930
Passengers
2022
Launched
2444m
Length
310m
Width
EUR
Currency
About Viking Neptune
Run by Viking Ocean Cruises, Viking Neptune is a small ocean luxury ship inaugurated in 2022. It carries up to 930 guests.
The ship's smaller size allows access to less-visited ports, with a more relaxed pace on board. You must be an adult to sail on Viking Neptune.
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Destinations
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Countries
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Piraeus
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Chioggia
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Lisbon
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Lisbon
Restaurants, Bars & Cafés
On board, eight restaurants and eating venues are on offer. There are also five bars and lounges for guests to enjoy.
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Entertainment
There's always something happening aboard Viking Neptune, from the theatre & 2 cinemas to the library and plenty more besides.
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Shore excursions and activities
Viking Neptune offers 11 enrichment activities and programmes at sea.
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Accommodation
Viking Neptune has six accommodation options to choose from. 50% have windows or balconies offering views of the scenery beyond and 50% are suites, meaning if you're dreaming of sailing away while taking in the sunset or indulging in a more spacious sanctuary at sea, you're in the right place.
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Ship Interior & Deck Plans
Viking Neptune spans decks. Explore the ship's deck plans to see every level.
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Reviews
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A Return To Viking Cruises
Our last three cruises have been on what we consider to be floating hotel resorts (large ships), so it’s been great to get back on a Viking ship - this time the new and beautiful Viking Neptune for a transatlantic crossing from Barcelona to Fort Lauderdale. The original itinerary included Madeira, but it was changed to Gran Canaria to avoid bad weather. We also stopped at St Maarten before reaching our destination.
We had an early embarkation which was speedy and efficient, and we only waited an hour before we accessed our Penthouse Junior Suite which we felt was a little cluttered. We couldn’t really see the need for two TVs, barely a few feet apart, and to be honest, we would have preferred a little more storage space. That said, the suite was tastefully decorated, the bed was really comfortable, and we loved the heated bathroom floor and the decent sized balcony. We also loved the range of tv, music and movie channels available, as well as the excellent interactive information system.
Our stateroom attendant was friendly, efficient and very helpful. We have the upmost respect for all of the lovely people who work so hard to ensure we all have a great cruise, and it’s fair to say, the staff on Viking are right up there with the very best.
The public areas are well thought out, comfortable and inviting, unsurprisingly with a heavy Nordic theme. We particularly like the many opportunities to look out to sea with our favourite area being the Explorers Lounge situated on deck 7 and 8 at the front of the ship. The main pool area isn’t weather dependent as it has a retractable roof.
Viking have two speciality restaurants - Manfredi’s and Chef’s Table, and depending upon what grade of stateroom you book, you are entitled to make free no charge reservations. Having booked a Penthouse Junior suite we were entitled to pre-book three reservations in each. The main restaurant was bright and also provided plenty of opportunities to view the sea. the World Cafe buffet never seemed to be crowded, and you could also have afternoon tea in the Wintergarden, late night snacks in the Explorers Lounge, and of course Viking also have a pool grill.
The gym is situated on Deck 1 and is well equipped and spacious with brand new equipment and plenty of additional space for mat work, again with views of the sea. Regarding the spa, as I always say, for us it is hideously expensive and nothing we use.
There are a number of self service launderettes on the ship, and the ship’s laundry and dry cleaning service is also good value (Laundry and dry cleaning is free if you have a suite).
For this Atlantic Crossing Viking provided a variety of guest lectures, and there was plenty going on throughout the day, as well as the usual range of entertainment to suit most tastes - theatre shows, films and lounge entertainers. We particularly enjoyed the pianist Antonina and the guitarist Zeus. There were also a string duo and a house band.
With regard to food on Viking - obviously the quality was great, though talking to many of our fellow guests they thought there was not enough variety, particularly those who had been onboard for more than one cruise. Everybody however loved the steaks in Manfredi’s.
On the face of it, Viking cruises may seem expensive, but they do include a range of wine, beer and soft drinks at meal times, free internet, a free excursion at every port and gratuities which makes the price more reasonable.
In summary
And I will start with the negatives. The service in the main restaurant and the range of food available did not match what we had previously experienced on our previous Viking cruises, and inexplicably, the only diet soft drink available was Coke Zero. We had to stick up while in ports - they didn’t even have diet tonic water. Also we rarely saw the same person twice on guest services - unlike our cruises on the Venus.
All that said, the Viking ships are the best we have ever experienced in over 60 cruises, providing the best opportunities to experience the essence of cruising. We were also particularly impressed by the high level of service from a number of the bar tenders and waiters who served us - Gojko, Daniel, Milosh, Mai, Algie and Bayou.
It it great to be on a cruise ship that doesn’t have staff continually trying to sell you something. We were also impressed that the points we raised on Viking early feedback forms were addressed within a couple of hours of our form being left at guest services.
The disembarkation process was easy and efficient.
We boarded the Viking Neptune slightly jaded by our past three cruises on floating hotel resorts. We left this beautiful ship with our love for cruising totally revitalised having had one of the best in over 60 cruises. Viking was, and remains our joint favourite cruise line and we can’t wait to be back on the beautiful Viking Venus in January.
Happy Cruising and stay safe
Frequently asked questions
Where does Viking Neptune sail?
Viking Neptune departs from Bergen, Amsterdam, Venice, Civitavecchia, Barcelona, Lisbon, Istanbul, Reykjavik, Cape Town, and Tokyo, sailing to Arctic, North America, South America, Europe, Far East, Australasia, and Africa.
How much does it cost to cruise on Viking Neptune and when should I book?
A 7-night cruise on Viking Neptune costs from £1,724 per person in December, rising to £5,459 per person in the peak month of April.
What cruise line operates Viking Neptune and when was it built?
Viking Neptune is operated by Viking Ocean Cruises. She was launched in 2022.
How many passengers and cabins does Viking Neptune have?
Viking Neptune accommodates up to 930 passengers.
What facilities and entertainment are on Viking Neptune?
Viking Neptune features 9+ dining venues, shows and entertainment, and spa and fitness centre. This is an adults-only ship (no passengers under 18).
What type of cruising is Viking Neptune best for?
Viking Neptune is ideal for river cruises, classic cruising, solo cruising, and fly-cruising. The onboard currency is EUR.
Is smoking allowed on Viking Neptune?
Smoking is permitted on board Viking Neptune in designated areas only.
Does Viking Neptune have a swimming pool?
Viking Neptune has a swimming pool on board.
What electrical sockets does Viking Neptune have?
There are US 2 Pin 110v and EU 2 Pin 220v sockets on board. Adapters are not provided.
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