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• The Restaurant - Main
• Explorers' Lounge - Panoramic Bar *
• River Cafe - American
• River Cafe - Scenic Bar *
• Mamsen's - Norwegian Deli
• Aquavit Terrace - Al Fresco
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• New Orleans, Louisiana to Memphis, Tennessee
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Heart of the Delta

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• New Orleans, Louisiana to Memphis, Tennessee Memphis, Tennessee to New Orleans, Louisiana

Heart of the Delta Map

Discover Southern culture and charm

Immerse yourself in history and heritage on this journey bookended by New Orleans and Memphis. Attend a Privileged Access Mississippi Delta blues experience in Greenville and be inspired by the stories of famed musicians and iconic civil rights heroes. Savor delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine, as well as Memphis’s famous barbecue. And stir your soul with the rhythms of Dixieland jazz, Delta blues and gospel.

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One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call

Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)

Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner

24-hour specialty coffees, teas  & bottled water

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Your Stateroom Includes:

River-view stateroom

Bottled water replenished daily

110/220 volt outlets

Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows

Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror

Premium Freyja® toiletries

Plush robes & slippers (upon request)

40" or 42" flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more

Telephone, safe, refrigerator

Individual climate control

*All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.

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More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities. Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

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Viking Mississippi

Hosting 386 guests in 193 all outside staterooms, the new state-of-the-art Viking Mississippi is inspired by our award-winning Viking Longships® and ocean ships and features clean Scandinavian design, as well as public spaces that are familiar to guests but that have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. Purpose-built for the Mississippi, the ship’s cutting-edge design, expansive windows and comfortable amenities make it the first truly modern cruise ship in the region.

• Only 386 guests
• Length: 450 feet
• Beam: 75 feet
• Class: river ship
• Year built: 2022

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• 193 comfortable all outside staterooms (128 Veranda & Deluxe Veranda Staterooms, 8 French Balcony Staterooms, 24 Penthouse Veranda Staterooms, 16 Penthouse Junior Suites, 7 Terrace Suites, 10 Explorer Suites)
• All suites feature two full-size rooms with large veranda
• Sun Terrace with Infinity Plunge Pool
• Stroll the full 360-degree promenade deck for views of scenic landscapes and regional wildlife
• The Bow, a quiet sitting area at the front of the ship
• Aquavit Terrace, a revolutionary indoor/outdoor viewing area for al fresco dining or an American barbecue experience
• The Explorers' Lounge and Bar with two-story panoramic views of the Mississippi
• River Café, a new way to dine featuring American classics
• Elevators throughout the ship
• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
• Self-service launderettes and laundry service
• Intelligent energy-efficient propulsion systems produce less vibrations for a smoother ride
• 42" flat-screen LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand

Stateroom Features

The purpose-built Viking Mississippi offers a wide variety of staterooms for your selection. From Veranda Staterooms to the abundance of extra perks and amenities in our spacious Explorer Suites, there is no finer way to travel. And whichever stateroom you choose, you will find it beautifully designed in the understated elegance for which Viking is known.

Explorer Suite (ES)

• Stateroom size: 657–1,024 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with private wraparound balcony, private veranda and well-appointed living room & dining area
• Wheelchair Accessible (#300 only)
• King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
• Additional 42" flat-screen interactive LCD TVs in sitting area
• 110/120 volt US-standard outlets & USB ports
• Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, bathtub, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
• Premium Freyja® toiletries
• Plush robes & slippers
• Telephone, safe, refrigerator
• Individual climate control
• Purified water refilled daily
• Welcome bottle of champagne
• Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily)
• Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket
• Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
• Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
• Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
• Silver Spirits beverage package included
• Under-bed suitcase storage space
• Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers

Terrace Suite (TS)

• Stateroom size: 425 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to an extensive veranda
• Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer

Penthouse Junior Suite (PS)

• Stateroom size: 400 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda
• Additional 42" flat-screen interactive LCD TVs in living area

Penthouse Veranda Stateroom (PV)

• Stateroom size: 336 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
• Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
• Complimentary pressing & shoe shine services

Deluxe Veranda Stateroom (DV)

• Stateroom size: 268 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily)

French Balcony Stateroom (FB)

• Stateroom size: 301 sq ft
• River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Private bathroom with accessible shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer

Veranda Stateroom (V)

• Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks

Itineraries This Ship Sails

NEW! Mississippi Delta Explorer

• PRICE & BUILD

America’s Heartland

New Orleans & Southern Charms

America’s Great River

NEW! Upper Mississippi Explorer

Grand Mississippi Voyage

NEW! The Big Easy to the Gateway City

NEW! Mississippi River Odyssey

Heart of the Delta

Ship Highlights

Hosting 386 guests in 193 all outside staterooms, the new state-of-the-art Viking Mississippi is inspired by our award-winning Viking Longships® and ocean ships feature clean Scandinavian design, as well as public spaces that are familiar to guests but that have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. Purpose-built for the Mississippi, the ship's cutting-edge design, expansive windows and comfortable amenities make it the first truly modern cruise ship in the region.

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Inspired by our award-winning river and ocean ships, this state-of-the-art vessel features clean, Scandinavian design and public spaces that are familiar to our guests but have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. (2022)

Introducing Viking Mississippi

Welcome to four destination-focused, culturally enriching journeys along the Mississippi River—designed for curious, experienced travelers seeking an in-depth look at the history and heritage of America’s heartland and the soul of the South.

Viking Mississippi Float Out

February 2022. The 386-guest Viking Mississippi ® was “floated out” in Louisiana, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to debut in summer 2022, the Viking Mississippi will sail Viking’s highly anticipated voyages on the Lower and Upper Mississippi River, between New Orleans and St. Paul.

