Highlights: Charming Canals, gabled houses, windmills, narrow passage, history, culture, and seldom-seen sights of both inland and coastal destinations.
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About Viking River Cruises
With a group of 60 vessels, Viking River cruises are serving the top-cruising destinations. It features itineraries throughout Europe, Russian, Ukraine, Asia, Mississippi, and Egypt. Their unparalleled staterooms have floor to ceiling windows for breathtaking views. Their ships will engage you, entertain you, and make you feel comfortable. Relax and enjoy watching the sunset and sunrise from the sundeck or enjoy live music in the lounge. The staff will make you feel more comfortable, relaxed, and content with amazing service. Make sure you experience cruise life at its best. Viking believes in luxury and comforts.
Highlights: Charming Canals, gabled houses, windmills, narrow passage, history, culture, and seldom-seen sights of both inland and coastal destinations.
With a group of 60 vessels, Viking River cruises are serving the top-cruising destinations. It features itineraries throughout Europe, Russian, Ukraine, Asia, Mississippi, and Egypt. Their unparalleled staterooms have floor to ceiling windows for breathtaking views. Their ships will engage you, entertain you, and make you feel comfortable. Relax and enjoy watching the sunset and sunrise from the sundeck or enjoy live music in the lounge. The staff will make you feel more comfortable, relaxed, and content with amazing service. Make sure you experience cruise life at its best. Viking believes in luxury and comforts.
Most recommended Viking River Cruise Ships
When talking about the Viking River cruise, he then mentions the beautiful fleet of ships that provide a wide range of experiences sailing down different European rivers.
Danube River Rhine River Seine River
Top Viking River Cruise Destinations
Viking River Cruises also has quite a number of destinations, which offer a chance to experience culture and history in unique ways.
Amsterdam London Lisbon
Top Ports of Viking River Cruise
As for the ports, Viking River Cruises does visit many ports that are gateways for cultural and historical exploration.
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Visit exciting historical monuments, charming towns and cityscapes, and interesting cultural places, often with an exclusive shore excursion led by an expert guide.
Spacious sun decks are the perfect place to unwind while taking in the beautiful riverside landscapes.
Offers local flavors in elegant restaurants where gourmet dining is prepared from fresh ingredients.
Although Viking River Cruise itineraries are greater toward adults, a few do provide itinerary options as well for families which promise entertaining activities for all ages.
Deck lounging or pure indulgence in an onboard spa and wellness area offers a serene atmosphere for reinvigoration.
Lavish staterooms and suites with cossetting furnishings for the kind of living some will adore, many offering river views and super elegant décor.
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Shorter itineraries are well suited for a quick yet immersive river cruising experience for people with little free vacation time. Concentrate on highlights from only one region, either beautiful Rhine or Danube rivers.
Viking River Cruise Booking
Are you prepared to set out on the adventure of a lifetime? Make your Viking River Cruise vacation booking with CruiseBooking.com, and you will be sailing on the best rivers in Europe in style. Whether it is a short holiday or a longer voyage, CruiseBooking.com has literally made travel easy through booking and offers many itineraries to satisfy every traveler's need. So, let's make beautiful memories—book your dream Viking River Cruise today and get ready to sail toward the most extraordinary vacations!
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7 Nights | Europe | Viking River | Viking Tialfi
7 Nights | Europe | Viking River | Viking Tialfi
| Amsterdam Basel | |
| Amsterdam | KIND | 8332 | Cologne | Koblenz | 8043 | Rudesheim | SPEY | Strasbourg | Breisach | Basel ** | |
Cruise Deals from Amsterdam to Basel |
Lowest Rate*
- Oceanview $2,199.00*
- Balcony $2,799.00*
- Suite $4,799.00*
7 Nights | Europe | Viking River | Viking Sigrun
7 Nights | Europe | Viking River | Viking Sigrun
| Amsterdam Basel | |
| Amsterdam | KIND | 8332 | Cologne | Koblenz | 8043 | Rudesheim | SPEY | Strasbourg | Breisach | Basel ** | |
Cruise Deals from Amsterdam to Basel |
Lowest Rate*
- Oceanview $2,199.00*
- Balcony $2,499.00*
- Suite $4,299.00*
7 Nights | Europe | Viking River | Viking Gersemi
7 Nights | Europe | Viking River | Viking Gersemi
| Amsterdam Basel | |
| Amsterdam | KIND | 8332 | Cologne | Koblenz | 8043 | Rudesheim | SPEY | Strasbourg | Breisach | Basel ** | |
Cruise Deals from Amsterdam to Basel |
Lowest Rate*
- Oceanview $2,199.00*
- Balcony $2,499.00*
- Suite $4,299.00*
7 Nights | Europe | Viking River | Viking Hlin
7 Nights | Europe | Viking River | Viking Hlin
| Amsterdam Basel | |
| Amsterdam | KIND | 8332 | Cologne | Koblenz | 8043 | Rudesheim | SPEY | Strasbourg | Breisach | Basel ** | |
Cruise Deals from Amsterdam to Basel |
Lowest Rate*
- Oceanview $2,199.00*
- Balcony $2,799.00*
- Suite $4,799.00*
7 Nights | Europe | Viking River | Viking Haki
7 Nights | Europe | Viking River | Viking Haki
Lowest Rate*
- Oceanview $2,199.00*
- Balcony $2,799.00*
- Suite $4,799.00*
Viking River Adventures Gallery
Discover the world with Viking River Cruises. Our gallery offers a glimpse into life on the river, from scenic landscapes and historic cities to the comfort of our elegant ships. Each photo tells a story of adventure, culture, and relaxation.
