16 Night Komodo & The Australian Coast
Viking Ocean • Viking Venus
Nov 6, 2026 · 16 nights
Asia & Indian Ocean
$7,699/person$481/night
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Europa 2 vs Viking Venus
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Viking Venus wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
Europa 2
Viking Venus
Size
42,830 GT
47,800 GT
Passengers
516
930
Year built
2013
2021
Crew ratio
1.4 guests per crew
1.7 guests per crew
Space ratio
83.0 GT per guest
51.4 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
225 m
229 m
From price
No data
$7,699 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Viking Venus is the larger vessel at 47,800 GT, 12% more than Europa 2's 42,830 GT. Europa 2 offers more personal space with a space ratio of 83.0 GT per passenger versus 51.4. Built in 2021, Viking Venus is 8 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Viking Venus |
| Capacity | Viking Venus |
| Modernity | Viking Venus |
| Service | Europa 2 |
| Spaciousness | Europa 2 |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Viking Venus |
| Fleet Power | Viking Venus |
Bottom line: Viking Venus leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Viking Venus for overall superiority; pick Europa 2 if Service matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Europa 2 if
- More crew per guest (1.4 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (83.0 GT per guest)
Choose Viking Venus if
- You want the newer ship (built 2021, 8 years newer)
- Size matters to you (47,800 GT)
- More onboard variety (930 guests)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Europa 2 | Viking Venus |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | No sailings | $7,699 pp |
| Per night | No data | $481 pp |
| Departing | No data | Nov 6 |
| Duration | No data | 16 nights |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