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Hosting 386 guests in 193 all outside staterooms, the new state-of-the-art Viking Mississippi is inspired by our award-winning Viking Longships® and ocean ships and will feature clean Scandinavian design, as well as public spaces that are familiar to guests but that have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. Purpose-built for the Mississippi, the ship’s cutting-edge design, expansive windows and comfortable amenities will make it the first truly modern cruise ship in the region.

• 193 comfortable all outside staterooms (128 Veranda & Deluxe Veranda Staterooms, 8 French Balcony Staterooms, 24 Penthouse Veranda Staterooms, 16 Penthouse Junior Suites, 7 Terrace Suites, 10 Explorer Suites)
• All suites feature two full-size rooms with large veranda
• Sun Terrace with Infinity Plunge Pool

Aquavit Terrace, a revolutionary indoor/outdoor viewing area for al fresco dining or an American barbecue experience

• Stroll the full 360-degree promenade deck for views of scenic landscapes and regional wildlife
• River Café, a new way to dine featuring American classics and Mamsen's Norwegian specialties
• The Explorers' Lounge and Bar with two-story panoramic views of the Mississippi
• The Bow, a quiet sitting area at the front of the ship
• Elevators throughout the ship

Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)

• Self-service launderettes and laundry service
• Intelligent energy-efficient propulsion systems produce less vibrations for a smoother ride
• 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
• (Veranda Stateroom (V)) (268 ft²)
• (French Balcony Stateroom (FB)) (301 ft²)
• (Deluxe Veranda Stateroom (DV)) (268 ft²)
• (Penthouse Veranda Stateroom (PV)) (336 ft²)
• (Penthouse Junior Suite (PS)) (400 ft²)
• (Terrace Suite (TS)) (425 ft²)
• (Explorer Suite (ES))

Size including private veranda: 268 sq ft

11:00 AM embarkation

3:00 PM stateroom access

King-size Viking Explorer Bed (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows

42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand

110/120 volt US-standard outlets with USB ports

Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks; security safe; hair dryer

Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror

Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers

Purified water refilled daily

Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping

24-hour room service

Spacious closet & drawers

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Viking Mississippi

Hosting 386 guests in 193 all outside staterooms, the new state-of-the-art Viking Mississippi is inspired by the line's award-winning Viking Longships® and ocean ships and will feature clean Scandinavian design, as well as public spaces that are familiar to guests but that have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. Purpose-built for the Mississippi, the ship’s cutting-edge design, expansive windows and comfortable amenities will make it the first truly modern cruise ship in the region.

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Viking Mississippi Overview

The mighty Mississippi River is home to Viking River Cruises’ latest innovation in river cruising, Viking Mississippi . Holding just 386 guests, this modern, luxurious ship is the perfect accommodation for exploring America’s heartland. Featuring Viking’s signature clean design, Viking guests will be delighted to explore a familiar space, revamped to pay homage to the incredible destinations through which Viking Mississippi sails. Make sure you try the River Café, a new onboard restaurant featuring American fare and classics from the Viking Rivers mainstay, Mamsen's! From the bayou of New Orleans and the excitement of Bourbon Street to St. Paul, the “Last City in the East,” there is something for everyone along the Mississippi River! One thing is for sure – Viking Rivers finds culturally enriching activities all over the world! During your cruise on Viking Mississippi , guests are treated to a unique view of how Scandinavian culture influenced the development of the American Midwest while enjoying uniquely American classics like Wisconsin cheddar. What are you waiting for? It is time to explore America aboard the Mississippi River with Viking!

• Passenger Capacity: 386 (double occupancy)
• Year Built: 2022

• Sun Terrace & Infinity Plunge Pool Imagine having a drink in the flawless infinity pool onboard Viking Mississippi while the Gateway Arch stands tall in the distance, welcoming you to the American West.  

• River Café Featuring classic American fares and guest favorites from Viking Rivers’ staple eatery, Mamsen’s, the River Café is an all new way to enjoy meals with Viking in an exciting destination!  

• Aquavit Terrace A beautiful dining space, the Aquavit Terrace is a great place to enjoy some BBQ while dining al fresco.  

• Explorers’ Lounge & Bar You are exploring, right? So you deserve this drink. Head down to this regally appointed lounge for a nightcap with your new friends!  

Viking Mississippi Cruise Destinations

Learn about the cultures of the world by sailing on the thoughtfully crafted river cruise itineraries that Viking River Cruises has created. Year in and year out Viking is always expanding their offerings, starting with cruises in Russia, Viking has ships sailing through Europe’s major cities on rivers like the Seine, the Danube and the Rhine. They also offer sailings on the Yangtze in China and the Mekong in Southeast Asia. Recently, Viking introduced a few itineraries on the Irrawaddy, which travels through Myanmar, also known as Burma, which has recently been opened to tourism. Start your cultural immersion today by booking a Viking River Cruise.

U. S. River

Explore the Mighty Mississippi with Viking, diving into the history of the American heartland while sailing by iconic sights.

Viking Mississippi Departure Ports

Enrich your life with a cruise on a Viking river ship. This river cruise line is devoted to giving their passengers a cultural curriculum. The cruise line has a wide array of ships sailing rivers like the Seine, Rhine, Danube and Elbe in Europe, but they also explore Asia, Russia, and Egypt. You can catch a Viking cruise in Paris, Odessa, Budapest, Bangkok and Beijing. Call the Cruise Web today to get started on your Viking River cruise vacation!

New Orleans, Louisiana

The Big Easy is one of the world’s most fascinating cities and a melting pot of culture, food and music.

