Viking River Brochure 2020 2nd Ed

Flights 

from London 

included. Plus fly from 

selected regional airports. 

2020 RIVER CRUISES 

EUROPE X RUSSIA X UKRAINE X CHINA X SOUTHEAST ASIA X EGYPT 

THE WORLD’S LEADING RIVER CRUISE LINE...BY FAR®

X Viking Longship in Dürnstein, Austria

Viking has been awarded Best River Cruise Line at the 

British Travel Awards for the tenth year running.

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THE VIKING DIFFERENCE 

Destination focussed. Culturally enriching. Carefully curated. 

As THE WORLD’S LEADING RIVER CRUISE LINE, ® we believe in offering you extraordinarily 

well-designed cruises that bring you closer to the cultures of the world. 

THE THINKING PERSON’S CRUISE ® 10 

Created for curious travellers, with true explorer spirits. 

THE SMALL SHIP EXPERTS 12 

Viking takes you closer to your destination with large, expansive windows, 

and the ability to dock in the heart of small towns. 

VIKING LONGSHIPS® 14 

Award-winning, state-of-the-art sister ships. 

SERENE SCANDINAVIAN SPACES 16 

Every room is beautiful and functional, quiet and filled with light. 

UNPAR ALLELED STATEROOM CHOICES 20 

The Viking patented design allows for more variety than other ships; 

plus we offer the first-ever true (two-room) suites on Europe’s rivers. 

DESTINATION-FOCUSSED DINING 24 

The most al fresco dining on the rivers, featuring regional cuisine 

and always available international classics. 

AWARD-WINNING SERVICE 26 

Genuine warmth and thoughtful attention from our Swiss-trained, English-speaking staff. 

ONBOARD ENRICHMENT 28 

Bringing culture and history to life. 

ONSHORE EXPERIENCES 30 

With an included excursion in every port, plus The Viking Way ® of exploration. 

VIKING INCLUSIVE VALUE 32 

Viking built the river cruise category — and we offer the best experience, 

with all you need included plus the ability to customise. 

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X St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow 

Call a Viking Expert on 020 8780 7900 or see your Travel Agent 

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Set sail with us on a journey that will awaken, 

nourish and expand your mind—and truly allow you 

to explore the world in comfort. 

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JOURNEYS OF DISCOVERY 

2020 Voyages 

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THE RIVER WORLD OF VIKING 8 

EUROPE 

NEW Douro's Valleys & Vineyards — 8 Days: Porto to Porto 34 

Rhine Getaway — 8 Days: Basel to Amsterdam 40 

Danube Waltz ® — 8 Days: Budapest to Passau 46 

NEW A Tale of Three Rivers — 8 Days: Trier to Bamberg 52 

Tulips & Windmills ® — 10 Days: Amsterdam–Antwerp–Amsterdam 56 

Romantic Danube ® — 8 Days: Budapest to Nuremberg 58 

Elegant Elbe ® — 10 Days: Prague to Berlin 62 

Passage to Eastern Europe — 11 Days: Bucharest to Budapest 68 

Grand European Tour — 15 Days: Budapest to Amsterdam 74 

NEW Rhine & Moselle Discovery — 8 Days: Basel to Trier 78 

Lyon & Provence — 8 Days: Avignon to Lyon 82 

Châteaux, Rivers & Wine — 8 Days: Bordeaux–Saint-Émilion–Bordeaux 100 

Paris & the Heart of Normandy — 8 Days: Paris–Rouen–Paris 104 

RUSSIA & UKR AINE 

Waterways of the Tsars ® — 13 Days: St. Petersburg to Moscow 88 

Kiev, Black Sea & Bucharest — 12 Days: Bucharest to Kiev 106 

CHINA & SOUTHEAST ASIA 

Imperial Jewels of China ® — 15 Days: Beijing to Shanghai 94 

Magnificent Mekong ® — 16 Days: Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, plus Angkor Wat 110 

EGYPT 

Pharaohs & Pyramids — 12 Days: Cairo–Luxor–Nile–Cairo 114 

PROGR AMMES & DETAILS 

Deck Plans 118 

Ocean Cruises 124 

Booking Conditions 128 

X Cover: Viking Longship ® on the River Rhine 

X This page: Viking Longship in Aschaffenburg, Germany 


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THE RIVER WORLD OF VIKING 

Wherever you choose to go—Europe, Russia, Ukraine, China, Southeast Asia, Egypt or beyond— 

Viking takes you to places you can only fully appreciate by river, and takes you there in comfort. 

ENGLAND 

Oxford 

Gold Beach 

Omaha Beach 

Bordeaux 

GARONNE 

THE 

NORTH NETHERLANDS 

GERMANY 

SEA Hoorn 

Berlin 

POLAND 

Amsterdam 

Warsaw 

The Hague Arnhem 

Magdeburg 

Potsdam 

Gouda 

ELBE 

Bruges Ghent Antwerp 

RHINE 

Cologne 

Würzburg 

Brussels 

Bamberg 

Koblenz 

BELGIUM 

MAIN MAIN–DANUBE Melnik 

MOSELLE 

CANAL 

Kraków 

Rouen LUXEMBOURG 

Prague CZECH REPUBLIC 

Trier 

Giverny 

Mainz 

Nuremberg 

Paris 

Rothenburg 

SLOVAKIA 

Strasbourg RHINE 

SEINE 

Kelheim 

Passau 

Munich 

Bratislava 

Salzburg Vienna 

Basel Zürich 

AUSTRIA 

Budapest 

LAKE 

DANUBE 

SAÔNE 

Lucerne 

GENEVA 

HUNGARY 

FRANCE 

SWITZERLAND 

Saint-Émilion 

DORDOGNE 

Tournon 

Lyon 

RHÔNE 

RHÔNE 

Avignon 

Arles Nice 

Marseille 

Lake Como 

ITALY 

CROATIA 

Osijek 

Belgrade 

Belogradchik 

SERBIA 

Porto 

DOURO RIVER 

Salamanca 

PORTUGAL 

Madrid 

Lisbon 

SPAIN 

KEY 

Cruise embarkation & disembarkation 

Select cruise & tour destinations 

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FINLAND 

LAKE LADOGA 

SVIR RIVER 

Kizhi 

LAKE ONEGA 

VIETNAM 

Helsinki 

St. Petersburg 

NEVA RIVER 

VOLGA-BALTIC 

WATERWAY 

Kuzino 

Hanoi 

Ha Long Bay 

GULF 

OF 

TONKIN 

RUSSIA 

RYBINSK RESERVOIR 

VOLGA RIVER 

Yaroslavl 

Uglich 

MOSCOW CANAL 

Moscow 

THAILAND 

SOUTH 

MEKONG CHINA 

Angkor 

SEA 

Bangkok Wat CAMBODIA 

Siem Reap 

TONLE SAP LAKE 

Kampong Cham 

Kampong Chhnang MEKONG 

Phnom Penh Cái Be 

Ho Chi Minh City 

GULF Sa Ðéc (Saigon) 

OF 

Mỹ Tho 

THAILAND 

UKRAINE 

Kiev 

DNIEPER 

ISRAEL 

MEDITERRANEAN 

SEA 

Jerusalem 

Bethlehem 

Amman 

JORDAN 

Dead Sea 

Cairo 

Petra 

TRANSYLVANIA 

ROMANIA 

Odessa 

EGYPT 

NILE 

Esna 

Edfu 

Qena 

Luxor 

Kom Ombo 

Aswan 

RED 

SEA 

DANUBE 

Bucharest 

Giurgiu 

Russe 

Veliko Tarnovo 

BLACK 

SEA 

Xian 

Beijing 

BULGARIA 

CHINA 

Lhasa, Tibet 

Shibaozhai 

Chongqing 

YANGTZE 

THREE GORGES 

THREE GORGES DAM 

Yueyang 

DONGTING 

LAKE 

Wuhan 

YANGTZE 

Shanghai 

Guilin 

Hong Kong

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THE THINKING PERSON’S CRUISE 

Created for curious travellers, with true explorer spirits 

WE ALL TRAVEL TO EXPLORE, TO LEARN, TO UNDERSTAND. At Viking, we believe travel 

should be more than just a trip—it should be a doorway to cultural insight and personal enrichment. 

