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Viking Venus

Expand your horizons on comfortable, state-of-the-art ships, intimate and thoughtfully created by experienced nautical architects and designers to enrich your interaction with your destination in…

About Viking Venus

Expand your horizons on comfortable, state-of-the-art ships, intimate and thoughtfully created by experienced nautical architects and designers to enrich your interaction with your destination in every way. Each sister ship carries only 930 guests and is engineered at a scale that allows direct access into most ports. The fleet features understated elegance and modern Scandinavian design.

Ship Facts

Launch yearLanguageGross tonnageLengthWidthCurrencySpeedCapacityCrew countDeck countCabin countWheelchair cabin countElectrical plugs
2020en48000227 meters29 metersEUR20 knots93046594652 types:
US 2 Pin 110v
EU 2 Pin 220v
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Accommodation

Our intimate, all-veranda ships offer a wide variety of staterooms for your selection. From Veranda Staterooms to the abundance of extra perks and amenities in our spacious Explorer Suites, there’s no finer way to travel. And whichever stateroom you choose, you will find it beautifully designed in the understated elegance for which Viking is known.

Owner's Suite

  • Largest suite on board: 1,448 sq ft including expansive private veranda (multi-room suite)
  • 11:00 AM embarkation
  • 11:00 AM priority stateroom access
  • First opportunity to reserve shore excursions: 107 days prior to departure
  • 4 guaranteed priority reservations at each alternative restaurant: 100 days prior to departure
  • First priority booking of spa treatments: 100 days prior to departure
  • King-size Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens & pillows
  • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
  • Three 42 flat-screen, interactive LCD TVs with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand
  • 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
  • Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & upgraded snacks (replenished once daily); security safe; hair dryer
  • Direct-dial satellite phone & cell service
  • Large master bathroom featuring a spacious glass-enclosed shower, double-sink vanity, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, plus two guest bathrooms
  • Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
  • Purified water refilled daily
  • Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour room service (including service from any restaurant during open hours)
  • Spacious walk-in closet & drawers
  • Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, pressing & shoe shine services
  • Welcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne
  • In-suite binoculars, coffee brewer & traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket
  • Spacious, well-appointed living room
  • Separate dining area that seats 6 guests
  • Private library, wine & music collections curated by Chairman Torstein Hagen
  • Ocean-view dry sauna
  • Boardroom (seats 12) for business meetings & catered dinner parties, with first oceangoing vapor-light fireplace
  • Pantry for room service & hosted events
  • Complimentary shore excursion with private car & driver (up to 4 guests) in port city of your choice (valued at up to $800)
  • Daily personalized tea or pre-dinner cocktail & canapés by request
  • Dinner & guided tour with ship officers (subject to availability)

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Dining Area
  • Vanity Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • Butler Service
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Coffee Machine
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Explorer Suite

  • Size including veranda: 757+ sq. ft.
  • 11:00 a.m. embarkation
  • 11:00 a.m. priority stateroom access
  • 3 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant: 90 days prior
  • Priority shore excursion reservations: 97 days prior
  • Priority booking of spa treatments: 90 days prior
  • Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished once daily
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne
  • Premium in-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
  • Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine & pressing
  • Purified water refilled daily
  • King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
  • 24-hour room service
  • Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
  • 42" flat-screen LCD TV
  • Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
  • Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets
  • Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
  • Wi-Fi

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Suite Benefits
  • Free Mini Bar
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Coffee Machine
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Penthouse Junior Suite

  • Size including veranda: 405 sq. ft.
  • 11:00 a.m. embarkation
  • 11:00 a.m. priority stateroom access
  • 3 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant: 80 days prior
  • Priority shore excursion reservations: 87 days prior
  • Priority booking of spa treatments: 80 days prior
  • Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished once daily
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne
  • Premium in-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
  • Complimentary laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine & pressing
  • Purified water refilled daily
  • King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
  • 24-hour room service
  • Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
  • 42" flat-screen LCD TV
  • Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
  • Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets
  • Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
  • Wi-Fi

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Lounge Area
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Free Mini Bar
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Coffee Machine
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Penthouse Veranda

