{"id":6326,"date":"2026-01-06T11:33:14","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T11:33:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/news\/?p=6326"},"modified":"2026-01-06T11:36:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T11:36:32","slug":"viking-launches-savings-event-with-up-to-35-off-cruises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/news\/viking-expeditions-cruises\/viking-launches-savings-event-with-up-to-35-off-cruises","title":{"rendered":"Viking Launches Savings Event with Up to 35% Off Cruises"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Viking has launched a new promotion called \u201cThe Viking Savings Event,\u201d giving North American travelers more reasons to book destination-focused cruises across its river, ocean, and expedition lineup.<\/p>\n<p>The offer runs from now until January 31, 2026. During this time, guests can save up to 35 percent on all-inclusive voyages. The deal also includes free international airfare on select sailings, a $25 deposit on all itineraries, and extra savings for past Viking guests.<\/p>\n<p>This limited-time event covers select sailings from 2026 to 2028, including river cruises, ocean voyages, and expedition trips.<\/p>\n<p>In a press release, Viking shared that some of its most booked itineraries are part of this event.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Grand European Tour<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This 15-day river cruise sails from Amsterdam to Budapest. Guests enjoy views of the Rhine Valley, food and wine from the Wachau Valley, traditional music in Vienna, Melk\u2019s famous Benedictine Abbey, and key World War II sites in Nuremberg.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Rhine Getaway<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This eight-day cruise travels from Amsterdam to Basel. Highlights include sailing along the Rhine River and the Middle Rhine, visits to the Alsace region, and stops at places like Kinderdijk with its well-known windmills.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Romantic Danube<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This eight-day journey runs from Regensburg to Budapest. The itinerary features Salzburg, G\u00f6ttweig Abbey, the Wachau Valley, Vienna, and time to enjoy Budapest\u2019s thermal baths.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Lyon &amp; Provence<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sailing for eight days from Avignon to Lyon, this cruise follows the Rh\u00f4ne River through the French countryside. Guests visit Les Ar\u00e8nes d\u2019Arles, the Pont du Gard, the Palace of the Popes in Avignon, and the historic city of Lyon.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Iconic Western Mediterranean<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This eight-day ocean cruise sails from Barcelona to Rome (Civitavecchia). It includes stops along the Mediterranean coast in Spain, France, and Italy, with overnights in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruisebooking.com\/departure-ports\/barcelona\">Barcelona<\/a> and Tuscany. Other ports include S\u00e8te, Monte Carlo, and scenic cruising near Calanques National Park.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ancient Mediterranean Treasures<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This eight-day voyage sails from Istanbul to Athens (Piraeus). Guests explore the Aegean Sea with visits to Troy, Ephesus, Rhodes, and Crete, plus an overnight stay near ancient Athens.<\/p>\n<p>With flexible itineraries and strong savings, Viking\u2019s new event gives travelers a chance to plan future journeys at a lower cost while enjoying immersive cultural experiences.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Viking has launched a new promotion called \u201cThe Viking Savings Event,\u201d giving North American travelers more reasons to book destination-focused cruises across its river, ocean, and expedition lineup. 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