Viking Lyra

Viking Lyra

Viking Lyra

Launching in 2028, Viking Lyra will join the fleet as a sleek, all-veranda ocean ship carrying just 998 guests, designed to blend intimate cruising with access to smaller ports. Onboard, expect the signature Viking touches - refined Scandinavian interiors, immersive public spaces, dining experiences including Manfredi’s and The Chef’s Table, a tranquil spa, Aquavit Terrace and cozy lounges. With shore excursions, Wi-Fi and beverages at lunch and dinner included, Viking Lyra is built for seamless luxury and exploration.

Cabins

Each stateroom aboard Viking Ocean Cruises offers modern Scandinavian design, with floor-to-ceiling windows, luxurious bedding, and spacious bathrooms. Enjoy private verandas in every room, providing stunning views and an intimate connection to your destinations.

Viking veranda Stateroom

Approx. 270ft²

Veranda

The Veranda Stateroom on Viking Ocean Cruises offers 270 sq ft of elegant space, featuring a private ocean-view veranda with a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door. The Viking Explorer Bed with luxury linens ensures a restful night’s sleep, and the spacious bathroom includes a glass-enclosed shower, heated floors, and premium Freyja® toiletries.
Enjoy amenities like free Wi-Fi, a 42" flat-screen TV, USB ports, and a mini-bar stocked with soft drinks and snacks. Veranda Staterooms also feature a security safe, direct-dial satellite phone, individual climate control, and 24-hour room service. Perks include priority shore excursion reservations (100-130 days before sailing) and twice-daily housekeeping.
With ample storage and a dedicated steward, the Veranda Stateroom offers a comfortable, luxurious experience.

Viking Ocean Cruises Deluxe Veranda Stateroom

Approx. 270ft²

Deluxe Veranda

The Deluxe Veranda Stateroom offers 270 sq ft of luxury with a private ocean-view veranda and modern Scandinavian design. In addition to all the benefits of the Veranda Stateroom, the Deluxe Veranda includes priority shore excursion reservations, priority spa treatment bookings, and one priority reservation at each alternative restaurant 60 days before departure.
Other enhancements include binoculars for scenic viewing, a traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket, and a personal coffee machine with premium coffee and tea selections. Enjoy the same features as the Veranda Stateroom, such as the Viking Explorer Bed, spacious bathroom with Freyja® toiletries, free Wi-Fi, and 24-hour room service.

Viking Ocean Cruises Penthouse Veranda Stateroom

Approx. 338ft²

Penthouse Veranda

The Penthouse Veranda Stateroom offers 338 sq ft of luxurious space, complete with a private ocean-view veranda. Building upon the benefits of the Deluxe Veranda Stateroom, this category includes priority shore excursion reservations, with two priority reservations at each alternative restaurant 70 days prior to departure.
Additional enhancements include a welcome bottle of champagne, a mini-bar stocked with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and snacks (replenished daily), and complimentary pressing & shoe shine services. The Penthouse Veranda also features binoculars for scenic viewing, a traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket, and a personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections.

Viking Ocean Cruises Penthouse Junior Suite

Approx. 405ft²

Penthouse Junior Suite

The Penthouse Junior Suite offers 405 sq ft of expansive space, complete with a private ocean-view veranda. Building on the features of the Penthouse Veranda Stateroom, this suite provides an additional sitting area and an extra 42" flat-screen interactive TV, ideal for relaxing or entertaining.
Guests also enjoy three priority reservations at each alternative restaurant 80 days prior to departure and priority spa treatment bookings. The spacious bathroom features a double-sink vanity, a glass-enclosed shower, and premium Freyja® toiletries. The Penthouse Junior Suite includes a welcome bottle of champagne, a mini-bar stocked with alcoholic beverages and snacks (replenished daily), and complimentary laundry, pressing & shoe shine services.
Additional perks include binoculars, a traditional Norwegian Marius-weave blanket, and a personal coffee machine with premium selections.

