Everything exceeded our expectations. The brochures, TV advertising, and information received beforehand was very helpful and accurately portrayed what the trip would be about. Especially appreciated by us, first time cruisers.

Cities were beautiful and individual tour guides were excellent. Particularly appreciated the remote audio "listening devices" the guides used on each tour. Couldn't help but notice that most of the other tour groups (not Viking) had to huddle around their guide, who was shouting the information, hoping to be heard by his audience. We got several envious looks from these other groups.

Loved the difference in the scenery as we cruised down the Danube, but of course, the beautiful rolling hills, vineyards and small towns on the river bands were the tops. It was very cold and drizzeled the first two days of the trip (Budapest, Bratislava) - high of 39 degrees fahrenheit, so wore every layer of clothihng we could find. Expected warmer temperatures (50's and 60's) but realize the temperature fluctuates greatly this time of year. Noticed that the other passengers did not come prepared for this cold weather as well. Just packing gloves, a warm scarf and a hat would have helped, "just in case". Read more