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Viking Jarl

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Launched in 2013, Viking Jarl (named for the noble Norse warrior) was designed for river cruising. Since entering the river cruise market, Viking River Cruises has received numerous awards for its itineraries and innovative ship designs and onboard…

  • 190guests
  • 5,000gross tons
  • 8cruises now
  • $2,499fares from

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You'll have an unforgettable vacation discovering Europe's scenic waterways and historic villages during your cruise on a Viking Longship.

At a glance

Viking Jarl is an intimate-size cruise ship operated by Viking River Cruises, in service since 2013. It carries 190 guests and 50 crew (3.8 guests per crew member) at 5,000 gross tons. It ties with 54 other ships as the 2nd largest of 73 Viking River Cruises ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for active, cultural, dining and staterooms (7/10) and lowest for party (1/10). It is rated 4.5 out of 5 by Cruiseable, 4 out of 5 by Berlitz and 4 out of 5 by Cruise Critic. It has 8 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $2,499 to $4,049.

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Specs

Cruiseable
4.5 / 5
Berlitz
4 / 5
Cruise Critic
4 / 5
Guests
190
Crew
50
Gross tons
5,000
Decks
4
Length
443 ft
Beam
37 ft
Maiden voyage
2013
Launched
2013
Space ratio
3.8
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
3.8
Speed (mph)
17

Bliss scores

What Viking Jarl is best at

Ten dimensions scored by our editors on a 10-point scale. The Cruiseable app ranks every cruise against the mix you care about.

  1. Active 7.0
  2. Adventure and nature 3.0
  3. Cultural 7.0
  4. Dining 7.0
  5. Entertainment 6.0
  6. Family friendly 2.0
  7. Party 1.0
  8. Romantic 6.0
  9. Spa and fitness 2.0
  10. Staterooms 7.0

About the ship

Launched in 2013, Viking Jarl (named for the noble Norse warrior) was designed for river cruising. Since entering the river cruise market, Viking River Cruises has received numerous awards for its itineraries and innovative ship designs and onboard programming.

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Inside and out

Destinations 5

  • Viking Jarl in Cologne, Germany.
    Viking Jarl in Cologne, Germany.
  • Buda Castle in Budapest, Hungary.
    Buda Castle in Budapest, Hungary.
  • Café in Dubrovnik, Croatia.
    Café in Dubrovnik, Croatia.
  •  Ishtar Gate at the Pergamon Berlin Museum.
     Ishtar Gate at the Pergamon Berlin Museum.
  • Viking Jarl in Budapest, Hungary.
    Viking Jarl in Budapest, Hungary.

Dining 7

  • Dine inside or on deck in the tastefully appointed Aquavit Terrace while taking in passing landscapes during your cruise of Europe's waterways aboard your Viking Longship.
    Dine inside or on deck in the tastefully appointed Aquavit Terrace while taking in passing landscapes during your cruise of Europe's waterways aboard your Viking Longship.
  • Enjoy al fresco dining while taking in the passing show in the Aquavit Terrace aboard your Viking River cruise.
    Enjoy al fresco dining while taking in the passing show in the Aquavit Terrace aboard your Viking River cruise.
  • Dine with friends and drink in the breathtaking views of Europe's waterways as you cruise aboard a Viking Longship.
    Dine with friends and drink in the breathtaking views of Europe's waterways as you cruise aboard a Viking Longship.
  • Look for attentive service from the wait staff during your journey through Europe aboard a Viking Cruises river ship.
    Look for attentive service from the wait staff during your journey through Europe aboard a Viking Cruises river ship.
  • Indulge in good company and scenic views during meals in the Aquavit Terrace restaurant aboard your Viking River cruise.
    Indulge in good company and scenic views during meals in the Aquavit Terrace restaurant aboard your Viking River cruise.
  • Have lunch on the deck of your Viking Longship while taking in the impressive architecture of the Parliament building in Budapest and other storied cities along the Danube.
    Have lunch on the deck of your Viking Longship while taking in the impressive architecture of the Parliament building in Budapest and other storied cities along the Danube.
  • Enjoy casual dining in Aquavit Terrace while taking in the majestic scenery of Europe as you sail aboard your Viking Longship.
    Enjoy casual dining in Aquavit Terrace while taking in the majestic scenery of Europe as you sail aboard your Viking Longship.

On board 6

  • The contemporary foyer of Viking's fleet of European Longships.
    The contemporary foyer of Viking's fleet of European Longships.
  • You can practice your putting skills amid the lush herbs on the top deck of your Viking Longship.
    You can practice your putting skills amid the lush herbs on the top deck of your Viking Longship.
  • Unwind after a day of sightseeing and meet interesting new people in the Sky Bar of your Viking River Cruises ship.
    Unwind after a day of sightseeing and meet interesting new people in the Sky Bar of your Viking River Cruises ship.
  • Mingle with like-minded guests in the casual atmosphere of the main lounge of your Viking Longship as you explore Europe's rivers.
    Mingle with like-minded guests in the casual atmosphere of the main lounge of your Viking Longship as you explore Europe's rivers.
  • Meet new people and relax with a cocktail in the lounge of your Viking Longship during your European vacation.
    Meet new people and relax with a cocktail in the lounge of your Viking Longship during your European vacation.
  • Guests will gather in the spacious atrium before heading off on a daylong shore excursion during a typical Viking Cruises itinerary.
    Guests will gather in the spacious atrium before heading off on a daylong shore excursion during a typical Viking Cruises itinerary.

