My husband and I selected this cruise to see the Rhine again but from the water this time. This was our 30th anniversary and we wanted to return to the Rhine as we were last there 26 years earlier, but were not able to cruise on the Rhine at that time. We were looking forward to relaxing in comfort while traveling from port to port. Instead the we were forced to endure a poorly planned bus trip. We never got to sail on a Viking boat as a lithium battery on the Viking Gymir exploded during the welcome and safety meeting. Viking had no contingency plan. Instead of a cruise we were put on buses and treated like cattle. Most passengers had no money, identification or clothing other than the clothes on their back for the first 2 days as all of our belongings were on the Viking Gymir. Each day we spent 3-5 hours on buses to see 1-2 hours of attractions. We were not allowed to order food for most lunches and dinner but instead were all given the same thing (usually pork and potatoes). We spent hours on the bus but were never provided with any snacks, beverages or entertainment while we sat uncomfortably for hours on end. Each day we had to pack and unpack and place our luggage in the hall or lobby by 7:00am. This was the worst vacation I have ever taken.