Nordic elegance and the art of travel aboard Viking Vela by Viking Ocean Cruises
Designed by Viking Ocean Cruises, the Viking Vela embodies the meeting of Nordic lifestyle and cultural discovery. Launched in 2024, this 47,800-ton vessel welcomes 930 guests into an intimate atmosphere bathed in natural light. True to the philosophy of Scandinavian design, it blends light wood, marble, sleek lines, and open spaces overlooking the sea. Every detail of the Viking Vela has been conceived to inspire calm, refinement, and curiosity.
The art of well-being at sea
Havens of serenity
The cabins and suites of the Viking Vela offer a perfect balance between timeless elegance and refined comfort. Each features a private balcony, premium bedding, and luxurious Italian marble bathrooms. The Explorer and Penthouse Suites reveal sleek Scandinavian design, soft lighting, and personalized butler service with graceful attention. The spaciousness, tranquility, and endless view of the ocean transform every awakening into a moment of absolute and restorative calm.
Spaces of harmony
In the lounges of the Viking Vela, every corner breathes relaxation, charm, and conviviality. The Wintergarden, inspired by Nordic glasshouses, welcomes guests for a peaceful afternoon tea. The Living Room and Library invite reading or live music in a cozy ambiance where blond oak, glass, and natural light reign in harmony. Guests also discover the Viking Heritage Library, a cultural space dedicated to the history and inspiring legacy of Scandinavian explorers.
Peaceful horizons
On the decks of the Viking Vela, the sea becomes both companion and living décor. The Infinity Pool merges gracefully with the radiant horizon, the jacuzzis invite deep contemplation, and the Sun Deck loungers open toward an infinite and serene sky. At the Pool Grill, light flavors accompany sweeping views, while the Aquavit Terrace offers suspended, tranquil moments above the gentle and glistening waves.
Flavors and emotions aboard the Viking Vela
Tables of inspiration
Aboard the Viking Vela, gastronomy rises to the level of true art. The main restaurant offers elegant dishes inspired by the ship’s ports of call, from the Mediterranean to Asia, accompanied by a carefully curated wine selection. Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant celebrates authentic Italian cuisine, while The Chef’s Table presents thematic tasting menus. Guests savor cuisine that is both creative and sincere, in luminous and beautifully designed surroundings bathed in natural light.
Gastronomic journeys
Aboard the Viking Vela, gastronomy becomes the pure art of travel. The chefs explore the world through creations inspired by the destinations visited, Nordic fish, Mediterranean herbs, organic vegetables, oriental spices, and Scandinavian delicacies. On the Aquavit Terrace, meals are enjoyed in the open air, facing the sea and the radiant horizon. Each menu follows the ship’s itinerary, turning every stop into a unique culinary adventure filled with authenticity and refined sophistication.
Evenings of elegance
When night embraces the Viking Vela, the ship takes on a softly glowing and serene atmosphere. The Observation Lounge, with its 360° ocean view, becomes a haven of contemplation and dreamlike beauty, while the Torshavn Lounge comes alive with the sounds of jazz and piano. Guests gather to enjoy a refined cocktail or a rare whisky, gently soothed by the whisper of the sea and the amber glow of the lamps.
Stopovers, cultures, and horizons
Coastal treasures
The Viking Vela connects the world’s most beautiful, inspiring, and captivating destinations: the Norwegian fjords, European capitals, Greek Islands, and Asian ports. Each stop reveals a fascinating heritage, from Bergen to Barcelona, from Santorini to Tokyo, and includes cultural excursions carefully designed by expert and passionate local guides. Guests enjoy extended visits, private tastings, and immersive guided walks that bring each destination vividly and authentically to life.
Wellness rituals
The LivNordic Spa aboard the Viking Vela embodies the very essence of Scandinavian well-being, combining purity, serenity, tranquility, and balance. A traditional sauna, fragrant hammam, invigorating snow grotto, and treatments with essential oils create a soothing sanctuary where body and mind are fully and harmoniously rejuvenated. The panoramic fitness center, sunrise yoga sessions, and open-air meditation continue this natural and gentle harmony across sea and sky.
Evenings of softness
When night gently envelops the Viking Vela, the ship transforms into a theater of elegance and luminous poetry. Music recitals, starlit screenings, and cultural performances inspired by the ports of call enrich the evenings with refinement. The intimate theater awakens emotion and curiosity, while on deck, passengers admire the stars mirrored upon the sea. In this silent beauty, the voyage becomes a sensory and timeless experience, a suspended moment between art and light.
Journeys and panoramas of the Viking Vela
Inspired routes
The Viking Vela traces exceptional and inspiring itineraries across the world’s seas, the Mediterranean, the Baltic, the Caribbean, and Asia. Its cruises, lasting from 10 to 30 days, alternate between legendary ports and secret stopovers, revealing landscapes of fascinating diversity and endless allure. From Reykjavik to Athens, from Singapore to Miami, each voyage invites discovery and the art of slow travel. Upon the deep blue waves, time stretches gently, carried by the wind and the sea’s vast beauty.
Flavors of the world
During each stop, passengers of the Viking Vela explore the richness of local cultures through every sense. Fragrant spice markets, sun-drenched vineyards, artisan workshops, and regional cooking classes reveal the authenticity of each destination. These immersive experiences extend the ship’s spirit ashore, a journey that is both cultural and gourmet, where human connection and the discovery of taste become the true and lasting treasures of the world.
Lights of the horizon
The decks of the Viking Vela open onto breathtaking and luminous panoramas, sunsets over the fjords, northern lights dancing across the sky, and golden reflections shimmering over the Caribbean seas. Designed to offer complete harmony with the vast ocean, the ship reveals at every passing moment a new and captivating emotion. In the stillness of evening or the first light of dawn, beauty becomes tangible, a serene dialogue between sky, sea, and the traveler’s timeless soul.
The essence of travel with Voyages Aqua Terra
Personalized service
Voyages Aqua Terra transforms every cruise aboard the Viking Vela into an entirely bespoke and unforgettable luxury experience. From selecting the ideal cabin to planning private excursions, every detail is thoughtfully crafted to fulfill your most refined and elegantly personal desires. Our expert advisors accompany you before, during, and after the voyage, ensuring a smooth, harmonious, and beautifully graceful experience at every memorable stage of your journey.
Exclusive privileges
Booking the Viking Vela with Voyages Aqua Terra grants access to a curated selection of rare and privileged advantages: elegant upgrades, generous onboard credits, private tours, exclusive dinners, and personalized transfers. These delicate attentions elevate every instant on board, adding a touch of incomparable exclusivity and discreet sophistication. Each element is meticulously designed to create perfect harmony between comfort, refinement, and truly personalized service.
Eternal memories
Each voyage aboard the Viking Vela leaves a radiant and lasting imprint on the hearts of travelers: infinite horizons, authentic encounters, and shared moments become treasured and timeless memories of beauty. With Voyages Aqua Terra, every moment turns into pure emotion, every memory into a promise to one day relive the magic of the open sea and gently extend the wonder offered by its boundless and luminous horizons.