Staterooms 8

  • Relax in the comfort of an Explorer Suite aboard your Viking Longship river cruise and wake up each day with a new European port of call to explore.
    Relax in the comfort of an Explorer Suite aboard your Viking Longship river cruise and wake up each day with a new European port of call to explore.
  • Relax in the comfort of an Explorer Suite aboard your Viking Longship river cruise and wake up each day with a new European venue awaiting.
    Relax in the comfort of an Explorer Suite aboard your Viking Longship river cruise and wake up each day with a new European venue awaiting.
  • Inside the Explorer Suite of your Viking Longship as you sail in comfort down Europe's storied waterways.
    Inside the Explorer Suite of your Viking Longship as you sail in comfort down Europe's storied waterways.
  • Relax in a Deluxe Cabin aboard your Viking Longship river cruise and wake up each day with a new European destination awaiting.
    Relax in a Deluxe Cabin aboard your Viking Longship river cruise and wake up each day with a new European destination awaiting.
  • Open up your stateroom to a private balcony with uninterrupted views of your travels aboard your Viking River cruise of Europe.
    Open up your stateroom to a private balcony with uninterrupted views of your travels aboard your Viking River cruise of Europe.
  • Kick back with a glass of wine and Hollywood movie in the comfort of your own suite aboard your Viking Longship during your voyage along Europe's waterways.
    Kick back with a glass of wine and Hollywood movie in the comfort of your own suite aboard your Viking Longship during your voyage along Europe's waterways.
  • Capture and share precious moments during your European travels aboard a Viking Longship.
    Capture and share precious moments during your European travels aboard a Viking Longship.
  • Spend quality time with your partner in the private lounge of your stateroom during your Viking River cruise through Europe's waterways.
    Spend quality time with your partner in the private lounge of your stateroom during your Viking River cruise through Europe's waterways.

More photos 5

  • You'll have an unforgettable vacation discovering Europe's scenic waterways and historic villages during your cruise on a Viking Longship.
    You'll have an unforgettable vacation discovering Europe's scenic waterways and historic villages during your cruise on a Viking Longship.
  • Any seat in the Aquavit Terrace offers a front-row seat to spectacular views along Europe's waterways on your Viking River Cruise.
    Any seat in the Aquavit Terrace offers a front-row seat to spectacular views along Europe's waterways on your Viking River Cruise.
  • Each new port call means another tour included in the price of a Viking River Cruise. Passengers gather in the longship’s reception area for the tour, or they may hang out in the Internet/Library area upstairs to take advantage of the good port-side Internet connection (WiFi is free).
    Each new port call means another tour included in the price of a Viking River Cruise. Passengers gather in the longship’s reception area for the tour, or they may hang out in the Internet/Library area upstairs to take advantage of the good port-side Internet connection (WiFi is free).
  • Sail along the Rhine River and explore scenic, historic sites during a Viking River cruise in Europe.
    Sail along the Rhine River and explore scenic, historic sites during a Viking River cruise in Europe.
  • Explore the classic architecture of Cologne, Germany, as you sail the Rhine under the famous Hohenzollern Bridge aboard the Viking Atla, Viking Jarl or Viking Tor.
    Explore the classic architecture of Cologne, Germany, as you sail the Rhine under the famous Hohenzollern Bridge aboard the Viking Atla, Viking Jarl or Viking Tor.

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Cruises on Viking Jarl

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  1. 7 Night Romantic Danube 7 nights · from Budapest Next Sep 20, 2026 23 dates from $2,499
  2. 7 Night Romantic Danube 7 nights · from Regensburg Next Sep 27, 2026 23 dates from $2,499
  3. 7 Night Christmas on the Danube 7 nights · from Budapest Next Nov 29, 2026 6 dates from $3,399
  4. 7 Night Christmas on the Danube 7 nights · from Regensburg Next Dec 6, 2026 4 dates from $2,999
  5. 10 Night Passage to Eastern Europe and Land Tour 10 nights · from Budapest Next Apr 2, 2027 2 dates from $3,799
  6. 7 Night Danube Waltz 7 nights · from Budapest Next Apr 4, 2027 2 dates Fare on request
  7. 10 Night Passage to Eastern Europe and Land Tour 10 nights · from Bucharest Next Apr 10, 2027 2 dates from $4,049
  8. 7 Night Danube Waltz 7 nights · from Passau Next Apr 11, 2027 2 dates Fare on request

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“With a wood-rich Scandinavian interior and double-sized suites, Viking Jarl is a good choice for a well-programmed first-rate river cruise on a stylish vessel.”

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