Viking River Cruises
Warm, welcoming, and with an emphasis on comfort, service, and style – there’s nothing quite like Viking River Cruises. Across its fleet of 65 river cruise ships, guests can look forward to expeditions ranging from Africa’s historic Egypt to epic journeys across North America via the Mississippi River. With Viking River Cruises, you can look forward to immersing yourself in local culture on a river journey like no other.
What Makes a Viking River Cruises Holiday Exceptional?
Including its multi-award-winning Viking Longships®, Viking River Cruises’ fleet of innovative river ships delivers more comfort, more quality, more style, and more choice of cruises. Cruise in luxury with spacious and contemporary surroundings, fabulous food, and thoughtfully selected wines.
Sail into the heart of each destination and explore cultures, customs, and cuisines with Viking’s great-value packages. Travel by river and see the world in a completely new and unique way, gliding through timeless landscapes and stepping ashore to immediately start exploring.
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Why Choose Viking River Cruises?
Unparalleled Staterooms and Suites
Viking River Cruises ships feature a patented corridor design which offers guests a unique range of stateroom options. From spacious Veranda and French Balcony staterooms to an exclusive suite collection, its ships feature some of the largest suites on Europe's rivers. Every room offers stunning views with an elegant design that is both functional and hotel standard.
Destination-Focused Dining
Experience new cultures through food aboard a Viking River Cruises ship. Stepping onto the Aquavit Terrace, guests can savour al fresco breakfast and lunch dining experiences with picturesque views of Europe's rivers. The Restaurant also offers a selection of menus showcasing regional cuisine, as well as classic dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients.
Award-Winning Service
Bringing award-winning service to every expedition, Viking River Cruises' highly experienced crew makes every guest feel right at home, no matter where they are sailing in the world. From the moment you step aboard, warm hospitality and attentive care come as standard, welcoming you into the Viking family.
Onboard Enrichment
Don’t just see destinations; enrich your onshore experience with Viking’s cultural enrichment programme. Offering guest lectures, hands-on cooking demonstrations, and performances showcasing the talents of regional musicians, these experiences turn every cruise into an eye-opening journey through culture.
Onshore Experiences
With Viking River Cruises, every port offers a new excursion. Guests can enjoy privileged entry to cultural landmarks as well as exclusive glimpses into the working world of each destination, revealing fascinating insights into the local life and history.
Viking Inclusive Value
Return flights
Return scheduled flights from London and a choice of up to 14 regional airports at no extra cost.
Overseas transfers
Complimentary roundtrip airport transfers are included with return scheduled flights.
Excursions
Enjoy one complimentary shore excursion in almost every port.
Full board
All delicious meals including a three course lunch, a five course dinner and snacks any time on board.
Selected drinks
Complimentary tea, coffee and water is available at all times whilst guests can enjoy complimentary beers, wines and soft drinks during lunch and dinner. Outside of these meals, beverages and cocktails can be purchased at the lounge bar.
Free Wi-Fi on board
All ships sailing Europe, Egypt and Mississippi itineraries offer free Wi-Fi.
Onboard Gratuities
Relax and sit back with gratuities already included with every Viking river cruise fare. Any additional tipping is at your discretion.
Viking River Cruises Destinations
Experiencing the most iconic cities and landscapes in the world via the rivers that flow through them is an incredible experience, and Viking River Cruises endeavours to provide guests with as wide a range of available destinations as possible to show guests the globe from the humble perspective of our beloved rivers.
Meander through Northern Europe and see the cities that have shaped modern society and art. Explore the histories and cuisines of the world’s most sought-after locations, and soak in the landscapes that adorn postcards everywhere, such as the Norwegian fjords. Venture further afield and traverse the cultural tapestry of Asia via the rivers that have helped shape it over the millennia.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No – Viking River Cruises do not accommodate younger individuals, and all guests must be over the age of 18 by the date they are due to embark.
Yes – all Viking ships journeying across Europe, Egypt, and the Mississippi River offer free Wi-Fi. Please note, journeys along the Mekong River have limited internet access via on-board public computers, and Wi-Fi is not available on Southeast Asia cruises.
Accommodations across Viking River Cruises offer 110-volt (U.S.) and 220-volt (Europe) electrical outlets.
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