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Viking Takes Delivery of Newest River Ship in Europe

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The Viking Rota Joins Award-Winning Fleet of Viking Longships

LOS ANGELES, October 07, 2026--Viking® (www.viking.com) (NYSE: VIK) today announced it has taken delivery of the Viking Rota, the company's newest Viking Longship®. The 190-guest Viking Rota joins its growing fleet of state-of-the-art sister ships and will sail Viking's popular itineraries on the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers.

"The delivery of the Viking Rota marks another milestone for our award-winning river fleet," said Leah Talactac, President and Chief Executive Officer of Viking. "As interest in river travel continues to grow, we remain focused on creating more opportunities for curious travelers to explore the world in Viking comfort. We look forward to welcoming guests on board this elegant new river vessel."

The Viking Rota

Hosting 190 guests in 95 staterooms, the Viking Rota features elegant Scandinavian design and the industry-leading innovations for which Viking is known, including the patented square bow that enables three full decks, the indoor/outdoor Aquavit Terrace and the proprietary asymmetric corridor layout that allows for true two-room suites. The Viking Rota will sail popular itineraries that include Rhine Getaway, Grand European Tour, Danube Waltz, Tulips & Windmills, Christmas on the Rhine and Danube Christmas Delights.

Viking's Growing Fleet

Viking remains focused on well-defined, long-term growth plans as part of a strategy to continue leading the way in experiential travel. Based on Viking's committed orderbook, the company expects to take delivery of 18 additional river ships by 2028, 11 additional ocean ships by 2032 and two additional expedition ships by 2031. With these orders, Viking will have 114 river ships in 2028 and 28 ocean and expedition ships in 2032.

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About Viking

Viking (NYSE: VIK) is a global leader in experiential travel with a fleet of more than 100 ships, exploring 21 rivers, five oceans and all seven continents. Designed for curious travelers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, Executive Chairman Torstein Hagen often says Viking offers experiences For The Thinking Person™. Viking has more than 450 awards to its name, including being rated #1 for Rivers and #1 for Oceans six years in a row by Condé Nast Traveler in the 2026 Readers' Choice Awards. Viking is also rated a "World's Best" by Travel + Leisure—no other travel company has simultaneously received such honors by both publications. For additional information, contact Viking at 1-800-2-VIKING (1-800-284-5464) or visit www.viking.com.

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