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Cruise ships sailing on scenic river

Discover all seven continents from the water

From Europe’s iconic waterways and the storied shores of the Mediterranean to the breathtaking Canadian High Arctic and stunning Antarctica, all of our river, ocean and expedition voyages offer a singular Viking experience, featuring destination-focused, culturally enriching journeys on board award-winning small ships with unparalleled service and comfort.

Cruise ship in Sydney Harbor at sunset

5 Oceans

With more than 100 itineraries across five oceans, our award-winning fleet of small sister ships is the right size for wherever you are in the world. This gives our vessels the ability to dock in the world’s greatest cities such as London, Barcelona and Sydney, as well as seldom-visited small ports that are out of reach for mega-liners, including Eidfjord, Gdańsk and Nanortalik.

Rocky shoreline with clear blue water

5 Great Lakes

Our state-of-the-art expedition ships take you to the heart of one of North America’s most spectacular natural wonders—the Great Lakes. View boreal forests and rugged shorelines, look for beavers and muskrats from one of our Special Operations Boats or step inside one of our uniquely designed submarines and explore the depths of Lake Huron.

Historic Istanbul skyline at sunset

7 Continents

Viking offers opportunities for you to achieve travel milestones on all seven continents. Sail storied rivers like the Rhine and Danube in Europe, the Nile in Africa and the Mekong in Asia. Explore six continents on ocean cruises with enriching overnight stays in Oslo, Istanbul, Sydney and many more iconic cities. On our unique Longitudinal World Cruises, journey from the Arctic and across North and South America to Antarctica.

Ancient Egyptian temple by the Nile River

21 Rivers

Our meticulously crafted itineraries span 21 rivers around the globe, from the captivating waterways of Europe and the life-giving waters of the Mekong in Vietnam and Cambodia to the storied waters of the Nile in Egypt and the charms of the “Mighty Mississippi” in the US. Our newest offerings will debut in 2027 along India’s legendary Brahmaputra River.

Colorful houses on snowy mountain slope

85+ Countries

Maximize your airfare and time away from home by joining us on a Grand Journey, which combines two or more itineraries. Delve into Greenland’s and Canada’s Arctic charms, sail the legendary Panama Canal and visit Ushuaia, the world’s southernmost city. Our Viking World Cruise is another epic voyage, visiting dozens of countries across six continents, with overnight stays in ports like Ho Chi Minh City and Mumbai.

Traditional boat ride in floating market

450+ Awards

We are very proud to be a global leader in experiential travel. Our destination-focused, culturally immersive approach to travel, coupled with our impeccable onboard service, has helped us garner more than 450 consumer and industry awards. We are particularly honored that readers of Condé Nast Traveler have voted us #1 for Rivers and #1 for Oceans five years in a row.

Scenic view of Regensburg city and Danube River

500+ Ports

Our onboard enrichment programs and onshore excursions immerse you in your destinations, bringing local culture and history to life in more than 500 ports worldwide. In many locales, you can experience the ease of stepping off your ship into the heart of your destination. From iconic capitals like Budapest, Athens and Phnom Penh to charming towns like Passau and Vernon, unforgettable experiences await.

Group photo on cruise ship with scenic backdrop

11,000 Employees

At Viking, we refer to our workforce as our “Viking Family.” Our global staff and award-winning onboard crew of more than 11,000 employees represent over 90 nationalities—all of whom are dedicated to ensuring every detail of your journey is seamless and truly unforgettable.