This was our first River Cruise and the Viking Grand European Tour was wonderful. We scheduled for 2019 and were delayed 2 years. We were able to get the Explorer Suite which was wonderful. Erdie took care of us for two weeks. He was meticulous in keeping our Suite neat and tidy and he noticed things we liked such as wasabi peas. The other staff was great--especially the breakfast chef who ...
We have done ocean cruises (which were outstanding) but they only allow you to see the coast of the country visited; while the river cruise allows you to tour the internal part of the country that you are sailing through and see more of the beauty of that country. The food on the ship was great (yes, I gained weight even with all the walking) and the service was awesome - Viking does an excellent ...
We just completed the Grand European - starting in Budapest and ending in Amsterdam. This was our first river cruise and it far exceeded our expectations. The trip was delayed several times and as a result we got some serious upgrades including the Silver Beverage package (all drinks paid for) and a Veranda AA suite. The room was lovely - lots of space with a separate living area and bedroom as ...
This was the relaxing vacation my husband and I hoped for. We were catered to by the wonderful staff at all times. Our cruise director, Marko, is very helpful and informative as well as very entertaining. The wait staff at the Restaurant and the lounge was super nice and helpful. Meals became an important part of our cruising just so we can mingle and interact with the wonderful and always smiling ...
This cruise had been rescheduled 2 times over 1 1/2 years. My husband and I were glad to finally get away. This cruise was as perfect as it could have been considering COVID restrictions. Different countries had different mask regulations so we just followed the guidelines our cruise director Marie gave us. We had the most unbelievable weather so often times we ate outdoors and enjoyed the views. ...
Wanted to go from Amsterdam to Budapest. The whole experience was great. We didn’t get to Amsterdam early enough to take in the sights which now was hind sight. The people on the ship with you were friendly. The restaurant was great looked forward to our meals, we had great company, Viking takes care of everything, the tours were all we needed to see everything they are well thought out. The ...
Backgound: My wife (57) and I (60) travelled the Passage to Eastern Europe itinerary (Bucharest-Budapest) on the Viking Modi in April. While seasoned ocean cruise travelers, this was our first river cruise and inaugural trip with Viking. Eastern Europe appealed to us as neither had been to the five countries of the itinerary. We were both in the military stationed in Germany during the late 80s ...
My friend found this cruise for a great price. My wife had always wanted to do a European river cruise. We heard great things about Viking from others who had done one or more cruises. Nice, intimate (just the right number of passengers), well kept, well run ship. Very comfortable, clean lower cabin with all the amenities (make sure that after you have unpacked you store your suitcases under ...
We have been on 70+ ocean cruises and decided to try a river cruise due to the ports of call and the positive reports we had from friends on their Viking experience. Maybe we didn't do enough homework, but this trip was a total disappointment.
We booked the Explorer Suite for the Passages to Eastern Europe cruise (It was a special occasion). We also booked our business class air with Viking. ...
We appreciate you taking the time to share your review, travelingduo, as well as your recognition of our professional transfer service and pleasant pre-cruise experience. It is disappointing,...
I keep meaning to post a review of our Grand European Tour on the Viking Modi and the Viking Skirnir - we had a ship swap - but I've only just gotten around to doing it.
Unlike so many reviewers, we had a splendid cruise - simply fabulous - despite the water level issues, bus rides and the ship swap (we only had one). I'd been reading about the drought situation and the water levels since they ...