Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Jupiter
- Cruises
- 93
- From
- $3,799
Ship comparison
Viking Jupiter vs Viking Vela
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Vela
- Cruises
- 107
- From
- $2,599
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Viking Jupiter is a mid-size Viking Ocean Cruises ship carrying 930 passengers, in service since 2019. Viking Vela is a mid-size Viking Ocean Cruises ship carrying 998 passengers, in service since 2024.
Choose Viking Jupiter if you want more of a party: it outscores Viking Vela for party (7.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Choose Viking Vela if you want more culture, a more active cruise or a more family-friendly ship: it outscores Viking Jupiter for cultural (10.0 vs 7.0), active (8.0 vs 7.0) and family friendly (2.0 vs 1.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Viking Jupiter | Viking Vela | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Ocean Cruises |
| Ship size | Medium | Medium |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2019 | 2024 (better) |
| Gross tonnage | 47,800 | 47,800 |
| Passengers | 930 | 998 |
| Crew | 465 | 463 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 2.0 (better) | 2.2 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 51.4 (better) | 47.9 |
| Decks | 10 | 14 |
| Length | 745 ft | 784 ft |
| Beam | 92 ft | 101 ft |
| Speed | 23 mph | 23 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 10 / 10 | — |
| Cruises on sale | 93 | 107 |
| Upcoming sailings | 147 | 186 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 35 nights | 7 to 35 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $3,799 | $2,599 (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 1 of the ten, Viking Vela on 5, 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 Vela
The 998-passenger Viking Vela debuted in December 2024 as the 10th ship in the upscale Viking Ocean Cruises fleet. This sophisticated ship was designed to embody the modern Scandinavian aesthetic, featuring elegant interiors and outdoor spaces and providing an intimate cruising experience.
Sailing now
107 cruises on sale, from $2,599.
Questions
Viking Jupiter or Viking Vela?
Which is bigger, Viking Jupiter or Viking Vela?
They are the same size, 47,800 gross tons each. Viking Jupiter carries 930 passengers and Viking Vela carries 998.
Which ship is newer, Viking Jupiter or Viking Vela?
Viking Vela is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2024 against 2019 for Viking Jupiter.
Which has more space per passenger?
Viking Jupiter, with 51.4 gross tons per passenger against 47.9 on Viking Vela. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Viking Jupiter, with one crew member for every 2.0 passengers against one for every 2.2 on Viking Vela.
Which is better for families?
Viking Vela 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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