Memphis, Tennessee

Musical Memphis is the perfect port along the Mississippi. Indulge in some classic BBQ before enjoying a lively night on the town.

St. Louis, Missouri

Discover culture, beautiful scenery and plenty of beer when you cruise by St. Louis along the Mississippi River.

Saint Paul, United States

Explore the quaint city of Saint Paul, where cultures collide for a unique experience along the Mississippi River.

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Top 10 Viking Mississippi Cruises

• Viking Mississippi 21 Night Grand Mississippi Voyage Departing From New Orleans, Louisiana (Jun 2024 - Jul 2024)
• Viking Mississippi 7 Night Mississippi Delta Explorer Departing From New Orleans, Louisiana (Jun 2024 - Dec 2025)
• Viking Mississippi 14 Night Upper Mississippi Explorer Departing From Memphis, Tennessee (Jun 2024 - Oct 2024)
• Viking Mississippi 14 Night America's Great River Departing From Saint Paul, United States (Jul 2024 - Oct 2025)
• Viking Mississippi 7 Night New Orleans & Southern Charms Departing From New Orleans, Louisiana (Nov 2024 - Dec 2025)
• Viking Mississippi 7 Night Mississippi Delta Explorer Departing From Memphis, Tennessee (Jan 2025 - Dec 2025)
• Viking Mississippi 14 Night The Big Easy to the Gateway City Departing From New Orleans, Louisiana (Jun 2025 - Sep 2025)
• Viking Mississippi 21 Night Mississippi River Odyssey Departing From New Orleans, Louisiana (Jun 2025 - Sep 2025)

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A guide to taking a Viking river cruise along the Mississippi from St. Louis

In 2022, the cruise line began offering service through the Midwest, including from St. Louis to St. Paul, Minnesota.

by Gaby Mendoza

April 4, 2023

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Viking River Cruises has taken travelers across the globe, but now Americans can explore their own backyard with one of the cruise line's new Mississippi routes. Here's what to know before you go.

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The  Viking Mississippi  launched in September 2022. The ship can host up to 386 guests and offers such amenities as free wifi, self-service laundries and laundry service, and various tiers of stateroom suites with two full-size rooms with a large veranda.

Guests can take a dip in the infinity plunge pool on the sun terrace or relax in the Explorer’s Lounge & Bar, with its two-story floor-to-ceiling window that opens up to the bow—an outdoor seating venue to take in the sights. 

For food, there are a variety of options. The River Café serves up everything from American classics to Mamsen’s Norwegian specialities on the top deck, where the Aquavit Terrace also provides an alfresco dining option. To cap off the day, guests can enjoy an evening stroll on the 360-degree promenade deck.

Viking Mississippi river ship on the Miss. River, Louisiana.

There are currently four cruises along the Mississippi River available, with each traveling to different cities and states:

• Heart of the Delta: This eight-day cruise travels from New Orleans to Memphis.
• New Orleans & Southern Charms: This eight-day cruise travels between Mississippi and Louisania, starting and ending in New Orleans.
• America’s Heartland : This eight-day cruise begins in St. Louis and travels north to St. Paul, Minnesota.
• America’s Great River: This more expansive 15-day cruise travels the entire stretch of the Mississippi, beginning in St. Paul and ending in New Orleans.

For St. Louisans interested in boarding from their own hometown, here's what to expect aboard the America's Heartland cruise:

• Day 1 : After checking in at 50 S. Leonor K Sullivan Boulevard, guests can see some of our city’s architectural treasures downtown: the Gateway Arch, the Cathedral Basilica, and City Hall, to name just a few sites.
• Day 2: Travelers will stop in Hannibal, the childhood home of Samuel Clemens (a.k.a. Mark Twain). Visitors can explore the town and see the Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum along with seven museum properties, including the Museum Gallery, which holds 15 original Norman Rockwell paintings.
• Day 3: Guests will stop in Burlington, Iowa, known for its quaint, small-town atmosphere. Visitors will take a guided tour around town, including stops at the Des Moines County Heritage Center, the Capitol Theater, and more. There will also be an opportunity to visit historic Nauvoo.
• Day 4: Stop in the Quad Cities, Iowa, the “Breadbasket” of the United States. Visitors will begin their day with a visit to the John Deere Pavilion and Deere family homes. Afterward, guests can choose between an optional tour of local farms or stroll through the city itself, visiting the Figge Art Museum or the Quad City Botanical Center.
• Day 5: Travelers will explore Dubuque, Iowa, a town that provides a glimpse at what life was like during the Steamboat Era. Dubbed the “Masterpiece on the Mississippi,” the Mathias Ham House is a grand, Victorian-style house built before the Civil War. And visitors can stroll along Galena’s Main Street, lined with shops, pubs, and restaurants.
• Day 6: After a hearty breakfast, guests can explore Crosse, Wisconsin, a city known for its scenic views and historical landmarks.Travelers can enjoy the colorful downtown area or take an optional trip to Decorah, Iowa, a Norwegian immigrant town that's home to the Vesterheim Norwegian-American Museum—and Toppling Goliath Brewing Co.
• Day 7: As the trip comes to an end, guests can enjoy nature in Red Wing, Minnesota, where they will learn more about the American bald eagle at the National Eagle Center. Finally, the cruise ends at St. Paul, Minnesota, where travelers can disembark after breakfast and proceed to their return flights home or stay for an extended vacation in the city. (Guests have the option of arranging direct transfers from the airport to the ship.)

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Viking Mississippi current position

Viking Mississippi current location is at Gulf of Mexico (coordinates 30.45990 N / -91.19301 W) cruising en route to BATON ROUGE. The AIS position was reported 6 minutes ago.

