Viking Ocean Vela
About this ship
The Viking Ocean cruise ship "Vela" is a mid-sized vessel accommodating approximately 998 passengers, renowned for its elegant Scandinavian design and immersive cultural experiences. A standout feature is the onboard "Aquavit Terrace," which offers stunning panoramic views and al fresco dining, perfect for travelers seeking a refined and enriching cruise experience.
Iceland and Norway's Arctic Explorer • 14 nights • Departs Aug. 17, 2026
Cruise Weather Brief
Day 1
Monday Aug. 17, 2026
Day 2
Tuesday Aug. 18, 2026
Day 3
Sea Day
Wednesday Aug. 19, 2026
At Sea: Ísafjörður, Iceland → Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Norway
Day 4
Sea Day
Thursday Aug. 20, 2026
At Sea: Ísafjörður, Iceland → Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Norway
Day 5
Friday Aug. 21, 2026
Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Norway
Other ships at location:
none
998 total passengers
Day 6
Saturday Aug. 22, 2026
Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Norway
Other ships at location:
none
998 total passengers
Day 7
Sea Day
Sunday Aug. 23, 2026
At Sea: Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, Norway → Honningsvåg, Norway
Day 8
Monday Aug. 24, 2026
Day 9
Tuesday Aug. 25, 2026
Day 10
Wednesday Aug. 26, 2026
Narvik, Norway
Other ships at location:
none
998 total passengers
Day 11
Thursday Aug. 27, 2026
Leknes, Lofoten, Norway
Other ships at location:
none
998 total passengers
Day 12
Sea Day
Friday Aug. 28, 2026
At Sea: Leknes, Lofoten, Norway → Geiranger, Norway
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Day 13
Saturday Aug. 29, 2026
Light rain
Geiranger, Norway
High 60°F
/ Low 53°F
Light rain
Feels like
High 60°F • Low 57°F
Wind
5 mph (gust 7 mph)
Humidity
86%
Probability of Precipitation
100%
Cloud cover
100%
Sunrise / Sunset
6:11 AM • 8:52 PM
Other ships at location:
none
998 total passengers
Day 14
Sunday Aug. 30, 2026
Overcast clouds
Bergen, Norway
High 62°F
/ Low 57°F
Overcast clouds
Feels like
High 61°F • Low 57°F
Wind
9 mph (gust 17 mph)
Humidity
76%
Probability of Precipitation
100%
Cloud cover
100%
Sunrise / Sunset
6:27 AM • 8:51 PM
Other ships at location:
Silversea Silver Dawn
1,594 total passengers
Day 15
Monday Aug. 31, 2026
Light rain
Bergen, Norway
High 57°F
/ Low 53°F
Light rain
Feels like
High 56°F • Low 52°F
Wind
14 mph (gust 18 mph)
Humidity
88%
Probability of Precipitation
100%
Cloud cover
100%
Sunrise / Sunset
6:29 AM • 8:48 PM
Other ships at location:
none
998 total passengers
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