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The Viking Difference

Destination focused. Culturally enriching. Carefully curated.

Discover what makes us the world’s leading small ship cruise line.

Infographic comparing Viking to competitors based on Travel + Leisure ratings

Voted The #1 Ocean Cruise Line

The Thinking Person’s Cruise

Viking Ocean Ship towering through a canal in Venice.

The Small Ship Experts

Two Viking ocean ships sailing past a Greek city

Award-Winning Ocean Fleet

The Wintergarden, containing chirs and couches to relax by.

Serene Scandinavian Spaces

The bedroom of a Viking stateroom

All Veranda Staterooms & Suites

The Restaurant window view

Destination-Focused Dining

A bartender serving two men

Award-Winning Service

Three women performing music in front of a piano

Onboard Enrichment

Karine Hagen embracing a laughing friend

Onshore Experiences

A couple enjoying the breeze on the veranda of their Explorers Suite.

Viking Inclusive Value

Viking Ocean vessels in Santorini, Greece

What Viking Is Not