MV Viking Sky is a cruise ship launched in 2016, operated by Viking Ocean Cruises since 2017. Viking Sky is operated by Viking River Cruises. Viking Sky entered service in 2017. Viking Sky is a Star-class cruise ship operated by Viking. This SeaDays guide lists verified catalog facts so you can compare Viking Sky with other Viking ships before booking.
Viking Sky Cruise Ship Guide
Viking · Star-class cruise ship
Ship planning snapshot
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Overview
Key facts
- Cruise line
- Viking
- Ship class
- Star
- Entered service
- 2017
- Gross tonnage
- 47,800 GT
- Passenger capacity
- 930 (lower berth / double occupancy)
- Crew
- 465
- Length
- 227 m
- Beam
- 29 m
What makes this ship notable
MV Viking Sky is a cruise ship launched in 2016, operated by Viking Ocean Cruises since 2017. Viking Sky is operated by Viking River Cruises. Viking Sky is a Viking River Cruises ship profile in the SeaDays cruise directory.
Highlights
- Viking Sky is a Star-class cruise ship in the Viking fleet.
- Entered service in 2017.
- Lower-berth capacity about 930 (lower berth / double occupancy).
Practical planning
Use Viking Sky’s catalog specs—capacity, year, and class—to judge whether the ship matches your itinerary length and travel party. Cabin location, dining reservations, and show times are published by Viking for each sailing; confirm those on your booking rather than assuming sister ships are identical. SeaDays helps you keep port days, sea days, and notes for Viking Sky in one place so planning stays with the voyage instead of scattered screenshots.
Frequently asked questions
What cruise line operates Viking Sky?
Viking Sky is operated by Viking.
When did Viking Sky enter service?
Viking Sky entered service in 2017.
What class is Viking Sky?
Viking Sky is a Star-class cruise ship.
How many passengers does Viking Sky carry?
Catalog capacity is 930 (lower berth / double occupancy). Figures can vary by cabin configuration.
How large is Viking Sky?
Verified catalog specs list Viking Sky at 47,800 GT, 227 m long, 29 m beam.
Does SeaDays publish passenger reviews for Viking Sky?
This page is a catalog guide, not a review. Community reviews live in the SeaDays app when guests have submitted them.
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