Viking Sky
Ship Description
Built in 1999, the Viking Sky is one of the older deluxe river ships
in the Viking fleet however its staterooms are in line with the newer ships built after 2001. Each stateroom has double beds which can be
put together to a form a larger sized bed. Furthermore the all-inclusive cruise program that includes both airfare and shore
excursions, make a river cruise on the Viking Sky not only a comprehensive
cultural and historical experience but also an exceptionally good value.
Most members of the ship's crew are from central and eastern Europe. English
is the official onboard language, and all crew speak fluent English as do
tour guides escorting shore excursions, and all public address announcements
are made only in English. The cruise manager is the main contact person
onboard the ship and is on hand to respond to individual passenger questions
and requests throughout the cruise, and also organizes shore excursions
and introduces guest speakers.
The Viking Sky has Restaurant, lounge and bar, library, sun deck, swimming pool, souvenir shop, sauna, whirlpool, elevator, stair lift to sun deck, laundry service, voltage 220V, 2 plugs. 75 deluxe cabins, 4 optional deluxe suites. All spacious outside cabins (154 sq. ft.), featuring bathroom with shower, air conditioning, telephone, TV, hairdryer and safe. Suites are cabins with connecting doors on the upper deck, including an additional bathroom with tub and a sofa.
A river cruise with Viking River Cruises is the best way to see the real Europe up close and in depth. Explore the best of Europe from an intimate perspective, spending your time being there, not getting there. Come aboard with Viking River Cruises and explorer Europe in comfort!
Stateroom features
- All staterooms feature a modern bathroom with shower
- Generous built-in closets and drawer space
- Color TV and radio
- Direct-dial telephone
- In-stateroom safe
- Hair dryer & safe
- Individually controlled air conditioning
- All staterooms are outside; some have opening picture windows
Ship Features
- Elevator
- whirlpool
- sauna
- Intimate small-ship ambiance
- All English-speaking staff
- Attentive, personal service
- Sumptuous cuisine with open seating with one sitting at mealtimes
- Nonsmoking environment
- Enriching onboard lectures and demonstrations
- Local evening entertainment
- Card room and library
Ship Profile
| Details |
Inaugurated
- 1999
Staterooms - 75 outside deluxe
Staterooms - 4 optional suites standard
Passengers - 150
Crew - 40
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Length - 110m
(360feet)
Width - 11.4m(37 feet)
Draft - 1.75m (5 feet)
Decks - 3
voltage - 120/240volts |
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