That is why our cruise itineraries are designed to help you explore and engage with your destination 

through its food, culture, countryside and customs. 

BEFORE you travel, we provide you with materials to help you plan and anticipate your journey, 

from filmographies that inspire wanderlust to recommended reading that informs and enlightens. 

ONBOARD activities are designed for the thinking traveller seeking enrichment and renewal. 

We offer informative lectures on history and art, cooking demonstrations, restaurant menus inspired 

by local cuisine and other opportunities to share your region’s culture with fellow travellers. 

ASHORE, you might accompany the ship’s chef on a visit to a local market; step behind the 

scenes at a famous theatre company; tour a glassblower’s workshop; or view private collections 

and hidden vaults at world-class museums. 

CONNECT with like-minded travellers on board our ships, designed with a comfortable intimacy 

to encourage lifelong friendships and an ease of discovery that unfolds with the leisurely pace of 

the river. By journey’s end, our aim is to help you feel more connected—to your newfound friends 

and the world. 

X Library 

X Local market 

X Meet locals in Budapest 


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THE SMALL SHIP EXPERTS 

Viking takes you closer to your destination with large, expansive windows, 

and the ability to dock in the heart of small towns 

THE BEST WAY TO IMMERSE YOURSELF in new cultures is to explore the world by river. 

That is why we designed elegant, intimate ships with all the amenities of a fine hotel. Our ships 

gently carry you to the world’s greatest cities, deliver you to the centre of charming towns and 

villages, and connect you to your destination. 

IT IS PURE PLEASURE TO TRAVEL WITH SUCH EASE…to unpack just once and relax to an 

ever-changing canvas of breathtaking landscapes…to dock in the centre of small towns and stroll 

right off to begin your exploration. Viking puts the Danube, Rhine, Seine, Portugal’s Douro, China’s 

Yangtze and many other rivers right outside your door, revealing the true character of each region 

through its historic waterways. 

THE DESIGN OF OUR SHIPS ENHANCES YOUR JOURNEY. Inventive and innovative, our 

Viking Longships have set the new standard in river cruising, expertly crafted to bring the outside 

in, so your destination is always within reach. With the most al fresco dining options on the rivers 

and vast windows that bathe the interiors in sunshine, you can enjoy the fresh air, natural light 

and exhilaration of the outdoors. 

Because we own and operate our ships, no detail escapes our attention—this is what sets us apart. 

We also never forget that looking after you is how we became the world’s #1 River Cruise Line. Join 

us, and learn why our guests return again and again. And why we have consistently been the most 

awarded river cruise line worldwide. 

Viking River Cruises 

Best River Cruise Line Enrichment 


Best River Cruise Line Itineraries 

X Top: Viking Longship near Würzburg 

X Bottom: Viking Longship in Boppard 

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VIKING LONGSHIPS 

Award-winning, state-of-the-art sister ships 

GUESTS: 190 LENGTH: 443 FT. DECKS: 4 STATEROOMS: 95 

Solar Panels 

Help make our ships 

the greenest on the 

rivers. 

2 Explorer Suites 

Feature 445 square feet, 

separate sleeping and 

sitting rooms and a private 

wraparound veranda 

with 270° views. 

Walking Track 

The perfect place for exercise 

and taking in fresh air. 

Organic Herb Garden 

A delightful green 

space that enhances 

your cuisine with fresh, 

just-picked flavour. 

Viking Lounge 

Linger over the tunes from 

a baby grand piano while 

comparing notes about 

the day’s discoveries 

with new friends. 

Energy-Efficient 

Hybrid Engines 

Reduce vibrations 

for a remarkably 

smooth ride with no 

motion sickness. 

7 Veranda Suites 

Feature 275 square feet on the 

Upper Deck, separate sleeping 

quarters with a French balcony and 

sitting room with a full veranda. 

Atrium 

Our soaring lobby, awash in 

light, where our Guest Services 

staff can help you customise 

your explorations ashore. 

39 Full-Size Veranda Staterooms 

22 Staterooms with French Balconies 

The largest deluxe staterooms 

afloat on Europe’s rivers. 

Library 

Read up on your next 

destination with our thoughtfully 

curated book collection. 

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Since their launch, the Viking Longships have received acclaim for their innovative design, outstanding 

quality and state-of-the-art engineering. These are the things that distinguish Viking from all other river 

cruise lines, and make Viking Longships the most admired and awarded in the world. Our river cruise 

fleet has grown to more than 60 ships, each an elegant hotel that is both stylish and comfortable. 

Viking Bar 

Enjoy a drink or coffee 

and settle in to see the 

beautiful scenery. 

Floor-to-Ceiling Windows 

Maximise natural light and 

create a light, airy ambience. 

Complimentary Wi-Fi 

Stay connected with the 

world around you. 

Sun Deck 

Relax outdoors, in the sunshine 

or under an umbrella, and watch 

the ever-changing panoramas. 

Aquavit Terrace ® 

Dine al fresco in a glorious 

outdoor seating area at the bow 

of the ship. 

The Restaurant 

Enjoy always available 

international classics, regional 

cuisine and personalised service 

in an elegant setting. 


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SERENE SCANDINAVIAN SPACES 

Every room is beautiful and functional, quiet and fi lled with light 

VIKING HAS FINE-TUNED THE ART OF EXPLORING THE WORLD in understated elegance. 

Our ships have been thoughtfully engineered by experienced nautical architects to help you connect 

with your destination in every way. Graceful rooms were designed for your comfort and serenity, and 

light-filled spaces inspire and refresh you throughout your journey. 

WE HAVE DESIGNED OUR SHIPS DOWN TO THE MOST MINUTE DETAIL—from the light and 

airy Atrium, our soaring lobby that rivals those of the finest hotels, to the quiet corner of the Library, 

a perfect place to read up on your next destination. In the sun-filled Viking Lounge, portions of the 

floor-to-ceiling windows roll away to bring fresh air in. Step over the threshold, and you will experience 

the Aquavit Terrace on the Viking Longship. This glorious outdoor seating area at the bow of the ship 

provides the most al fresco dining on Europe’s rivers. Have a casual meal here, meet friends for drinks 

and enjoy breathtaking views of Budapest’s Parliament building on the Danube or medieval hilltop 

castles along the Rhine. Or enjoy a multicourse meal in the Restaurant, our elegant dining venue with 

panoramic windows that welcome ever-changing views. 

On top of the ship, relax on the Sun Deck while you take in 360° views. Exercise en plein air on our walking 

track. And enjoy the fragrances of our onboard herb garden, harvested daily by our culinary staff. 

“Ships created at the highest standard… 

a new benchmark for comfort.” 

– Carolyn Spencer Brown, Editor in Chief, Cruise Critic 

X Atrium, Viking Longships 

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Did you 

KNOW? 

VIKING LONGSHIPS HAVE 

set the standard 

IN THE RIVER CRUISE 

INDUSTRY 


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AQUAVIT TERRACE ON THE 


Revolutionary in concept 

and design, the Aquavit Terrace 

is a glorious outdoor seating 

area at the bow of the ship. 

Dine, get to know new friends 

or simply watch Europe’s 

picturesque riverscapes unfold 

before you in this inviting and 

refreshing space that brings 

your destinations close enough 

to touch. 

