Explora Journeys
Explora IV
- Cruises
- 109
- From
- $3,395
Ship comparison
Explora IV vs Viking Sea
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Sea
- Cruises
- 64
- From
- $2,899
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Explora IV is a mid-size Explora Journeys ship carrying 922 passengers. Viking Sea is a mid-size Viking Ocean Cruises ship carrying 930 passengers, in service since 2016. Explora IV has no Bliss scores or specs yet, so the verdict rests on the figures we do hold.
On the figures we hold, neither ship leads the other by a clear margin, so let the itinerary and the fare decide.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Explora IV | Viking Sea | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Explora Journeys | Viking Ocean Cruises |
| Ship size | Medium | Medium |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | — | 2016 |
| Gross tonnage | — | 47,800 |
| Passengers | 922 | 930 |
| Crew | — | 550 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | — | 1.7 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | — | 51.4 |
| Decks | — | 14 |
| Length | — | 745 ft |
| Beam | — | 95 ft |
| Speed | — | 23 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | — | 10 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 109 | 64 |
| Upcoming sailings | 120 | 135 |
| Cruise lengths | 5 to 43 nights | 7 to 28 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,395 | $2,899 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday.
Explora IV has no Bliss scores yet.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Explora Journeys
Explora IV
Sailing now
109 cruises on sale, from $3,395.
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Sea
Viking Ocean Cruises launched its second ocean cruise ship in April 2016. Nearly identical to its sister ship, Viking Star (see review), the 930-passenger Viking Sea focuses on destination immersion, giving guests ample time to explore ports large and small.
Highlights
- Local musicians playing regional music in three-deck atrium
- Offshore excursions introducing local culture
- All-veranda staterooms
- Afternoon tea service in the Wintergarten
Sailing now
64 cruises on sale, from $2,899.
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