Viking Health & Safety Program

For more than 23 years Viking has led the travel industry with innovations that help our guests explore the world in comfort on board a fleet of modern and spacious small ships. We have always had the highest standards for health and cleanliness, and our new Viking Health & Safety Program goes even further. Guided by scientific and medical advisors, this program is one of the most well-researched and comprehensive COVID-19 mitigation plans in the world.

Message from Our Chairman

On September 10, 2020, Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen introduced the new Viking Health & Safety Program and shared initial plans to safely resume operations.

Small Ships

Our award-winning fleet, which includes small all-veranda ocean ships and patented river ships with all outside rooms and independent air handling systems, offers a spacious, airy alternative to crowded mega and older ships.

Viking Travel Experience

What to expect each step of your journey -- from trip planning and at-home preparation to the onboard experiences and shore excursions.

Protocol & Procedures

Viking offers some of the most extensive health and safety procedures of any travel company in the world. Grounded in research, our investments in state-of-the-art technology and testing will drastically reduce the risk of COVID-19 community spread on our ships.

Expert Partners

To develop the Viking Health & Safety Program, we have assembled a group of industry partners from the U.S. and Europe that specialize in healthcare, epidemiology and infection prevention.

Flexibility & Protection

Our Risk-Free Guarantee, Travel Protection Plan and new Priority Arrival Service provide peace of mind and ensure you are covered for every point of your journey – from the time of booking through to your return home.

Health & Safety FAQ

Have more specific questions about how Viking is handling Health & Safety during these unusual times? Learn more here.

Viking Health & Safety Program – Updated December XX, 2020

The information included here should be considered current for all guests. Specific protocols and procedures may evolve over time to adapt to various conditions or travel regulations in the destinations in which we operate. Please continue to check this site for the most up-to-date version of the Viking Health & Safety Program.