Viking Lif is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2012. This page lists 18 upcoming departures across 18 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.
A small expedition-size ship at 2,354 gross tons — #434 of 566 ships we track. 12 tons of ship per guest.
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Viking Lif is a 2014-built Viking Longship carrying up to 190 guests on European river voyages. The 135-meter ship combines Scandinavian-inspired public spaces with 95 outside staterooms, including veranda cabins and suites. Passenger areas include a panoramic lounge and bar, the Aquavit Terrace, a restaurant, library, shop, and a Sun Deck with views, seating, a walking track, putting green, herb garden, and solar panels.
The ship offers a compact four-deck layout, panoramic public spaces, an Aquavit Terrace at the bow, and a Sun Deck with 360-degree views. Its 95 staterooms include 25 Standard, 22 French Balcony, 39 Veranda, 7 Veranda Suites, and 2 Explorer Suites.
The Sun Deck includes a walking track, shaded seating, putting green, herb garden, and 360-degree viewing areas. The operator also describes hybrid engines designed to reduce vibration for a smoother ride.
An elevator serves the Middle and Upper Decks; the operator notes that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Viking describes the ship as using ecologically friendly hybrid engines that produce less vibration. The Sun Deck includes solar panels and an organic herb garden.
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View the official Viking Lif deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
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| Standard StateroomCategories E and F; half-height picture window. | Oceanview | 25 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomCategories C and D; floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door without an exterior balcony. | Balcony | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCategories A and B; full-size private veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCategory AA; separate living room and bedroom, full-size veranda and French balcony. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 2 | 3 |
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| From / night | 0 | $343 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $300 | 0 | $350 | $432 | $423 | 0 | 0 |
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Viking Lif is registered in Switzerland.
Viking Lif carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
Viking Lif entered service in 2012.
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Lif is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
Daytime dress is casual. Evening dress is elegant casual, and there are no formal nights.
All onboard dining is included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, while some bar beverages may incur charges.
Gratuities are discretionary. Guests can pre-purchase them or accept the discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account, with changes handled through Guest Services.
Wi-Fi is included on Viking's European river ships, although connection speed and availability can vary because service relies on cellular and satellite networks.
Accessibility is limited because the elevator connects only the Middle and Upper decks; the Main and Sun decks require stairs. Guests should submit Viking's accessibility information before departure and travel with an able-bodied companion who can assist them.
Viking requires guests to be at least 18 years old on or before embarkation and does not provide facilities or services for younger guests.
