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Viking Vesta

Viking Ocean Cruises
106 upcoming departures  ·  106 itineraries

Viking Vesta is a 930-guest Viking Ocean Cruises cruise ship, in service since 2025. This page lists 106 upcoming departures across 106 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 all-veranda accommodations ✓ Guests wanting complimentary specialty dining
106 itineraries · from $2,399 ● Where is it now?
Class Star
Built 2025
Gross Tonnage 47,800
Guests 930
Crew 550
Length 239.0 m
Beam 30.8 m
Cabins 499
Max speed 20.0 kn
Flag Norway
Guests per crew 1.7
Space ratio 51

Viking Vesta 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 all-veranda accommodations
  • Guests wanting complimentary specialty dining
  • Passengers who enjoy Nordic spa facilities
  • Couples interested in destination-focused enrichment

Think twice if you want

  • Families traveling with children
  • Cruisers seeking casinos or large water parks
  • Guests wanting extensive nightlife
  • Travelers preferring inside or oceanview cabins
  • Passengers seeking many high-energy attractions

Live Position ● 22 minutes ago

Heading to: OLBIA SARDINIA,ITALY

Currently on: 15 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise (15 nights) — En route to Sardinia (Olbia) — last stop Marseille

Barcelona → Marseille → Sardinia (Olbia) → Rome (Civitavecchia) → Valletta → Valletta → Tunis (La Goulette) → Algiers → Casablanca → Seville (Cadiz) → Granada (Malaga) → Barcelona
Coming up
  1. Olbia arrives 09:30 AM
  2. Civitavecchia arrives 08:00 AM
  3. Valletta arrives 06:00 AM
18.0 knots

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

About Viking Vesta

Viking Vesta is a 2025-built Star-class ocean ship operated by Viking Ocean Cruises. Delivered by Fincantieri in June 2025, she carries up to 998 guests in 499 all-veranda staterooms. The ship combines Viking’s restrained Scandinavian design with destination-focused programming, complimentary dining and shore-excursion inclusions, a three-deck atrium, and a relatively intimate small-ship atmosphere. Passenger facilities include multiple restaurants, lounges, a theater, pools, a fitness center, and the Nordic Spa. Viking’s ocean ships are adult-oriented and do not feature casinos.

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
LAUR8
IMO number
9852444
MMSI
257944000

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

Small-ship Viking Ocean design with 998-guest capacity, all-veranda accommodations, Scandinavian interiors, a three-deck atrium, destination-focused programming, and complimentary shore-excursion and dining inclusions.

For families

Viking Ocean is an adult-oriented product and does not provide dedicated children’s facilities or children’s programming. The line markets its ocean ships as having no children’s programs and no casinos.

Pools, spa & wellness

Wellness facilities include the Nordic Spa, sauna and thermal areas, a fitness center, an infinity pool, an outdoor main pool, and open-air sports and walking areas.

Accessibility

The ship provides accessible staterooms and accessible public areas, with specific room configurations identified on Viking’s deck plans. Guests should confirm individual mobility, hearing, or visual-access needs with Viking before booking.

Environmental features

Viking states that its ocean ships use high-efficiency engines and systems intended to reduce fuel consumption and exhaust-gas pollution while meeting current navigation and safety standards.

Deck plans

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Deck 1

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

Full deck-by-deck guide →

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

Cabins & suites

Suite 11% Balcony 89%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeSleepsDecks
Owner's SuiteCategory OS. Suite 1 1,448 sq ft 2 7
Explorer SuiteCategory codes ES1, ES2 and ES3; size varies by location. Suite 14 808–1,215 sq ft 2 3, 4, 5, 6
Penthouse Junior SuiteCategory codes PS1, PS2 and PS3; staterooms 6020 and 6021 are wheelchair accessible. Suite 40 432 sq ft 2 6, 7, 8
Penthouse Veranda StateroomCategory codes PV1, PV2 and PV3. Balcony 96 360 sq ft 2 4, 5, 6

Compare all 6 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

16 included 2 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

The Chef's Table Included
Deck 1
Reservation restaurant offering rotating multi-course tasting menus.
Manfredi's Italian Restaurant Included
Deck 1
Reservation restaurant serving Italian dishes and steaks.
The Kitchen Table Extra cost
Deck 1
Small cooking and dining venue combining demonstrations with a hosted meal.
The Restaurant Included
Deck 2
Open-seating main dining room serving breakfast and dinner.
Mamsen's Included
Deck 7
Small Norwegian deli serving Scandinavian-style snacks and light meals.
Pool Grill Included
Deck 7
Casual poolside venue serving burgers, grilled food and salads.
World Café Included
Deck 7
Buffet restaurant with open cooking stations and indoor-outdoor seating.
Aquavit Terrace Included
Deck 7
Aft outdoor dining and observation area beside the infinity pool.

Bars & lounges

The Living Room Varies
Deck 1
Three-level atrium lounge used for seating, music and activities.
Viking Bar Varies
Deck 1
Lobby bar serving specialty coffees, cocktails and light snacks.
Torshavn Varies
Deck 2
Piano bar and evening lounge with live music and dancing.
Theater Bar Varies
Deck 2
Bar serving drinks near The Theater during performances.
Explorers' Lounge Varies
Deck 7–8
Two-level forward observation lounge with panoramic windows, music and a bar.
Pool Bar Varies
Deck 7
Poolside bar serving drinks.
Aquavit Bar Varies
Bar serving drinks around the aft terrace and infinity pool.

