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Viking Vesta

17-Night Panama Canal & The Pacific Coast Cruise from Ft Lauderdale (Port Everglades)

On Viking Vesta

Ft Lauderdale Florida, Scenic Sailing Gulf Of Mexico, and Cozumel

Sails Thu, Dec 21, 202817 nightsCruiseOnly

One-wayFt Lauderdale FloridaLos Angeles California · 14 ports

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$6,499pp

$382 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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Day by day

Your 17-night itinerary

10 ports and 8 sea days on this sailing.

Itinerary map — Ft Lauderdale Florida → Scenic Sailing Gulf Of Mexico → Cozumel → Cartagena → Colon → Scenic Sailing Panama Canal → Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera) → Cabo San Lucas → Ensenada → Los Angeles California

Day 11
Ft Lauderdale FloridaEmbark
Departs 5:00 PM
Port guide
Day 22
Scenic Sailing Gulf Of Mexico
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Day 33
Cozumel
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 6:00 PM
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Day 44
At seaSea day
Sail The Caribbean Sea
Day 55
At seaSea day
Sail The Caribbean Sea
Day 66
Cartagena
Arrives 6:00 AM · Departs 2:00 PM
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Day 77
Colon
Arrives 8:30 AM
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Day 88
Scenic Sailing Panama Canal
Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 7:00 AM
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Day 99
At seaSea day
Sail The Pacific Ocean
Day 1010
Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera)
Arrives 8:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
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Day 1111
At seaSea day
Sail The Pacific Ocean
Day 1212
At seaSea day
Sail The Pacific Ocean
Day 1313
At seaSea day
Sail The Pacific Ocean
Day 1414
At seaSea day
Sail The Pacific Ocean
Day 1515
Cabo San Lucas
Arrives 7:00 AM · Departs 4:00 PM
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Day 1616
At seaSea day
Sail The Pacific Ocean
Day 1717
Ensenada
Arrives 12:30 PM · Departs 6:30 PM
Cruises visiting Ensenada
Day 1818
Los Angeles CaliforniaDisembark
Arrives 6:00 AM
Port guide

Cabins & suites

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Balcony
$6,499$382 / night

Ship experience

Onboard dining, entertainment, and venues

About this ship

Expand your horizons on the award-winning, all-veranda small ship, with just 998 guests, allowing it to dock where larger ships cannot.

Ports of call

Where you stop and how long you stay

Ft Lauderdale Florida
Day 1
Port guide
Ft Lauderdale Florida
Scenic Sailing Gulf Of Mexico
Day 2
Cruises visiting Scenic Sailing Gulf Of
Scenic Sailing Gulf Of Mexico
Cozumel
Day 3
Cruises visiting Cozumel
Cozumel
Cartagena
Day 6
Cruises visiting Cartagena
Cartagena
Colon
Day 7
Cruises visiting Colon
Colon
Scenic Sailing Panama Canal
Day 8
Cruises visiting Scenic Sailing Panama Canal
Scenic Sailing Panama Canal
Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera)
Day 10
Cruises visiting Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera)
Puntarenas (Puerto Caldera)
Cabo San Lucas
Day 15
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Cabo San Lucas
Ensenada
Day 17
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Ensenada
Los Angeles California
Day 18
Port guide
Los Angeles California

What's included & extra

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Included

Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel
Entertainment & Nightlife

Extra cost

Mamsen's — Mamsen’s is the traditional Scandinavian deli serving snacks and light meals. In a casual atmosphere
Pool Grill — For a relaxed lunch or an afternoon snack, the Pool Grill serves casual fare prepared to order, from
Bars & Lounges — Featuring a clinker-built bar inspired by ancient longships, The Bar is located on the ground floor of The Atrium in the
Pool Bar — Pool Bar.
Onboard Activities — The ideal setting for relaxation and conversation, The Living Room draws guests together. Spacious seating, melodic pian
The Atrium — Relax in the soaring atrium and mingle with like-minded guests as you enjoy a cocktail from the Viki
Aquavit Terrace — The revolutionary Aquavit Terrace is a magical space where your destination is your dining room. Loc
Wellness — Spa experience draws upon the holistic wellness philosophy of Nordic culture. Enjoy the ultimate Scandinavian tradition

Policies & FAQ

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 3
Beam: 101 ft (30.8 m)
Dining / Restaurants: 9
Elevator / Lift: 6
Fitness Center: Yes
Kids Friendly: No
Maiden Voyage: July, 2025
Non Smoking Dining: Yes
Non Smoking Ship: No
Number of Decks: 10
Number of Staterooms: 499
Passenger Capacity: 998
Registry: Norway
Ship Length: 784 ft (239 m)
Spa: Yes
Swimming Pools: 2
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.