Viking Kara
Designed by legendary naval architects Yran & Storbraaten, the team behind The Yachts of Seabourn, this new vessel offers state-of-the-art engineering, patented design and luxury. The Viking Longship - Viking Kara - provides guests with more ways to personalize their trip. Choose from a variety of stateroom classes, onboard entertainment options and ship locations from which you can enjoy sailing through the scenery, all the while enriching your time in some of Europe’s most remarkable destinations.
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443
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Length
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2014
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Built Year
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50
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Crew
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190
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Pax Capacity
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9
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Suites
Sailings
Sail Date | Operator | Ship | Departs | Returns | Length | Price |
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Jun 13, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,899 |
Jun 20, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,899 |
Jun 27, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,899 |
Jul 04, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,799 |
Jul 11, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,799 |
Jul 18, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,799 |
Jul 25, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,799 |
Aug 01, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,699 |
Aug 08, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,699 |
Aug 15, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,699 |
Aug 22, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,799 |
Aug 29, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,799 |
Sep 05, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,999 |
Sep 12, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,999 |
Sep 19, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,999 |
Sep 26, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,999 |
Oct 03, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,899 |
Oct 10, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,899 |
Oct 17, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,799 |
Oct 24, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,799 |
Oct 31, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,499 |
Nov 07, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,399 |
Nov 14, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,399 |
Nov 21, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,299 |
Nov 28, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,399 |
Dec 05, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,399 |
Dec 12, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,399 |
Dec 19, 2021 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,399 |
Mar 20, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,499 |
Mar 27, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,599 |
Apr 03, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,599 |
Apr 10, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,599 |
Apr 17, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,699 |
Apr 24, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,899 |
May 01, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,999 |
May 08, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,999 |
May 15, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,999 |
May 22, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,999 |
May 29, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,999 |
Jun 05, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,899 |
Jun 12, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,899 |
Jun 19, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,899 |
Jun 26, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,899 |
Jul 03, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,799 |
Jul 10, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,799 |
Jul 17, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,799 |
Jul 24, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,799 |
Jul 31, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,799 |
Aug 07, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,699 |
Aug 14, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,699 |
Aug 21, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,699 |
Aug 28, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,799 |
Sep 04, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,999 |
Sep 11, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,999 |
Sep 18, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,999 |
Sep 25, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,999 |
Oct 02, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,899 |
Oct 09, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,899 |
Oct 16, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,799 |
Oct 23, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,499 |
Oct 30, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,499 |
Nov 06, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,399 |
Nov 13, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,399 |
Nov 20, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,299 |
Nov 27, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,399 |
Dec 04, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,399 |
Dec 11, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Amsterdam | Basel | 8 | $2,399 |
Dec 18, 2022 | Viking | Viking Kara | Basel | Amsterdam | 8 | $2,399 |
Ship Information
- Maiden Voyage: 2014
- Length: 443
- Passenger Capacity: 190
- Normal Crew Size: 50
- Staterooms: 95
- Suites: 9
Dining
All meals aboard are prepared by local chefs under the guidance of our European management team. Meals are open seating during set meal times no table reservations are accepted. Room service is not available. Guests requiring special diets such as vegetarian, low salt, diabetic or low cholesterol meals must alert Viking River Cruises one month prior to departure and inform the Maitre d’ when on board. The chefs will make reasonable efforts to accommodate these requests.
Age Restrictions
Due to the nature of our cruise itineraries, Viking River Cruises does not maintain facilities or services for children aboard river cruise vessels. On all cruises and cruise journeys, minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied and share a cabin with a parent, legal guardian or other responsible adult over the age of 21.
Tipping
It is customary to give cruise gratuities, subject to your satisfaction of services rendered. Gratuities on board and on land are not included in your tour price.
Cabins

Square Footage: 150
Category F
Standard Stateroom size is 150 sq. ft. Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration), Half-height picture window, private bathroom with shower and premium bath products, telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer and bottled water replenished daily, bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Individual climate control with space under bed for storing suitcases, roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers. Voltage: 220V and 115V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, Fox News, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand, and a "View From the Bridge." Located on the Main Deck.

Square Footage: 150
Category E
Standard Stateroom size is 150 sq. ft. Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration), Half-height picture window, private bathroom with shower and premium bath products, telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer and bottled water replenished daily, bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Individual climate control with space under bed for storing suitcases, roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers. Voltage: 220V and 115V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, Fox News, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand, and a "View From the Bridge." Located on the Main Deck.

Square Footage: 135
Category D
French Balcony Stateroom size is 135 sq. ft. Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration), Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to create a French balcony, private bathroom with shower and premium bath products, Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily. Bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Individual climate control, space under bed for storing suitcases, Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers. Voltage: 220V and 115V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, Fox News, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand, and a "View From the Bridge." Located on the Middle Deck.

