Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Sea
- Cruises
- 67
- From
- $2,999
Ship comparison
Viking Sea vs Viking Star
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Star
- Cruises
- 66
- From
- $2,599
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Viking Sea is a mid-size Viking Ocean Cruises ship carrying 930 passengers, in service since 2016. Viking Star is a mid-size Viking Ocean Cruises ship carrying 930 passengers, in service since 2015.
Choose Viking Sea if you want more of a party or more crew per passenger: it outscores Viking Star for party (5.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores and it has a crew member for every 1.7 passengers (vs 2.0).
Viking Star does not lead by a clear margin on any measure we track, so pick it for its itinerary or its dates.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| Viking Sea | Viking Star | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Ocean Cruises |
| Ship size | Medium | Medium |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2016 (better) | 2015 |
| Gross tonnage | 47,800 | 47,800 |
| Passengers | 930 | 930 |
| Crew | 550 | 465 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 1.7 (better) | 2.0 |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 51.4 | 51.4 |
| Decks | 14 | 14 |
| Length | 745 ft | 745 ft |
| Beam | 95 ft | 95 ft |
| Speed | 23 mph | 23 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 10 / 10 | 10 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 67 | 66 |
| Upcoming sailings | 141 | 122 |
| Cruise lengths | 7–28 nights | 7–21 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,999 | $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 Sea leads on 1 of the ten, Viking Star on 0, with 9 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
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
67 cruises on sale, from $2,999.
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Star
Stylish, spry and quite the looker, the first ocean ship from Viking Ocean Cruises gives off the vibe of a different kind of cruise ship. Yes, like its river ship cousins, Viking Star places a big emphasis on place, with itineraries jam-packed with drool-worthy destinations and intriguing shore excursions.
Highlights
- Understated elegance and modern Scandinavian design
- Two pool choices featuring a main pool with a retractable dome and a glass-backed infinity pool
- Top-flight shore excursions to fascinating destinations (included in your fare)
- Attentive, courteous and genuinely friendly service from the crew.
Sailing now
66 cruises on sale, from $2,599.
Questions
Viking Sea or Viking Star?
Which is bigger, Viking Sea or Viking Star?
They are the same size, 47,800 gross tons each. Viking Sea carries 930 passengers and Viking Star carries 930.
Which ship is newer, Viking Sea or Viking Star?
Viking Sea is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2016 against 2015 for Viking Star.
Which has more space per passenger?
They are level at 51.4 gross tons per passenger.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Viking Sea, with one crew member for every 1.7 passengers against one for every 2.0 on Viking Star.
Which is better for families?
They score the same for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 4.0 out of 10.
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