Viking Ocean Cruises was born out of overwhelming demand from guests who had fallen in love with Viking’s award-winning Viking River Cruises. Many of those loyal travelers wanted a similar experience—one that combined cultural depth, refined simplicity, and all-inclusive value—on the open sea. Viking delivered with a new kind of ocean cruising: one designed for curious adults, not cruise ship crowds.

Since launching in 2015, Viking Ocean Cruises has made a name for itself with a simple promise: no kids, no casinos, and no nickel-and-diming. These elegant, mid-sized ships feel like boutique hotels at sea, offering a calm, grown-up experience with a strong focus on destination immersion and Scandinavian-inspired comfort. It’s everything fans loved about Viking Rivers—just with more horizon.