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Viking River Cruises

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Viking River Cruises

Operating the world's largest fleet of deluxe river cruise vessels, Viking River Cruises’ fleet plies the waterways of Europe and beyond, carrying passengers on Scandinavian designed ships with panoramic views throughout.

Now boasting over 60 river vessels, accommodating between 94 and 210 guests, Viking's growth over recent years has been staggering. The modern, minimalist Scandinavian designed fleet provides compact but comfortable accommodation, and with such a large fleet Viking River Cruises are unmatched for choice in terms of departures they operate.

The Ships

Viking River Cruises's Fleet

Viking Longships

190 Passengers
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Viking Douro Ships

106 Passengers
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Viking Elbe Ships

98 Passengers
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Viking Seine Ships

168 Passengers
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Viking Mekong Ships

80 Passengers
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Viking Nile Ships

82 Passengers
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Viking Brahmaputra Ships

80 Passengers
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Viking Mississippi

386 Passengers
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Our Insight

Why choose Viking River Cruises?

The market leader on the rivers of Europe and throughout the world, Viking River Cruises is a global corporation. The company was established in 1997 by a Scandinavian and Dutch consortium led by Torstein Hagen, who those with long memories will recall was CEO of luxury cruise line Royal Viking Line back in the '80s.

Through rapid expansion, the purchase of KD River Cruise lines, and a huge programme of new builds, Viking speedily became the world's largest river cruise line, and currently offers cruises across Europe, including the Danube, Rhine, Douro and lesser-travelled Elbe, the Mekong in Southeast Asia, Egypt, as well as the United States with their Mississippi collection.

A huge fleet of almost identical 190-passenger Viking Longships, complemented by other vessels appropriate for the rivers they sail on, are Scandinavian in décor, with a fresh contemporary style and plenty of natural light, enabling you to enjoy every moment you spend on the river. Swiss-trained, friendly and knowledgeable staff work on board.

Basic pricing on board a Viking river cruise includes one complimentary shore excursion in almost every port of call, and house wine or beer with onboard meals. There is also a focus on enrichment through shore excursions by local guides, regional foods, and Privileged Access for in-depth exploration, as well as the Viking Culture Curriculum programme including lectures; language classes; hands-on cooking demonstrations and classes; wine tastings; classical music; local entertainment; a well stocked library, and more. Choose Viking for a reliable, efficient and well presented river cruise.

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