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New India River Sailings
Viking has announced its first river journeys in India with the launch of the Wonders of India itinerary,
sailing the Brahmaputra River on board the Viking Brahmaputra®. Debuting from late 2027, the 15-day
journey combines an eight-day river cruise in Assam with guided land tours to some of India's most
iconic destinations. Sailing between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat, guests will experience life along the
Brahmaputra, from riverside villages and temples to wildlife encounters in Kaziranga National Park,
alongside India's rich history and cultural landmarks. Strong interest has already seen additional sailings
released through to 2029, with a second sister ship, the Viking Ganges®, joining the fleet from 2028.
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VIKING LIBRA TOUCHES WATER
FOR THE FIRST TIME
In March, we marked another
milestone with the float out of the
Viking Libra®, the world's first
hydrogen-powered cruise ship
capable of operating with zero
emissions. This moment, when the
ship touched water for the first
time, signals the transition into the
final stage of construction ahead
of her debut in November 2026.
NEW ZEPPELIN SHORE
EXCURSION IN COLOGNE
One of our most distinctive new
shore excursions offers a rare
perspective on the Rhine, from the
sky. On select Rhine Getaway and
Grand European Tour itineraries, you
can now take to the air on a Zeppelin
flight over Cologne and the Ruhr
Valley. Departing from Bonn
Hangelar Airfield, this gentle flight
glides above the Rhine, the city's
skyline and the UNESCO-listed
Cologne Cathedral, offering
sweeping views few travellers ever
see. Inspired by the Golden Age of air
travel, it is a memorable addition for
guests looking for something truly
out of the ordinary.
NEW PARTNERSHIP | THE ROYAL NEW ZEALAND BALLET
Viking is proud to partner with the Royal New Zealand Ballet,
one of the country's most respected cultural institutions.
The collaboration brings together two organisations united by
a shared belief in the power of cultural enrichment. As a Major
Supporter of the RNZB's 2026 Winter Season, Viking will be
associated with landmark productions including Macbeth,
Dazzlehands and Sleeping Beauty. Over time, the partnership
will also create opportunities for Viking guests to access special
cultural experiences, from premium performances to behind-
the-scenes insights into one of New Zealand's most celebrated
artistic companies.
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RIVER FLEET GROWING
Our river fleet continues to
grow across Europe and
Egypt. In Europe, we have
welcomed the Viking Eldir®,
our newest Viking Longship,
purpose-built to sail the
Rhine, Main and Danube
rivers. Carrying 190 guests,
she features the
Scandinavian design and
serene spaces our river ships
are known for. In Egypt, the
float out of the Viking Ptah®
and the Viking Sekhmet®
marks an important
milestone as we prepare to
welcome two new ships to
the Nile in 2026.
Viking Ptah
Taj Mahal, India