Current itinerary of Viking Mississippi

Viking Mississippi current cruise is 7 days, one-way from New Orleans to Memphis TN . The itinerary starts on 27 Apr, 2024 and ends on 04 May, 2024 .

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The 2022-built Viking Mississippi cruise ship is the first of all 6 (planned) boats built and registered in the USA ( flag-state ). The vessels are also all American crewed. The boat Viking Mississippi operates on the Lower and Upper Mississippi, with departures from homeports NOLA-New Orleans , Memphis TN , St Louis MO , and Minneapolis-Saint Paul MN .

The shipbuilder (and shipowner) is ECO Shipyards - a fully-owned subsidiary of Edison Chouest Offshore (1960-founded as "Edison Chouest Boat Rentals" marine corporation). The ship is operated under charter by the subsidiary company Viking USA LLC via the new brand Viking River Cruises USA .

The vessel is currently USA-flagged (MMSI number 368261120).

Officially inaugurated in September 2022, Viking Mississippi has max passenger capacity 386. Each of the Viking's USA riverboats is a large-sized newbuild vessel ( building cost ~USD 90-100 million per unit), each with 5 decks (4 with cabins), all-balcony staterooms (193), Lido Deck (with an aft-located Sundeck and infinity pool), bow ramp (for passenger landings).

Viking's competitors on the US river cruising market are the companies American Cruise Lines and American Queen Voyages/Steamboat Company (AQSC) .

Decks and Cabins

Viking Mississippi staterooms (193 total) are on 4 decks (out of 5 total) , all with balconies and grouped in 13 cabin grades. All staterooms (except 8x handicap cabins with French Balconies) are with Outside Balconies (step-out verandas). French Balcony staterooms are ADA cabins (wheelchair-accessible), with larger bathrooms and convenient midship location (near the Atrium's lifts). All cabin balconies are fitted with 2 deckchairs and 1 low table. Balcony access is via side-sliding, floor-ceiling glass doors. French Balcony cabins are with floor-ceiling windows, slide-opening to a railing.

Standard (complimentary) cabin amenities include King-size double bed (Viking Explorer Bed, convertible to twins), premium quality linens, luxury pillows, 42-inch smart HDTV with infotainment system (interactive LCDTV with satellite reception, intuitive remote, Internet, complimentary on-demand movies, ship info channel, real-time bow camera "View From the Bridge"), 110/120 V power outlets (USA-standard) with USB charging ports, dimmer lighting (LED), phone (direct-dial), minibar (refrigerator with complimentary soft drinks, bottled water, snacks / stocked once per cruise), spacious wardrobe (slide-opening, with hangers and drawers), mirrored dressing table with chair, 1 coffee table with 2 armchairs, electronic safe box (in the closet), purified water (refilled daily), free Wi-Fi, en-suite bathroom (WC-toilet, single-sink vanity, glass shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror, hairdryer, plush bathrobes and slippers, premium toiletries - by Freyja), individually-controlled air-conditioning, 24-hour room service, dedicated cabin steward, twice-daily housekeeping service.

All categories above V-Veranda Stateroom additionally receive as perks binoculars (in-cabin use only), coffee making machine, MARIUS (traditional Norwegian) wool blankets. PV-Penthouse Veranda and all suites additionally receive once-daily replenished minibar (complimentary alcoholic drinks, sodas, bottled water, snacks). PV cabins get complimentary pressing and shoeshine services, while all suites also get complimentary laundry service and Welcome Gift (bottle of champagne upon boarding). All Suites are with two TVs (1x in the living room, 1x in the bedroom) and large bathrooms (with double-sink vanities).

ES-Explorer Suite (the ship's largest accommodation) is a 2-room suite with the separate bedroom-living room, walk-in closet (mirrored dressing table with chair), dining area (2-seat table), lounge area (3-seater sofa, 2 armchairs, low table), large bathroom (with spa bathtub), wraparound aft-facing balcony with outdoor seating (2 deckchairs with low table) and a double daybed. Explorer Suite cruise prices are also inclusive of "Silver Spirits Beverage Package" (Viking Cruises' alcohol-inclusive unlimited drink package). TS-Terrace Suite is also a 2-room cabin. PV-PS-TS staterooms have 2-seater couches in their lounge areas.

Viking Mississippi riverboat's boarding/embarkation time is fixed (at 11 AM) but cabin access times (room entry) differ by stateroom grade.

• PV-Veranda (3 PM)
• FB-French Balcony and DV-Deluxe Veranda (2 PM)
• PV-Penthouse Veranda (1 PM)
• PS-Penthouse Junior Suite, TS-Terrace Suite and ES-Explorer Suite (11 AM) - which means cabin access is immediately after boarding).

Shipboard facilities and amenities

MS Viking Mississippi riverboat represents a new design inland passenger vessel that is totally different from all currently available on the US market cruise ships. The boat is traditionally large-sized but with a 90% glass-enclosed superstructure. All staterooms and public venues are with floor-ceiling and wall-to-wall windows.

Of all the 5 passenger-accessible decks, 4 are with staterooms. Each cabin deck has a launderette (laundry room with self-service laundromats). Of the riverboat's three Lifts (glass-door elevators), two are in the Atrium (midship) and one is located forward-portside. The elevators access all decks (1-5). All decks are also interlinked via stairs (forward, midship and aft).

