Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Jupiter
- Cruises
- 93
- From
- $3,799
Ship comparison
Viking Jupiter vs Viking Mars
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Mars
- Cruises
- 68
- From
- $3,299
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Viking Jupiter is a mid-size Viking Ocean Cruises ship carrying 930 passengers, in service since 2019. Viking Mars is a mid-size Viking Ocean Cruises ship carrying 930 passengers, in service since 2022.
Choose Viking Jupiter if you want more of a party, better-rated dining or more adventure and nature: it outscores Viking Mars for party (7.0 vs 5.0), dining (8.0 vs 7.0) and adventure & nature (7.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Viking Mars if you want a more active cruise, a more family-friendly ship or more culture: it outscores Viking Jupiter for active (8.0 vs 7.0), family friendly (2.0 vs 1.0) and cultural (8.0 vs 7.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Viking Jupiter | Viking Mars | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Ocean Cruises |
| Ship size | Medium | Medium |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2019 | 2022 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 47,800 | 47,800 |
| Passengers | 930 | 930 |
| Crew | 465 | 465 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 51.4 | 51.4 |
| Decks | 10 | 10 |
| Length | 745 ft | 745 ft |
| Beam | 92 ft | 94 ft |
| Speed | 23 mph | 23 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 10 / 10 | 10 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 93 | 68 |
| Upcoming sailings | 147 | 121 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 35 nights | 7 to 28 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,799 | $3,299 (better) |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Viking Jupiter leads on 3 of the ten, Viking Mars on 3, with 4 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Jupiter
The sixth ocean ship from Viking Ocean Cruises, Viking Jupiter debuted in February 2019. Similar to its sister ships, Viking Jupiter offers the same inclusive premium cruise experience with itineraries focusing on the ports of call. But Viking Jupiter is a marvel itself.
Highlights
- An all-inclusive cruising experience
- The specialty dining restaurants on the ship are complimentary.
- The free spa includes a sauna, a Nordic plunge pool, a thermal pool, a snow grotto and a steam bath.
- Enjoy finger sandwiches, petite desserts, a dozen different teas and light music in the Wintergarden.
Sailing now
93 cruises on sale, from $3,799.
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Mars
The eighth ocean ship from Viking Ocean Cruises, Viking Mars debuted in May 2022 and offers a rich set of itineraries throughout Europe, Australia and Asia.
Sailing now
68 cruises on sale, from $3,299.
Questions
Viking Jupiter or Viking Mars?
Which is bigger, Viking Jupiter or Viking Mars?
They are the same size, 47,800 gross tons each. Viking Jupiter carries 930 passengers and Viking Mars carries 930.
Which ship is newer, Viking Jupiter or Viking Mars?
Viking Mars is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2022 against 2019 for Viking Jupiter.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 51.4 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
They are level, with one crew member for every 2.0 passengers.
Which is better for families?
Viking Mars scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 2.0 out of 10, against 1.0 for Viking Jupiter.
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