Nephew of Rurik
The Viking Akun was Rurik’s nephew. He and his brother Igor are named in the Russian Primary Chronicle as signatories of the 944 Rus-Byzantine Treaty. They were prominent Vikings who fought against Byzantium.
Viking Akun
Viking Akun
Ship Facts
| Launch Year | 1990 | Refit Year | 2014 | ||||||
| Language | en | Gross Tonnage | 3200 | ||||||
| Length | 129 | Width | 17 | ||||||
| Currency | USD | Speed | 13 | ||||||
| Capacity | 210 | Crew Count | 115 | ||||||
| Deck Count | 4 | Cabin Count | 102 | ||||||
| Large Cabin Count | 0 | Wheelchair Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||
| Electrical Plugs |
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Suite- Cat AA
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
- Stateroom size: 400 sq ft (includes private veranda)
- River-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a large veranda along both the sleeping quarters & the sitting room
- 12 PM Embarkation
- 12 PM priority stateroom access
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 26" flat-screen TV with CNBC, CNN, BBC & more
- 110/220 volt outlets
- Large private bathroom with shower & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
- Binoculars
- Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Under-bed suitcase storage space
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Junior Suite- Cat JR
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
- Stateroom size: 400 sq ft (includes private veranda)
- River-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda
- 12 PM Embarkation
- 12 PM priority stateroom access
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 26" flat-screen TV with CNBC, CNN, BBC & more
- 110/220 volt outlets
- Large private bathroom with shower & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
- Binoculars
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Under-bed suitcase storage space
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Veranda Staterooms- Cat AX & BX
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
- Stateroom size: 225 sq ft (includes private veranda)
- River-view suite with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda
- 12 PM Embarkation
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 26" flat-screen TV with CNBC, CNN, BBC & more
- 110/220 volt outlets
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Under-bed suitcase storage space
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Deluxe Staterooms- Car CX & DX
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
- Stateroom size: 160 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with large picture window 4.10 ft x 2.79 ft (can be opened)
- 12 PM Embarkation
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 26" flat-screen TV with CNBC, CNN, BBC & more
- 110/220 volt outlets
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower & hair dryer
- Premium Freyja® toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Under-bed suitcase storage space
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Viking Akun
Nephew of Rurik
The Viking Akun was Rurik’s nephew. He and his brother Igor are named in the Russian Primary Chronicle as signatories of the 944 Rus-Byzantine Treaty. They were prominent Vikings who fought against Byzantium.
Ship Facts
| Launch Year | 1990 | ||||||||
| Refit Year | 2014 | ||||||||
| Language | en | ||||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 3200 | ||||||||
| Length | 129 | ||||||||
| Width | 17 | ||||||||
| Currency | USD | ||||||||
| Speed | 13 | ||||||||
| Capacity | 210 | ||||||||
| Crew Count | 115 | ||||||||
| Deck Count | 4 | ||||||||
| Cabin Count | 102 | ||||||||
| Large Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||||
| Electrical Plugs |
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Sun Deck
- Shaded seating area
- Sky Bar
Upper Deck
- Panorama Bar
- Junior Suites (Cat JR)
- Verandah Staterooms (Cat AX)
Middle Deck
- Neva Restaurant
- Veranda Staterooms (Cat BX)
- Suites (Cat AA)
Main Deck
- Boutique
- Library
- Reception
- Promenade Area
- Deluxe Staterooms (Cat CX)
- Deluxe Staterooms (Cat DX)
It’s been said that the best way to know a culture is through its food and wine. Both engage your senses and provide a window into the traditions and essence of a land. Viking's trained chefs are passionate about food and committed to providing a complete culinary experience. The ships’ dining areas are hospitable and inviting; the service is friendly, attentive and personalised. Menu selections include regional dishes and contemporary cuisine to offer a variety of flavours designed to suit any palate.You have choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Not just in food selection, but also in where and how you enjoy them. Greet the morning with a croissant and cappuccino on deck, or begin your day with a sumptuous buffet breakfast. Have a casual lunch or dinner al fresco, or join friends in the restaurant. Open seating allows you to mingle with the same guests every evening or meet someone new each day.
The Restaurant
Experience: complimentary
Food: wine
Gaze at breathtaking scenery through the Restaurant’s panoramic windows as you dine on regional specialties and contemporary cuisine. The atmosphere is casual yet elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware at every meal.
Whether from the Sun deck, the Panorama Lounge or the Restaurant, a Viking River Cruise provides uninterrupted sightseeing, from the time the morning mist rises from the water to when the setting sun announces the end to another remarkable day.
Library
Select from a range of informational and inspirational travel books for your browsing pleasure.
Panorama Bar
An excellent spot to enjoy a glass of wine and take in the scenery, especially during arrival at one of your historic destinations.
Onboard Boutique
Forget to bring something? Looking for a magazine or some gift items? The onboard boutique on the Middle Deck -right across from Reception- has everything you need to make your voyage comfortable and convenient.