190
Passengers
50
Crew
2013
Launched
5000t
Tonnage
135m
Length
11m
Width
15kts
Speed
4
Decks
EUR
Currency

About Viking Var

Viking Var, run by Viking River Cruises, is a river ship launched in 2013. This vessel can carry up to 190 guests across 95 cabins and 50 crew members.

With fewer guests on board, the atmosphere is typically sophisticated, with an emphasis on itinerary over scale. You must be an adult to sail on Viking Var.

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Restaurants, Bars & Cafés on Viking Var

Restaurants, Bars & Cafés

There's two restaurants and eating venues on board. The ship also features a bar.

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Entertainment on Viking Var

Entertainment

Viking Var has two entertainment options to enjoy during your voyage.

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Accommodation on Viking Var

Accommodation

Viking Var has 95 cabins across five accommodation categories. That includes both standard staterooms and suites. Amenities vary across the tiers, with higher-category cabins including a generous array of extra perks. But across the board, you'll still experience the signature Viking River Cruises approach to quality and service.

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Ship Interior & Deck Plans on Viking Var

Ship Interior & Deck Plans

Viking Var spans four decks. Explore the ship's deck plans to see every level.

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Happy reunions
We enjoyed a quiet winters cruise from Passau to Budapest meeting old friends in Passau, Vienna and Budapest. We had a touch of overnight snow and a few drops of rain during the day in Passau but otherwise the weather was quite acceptable albeit chilly. We were upgraded to a veranda suite but had mixed views about the smaller bedroom versus the additional "sitting" room. We ate breakfasts in the Buffet as it was too cold to eat on the Aquavit Terrace. There, we enjoyed a personal service from a Romanian steward. For dinners we ate in the main restaurant and enjoyed a free silver service. We dined with different guests most days and enjoyed a good variety of discussions. The guides for our trips were well trained and we enjoyed all the free visits. It was an altogether enjoyable way to visit old haunts and meet old friends.
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Frequently asked questions

Where does Viking Var sail?

Viking Var departs from Regensburg, Budapest, and Passau, sailing to Europe.

How much does it cost to cruise on Viking Var and when should I book?

A 7-night cruise on Viking Var costs from £2,117 per person in March, rising to £2,892 per person in the peak month of May.

What cruise line operates Viking Var and when was it built?

Viking Var is operated by Viking River Cruises. She was launched in 2013.

How big is Viking Var?

Viking Var has a gross tonnage of 5,000 GT, measures 135m long by 11m wide, cruises at 15 knots, and has 4 passenger decks.

How many passengers and cabins does Viking Var have?

Viking Var accommodates up to 190 passengers with a crew of 50 across 95 cabins.

What facilities and entertainment are on Viking Var?

Viking Var features 2+ 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 Var best for?

Viking Var is ideal for river cruises, classic cruising, adults-only cruises, and fly-cruising. The onboard currency is EUR.

Is smoking allowed on Viking Var?

Smoking is permitted on board Viking Var in designated areas only.

What electrical sockets does Viking Var have?

There are US 2 Pin 110v and EU 2 Pin 220v sockets on board. Adapters are not provided.

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