MS Viking Princess Ocean Cruising Information
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The Story
MS Viking Princess operates as a Nile River hotel ship for Princess Cruises, built in 2009 with a passenger capacity of 116 guests. While this vessel serves river cruise operations rather than ocean voyages, CruiseHuddle remains your dedicated community for ocean cruising connections and planning.
Princess Cruises is best known for its extensive fleet of oceangoing cruise ships that sail to destinations around the world. The cruise line operates large ocean vessels that traverse seas and oceans, offering everything from Caribbean getaways to Alaska expeditions, Mediterranean adventures to transpacific crossings. These ocean ships provide the classic cruise experience with multiple dining venues, entertainment options, and amenities designed for extended voyages across open waters.
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Onboard Highlights
Intimate Open-Seating Dining Room
A single dining venue serves all 116 guests with open seating for a relaxed, communal atmosphere.
Cozy Lounge Bar
A small lounge bar offers evening cocktails and a gathering spot for guests before dinner.
Sun Deck Views
An open-air sun deck provides panoramic views and quiet space for relaxing between stops.
Evening Onboard Entertainment
Light live music or cultural performances bring guests together after dinner each evening.
Small Ship Comfort
The vessel's compact size of 116 passengers creates a personal, boutique-style cruising experience.
Onboard Library Corner
A small reading nook offers a peaceful retreat for guests to unwind with a book.
By the Numbers
Ship Specifications
📅 Year Built
2009
👥 Passengers
116
👨✈️ Crew
50
🏢 Decks
4
🛏️ Cabins
58
📏 Length
74 m / 243 ft
↔️ Beam
14 m / 46 ft
⚡ Speed
10 kn / 19 km/h / 12 mph
🔧 Builder
Maasara Shipyard (Cairo, Egypt)
🏷️ Ship Class
Nile River hotel ship
Questions
What Princess Cruises actually costs
These rates apply fleetwide across Princess Cruises.
Raised gratuities Mar 8, 2026, and lifted the food and beverage service charge from 18% to 20% at the same time. Princess Plus and Premier fares can bundle gratuities in.
Published rates, not a quote. Cruise pricing changes frequently — confirm with the cruise line before booking.
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