Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Sky
- Cruises
- 91
- From
- $2,599
Ship comparison
Viking Sky vs Viking Star
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Star
- Cruises
- 59
- From
- $2,599
The verdict
Which should you choose?
Viking Sky is a mid-size Viking Ocean Cruises ship carrying 930 passengers, in service since 2017. Viking Star is a mid-size Viking Ocean Cruises ship carrying 930 passengers, in service since 2015.
Choose Viking Sky if you want a more active cruise, more adventure and nature or more of a party: it outscores Viking Star for active (8.0 vs 7.0), adventure & nature (6.0 vs 5.0) and party (5.0 vs 4.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
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 Sky | Viking Star | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | Viking Ocean Cruises | Viking Ocean Cruises |
| Ship size | Medium | Medium |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2017 (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 | 91 | 59 |
| Upcoming sailings | 163 | 115 |
| Cruise lengths | 7 to 169 nights | 7 to 21 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $2,599 | $2,599 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. Viking Sky leads on 4 of the ten, Viking Star on 0, with 6 level.
- Active
- Adventure & nature
- Cultural
- Dining
- Entertainment
- Family friendly
- Party
- Romantic
- Spa & fitness
- Staterooms
Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Sky
Viking Ocean Cruises debuted its third ocean cruise ship, Viking Sky, in February 2017. Similar to her sister ships such as Viking Star and Viking Sea, the 930-passenger Viking Sky focuses on destination immersion, giving guests ample time to explore ports large and small.
Highlights
- Destination-focused excursions in port
- All-veranda staterooms
- Cultural enrichment programs available in on-board theater
- Afternoon tea service in the Wintergarden
Sailing now
91 cruises on sale, from $2,599.
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
59 cruises on sale, from $2,599.
Questions
Viking Sky or Viking Star?
Which is bigger, Viking Sky or Viking Star?
They are the same size, 47,800 gross tons each. Viking Sky carries 930 passengers and Viking Star carries 930.
Which ship is newer, Viking Sky or Viking Star?
Viking Sky is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2017 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 Sky, 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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