Having never been abroad before, much less ever cruised, this was an absolutely FABULOUS experience! From the moment we arrived at the ship until the last good-bye, it was perfect! The crew was amazing and all spoke English (thank goodness). The ship was beautiful and very well maintained. The shore excursions were wonderful, extremely educational and the guides were awesome (again, all English speaking)! The food was excellent with perfect sized portions and a terrific variety. The atmosphere was casual and we met lots of interesting people from all over.
We couldn't recommend Viking any more highly to anyone who is considering a river cruise anywhere in the world. In fact, we just told a couple about our experience and they have already booked their cruise for 2015!
We'll be going again, no question!!
The cabin was lovely, top floor with nice views! So glad we chose the veranda, as the weather cooperated and we were able to enjoy the time outside. The bed was very comfortable! Although cozy (but not a problem because you don't spend too much time in your cabin), the amenities were top-notch and the service was excellent. We couldn't even tell when the ship was moving, very quiet and no vibration.