Viking · Booking & changes
When is final payment due?
The answer
Checked 2026-09-24Set by the offer you booked under; 180 days for World and Grand Cruises
- For most cruises the final balance is due according to the offer in place when you booked.
- Viking World and Grand Cruises need a 20% deposit at booking and final payment at least 180 days before departure.
In one sentence — Viking: Set by the offer you booked under; 180 days for World and Grand Cruises. For most cruises the final balance is due according to the offer in place when you booked. Viking World and Grand Cruises need a 20% deposit at booking and final payment at least 180 days before departure. Read from Viking's own published policy on 2026-09-24. Cruise lines change policies without notice — confirm with Viking before relying on this.
Why this one catches people out
The date the balance is due. Miss it and the booking can be canceled automatically.
Where this came from
https://docs.vikingcruises.com/pdf/BookingAndSaleTermsAndConditions.pdfWe read these policies from each cruise line's own pages and record the date we read them. Lines change their rules without notice. Always confirm with the cruise line before you rely on anything here.