X Aquavit Terrace 

AQUAVIT LOUNGE® ON THE 


Peaceful, serene and casual, the 

bright Aquavit Lounge is the 

perfect place to sip regional 

wine and read a book or watch 

the scenery pass by. Floor-toceiling 

windows slide open to 

the outdoor Aquavit Terrace, 

welcoming in the fresh air and 

bringing the river’s banks into 

sharper focus. 

X Aquavit Lounge 

X The Restaurant 


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X French Balcony Stateroom 

UNPARALLELED STATEROOM CHOICES 

The Viking patented design allows for more variety than other ships 

YOUR PRIVATE SANCTUARY ON THE RIVER. Our innovative thinking provides you with more choices 

and a more enriching overall experience than other ships. Each of our spacious staterooms offers 

deluxe comfort during your river cruise. Whichever stateroom you choose, your hotel-style bed topped 

with quality linens and duvets provides the perfect place to turn in after a full day of exploring Europe’s 

great towns and cities. And you will feel pampered by bathrooms equipped with heated floors and 

premium Freyja® bath products. 

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THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX 

A distinctive feature of our Viking Longships: true Suites and full-size Veranda Staterooms. 

OTHER RIVER CRUISE SHIPS 


Veranda Suite 

Because of an exclusive patented ship 

design,* our Viking Longships offer 

river cruising’s first-ever true Suite: 

two full-size rooms complete with a 

full-size veranda and French balcony. 

Additionally, our unique Veranda 

Staterooms feature full-size rooms 

with full-size verandas. This is just one 

more way our innovative thinking 

provides more choice and a better 

experience for our guests. 

2 Veranda Staterooms 

*Corridor configuration designs European Community Design #1832106-0001 to 1832106-0011. 

Full veranda 

French balcony 

STATEROOM FEATURES: 

• Outside staterooms with river view 

• All Upper & Middle Deck staterooms have a full 

veranda or French balcony (a floor-to-ceiling sliding 

glass door) 

• Hotel-style bed with optional twin-bed configuration 

• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) 

(A, B) 

(E, F) 

(C, D) 

(A, B) 

VERANDA 

205 SQ. FT. 

(C, D) 

FRENCH BALCONY 

135 SQ. FT. 

(E, F) 

STANDARD 

150 SQ. FT. 

• 40" or 42" flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment 

system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, 

CNN, FOX, National Geographic & more 

• Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual 

climate control 

• Voltage: 220V & 110V (US outlet), plus USB ports 

• Private bathroom with shower; heated floor & antifog 

mirror; premium Freyja bath products; robes & 

slippers (upon request) 

• Bottled water replenished daily 

• Laundry service 

All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships. 


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Did you 

KNOW? 

VIKING OFFERS 

true (two-room) 

SUITES 

X Explorer Suite 

VIKING SUITES 

The fi rst-ever true (two-room) suites on Europe’s river ships 

THE ULTIMATE IN LAVISH COMFORT. While other cruise lines call one large room a “suite,” Viking 

Longships offer river cruising’s first-ever true suites, each with TWO FULL-SIZE ROOMS. These 

outstanding spaces are the largest suites on Europe’s rivers and provide commanding views, 

making our innovative Viking Longships the most desirable way to see Europe’s great waterways. 

As you gaze upon sweeping river views from the privacy of your elegant suite, the charming windmills 

of The Netherlands, hillside castles of Germany or lush vineyards of Austria’s Wachau Valley seem close 

enough to touch. 

“The enormous Explorer Suite 

has all the perks of a luxury hotel room.” 

– Forbes 

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VIKING LONGSHIPS AMENITIES EXPLORER SUITE VERANDA SUITE 

Early check-in (no later than 12 PM) ✓ ✓ 

Complimentary Silver Spirits beverage package ✓ N/A 

Complimentary Business Class upgrade ✓ N/A 

Private airport transfers in Europe ✓ N/A 

Welcome champagne ✓ ✓ 

Complimentary laundry service ✓ ✓ 

Complimentary room service During breakfast N/A 

Mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks Replenished daily Replenished daily 

Daily fruit plate ✓ ✓ 

Premium Freyja toiletries; plush robes & slippers ✓ ✓ 

Binoculars ✓ ✓ 

Coffee brewer ✓ N/A 

Marius-weave blanket ✓ N/A 

Complimentary shoe shine service ✓ ✓ 

Wraparound veranda 

French balcony balcony 

OUR EXPLORER SUITE 

Enjoy 445 square feet of space, separate 

sleeping and sitting rooms and a wraparound 

balcony with astonishing 270° views. 

Full Full veranda veranda 

French French balcony balcony 

OUR VERANDA SUITE 

Features 275 square feet, a French balcony in 

the sleeping quarters and a full-size veranda 

in the separate sitting room. 


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Did you 

KNOW? 

VIKING HAS THE MOST 

al fresco dining 

ON EUROPE'S RIVERS 

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DESTINATION−FOCUSSED DINING 

The most al fresco dining on the rivers, 

featuring regional cuisine and always available classics 

WITH VIKING, CUISINE AND WINE ARE PART OF THE JOURNEY. Both engage your senses 

and open a window to the traditions and essence of a place. Our highly trained chefs are passionate 

about food and committed to providing an enriching culinary experience, whether you are savouring 

local specialities or international classics. And our ships’ dining areas are the ideal setting for hospitable, 

attentive and personal service. 

Much of the joy of travel lies in sampling the fresh fare and regional cuisine that bring your destination 

to life. Locally sourced ingredients—like Provençal lemons, Hungarian paprika and rosemary from the 

onboard herb garden—inspire our chefs to create authentic regional dishes. Our extensive wine list 

enhances your meal and features a vintage created by our own vintner. 

Our signature “Taste of…” events introduce you to the food and drink of the region. The “Taste 

of Germany,” for instance, features pretzels and sweet mustard, bratwurst and Kölsch. It is the 

perfect opportunity to mingle with fellow guests and sample the flavours of local culture. 

IMPECCABLE SERVICE AMID CASUAL ELEGANCE. Indulge in attentive table service in the 

elegant Restaurant as you sail into your next port. Greet the morning with a sumptuous buffet. 

Enjoy a savoury soup and a light salad midday. Come evening, settle in for a relaxed, multicourse 

fine-dining experience. Open seating allows you to dine with the same guests or meet someone 

new each day. If you wish, enjoy a more casual meal, from a breakfast croissant to lighter evening fare, 

on the Sun Deck or Aquavit Terrace, our al fresco dining area at the bow of the ship. 

X Inspiring cuisine 


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AWARD-WINNING SERVICE 

Genuine warmth and thoughtful attention 

EMPLOYER OF CHOICE 

Our knowledgeable, experienced Swiss 

management oversees your entire onboard 

experience and handpicks each member of 

our onboard team. Rigorous training and 

inspiring leadership make Viking the employer 

of choice, which allows us to select the very 

best people to care for you, from stateroom 

stewards to the Captain. 

PERSONALISED ATTENTION 

Can a reservations agent make booking 

your journey a pleasure? Will a waiter learn 

your favourite wine? Is it possible for members 

of your ship’s staff to feel like close friends? 

Yes, if those individuals work for Viking. When 

you have the best people, you have the best 

service — and Viking has both. Our Englishspeaking 

international staff is trained to the 

highest standards. These loyal members of the 

Viking family, 90% of whom return year after 

year, ensure you the same Viking quality cruise 

after cruise. 

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ONBOARD ENRICHMENT 

Bringing culture and history to life 

We are pleased to bring you a curated onboard experience to complement your time ashore. 

• Guest lecturers expertly shed light on 

your destination’s art, architecture, music, 

geopolitics, natural world and more. 

• Destination Performances represent the 

most iconic cultural performing arts of the 

region — whether it be Portuguese fado, 

Viennese opera or world-renowned Mariinsky 

Theatre performers from St. Petersburg. 

