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Viking Lyra
Viking Lyra is a new Viking Ocean Cruises cruise ship of the Viking Vela class, due to make her maiden voyage on May 2028. She will carry 998 guests.
Viking Lyra is a new ship for Viking Ocean Cruises. Her maiden voyage is scheduled for May 2028. Every new ship on the way
About Viking Lyra
Viking Lyra is an upcoming Viking ocean ship ordered from Fincantieri, listed on Viking's website with a build year of 2028. She follows the enlarged Vela design, with 998 guests and a length of 784 feet (239 meters), and Wikipedia's table of future ships gives her maiden voyage as May 2028. Viking already shows an interactive deck plan for her, but her first itineraries had not been published in the sources consulted.
Deck plans
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Viking Lyra?
Viking Lyra is being built for Viking Ocean Cruises and belongs to its Viking Vela class.
When does Viking Lyra enter service?
Viking Lyra is a new ship for Viking Ocean Cruises. Her maiden voyage is scheduled for May 2028.
How big is Viking Lyra?
Viking Lyra measures 239 metres in length.
How many passengers does Viking Lyra carry?
Viking Lyra will carry 998 guests at double occupancy.
Where can I find the deck plans for Viking Lyra?
Viking Ocean Cruises publishes the deck plans for Viking Lyra; this page links to Deck plans (interactive).
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