Viking River Cruises

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About Viking River Cruises

Best-known of the river lines, Viking River provides solid cruises with a great variety of itinerary and cabin choices.

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Viking Sigyn
TA Viking Sigyn

7 Night
Christmas On The Rhine

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Viking Bragi
Viking Bragi

7 Night
Rhine Getaway

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Viking Idi
Viking Idi

7 Night
Romantic Danube

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Viking Mississippi
Viking Mississippi (Image: Viking River Cruises)

7 Night
New Orleans & Southern Charms

32 Reviews
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7 Night
Danube Waltz

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Rhine Getaway

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Rhine Getaway

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Grand European Tour

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Paris To The Swiss Alps

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Romantic Danube

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Rhine Getaway

55 Reviews
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Rhine Getaway

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Grand European Tour

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Romantic Danube

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Christmas On The Danube

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Viking River Cruises Tips, Activities, and Overview

Who goes on Viking River cruise ships?

Passengers on Viking River Cruises are generally English-speaking, well-traveled cruise veterans in the 55-plus bracket, although China and Southeast Asia attracts some younger travelers (think 40-plus).

Viking River Cruises is not appropriate for families as all passengers must be 18 years or older to sail.

Do I have to dress up on a Viking River cruise?

Viking River Cruises emphasizes comfort over formality, with most people donning pullovers or button-up shirts, khakis, and blouse and pant or suit pairings. Even at the captain's welcome and farewell dinners, you won't see many men in suits (or even jackets for that matter) or women in fancy dresses. Despite its generally casual feel, jeans and shorts are not permitted at dinner.

Is everything free on Viking River cruises?

No. Viking River Cruises are semi-inclusive, with at least one shore excursion per day, Wi-Fi, bottled water and all onboard meals (in all venues) included in the price of your cruise. Also included is beer, wine and soda at lunch and dinner; these beverages cost extra any other time of the day.

You will need to pay extra for tips, laundry and additional shore excursion offerings. On vessels with hair or spa services, or any retail offerings, you'll need to pay extra for these as well.

What are Viking River’s most popular activities?

River cruising is all about the destinations visited, and excursion are, by far, the most popular Viking River activity. In all ports, passengers have at least one free sightseeing option, with several extra-fee choices as well. Onboard, there are few activities to engage in but the occasional onboard presentation (usually a lecture, or local dance or music troupe) draws a crowd. Evening music (typically a piano player) may or may not be popular depending on the crowd onboard.

Why go with Viking River?

  • Largest -- and best-known -- river cruise line in the world
  • Pricing includes a guided shore excursion in each port of call
  • Ships are new, casual but refined, and comfortable

Best for: People taking their first river cruise who want a choice of cabins, itineraries and availability

Not for: Families or travelers looking for luxurious, all-inclusive river cruises

Viking River Cruises Cruiser Reviews

Need a do-over!

Between the very cold weather and being ill, I missed a lot, but looking forward to my next cruise in April.The food was good and the cruise director was excellent.Read More
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yachtgoddess

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Age 80s

Young Cruisers Loved Viking

We got to hike a bit in the Black Forest (or you could choose to watch a cuckoo clock demonstration).My other favorite day was taking a drive up to the Black Forest.Read More
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Laffalotte23

couple2-5 Cruises

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Age 39s

Unforgettable Journey

Our Viking tour guide Bic Tran gave us a true insight into Cambodia & Vietnam.We would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone who truly wants an immersion into Cambodia & Vietnam history.Read More
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YorkPA

couple2-5 Cruises

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Age 80s

Egyptian history in a nutshell

the small boat trip to the village was worth it.On a small "taxi" boat you go through some marshlands and get close to local birds and other wildlife (no crocodiles).Read More
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Nameless One

couple2-5 Cruises

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Age 69s

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