Viking River Cruises
Viking Skirnir
- Cruises
- 8
- From
- $2,599
Ship comparison
Viking Skirnir vs Viking Vili
Viking River Cruises
Viking Vili
- Cruises
- 6
- From
- $2,999
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Viking Skirnir is an intimate Viking River Cruises ship carrying 190 passengers, in service since 2015. Viking Vili is an intimate Viking River Cruises ship carrying 190 passengers, in service since 2014.
Choose Viking Skirnir if you want more culture, a more romantic trip or better-rated dining: it outscores Viking Vili for cultural (10.0 vs 8.0), romantic (8.0 vs 7.0) and dining (7.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Viking Vili 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 Skirnir | Viking Vili | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Viking River Cruises | Viking River Cruises |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2015 (better) | 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 | 55 ft | 37 ft |
| Speed | 17 mph | 17 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 9 / 10 (better) | 8 / 10 |
| Cruises on sale | 8 | 6 |
| Upcoming sailings | 65 | 43 |
| Cruise lengths | 7–10 nights | 7–14 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,599 (better) | $2,999 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Viking Skirnir leads on 4 of the ten, Viking Vili on 0, with 6 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Viking River Cruises
Viking Skirnir
Viking Skirnir features two popular itineraries through the heart of Europe, calling on such destinations as Vienna, Budapest and Amsterdam.
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
- Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship is great place to watch the river roll by
- Ecologically friendly hybrid engines producing less vibrations for a smoother ride
Sailing now
8 cruises on sale, from $2,599.
Viking River Cruises
Viking Vili
The 190-passenger Viking Vili takes travelers through scenic vistas of tulip fields, castles and charming riverside towns as well as stops in Vienna, Budapest and Amsterdam.
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 $2,999.
Questions
Viking Skirnir or Viking Vili?
Which is bigger, Viking Skirnir or Viking Vili?
They are the same size, 5,000 gross tons each. Viking Skirnir carries 190 passengers and Viking Vili carries 190.
Which ship is newer, Viking Skirnir or Viking Vili?
Viking Skirnir is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2015 against 2014 for Viking Vili.
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: 0.0 out of 10.
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