Signature highlights
Small-scale European river cruising for 190 guests; 360-degree sun-deck views; Aquavit Terrace; panoramic public rooms; and an understated Scandinavian design.
Viking Hervor
Viking Hervor is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2024. This page lists 9 upcoming departures across 9 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, quiet river ship
✓ Travelers who prefer regional dining over many restaurants
✓ Guests wanting cabins with balconies or French balconies
Viking Hervor 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, quiet river ship
- Travelers who prefer regional dining over many restaurants
- Guests wanting cabins with balconies or French balconies
- Readers and scenery-watchers using spacious public areas
- Cruisers comfortable with stairs between some decks
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers seeking pools, spas or fitness facilities
- Guests needing elevator access to every passenger deck
- Cruisers wanting casinos or large-scale entertainment
- Passengers seeking inside cabins
Live Position ● 8 hours ago
Heading to: Kehl-StrasbourgCurrently on: 7 Nights Europe Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Speyer — last stop Strasbourg
Coming up
1.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Hervor
Viking Hervor is a 190-guest Viking Longship built in 2020 for European river cruising. Its 95 outside staterooms include French-balcony, veranda and suite categories, while passenger spaces center on panoramic dining and lounge areas, the Aquavit Terrace, and a sun deck with views, seating and a walking track. The ship is designed for Rhine, Main and Danube-style itineraries and uses hybrid propulsion technology for quieter, smoother operation.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises AG
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7721
- IMO number
- 9916848
- MMSI
- 269087721
- Draft
- 1.6 m
Onboard Experience
Accessibility
An elevator connects the Middle and Upper Decks; Viking notes that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Environmental features
Viking describes the ship as using ecologically friendly hybrid engines designed to reduce vibration. The sun deck also includes solar panels and an organic 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 Onboard Shop Buffet Guest Services Kitchen French Balcony Stateroom Veranda StateroomDeck 1 · Main Deck
Standard StateroomView the official Viking Hervor deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 49%
Balcony 41%
Suite 9%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard StateroomBooking codes E and F; half-height picture window. | Oceanview | 25 | 150 sq ft | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomBooking codes C and D; floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a French balcony. | Oceanview | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomBooking codes A and B; full-size private veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteBooking code AA; separate sitting room, private veranda and French balcony in the bedroom. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 3 |
Dining, bars & venues
4 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Restaurant
Included
The main dining room serves regional cuisine and always-available classics.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Included
An indoor-outdoor bow venue offering casual breakfast, lunch and al fresco dining.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
The main lounge includes a bar, seating, entertainment space and floor-to-ceiling glass doors.
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 Hervor sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | $314 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $4,699 · $427/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 27, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $4,899 · $445/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 4, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $3,299 · $300/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 27, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $3,399 · $309/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 20, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $4,599 · $418/night
Ports of CallNext: May 29, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $3,499 · $500/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 26, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $3,299 · $471/night
Ports of CallNext: May 17, 2028
1 upcoming departure
From $2,199 · $314/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 19, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 9 itineraries and their departure dates
- 11 Nights Europe Cruise 27 Nov 2028
- 11 Nights Europe Cruise 4 Dec 2028
- 11 Nights Europe Cruise 27 Mar 2028
- 11 Nights Europe Cruise 20 Mar 2028
- 11 Nights Europe Cruise 29 May 2028
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 2 Dec 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 26 Nov 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 17 May 2028
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 19 Nov 2026
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 19, 2026 | Nov 26, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 26, 2026 | Dec 3, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 2, 2027 | Dec 9, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 20, 2028 | Mar 31, 2028 | 11 Nights Europe Cruise | 11 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 27, 2028 | Apr 7, 2028 | 11 Nights Europe Cruise | 11 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| May 17, 2028 | May 24, 2028 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| May 29, 2028 | Jun 9, 2028 | 11 Nights Europe Cruise | 11 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 27, 2028 | Dec 8, 2028 | 11 Nights Europe Cruise | 11 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 4, 2028 | Dec 15, 2028 | 11 Nights Europe Cruise | 11 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Hervor FAQ
What flag does Viking Hervor sail under?
Viking Hervor is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Hervor hold?
Viking Hervor carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Hervor?
Viking Hervor entered service in 2024.
How big is Viking Hervor?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Hervor is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Hervor?
Daytime dress is casual. Evenings are elegant casual, with no formal nights; jackets and ties are optional.
Is dining included on Viking Hervor?
The Restaurant and Aquavit Terrace dining are included in the standard fare. The ship has no separately identified specialty restaurant.
Is Wi-Fi included on Viking Hervor?
Wi-Fi is included. Connection speed and availability can vary because the service uses cellular or satellite connections.
How are gratuities handled on Viking Hervor?
Gratuities are discretionary, but Viking offers pre-purchased gratuities or a discretionary onboard service charge that can be adjusted through Guest Services.
Is Viking Hervor accessible to wheelchair users?
Guests must travel with an able-bodied companion who can assist them. The elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks only, and the Main Deck cabins are not elevator-accessible.
Can children sail on Viking Hervor?
Viking river cruises do not accept children under 18, so the ship has no children’s facility.