Signature venues on Viking Mississippi include the trademarked and available on all Viking cruise ships (Longships and ocean liners) Explorers' Lounge (2-deck Bar Lounge) with Bow Terrace (outdoor seating), The Living Room (indoor Lounge with Library), The Restaurant (Dining Room) with Galley (Kitchen), River Cafe (indoor-outdoor Lido restaurant and bar lounge), Aquavit Terrace (indoor-outdoor lounge with BBQ area), Sun Terrace (outdoor lounge with sundeck and swimming pool / Infinity Plunge Pool), Promenade Deck (full-circling Deck 1).

Viking USA river cruise itineraries

Viking River Cruises USA officially started operations with MS Viking Mississippi with the maiden voyage in 2022 (8-day "America’s Heartland" itinerary from St Paul MN to St Louis MO/departing from Saint Paul on September 3rd).

Viking USA's bookings opened in 2020 - on March 31st (for past customers) and on April 16th (for the general public).

Currently, the company offers 4 itineraries.

The above-listed prices are only indicative and based on double occupancy. The following video highlights Viking Cruises' Mississippi River shore excursion experiences.

The next itinerary map shows all visited river ports and in which US state.are they located.

The Viking Mississippi itinerary program offers to visit seven US states - Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Missouri, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.

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In 2015 was officially announced Viking's plan to enter USA's river cruising market by chartering newbuild ships for year-round operations on Mississippi River. However, the process was slowed due to issues regarding the so-called "Jones Act" (Merchant Marine Act from 1920). It imposes restrictions on where USA-based ships can navigate and how to be staffed.

In October 2018 was announced as a potential start-up (with Mississippi-based boats) the year 2021. By 2027, Viking plans to increase its annual passenger river shipping capacity to 100,000+ (compared to 2018's 50,600) by deploying six Viking riverboats in the USA. The 7-night/8-day itineraries include roundtrips from New Orleans , as well as one-ways between New Orleans and Memphis TN , and between St Louis MO and Minneapolis-Saint Paul MN .

Viking Mississippi was constructed at the Edison Chouest Offshore (ECO) Shipyards-owned company LaShip Shipyard (Houma, Louisiana USA). Due to strong demand, bookings for Viking's 2023-2024 itinerary program opened on July 2, 2020. Viking's Mississippi River year-round deployment is expected to bring 7500+ passengers in 2022 and 17600+ tourists during the full 2023 season.

Viking Mississippi was launched/floated out from drydock on March 7, 2022. The ceremony was led by godmother/madrina Dionne Chouest (Edison Chouest Offshore's General Counsel).

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(MAIDEN VOYAGE/2022) 7-day St Louis to St Paul - priced from USD 4790 pp

14-day from St Paul to Port NOLA (New Orleans)

7-day from New Orleans to Memphis (USD 6990 pp)

(Southern Celebration) 7-day roundtrip from New Orleans (USD 4290 pp)

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Viking Mississippi

Hosting 386 guests in 193 all outside staterooms, the new state-of-the-art Viking Mississippi is inspired by our award-winning Viking Longships® and ocean ships and features clean Scandinavian design, as well as public spaces that are familiar to guests but that have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. Purpose-built for the Mississippi, the ship’s cutting-edge design, expansive windows and comfortable amenities make it the first truly modern cruise ship in the region.

• Only 386 guests
• Length: 450 feet
• Beam: 75 feet
• Class: river ship
• Year built: 2022

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• 193 comfortable all outside staterooms (128 Veranda & Deluxe Veranda Staterooms, 8 French Balcony Staterooms, 24 Penthouse Veranda Staterooms, 16 Penthouse Junior Suites, 7 Terrace Suites, 10 Explorer Suites)
• All suites feature two full-size rooms with large veranda
• Sun Terrace with Infinity Plunge Pool
• Stroll the full 360-degree promenade deck for views of scenic landscapes and regional wildlife
• The Bow, a quiet sitting area at the front of the ship
• Aquavit Terrace, a revolutionary indoor/outdoor viewing area for al fresco dining or an American barbecue experience
• The Explorers' Lounge and Bar with two-story panoramic views of the Mississippi
• River Café, a new way to dine featuring American classics
• Elevators throughout the ship
• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
• Self-service launderettes and laundry service
• Intelligent energy-efficient propulsion systems produce less vibrations for a smoother ride
• 42" flat-screen LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand

Stateroom Features

The purpose-built Viking Mississippi offers a wide variety of staterooms for your selection. From Veranda Staterooms to the abundance of extra perks and amenities in our spacious Explorer Suites, there is no finer way to travel. And whichever stateroom you choose, you will find it beautifully designed in the understated elegance for which Viking is known.

Explorer Suite (ES)

• Stateroom size: 657–1,024 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with private wraparound balcony, private veranda and well-appointed living room & dining area
• Wheelchair Accessible (#300 only)
• King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
• Additional 42" flat-screen interactive LCD TVs in sitting area
• 110/120 volt US-standard outlets & USB ports
• Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, bathtub, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
• Premium Freyja® toiletries
• Plush robes & slippers
• Telephone, safe, refrigerator
• Individual climate control
• Purified water refilled daily
• Welcome bottle of champagne
• Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily)
• Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket
• Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
• Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
• Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
• Silver Spirits beverage package included
• Under-bed suitcase storage space
• Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers

Terrace Suite (TS)

• Stateroom size: 425 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to an extensive veranda
• Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer

Penthouse Junior Suite (PS)

• Stateroom size: 400 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda
• Additional 42" flat-screen interactive LCD TVs in living area

Penthouse Veranda Stateroom (PV)

• Stateroom size: 336 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
• Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
• Complimentary pressing & shoe shine services

Deluxe Veranda Stateroom (DV)

• Stateroom size: 268 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily)

French Balcony Stateroom (FB)

• Stateroom size: 301 sq ft
• River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Private bathroom with accessible shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer

Veranda Stateroom (V)

• Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks

Itineraries This Ship Sails

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Ship Highlights

Hosting 386 guests in 193 all outside staterooms, the new state-of-the-art Viking Mississippi is inspired by our award-winning Viking Longships® and ocean ships feature clean Scandinavian design, as well as public spaces that are familiar to guests but that have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. Purpose-built for the Mississippi, the ship's cutting-edge design, expansive windows and comfortable amenities make it the first truly modern cruise ship in the region.

