Viking River Cruises
Viking Embla
- Cruises
- 11
- From
- $1,999
Ship comparison
Viking Embla vs Viking Gullveig
Viking River Cruises
Viking Gullveig
- Cruises
- 7
- From
- $1,999
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Viking Embla is an intimate Viking River Cruises ship carrying 190 passengers, in service since 2012. Viking Gullveig is an intimate Viking River Cruises ship carrying 190 passengers, in service since 2014.
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.
| Viking Embla | Viking Gullveig | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Viking River Cruises | Viking River Cruises |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2012 | 2014 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Passengers | 190 | 190 |
| Crew | 50 | 45 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.8 (better) | 4.2 |
| 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 (better) | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 11 | 7 |
| Upcoming sailings | 92 | 94 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 11 nights | 7 to 11 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $1,999 | $1,999 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Viking Embla leads on 2 of the ten, Viking Gullveig on 1, with 7 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Viking River Cruises
Viking Embla
The 190-passenger Viking Embla sails along the Rhine River Gorge, exploring a scenic, historic region made for river cruising.
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
- Ecologically friendly hybrid engines producing less vibrations for a smoother ride
Sailing now
11 cruises on sale, from $1,999.
Viking River Cruises
Viking Gullveig
The 190-passenger Viking Gullveig voyages along the storied Danube River, giving guests the opportunity to see the highlights of Budapest and Vienna 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
7 cruises on sale, from $1,999.
Questions
Viking Embla or Viking Gullveig?
Which is bigger, Viking Embla or Viking Gullveig?
They are the same size, 5,000 gross tons each. Viking Embla carries 190 passengers and Viking Gullveig carries 190.
Which ship is newer, Viking Embla or Viking Gullveig?
Viking Gullveig is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2014 against 2012 for Viking Embla.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 26.3 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Viking Embla, with one crew member for every 3.8 passengers against one for every 4.2 on Viking Gullveig.
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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