If you’ve never been on a Viking river cruise, what are you waiting for? There has never been a better time to book one of Viking’s exciting and thoroughly modern river adventures.
Traveling aboard a Viking river cruise is a once in a lifetime adventure you’ll want to experience again and again! Here are ten reasons why you’ll fall in love with Viking as soon as you board your very first, or 51st, amazing river cruise.
So Many Itineraries
Viking is the Thinking Person’s cruise line and they offer a tremendous variety when it comes to rivers and destinations. Along with a wide range of itineraries, Viking is able to arrange your air travel, pre and post trip extensions, and all transfers, meaning your trip is virtually stress-free before it even begins.
Onboard Cultural Explorations
Throughout every cruise Viking has arranged for its guests to experience the local feel and flavor of various ports of call. These thoughtful presentations on board feature local performers and artisans and may include everything from musical soirees to a glass blowing demonstration.
Intimate Settings That Feel Spacious
The majority of Viking river cruises take place aboard a Viking Longship. Each vessel is resplendent with a modern, Scandinavian design and Longships have just 95 staterooms. Aboard such a cruise you will never feel crowded plus you have the opportunity to meet and mingle with guests who share the same interests as you.
Casual Yet Elegant Cruising
A Viking river cruise offers the utmost in elegance but there are no formal nights. Nonetheless guests who wish to dress up for dinner are welcome to do so and will find many companions on board who enjoy the same tradition.
Beautiful Staterooms
Viking Longships offer the choice of a French Balcony or a small, private balcony with two chairs. Each bathroom on board have heated floors, a small refrigerator and a large TV. Your room will always be in tip top shape as cabin stewards clean twice each per day.
A Complete Travel Experience
Viking is known as the Thinking Person’s cruise, but they have also thought of everything to make your travel adventure as convenient as possible! Each stateroom has both 110V and 220V outlets, the finest shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and body lotion are provided, and bottled water is provided twice a day in every cabin.
Included Excursions
Viking provides every guest with a free excursion in every port which distinguishes a Viking river cruise from some other cruise lines. Each excursion lasts from 2 hours to over 4 hours and guests are given headphones and listening devices so nothing is missed.
Closer to the City
Viking river vessels are fairly small which means that the ships are often able to dock within walking distance of the town center. This closeness allows guests to enjoy dinner off the ship, or take a leisurely stroll without feeling rushed.
Food and Drink
Guests enjoy a 5-course dinner each night as they travel from port to port, and there is the option of enjoying local cuisine, some vegan choices but also traditional meals such as chicken, steak, and fish.
Aquavit Terrace
Only Viking cruises offer the exceptional Aquavit Terrace, an indoor-outdoor space located at the front of the ship. The Aquavit Terrace is the perfect spot to take in spectacular views and rehydrate with an assortment of beverages.
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