In preparation for Viking’s first-ever Indian river route along the Brahmaputra river, the line has scheduled the launch of its newest riverboats, Viking Brahmaputra and Viking Ganges. The 80-guest vessels will be custom-built for the inland waterway, while still showcasing the Scandinavian design Viking loyalists are used to. Brahmaputra is scheduled to launch in late 2027 with Ganges set to follow in 2028.
Editor’s Note: This piece will be updated as more information is made available. It was last updated on Apr. 6, 2026.
On its 15-day Wonders of India itinerary, the vessels will sail between Guwahati and Nimati Ghat, navigating either east or west in the northeastern state of Assam. The route combines an eight-day river cruise with guided shoreside extensions featuring overnight stays in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.
“With its rich heritage, deep cultural traditions and fascinating natural wonders, India is a vast and vibrant country that has captured the imagination of explorers for centuries,” said Torstein Hagen, chairman and CEO of Viking. “In recent years, our guests have particularly enjoyed visiting Indian ports on our ocean itineraries. We are now delighted to introduce a new way for curious travelers to explore the heart of this phenomenal country, in-depth and in Viking comfort.”
A stateroom onboard Viking Brahmaputra
Credit: 2025 VikingClients will be able to travel roundtrip conveniently from Delhi, with hotel stays bookending the cruise. The fare will include a total of 13 guided tours, exploring 10 UNESCO World Heritage sites. Highlights include India’s Golden Triangle, Agra's Taj Mahal, Old Delhi and Jaipur's Palace of Winds. Along the Brahmaputra, sights will include Guwahati's temple, Kaziranga National Park and Majuli island.
Clients will have the option to tack on even more pre-and post-cruise extensions such as two additional nights in Delhi, three nights in Dubai, four in Kathmandu and five in Cochin and Mumbai.
The triple-deck Viking Brahmaputra and Viking Ganges will each feature 40 outside staterooms with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and private verandas, accommodating a total of 80 guests. Additional amenities include a spa and fitness center and an open-air Sky Bar situated on the Upper Deck.
“Since announcing our new river voyages in India, we have seen strong interest from guests eager to explore this remarkable region,” Hagen said. “By adding a second ship on the Brahmaputra River in 2028 and opening 2029 departure dates now, we look forward to inviting even more curious travelers to explore India in Viking comfort in the years to come.”
