Signature highlights
The ship features a Sun Deck with 360-degree views, shaded seating, a walking track, putting green, organic herb garden, and solar panels. Its Aquavit Terrace provides an indoor-outdoor viewing and dining area at the bow.
Viking Sjofn
Viking Sjofn is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2024. This page lists 4 upcoming departures across 4 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port.
✓ Couples seeking a quiet river-cruise atmosphere
✓ Travelers who value panoramic river views
✓ Guests preferring included dining and complimentary Wi-Fi
Viking Sjofn 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
- Couples seeking a quiet river-cruise atmosphere
- Travelers who value panoramic river views
- Guests preferring included dining and complimentary Wi-Fi
- Readers and enrichment-focused travelers
- Passengers comfortable using stairs between some decks
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers seeking pools, spas, or fitness facilities
- Guests wanting extensive nightlife or entertainment venues
- Passengers needing elevator access to every passenger deck
- Travelers seeking interior staterooms
About Viking Sjofn
Viking Sjofn is a 2026 Viking Longship designed for Rhine River cruising. The 135-meter vessel accommodates 190 guests in 95 outside staterooms across four passenger decks, with Scandinavian-inspired interiors, panoramic public spaces, and Viking’s signature Aquavit Terrace. Accommodation ranges from standard rooms and French-balcony staterooms to veranda and two-room Explorer Suites. Viking’s current ship page lists 53 crew members and 443 feet of length.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Meyer Werft, hull S.596
Onboard Experience
For families
Viking Sjofn is designed primarily for adult-oriented cultural river cruising. No dedicated children’s facilities or family programming were identified on the operator’s ship page.
Pools, spa & wellness
The ship provides outdoor walking space and scenic areas for light activity, including a walking track and putting green. No dedicated spa or fitness center is listed on the operator’s current ship page.
Accessibility
An elevator serves the Middle and Upper Decks, but the operator notes that categories E and F do not have elevator access. The ship page does not provide a broader accessibility specification.
Environmental features
The ship is equipped with hybrid engines intended to reduce vibration and improve efficiency, plus solar panels and an organic herb garden on the Sun Deck.
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 & Bar The Library Bar Buffet Grills Explorer Suite Veranda Suite Veranda Stateroom French Balcony StateroomDeck 2 · Middle Deck
Restaurant Shop Buffet Guest Services Kitchen Veranda Stateroom French Balcony StateroomDeck 1 · Main Deck
Standard StateroomView the official Viking Sjofn deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Suite 9%
Balcony 64%
Oceanview 26%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Explorer SuiteCode ES; wraparound private veranda and French balcony. | Suite | 2 | 445 sq ft | 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCode AA; full-size veranda and French balcony. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCodes A and B. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2, 3 |
| French Balcony StateroomCodes C and D; French balcony with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door. | Balcony | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2, 3 |
Dining, bars & venues
3 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.
Dining
Aquavit Terrace
Included
Indoor-outdoor dining and viewing area at the bow of the ship.
Restaurant
Included
Main dining room with panoramic windows.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
Main lounge and bar with 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 Sjofn sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $286 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $3,499 · $500/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 6, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $2,099 · $300/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 8, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $1,999 · $286/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 15, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 4 itineraries and their departure dates
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 6 Dec 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 29 Nov 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 8 Mar 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 15 Mar 2027
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 8, 2027 | Mar 15, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 15, 2027 | Mar 22, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 29, 2027 | Dec 6, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 6, 2027 | Dec 13, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Sjofn FAQ
How many passengers does Viking Sjofn hold?
Viking Sjofn carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Sjofn?
Viking Sjofn entered service in 2024.
How big is Viking Sjofn?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Sjofn is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Sjofn?
Daytime dress is casual. Evenings are elegant casual, with no formal nights; jackets and ties are optional.
Is dining included on Viking Sjofn?
All onboard dining is included. Beer, wine, and soft drinks are complimentary with lunch and dinner, while specialty beverages may cost extra.
How does tipping work on Viking Sjofn?
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.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Wi-Fi is complimentary, although connection speed and availability can vary because the service relies on cellular or satellite connections.
Is Viking Sjofn accessible for guests with mobility needs?
The elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks only; Standard Stateroom categories E and F do not have elevator access. Guests using wheelchairs must bring their own suitable wheelchair and travel with an able-bodied companion.
Can children sail on Viking Sjofn?
Guests must be at least 18 years old on or before embarkation. The ship does not provide facilities or services for younger guests.