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Viking Takes Delivery of Newest River Ship in Europe

  • Viking took delivery of the Viking Rota, its newest Longship, to join its award-winning river fleet.
  • The 190-guest vessel features 95 staterooms, Scandinavian design, a patented square bow, the Aquavit Terrace, & an asymmetric corridor layout enabling two-room suites.
  • The Viking Rota will sail itineraries on the Rhine, Main, & Danube rivers, including the Rhine Getaway, Grand European Tour, & Christmas cruises.
  • Viking expects to take delivery of 18 additional river ships by 2028, 11 ocean ships by 2032, & two expedition ships by 2031.
  • These additions will bring Viking's fleet to 114 river ships in 2028 & 28 ocean & expedition ships in 2032.
  • Viking is currently rated #1 for Rivers & #1 for Oceans by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2026 Readers' Choice Awards.