Signature highlights
A 360-degree Sun Deck, walking track, putting green, shaded seating and forward Aquavit Terrace provide outdoor viewing and dining. The ship also features a panoramic lounge, library and floor-to-ceiling-window restaurant.
Viking Vali
Viking Vali is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2015. This page lists 12 upcoming departures across 12 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 an adults-only river cruise
✓ Scenic travelers who value balcony cabins
✓ Guests wanting included dining and Wi-Fi
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Viking Vali 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 an adults-only river cruise
- Scenic travelers who value balcony cabins
- Guests wanting included dining and Wi-Fi
- Travelers preferring intimate ships over large resorts
- Passengers interested in lectures and destination-focused activities
Think twice if you want
- Families traveling with children under 18
- Travelers seeking a pool, spa or fitness center
- Guests wanting theaters or large-scale entertainment
- Passengers who require elevator access to lower-deck cabins
- Travelers looking for inside cabins
Live Position ● 6 hours ago
Heading to: Frankfurt am MainCurrently on: 14-Night European River Cruises: Amsterdam to Budapest (14 nights) — En route to Bamberg — last stop Wurzburg
Amsterdam
→ Kinderdijk
→ Cologne
→ Koblenz
→ Miltenberg
→ Wurzburg
→ Bamberg
→ Nuremberg
→ Regensburg
→ Passau
→ Melk
→ Krems
→ Vienna
→ Vienna
→ Budapest
→ Budapest
Coming up
5.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Vali
Viking Vali is a 2019-built Viking Longship designed for European river cruising on the Rhine, Main and Danube. The 190-guest vessel combines Scandinavian-inspired interiors with a compact river-ship layout, panoramic public spaces and extensive river views. Its 95 outside staterooms include French balconies, verandas, veranda suites and two large Explorer Suites. Passengers can use the Aquavit Terrace, panoramic restaurant, lounge and bar, library, shop and open-air Sun Deck during the voyage.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Neptun Werft, Rostock, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- Call sign
- HE7691
- IMO number
- 8338271
- MMSI
- 269057691
- Draft
- 1.6 m
Onboard Experience
For families
The ship offers a relatively quiet, adult-oriented river-cruise environment with open deck space, a library and onboard entertainment systems. No dedicated children’s club or youth program is identified on the official ship page.
Pools, spa & wellness
The Sun Deck includes a walking track and open-air seating. Staterooms provide heated bathroom floors, spacious glass-enclosed showers and individual climate control.
Accessibility
An elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks, but the official page notes that categories E and F do not have elevator access. Accessibility is therefore limited in some lower-deck stateroom categories.
Environmental features
Viking identifies hybrid engines, solar panels and an organic herb garden among the Longship features. The hybrid propulsion is described as reducing vibration for a smoother ride.
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 Vali deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 26%
Balcony 64%
Suite 9%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard StateroomCategories E and F; half-height picture window; no elevator access. | Oceanview | 25 | 150 sq ft | 1 |
| French Balcony StateroomCategories C and D; French balcony with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door. | Balcony | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCategories A and B; full-size private veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCategory AA; separate living room and bedroom, with a veranda off the living room 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 breakfast, lunch and dinner with panoramic windows.
Aquavit Terrace & Lounge
Included
An indoor-outdoor bow venue offering casual meals and scenic river views.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
The main observation lounge includes a bar, dance floor, live music and presentations.
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 Vali sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | $379 | $471 | 0 | 0 | $607 | $386 | $375 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
Explore This Ship
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $8,499 · $607/night
Ports of CallNext: Mar 25, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $5,249 · $375/night
Ports of CallNext: May 6, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $3,499 · $500/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 10, 2026
1 upcoming departure
From $3,499 · $500/night
Ports of CallNext: Nov 25, 2027
1 upcoming departure
All 12 itineraries and their departure dates
- 14 Nights Europe Cruise 4 Nov 2027
- 14 Nights Europe Cruise 25 Mar 2027
- 14 Nights Europe Cruise 6 May 2027
- 14 Nights Europe Cruise 20 May 2027
- 14 Nights Europe Cruise 5 Nov 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 17 Dec 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 10 Dec 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 2 Dec 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 25 Nov 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 18 Nov 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 15 Apr 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 8 Apr 2027
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 5, 2026 | Nov 19, 2026 | 14 Nights Europe Cruise | 14 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 10, 2026 | Dec 17, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 17, 2026 | Dec 24, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Mar 25, 2027 | Apr 8, 2027 | 14 Nights Europe Cruise | 14 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 8, 2027 | Apr 15, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 15, 2027 | Apr 22, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| May 6, 2027 | May 20, 2027 | 14 Nights Europe Cruise | 14 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| May 20, 2027 | Jun 3, 2027 | 14 Nights Europe Cruise | 14 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 4, 2027 | Nov 18, 2027 | 14 Nights Europe Cruise | 14 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 18, 2027 | Nov 25, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 25, 2027 | Dec 2, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 2, 2027 | Dec 9, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Vali FAQ
What flag does Viking Vali sail under?
Viking Vali is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Vali hold?
Viking Vali carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Vali?
Viking Vali entered service in 2015.
How big is Viking Vali?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Vali is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Vali?
Daytime dress is casual. Evenings are elegant casual, with no formal nights; jackets and ties are optional.
Is dining included on Viking Vali?
All onboard meals are included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, while some beverages and specialty purchases may cost extra.
Are gratuities included?
Gratuities are discretionary and may be prepaid or added as a discretionary service charge to the shipboard account.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Wi-Fi is included, although connection speed and availability may vary because the ship relies on cellular and satellite connections.
Is Viking Vali accessible for passengers with limited mobility?
The elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks only. Categories E and F on the Main Deck do not have elevator access, and passengers should contact Viking about individual mobility requirements before booking.
Can children sail on Viking Vali?
Viking river cruises require guests to be at least 18 years old on embarkation day, and the ship has no children’s facilities.