• Port talks provide an overview of your 

next day’s port of call through informative 

multimedia presentations. 

• Craft demonstrations reveal the centuries-old 

traditions of local artisans, from glassblowing 

and lace making to silk screen printing and 

wooden shoemaking. 

• Wine tastings introduce you to a wide selection 

of regional wines or vintages crafted by our 

own Viking vintner. 

• Classical and regional musicians, from local 

ensembles to acclaimed choirs, perform 

well-known and lesser-known melodies. 

• Cooking demonstrations present recipes of 

regional treats and drinks — Austrian apple 

strudel, Rüdesheim Coffee and more — so 

you can take the flavours of your destinations 

home with you. 

X Learn how to make Austrian apple strudel 


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Did you 

KNOW? 

VIKING INCLUDES 

an excursion 

IN EVERY PORT 

X Karine Hagen in St. Petersburg 

ONSHORE EXPERIENCES 

With an included excursion in every port, plus The Viking Way of exploration 

OUR INCLUDED SHORE EXCURSIONS provide an overview of must-see cultural and historic highlights, 

with some delightful surprises. These expertly guided tours bring you closer to the art, architecture, 

history and people that define your destination. Should you want to explore more, our wide selection of 

CAREFULLY CURATED OPTIONAL TOURS helps you delve more deeply into local culture and view your 

destination from a new perspective. 

THE VIKING WAY OF EXPLORATION offers behind-the-scenes insights and opportunities that set us 

apart from other travel companies. While we feature the expected and iconic — such as visits to renowned 

museums and notable landmarks — we also work hard to offer our guests LOCAL LIFE, WORKING 

WORLD and optional PRIVILEGED ACCESS® experiences, opening doors to places otherwise difficult 

to visit. 

Karine Hagen has travelled the globe to develop these Viking Way experiences, and has captured some 

of them in a series of inspiring Destination Insights videos. Before you go anywhere, we invite you to go 

online and join Karine at vikingcruises.co.uk. 

VIEW OUR VIDEO LIBRARY AT VIKINGCRUISES.CO.UK 

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DESTINATION INSIGHTS VIDEOS 

Bringing life to The Viking Way of exploration 

LOCAL LIFE WORKING WORLD PRIVILEGED ACCESS 

Home-Hosted Visits 

Join Karine for a home visit 

with the wonderful babushka 

Nadya and her family in Uglich, 

a quaint town along Russia’s 

Volga River. 

Cooking with Karine: 

Bread in Portugal 

In Portugal, Karine meets 

Dona Manuela, whose family 

has been making their famous 

bread for centuries. Simple 

ingredients with delicious results. 

Highclere Castle 

Meet the Earl and Countess 

of Carnarvon, the setting of the 

television series Downton Abbey, 

and learn the fascinating real 

history of one of the world’s most 

famous houses. 

Viking Cruises School 

Encounter gentle, optimistic 

spirits and focused young minds 

as you spend a day with the 

students at one of our Vikingsponsored 

elementary schools 

in China. 

Camus Cognac 

Meet the man who leads the 

house of Camus. Discover the 

story behind the famous brand’s 

logo and learn more about the 

family philosophy that has guided 

the company for five generations. 

Lobkowicz Palace 

Prince William Lobkowicz 

opens his home to Viking guests. 

This palace is a hidden gem 

among Prague’s royal residences 

and features original Beethoven 

manuscripts and priceless art. 

Karine Hagen is Executive Vice President of Viking. At home in Norway, Russia, 

America and England, Karine loves sharing her worlds and insights with Viking 

guests. She is responsible for infusing our itineraries with The Viking Way, giving us 

all the opportunity to have these extraordinary experiences. 


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X Les Arènes, Arles, France 

VIKING INCLUSIVE VALUE 

We off er the best experience, with all you need included 

plus the ability to customise 

With Viking, we make sure that there are no surprises or hidden fees. The price you pay covers 

just about everything—port charges, free Wi-Fi, meals, lectures, activities and shore excursions— 

plus hotel accommodations on cruise-and-stay journeys. Although you can never put a price on 

hospitality, all of your included amenities and features have an added value. That is what we call 

Viking Inclusive Value. 

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WE INCLUDE MORE FEATURES & SERVICES THAN OTHERS: 

✓ Return scheduled flights from London and up to 14 regional airports 

✓ One complimentary shore excursion in almost every port of call 

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✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) 

Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites 

Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances 

Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner 

24-hour speciality coffees, teas & bottled water 

Port taxes & fees 

Ground transfers 

Onboard gratuities 

Viking is a member of ABTA and is ATOL licensed 

VIKING EXPLORER SOCIETY MEMBERSHIP. 

Once you have returned from your first Viking cruise, you will 

automatically be invited to join the Viking Explorer Society which 

entitles you to an extra £100pp discount on all future cruises. 

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As a member of ABTA, Viking is a fully bonded and licensed tour 

operator. All the flights and flight-inclusive holidays in this brochure 

are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. When you pay you 

will be supplied with an ATOL Certificate. Please ask for it and check 

to ensure that everything you booked (flights, hotels and other 

services) is listed on it. Please see our booking conditions for further 

information, or for more information about financial protection and 

the ATOL Certificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificate 


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Douro’s Valleys & Vineyards 

Explore one of Iberia’s oldest university town in Salamanca, Spain. Wander the terraced 

neighbourhoods and port warehouses of Porto. Enjoy traditional cuisine, wine and fado singing. 

Cruise the breathtaking Douro River Valley, the world’s oldest demarcated wine region and a 

UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our eight-day cruise showcases it all. 

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Santiago de Compostela 

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Cruise 

Motor coach 

Atlantic 

Ocean 

Braga 

Porto 

Régua 

Lamego 

DOURO RIVER 

Barca d’Alva 

Vega de Terrón 

Salamanca 

Pinhão 

SPAIN 

Madrid 

PORTUGAL 

Porto roundtrip X 8-day cruise with 6 guided tours in 2 countries from £1,895pp per person 

X Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon 

2020 Douro’s Valleys & Vineyards 

DAY DESTINATION ACTIVITIES 

1 Porto Upon arrival in Porto, proceed to the dock at Vila 

Nova de Gaia to board your ship; relax and get 

settled in your stateroom before dinner is served 

2 Porto Tour of city centre, a UNESCO Site; afternoon free time 

3 Régua Excursion to Vila Real; guided tour of Mateus Palace & 

Gardens or optional The Art of Port Blending excursion 

Pinhão Evening at leisure 

4 Douro River Scenic morning cruising 

Barca d’Alva Castelo Rodrigo excursion 

5 Barca d’Alva Full-day excursion to Salamanca, a UNESCO Site; 

visit a local market & sample regional fare 

6 Douro River Scenic cruising 

Pinhão Lunch & wine tasting at Quinta da Avessada; 

visit to a traditional bakery & guided museum tour; 

optional Douro, Land of Olive Oil tour 

Régua Evening at leisure or onboard Portuguese folkloric 

music show 

7 Régua Excursion to Lamego featuring the Sanctuary of 

Our Lady of Remedies 

Porto Evening at leisure 

8 Porto We take you from your ship to Porto airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey on the Road to Santiago. 

Some departures are in the reverse direction; ask for details. 

ALL THIS IS INCLUDED: 

• Return scheduled flights from London, 

Birmingham, Manchester or Edinburgh 

• 8-day cruise with river-view stateroom 

• One complimentary shore excursion 

in almost every port of call 

• All onboard meals including regional 

specialities 

• Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard 

lunch & dinner 

• Visit 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites 

• Culture Curriculum®: Sample some 

local port wines; enjoy a folkloric music 

performance; learn about wine-making 

traditions & Portuguese history; attend 

a fado show 


• Port taxes & fees 

• Onboard gratuities 

For a full list of included features and 

amenities, visit our website. 