Viking Explorer suite

Approx. 757-1,163ft²

Explorer Suite

The Explorer Suite offers an expansive space, featuring a private ocean-view veranda and a well-appointed two-room suite. The layout includes a generous living area with a dining area that seats four, offering the perfect setting for relaxation or entertaining.
In addition to the benefits of the Penthouse Junior Suite, the Explorer Suite provides three priority reservations at each alternative restaurant 90 days prior to departure, along with priority spa treatment bookings. The spacious bathroom includes a bathtub, a double-sink vanity, and premium Freyja® toiletries. Enjoy a welcome bottle of champagne, a mini-bar with alcoholic beverages and snacks, and binoculars for scenic viewing.
Further enhancements include 24-hour room service, complimentary laundry, pressing & shoe shine services, and a personal coffee machine with premium selections.

Viking Owner's Lounge

Approx. 757-1,163ft²

Owner's Suite

The Owner’s Suite offers the ultimate in luxury aboard Viking Ocean Cruises, with a vast 1,448 sq ft of multi-room space, including an expansive private ocean-view veranda. This largest multi-room suite onboard includes a separate bedroom suite, a spacious living room, and a dining area that seats six. It also boasts a private library with wine and music collections curated by Chairman Torstein Hagen, an ocean-view dry sauna, and a boardroom that seats 12, perfect for meetings or catered dinner parties with the first oceangoing vapor-light fireplace.
Additional features include a pantry for room service and hosted events, and first priority for shore excursions, spa treatments, and restaurant reservations. Exclusive perks include a complimentary shore excursion with a private car & driver*, a welcome bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne, and the Silver Spirits beverage package for unlimited drinks throughout your journey.

Looking for information on other Viking Ocean ships? Return to the Viking Ocean Cruises page.

Ship facts

Maiden voyage2028
Guests998
Crew465
Decks6
Width
31
m
Length
238
m
Size
54300
GT
Speed
20
kn

Viking Lyra

Embark on unforgettable journeys aboard the award-winning Viking Lyra, an intimate ship welcoming just 998 guests. Delight in exclusive features such as two sparkling pools, a covered deck with sweeping views, the chic Viking Living Room, an onboard cinema, a modern wellness center, and the open-air Aquavit Terrace for relaxing in style.

Entertainment

The Theater offers a diverse array of cultural and entertainment experiences, including captivating productions and enlightening presentations by experts ranging from former diplomats and news correspondents to archaeologists and Viking's Resident Historian.
The Atrium

Entertainment

The Theater offers a diverse array of cultural and entertainment experiences, including captivating productions and enlightening presentations by experts ranging from former diplomats and news correspondents to archaeologists and Viking's Resident Historian.

The Atrium

Explorers’ Lounge

Entertainment

The Theater offers a diverse array of cultural and entertainment experiences, including captivating productions and enlightening presentations by experts ranging from former diplomats and news correspondents to archaeologists and Viking's Resident Historian.

Explorers’ Lounge

Aquavit Terrace Bar

Entertainment

The Theater offers a diverse array of cultural and entertainment experiences, including captivating productions and enlightening presentations by experts ranging from former diplomats and news correspondents to archaeologists and Viking's Resident Historian.

Aquavit Terrace Bar

Wintergarden at night

Entertainment

The Theater offers a diverse array of cultural and entertainment experiences, including captivating productions and enlightening presentations by experts ranging from former diplomats and news correspondents to archaeologists and Viking's Resident Historian.

Wintergarden at night

Viking Heritage Center

Entertainment

The Theater offers a diverse array of cultural and entertainment experiences, including captivating productions and enlightening presentations by experts ranging from former diplomats and news correspondents to archaeologists and Viking's Resident Historian.

