Scenic Sailing: Cape Horn

Weather

🌧️ 41° / 38° · 67% rain

Humidity: 85%
Implication: Sea conditions can change quickly — follow ship briefings.
Sunrise / sunset: 4:32 AM / 9:57 PM
Moon: Waning crescent

Day 81 detail — Sun Nov 28, 2027

Disembarkation day

Depart 5:00 PM

Weather

🌧️ 52° / 39° · 66% rain

Humidity: 73%
Sunrise / sunset: 4:59 AM / 9:43 PM
Moon: New moon

Practical notes

Currency & payments: Argentine peso (ARS). Cards accepted in cities; carry some cash. USD sometimes used informally — prefer official rates / card.
Tipping: About 10% in restaurants if no service charge. Small tips for guides/drivers are appreciated.
Taxis / ride-hailing: Taxis and ride-hailing (e.g. Uber where available) in Ushuaia. Allow time for airport–pier transfers.
Time zone: Ushuaia
Language: Spanish. Limited English outside tourism.

Dining

Local picks near the port (hours re-check at 30-day refresh).

Kaupé — Patagonian / fine dining, Ushuaia
Kalma Resto — Contemporary Patagonian, Ushuaia
Volver — Argentine / grill, Ushuaia waterfront

Official contacts

Health / CDC — review destination vaccines and notices before travel: https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/argentina
U.S. mission — U.S. Embassy Buenos Aires — +54-11-5777-4533 (ar.usembassy.gov)
Local emergency — Police 911 · Ambulance 107 · Fire 100 (confirm locally)