🌟 Welcome Aboard Viking Vesta – Designed for the Curious Traveler
Scheduled to launch in mid-2025, Viking Vesta is the newest addition to the award-winning Viking Ocean Cruises fleet. Built with Viking’s signature Scandinavian-inspired elegance, destination-focused itineraries, and adults-only policy, Viking Vesta is poised to redefine the meaning of small-ship luxury.
With space for just 998 guests, Viking Vesta delivers a refined, serene, and immersive travel experience, allowing passengers to enjoy the world’s most intriguing destinations in comfort, without crowds or casino-style distractions.
📊 Key Details – Viking Vesta Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Cruise Line | Viking Ocean Cruises 🇺🇸 |
| Ship Name | Viking Vesta 🛳️ |
| Launch Year | 2025 📅 |
| Gross Tonnage | ~54,300 GT ⚖️ |
| Passenger Capacity | 998 guests 👥 |
| Crew Members | 465 staff 👨✈️ |
| Staterooms | All with private verandas 🌅 |
| Length | ~745 feet (~227 meters) ⚓ |
| Ship Class | Identical to other ocean ships in Viking’s fleet 🧭 |
| Decks | 9 guest decks 🧳 |
🌍 Viking’s Philosophy – Enrichment over Entertainment
Viking Vesta is built for travelers who seek enrichment over distraction, learning over loudness, and authenticity over artificial thrills. Like its sister ships, Viking Vesta offers:
- 📚 Expert-led onboard lectures from historians, scientists, and authors
- 🎭 Destination performances, classical music, and TED-style talks
- 📸 Immersive shore excursions in every port
- 🚫 No casinos, no kids, no water slides – just cultured cruising
- 🧘 Wellness programs focused on Nordic traditions
Every element is designed to align with Viking’s ethos: “The Thinking Person’s Cruise”.
🛌 Staterooms – All Veranda Cabins with Scandinavian Comfort
Unlike many cruise lines, every stateroom aboard Viking Vesta includes a private veranda. Whether you’re in a Penthouse or an entry-level cabin, you’ll enjoy:
- 🌅 Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
- 🛏️ King-size beds with luxury linens
- 🛁 Large bathrooms with glass-enclosed showers and heated floors
- 🖥️ 42″ flat-screen LCD TV with infotainment system
- ☕ Mini-bar, coffee machine, and 24-hour room service
- 🧼 Thoughtfully designed storage, soft lighting, and clean aesthetics
Stateroom Categories:
- Veranda Stateroom (V)
- Deluxe Veranda (DV)
- Penthouse Veranda (PV)
- Penthouse Junior Suite (PS)
- Explorer Suite (ES)
- Owner’s Suite (OS)
🍽️ Dining Aboard Viking Vesta – Globally Inspired, Locally Sourced
Viking Vesta maintains Viking’s strong culinary reputation, offering multiple dining venues at no additional charge, all focused on regional ingredients and authentic recipes.
Included Restaurants:
- 🍷 The Restaurant – global fine dining with rotating regional menus
- 🌍 World Café – buffet-style international favorites with al fresco seating
- 🧀 Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant – gourmet Northern Italian cuisine
- 🥗 The Chef’s Table – rotating tasting menus paired with fine wines
- 🥐 Mamsen’s – Nordic deli-style snacks, waffles & open-faced sandwiches
- ☕ Wintergarden Afternoon Tea – classic English tea with live music
Unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner.
🧘 Wellness – Nordic Spa Traditions Meet Modern Luxury
Viking Vesta features a full-service Nordic-inspired LivNordic Spa, offering:
- ❄️ Snow Grotto for hot/cold therapy
- 🧖♀️ Sauna, steam room, and heated loungers
- 🧘 Yoga & meditation space
- 🧴 Full range of treatments: massages, facials, body wraps
- 🏋️ State-of-the-art fitness center with ocean views
All guests enjoy complimentary access to thermal spa areas — rare for the cruise industry.
🧭 Enrichment & Entertainment – Travel that Transforms
Viking Vesta offers destination-rich programming both onboard and ashore.
Onboard Enrichment:
- 📖 Daily cultural lectures by historians and academics
- 🎶 Live classical performances and regional dance shows
- 🎬 In-stateroom documentaries and destination films
- 🧠 TED Talks, art history presentations, and more
Shore Excursions:
- 🚌 One included tour in every port
- 🚶♂️ Small-group, guide-led explorations
- 🍷 Optional culinary, art, and nature excursions available
- 🛶 Access to hidden gems, not just tourist hot spots
🌐 Where Viking Vesta Will Sail
Viking Vesta’s smaller size allows access to unique ports often missed by larger ships. Expect culturally immersive itineraries in:
- 🇮🇹 Mediterranean – Italy, Greece, France, Croatia
- 🇳🇴 Northern Europe – Norway, Iceland, British Isles
- 🇵🇹 Iberia and Atlantic Islands – Canary Islands, Madeira
- 🇺🇸 East Coast USA and Canada
- 🌎 Grand Voyages and transatlantic crossings
Each itinerary is designed for deeper exploration and longer port stays.
🌱 Sustainability and Responsible Travel
Viking Vesta was built with sustainability in mind, in line with Viking’s long-term environmental goals:
- ⚡ Energy-efficient hybrid engines
- ♻️ Advanced wastewater treatment systems
- 🧼 No single-use plastics onboard
- ⛴️ Sustainable sourcing for food and materials
- 🚫 No casinos or high-consumption venues
Viking has committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
👤 Who Should Choose Viking Vesta?
- 👩🏫 Educated, experienced travelers age 50+
- 👫 Couples and solo travelers looking for enrichment
- 📚 Culture lovers, history buffs, and lifelong learners
- 🍷 Foodies who enjoy wine pairing and local cuisine
- 🚫 Travelers who want serenity and sophistication – not amusement parks
📅 Booking Viking Vesta – Launching in 2025
Viking Vesta begins sailing in summer 2025, and early bookings are already available:
- 🌐 www.vikingcruises.com
- 📞 Travel agents and Viking specialists
- 💼 Group travel coordinators for themed voyages
Early booking perks include:
- 🚍 Free shore excursions
- 🥂 Beverage packages
- ✈️ Reduced airfare
- 💰 Past guest discounts
