American Cruise Lines
American Symphony
- Cruises
- 15
- From
- $4,255
Ship comparison
American Symphony vs Viking Bragi
Viking River Cruises
Viking Bragi
- Cruises
- 8
- From
- $1,999
The verdict
Which should you choose?
American Symphony is an intimate American Cruise Lines ship carrying 175 passengers, in service since 2022. Viking Bragi is an intimate Viking River Cruises ship carrying 190 passengers, in service since 2013.
Choose American Symphony if you want a better-rated spa and gym, more of a party or more adventure and nature: it outscores Viking Bragi for spa & fitness (6.0 vs 2.0), party (5.0 vs 1.0) and adventure & nature (5.0 vs 3.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Viking Bragi if you want a lower starting fare, more culture or better-rated dining: it outscores American Symphony for cultural (7.0 vs 5.0) and dining (7.5 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $1,999 (vs $4,255).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| American Symphony | Viking Bragi | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | American Cruise Lines | Viking River Cruises |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2022 (better) | 2013 |
| Gross tonnage | 5,400 | 5,000 |
| Passengers | 175 | 190 |
| Crew | 43 | 45 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 4.1 (better) | 4.2 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 30.9 (better) | 26.3 |
| Cabins | 91 | — |
| Decks | 6 | 4 |
| Length | 269 ft | 443 ft |
| Beam | 56 ft | 37 ft |
| Speed | — | 17 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 6 / 10 | 9 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 15 | 8 |
| Upcoming sailings | 129 | 78 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 15 nights | 7 to 14 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $4,255 | $1,999 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. American Symphony leads on 3 of the ten, Viking Bragi on 5, with 2 level.
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American Cruise Lines
American Symphony
The 175-passenger American Symphony launched in August 2022 and offers historic sightseeing along the Mississippi River. The ship features an updated modern interior design to complement its spacious all-balcony staterooms, numerous lounges and public spaces with panoramic views.
Sailing now
15 cruises on sale, from $4,255.
Viking River Cruises
Viking Bragi
The 190-passenger Viking Bragi takes travelers on a grand voyage along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers from Budapest to Amsterdam — or the reverse — with Vienna and a host of charming river towns along the way.
Highlights
- Sun deck with 360-degree views and shaded sitting area; organic herb garden and solar panels; putting green, chess and walking track
- Free shipwide wireless Internet service
- Balcony cabins have floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
- Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship is great place to watch the river roll by
Sailing now
8 cruises on sale, from $1,999.
Questions
American Symphony or Viking Bragi?
Which is bigger, American Symphony or Viking Bragi?
American Symphony is bigger at 5,400 gross tons, against 5,000 gross tons for Viking Bragi. American Symphony carries 175 passengers and Viking Bragi carries 190.
Which ship is newer, American Symphony or Viking Bragi?
American Symphony is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2022 against 2013 for Viking Bragi.
Which has more space per passenger?
American Symphony, with 30.9 gross tons per passenger against 26.3 on Viking Bragi. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
American Symphony, with one crew member for every 4.1 passengers against one for every 4.2 on Viking Bragi.
Which is better for families?
Viking Bragi scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10, against 1.0 for American Symphony.
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