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Inspired by our award-winning river and ocean ships, this state-of-the-art vessel features clean, Scandinavian design and public spaces that are familiar to our guests but have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. (2022)

Introducing Viking Mississippi

Welcome to four destination-focused, culturally enriching journeys along the Mississippi River—designed for curious, experienced travelers seeking an in-depth look at the history and heritage of America’s heartland and the soul of the South.

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February 2022. The 386-guest Viking Mississippi ® was “floated out” in Louisiana, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to debut in summer 2022, the Viking Mississippi will sail Viking’s highly anticipated voyages on the Lower and Upper Mississippi River, between New Orleans and St. Paul.

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Viking Mississippi

Hosting 386 guests in 193 all outside staterooms, the new state-of-the-art Viking Mississippi is inspired by our award-winning Viking Longships® and ocean ships and features clean Scandinavian design, as well as public spaces that are familiar to guests but that have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. Purpose-built for the Mississippi, the ship’s cutting-edge design, expansive windows and comfortable amenities make it the first truly modern cruise ship in the region.

• Only 386 guests
• Length: 450 feet
• Beam: 75 feet
• Class: river ship
• Year built: 2022

Interactive Deck Plan

Hover and click on the deck plan to explore the ship. 0), attr: { 'href': pdfurl }" class="ignore" target="_blank">see a pdf version of the deck plan., ship features.

• 193 comfortable all outside staterooms (128 Veranda & Deluxe Veranda Staterooms, 8 French Balcony Staterooms, 24 Penthouse Veranda Staterooms, 16 Penthouse Junior Suites, 7 Terrace Suites, 10 Explorer Suites)
• All suites feature two full-size rooms with large veranda
• Sun Terrace with Infinity Plunge Pool
• Stroll the full 360-degree promenade deck for views of scenic landscapes and regional wildlife
• The Bow, a quiet sitting area at the front of the ship
• Aquavit Terrace, a revolutionary indoor/outdoor viewing area for al fresco dining or an American barbecue experience
• The Explorers' Lounge and Bar with two-story panoramic views of the Mississippi
• River Café, a new way to dine featuring American classics
• Elevators throughout the ship
• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
• Self-service launderettes and laundry service
• Intelligent energy-efficient propulsion systems produce less vibrations for a smoother ride
• 42" flat-screen LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand

Stateroom Features

The purpose-built Viking Mississippi offers a wide variety of staterooms for your selection. From Veranda Staterooms to the abundance of extra perks and amenities in our spacious Explorer Suites, there is no finer way to travel. And whichever stateroom you choose, you will find it beautifully designed in the understated elegance for which Viking is known.

Explorer Suite (ES)

• Stateroom size: 657–1,024 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with private wraparound balcony, private veranda and well-appointed living room & dining area
• Wheelchair Accessible (#300 only)
• King-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
• Additional 42" flat-screen interactive LCD TVs in sitting area
• 110/120 volt US-standard outlets & USB ports
• Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, bathtub, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
• Premium Freyja® toiletries
• Plush robes & slippers
• Telephone, safe, refrigerator
• Individual climate control
• Purified water refilled daily
• Welcome bottle of champagne
• Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily)
• Traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket
• Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
• Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
• Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
• Silver Spirits beverage package included
• Under-bed suitcase storage space
• Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers

Terrace Suite (TS)

• Stateroom size: 425 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to an extensive veranda
• Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer

Penthouse Junior Suite (PS)

• Stateroom size: 400 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda
• Additional 42" flat-screen interactive LCD TVs in living area

Penthouse Veranda Stateroom (PV)

• Stateroom size: 336 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
• Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
• Complimentary pressing & shoe shine services

Deluxe Veranda Stateroom (DV)

• Stateroom size: 268 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks (replenished once daily)

French Balcony Stateroom (FB)

• Stateroom size: 301 sq ft
• River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
• Wheelchair Accessible
• Private bathroom with accessible shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer

Veranda Stateroom (V)

• Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks

Itineraries This Ship Sails

NEW! Mississippi Delta Explorer

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America’s Heartland

New Orleans & Southern Charms

America’s Great River

NEW! Upper Mississippi Explorer

Grand Mississippi Voyage

NEW! The Big Easy to the Gateway City

NEW! Mississippi River Odyssey

Heart of the Delta

Ship Highlights

Hosting 386 guests in 193 all outside staterooms, the new state-of-the-art Viking Mississippi is inspired by our award-winning Viking Longships® and ocean ships feature clean Scandinavian design, as well as public spaces that are familiar to guests but that have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. Purpose-built for the Mississippi, the ship's cutting-edge design, expansive windows and comfortable amenities make it the first truly modern cruise ship in the region.

Ship Videos

Inspired by our award-winning river and ocean ships, this state-of-the-art vessel features clean, Scandinavian design and public spaces that are familiar to our guests but have been reimagined for Mississippi River voyages. (2022)

Introducing Viking Mississippi

Welcome to four destination-focused, culturally enriching journeys along the Mississippi River—designed for curious, experienced travelers seeking an in-depth look at the history and heritage of America’s heartland and the soul of the South.

