4.9/5 ⭐Google 650+ Reviews | A+ Better Business Bureau
Overview
Viking Ocean cruises proudly carries on the Scandinavian spirit of adventure in their ships, and Viking Vela is no different!
An intimate ship with all-veranda accommodations, guests will appreciate the sleek design and luxurious onboard amenities.
That’s not even half of it – Viking Vela plays host to all your favorite Viking restaurants and bars, along with the world-class service Viking is known for.
Quick Facts
Year Built
Refurbished
Wheelchair Accessible
Godmother
Passenger Capacity
Crew
Passenger to Crew Ratio
4.0
4 Reviews
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May 30, 2026
5 out of 5 stars
Pros: Scenery, history, museums, natjure
Cons: None
Accommodations
5
Activities
4
Entertainment
4
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
May 27, 2026
5 out of 5 stars
Pros: Scenery, history, museums, natjure
Cons: None
Accommodations
5
Activities
4
Entertainment
4
Food
5
Staff
5
Itinerary
5
Value
0
Overall
5
Recommend
Yes
Mar 6, 2025
3 out of 5 stars
We were promised a trip to Northern Norway and the Arctic circle and they changed our route almost as we left the first port. This has happened more than 80% of the time. So it was just marketing, not a real plan. In addition, the food was mediocre, and there were surprisingly few interesting activities onboard.
Pros: Staff were great.
Cons: They did not complete our trip.
Accommodations
4
Activities
2
Entertainment
2
Food
3
Staff
5
Itinerary
1
Value
0
Overall
3
Recommend
No
Mar 3, 2025
3 out of 5 stars
We did not get to do the ports that were scheduled near the Arctic Circle. They informed us on day two the seas were too rough. Passengers started checking online and learned the trip hadn't gone as advertised since the ship had a significant malfunction on its maiden voyage and every since the itineraries were changed. But Viking didn't let us know til we were already there. Then the excursions were lame at best and Viking kept telling us what a wonderful job they were doing arranging tours "at the last minute". Food is good but breakfast/lunch in the World Cafe are same day after day.
Pros: staff is really, really nice
Cons: on day two the itineray was significantly changed until the last two ports. Showers are too small and I'm not overweight.
Accommodations
3
Activities
2
Entertainment
2
Food
3
Staff
5
Itinerary
2
Value
0
Overall
3
Recommend
No
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Deck 7Largest suite on board: 1,448 sq ft including expansive private veranda (multi-room suite). Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, Three 42 flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote & complimentary...
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Deck 7Size including private veranda: 405 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, Two 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets &...
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Deck 8Size including private veranda: 405 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, Two 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets &...
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Deck 3Size including private veranda: 757–1,163 sq. ft. *Room size and layouts vary based on ship location. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, Two 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote...
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Deck 6Size including private veranda: 757–1,163 sq. ft. *Room size and layouts vary based on ship location. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, Two 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote...
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Deck 4Size including private veranda: 338 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets & USB...
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Deck 3Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets & USB...
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Deck 3Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets & USB...
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Deck 3Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets & USB...
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Deck 4Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets & USB...
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Deck 4Size including private veranda: 270 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets & USB...
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Deck 5Size including private veranda: 338 sq. ft. Features: King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows, 42" flat-screen, interactive LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand, 110/220 volt outlets & USB...
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Viking Vela
From
Bergen, Norway
1 Sailing
Jun 11, 2027
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Viking Vela
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Bergen, Norway
1 Sailing
Jun 11, 2027
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Viking Vela
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
1 Sailing
Jun 4, 2027
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Viking Vela
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Amsterdam, The Netherlands
2 Sailings
Apr 23 - Jun 4, 2027
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Viking Vela
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Barcelona, Spain
1 Sailing
Mar 26, 2027
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Viking Vela
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Barcelona, Spain
1 Sailing
Feb 25, 2027
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Viking Vela
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Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy
1 Sailing
Feb 18, 2027
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Viking Vela
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Fusina, Venice, Italy
1 Sailing
Jun 20, 2028
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Viking Vela
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Istanbul, Turkey
1 Sailing
Jan 25, 2028
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Viking Vela
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Istanbul, Turkey
1 Sailing
Jan 25, 2028
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