Signature highlights
Panoramic public spaces, 360-degree sun deck views, Aquavit Terrace, library, onboard shop, walking track, putting green and herb garden.
Viking Var
Viking Var is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2014. This page lists 6 upcoming departures across 6 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 quiet, child-free river cruise
✓ Travelers who prioritize river views from their cabin
✓ Guests who enjoy lectures and cultural programming
Viking Var 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, child-free river cruise
- Travelers who prioritize river views from their cabin
- Guests who enjoy lectures and cultural programming
- Couples wanting suite layouts with separate living space
- Passengers comfortable using stairs between 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
- Passengers wanting nightlife or numerous dining venues
- Travelers seeking inside cabins
Live Position ● 40 minutes ago
Heading to: GONYUCurrently on: 7 Nights Europe Cruise (7 nights) — En route to Budapest — last stop Budapest
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Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Var
Viking Var is a 190-guest Viking Longship built for European river cruising, with 95 outside staterooms and a compact four-deck layout. Passenger spaces emphasize panoramic river views, including the Aquavit Terrace, lounge and restaurant, while the sun deck adds open-air seating, a walking track, putting green, herb garden and solar panels. Accommodation ranges from standard picture-window rooms to veranda staterooms and two-room suites. The ship is designed for intimate, destination-focused cruising on European waterways.
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
- HE7417
- IMO number
- 8339770
- MMSI
- 269057417
- Draft
- 1.6 m
Onboard Experience
Pools, spa & wellness
Sun-deck walking track and outdoor leisure areas; no dedicated fitness center or spa was confirmed from the current operator page.
Accessibility
An elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks only; the operator notes that categories E and F do not have elevator access.
Environmental features
The operator describes hybrid engines designed to reduce vibration and lists solar panels on the sun deck; the ship also has 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 Standard Stateroom 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 Var deck plans from Viking River Cruises →
Cabins & suites
Oceanview 26%
Balcony 64%
Suite 9%
| Category | Type | Cabins | Size | Sleeps | Decks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard StateroomCategories E and F. | Oceanview | 25 | 150 sq ft | 2 | 1, 3 |
| French Balcony StateroomCategories C and D; floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opens to a French balcony. | Balcony | 22 | 135 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda StateroomCategories A and B; private full-size veranda. | Balcony | 39 | 205 sq ft | 2 | 2, 3 |
| Veranda SuiteCategory AA; separate sitting room, full-size veranda and French balcony. | Suite | 7 | 275 sq ft | 2 | 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 used for casual meals and scenic viewing.
Bars & lounges
Lounge & Bar
Varies
An observation lounge with a bar, dance floor, piano and space for lectures.
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 Var sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | $286 | $357 | $286 | 0 | 0 | 0 | $328 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
From $2,699 · $386/night
Ports of CallNext: Apr 9, 2027
1 upcoming departure
From $1,999 · $286/night
Ports of CallNext: Dec 18, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All 6 itineraries and their departure dates
- 17 Nights Europe Cruise 7 May 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 16 Apr 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 9 Apr 2027
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 27 Nov 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 18 Dec 2026
- 7 Nights Europe Cruise 30 Oct 2026
All Upcoming Departures
| Departure | Return | Itinerary | Nights | Region | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 30, 2026 | Nov 6, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Nov 27, 2026 | Dec 4, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Dec 18, 2026 | Dec 25, 2026 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 9, 2027 | Apr 16, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| Apr 16, 2027 | Apr 23, 2027 | 7 Nights Europe Cruise | 7 | European River Cruises | Book → |
| May 7, 2027 | May 24, 2027 | 17 Nights Europe Cruise | 17 | European River Cruises | Book → |
Viking Var FAQ
What flag does Viking Var sail under?
Viking Var is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Var hold?
Viking Var carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Var?
Viking Var entered service in 2014.
How big is Viking Var?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Var is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 11% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.
What is the dress code on Viking Var?
Daytime dress is casual. There are no formal nights; evening dress is elegant casual, with trousers and a collared shirt recommended for men and a dress, skirt or slacks for women.
Is dining included on Viking Var?
All onboard dining is included. Beer, wine and soft drinks are complimentary with lunch and dinner, while other beverages may cost extra.
Is Wi-Fi included?
Wi-Fi is complimentary throughout the ship, although connection speed and availability can vary because the service uses cellular or satellite connections.
Are gratuities included?
Gratuities are discretionary rather than included in the cruise fare. Guests may pre-purchase them or have a discretionary service charge added to the shipboard account.
Is Viking Var accessible for passengers with mobility limitations?
The elevator connects the Middle and Upper decks only. Main and Sun decks are not served by the elevator, and Viking requires guests who need assistance to travel with an able-bodied companion.
Can children sail on Viking Var?
All guests must be at least 18 years old on or before embarkation. Viking does not provide children's facilities or services on its river ships.