Viking Star - Mediterranean Odyssey
Embark on a comprehensive Mediterranean odyssey aboard the elegant Viking Star, from Barcelona to Athens, experiencing world-class art, cuisine, and ancient history at every port of call.
Price Range
$$$
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Ship Details — Viking Star
View full Viking Star detailsYear Built
2015
Tonnage
47,800 GT
Passengers
930
Crew
550
Decks
9
Class
Viking Ocean
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About the Ship
What Travelers Say About Viking Star
Reviews of the ship itself — the same for every Viking Star sailing. Based on 600 discussions.
Viking Star is the ship that launched Viking's ocean fleet in 2015, and a decade on it still anchors the line's reputation as a refined, destination-first alternative to the big resort ships. Carrying just around 930 adults in an all-balcony, strictly 18-and-over environment, it trades casinos and waterslides for serene Scandinavian interiors, guest lecturers and longer days in port. U.S. News rates it 4.3 out of 5 across 117 passenger reviews, ranking it #9 of 11 in the Viking ocean fleet — respectable but at the lower end largely because it is the oldest hull and a few recent guests have flagged signs of age.
What People Love
- Destination-focused, port-intensive itineraries with longer port calls and frequent overnights so you see far more of each place
- Genuinely inclusive value — one free shore excursion per port, wine and beer at lunch and dinner, WiFi, specialty restaurants, the thermal spa and self-service laundry all come with the fare
- Adults-only (18+) atmosphere keeps the ship calm and sophisticated, with no kids anywhere onboard
Common Complaints
- Premium pricing that typically runs well above mainstream cruise lines for a comparable length sailing
- Quiet, low-key entertainment with no casino, no Broadway-style production shows and no waterslides — can feel sleepy at night
- Skews to an older 50-plus and retiree crowd, so limited nightlife and little younger social scene