Viking River Cruises — Europe's Great Waterways
The world's leading river cruise line — exploring Europe's great waterways
About Viking River Cruises
Viking River Cruises is the world's leading river cruise line, having pioneered the modern river cruise concept in 1997. Viking's longships — purpose-built for European rivers — carry just 190 guests in an adults-only, all-inclusive environment. The ships are designed to dock in the heart of every city, allowing guests to step directly from ship to cobblestone. With itineraries on the Rhine, Danube, Seine, Douro, Elbe, and beyond, Viking offers the most comprehensive river cruise programme in the world.
Why Choose Viking River Cruises?
Viking River is the gold standard in river cruising — the ships are beautiful, the service is outstanding, and the all-inclusive pricing (including one shore excursion per port) makes budgeting simple. The intimate scale (190 guests) creates a genuine sense of community, and the Scandinavian design aesthetic is consistently elegant.
Highlights
- 190 guests per ship — intimate scale for a genuine community feel
- All-inclusive — one shore excursion per port, Wi-Fi, and drinks with meals included
- Docks in the heart of every city — step directly from ship to cobblestone
- Rhine, Danube, Seine, Douro, Elbe, and Mekong itineraries
- Adults-only (18+) — no children, no casinos
- Scandinavian design — clean, minimalist, and beautifully crafted
Featured Ships
Explore the ships that make Viking River Cruisesone of the world's great cruise lines.
Viking Baldur
Viking's classic longship — 190 guests on Europe's great rivers
Featured Itineraries
Evergreen itineraries — the routes that define Viking River Cruises.
15-Night Grand European Tour
Amsterdam to Budapest — the Rhine, Main, and Danube
Wendy's Insider Tips for Viking River Cruises
Book Viking River 12–18 months in advance — the most popular itineraries (Rhine and Danube) sell out early.
The Grand European Tour (15 nights, Amsterdam to Budapest) is Viking's signature itinerary — the best introduction to European river cruising.
Viking's Christmas Market cruises (November–December) are magical — book 18 months ahead.
Upgrade to a French Balcony cabin — the floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors transform the cabin experience.
Ready to Sail with Viking River Cruises?
Tell Wendy about your dream cruise and she'll find the perfect ship, itinerary, and cabin for you.