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Viking Sun

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Viking Sun is a 930-guest Viking Ocean Cruises cruise ship, in service since 2018. This page collects its itineraries, ports of call and technical specifications. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

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Class Star

Built 2018

Gross Tonnage 47,800

Guests 930

Crew 550

Length 228.2 m

Beam 28.8 m

Decks 14

Cabins 465

Max speed 20.0 kn

Flag Norway

Guests per crew 1.7

Space ratio 51

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Viking Sun at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 58%

A small ship at 47,800 gross tons — #221 of 565 ships we track. 51 tons of ship per guest.

Live Position ● 24 minutes ago

Heading to: IT FSA

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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About Viking Sun

Viking Yi Dun is a compact, all-veranda ocean ship originally delivered as Viking Sun in September 2017. After operating in China as Zhao Shang Yi Dun, the vessel returned to the Viking brand and Norwegian registry in 2026. The Star-class ship carries 930 guests in 465 staterooms and emphasizes destination-focused travel, Scandinavian design, open-air dining, cultural enrichment and a quieter adult-oriented atmosphere rather than casinos or large family attractions.

Ship at a Glance

Operator: Viking Ocean Cruises
Builder / shipyard: Fincantieri Ancona, Italy
Registry / flag: Norway (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign: LADM9
IMO number: 9725433
MMSI: 258234000
Draft: 6.5 m
Previous names: Zhao Shang Yi Dun (2021–2026); Viking Sun (original name, 2017–2021)

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

Small-ship scale, all-veranda accommodations, Scandinavian-inspired public spaces, a three-deck atrium, Explorers’ Lounge, panoramic ocean views and a stern infinity pool.

Dining

Dining venues include The Restaurant, World Café, Mamsen’s Scandinavian deli, Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant, Chef’s Table, Aquavit Terrace and the Pool Grill, with regional influences and outdoor seating options.

Entertainment

The ship offers destination-focused lectures, cultural programming, live performances in The Star Theater, cinema facilities, a library and panoramic lounges rather than casino-centered entertainment.

Staterooms & suites

The ship has 465 staterooms, all with private verandas, including Veranda, Deluxe Veranda, Penthouse Junior Suite, Explorer Suite and Owner’s Suite categories.

For families

Viking Ocean ships are designed for adults and do not provide children’s clubs or dedicated family entertainment; children under 18 are generally not accommodated.

Pools, spa & wellness

The Nordic Spa includes Scandinavian-inspired thermal facilities, while the ship also provides pools, hot tubs, a fitness area, a sports deck and a promenade deck.

Accessibility

The deck plans show elevators, a medical center and accessible circulation through the principal public areas. Guests with specific mobility or medical requirements should confirm suitable staterooms and arrangements directly with Viking.

Environmental features

The vessel uses a diesel-electric propulsion arrangement and was designed with energy-efficient hull, propeller and rudder systems, heat-recovery equipment and Safe Return to Port safety standards.

History & sister ships

Other Star ships

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Viking Sun FAQ

What flag does Viking Sun sail under?

Viking Sun is registered in Norway.

How many passengers does Viking Sun hold?

Viking Sun carries about 930 guests with roughly 550 crew.

How old is Viking Sun?

Viking Sun entered service in 2018.

How big is Viking Sun?

At 47,800 gross tons and 228 m long, Viking Sun is a small ship — larger than 58% of the 565 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.