Viking Cruises Posts Strong Q2 Figures; Upbeat 2027 Outlook

Viking Cruises has reported a strong performance for the second quarter of this year - the three months to the end of June - and has given a strong forecast for performance going into next year.

The company posted revenues of almost $2.2bn for the second quarter; representing a year-on-year rise of 16.5%. Adjusted earnings, for the period, rose 18.2% to $748.4m.

As of August 9, Viking had sold 96% capacity passenger cruise days on its core products for the 2026 season and 53% capacity passenger cruise days for the 2027 season.

“Our second quarter results reflect the continued execution of our long-term strategy and the strength of the Viking brand. During the quarter, our revenue increased 16.5%, driving an 18.2% year-over-year increase in Adjusted EBITDA, reflecting strong demand for our destination-focused offerings,” said Leah Talactac, President and CEO of Viking.

“We also continued to thoughtfully expand our fleet while preserving the qualities that differentiate Viking and support the distinctive earnings power of our business. At the same time, we have introduced new land extensions and shore excursions that further enhance the guest experience and generate additional opportunities for revenue growth. Together, these investments reinforce our commitment to disciplined expansion and long-term value creation.”