The Most Awarded Cruise Line
Viking River Cruises
VOTED BY CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER
20 YEARS OF AWARD-WINNING TRADITION
For more than two decades, Viking has been recognized as one of the world’s leading travel companies, celebrated for its destination‑focused itineraries, modern Scandinavian design, and exceptional service. Viking continues to earn top honors across the river, ocean, and expedition categories—often sweeping all three in the same year.
Viking remains one of the most awarded cruise lines in Condé Nast Traveler history.
- 2025: Voted #1 for Rivers and #1 for Oceans for the fifth consecutive year.
- Viking has consistently ranked at the top of the list every year since the river category was introduced.
- 2023 & 2024: Viking made history by being voted #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans, and #1 for Expeditions—the first travel company ever to win all three categories simultaneously.
Viking has been recognized by Travel + Leisure for 21 consecutive years.
- 2025: Rated a World’s Best for oceans, rivers, and expeditions.
- 2023 & 2024: Named #1 Ocean Line and #1 Expedition Line by Travel + Leisure readers.
Viking named Best River Cruise Operator in 2024 and multiple years prior.
Viking continues to expand across rivers, oceans, and expeditions:
- Viking now operates multiple ocean ships, dozens of Longships, and a growing fleet of expedition vessels.
- The company has launched new ships nearly every year, with continued expansion planned into 2026 and beyond.
- Viking’s ocean ships consistently rank among the top ships in the world across multiple categories.
