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The Viking River Cruise Offer

We at Viking River Cruises believe that river cruising gives experienced travellers a unique opportunity to explore foreign countries. As you know, most cities in the world grew up on the riverbanks. In former times, rivers have always been the highways of civilisation. Today, you can explore these rivers and some of the most celebrated cities and quaint villages along their shores, all rich in history and culture, on one of our river tours.

Choose from our broad variety of river cruise programs: China, Russia, France, Ukraine and Egypt or the destinations along Danube, Elbe or Rhine. Viking River Cruises will bring you to places where big cruise ships cannot go and where a bus tour would not provide enough comfort.

A river cruise is also an intimate experience on vessels that typically cater to only about 150 to 300 passengers. Be pampered by the ships’ staff and meet new friends in the ship’s lounges. Wherever you travel with us you will find the same Viking level of service on board, regardless of whether you are in Russia, Europe or China. Viking River Cruises manages all vessels from its operations headquarters in Cologne.
We look forward to welcoming you onboard!

Viking advantages—quality, service and value

Viking River Cruises operates the world’s largest and best fleet of deluxe vessels built specifically for river travel. With extensive background in European river cruising, we are the most knowledgeable company in the business. Viking was the first to offer river trips in Russia, and our China management team has decades of experience helping travelers see China. As a result, more than half a million people have joined Viking on magical, enlightening journeys through these exciting places.

Elegant, Comfortable Ships

Viking ships are Scandinavian in design, with open, airy interiors by famed Norwegian maritime architects Yran & Storbraaten. Guests enjoy all the amenities they expect in a fine hotel, plus expansive, panoramic views throughout.

Spacious Accommodations

Every stateroom has an “outside” river view with a window or balcony for viewing scenery, and on every ship, most windows open to the fresh air. Experience the comfort of hotel-style beds with European linens and duvets, and satellite television with BBC, CNN and other programming.

Gourmet Cuisine

Enjoy sumptuous breakfasts and wonderful lunches and dinners with Viking. Created by European and celebrity chefs, our menus combine regional specialties with American fare to delight the most discriminating palate. While meals are casual, open-seating affairs, the atmosphere is always elegant.

Consistently Excellent Service

Wherever we sail, you enjoy the same standard of service—because we manage it all: nautical, technical, catering, sightseeing and guides. With headquarters in Switzerland and offices in both Russia and China, we oversee these regional shipboard operations.

The World’s Most Award-Winning River Cruise Line

We have consistently placed high on competitive rankings like Condé Nast Traveler’s Gold List, Reader’s Choice and Best Small Ships awards; and Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best; we have also been honored by prestigious international organizations like the World Travel Awards. Meanwhile, travel agents have recognized us with awards including TravelAge West’s Best Line for River Cruising and Travel Weekly’s #1 River Cruise Line. And Viking is featured in National Geographic’s The 10 Best of Everything.

The Viking River Cruise Ships

Overview

Viking River Cruises boasts the most extensive fleet of river cruises vessels, and we are proud to offer you the best ships in each region where we travel. Viking ships are specially designed to navigate the world’s great rivers and provide convenient daily access to a plethora of destinations and experiences. Enjoy all the comfort and elegance of river cruising: attentive and professional staff, delicious onboard meals and spectacular scenery from every stateroom and public area.