River Cruises Reviews

This was an amazing cruise. We did the Lower Danube starting in Bucharest. Beautiful ship and cabins were very comfortable. Staff and cruise were friendly and attentive. Food was amazing and tours were very interesting. Well recommended cruise line and itinerary. This itinerary is unique and not recommended for 1st time cruisers or first time to Europe. There is lots of history in the ...

This cruise was a referral by family members who suggested something different than the typical ocean cruise. We have been on numerous cruises including the Caribbean, Alaska, and the Mediterranean but never a river boat cruise. We experienced a fantastic cruise that coupled history and luxury. From the moment we boarded the Viking Rolf, we knew we would experience something completely different. ...

As this was to be our first ever river cruise we did our homework and read various reviews and recommendations from multiple sites. Avalon Waterways always was ranked very highly and except for a few not so positive reviews, which usually dealt with low river levels, we now know why from first hand experiences. From the day we boarded all the staff could not have been more pleasant and willing to ...

We chose Viking because everyone we had talked to that had been on a Viking river cruise said it was the best sailing experience they had ever had. Add us to the list of those who will recommend Viking to anyone that asks. The included excursions were well organized and provided insights into the history and current highlights of the port we were in. The one suggestion would be to time the ...

The cruise from Budapest to Nuremburg could not have been better. The boat, crew, meals & wine, were all superb and good value. The wines were all from the region and were matched to the meals. The excursions were very well arranged and included concerts in palaces and walking tours. Three meals a day are included on the boat with one in a restaurant on the day visit to Vienna. Entertainment was ...

We were able to visit the cities that we had a very strong interest in seeing. The tours were great and the Viking staff and Tour Guides were fantastic! We started out in Budapest, Hungry and had a walking tour of the city folllowed by our own sightseeing in the afternoon. The next day we went to Bratislavia, Slovakia with yet another walking tour of the city foloowed by an excellent lunch. Next ...

We had previously sailed with Viking on a river cruise and found it to be very enjoyable, so we decided to try them again to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. As before, they took care of all the details from start to finish, so all we had to do was unpack, stay informed (they did a great job of communicating the activities that were available), and enjoy the experience. The voyage itself ...

This was a belated graduation gift and a significant birthday celebration trip, that was worth every single penny. I loved how small and personal the experience was, and I loved the fact that we were not pressured to do things like you find on some of the larger cruise ships. The gentle and quiet relaxing pace of cruising along the Rhine was so relaxing. I am glad we went with the balcony option ...

Wanted to take a river cruise. Interesting ports of call. Captain and crew top notch. Waiters Stefan, Alessandra, Jessa and Olena efficient, courteous and “fun” to interact with. Our cabin attendant, Liudmyla, did a great job keeping our cabin clean and in order. Helena Petkovic, front desk, went out of her way to help me with jewelry purchase. Upon return from tours and excursions, Captain Martin ...

When exploring trips on which to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary, we chose Viking River Cruises based on their experience and seniority in the industry. We were not disappointed. The ship was clean and exceptionally well maintained and the service was first rate. This was our first river cruise and we enjoyed the more intimate aspects compared to our previous ocean cruise experiences. ...