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Viking Vela

Viking Ocean Cruises
132 upcoming departures  ·  132 itineraries

Viking Vela is a 930-guest Viking Ocean Cruises cruise ship, in service since 2024. This page lists 132 upcoming departures across 132 itineraries in Mediterranean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Adults seeking a child-free cruise ✓ Travelers who prefer private-veranda accommodations ✓ Guests interested in destination talks and cultural programming
132 itineraries · from $2,299 ● Where is it now?
Class Star
Built 2024
Gross Tonnage 47,800
Guests 930
Crew 550
Length 239.0 m
Beam 30.8 m
Decks 10
Cabins 499
Max speed 20.0 kn
Flag Norway
Guests per crew 1.7
Space ratio 51

Viking Vela at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 58%

A small ship at 47,800 gross tons — #221 of 566 ships we track. 51 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • Adults seeking a child-free cruise
  • Travelers who prefer private-veranda accommodations
  • Guests interested in destination talks and cultural programming
  • Passengers wanting included specialty dining
  • Wellness-focused travelers using Nordic spa facilities

Think twice if you want

  • Families seeking children’s facilities or youth programs
  • Travelers wanting casinos or nightlife-centered entertainment
  • Guests who prefer interior or oceanview cabins without balconies
  • Passengers seeking large-ship amusement attractions
  • Travelers looking for extensive waterslides or sports complexes

Live Position ● 50 minutes ago

Heading to: Volos

Currently on: 10 Nights Mediterranean Cruise (10 nights) — Currently at Athens (Piraeus)

Athens (Piraeus) → Athens (Piraeus) → Volos → Thessaloniki → Ephesus (Kusadasi) → Rhodes → Santorini (Thira) → Crete (Souda Bay) → Nafplio → Athens (Piraeus)
Coming up
  1. Piraeus arrives 05:00 PM
  2. Volos arrives 08:00 AM
  3. Thessaloniki arrives 07:30 AM
0.0 knots

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

About Viking Vela

Viking Vela is an all-veranda Viking Ocean Cruises ship delivered in December 2024 and designed for 998 guests in 499 staterooms. Its relatively small scale, Scandinavian-inspired interiors, and destination-focused programming support access to smaller ports while retaining a broad range of dining, lounge, wellness, enrichment, and entertainment spaces. Every stateroom has a private veranda, and the ship includes suite categories ranging from standard Veranda Staterooms to the large Owner’s and Explorer Suites.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Viking Ocean Cruises
Builder / shipyard
Fincantieri S.p.A., Ancona, Italy
Registry / flag
Norway (formerly Norway; port of registry Bergen; confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
LATY8
IMO number
9852432
MMSI
257526000
Draft
6.7 m

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship is 784 feet long and 101 feet wide, with an all-veranda layout and capacity for 998 guests. Viking describes it as a small ocean ship intended to dock where larger vessels cannot.

For families

Viking Vela is primarily designed for adults and destination-focused travel; no dedicated children’s club or family attraction was identified on the current official ship page.

Pools, spa & wellness

Facilities include the Nordic Spa and thermal suite, fitness facilities, pools, hot tubs, outdoor exercise areas, and spa treatments.

Accessibility

The official ship page identifies Penthouse Junior Suites 6020 and 6021 as wheelchair accessible. Travelers should confirm cabin, bathroom, embarkation, and shore-excursion requirements directly with Viking before booking.

Environmental features

Viking states that Vela uses a traditional propulsion platform but is hydrogen-ready for potential future retrofit. The ship also uses high-efficiency engines and systems intended to reduce exhaust pollution.

Deck plans

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Deck 1

The Kitchen Table Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant The Chef’s Table The Living Room The Nordic Spa Fitness Center 3-Deck Atrium Private Dining 1 Private Dining 2 Bar Guest Services Shop Hair Salon

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official Viking Vela deck plans from Viking Ocean Cruises →

Cabins & suites

Suite 10% Balcony 90%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeSleepsDecks
Owner’s SuiteBooking code OS. Suite 1 1,448 sq ft 2 7
Explorer SuiteBooking codes ES1, ES2 and ES3. Suite 14 808–1,215 sq ft 2 3, 4, 5, 6
Penthouse Junior SuiteBooking codes PS1, PS2 and PS3; staterooms 6020 and 6021 are wheelchair accessible. Suite 34 432 sq ft 2 6, 7, 8
Penthouse Veranda StateroomBooking codes PV1, PV2 and PV3. Balcony 96 360 sq ft 2 4, 5, 6

Compare all 6 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

18 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

The Kitchen Table Extra cost
Deck 1
A private cooking and dining venue for chef-led culinary experiences.
Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant Included
Deck 1
An Italian specialty restaurant serving dinner by reservation.
The Chef’s Table Included
Deck 1
A reservation-only specialty restaurant with rotating tasting menus.
The Restaurant Included
Deck 2
The main dining room with open-seating meals.
World Café Included
Deck 7
A buffet restaurant with international dishes, sushi and outdoor seating.
Mamsen’s Included
Deck 7
A Scandinavian deli-style food venue in the Explorers’ Lounge area.
Pool Grill Included
Deck 7
A casual poolside venue serving burgers, grilled food and salads.
Aquavit Terrace Included
Deck 7
An outdoor aft dining and seating area beside the infinity pool.

Bars & lounges

Torshavn Varies
Deck 2
A piano bar and evening music lounge.
Explorers’ Lounge Varies
Deck 7–8
A two-level forward observation lounge with panoramic windows and evening music.

