Signature highlights
The sun deck provides 360-degree views, shaded seating, a walking track, putting green, solar panels and an organic herb garden. The bow-mounted Aquavit Terrace offers indoor-outdoor seating and al fresco dining.
Viking Embla
Viking Embla is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2012. This page lists 9 upcoming departures across 8 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 seeking a small-ship river cruise
✓ Travelers who value included dining and cultural programming
✓ Guests wanting balconies or river views
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Viking Embla 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 seeking a small-ship river cruise
- Travelers who value included dining and cultural programming
- Guests wanting balconies or river views
- Readers and quiet-lounge users
- Couples preferring relaxed evenings over nightlife
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers seeking a swimming pool or spa
- Guests wanting a fitness center
- Passengers needing elevator access to every deck
- Travelers seeking casinos or late-night entertainment
Live Position ● 43 minutes ago
Heading to: Passau
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Embla
Viking Embla is a 190-guest Viking Longship built for European river cruising. Its 95 outside staterooms include standard, French-balcony, veranda and suite categories. Passenger spaces include the Aquavit Terrace, panoramic lounge and restaurant, library, onboard shop, sun deck, walking track, putting green and herb garden. The ship is designed for intimate cruising on waterways such as the Rhine, Main and Danube, with Scandinavian styling and extensive river views.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises AG
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft, Rostock-Warnemünde, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7407
- IMO number
- 8339720
- MMSI
- 269057407
- Draft
- 1.6 m
Onboard Experience
For families
Viking Embla is designed primarily for adult-oriented cultural river cruising and does not advertise dedicated children's facilities.
Pools, spa & wellness
Outdoor recreation includes a walking track and putting green; the sun deck and panoramic lounges provide additional relaxation spaces.
Accessibility
An elevator connects the Middle and Upper Decks, but the operator notes that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Environmental features
The ship uses ecologically friendly hybrid engines and features solar panels and an onboard herb garden.
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Sun Deck Solar Panels Herb Garden Walking Track 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 Boutique Buffet Guest Services Kitchen French Balcony Stateroom Veranda StateroomDeck 1 · Main Deck
Standard StateroomView the official Viking Embla deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 49%
Balcony 41%
Suite 9%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard StateroomCodes E and F; half-height picture window. | Oceanview | 25 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomCodes C and D; floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door forming a French balcony. | Oceanview | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCodes A and B; full-size private veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCode AA; separate sitting room, full-size veranda and French balcony. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
Dining, bars & venues
3 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main dining room serves included breakfast, lunch and dinner with regional dishes and panoramic windows.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Included
An indoor-outdoor bow venue offering casual included dining and river views.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
The main observation lounge includes a bar, seating, live music and onboard presentations.
Sky Bar
Varies
A sheltered sun-deck bar lounge with outdoor seating.
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 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
Viking Aegir Viking River Cruises · 2013
Where Viking Embla sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | $357 | $500 | 0 | 0 | $286 | $340 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $2,599 · $371/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 22, 2026
2 upcoming departures
From $1,999 · $286/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 11, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $2,499 · $357/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 8, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 8 itineraries and their departure dates
- 10 Nights Europe Cruise 7 Apr 2027
- 10-Night European River Cruises: Budapest to Bucharest 30 Mar 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 22 Nov 2026, 6 Dec 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 18 Mar 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 11 Mar 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 8 Nov 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 1 Nov 2026
- 7-Night European River Cruises: Passau to Budapest 1 Nov 2026
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | 7-Night European River Cruises: Passau to Budapest | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 1, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 8, 2026 | Nov 15, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 22, 2026 | Nov 29, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 6, 2026 | Dec 13, 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 → |
| Mar 30, 2027 | Apr 9, 2027 | 10-Night European River Cruises: Budapest to Bucharest | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 7, 2027 | Apr 17, 2027 | 10 Nights Europe Cruise | 10 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Embla FAQ
What flag does Viking Embla sail under?
Viking Embla is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Embla hold?
Viking Embla carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Embla?
Viking Embla entered service in 2012.
How big is Viking Embla?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Embla is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Embla?
Daytime dress is casual. Evenings are elegant casual, with no formal nights; jackets and ties are optional.
Is dining included on Viking Embla?
All onboard meals are included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, and dining reservations are generally not required.
How does tipping work on Viking Embla?
Gratuities are discretionary. Guests may pre-purchase gratuities or have a discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account, with changes handled through Guest Services.
Does Viking Embla have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi is available, although connection speed and availability can vary because the service uses cellular or satellite connections.
Is Viking Embla accessible for passengers with disabilities?
Passengers must be able to move independently during an emergency and should discuss mobility needs with Viking before departure. The elevator does not serve every deck, and some ports may require stairs or crossing another ship.
Can children sail on Viking Embla?
All guests must be at least 18 years old on the day of embarkation. The ship does not provide facilities or services for younger children.