Viking Mississippi Float Out

February 2022. The 386-guest Viking Mississippi ® was “floated out” in Louisiana, marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water. Set to debut in summer 2022, the Viking Mississippi will sail Viking’s highly anticipated voyages on the Lower and Upper Mississippi River, between New Orleans and St. Paul.

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Viking is unusual among major cruise lines in that it operates both ocean ships and river ships. Despite this, it has one of the easiest-to-understand fleets.

The vast majority of Viking’s river ships — at last count, there were 80 — feature the same design. If you’ve seen one of them, you’ve seen them all.

Ditto for the line’s ocean ships. Nine of Viking’s 11 ocean ships are nearly identical. The two exceptions are the recently unveiled Viking ocean vessels specifically designed for expedition cruising — a type of cruising that involves traveling to remote, hard-to-reach places on hardy vessels that carry their own landing craft.

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As a result, the bulk of Viking’s vessels falls into one of just three groups; all the ships in each group sport nearly identical designs.

An introduction to Viking cruise ships

Viking has expanded enormously in recent years with the addition of dozens of new river and ocean ships.

Founded in 1997 with four river vessels, the company operated just 29 ships as recently as 2012. Now, there are more than 90 ships in its fleet.

The vast majority of these ships are river ships — the company’s sole focus for its first 18 years in business. The company dominates the market for river cruises aimed at North Americans, accounting for about 50% of all such trips.

Starting in 2015, Viking began rolling out ocean cruise ships, too.

In early 2023, as noted above, Viking had 80 river ships in its fleet — almost all of which have the same basic design. The exceptions are a few vessels that Viking operates on rivers in Egypt and Asia (more on these ships below). The line also recently began offering cruises on the Mississippi River and its tributaries using a new type of vessel.

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Viking’s ocean ships fall into two distinct groups: a series of 930-passenger traditional ocean ships that began debuting in 2015, and a series of 378-passenger expedition ships that began debuting in 2022.

Unlike most cruise lines, Viking doesn’t use the term “classes” to define different sets of ships in its fleet. Instead, it refers to its series of traditional ocean ships as the “Viking ocean ships” and its series of expedition ships as the “Viking expedition ships.” We’ve followed the same breakdown of the line’s ocean and river fleet below.

Viking ocean ships

Ships: Viking Saturn (2023), Viking Neptune (2022), Viking Mars (2022), Viking Venus (2021), Viking Jupiter (2019), Viking Orion (2018), Zhao Shang Yi Dun (2017), Viking Sky (2017), Viking Sea (2016) and Viking Star (2015).

Size: 47,800 tons.

For years, Viking only operated river ships, and some cruisers still think of the brand primarily as a river cruise company. However, since 2015, Viking has been rapidly rolling out a series of upscale ocean vessels; these new additions are increasingly dominating the world of higher-end ocean cruising.

As of June 2023, Viking has nine ships sailing the world’s oceans, each with a capacity for 930 passengers. That gives Viking 8,370 berths in the upscale ocean cruise market — more than competitors Oceania Cruises and Azamara combined.

The series is far from finished. Six more of the vessels are on order from Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for delivery between 2024 and 2028, and the company also has options with Fincantieri for four more of the ships to debut in 2029 and 2030. Assuming they are all built, Viking’s ocean division will soon be bigger than Oceania, Azamara, Seabourn and Silversea Cruises  combined.

The first thing to know about the ships in this series is that they all are pretty much identical. When sailing on any one of them, you will be hard-pressed to tell what is different.

They’re also quite upscale. While Viking doesn’t market itself as a luxury line, some still consider it so. The vessels are full of luxury touches, from sumptuous bedding in cabins to heated floors in cabin bathrooms.

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Each of the ships in this series has a stylish, Scandinavian-influenced design that is a Viking trademark, and the cabins are large by cruise ship standards. Even the smallest cabins on each of the vessels have 270 square feet of space — a generous amount. Many cabins are significantly bigger than that, with 14 two-room suites on each of the vessels ranging in size from 757 to 1,448 square feet. Many of these bigger suites offer sweeping views from wrap-around private balconies.

Each of the ships’ interior spaces is built around an elegant, three-deck-high atrium filled with comfortable seating areas that have a living room-like feel. Each also has a bar and guest relations desk. At the top of the ships, you’ll find two-deck-high, glass-walled lounges that offer stunning views over the bow. Other interior spaces include a fitness center and a stylish spa with a thermal suite area that is open to all passengers at no extra charge (something that is not common on cruise vessels).

Multiple restaurants on board each of the vessels include Italian eatery Manfredi’s (named after former Silversea owner Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, a friend of Viking founder Torstein Hagen) and The Chef’s Table. The latter features rotating themed menus.

The centerpiece of the top deck of each of the ships is the main pool area, which features a glass magrodome that can close during inclement weather. The main pool area on each of the ships sits next to a lovely, glass-topped lounge with comfortable seating called the Wintergarden, which is home to afternoon tea. A den of serenity, it’s one of our favorite places on these vessels.

A secondary pool area with an infinity pool is at the back of each of the ships.

While all of the ships in this series are essentially identical, you will find small differences on a few of them. Most notably, two of the vessels in the series — Viking Orion and Viking Jupiter — have a small planetarium built into the top level of the two-level lounge at their fronts (known as the Explorers’ Lounge). Some of the later ships in the series have slightly larger fitness centers and slightly smaller hair salons.

Note that in addition to the nine Viking ocean ships officially in the Viking fleet, a 10th ship from the same series, Zhao Shang Yi Dun, caters exclusively to the China market as part of a joint venture between Viking and a Chinese company. When it debuted in 2017, the ship originally catered to the North American market and was called Viking Sun.