All 22 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

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Where Viking Vela sails, month by month

Nov
26		 Dec
26		 Jan
27		 Feb
27		 Mar
27		 Apr
27		 May
27		 Jun
27		 Jul
27		 Aug
27		 Sep
27		 Oct
27
Mediterranean 4 3 3 7 2 0 0 0 0 0 3 3
Northern Europe 0 0 0 0 0 5 3 3 3 2 1 0
European River Cruises 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0
From / night $414 $400 $486 $328 $328 $271 $557 $743 $673 $664 $371 $500

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule. Lowest advertised fare per night is in April 2027 (prices change; check when booking).

Ports it visits most

Civitavecchia81× Barcelona69× Marseille60× Livorno57× Naples55× Messina50× Piraeus48× Sète43× Kusadasi33× Venice33× Monte Carlo31× Chania28×

Explore This Ship

Jump from Viking Vela sailings into the broader destination network with cruise line and region hub pages.

All Viking Ocean Cruises port guides Mediterranean cruises Northern Europe cruises European River Cruises cruises

Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10 Nights Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $7,399 · $740/night
Ports of Call
Athens (Piraeus), Volos, Thessaloniki, Scenic Sailing Mt Athos +5 more
Next: Oct 23, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $3,999 · $400/night
Ports of Call
Athens (Piraeus), Volos, Thessaloniki, Scenic Sailing Mt Athos +5 more
Next: Dec 19, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $4,899 · $490/night
Ports of Call
Athens (Piraeus), Volos, Thessaloniki, Scenic Sailing Mt Athos +5 more
Next: Nov 20, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $6,599 · $660/night
Ports of Call
Athens (Piraeus), Volos, Thessaloniki, Scenic Sailing Mt Athos +5 more
Next: Nov 10, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10 Nights Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $6,499 · $650/night
Ports of Call
Athens (Piraeus), Volos, Thessaloniki, Scenic Sailing Mt Athos +5 more
Next: Mar 14, 2029
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10-Night Mediterranean from Athens via Volos, Thessaloniki, Scenic Sailing Mt Athos & Ephesus

Mediterranean
From $6,499 · $650/night
Ports of Call
Athens (Piraeus), Volos, Thessaloniki, Scenic Sailing Mt Athos +5 more
Next: Oct 13, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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12 Nights

12 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $7,499 · $625/night
Ports of Call
Barcelona, Marseille, Monte Carlo, Florencepisa (Livorno) +7 more
Next: Aug 15, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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12 Nights

12 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $6,999 · $583/night
Ports of Call
Venice (Fusina), Split, Dubrovnik, Corfu (Kerkyra) +7 more
Next: Aug 3, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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12 Nights

12 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $6,999 · $583/night
Ports of Call
Barcelona, Marseille, Monte Carlo, Florencepisa (Livorno) +7 more
Next: Jul 4, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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All 132 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Nov 10, 2026Nov 20, 202610 Nights Mediterranean Cruise10MediterraneanBook →
Nov 20, 2026Nov 30, 202610 Nights Mediterranean Cruise10MediterraneanBook →
Nov 30, 2026Dec 14, 202614 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Nov 30, 2026Dec 7, 20267 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Dec 7, 2026Dec 14, 20267 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Dec 14, 2026Dec 29, 202615 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise15MediterraneanBook →
Dec 29, 2026Jan 13, 202715 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise15MediterraneanBook →
Jan 13, 2027Jan 28, 202715 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise15MediterraneanBook →
Jan 28, 2027Feb 11, 202714 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Jan 28, 2027Feb 4, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Feb 4, 2027Feb 11, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Feb 11, 2027Feb 25, 202714 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Feb 11, 2027Feb 18, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Feb 18, 2027Mar 4, 202714 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Feb 18, 2027Feb 25, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Feb 25, 2027Mar 11, 202714 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Feb 25, 2027Mar 4, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Mar 4, 2027Mar 11, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Mar 26, 2027Apr 2, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Apr 2, 2027Apr 16, 202714 Nights Europe Cruise14Northern EuropeBook →
Apr 16, 2027Apr 23, 20277 Nights Northern Europe Cruise7Northern EuropeBook →
Apr 16, 2027Apr 30, 202714 Nights Northern Europe Cruise14Northern EuropeBook →
Apr 16, 2027May 7, 202721 Nights Northern Europe Cruise21European River CruisesBook →
Apr 23, 2027Apr 30, 20277 Nights Northern Europe Cruise7Northern EuropeBook →

Showing the next 24 of 132 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Viking Vela FAQ

What flag does Viking Vela sail under?

Viking Vela is registered in Norway. Some older references still list Norway; port of registry Bergen.

How many passengers does Viking Vela hold?

Viking Vela carries about 930 guests with roughly 550 crew.

How old is Viking Vela?

Viking Vela entered service in 2024.

How big is Viking Vela?

At 47,800 gross tons and 239 m long, Viking Vela is a small ship — larger than 58% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What is the dress code on Viking Vela?

Viking describes the onboard style as casual elegant. Formalwear is not required, although more polished clothing is customary for evening dining.

Which dining venues are included on Viking Vela?

The Restaurant, World Café, Mamsen’s, Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant, The Chef’s Table and Pool Grill are included in the standard cruise fare. The Kitchen Table is a separate paid culinary experience.

Are Wi-Fi and gratuities included?

Wi-Fi is included throughout the ship. Viking publishes a recommended onboard gratuity, and guests can discuss or adjust gratuities through Guest Services.

Does Viking Vela have accessible cabins?

Staterooms 6020 and 6021 are identified as wheelchair-accessible accommodations. Viking notes that their configurations vary, so accessibility requirements should be confirmed before booking.

Are children allowed on Viking Vela?

Viking Ocean ships are intended for adults and do not provide dedicated children’s facilities or youth programs. Viking’s ocean product does not allow children under 18.

Does Viking Vela have a casino?

No. Viking Vela does not have a casino.