SAMPLE OPTIONAL TOURS 

• The Art of Port Blending Visit a local 

quinta, immerse yourself in the world 

of port wine & discover the secrets of a 

perfect blend 

• Douro, Land of Olive Oil Journey to 

the renowned Alto Douro & discover 

the unique taste of Portuguese olive oil 

For details on all of our optional tours, 

visit our website. 

X Sunset in Porto 

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Douro’s Valleys & Vineyards: Your Journey 

PORTO ROUNDTRIP X 8 Days 

Discover Portugal’s true beauty and rich past as you sail through an ancient land of tiny villages 

clustered around historic churches, monasteries and castles. Discover baroque palaces and 

resplendent manor houses. Admire tranquil landscapes and rabelos (flat-bottomed boats) heavily 

laden with casks of port wine, and explore Spain’s magnificent city of Salamanca. 

X Porto at night 

DAY 1 Porto 

Upon arrival in Porto, proceed 

to the dock at Vila Nova de Gaia 

to board your ship. Then, after 

boarding, you can relax and get 

settled in your stateroom before 

a welcome cocktail and dinner is 

served. (D) 

DAY 2 Porto 

After breakfast, take a city tour 

of Porto, a charming riverside 

community whose historic centre 

is a UNESCO World Heritage 

Site. Admire its graceful bridges, 

baroque cathedrals and romantic 

16th- through 19th-century 

buildings nestled together on 

narrow cobblestone streets. Enjoy 

your evening at leisure in Porto, 

where your ship remains docked 

overnight. (B, L, D) 

DAY 3 Régua and Pinhão 

Enjoy a morning of scenic 

cruising to Régua. After lunch, 

your included tour takes you to 

Vila Real and Mateus Palace, the 

building that’s depicted on the 

Mateus Rose wine label. In the 

afternoon, visit a wine estate where 

you can tour the cellars, learn 

how Portuguese wines are crafted, 

and enjoy tasting some different 

varieties. Rejoin your ship in 

Pinhão, which sits on an especially 

lovely bend in the river. (B, L, D) 

X Sample locally produced port 

DAY 4 Douro River and 

Barca D’Alva 

The morning brings more 

picturesque sailing along the 

river, as you relax and soak up 

the tranquillity and panoramic 

views. Close to the Spanish border, 

Barca d’Alva is surrounded by 

mountains, and from here you can 

enjoy an included drive through 

breathtaking countryside to hilltop 

Castelo Rodrigo, a small medieval 

fortress town named after its castle. 

(B, L, D) 

X Salamanca Cathedral 

DAY 5 Salamanca and 

Vega de Terrón 

Your day’s excursion to Spain’s 

UNESCO-listed city of Salamanca 

includes a tour of the 13th-century 

Salamanca University and 

the medieval House of Shells, 

decorated with more than 300 

carved shells. You’ll also visit the 

500-year-old New Cathedral, a 

Gothic-baroque masterpiece and 

enjoy free time to explore. Lunch is 

served in a local restaurant. (B, D) 


DID YOU KNOW? 

A Tile’s Tale 

Everywhere you look—from churches and palaces to train stations and park benches—Portugal is 

decorated with azulejos. Tin-glazed ceramic tiles, the azulejos are used on floors, walls and ceilings 

as a decorative element as well as a functional one. Originating from Moorish traditions, the tiles are 

arranged in geometric patterns. In the late 17th century, Delft influenced a change to the blue and 

white portrayal of scenes from Portuguese history and culture.

X Mateus Palace 

DAY 6 Douro River and Pinhão 

Your morning sailing through this 

timeless scenery takes you back to 

Pinhão. From here, enjoy a drive 

through the countryside to the 

charming village of Favaios and 

learn about local breadmaking in 

one of Portugal’s last traditional 

bakeries. Enjoy lunch at Quinta 

da Avessada, a picturesque winery 

in the heart of the Douro Wine 

District. (B, L, D) 

DAY 7 Régua and Porto 

Sail to Régua for a visit to Lamego, 

a town famous for its baroque 

church, Sanctuary of Our Lady 

of Remedies. You can also see 

Lamego’s Gothic cathedral and the 

ruins of its 12th-century castle. 

The afternoon brings more scenic 

sailing to Porto, where your ship is 

docked overnight, so you can enjoy 

an evening stroll or an after-dinner 

drink ashore. (B, L, D) 

DAY 8 Porto 

After breakfast, disembark for 

your return home. (B) 

The following meals are included: 

B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner 

Port sequence, places visited, tours and times 

may vary or be different from those shown 

above. 

X Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies 

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PRE & POST PACKAGES 

Road to Santiago 

2 NIGHTS—FROM £449 PER PERSON 

Travel along the scenic coast of Portugal into Spain, with a 

stop in Braga along the way, and discover the Galician capital 

of Santiago de Compostela, whose unforgettable Old Town 

is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Two nights in the Hotel 

Santiago de Compostela (or similar), daily breakfasts, a guided 

walking tour of the city and all transfers between your hotel 

and ship are included in this fully escorted programme. 


Douro’s Valleys and Vineyards PORTO ROUNDTRIP X 8 Days / 6 Guided Tours / 2 Countries 

2020 CRUISE 

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Douro’s Valleys and Vineyards – Viking Helgrim 

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French 

Balcony 

(D) 

French 

Balcony 

(C) 

Veranda 

(B) 

Veranda 

(A) 

Veranda 

Suite 

(AB) 

Veranda 

Suite 

(AA) 

April 13, 20 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

July 6, 13, 20, 27 

August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

September 7, 14, 21, 28 

October 12 

October 19, 26 

November 2 

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on page 120. 

See pages 128-135 for terms and conditions. Prices per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplements: E 50%, F, D-AA 100%. Flight upgrades from 

£350pp, subject to availability. 


Rhine Getaway 

Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers, the Rhine. A vital link connecting Southern and 

Northern Europe for millennia, the history of Western Europe is seen and felt along this storied 

waterway. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns 

and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sip the region’s 

renowned white wines, the roots of its ancient, terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. 

Savour the various culinary traditions of Alsace. From Basel and Cologne to Amsterdam, this 

eight-day journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture. 


N 

Cruise 

North 

Sea 

Amsterdam 

THE 

NETHERLANDS 

Bruges 

Cologne 

BELGIUM 

FRANCE 

Kinderdijk 

MOSELLE 

RHINE 

Koblenz 

Speyer 

Strasbourg 

Rüdesheim 

RHINE 

Breisach 

Basel 

Lucerne 

SWITZERLAND 

GERMANY 

ITALY 

Lake Como 

Basel to Amsterdam X 8-day cruise with 6 guided tours in 4 countries from £1,495 per person 

X Marksburg Castle 

2020 Rhine Getaway 


1 Basel We meet you at Basel airport & take you to your 

ship; free time 

2 Breisach Black Forest scenery tour with clock-making 

demonstration; afternoon at leisure 

3 Strasbourg Walking tour featuring Strasbourg Cathedral; 

free time 

4 Speyer Walking tour featuring Speyer Cathedral, a 

UNESCO Site; free time 

Rüdesheim Evening at leisure to stroll the Drosselgasse, 

perhaps sample local wines or optional Dine in 

Rüdesheim am Rhein tour 

5 Rhine River Cruise the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site 

Koblenz Ehrenbreitstein Fortress excursion & evening at leisure 

6 Cologne Walking tour & Gothic cathedral visit; free time 

or optional Brühl UNESCO Palaces tour 

7 Kinderdijk Tour Kinderdijk windmills, a UNESCO Site; free time 

8 Amsterdam We take you from your ship to Amsterdam airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

X Explore charming Strasbourg 

Extend your journey in Basel, Lucerne or Amsterdam. 



