Arrival:

We were a little worried prior to the cruise because it didn't seem like we had a lot of information, but about a month before the cruise we received a very nice portfolio including air ticket information, a travel guide, and a few other goodies. We were pleased to be booked on a flight for which we could earn air miles, including return air that came directly to our home airport from Paris.

It is very convenient to have the Viking staff for the transfers. We were met after luggage pick up and directed to a mutual meeting area where we gathered with others for our trip to the ship. We arrived around noon and were escorted into the ship for lunch. Our bags were completely handled by the Viking staff. Lunch was served in the lounge and soon after, we were offered a "jet-lag walk" through Amsterdam which was a wonderful way to stay awake and see Amsterdam when we knew we only had the one day there. It helped us ease into the trip. Read more