All 26 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

Other Star ships

Viking Star Viking Ocean Cruises · 2015 Viking Sea Viking Ocean Cruises · 2016 Viking Sky Viking Ocean Cruises · 2017 Viking Orion Viking Ocean Cruises · 2018 Viking Sun Viking Ocean Cruises · 2018 Viking Jupiter Viking Ocean Cruises · 2019 Viking Venus Viking Ocean Cruises · 2021 Viking Mars Viking Ocean Cruises · 2022 Viking Neptune Viking Ocean Cruises · 2022 Viking Saturn Viking Ocean Cruises · 2024 Viking Vela Viking Ocean Cruises · 2024 Viking Astrea Viking Ocean Cruises · 2025

Where Viking Vesta sails, month by month

Oct
26		 Nov
26		 Dec
26		 Jan
27		 Feb
27		 Mar
27		 Apr
27		 May
27		 Jun
27		 Jul
27		 Aug
27		 Sep
27
Mediterranean 0 4 6 5 6 10 7 4 0 0 0 2
Northern Europe 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 4 1
From / night 0 $428 $343 $343 $371 $514 $571 $386 $675 $607 $629 $371

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

Ports it visits most

Civitavecchia43× Barcelona36× Piraeus33× Naples29× Marseille28× Bergen27× Venice27× Livorno26× London26× Dover24× Copenhagen23× Corfu23×

Explore This Ship

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

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Itineraries & Sailings

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: Oct 30, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

Mediterranean
From $5,499 · $500/night
Ports of Call
London (Greenwich), Dover, Paris (Le Havre), Sail The Atlantic Ocean +5 more
Next: Sep 7, 2028
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: Apr 22, 2027
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: Nov 4, 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: Oct 5, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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12 Nights

12 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise

Mediterranean
From $8,299 · $692/night
Ports of Call
Barcelona, Marseille, Monte Carlo, Florencepisa (Livorno) +7 more
Next: Oct 9, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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12 Nights

12 Nights Northern Europe Cruise

Northern Europe
From $8,099 · $675/night
Ports of Call
Reykjavik, Isafjordur, Akureyri, Seydisfjordur +7 more
Next: Jun 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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124 Nights

124 Nights World Cruise Cruise

Africa & Middle East
From $56,495 · $456/night
Ports of Call
Los Angeles, California, Sail the Pacific Ocean, Hilo, Oahu (Honolulu), Hawaii +66 more
Next: Jan 14, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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124 Nights

124 Nights World Cruise Cruise

Africa & Middle East
From $58,999 · $476/night
Ports of Call
Los Angeles, California, Sail the Pacific Ocean, Oahu (Honolulu), Hawaii, Kauai (Nawiliwili), Hawaii +66 more
Next: Jan 7, 2029
1 upcoming departure
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All 106 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Nov 11, 2026Nov 18, 20267 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 18, 2026Nov 25, 20267 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Nov 18, 2026Dec 2, 202614 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Nov 25, 2026Dec 2, 20267 Nights Europe Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 9, 20267 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Dec 9, 2026Dec 16, 20267 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Dec 9, 2026Dec 23, 202614 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Dec 16, 2026Dec 23, 20267 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Dec 23, 2026Dec 30, 20267 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Dec 30, 2026Jan 6, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Jan 6, 2027Jan 20, 202714 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Jan 6, 2027Jan 13, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Jan 13, 2027Jan 20, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Jan 20, 2027Feb 10, 202721 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise21MediterraneanBook →
Jan 27, 2027Feb 10, 202714 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Feb 3, 2027Feb 10, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Feb 10, 2027Feb 25, 202715 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise15MediterraneanBook →
Feb 25, 2027Mar 25, 202728 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise28MediterraneanBook →
Feb 25, 2027Mar 18, 202721 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise21MediterraneanBook →
Feb 25, 2027Mar 11, 202714 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Feb 25, 2027Mar 4, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →
Mar 4, 2027Mar 25, 202721 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise21MediterraneanBook →
Mar 4, 2027Mar 18, 202714 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise14MediterraneanBook →
Mar 4, 2027Mar 11, 20277 Nights Central Mediterranean Cruise7MediterraneanBook →

Showing the next 24 of 106 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Viking Vesta FAQ

What flag does Viking Vesta sail under?

Viking Vesta is registered in Norway.

How many passengers does Viking Vesta hold?

Viking Vesta carries about 930 guests with roughly 550 crew.

How old is Viking Vesta?

Viking Vesta entered service in 2025.

How big is Viking Vesta?

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

What is the dress code on Viking Vesta?

Viking uses an elegant-casual dress standard. There are no formal nights, and jackets are optional in the evening.

Is dining included on Viking Vesta?

Meals at the main and alternative restaurants are included in the standard fare, including The Chef's Table and Manfredi's. The Kitchen Table is a separately charged experience.

Are gratuities included?

Standard onboard gratuities are included in Viking's fare.

Is Wi-Fi included?

Wi-Fi is included throughout the ship, although connection speed can vary.

Does Viking Vesta accommodate wheelchair users?

The ship has designated wheelchair-accessible staterooms, including Penthouse Junior Suites 6020 and 6021. Guests should confirm individual accessibility requirements before booking.

Are children allowed on Viking Vesta?

Viking Ocean ships are intended for adults and do not accept passengers under 18. The ship has no dedicated kids facility or children's program.