UMVA has learned that Viking now boasts the most eclectic mix of cruise itineraries on the planet, sailing both the high seas and the world’s great rivers.
Unlike most lines that stick to either ocean or river voyages, Viking seamlessly flips between continents, offering ocean cruises that touch every corner of the globe and river journeys that glide along Europe’s famed waterways, the Nile, the Mekong and even the Mississippi.
In Europe alone, Viking commands a fleet of over 70 river ships, dominating the Danube, Rhine, Douro and countless others, while rivals struggle to field a fraction of that power.
The company’s river arm also stretches to the Nile, where eight sleek vessels deliver an 11‑night “Pharaohs and Pyramids” experience, and to the Mekong, the Mississippi and soon, India’s sacred rivers.
On the ocean side, Viking’s 12 traditional ships patrol everything from North America to Asia, with a strong foothold in Scandinavia and Northern Europe—its birthplace—plus daring expeditions to Antarctica aboard two purpose‑built icebreakers.
Among the most coveted routes is the two‑week “Viking Homelands” cruise, a one‑way journey from Bergen to Stockholm that weaves through Norway’s dramatic fjords before cruising the Baltic gems of Copenhagen and Tallinn.
Another standout is the “Into the Midnight Sun” itinerary, which departs Bergen, ventures above the Arctic Circle to Honningsvåg and Tromsø, then hops to Scotland’s remote Shetland and Orkney islands before ending in London.
Viking’s Mediterranean portfolio exceeds 30 distinct sailings, ranging from a 14‑night “Mediterranean Antiquities” trek between Athens and Barcelona to a nine‑night “Empires of the Mediterranean” cruise that threads the Adriatic’s historic ports.
In the river realm, Viking offers everything from a seven‑night “Rhine Getaway” to a sweeping 22‑night “European Sojourn” that strings together the Rhine, Main and Danube, delivering an unparalleled tapestry of culture and scenery.
The line’s Antarctic forays are powered by two state‑of‑the‑art expedition vessels, each featuring an innovative indoor marina called The Hangar and floor‑to‑ceiling glass cabins that slide open for panoramic immersion.
These ships launch from Buenos Aires, sail through the icy waters of the White Continent, and can be extended to include the Falkland Islands, Uruguay and Brazil for a truly epic polar adventure.
From seven‑night getaways to marathon 169‑night around‑the‑world odysseys, Viking’s arsenal of ships and itineraries ensures that every traveler can find a voyage that feels both intimate and grand.
