Viking River Cruise Ships By Age: Newest to Oldest (2026)
Viking River Cruises has redefined river cruising with its elegant, modern fleet that navigates the world’s most iconic rivers. From the Rhine and Danube to the Seine and Douro, Viking’s ships offer travelers an intimate yet luxurious way to explore the world.
Viking has continued to evolve, with each vessel thoughtfully designed with Scandinavian-inspired interiors, spacious all-veranda staterooms, and a focus on comfort and relaxation, allowing guests to enjoy the journey as much as the destinations themselves.
For those curious about the evolution of Viking’s river fleet, exploring the ships by age provides a fascinating perspective on how the line has grown and innovated over the years.
Viking Longships
Length: ~443 feet
Passengers: ~190 guests
The Viking Longships fleet forms the heart of Viking River Cruises. Longships feature innovative layouts, including the revolutionary Aquavit Terrace for indoor/outdoor dining, as well as a variety of stateroom categories that cater to different travel styles. Designed to navigate Europe’s rivers with ease, Viking Longships deliver a consistent, high-quality cruising experience that combines cultural enrichment, fine dining, and modern amenities.
Ship name
Year
Viking Haki
2026
Viking Halogi
2026
Viking Rota
2026
Viking Sjofn
2026
Viking Annar
2025
Viking Dagur
2025
Viking Honir
2025
Viking Eldir
2025
Viking Egdir
2022
Viking Gymir
2022
Viking Gersemi
2020
Viking Hervor
2020
Viking Einar
2019
Viking Sigrun
2019
Viking Sigyn
2019
Viking Tir
2019
Viking Ullur
2019
Viking Vali
2019
Viking Embla
2017
Viking Herja
2017
Viking Hild
2017
Viking Alruna
2016
Viking Egil
2016
Viking Kadlin
2016
Viking Rolf
2016
Viking Tialfi
2016
Viking Vilhjalm
2016
Viking Eir
2015
Viking Gefjon
2015
Viking Lofn
2015
Viking Mimir
2015
Viking Modi
2015
Viking Skirnir
2015
Viking Ve
2015
Viking Vidar
2015
Viking Vili
2015
Viking Alsvin
2014
Viking Bestla
2014
Viking Buri
2014
Viking Delling
2014
Viking Eistla
2014
Viking Gullveig
2014
Viking Heimdal
2014
Viking Hermod
2014
Viking Hlin
2014
Viking Idi
2014
Viking Ingvi
2014
Viking Kara
2014
Viking Kvasir
2014
Viking Lif
2014
Viking Mani
2014
Viking Atla
2013
Viking Baldur
2013
Viking Bragi
2013
Viking Forseti
2013
Viking Jarl
2013
Viking Magni
2013
Viking Rinda
2013
Viking Skadi
2013
Viking Tor
2013
Viking Var
2013
Viking Aegir
2012
Viking Freya
2012
Viking Idun
2012
Viking Odin
2012
Viking Europe River Ships
Viking’s Europe river fleet blends graceful Scandinavian design with engineering built specifically for historic European waterways. Whether navigating the Seine, Rhine, Danube, Rhône, Moselle, Elbe, or Douro, these ships are crafted for comfort and style.
Duro River Ships
Length: 262 feet
Passengers: 106 guests
The Viking Douro ships consist of vessels custom-built to navigate Portugal’s scenic Douro River. Highlights include full verandas or French balconies, the Aquavit Terrace for indoor/outdoor dining, sun decks with shaded spaces, and public areas with panoramic windows for enjoying the stunning landscapes along the Douro.
Ship name
Year
Viking Gyda
2025
Viking Helgrim
2019
Viking Osfrid
2016
Viking Hemming
2014
Viking Torgil
2014
Elbe River Ships
Length: 361 feet
Passengers: 98 guests
The Viking Elbe ships are purpose-built vessels in the Viking Longships line, designed to gracefully navigate Germany’s historic Elbe River. What sets them apart is their customized hulls and engines built specifically for the Elbe — engineered for shallow water or variable river conditions. Their itineraries include the “Elegant Elbe” cruises between Berlin and Prague (or vice versa), showcasing landscapes like Saxon Switzerland, the Czech border regions, and unspoiled towns along the Elbe.
Ship name
Year
Viking Astrild
2015
Viking Beyla
2015
Seine River Ships
Length: 410 feet
Passengers: 168 guests
Viking’s Seine ships are a subgroup of their Longships fleet specially engineered for navigating the Seine River and its unique waterways. Cruising round-trip from Paris, the Seine Longships allow guests to explore Normandy’s pastoral landscapes, the historic towns of Rouen and Giverny, and immerse themselves in French art, culture, and cuisine.
Ship name
Year
Viking Fjolvar
2026
Viking Nerthus
2025
Viking Fjorgyn
2020
Viking Kari
2020
Viking Radgrid
2020
Viking Skaga
2020
Viking Egypt River Ships
Length: ~236 feet
Passengers: 62 – 82 guests
Viking’s Egypt River cruise fleet is specially built to navigate the Nile, offering a blend of luxury, history, and comfort. What sets Viking’s Nile fleet apart is its focus on immersive experiences. Beyond just cruising, the itineraries include stays in Cairo, visits to ancient temples, the Valley of the Kings and Queens, and culturally rich shoreside excursions. With elegant accommodations and smaller ship sizes, you get a more personal and relaxed way to explore Egypt’s wonders.
Ship name
Year
Viking Anubis
2027
Viking Geb
2027
Viking Ptah
2026
Viking Sekhmet
2026
Viking Amun
2025
Viking Thoth
2025
Viking Hathor
2024
Viking Sobek
2024
Viking Aton
2023
Viking Osiris
2022
MS Antares
2018
Viking Ra
2017
Viking Mississippi River Ship
Length: ~450 feet
Passengers: ~386 guests
Year Built: 2022
The Viking Mississippi is Viking River Cruises’ first purpose-built river ship for the Mississippi River. The ship sails itineraries on both the Upper and Lower Mississippi, offering culturally rich voyages through states like Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Minnesota.
Viking Asia River Ships
Length: 246 – 259 feet
Passengers: ~80 guests
Viking’s Asia river fleet is tailored for immersive journeys along the Mekong and Brahmaputra rivers. Itineraries include multi-day “Magnificent Mekong” cruises that take guests through Cambodia and Vietnam, with stops in cultural highlights like floating markets, ancient temples, and capital cities. Newer ships in the fleet increase capacity and ensure a refined, destination-focused experience.
Beda Pavek is a seasoned cruiser, logging her first cruise in 1992 with Monarch of the Seas. That cruise was impactful and started a love of cruising ever since. Living in Florida helps to add to that love as several ports are a short drive away. Beda brings a unique aspect to Candid Cruise and Travel, as she's living life in her retirement years and loving every minute of it!
