Are Viking's Included Shore Excursions Worth It? | The Truth About Cruise Excursion Value
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They're pretty good, right? >> Yeah. >> What's not great about them, I'm talking more about Ocean now, is is if you don't want to do that thing that they've got on offer, you're not going to and you blow it off.
I've traveled with Viking lots. I've never had a disaster. I've never They're, as I said, they're generally pretty good.
If it's going to cost you an extra hundred bucks to have a truly memorable day in in one port call, to me that's money well spent.
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One of the biggest selling points of Viking River Cruises and Viking Ocean Cruises is that they include at least one shore excursion in every port. But does that automatically make Viking the best value? Sign Up for our FREE Weekly TRAVEL LETTER 👉 https://pamperedcruiser.com/ytnewsletter/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_content=TIPS_xAa-FkvWQAs Planning a River Cruise? Small Ship Ocean Cruise? Expedition Cruise? Premium Guided Journey? We'd love to help! 👉 1-800-876-0168 or send us an email 👉 Bob@PamperedCruiser.com Already Booked? Get in touch as soon as possible so we can add some extra perks to your existing reservation. ABOUT THIS VIDEO: In this episode of UNPACKED, Bob and Kim take a practical look at Viking's excursion program and compare it to other cruise lines including AMA Waterways, Uniworld, Tauck, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Windstar Cruises, Azamara, Crystal, Seabourn, Silversea, Oceania Cruises, and Explora Journeys. You'll learn: • How Viking's included excursions work on both river and ocean cruises • The difference between included excursions and optional excursions • Why river cruises and ocean cruises should be evaluated differently • How Viking compares to AMA Waterways, Uniworld, and Tauck on the rivers • Which luxury ocean cruise lines include shore excursions • Why Regent Seven Seas Cruises is different from most competitors • When it makes sense to skip the included excursion and book your own • How to calculate the true value of shore excursions when comparing cruise fares • Common mistakes travelers make when evaluating cruise value We also discuss the "value equation" that experienced travelers should use when choosing between Viking and its competitors. Sometimes the cheapest cruise isn't the best value, and sometimes paying extra for the excursion you really want creates the memories you'll remember long after the trip is over. If you're considering a Viking River Cruise, Viking Ocean Cruise, or comparing luxury cruise lines, this episode will help you make a more informed decision. ⚡️ Leave a Comment, 'Like' this video, and Subscribe to our channel. ⚡️Follow Pampered Cruiser on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PamperedCruiser ABOUT THE PAMPERED CRUISER: Pampered Cruiser is a boutique luxury travel advisory specializing exclusively in luxury small-ship ocean cruises, river cruises, and premium guided journeys. The firm works with experienced travelers who value fit, structure, and professional guidance over mass-market options. Pampered Cruiser does not book mass-market cruise lines or mainstream vacation packages. Its role is to help travelers determine whether a specific travel style or product—such as a luxury small ship, river cruise, or premium guided journey — is the right fit, rather than simply facilitating bookings. ABOUT SUE & BOB BRADLEY: Sue & Bob own and operate Pampered Cruiser, and are Virtuoso Cruise Icons, indicating they are in the Top 1% of the more than 20,000 elite Virtuoso travel advisors worldwide. They've helped hundreds of clients plan unforgettable cruise vacations. As you can see from all the videos, they love to travel, and bring that experience to their clients. They've been to the destinations featured, and travelled with the suppliers recommended. #VikingCruises #VikingRiverCruises #VikingOceanCruises #ShoreExcursions #RiverCruise #LuxuryCruise #CruiseTips #CruiseExcursions #AMAWaterways #Uniworld #Tauck #RegentSevenSeas #LuxuryTravel #cruisevacation • Are Viking excursions worth it • Does Viking include excursions • Viking cruise included tours • Best river cruise excursions • Viking versus AMA Waterways • Viking versus Uniworld • Viking versus Regent • Should I book cruise excursions independently • Luxury cruise excursion comparison