Viking Heritage Center

Activities

Relax on the pool deck and immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery. Find solace with a captivating book in the ship's well-stocked library and shop for unique treasures.
Relax by the main pool

Activities

Relax on the pool deck and immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery. Find solace with a captivating book in the ship's well-stocked library and shop for unique treasures.

Relax by the main pool

Aquavit Terrace and Infinity Pool

Activities

Relax on the pool deck and immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery. Find solace with a captivating book in the ship's well-stocked library and shop for unique treasures.

Aquavit Terrace and Infinity Pool

Discover unique finds in the shop!

Activities

Relax on the pool deck and immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery. Find solace with a captivating book in the ship's well-stocked library and shop for unique treasures.

Discover unique finds in the shop!

Food & Drink

Savor a variety of dining experiences on board. The Restaurant offers classic meals throughout the day. For global flavors in a casual buffet-style setting, head to World Cafe. Enjoy themed tasting menus with optional wine pairings at The Chef's Table. Manfredi's specializes in steaks, while the Pool Grill serves fast food. Mamsen's offers Scandinavian delights, and you can join cooking classes at the for-fee Kitchen Table.
The Chef’s Table

Food & Drink

Savor a variety of dining experiences on board. The Restaurant offers classic meals throughout the day. For global flavors in a casual buffet-style setting, head to World Cafe. Enjoy themed tasting menus with optional wine pairings at The Chef's Table. Manfredi's specializes in steaks, while the Pool Grill serves fast food. Mamsen's offers Scandinavian delights, and you can join cooking classes at the for-fee Kitchen Table.

The Chef’s Table

Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant

Food & Drink

Savor a variety of dining experiences on board. The Restaurant offers classic meals throughout the day. For global flavors in a casual buffet-style setting, head to World Cafe. Enjoy themed tasting menus with optional wine pairings at The Chef's Table. Manfredi's specializes in steaks, while the Pool Grill serves fast food. Mamsen's offers Scandinavian delights, and you can join cooking classes at the for-fee Kitchen Table.

Manfredi’s Italian Restaurant

Mamsen’s

Food & Drink

Savor a variety of dining experiences on board. The Restaurant offers classic meals throughout the day. For global flavors in a casual buffet-style setting, head to World Cafe. Enjoy themed tasting menus with optional wine pairings at The Chef's Table. Manfredi's specializes in steaks, while the Pool Grill serves fast food. Mamsen's offers Scandinavian delights, and you can join cooking classes at the for-fee Kitchen Table.

Mamsen’s

World Café

Food & Drink

Savor a variety of dining experiences on board. The Restaurant offers classic meals throughout the day. For global flavors in a casual buffet-style setting, head to World Cafe. Enjoy themed tasting menus with optional wine pairings at The Chef's Table. Manfredi's specializes in steaks, while the Pool Grill serves fast food. Mamsen's offers Scandinavian delights, and you can join cooking classes at the for-fee Kitchen Table.

World Café

Body & Soul

Viking Vela's LivNordic Spa offers holistic wellness experiences for mind, body, and soul. Enjoy a therapy pool, steam room, Snow Grotto and fitness options. The Sports Deck features a putting green, walking track, and bocce ball for active guests.
The Spa

Body & Soul

Viking Vela's LivNordic Spa offers holistic wellness experiences for mind, body, and soul. Enjoy a therapy pool, steam room, Snow Grotto and fitness options. The Sports Deck features a putting green, walking track, and bocce ball for active guests.

The Spa

Snow Grotto

Body & Soul

Viking Vela's LivNordic Spa offers holistic wellness experiences for mind, body, and soul. Enjoy a therapy pool, steam room, Snow Grotto and fitness options. The Sports Deck features a putting green, walking track, and bocce ball for active guests.

Snow Grotto

Body & Soul

Viking Vela's LivNordic Spa offers holistic wellness experiences for mind, body, and soul. Enjoy a therapy pool, steam room, Snow Grotto and fitness options. The Sports Deck features a putting green, walking track, and bocce ball for active guests.

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