Signature highlights
The ship features a Sun Deck with 360-degree views, shaded seating, a walking track, putting green, herb garden and solar panels. Its observation lounge and Aquavit Terrace provide prominent forward-facing river views.
Viking Aegir
Viking Aegir is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2013. This page lists 6 upcoming departures across 6 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Adults-only river cruising
✓ Travelers who prefer included dining and drinks
✓ Guests who value balconies or French balconies
Viking Aegir at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 11%
A small expedition-size ship at 2,354 gross tons — #434 of 566 ships we track. 12 tons of ship per guest.
Best for
- Adults-only river cruising
- Travelers who prefer included dining and drinks
- Guests who value balconies or French balconies
- Readers and lecture-oriented passengers
- Scenic outdoor viewing and walking
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Passengers seeking a swimming pool or spa
- Travelers needing elevator access to every deck
- Guests wanting nightlife or casino entertainment
- Passengers seeking extensive fitness facilities
Live Position ● 37 minutes ago
Heading to: Budapest
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Aegir
Viking Aegir is a 135-metre Viking Longship built in 2012 for European river cruising. The Switzerland-registered vessel carries up to 190 guests in 95 outside staterooms, including standard, French-balcony, veranda and suite accommodations. Its four-deck layout includes a panoramic observation lounge, restaurant, Aquavit Terrace, library and open-air Sun Deck. Designed for the Rhine, Main and Danube, Aegir offers an intimate onboard experience focused on scenic viewing, regional excursions and relaxed Scandinavian-style public spaces.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft GmbH & Co. KG, Rostock, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7408
- IMO number
- 8339732
- MMSI
- 269057408
- Draft
- 1.5 m
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship is designed primarily for adult river cruising and does not advertise dedicated children's clubs, waterslides or other major family activity facilities.
Pools, spa & wellness
Aegir offers outdoor relaxation areas on the Sun Deck, but published ship information does not indicate a dedicated spa, fitness center or swimming pool.
Accessibility
The vessel has an elevator connecting the principal accommodation and public decks, but prospective guests with mobility requirements should confirm detailed accessibility arrangements with Viking before booking.
Environmental features
The Longship design incorporates solar panels and a hybrid diesel-electric propulsion system intended to improve operating efficiency.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Sun Deck Walking Track Herb Garden Solar Panels BridgeDeck 3 · Upper Deck
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge Lounge & Bar Library Bar Buffet Grills French Balcony Stateroom Veranda Stateroom Veranda Suite Explorer SuiteDeck 2 · Middle Deck
Restaurant Buffet Shop Guest Services Kitchen French Balcony Stateroom Veranda StateroomDeck 1 · Main Deck
Standard StateroomView the official Viking Aegir deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 26%
Balcony 64%
Suite 9%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard StateroomCodes E and F; water-level staterooms with half-height windows. | Oceanview | 25 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomCodes C and D; floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors with a French balcony. | Balcony | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCodes A and B; includes a private full-size veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCode AA; two-room suite with a private veranda and French balcony. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
Dining, bars & venues
7 included 0 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main dining room serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with panoramic windows.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Included
An indoor-outdoor bow venue offering casual meals and buffet service.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
The main observation lounge has a bar, seating, entertainment and presentation space.
Sky Bar
Varies
A forward-facing bar and outdoor seating area on the Sun Deck.
History & sister ships
Other Longship ships
Viking Baldur Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Bestla Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Buri Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Embla Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Ingvi Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Jarl Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Lif Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Odin Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Tor Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Ve Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Vidar Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Vili Viking River Cruises · 2012
Where Viking Aegir sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | $357 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $286 | $300 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $1,999 · $286/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 18, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $2,499 · $357/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 1, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 6 itineraries and their departure dates
- 10 Nights Europe Cruise 14 Apr 2027
- 10 Nights Europe Cruise 6 Apr 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 18 Mar 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 11 Mar 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 25 Nov 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 1 Nov 2026
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 11, 2027 | Mar 18, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 18, 2027 | Mar 25, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 6, 2027 | Apr 16, 2027 | 10 Nights Europe Cruise | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 14, 2027 | Apr 24, 2027 | 10 Nights Europe Cruise | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 25, 2027 | Dec 2, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Aegir FAQ
What flag does Viking Aegir sail under?
Viking Aegir is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Aegir hold?
Viking Aegir carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Aegir?
Viking Aegir entered service in 2013.
How big is Viking Aegir?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Aegir is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Aegir?
There are no formal nights. Viking recommends elegant-casual evening clothing; jackets and ties are optional.
Is dining included on Viking Aegir?
All onboard meals are included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, while the Restaurant and Aquavit Terrace & Lounge provide the principal dining venues.
How does tipping work on Viking Aegir?
Gratuities are discretionary. Guests may pre-purchase them or have a discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account; Viking lists a standard recommended rate for Europe.
Is Wi-Fi included on Viking Aegir?
Wi-Fi is included, although connection speed and availability can vary because the ship relies on cellular or satellite service.
Is Viking Aegir accessible for wheelchair users?
The ship has an elevator between the Middle and Upper decks, but not to the Main or Sun decks. Guests needing accessibility assistance must travel with an able-bodied companion, and Viking requires advance accessibility information.
Can children sail on Viking Aegir?
Guests must be at least 18 years old on the embarkation date. Viking does not provide onboard facilities or services for younger children.