Viking has taken delivery of its sixth ship, Viking Jupiter, which will set sail on a new itinerary on February 16.
It joins sister ships Viking Star, Viking Sea, Viking Sky, Viking Sun, and Viking Orion, each with 465 staterooms that can host 930 guests.
Viking Jupiter will be the first ship in the fleet to sail the Journey to Antiquities itinerary between Athens and Rome, and offering guests the chance to experience the Mediterranean during the quiet season. During its maiden season, Viking Jupiter will sail itineraries throughout the Mediterranean followed by Scandinavia.
The ship’s official naming ceremony will be held in Oslo on June 6.
The cruise fare includes an outside stateroom, a shore excursion in each port of call, all on-board meals, and all port charges and government taxes. Other extras include beer and wine with lunch and dinner service; alternative restaurant dining; WiFi; self-service laundry; access to the Thermal Suite in the LivNordic Spa; and 24-hour room service.