  • Size including veranda: 338 sq. ft.
  • 11:00 a.m. embarkation
  • 1:00 p.m. stateroom access
  • 2 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant: 70 days prior
  • Priority shore excursion reservations: 77 days prior
  • Priority booking of spa treatments: 70 days prior
  • Mini-bar with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished once daily
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne
  • In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
  • Complimentary shoe shine & pressing service
  • Purified water refilled daily
  • King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
  • 24-hour room service
  • Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
  • 42" flat-screen LCD TV
  • Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
  • Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets
  • Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
  • Wi-Fi

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Free Mini Bar
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Coffee Machine
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Deluxe Veranda

  • Size including veranda: 270 sq. ft.
  • 11:00 a.m. embarkation
  • 2:00 p.m. stateroom access
  • 1 guaranteed priority reservations at each specialty restaurant: 60 days prior
  • Priority shore excursion reservations: 67 days prior
  • Priority booking of spa treatments: 60 days prior
  • Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks, replenished once daily
  • In-suite binoculars, coffee maker & cashmere blanket
  • Purified water refilled daily
  • King-size Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
  • 24-hour room service
  • Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
  • 42" flat-screen LCD TV
  • Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
  • Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets
  • Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
  • Wi-Fi

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Room Service Available
  • Free Mini Bar
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Coffee Machine
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Veranda

  • Size including veranda: 270 sq. ft.
  • 11:00 a.m. embarkation
  • 3:00 p.m. stateroom access
  • Shore excursion reservations: 60 days prior
  • Mini-bar with soft drinks, water & snacks
  • Laundry, dry cleaning, shoe shine & pressing
  • Purified water refilled daily
  • Viking Explorer bed with luxury linens
  • 24-hour room service
  • Luxury robes, slippers & toiletries
  • 42" flat-screen LCD TV
  • Interactive TV & movies-on-demand
  • Security safe, hair dryer, 110/220 volt outlets
  • Direct dial satellite phone & cell service
  • Wi-Fi

Facilities

  • King or Twin Configuration
  • Shower
  • Toiletries Provided
  • Free Mini Bar
  • TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Media/Entertainment Station
  • Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
  • Desk

Entertainment

There is no such thing as a typical evening onboard, nor shortage of entertainment. Whether it’s a cabaret, opera, classical or popular music concert, the theatre is home to an inspiring choice of productions. Film fans can feast on classic movies and the latest blockbusters in one of the cinemas. Or take in the breeze as you take in a film at the open-air cinema.

When the stars come out, so does the entertainment. From sipping an artisan gin and exchanging stories with newfound friends in Paps, the Explorer’s Bar, to enjoying the sounds of the guitarist, pianist and singer in one of the lounges. Take a seat in the plush theatre for a dazzling show, or dance the night away in Torshavn nightclub. Sing along to a band, or lie back by the pool under the night sky to watch a movie on the giant screen – the popcorn is on the house. However you choose to spend your evenings on board, being bored is never an option

The Wintergarden

When you yearn for serenity, there is no better place on ship than a visit to the Wintergarden. This charming, airy space around the main pool is perfect for relaxing in clean, uncluttered Scandinavian-designed environment. Even here, our focus is on enrichment, as this is the place to witness a tea ceremony, or indulge in an afternoon tea service, complete with hand-selected teas, finger sandwiches and pastries.

Viking Bar

Enjoy a cocktail in the Viking Bar, which is located on the ground floor of the atrium.

The Viking Living Room

The ideal setting for relaxation and conversation, The Viking Living Room draws guests together. Spacious seating, melodic piano tunes, live entertainment and planned activities foster rich camaraderie. And its well-curated Viking Library informs even the best-read traveler. Adorned with nautical touches from Viking days, including the clinker-built bar inspired by ancient longships, it is the most inspired living room at sea.

The Theatre & Cinema

Even our theaters connect you to the destinations.

Our main venue, The Theater, features live performances that bring you closer to the culture of our destinations. Sometimes, the destination we connect you to exists solely in the realm of an otherworldly theatrical journey, as is the case with beautifully themed shows. 

