Viking

Whether you have your sights set on uncovering the mystique of the Middle East or retracing the footsteps of great explorers, a luxury cruise offers a passage to places of profound historical and cultural significance.

Viking has unveiled six exciting new itineraries for Asia in 2025, offering exclusive access to Japan, China, and Tibet (Xizang).

Visiting the best of Europe’s capital cities comes with the promise of vibrant streets, exotic cuisines, and snapshots of cultures markedly different from our own. A city break is often the tried and tested method of doing just that, effectively compressing a whirlwind of adventures into a few memorable days.

The Danube sets the stage for a truly incredible voyage. This storied waterway winds its way through ten countries, each offering a vantage point like no other to the old-world charm and modern allure of the continent’s diverse cultures. Witness the natural beauty, grand cities, and quaint villages that line…

The newest Viking river ship, Viking Osiris, has officially been named at an intimate ceremony in Luxor, Egypt. The latest shop to join the fleet was blessed by George Herbert, the 8th Earl of Carnarvon, in a naval tradition that bids the vessel good fortune and sailing. A number of…

We’re craving something exotic this week and sweet layers of honey-soaked pastry hit the spot. This Greek classic has been made since ancient times and is popular around the Mediterranean. To say we’d quite like to be eating this pistachio version somewhere in Santorini is an understatement. Thankfully, Viking are…

Viking Mars, the latest ocean ship to join the fleet, has officially been named at a low-key ceremony in the Maltese capital of Valletta. The ship’s Godmother, Lady Fiona Carnarvon, the Countess of Carnarvon, was on hand to offer a blessing of good fortune and sailing for the brand-new vessel….

Viking has revealed its partnership with the new Downton Abbey film, reaffirming the company’s commitment to cultural programming. The ocean and river cruise line has joined with Focus Features, Universal Pictures and Carnival Films ahead of the film’s UK release on 29 April 2022. The continuation of the 2019 feature…

Eight new Viking river cruise ships have joined the fleet Viking, in an event that coincides with the company’s 25th anniversary celebrations. Four of the new Viking ships, Viking Fjorgyn, Viking Kari, Viking Radgrid and Viking Skaga, have been specifically designed to navigate the River Seine. As a result, guests…

Viking has taken delivery of the first of two expedition ships, ahead of her inaugural cruise next month. Viking Octantis will officially be named in April 2022 before making her way to the Great Lakes for a series of spring and summer itineraries. The second purpose-built expedition ship, Viking Polaris,…