Netflix has officially confirmed the release date for its latest high-profile travel documentary, Voyage of the Vikings: Beyond the Horizon, a cinematic exploration of the world-renowned Viking cruise experience. The five-part docuseries is set to premiere globally on September 6, 2025, promising to take viewers on an unforgettable journey across some of the world’s most spectacular waterways — all from the comfort of their screens.
Billed as a visually breathtaking and emotionally immersive series, Voyage of the Vikings will chronicle the modern luxury and cultural depth of Viking Cruises, while tracing the historical roots that inspired the brand’s Scandinavian spirit. Filmed over 18 months across four continents, the series combines high-end travel storytelling with personal narratives from passengers, crew, and local guides.
A Glimpse into the Modern Viking Experience
The documentary offers rare, behind-the-scenes access to several of Viking’s most iconic river and ocean voyages — from the sun-drenched Mediterranean and the icy fjords of Norway to the storied Danube and Mekong Rivers. Each episode focuses on a different thematic journey: history, gastronomy, engineering, culture, and personal transformation through travel.
“This isn’t just a cruise show,” said executive producer Anna Foster, known for her work on Our Planet and Chef’s Table. “It’s about what it means to connect deeply with the world, to move through it with curiosity and respect — something Viking embodies in every voyage.”
Real People, Real Stories
At the heart of Voyage of the Vikings are the travelers themselves — first-time cruisers, retired adventurers, newlyweds, and even solo voyagers seeking meaning. Their stories are interwoven with those of Viking’s international crew, many of whom share emotional accounts of life at sea and the relationships built across borders and time zones.
Captain Henrik Svalborg, one of Viking’s most beloved ocean ship captains, features prominently in the series, offering both technical insight and heartfelt reflections on decades spent navigating the world’s oceans.
“We don’t just move people from place to place,” Svalborg says in Episode 2. “We give them something to carry for the rest of their lives.”
Technological Marvels and Cultural Immersion
The series doesn’t shy away from showcasing the behind-the-scenes innovations that power Viking’s success. Viewers get unprecedented access to the ship’s engineering operations, culinary design, and sustainable travel practices — including Viking’s efforts to reduce emissions and support local economies at each port of call.
Episode 3, titled The Art of Quiet Luxury, dives into Viking’s unique onboard philosophy — a minimalist yet rich Scandinavian aesthetic, coupled with world-class service and cultural programming that avoids the excess of traditional cruises.
A New Standard for Travel Documentaries
Netflix executives say Voyage of the Vikings continues the streamer’s strategy of combining prestige storytelling with global appeal. Following the success of other genre-defining series like Street Food and Down to Earth with Zac Efron, this series marks the company’s first major deep dive into luxury cruising.
“Viking redefined the cruise industry,” said Netflix VP of Documentary Features, Leila Jackson. “We wanted to match that innovation with a documentary that’s as thoughtful, detailed, and inspiring as the voyages themselves.”
Global Premiere and Viewing Options
Voyage of the Vikings: Beyond the Horizon will be available in over 25 languages via subtitles and dubbing. All five episodes will drop on September 6, allowing viewers to binge the full journey or savor it one episode at a time.
Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or a dreamer planning your first escape, Netflix’s Voyage of the Vikings offers a front-row seat to the serenity, wonder, and quiet power of seeing the world by sea.
