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Viking Saigon

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The 80-passenger Viking Saigon, named for Vietnam’s former capital city, offers scenic sailings up and down the historic Mekong River.

  • 80guests
  • 996gross tons
  • 2cruises now
  • $6,999fares from

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The Bayon is a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia built in the late 12th or early 13th century.

At a glance

Viking Saigon is an intimate-size cruise ship operated by Viking River Cruises, in service since 2022. It carries 80 guests and 35 crew (2.3 guests per crew member) at 996 gross tons. It is the 71st largest of 73 Viking River Cruises ships by guest capacity. On Cruiseable's Bliss scale it scores highest for active, cultural and romantic (10/10) and lowest for family friendly (2/10). It has 2 cruises on sale, with lead fares from $6,999 to $7,299. 8 of its upcoming sailings dropped in price since the previous weekly fare check.

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Specs

Guests
80
Crew
35
Gross tons
996
Decks
3
Length
230 ft
Beam
36 ft
Maiden voyage
2022
Space ratio
2.3
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
2.3
Speed (mph)
10

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What Viking Saigon 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 10.0
  2. Adventure and nature 8.0
  3. Cultural 10.0
  4. Dining 6.0
  5. Entertainment 6.0
  6. Family friendly 2.0
  7. Party 5.0
  8. Romantic 10.0
  9. Spa and fitness 5.0
  10. Staterooms 7.0

Our review

Viking Saigon: Scenic sailings on the historic Mekong River

The 80-passenger Viking Saigon, named for Vietnam’s former capital city, offers scenic sailings up and down the historic Mekong River. Built in 2022, the ship blends understated elegance with the clean, Scandinavian design principles for which Viking is known. Explore one of the world's most scenic regions in comfort, with outdoor verandas, hotel-style beds and light-filled public areas offering panoramic views.

 

Where Viking Saigon sails

The 14-night "Magnificent Mekong and Land Tour" aboard Viking Saigon starts in Ho Chi Minh City and follows the Mekong River into the heart of Cambodia and Vietnam, a rich tapestry of ancient Khmer architecture, lush riverside vistas and colorful floating markets and vibrant cities. Stops include Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and a number of culturally enthralling rivertowns before ending in Hanoi — or the reverse. 

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Features & amenities

  • 40 comfortable outside staterooms (26 French Balcony Staterooms, 12 Veranda Staterooms, 2 Explorer Suites)
  • Explorer suites feature two full-size rooms with a veranda off the bedroom & a spacious bathroom with separate bathtub and glass enclosed shower
  • Upper Deck with a pool offering 360-degree views
  • Open air Sky Bar with shaded seating area
  • Lounge & Bar with floor-to-ceiling glass doors
  • Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views
  • Spa & Fitness Center
  • Library & onboard shop
  • Elevator
  • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
  • Laundry service
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming

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  • The Bayon is a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia built in the late 12th or early 13th century.
    The Bayon is a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia built in the late 12th or early 13th century.
  • The Ta Prohm Temple at Angkor in Siem Reap, Cambodia, was built chiefly in the 12th and 13th centuries.
    The Ta Prohm Temple at Angkor in Siem Reap, Cambodia, was built chiefly in the 12th and 13th centuries.
  • The Royal Palace in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is a building complex that serves as the royal residence of the king of Cambodia.
    The Royal Palace in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, is a building complex that serves as the royal residence of the king of Cambodia.

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  • The 80-passenger Viking Saigon offers scenic sailings up and down the historic Mekong River.
    The 80-passenger Viking Saigon offers scenic sailings up and down the historic Mekong River.

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Cruises on Viking Saigon

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  1. 14 Night Magnificent Mekong and Land Tour 14 nights · from Hanoi Next Sep 18, 2026 42 dates from $7,299
  2. 14 Night Magnificent Mekong and Land Tour 14 nights · from Ho Chi Minh City Next Sep 28, 2026 42 dates from $6,999

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