2022-2023

Viking River Cruises & Cruisetour Vacations

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Why Cruise the Rivers of Europe?
Viking takes you to the heart of Europe via its grand waterways, providing you with boundless insight into the continent’s cultural and historic treasures. Immerse yourself in the storybook villages, vibrant cultural centers and picturesque landscapes of The Netherlands, Austria, Germany, France, Hungary and Switzerland, and unlock a whole new world of discovery. Here is a sample of what you will see on one of our European river cruises:

  • Visits to Germany’s charming wine-producing villages

  • Culinary delights in Lyon, France

  • Medieval Prague, “City of a Thousand Spires”

  • The elegant boulevards and grand monuments of Paris

  • Historic Wittenberg, home to Martin Luther

  • Fairytale windmills of The Netherlands

  • Wine tastings in the quintas of Portugal’s Douro Valley

  • Budapest’s regal Parliament building and Chain Bridge

  • Vienna’s inspirational legacy of classical music

  • France’s famed wineries in Beaujolais, Bordeaux and beyond

Rhine River Cruises
Steeped in legend, the scenic Rhine flows through six countries. Fairy-tale castles and soaring fortresses along its banks evoke the spirit of medieval Europe.
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Danube River Cruises
Winding through ten countries past old-world cultures, emerald-greenhills and vibrant cities, the Danube has witnessed epic histories that have shaped all of Europe.
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Elbe River Cruises
From the Bohemian highlands, the historic Elbe passes the soaring landscapes of Saxony and the baroque splendor of German cultural centers.
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Main River Cruises
Forested hills, vibrant meadows and richly historic towns line the Main, a Rhine tributary celebrated for the ornate palaces that dot its tranquil shores.
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Seine River Cruises
The glorious Seine winds through elegant Paris into historic Normandy, passing bucolic villages and scenic landscapes and farm lands that inspired famed Impressionist artists.
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Moselle River Cruises
The tranquil Moselle twists through France and Luxembourg before traversing one of Germany’s most picturesque wine-growing regions, lined by steeply terraced vineyards.
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Douro River Cruises
The Douro River travels along ancient wine estates, passing barcos rabelos laden with casks en route to Porto and Lisbon, defining a sublimely scenic corner of Europe.
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Rhône River Cruises
The fabled Rhône, lined with vestiges of a rich Roman past, courses through picturesque Provence, cultivating renowned vineyards and vibrant wild flower fields.
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Here are 36 of the World's Best European River Cruises!

Never Let Your Memories Be Greater Than Your dreams!

It can be overwhelming to plan a trip to Europe. What are the best spots to see after we pull into port? Do you want to spend a lot of time in one area exploring the castles and cathedrals and shop in the quant villages or make those side excursions while visiting Europe’s diverse cities and towns along the Danube, Rhine or Seine rivers, visiting Amsterdam, Cologne, Vienna, Budapest or Paris and Normandy, perhaps spend a few days in Basil, Switzerland? No matter if you travel by land or Sea, we are the experts to help you navigate all your options and turn those moments in Europe into lifetime memories. We can take you on an immersive, one-of-a-kind Europe experience by land and by sea. From jaw-dropping scenery to captivating history, Europe is a magical place that we know and love. We can’t wait to help take you there.

Viking River Cruises : Best for Adults who loves food, wine, culture, and Scandinavian design. Destination-centric river cruises with an emphasis on cuisine and culture.

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Viking River Cruises

 

 

Sailing Europe’s storied rivers, the award-winning Viking Longships® offer a variety of stateroom categories and true (two-room) suites with full-size verandas. Onboard amenities include a restaurant, bar and lounge, library and expansive sun deck. The ships feature al fresco dining on the Aquavit Terrace, an elegant Scandinavian design and “green” features, such as solar panels, an onboard organic herb garden and energy-efficient hybrid engines for a remarkably smooth ride.

Viking Inclusive Value

Your cruise fare includes everything you need—and nothing you do not.

WE INCLUDE MORE FEATURES & SERVICES THAN OTHERS:

  • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
  • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
  • Visits to UNESCO Sites
  • Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
  • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
  • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
  • Port taxes & fees
  • Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase

YOUR STATEROOM INCLUDES:

  • River-view stateroom
  • Hotel-style bed with optional twin-bed configuration; luxury linens & pillows
  • 40" flat-screen LCD TV with complimentary Movies On Demand
  • 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
  • Refrigerator; security safe; hair dryer
  • Spacious glass-enclosed shower
  • Heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror
  • Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
  • Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping

COVID 19 Notice
Cruise line boarding requirements may include mandatory health screenings, COVID-19 vaccination requirements, masking and proof of travel insurance.
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