Signature highlights
The ship features a 360-degree Sun Deck with shaded seating, a walking track, putting green, herb garden and solar panels. Its Aquavit Terrace provides an indoor-outdoor viewing and dining area at the bow.
Viking Vidar
Viking Vidar is a 190-guest Viking River Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2012. This page lists 14 upcoming departures across 14 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.
Viking Vidar at a glance
Ship size
Bigger than 10%
A small expedition-size ship at 2,354 gross tons — #398 of 520 ships we track. 12 tons of ship per guest.
Live Position ● 17 minutes ago
Heading to: Frankfurt am MainCurrently on: 14 Nights Europe Cruise (14 nights) — En route to Vienna — last stop Budapest
Budapest
→ Budapest
→ Vienna
→ Vienna
→ Melk
→ Passau
→ Regensburg
→ Nuremberg
→ Bamberg
→ Wurzburg
→ Wertheim
→ Koblenz
→ Cologne
→ Kinderdijk
→ Amsterdam
Coming up
8.0 knots
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
About Viking Vidar
Viking Vidar is a 190-guest Viking Longship designed for scenic European river cruising on the Rhine, Main and Danube. The 135-meter ship combines Scandinavian styling with large windows, an indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace and a Sun Deck with panoramic views. Its 95 outside staterooms range from compact standard rooms to spacious suites, while the intimate scale supports a relaxed, destination-focused atmosphere. Guests can expect a quiet onboard experience centered on regional scenery, included dining and culturally oriented shore excursions.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Viking River Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- NEPTUN WERFT, Rostock-Warnemünde, Germany
- Registry / flag
- Switzerland (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
- IMO number
- 8339964
- MMSI
- 269057497
- Draft
- 1.6 m
Onboard Experience
Dining
The main Restaurant offers panoramic river views and serves regional and international cuisine. The Aquavit Terrace supports more casual al fresco dining, weather permitting.
Entertainment
Entertainment is generally low-key and destination focused, with a Lounge & Bar, library, onboard shop and panoramic public spaces rather than large theatrical productions.
Staterooms & suites
Viking Vidar has 95 outside staterooms: 25 Standard Staterooms, 22 French Balcony Staterooms, 39 Veranda Staterooms, 7 Veranda Suites and 2 Explorer Suites. Explorer Suites include separate living and sleeping areas and a wraparound balcony.
For families
The ship is designed primarily for adult river travelers and does not offer dedicated children's clubs or major family amusement facilities.
Pools, spa & wellness
A walking track is available on the Sun Deck, alongside open-air seating and river views. The ship does not advertise a full-service spa or fitness center on its official ship page.
Accessibility
An elevator serves the Middle and Upper Decks, but categories E and F do not have elevator access. Travelers with mobility needs should verify cabin and embarkation arrangements directly with Viking.
Environmental features
Viking lists ecologically friendly hybrid engines intended to reduce vibration and improve ride comfort. The Sun Deck also includes solar panels and an organic herb garden.
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 Vili Viking River Cruises · 2012
Viking Aegir Viking River Cruises · 2013
Where Viking Vidar sails, month by month
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| European River Cruises | 0 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| From / night | 0 | $371 | $471 | 0 | 0 | $393 | $328 | $350 | $434 | $427 | 0 | 0 |
Ports it visits most
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Itineraries & Sailings
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· $393/night
Ports of Call
Next: Mar 24, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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· $434/night
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Next: Jun 16, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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· $336/night
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 7, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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· $471/night
Ports of Call
Next: Dec 14, 2026
1 upcoming departure
All Upcoming Departures
Viking Vidar FAQ
What flag does Viking Vidar sail under?
Viking Vidar is registered in Switzerland.
How many passengers does Viking Vidar hold?
Viking Vidar carries about 190 guests with roughly 51 crew.
How old is Viking Vidar?
Viking Vidar entered service in 2012.
How big is Viking Vidar?
At 2,354 gross tons and 135 m long, Viking Vidar is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 10% of the 520 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.