We will also pull back the curtains of our destinations with cinema in our two movie theaters, which show first-run films you have not yet seen as well as destination-driven cinema such as "Room with A View," "Roman Holiday," or "Skyfall." And because the intellect also needs to be stimulated, our theaters will always be buzzing with fresh, new insights from our port talks and onboard lectures that feature the history, art, and culture of our destinations. And since we have always promised you will explore the world in comfort, we have banished uncomfortable theater seating in favor of soft and spacious sofa seating

Explorers' Lounge

Inspired by the trade routes of Vikings, the Explorers’ Lounge is the ideal place for guests to share their discoveries over an aquavit or a craft beer while sampling fine Scandinavian fare. Central to the Explorers’ Lounge is Mamsen’s, a casual gourmet deli inspired by Norwegian cuisine, from smoked salmon to open-faced sandwiches and locally sourced charcuterie and cheeses. The daily “Waffle Hour” provides mouth-watering samples of the beloved treat.

The Shops

There are shops located on Deck 2.

Dining

The Restaurant

Breakfast and dinner, welcome to The Restaurant. One of the finest restaurants you'll find. Anywhere. Where the daily changing menus complement the daily changing views. And where you can feast on traditional favourites as well as local specialities, all perfectly prepared and presented. 

Aquavit Terrace

There is nothing like dining in the great outdoors. Big sky. Setting sun and a chance to drink in the fresh air, as well as the views. Step out of The World Café onto The Aquavit Terrace. Breakfast, lunch and dinner, it is everything you want relaxed dining to be.

World Café

Discover flavours of the east in Copenhagen, the tastes of Tuscany in Sydney, and the freshest sushi in the Amazon jungle. Morning, noon and night, explore a world of taste at the World Cafe. A celebration of foods that make us different, but also bring us together.

Explorers' Lounge

Inspired by the trade routes of Vikings, the Explorers’ Lounge is the ideal place for guests to share their discoveries over an aquavit or a craft beer while sampling fine Scandinavian fare. Central to the Explorers’ Lounge is Mamsen’s, a casual gourmet deli inspired by Norwegian cuisine, from smoked salmon to open-faced sandwiches and locally sourced charcuterie and cheeses. The daily “Waffle Hour” provides mouth-watering samples of the beloved treat.

The Chef's Table

Executive Chef Anthony Mamboussin's dining concept has been impressing guests on every cruise. Five courses, each with a wine pairing, follow a specific theme. Venice Carnival. Sweet and Sour. Asian Panorama. It's a whole new world of discovery. 

Manfredi's

Long, laughter-filled dinners don't get better than those in Manfredi's, the Italian grill restaurant. Traditional Tuscan and Roman cuisine (think perfectly cooked steaks, fresh seafood, handmade pastas and an overflowing antipasto trolley) in a warm, contemporary setting. Buon Appetito!

The Pool Grill

When stepping in for lunch is a step too far, tuck into a tasty snack at the Pool Grill. Classic, American-style sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs always hit the spot. Pile on the mustard, dress with pickles, slaw and sauces and wash it down with an ice-cold beer or crisp white wine. Lap it up, it’s all included.

Mamsen's

In the Nordic deli, feast on waffles laden with fresh blueberries and cream or gjetjost, Norway's sweet nutty cheese. Or tuck into pancakes covered in cloudberry jam or glistening with lemon and sugar. Flipping marvellous.

The Wintergarden

A good afternoon. A comfy sofa in The Wintergarden. Sandwiches, cakes and scones, and a pot of your favourite blend of tea. The light and airy surroundings and the striking blonde wooden canopy are as delicious as the cream teas.

Private Dining

Because it’s a special occasion. Or just because. Book your table in one of the private dining rooms at Manfredi’s of The Chef’s Table. An intimate setting made even more personal.

24-hour Room Service

Breakfast in bed. Lunch on your private veranda. Late night nibbles. Enjoy room service at any time, without paying any more.

Enrichment

Viking believe the best way to understand a country is through enrichment. Each cruise is thoughtfully curated with hand-picked itineraries so you can immerse yourself in history, music, art, cuisine—everything you need to know about your destination. And before you step foot on shore, you will glean insights from history experts and academic luminaries in our theater, chosen by the Viking Enrichment Board.

