Viking Mekong
launched 2012
crew 25
tonnage 300
length 54 m
capacity 60
When you’re travelling through Asia, you want to be assured of the finest comfort throughout your journey. Spacious and stylish, Viking’s ships sailing the Yangtze, Mekong, and Irrawaddy offer all the comfort of a floating hotel, one that is designed to make the most of the spectacular ever-changing views. Viking’s Swiss-trained staff excel in superior service with a heartfelt smile, stemming form a genuine desire to make your stay unforgettable.
Docking Advantage- Viking’s exclusive rights to premier docking locations means you can step into the heart of the city for your included excursion in every port.
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Standard A
Located on the Upper Deck these Staterooms have floor-to-ceiling sliding French doors, hotel-style beds with optional twin-bed configuration, a private bathroom with shower and products as well as a safe and a hair dryer. Air conditioning is provided throughout, as well bottled water replenished daily. Staterooms provide guests with 220V powerpoints.
Stats:
- 168 square feet
- Sleeps 2
Standard B
Located on the Upper Deck these Staterooms have floor-to-ceiling sliding French doors, hotel-style beds with optional twin-bed configuration, a private bathroom with shower and products as well as a safe and a hair dryer. Air conditioning is provided throughout, as well bottled water replenished daily. Staterooms provide guests with 220V powerpoints.
Stats:
- 168 square feet
- Sleeps 2
Standard C
Located on the Middle Deck these Staterooms have floor-to-ceiling sliding French doors, hotel-style beds with optional twin-bed configuration, a private bathroom with shower and products as well as a safe and a hair dryer. Air conditioning is provided throughout, as well bottled water replenished daily. Staterooms provide guests with 220V powerpoints.
Stats:
- 168 square feet
- Sleeps 2
Junior Suite
Located on the Middle Deck these Staterooms have floor-to-ceiling sliding French doors, hotel-style beds with optional twin-bed configuration, a private bathroom with shower and products as well as a safe and a hair dryer. Air conditioning is provided throughout, as well bottled water replenished daily. A laundry service is also available. Staterooms provide guests with 220V powerpoints.
Restaurant
All meals are served in the sun-lit Restaurant located on the Middle Deck with most of the tables set for six. Meals are served at set times each day; the bang of a gong heralds mealtime.
Open seating allows you to mingle with the same guests every evening or meet someone new each day.
Sun Deck
A cafe breakfast consisting of coffee, juice and pastries is available on the Sun Deck from 6 a.m. to 7 a.m. each day. A buffet breakfast is offered from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. each day, with breads and pastries, an assortment of fruit, meats, cheeses, cereal, a hot porridge and yogurt. Hot dishes are cooked to order, and typically include eggs, bacon, grilled tomatoes and potatoes. A selection of fresh juices and Champagne for mimosas is available, besides the usual teas and coffee. Passengers are asked to order their choice of luncheon entree at breakfast, and their pick for dinner courses at lunchtime.
Sky Bar
Located on the Sun Deck, the bar is lively and inviting; a gathering place for guests to have a drink and hear live music every evening. Count on at least one night of dancing, with lessons in regional dance that evolve into an “anything goes” dance party.
Lounge
The beautiful lounge is a great place to have a drink and relax with friends before enjoying a gourmet dinner in the restaurant. Or simply unwind with like-minded guests as you enjoy amazing river views.
Library
Visit the onboard library for a quiet and relaxing spot to read your book, or take advantage of the large collection the ship provides.
Spa
The small spa onboard has two treatment rooms, mostly used for massage.
Disabled Facilities
Viking Cruises welcomes disabled guests but wishes all guests to understand that challenges will exist onboard and during shore excursions. The ocean vessels have elevators, but there may still be thresholds that could make movement difficult. Shore excursions may require movement over cobblestones or up and down stairs; accordingly, a physically challenged guest will require the services of a responsible adult since crew availability is limited. Guests need to provide their own wheelchairs, except in an emergency. Motorised scooters are not typically suited on international cruises and cannot be accommodated. Viking does not accommodate animals except for certified therapy or Seeing Eye dogs on our international itineraries.
When you make your reservation, please let them know of any disability that will require special attention while you are on your Viking Ocean Cruise itinerary.
Special Dietary Requirements
In most cases Viking can accommodate special dietary needs. Every meal has vegetarian options and chefs will make reasonable efforts to accommodate requests. Guests requiring special diets (low salt, diabetic, gluten-free and low cholesterol) should alert Viking 90 days prior to departure and remind the Maître d’ when onboard.
Age Restrictions
Due to the nature of Viking cruises, they do not maintain specific facilities or services for children aboard cruise vessels. In the circumstances you and all members of your party must be aged 18 or over on or before the day you are scheduled to embark on the cruise vessel.
Dress Code
Dress is casual and comfortable, both on board and ashore. Because the weather can be unpredictable, it is best to bring layers—have a sweater or light jacket for spring and summer, and a heavier jacket for chillier months. Rain can happen at any time, so a collapsible umbrella is a “must.” You are likely to do a good deal of walking during shore excursions, so you will definitely want sturdy, comfortable walking shoes; but, since our ships are much smaller than ocean cruising vessels, you do not have to worry about too much walking on board.
There are no “formal nights” on board, but there is usually a Captain’s Welcome Dinner and/or Farewell Dinner; on many itineraries, you will attend a concert, ballet performance or other dressier event. For these evenings, you might like to bring “dressy casual” wear.
Other Details
Children: Adults only
Childrens Facilities: None
Nursery: None
Smoking: Some
Gratuities: Tipping & Gratuities for shipboard crew are included in your cruise programs.