• Return scheduled flights from London 

and up to 14 regional airports 




• All onboard meals including 

regional specialities 

• Beer, wine & soft drinks with 

onboard lunch & dinner 


• Culture Curriculum: Destination 

Performances & concerts; attend lectures 

on Germany’s current affairs & Rhine 

River cruising; observe a traditional 

glassblower; learn how to make Alsatian 

flammkuchen 







• Brühl UNESCO Palaces Peer into the life 

of royalty at Augustusburg Castle, an 

estate built for the prince-archbishops of 

Cologne 

• Dine in Rüdesheim am Rhein Stroll 

the Drosselgasse & sample the bounty 

of Germany’s Rheingau region during 

dinner at Rüdesheimer Schloss 




Rhine Getaway: Your Journey 

BASEL TO AMSTERDAM X 8 Days 

Fairy-tale castles, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery—the Rhine 

is truly a legendary river. From Basel to the Black Forest and Cologne to Kinderdijk, this enchanting 

8-day journey takes you along one of Europe’s most scenic rivers. 

DAY 1 Basel 

Arrive in Basel to embark your 

ship. The afternoon is yours to 

explore the city on your own. (D) 

DAY 2 Breisach 

This morning, arrive in Breisach, 

gateway to the Black Forest. 

Take a scenic excursion through 

the area’s renowned mountain 

landscape, rolling meadows and 

dense forests. Once there, visit a 

local workshop and see a cuckoo 

clock-making demonstration. 

Return to Breisach for some free 

time. Dine on board and then 

cruise through the night toward 

Strasbourg. (B, L, D) 

X Handcrafted cuckoo clock 

DAY 3 Strasbourg 

Dock this morning in Kehl and 

disembark for a guided tour of 

Strasbourg. See the European 

Parliament and tour the interior 

of the city’s famed cathedral. The 

afternoon is free to further explore 

this Alsatian city’s blend of French 

and German cultures—exquisite 

churches, medieval covered bridges, 

beautiful parks and some lovely 

art nouveau and modernist 

architecture. Return to your ship for 

dinner and an evening departure. 

(B, L, D) 

DAY 4 Speyer & Rüdesheim 

Today you will tour Speyer, a 

quiet German town set on the 

Rhine’s west bank. A highlight of 

your guided walk is visiting the 

stunning Romanesque imperial 

cathedral, a UNESCO Site and 

burial place of eight emperors. 

Pass the Jewish courtyard and the 

Altpörtel, or Old Gate. During 

free time, you can stroll the city’s 

charming shop-lined main street. 

X Explore Koblenz 

After scenic afternoon cruising, 

arrive in Rüdesheim. Spend 

free time in the pedestrian-only 

Drosselgasse and sample a glass 

of locally produced wine at one 

of the restaurants or wine bars. 

Or, join an optional Dine in 

Rüdesheim am Rhein tour. Dine 

on board or spend more time 

exploring in town as we remain 

docked overnight. (B, L, D) 

DAY 5 Koblenz 

This morning, sail along the 

scenic Middle Rhine, a UNESCO 

Site, where castles overlook the 

river from their hilltop locations. 

Arrive in Koblenz this afternoon 

and disembark for a tour of 

Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Return 

to your ship for lunch. Later, 

you have free time to enjoy this 

charming town that sits at the 

confluence of the Rhine and 

Moselle Rivers. (B, L, D) 


DID YOU KNOW? 

Medieval Tollbooths 

The castles along the Rhine Valley were originally constructed as fortified residences to protect the land 

from marauders — but castle owners also utilised their strategically advantageous positions to impose 

tolls on passing merchants. This may explain why you will see so many castles while cruising the 35-mile 

stretch of the Rhine between Mainz and Bonn, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 


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DAY 6 Cologne 

Arrive in Cologne and disembark 

for a walking tour. Stroll through 

Old Town past St. Martin’s Church 

and spend some time inside 

Cologne’s Dom, a remarkable Gothic 

cathedral whose construction was 

begun in 1248 and only completed 

in 1880. Explore the dockside 

taverns, cafés and shops on your 

own. Consider an optional Brühl 

UNESCO Palaces tour. Evening at 

leisure. (B, L, D) 

DAY 7 Kinderdijk 

As you sail along the Rhine this 

morning, relax and take in the 

scenic views. This afternoon, arrive 

in Kinderdijk, a UNESCO Site, 

for a tour of this ingenious network 

of windmills and other flood 

management devices. Learn why 

the windmills were built and 

see how they work, plus enter 

a working windmill to see its 

mechanisms and living quarters. 

Return on board for dinner and 

cruise on to Amsterdam. 

(B, L, D) 

X Stroll along Amsterdam’s canals 

DAY 8 Amsterdam 





This itinerary is also available in the reverse 

direction. Port sequence, places visited, tours 

and times may vary or be different from those 

shown above. 

X Admire the details of the Cologne Cathedral 

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Basel 


See the city’s architectural landmarks and experience its 

international flair. A cultural centre, Basel is filled with worldclass 

museums including the Kunstmuseum. Two nights at the 

Swissôtel Le Plaza (or similar), daily breakfasts, walking tour and 

hotel/ship transfers are included along with the services 

of a dedicated Viking host. 

Lucerne 


Explore this traditional Swiss town along the banks 

of Lake Lucerne with its dramatic Alpine backdrop. 

See the 14th-century Chapel Bridge, baroque 

churches and medieval Old Town. Encounter local 

culture in the cafés and shops, or travel to the 

summit of Mt. Titlis for extraordinary views. 

Amsterdam 


Visit world-renowned museums including the Van 

Gogh Museum or Rijksmuseum featuring works by 

the Dutch Masters. Two nights at the Mövenpick 

Hotel (or similar), daily breakfasts, walking tour 

and hotel/ship transfers are included along with 

the services of a dedicated Viking host. 

Ask about our Premium Plus Hotel experience. 


Rhine Getaway BASEL TO AMSTERDAM X 8 Days / 6 Guided Tours / 4 Countries 



SAVE 

£1,000pp 

Rhine Getaway – The Viking Longships 



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March 28, 31 

April 4, 7, 11 

April 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 

May 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23, 26, 30 

June 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30 

July 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 

August 1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22, 25, 29 

September 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29 

October 3, 6 

October 10, 13, 17 

October 20, 24, 27, 31 

November 3, 7, 10, 14, 17 

November 21, 24 

November 28 

December 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19 

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plans on pages 118-119. 

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Danube Waltz 

Soak up the water’s healing qualities at a Budapest thermal bath. Savour the flavours of 

Austro-Hungarian cuisine in Budapest and Vienna, and on your ship. Explore lesser-known 

Central European cities like Bratislava and Český Krumlov. Waltz your way through a class 

with a professional instructor in a tradition-steeped Viennese dancing school. Experience the 

magnificent Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, from the best perspective: your 

Viking ship. This extraordinary eight-day itinerary reveals the highlights of Budapest, Bratislava, 

Vienna and Passau, while allowing ample time to cruise through the most spectacular scenery. 


Prague 

CZECH REPUBLIC 

Český Krumlov 

GERMANY 

Munich 

Cruise 

N 

DANUBE 

Passau 

Linz 

Salzburg 

AUSTRIA 

Krems 

Vienna 

SLOVAKIA 

Bratislava 

DANUBE 

HUNGARY 

Budapest 

Budapest to Passau X 8-day cruise with 6 guided tours in 5 countries from £1,195 per person 

X Fishermen’s Bastion, Budapest 

2020 Danube Waltz 


1 Budapest We meet you at Budapest airport & take you to 

your ship; free time 

2 Budapest City tour of “Buda” & “Pest” including the Castle 

District, a UNESCO Site; afternoon at leisure 

3 Bratislava City tour through Slovakia’s capital; free time 

4 Vienna Panoramic city tour featuring the Ringstrasse; free 

time; optional Mozart & Strauss Concert 

5 Krems Göttweig Abbey tour with grand staircase & church 

Danube River Cruise the Wachau Valley, a UNESCO Site 

6 Linz Full-day excursion to Český Krumlov, a UNESCO Site 

7 Passau Walking tour, organ concert & free time; 

optional Bavarian Farm & Countryside tour 

8 Passau We take you from your ship to Munich airport 

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Extend your journey in Budapest, Prague or Munich 

& Salzburg. 














