Viking River Cruises
Viking Alsvin
- Cruises
- 14
- From
- $3,199
Ship comparison
Viking Alsvin vs Viking Tor
Viking River Cruises
Viking Tor
- Cruises
- 6
- From
- $1,999
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Viking Alsvin is an intimate Viking River Cruises ship carrying 190 passengers, in service since 2014. Viking Tor is an intimate Viking River Cruises ship carrying 190 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose Viking Alsvin if you want more cruises to choose from: it has 14 cruises on sale (vs 6).
Choose Viking Tor if you want a lower starting fare, better-rated dining or more of a party: it outscores Viking Alsvin for dining (8.0 vs 7.0) and party (2.0 vs 1.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and its cruises start from $1,999 (vs $3,199).
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Viking Alsvin | Viking Tor | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Viking River Cruises | Viking River Cruises |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2014 | 2014 |
| Gross tonnage | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Passengers | 190 | 190 |
| Crew | 50 | 50 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.8 | 3.8 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 26.3 | 26.3 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 443 ft | 443 ft |
| Beam | 37 ft | 37 ft |
| Speed | 17 mph | 17 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 | 9 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 14 | 6 |
| Upcoming sailings | 88 | 84 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 11 nights | 7 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,199 | $1,999 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Viking Alsvin leads on 0 of the ten, Viking Tor on 3, with 7 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Viking River Cruises
Viking Alsvin
The 190-passenger Viking Alsvin features two visually stunning — and dare we say romantic — cruise tours with a choice of Prague to Paris or Paris to Zurich.
Highlights
- Free shipwide wireless Internet service
- Observation Lounge and bar with floor-to-ceiling glass doors
- Aquavit Terrace with a revolutionary indoor/outdoor viewing area at the bow of the ship and grills for al fresco dining
- Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views
Sailing now
14 cruises on sale, from $3,199.
Viking River Cruises
Viking Tor
The 190-passenger Viking Tor takes passengers on scenic tour of the Blue Danube, with visits to Vienna and Budapest among the highlights.
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 wi-fi
- "Balcony" cabins have floor-to-ceiling glass doors
- Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship is great place to watch the river roll by
Sailing now
6 cruises on sale, from $1,999.
Questions
Viking Alsvin or Viking Tor?
Which is bigger, Viking Alsvin or Viking Tor?
They are the same size, 5,000 gross tons each. Viking Alsvin carries 190 passengers and Viking Tor carries 190.
Which ship is newer, Viking Alsvin or Viking Tor?
Both made their maiden voyage in 2014.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 26.3 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 3.8 passengers.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10.
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