Signature highlights
Panoramic viewing areas, a sun deck, library, onboard shop, and traditional river-cruise public spaces.
Viking Rurik
Viking Rurik is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2013. This page collects its itineraries, ports of call and technical specifications. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
✓ Adults seeking a quiet river-cruise atmosphere
✓ Travelers who value private verandas
✓ Guests interested in scenic observation areas
Viking Rurik 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 quiet river-cruise atmosphere
- Travelers who value private verandas
- Guests interested in scenic observation areas
- Passengers who enjoy lectures and cultural programming
- Couples wanting included dining and drinks with meals
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers seeking pools, spas or fitness facilities
- Guests wanting casinos or late-night nightlife
- Passengers needing an accessible stateroom
- Travelers looking for numerous specialty restaurants
Live Position ● 2 days ago
Heading to: Saint Petersburg
102.0 knots
Position data may be outdated.
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Rurik
Viking Rurik is a substantially refurbished Russian river cruiser designed for voyages on the Volga waterways. Built in 1975 and refurbished for Viking’s 2012 season, it accommodates up to 196 guests in 98 cabins and has a more traditional river-ship layout than Viking’s European Longships. The ship carries Russian registry and is operated through Viking’s Russian carrier, OOO Passenger Fleet LLC.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- OOO Passenger Fleet LLC, for Viking River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- RSW Rosslauer Schiffswerft GmbH, Dessau-Rosslau, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Russia (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- UAWG8
- IMO number
- 7515418
- MMSI
- 273368610
- Previous names
- Viking Peterhof; Mariya Ulyanova
Onboard Experience
Deck plans
Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it
Deck 4 · Sun Deck
Grill Bar StageDeck 3 · Upper Deck
Panorama Bar Promenade Veranda StateroomDeck 2 · Middle Deck
Neva Restaurant Promenade Suite Junior Suite Veranda StateroomDeck 1 · Main Deck
Shop Library Promenade Deluxe StateroomView the official Viking Rurik deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Suite 6%
Balcony 61%
Oceanview 33%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SuiteCategory AA; full-sized private veranda. | Suite | 4 | 405 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
| Junior SuiteCategory JR; full-sized private veranda. | Suite | 2 | 340 sq ft | 2 | 2 |
| Veranda StateroomCategories AX and BX; category AX is on Upper Deck and BX is on Middle Deck. Most are approximately 230 square feet; some are approximately 215 square feet. | Balcony | 60 | 215-230 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Deluxe StateroomCategories CX, DX and EX; large opening picture window and no private veranda. | Oceanview | 32 | 142 sq ft | 2 | 1 |
Dining, bars & venues
5 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Neva Restaurant
Included
The main dining room occupies the forward section of the Middle Deck.
Grill
Included
A casual outdoor food-service area on the Sun Deck.
Bars & lounges
Panorama Bar
Varies
An observation bar at the aft end of the Upper Deck.
Bar
Varies
A bar beside the seating and performance area on the Sun Deck.
History & sister ships
- 2013Entered service, built by RSW Rosslauer Schiffswerft GmbH, Dessau-Rosslau, Germany.
- 2012The vessel underwent an extensive refurbishment and was renamed from Viking Peterhof to Viking Rurik.
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No itineraries found for this ship.
Viking Rurik FAQ
What flag does Viking Rurik sail under?
Viking Rurik is registered in Russia.
How many passengers does Viking Rurik hold?
Viking Rurik carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Rurik?
Viking Rurik entered service in 2013 and was last refurbished in 2012.
How big is Viking Rurik?
At 2,354 gross tons and 125 m long, Viking Rurik is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Rurik?
There are no formal nights. Daytime dress is casual, while evening dress is elegant casual; jackets and ties are optional.
Is dining included on Viking Rurik?
All onboard dining is included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, along with specialty coffees, teas and bottled water.
Is Wi-Fi included on Viking Rurik?
Wi-Fi is included, although connection speed and availability may vary with cellular coverage, satellite conditions, terrain and weather.
How are gratuities handled on Viking Rurik?
Gratuities are discretionary. Guests may pre-purchase them or accept a discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account, with the amount depending on the destination.
Can children sail on Viking Rurik?
Guests must be at least 18 years old on or before embarkation. The ship does not provide children’s facilities or services.
Is Viking Rurik suitable for guests using wheelchairs?
Viking Rurik does not have wheelchair-accessible staterooms. The ship has an elevator, but guests with mobility needs should confirm the ship’s layout and accessibility requirements with Viking before booking.