Enrichment Program

Travel should be so much more than just a trip, and Viking believe the best way to understand a country is through enrichment. On their cruises, you truly explore your destination—through its food, culture, countryside and customs. Perhaps you accompany the ship’s chef on a trip to a local market; go behind the scenes at a famous theatre company; or even view private collections and hidden vaults at world-class museums.

They have a history of providing their guests a way to get below the surface, not just “check off” each port. That’s why their ocean cruises are centered around where you go, not just how you get there—with hand-picked itineraries so you can immerse yourself in history, music, art, cuisine—everything about your destination. In addition, they include excursions led by knowledgeable local guides in every port of call. You learn about the lands through which you travel via enrichment lectures that bring history to life; through cultural adventures; in-depth pre-trip materials; and on-demand programming—all designed to help you experience the most from your travels.

Health & Fitness

The Spa

Blending the rejuvenating experience of Nordic therapies with the restorative power of the sea, Viking have reinvented the spa experience; drawing upon the holistic wellness philosophy of Nordic culture. To stimulate your circulatory system visit the snow grotto where snowflakes gently descend from the ceiling through chilled air, then invigorate yourself in the sauna, following a centuries-old Nordic tradition.

Bright and beautiful, The Spa is a destination in its own right. A sanctuary for body and soul, float in the gently bubbling water of the hydrotherapy pool, warmed by the sight of flickering flames of a full-length fireplace. Recline on a heated ceramic bed under soft lighting. Chill out in the Snow Grotto. Relax.

Main Pool

The heated Main Pool and hot tub provide a calming oasis in any weather. The retractable roof allows for any-time swims and soaks.

A haven for relaxation, it’s a fun spot to socialize during a day at sea. It’s been thoughtfully designed for lap swims, leisurely wading or enjoying a drink poolside.

By night, it’s a magical setting for star gazing and for viewing our “Movies under the Stars.

Infinity Pool

The Infinity Pool, one of the first of its kind at sea, gives you a sense of swimming in the heart of your destination. Its glass backing is infused with the spirit of exploration.

Fitness Centre

The state-of-the-art gym adds some muscle to your exercise regime, and the breathtaking views help you forget how hard you're working. Our personal trainers offer programmes to inspire you to build enthusiasm for movement and exercise, and have fun too.

Flex and stretch in a yoga or pilates class in a studio space that, like the gym, has floor-to-ceiling windows. Yoga mats sit in a handwoven basket. Gleaming weights invite you to step it up a notch and, everywhere, chilled bottled water keeps you hydrated and refreshed.

Sports Deck

As well as a walking track, the Sports Deck features an outdoor gym and other activities, including mini golf, shuffleboard and quiots. Game on.

The Salon

Head to the hair and beauty salon, because you're worth it, of course. A Viking ocean cruise is all about feeling good, from top to toe.

Deckplans

Deck 9

  • Outdoor Gym & Yoga Area

Deck 8

  • Staterooms
  • Explorers' Lounge (upper level)

Deck 7

  • Main Pool (with retractable roof)
  • Explorers' Lounge (main level)
  • Wintergarden
  • Aquavit Terrace (with al fresco dining)
  • Infinity Pool & Hot Tub
  • Mamsen's
  • Lanai
  • Pool Grill
  • Cinema
  • Pool Bar
  • Owner's Suite

Deck 6

  • Navigational Bridge
  • Staterooms
  • Self-service Launderette
  • 2 ADA Cabins

Deck 5

  • Staterooms
  • Self-service Launderette

Deck 4

  • Staterooms
  • Self-service Launderette

Deck 3

  • Staterooms
  • Self-service Launderette
  • Atrium (top level)

Deck 2

  • Theatre & Bar
  • Cinema 1 & 2
  • Torshavn
  • Shops
  • Atrium
  • Restaurant
  • Wraparound Promenade

Deck 1

  • The Spa
  • Viking Living Room
  • Guest Services
  • Fitness Centre
  • Viking Bar

Deck A

  • Medical Centre

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