News and articles about Viking’s ocean ships are adults‑focused, with Scandinavian design, inclusive pricing and destination‑centred itineraries emphasising culture, history and scenic cruising.
Viking has named seven new river ships during a simultaneous ceremony spanning Europe and Egypt, appointing seven travel advisors and industry leaders as godparents for vessels operating on the Rhine, Main, Danube, Seine and Nile.
Viking Astrea has floated out at Fincantieri’s Ancona Shipyard, marking a construction milestone for the company’s second hydrogen-powered cruise ship capable of operating with zero emissions ahead of its May 2027 delivery.
Viking reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $2.19 billion, up 16.5%, driven by higher capacity and revenue per passenger cruise day, while advance bookings increased and the company continued expanding its ocean and river fleet.
Viking Yi Dun has begun Viking China’s 2026 European ocean season, carrying Chinese guests on Mediterranean itineraries from August to December, with eight routes planned and the line’s 2027 Europe programme already on sale now.
Viking’s 2028–2029 ocean deployment will feature 80 voyages across 84 countries, two new Alaska and Mediterranean itineraries, additional Japan sailings and the introduction of the 998-guest Viking Leda and Viking Vega.
Viking’s 2028–2029 ocean deployment will feature 80 voyages across 84 countries, two new Alaska and Mediterranean itineraries, additional Japan sailings and the introduction of the 998-guest Viking Leda and Viking Vega.
Viking has named its next two ocean ships Viking Leda and Viking Vega. The 998-guest vessels are expected to enter service in late 2028 and mid-2029, operating initial itineraries across the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.
Viking has announced its 2028-2029 World Cruise itineraries, led by a 142-day Viking World Cruise on Viking Vesta®, sailing from Fort Lauderdale to London across six continents and 31 countries.
