Having just come back from Viking's RIVER OF GOLD trip I feel it necessary to post some comments I hope will be valuable to others. This makes my third trip with Viking. This trip was picked out by my Mom who is 87. She likes the idea of packing an unpacking once (with the exception of the time spent in the beginning of the trip in Lisbon) and the sites you can see as you are cruising along the river.

THE GOOD

Of all the river cruises I have taken (Alaska, Russia, China, Egypt, Grand European) this ship was one of the nicest. The Torgil and its sister ship the Hemming are brand new to Viking this year. Large floor to ceiling windows in both the bedroom and the sitting area (we had a suite) and a French balcony that accommodated two chairs. Read more