FAQ for Viking River Cruises
Viking River Cruises is owned and overseen by its founder and Chairman, Torstein Hagen, who also serves as the CEO.
On a Viking River cruise, embarkation generally begins around 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (noon), with stateroom availability starting around 3:00 PM, although you can relax in the lounge or explore the ship before that.
Viking Cruises' newest river ships include the Viking Hathor and Viking Sobek, both designed for the Nile River, and the Viking Tonle, which sails the Mekong River.
You can contact CruiseBooking.com to know the group booking procedure.
A Viking River Cruise booking typically includes a river-view stateroom, one complimentary shore excursion per port, onboard meals, beer, wine, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, free Wi-Fi, and port taxes.
you can bring personal belongings like clothing, toiletries, medications, and even your own wine, beer, and spirits, which you can enjoy anywhere on the ship without corkage fees.
- Welcome Buffet: A light welcome buffet is served at 12:00 PM during embarkation.
- Breakfast: Typically served from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM but can vary depending on excursion schedules.
- Lunch: Typically served from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM but can vary depending on excursion schedules.
- Dinner: Typically served from 7:00 PM
Viking River Cruises offer a blend of entertainment, including onboard lectures, destination performances, live music, cooking demonstrations, and quizzes, all designed to enhance the cultural experience and provide a variety of options for guests.
Viking River Cruises offers a variety of dining experiences, including a main restaurant, al fresco dining on the Aquavit Terrace, and options for breakfast and lunch in the Lounge or on the Sun Deck.
Yes, all Viking River ships offer free Wi-Fi for guests to use their personal devices, and some ships also have computers in a Business Center for use.
Viking River Cruises is an adults-only cruise line, meaning they do not cater to children under 18, and they do not have any facilities or services on board for children.
The Viking River cruise cost usually runs anywhere between $1,699* and $4,999*, with European cruises often falling under $2,000* and Asia, Egypt, and Russia cruises generally starting from $3,224*.
Cruises to these destinations tend to be pricier, with starting prices around $3,224*.
Costs on a Viking River cruise usually cover:
- Accommodation in the room of your choice.
- Meals on board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
- Shore excursions at each port (guided tours).
- Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks included with lunch and dinner.
- Wi-Fi is included on board.
- Port taxes and fees.
Yes, Viking River Cruises has a regular discount on load sails, including early-booking deals, seasonal discounts, and incentives for returning guests. There could also be discounts through travel agents or large group bookings.
Not all of them. Each deck will have a varying rate for its cabins according to type. Cabins on lower decks form the least pricy category, while higher-deck accommodation, which mostly provide superior views and, at times, additional room or amenities, cost more. Suites and balcony cabins also generally cost higher.
Viking River Cruises tend to be all-inclusive, but you should also know about some more charges, like:
- Tipping the crew (recommended but not included in cruise price).
- Premium excursions or special activities on shore activities that are not included in the regular excursion package.
- Such items like applicable alcohol beyond wine or beer and soft drinks included.
- Travel insurance (optional).
- Airfare (unless in certain special package).
In order for the individual trip to be measured out accurately, it would be wise to assess the booking and any additional undertaken options since all of these will differ per each itinerary and individual choice.
Viking River Cruises has a tiered cancellation policy based on how far in advance you cancel your cruise:
- More than 120 days before departure: Full refund minus a fee.
- 60-119 days before departure: Typically, 50%* of the cruise fare.
- 30-59 days before departure: Generally, 75%* of the fare.
- Within 30 days: No refund, or a partial refund based on specific conditions.
Always check the terms of your specific booking, as the policy may vary.
If you mean changing your cruise dates or itinerary, Viking allows changes with a fee, provided you inform them well in advance. However, they do not offer changes to the driving schedule for ground transport, as it may depend on external travel providers.
Viking’s refund policy typically follows their cancellation policy. If you cancel according to the timeline, you will receive a percentage of the fare as a refund. If Viking cancels the cruise, you will usually be offered a full refund or an alternative option like a future cruise credit.
If Viking River Cruises cancels your cruise, they will offer you a full refund or the option to rebook on another sailing (possibly with additional benefits). They will usually offer a future cruise credit if you prefer to reschedule.
Viking offers the ability to cancel due to an illness or emergency under certain conditions. If you have travel insurance through Viking, you may be eligible for coverage depending on your policy. Without insurance, you may not be able to receive a refund unless your booking includes a specific cancel-for-any-reason option.
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