Viking Savings Event 2026: Up to 35% Off, Free Airfare and $25 Deposits on River, Ocean and Expedition Cruises

Viking has launched The Viking Savings Event, a limited-time “wave season” promotion that gives North American travellers compelling incentives to lock in future river, ocean and expedition cruises through 2028. Running now through January 31, 2026, the offer includes up to 35 percent off all‑inclusive voyages, up to free international airfare and a reduced $25 deposit on all itineraries, with extra savings reserved for returning Viking guests.​

What Is the Viking Savings Event?

The Viking Savings Event is a fleetwide sale that applies to select 2026–2028 departures across all three of Viking’s cruise products: river, ocean and expedition. Eligible guests can combine up to 35 percent off cruise fares with air promotions that include up to free international economy airfare from select North American gateways, plus the ability to secure a booking with just a $25 per-person deposit. The promotion is designed to help travellers plan further ahead while locking in popular itineraries at lower fares, especially on sought-after routes in Europe and the Mediterranean.​

Explore All Seven Continents with Viking

Viking now explores all seven continents, visiting more than 500 ports in over 85 countries via its small ocean ships, river longships and purpose-built expedition vessels. Guests can choose from classics like the 15‑day Grand European Tour between Amsterdam and Budapest, the 8‑day Rhine Getaway from Amsterdam to Basel, the Romantic Danube between Regensburg and Budapest, or Lyon & Provence along the Rhône in the south of France. Ocean highlights include Iconic Western Mediterranean between Barcelona and Rome, and Ancient Mediterranean Treasures between Istanbul and Athens, both showcasing art, history and UNESCO‑listed sites throughout Europe’s most storied coasts.​

Why Book Viking Now?

Viking’s value proposition rests on its inclusive pricing, which typically covers a shore excursion in every port, Wi‑Fi, beer and wine with lunch and dinner, specialty coffees and other extras that many lines charge for à la carte. The line has also become one of the industry’s most awarded brands: in 2025 it was rated #1 for Oceans and #1 for Rivers for the fifth consecutive year in Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards, and has consistently appeared on Travel + Leisure’s “World’s Best” lists. Recent honours include multiple Cruise Critic awards in 2025 and repeated recognition by U.S. News & World Report as “Best Luxury Line,” “Best Line for Couples” and “Best Line in the Mediterranean.”​

Key Booking Details and Deadlines

To take advantage of The Viking Savings Event, new bookings must be made between January 1 and January 31, 2026, on select 2026–2028 itineraries. Guests benefit from the $25 reduced deposit at the time of booking, with final payment due according to voyage year—typically several months before departure—and additional onboard or airfare upgrades available at extra cost. Air offers, including free or reduced roundtrip international flights, are capacity‑controlled and tied to specific itineraries and gateways, so travellers are encouraged to book early for the best selection of dates, cabins and air options.