Viking river ships

Ships: Viking Fjorgyn (2022), Viking Kari (2022), Viking Radgrid (2022), Viking Skaga (2022) and more than 60 other Longships built since 2012, as well as additional river vessels.

Size: 4,000 to 5,000 tons.

River ships originally put Viking on the map, and they’re still at the core of the brand.

As noted above, the line has 80 river ships in its fleet. The vast majority of them have the same basic design and are known as Longships — a reference to the historic vessels used by Vikings in the Middle Ages.

Unveiled in 2012 and designed specifically to fit into the locks used across many of Europe’s rivers, the Longships broke new ground in river ship design in multiple ways.

For starters, they have a configuration that includes some of the largest suites ever for river ships in Europe. They also have a significant number of cabins with balconies — which is made possible by an innovative cabin area layout that offsets main corridors. (In other words, the corridors don’t run down the middle of the ship, creating a wider side with space for balconies and a narrower side with cabins turned sideways to also create room for verandas.)

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Other innovations include a squared-off bow that allows for eight more cabins than similarly sized ships operated by competitors. Also, quieter engines allow for more cabins at the rear. An enormous amount of groundbreaking engineering went into redesigning the bow areas of the ships, in particular, to enable extra cabins while still leaving room for needed machinery.

As a result of such innovations, the Viking Longships can carry more passengers than similarly sized ships operated by competitors. This has allowed Viking to offer lower prices than other river cruise lines and still bring in a similar amount of revenue per ship — a fact that has contributed greatly to the company’s rapid growth.

Like many river ships, each of the Viking Longships has one main restaurant where most passengers eat their meals as well as one main interior lounge with a bar. There’s also a secondary, casual dining area at the front of each vessel with indoor and outdoor seating. (The outdoor portion, called the Aquavit Terrace, also serves as a forward-facing outdoor lounge during off hours.) Unlike many river ships, the vessels have no spas or fitness centers.

As is typical for river ships, the top of every Viking Longship is covered with an expansive lounge area. There’s also a walking track and an herb garden — the latter used by the kitchen staff to grow herbs used during the preparation of onboard meals.

Most Viking Longships are 443 feet long — the perfect length to fit into the locks on many of Europe’s rivers. Viking also built slightly smaller versions of the Longships, measuring 361 feet or 410 feet in length, specifically to sail on rivers where lock sizes or other navigational factors require smaller vessels. The 410-foot-long versions of the vessels, for instance, were specifically built to sail into the heart of Paris on the Seine River.

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While the Longships come in several different lengths, they are essentially identical in their offerings and decor. The only notable difference is that the smaller versions of the ships have fewer cabins and thus hold fewer people. The 443-foot-long versions of the ship are designed for 190 passengers, for example, whereas the 410-foot-long versions of the vessels hold 168 passengers (since they have 11 fewer cabins).

While most Viking river ships are Longships, there are a few exceptions in the Viking river fleet. Viking operates several smaller, purpose-built vessels on the Nile River in Egypt. It also has several older river vessels that predate the Longships and traditionally have operated on rivers in Russia and Ukraine. (For now, river cruise itineraries in both countries are on hold due to the war in Ukraine.)

Viking also recently began sailings on the Mississippi River with a new ship specifically designed for the river and its tributaries.

As of May 2023, Viking had another 14 river ships either under construction or on order via provisional contracts.

Related: First look at Viking’s stylish new Nile River ship

Viking expedition ships

Ships: Viking Polaris (2022) and Viking Octantis (2022).

Size: 30,150 tons.

Designed to hold just 378 passengers, the Viking expedition ships are specifically designed to take travelers to the most off-the-beaten-path parts of the world, including Antarctica and the Arctic.

As of now, Viking operates just two ships in the series, Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris, both of which debuted in 2022 . No more are currently on order.

As is typical for expedition ships, these are tough vessels with reinforced bows that let them bump through ice in polar regions; the ships also have extra tanks for fuel and food.

Each of these vessels has its own landing craft on board to bring people ashore in remote locations, as well as kayaks and even submarines for exploring. (The latter is the hot new thing for expedition ships — upscale cruise brands Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Seabourn have been adding submarines to expedition ships , too.)

Like other expedition ships, both Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris are designed to operate with a large and seasoned “expedition team” that includes biologists, botanists, geologists, glaciologists and ornithologists who lecture regularly.

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Each of the vessels has several new and unusual features, too. Most notable is The Hangar: an enclosed marina that allows passengers to transfer to a 12-seat excursion craft while still in the protected interior of the ship. It’s a first for an expedition cruise ship.

In another first for a polar expedition cruise vessel, every cabin has floor-to-ceiling glass walls that slide partially open from the top to create a balcony-like feel.

Both Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris are designed to be upscale. Like all Viking’s vessels, they boast elegant Scandinavian designs. The restaurants on both vessels include a version of Viking’s signature Italian spot, Manfredi’s and the Scandinavian-inspired Mamsen’s outlet.

Another feature of both ships that will be familiar to regular Viking customers is a top-of-the-ship, glass-walled Explorers’ Lounge offering stunning views of passing scenery.

In case you’re curious, Viking Octantis is named after Sigma Octantis, the current “south star” that hovers over the South Pole (also known as Polaris Australis). Polaris is named after the current “north star” that hovers over the North Pole. The names are a nod to the polar regions where these expedition ships will likely spend much of their time.

Bottom line

Viking operates more cruise vessels than any other major cruise company catering to North Americans. This is in part because it’s involved in both the ocean cruise and river cruise businesses. Despite its large size, its fleet of vessels is relatively easy to understand. The vast majority of both its ocean ships and river ships are almost identical in their designs.

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