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Viking Star

Viking Ocean Cruises

Viking Star

Adults-only under Viking's 18-and-over rule, all-veranda, and built around quiet spaces like the Explorers' Lounge rather than onboard attractions.

Launched
2015
Guests
~930
Typically sails
Mediterranean

Best for

  • Quieter pace seekers
  • Small-ship travelers
  • Couples

Worth knowing

Watch outs

Things that may matter depending on your travel style — not criticisms.

  • Small ship — around 930 guests on board

Dining at a glance

Food styleStrongIncluded-led

Food & Dining

Food Strength

VERY GOOD

One of this ship's strengths.

Included specialty dining with consistently strong food reviews.

Main Dining

Very Good

Specialty Dining

Very Good

Included Dining

Exceptional

Why It Stands Out

  • • Both specialty restaurants included at no extra charge — genuinely unusual for the category

Recommended Dining

Manfredi'sItalian · Included

Named as a standout by a professional expert review, with fresh housemade pasta.

The Chef's TableTasting menu · Included

A themed, changing tasting menu praised for consistent quality and attentive service.

Best For Food

Included specialty dining

How we rate food ▾

Food Strength is an editorial comparison across cruise ships generally — not just within this cruise line.

This dining assessment reflects broader Viking Ocean Cruises patterns where ship-specific evidence is limited. Individual venues and experiences vary by ship.

Reviews & Traveler Perspective

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Where it goes

Routes on this ship

The route profiles Galythia holds for Viking Star.

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Reference price

US$3,799 pp

7-night Mediterranean

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