Performances & concerts; attend 

lectures on Mozart & Viennese 

coffeehouses; learn some basics of the 

German language; learn how to make 

apple strudel 







• Mozart & Strauss Concert Enjoy 

classical performances by the Vienna 

Residence Orchestra 

• Bavarian Farm & Countryside Meet 

local farmers, tour their farms & sample 

some of the fresh-made products 



X Visit beautiful Budapest 


Danube Waltz: Your Journey 

BUDAPEST TO PASSAU X 8 Days 

Sail the beautiful Danube and discover the celebrated landscapes, cities and towns of five of Europe’s 

most enchanting countries. This extraordinary 8-day itinerary shows you the highlights of Budapest, 

Bratislava, Vienna, Český Krumlov and Passau, and still allows plenty of time to cruise through the 

spectacular Wachau Valley. 

DAY 1 Budapest 

Welcome to Budapest, Hungary’s 

capital divided by the Danube 

River, and embark your ship. After 

boarding, you have free time to 

explore on your own. (D) 


Today we visit highlights of the 

once separate towns of Buda and 

Pest, starting with Pest’s National 

Opera House and historic Heroes’ 

Square. In Buda, walk along Castle 

Hill to Fishermen’s Bastion and 

Matthias Church. Enjoy lunch on 

board your ship, with the rest of 

the day to explore on your own. 

Return to your ship for dinner and 

an evening departure. (B, L, D) 

DAY 3 Bratislava 

Arrive in Bratislava this 

afternoon and embark on a 

tour of Slovakia’s charming 

capital, showcasing its long 

and fascinating history. See 

attractions like the medieval 

Town Hall complex and 

fortifications at Michael’s Tower, 

the baroque Jesuit Church and 

Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral, 

and pass by several Hapsburg-era 

baroque palaces before returning 

to your ship. (B, L, D) 

X See Bratislava Castle 

DAY 4 Vienna 

Today we tour the Austrian 

capital of Vienna. Ride along 

the Ringstrasse, which replaced 

the city walls in the mid-19th 

century. See some of the city’s 

baroque architecture, including 

the world-famous Opera House, 

St. Stephen’s Cathedral and 

Hofburg Palace. After lunch on 

board, the rest of the day is yours 

to further explore. Consider 

attending an optional Mozart & 

Strauss Concert. (B, L, D) 

DAY 5 Krems 

After breakfast, explore the timehonored 

town of Krems. Tour 

Göttweig, a working Benedictine 

abbey that owns many of the 

vineyards along the Danube. 

See the expansive ceiling fresco 

in the imperial stairwell. Visit the 

church, a masterpiece of baroque 

architecture. Rejoin your ship 

and cruise leisurely through the 

Wachau Valley, a UNESCO Site. 

(B, L, D) 

X Tour Göttweig Abbey in Krems 


DID YOU KNOW? 

Göttweig Abbey: A Cultural Sanctuary 

Göttweig Abbey in Krems has no shortage of splendour. A breathtaking ceiling fresco by Austrian 

artist Paul Troger towers above the Imperial Wing’s grand staircase and the library is filled with 130,000 

volumes. In addition to the impressive collection of books and manuscripts, the abbey houses a number 

of antiques and rare coins. The abbey’s graphic art collection — composed of French, Dutch and English 

masterpieces — includes more than 30,000 engravings, making it the largest private graphic art holding 

in Austria. 


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DAY 6 Linz & Česky’ Krumlov 

Arrive in Linz this morning and 

set off on a full-day excursion 

to the beautiful Bohemian town 

of Český Krumlov, a UNESCO 

Site. Ride through the scenic 

Czech countryside and take a 

walking tour featuring the lovely 

historic centre of the city with 

many baroque and Renaissance 

buildings. You have free time to 

enjoy its charming streets, filled 

with cafés, shops, galleries and 

pubs. Return on board for dinner 

and a late-evening departure. 

(B, D) 

DAY 7 Passau 

Today, take a guided walking tour 

of this elegant town, called the 

Dreiflüssestadt (“City on Three 

Rivers”), situated at the confluence 

of the Danube, Ilz and Inn Rivers. 

X Visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Passau 

See the New Bishop’s Residence 

and visit the impressive baroque 

St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Inside, 

you are treated to a special concert 

played on the 17,000-pipe organ*, 

considered Europe’s largest church 

organ. You have a free afternoon or 

you can join an optional Bavarian 

Farm & Countryside excursion. 

* Passau organ concert is only available 

May 1 – October 31 and is closed on Sundays 

and bank holidays. 

DAY 8 Passau 








shown above. 

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Munich & Salzburg 

4 NIGHTS—FROM £1,299 PER PERSON 

Explore Munich’s grand palaces and sprawling main square. Admire 

Salzburg’s alpine surroundings and architectural gems. Two nights 

each at Munich’s Westin Grand Hotel and Salzburg’s Radisson Blu 

Alstadt (or similar), daily breakfasts, four guided tours and hotel/ 

ship transfers are included in this fully escorted programme. 

Prague 


Tour Hradčany Castle, visit Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral 

and stroll along Charles Bridge. Take an optional tour 

with Privileged Access to Lobkowicz Palace. Three 

nights at the Corinthia Hotel Prague (or similar), 

daily breakfasts, panoramic city tour and hotel/ship 

transfers are included along with the services of a 

dedicated Viking host. Ask about our Premium Plus Hotel experience. 

Budapest 


Explore the Hungarian capital, a UNESCO Site, with 

its elegant boulevards and outstanding museums. 

Discover the hidden medieval courtyards of the 

Castle District and taste Hungarian cuisine. Two 

nights at the Hilton Budapest (or similar), daily 

breakfasts and hotel/ship transfers are included 

along with the services of a dedicated Viking host. 


Danube Waltz BUDAPEST TO PASSAU X 8 Days / 6 Guided Tours / 5 Countries 



SAVE 

£1,000pp 

Danube Waltz – Viking Legend and Viking Prestige 



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April 5 

April 12, 19, 26 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

June 7, 14, 21, 28 

July 5, 12, 19, 26 

August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

September 6, 13, 20, 27 

October 4, 11 


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A Tale of Three Rivers 

Sail Europe’s most iconic rivers: the Moselle with its steep vineyards; the castle-studded Rhine; 

and the Main, lined with quaint villages. Taste legendary Moselle Rieslings. Survey the Rhine 

from 900-year-old Marksburg Castle. Savour hearty German cuisine. With bookends in Trier and 

Bamberg, this eight-day journey celebrates the diverse landscapes of three of Europe’s most 

beloved rivers. 