Square Footage: 135
Category C
French Balcony Stateroom size is 135 sq. ft. Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration), Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to create a French balcony, private bathroom with shower and premium bath products, Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily. Bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Individual climate control, space under bed for storing suitcases, Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers. Voltage: 220V and 115V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, Fox News, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand, and a "View From the Bridge." Located on the Upper Deck.

Square Footage: 205
Category B
Veranda Stateroom size: 205 sq. ft. with hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration). Features include: Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to a full-size veranda, private bathroom with shower and premium bath products, telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily. Bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Individual climate control, space under bed for storing suitcases, roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers. Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, Fox News, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and a "View From the Bridge." Located on the Middle Deck.

Square Footage: 205
Category A
Veranda Stateroom size: 205 sq. ft. with hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration). Features include: Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to a full-size veranda, private bathroom with shower and premium bath products, telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily. Bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Individual climate control, space under bed for storing suitcases, roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers. Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, Fox News, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and a "View From the Bridge." Located on the Upper Deck.

Square Footage: 275
Category AA
Veranda Suite size: 275 sq. ft with hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration). Suite full-size veranda off the spacious living room, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, known as a French balcony, in the bedroom, large private bathroom with shower and premium bath products, telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily. Bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Individual climate control, space under bed for storing suitcases and walk-in closet with wooden hangers. Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, Fox News, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and a "View From the Bridge." Located on the Upper Deck.

Square Footage: 445
Category ES
Explorer Suite size: 445 sq. ft with hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration). Suite features private wraparound veranda off the spacious living room offers 270-degree views, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, known as a French balcony, in the bedroom, private bathroom, shower and premium bath products, telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily. Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Individual climate control, space under bed for storing suitcase, roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers. Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, Fox News, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and a "View From the Bridge." Located on the Upper Deck.
Life on Board

Restaurant
The restaurant seats all guests at tables which vary in size, accommodating 6, 8 or 10 guests per table. The dining room is open seating, so you are free to sit where you like, a great way to make new friends. The atmosphere is casual but elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware. Located on the Middle Deck.
Aquavit Terrace
Aquavit Terrace is a glorious outdoor seating area at the bow of the ship where you can have a casual meal al fresco, meet friends for drinks or read a book, all while enjoying breathtaking views and basking in the fresh air. Located on the Upper Deck.
Bar
The bar is lively and inviting - a gathering place for guests to view the scenery, have a drink and catch up on the day with friends. Located on the Upper Deck.
Boutique
Forget to bring something? Looking for a magazine or some gift items? The onboard boutique has everything you need to make your voyage comfortable and convenient. Located on the Middle Deck.
Cultural Highlights
Tastings of local cheeses, coffees, liqueurs and other delicacies. These in-depth experiences are part of discovering more about the places through which you cruise, and each activity is planned specifically to illuminate each itinerary.
Hands-On Demonstrations
To complement your onshore excursions, take part in immersive learning and enhancement activities both on board and ashore with hands-on demonstrations in cuckoo clock-making, wooden shoe-carving or glassblowing. Located on the Middle Deck.
Library
The library carries approximately 80 books, in various languages but mostly English, and several games such as chess, backgammon and playing cards. Includes comfortable seating, excellent reading light and lovely panoramic views. Located on the Upper Deck.
Observation Lounge
This is where friends meet for a drink or snack, where lectures and movie nights take place. Watch as the glass walls roll silently away to form an indoor-outdoor space where you can enjoy the fresh breeze. Located on the Upper Deck.
Walking Track
Enjoy sunshine and fresh air while you take in 360-degree views of the scenery on the walking track. Located on the Sun Deck.Good Service
River cruise was great, ship's staff focus on details and provide unexpected extras.
We have been on many cruises from the big cruise lines, to paddle boats, to (real) 5 masted clipper ships, this was our first river cruise and it was wonderful! The captain and crew all went above and beyond their duties. The food was wonderful and so was the entertainment. The cruise director was one of the best ones we have ever had; everyday there was something to laugh about, and she even got my husband up to do the chicken dance and I have the picture to prove it. I wish that we could have gone inside the Heidelberg castle and not just the grounds. Very nice having water bottles given to us on the way off the ship and especially the juice drink coming back on to the shop. Such a smooth cruise... just sitting on top deck watching all the castles going by. I will recommend a Viking river cruise to all my friends.
You cannot go wrong with a Viking River Cruise! From the moment we arrived at the ship, the staff could not do enough for us! Always smiling and having a great time. We enjoyed this trip very much! You can do as much as you like or as little, it was nice to take a day and just relax on the ship and do nothing but enjoy the passing scenery! I would highly recommend Viking!!
Well organized-courteous & helpful staff-delicious meals with great choices-great tour guides-wonderful accomodations