September 25, 2026
7-Night Danube Cruise
Departing from Regensburg
From
$3,499
Price / day
$500
Viking Var|Viking Ve
Viking Var vs Viking Ve
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Viking Ve
Built in 2015
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Viking Ve
$395 / day
$112 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Viking Var vs Viking Ve: Quick Comparison
Viking Ve is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2015, it is 2 years newer than Viking Var, which entered service in 2013. Viking Var has upcoming sailings in Danube, while Viking Ve has sailings in Rhine. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Viking Ve has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Viking Var | Viking Ve |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2013 | 2015Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 190 | 190 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 135.03 m | 135.03 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Viking Var vs Viking Ve
Age
Viking Ve was built in 2015, making it 2 years newer than Viking Var, which was built in 2013.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Viking Var (Danube) and Viking Ve (Rhine) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Viking Ve has the lower average starting price per day at $395 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Viking Var
Romantic Danube
- Departure Port
- Regensburg
- Region
- Danube
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 25, 2026Regensburg
- Day 2 · Sep 26, 2026Regensburg
- Day 3 · Sep 27, 2026Passau
- Day 4 · Sep 28, 2026Krems
- Day 5 · Sep 29, 2026Vienna
- Day 6 · Sep 30, 2026Vienna
- Day 7 · Oct 1, 2026Vienna
- Day 8 · Oct 2, 2026Budapest
- Day 9 · Oct 3, 2026Budapest
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Viking Ve
Tulips & Windmills
- Departure Port
- Amsterdam
- Region
- Rhine
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Mar 25, 2027Amsterdam
- Day 2 · Mar 26, 2027Amsterdam
- Day 3 · Mar 27, 2027Enkhuizen
- Day 4 · Mar 28, 2027Arnhem
- Day 5 · Mar 29, 2027Kinderdijk
- Day 6 · Mar 30, 2027Antwerp
- Day 7 · Mar 31, 2027Middelburg
- Day 8 · Apr 1, 2027Veere
- Day 9 · Apr 2, 2027Zeeland
- Day 10 · Apr 3, 2027Amsterdam
- Day 11 · Apr 4, 2027Amsterdam
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Viking Var
October 2, 2026
7-Night Danube Cruise
Departing from Budapest
From
$3,599
Price / day
$514
Viking Ve
March 25, 2027
9-Night Rhine Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$3,499
Price / day
$389
April 3, 2027
9-Night Rhine Cruise
Departing from Amsterdam
From
$3,599
Price / day
$400
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Viking Var
Average
$507 / day
VS
Viking Ve
Average
$395 / day
Viking Ve has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$395/day vs $507/day
About $112 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Viking Var if…
- You want to sail in Danube.
- Departing from Regensburg and Budapest works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Viking Ve.
Choose Viking Ve if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Rhine.
- Departing from Amsterdam works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Viking Var vs Viking Ve: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Viking Ve
Built in 2015
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Viking Ve
$395 / day
About $112 less per day
- Viking Ve is 2 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Viking Var or Viking Ve?
Viking Ve is newer. It was built in 2015, while Viking Var was built in 2013, making Viking Ve 2 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Viking Var or Viking Ve?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Viking Ve has the lower average starting price per day at $395 per day versus $507 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Viking Var sail?
The upcoming Viking Var sailings currently listed cover Danube, departing from Regensburg and Budapest.
Where does Viking Ve sail?
The upcoming Viking Ve sailings currently listed cover Rhine, departing from Amsterdam.
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