Viking Cruises

What Viking Cruises is like

Destination-heavy ocean voyages on mid-size ships with daily lectures and a tour in each port, for curious travelers who prefer quiet evenings to casinos and production shows.

Enrichment over nightlife

No casinos or big production shows; days center on lectures, port talks and cultural performances, and guests must be 18+. (Viking ocean ships; the 18+ policy is confirmed for ocean only, via a third-party summary of Viking's terms)

Sister ships, all verandas

Ocean ships are closely related sister designs with all-veranda staterooms; the newest carry 998 guests. (Viking ocean fleet; the Polar Class expedition ships are a separate design)

Tour in every port

Fares include one guided excursion per port, Wi-Fi, alternative restaurants, and beer or wine with lunch and dinner. (Ocean and expedition; other inclusions, such as flights and gratuities, vary by booking market)

Check before booking

• Gratuities are included in some markets but extra in others such as the US; check your booking region's inclusions before comparing prices. (Varies by booking market; the UK site lists onboard gratuities as included, while a US-based review reports a per-night charge)
• Itineraries pack in port days and included tours are often basic walks or coach drives; budget energy and money for optional excursions. (Viking ocean itineraries; based on two independent reviews)