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RHINE 

Winningen 

Cochem 

Rüdesheim MAIN Bamberg 

Trier 

MOSELLE 

Bernkastel 

Würzburg 

Heidelberg Rothenburg 

MAIN–DANUBE 

CANAL 

Trier to Bamberg X 8-day cruise with 6 guided tours from £1,595 per person 

X Würzburg 

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DAY DESTINATION 

X Cochem Castle, Germany 

ACTIVITIES 

1 Trier We meet you at Luxemburg airport & take you to 

your hotel; free time 

2 Trier Morning tour of city; scenic cruising along the 

Moselle in the afternoon; optional Bernkastel-Kues 

Wine Tasting 

3 Cochem Walking city tour featuring Reichsburg Castle & 

St. Martin’s Church; local vineyard tour and tasting 

4 Koblenz Tour of Marksburg Castle; scenic cruising through 

the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO Site 

5 Heidelberg Full-day excursion featuring Heidelberg Castle & 

walking tour of Old Town; lunch with university 

students 

6 Würzburg Tour Würzburg Bishops’ Residenz, a UNESCO Site; 

Old Town walking tour 

7 Bamberg Scenic cruising along the Main River; walking tour 

of Bamberg’s Old Town, a UNESCO Site 

8 Bamberg We take you from your ship to Frankfurt airport 













• Culture Curriculum: Enjoy a folkloric 

performance; attend lectures on the 

European Union & the Main River; learn 

how to make you own German Bread 

pudding & Rüdesheim Coffee; get to 

know a local glassblower and his craft 







• Hike the Würzburg Hills Climb the 

Würzburg Hills to Marienberg Fortress, 

rising above the Main River, for 

impressive city views 

• Franconian Countryside Witness the 

breathtaking architecture of German 

Franconia and sample beer from one of 

its 300 breweries 




A few highlights of your journey 

Magnificent Marksburg 

The best-preserved castle on 

the Rhine, Marksburg boasts 

a 700-year-old history and 

spectacular views to match. The 

reason that the fortress has seen 

centuries of change and turmoil 

without being destroyed is its 

location. Marksburg sits atop a 

steep, isolated hill on a bend in the 

river. In the past, the formidable 

terrain discouraged enemies, so it 

escaped attack. Thankfully today it 

welcomes Viking guests through its 

historic and atmospheric rooms. 

X Marksburg Castle 

X Bamberg 

Beautiful Bamberg 

One of the loveliest of German 

towns, Bamberg is magnificently 

sited on seven hills and is bisected 

by rivers and canals, with an 

atmospheric maze of crooked lanes, 

medieval buildings and a skyline 

punctured by church steeples. Its 

history-steeped centre is home 

to a magnificent 11th century 

Cathedral and everywhere you 

go is filled with romantic charm. 

Bamberg is a UNESCO-listed 

history lesson that was built by 

archbishops, earning it the title 

of ‘Franconian Rome’. A tour 

of the city also takes you to the 

picturesque City Hall built on a 

tiny island in the middle of the 

Regnitz River near its confluence 

with the Main. Bamberg is also 

justly famous for its beer; available 

in its many brewpubs. Be sure to 

take some time to sample the local 

Rauchbier, a smoky beer with a 

centuries-old tradition. 

Wander around Heidelberg 

Enjoy a wonderful walk around 

one of Germany’s oldest and 

unashamedly romantic cities. 

Famous for its historic university 

(Germany’s answer to Oxbridge), 

Heidelberg boasts many other 

obvious attractions, such as its 

beautiful baroque old town and 

the magical, partly ruined, picturebook 

castle Schloss that overlooks 

it. With a history as dramatic and 

romantic as its Gothic-Renaissance 

looks – one of Palantine princes, 

stampeding Swedes, Protestant 

reformers, raging fires and lightning 

bolts – it’s little wonder that the 

Schloss inspired artists and writers 

alike during the late 18th and early 

19th centuries, from the American 

author Mark Twain to the British 

painter, William Turner. 

X Heidelberg 


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Amsterdam roundtrip X 10-day cruise with 8 guided tours in 2 countries from £2,295 per person 

X Visit Kinderdijk’s working windmills 

2020 Tulips & Windmills 


1 Amsterdam We meet you at Amsterdam airport & take you to 


2 Amsterdam Canal cruise via glass-topped boat; free time 

3 Ijsselmeer Scenic cruising along The Netherland’s waterways 

Hoorn Guided walk featuring cheese warehouses & the 

main square 

4 Arnhem Operation Market Garden tour; afternoon at leisure 

or optional Netherlands Open Air Museum tour 

5 Kinderdijk Tour Kinderdijk windmills, a UNESCO Site 

6 Antwerp Guided walk including Cathedral of Our Lady 

& Steen Castle; afternoon free time or optional 

Delicious Antwerp excursion 

7 Ghent Excursion to Bruges, a UNESCO Site, including 

guided walk with Church of Our Lady & Béguinage 

8 Zeeland Walking tour of Veere & Delta Works excursion 

The Netherland’s 

Waterways Scenic afternoon cruising through The Netherlands 

9 Amsterdam Keukenhof Gardens excursion & free time to visit 

Museum Square or sample local fare 


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Extend your journey in Amsterdam. 










onboard dinner & lunch 


• Culture Curriculum: Learn how wooden 

shoes are made; find out how windmills 

work; attend lectures on Belgium’s 

political landscape and Holland’s 

17th-century tulip craze; enjoy a 

folkloric performance; sample Dutch 

cheese and jenever 







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Witness 200 years of Dutch life at this 

living museum of traditional villages, 

crafts & agriculture 

• Delicious Antwerp Savour some of 

Antwerp’s traditional treats including 

waffles, beers & their famous frites 

For details on all of our optional 

tours, visit our website. 


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Amsterdam 


Visit world-renowned museums including the Van Gogh 

Museum or Rijksmuseum, featuring works by the Dutch 

Masters. Two nights at the Mövenpick Hotel (or similar), 

daily breakfasts, walking tour and hotel/ship transfers are 

included along with the services of a dedicated Viking host. 

Note: This is a pre-cruise extension. Ask about our Premium Plus Hotel experience. 


Romantic Danube 

Visit Budapest’s Castle District and cross the famous Chain Bridge. Explore Göttweig Abbey, 

one of Austria’s most revered monastic centres, and make dumplings with Wachau Valley 

apricots. See Europe’s largest pipe organ at St. Stephan’s Cathedral in Passau, or travel to 

Salzburg. Celebrate Vienna’s musical heritage at a concert featuring works by Mozart and 

Strauss. With medieval towns, grand cities and stunning scenery, this eight-day journey on 

the “Blue Danube” is one you are sure to love. 


Prague 

MAIN 

Nuremberg 

MAIN–DANUBE 

CANAL 


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GERMANY 

Passau 

DANUBE 

Krems 

Vienna 

DANUBE 

AUSTRIA 

Budapest 

N 

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HUNGARY 

Budapest to Nuremberg X 8-day cruise with 6 guided tours in 3 countries from £1,495 per person 

X Strauss statue, Vienna 

2020 Romantic Danube 


1 Budapest We meet you at Budapest airport & take you 

to your ship; free time 

2 Budapest City tour of “Buda” & “Pest” including 

the Castle District, a UNESCO Site 

Danube River Cruise the scenic Danube 

3 Vienna Panoramic city tour featuring the Ringstrasse 

& St. Stephen’s Cathedral; afternoon free time; 

optional Mozart & Strauss Concert 

4 Krems Göttweig Abbey tour with grand staircase & church 

Danube River Cruise the Wachau Valley, a UNESCO Site 

5 Passau Walking tour, organ concert & free time 

6 Regensburg Walking tour through city centre; optional 

Weltenburg Abbey & the Danube Narrows 

excursion 

Danube River Scenic cruising 

7 Main–Danube Scenic cruising through this engineering marvel 

Canal 

Nuremberg City tour & guided walk to Market Square 

or optional WW II tour 

8 Nuremberg We take you from your ship to Munich airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey in Budapest or Prague. 















on the European Union, Viennese 

coffeehouses & Mozart; learn how to 

make apple strudel 







• Mozart & Strauss Concert Enjoy classical 

performances by the Vienna Residence 

Orchestra 

• Weltenburg Abbey & the Danube 

Narrows Tour this tranquil monastery & 

its ornate abbey, plus cruise the scenic 

Danube Narrows 



X Regensburg 



Old Sausage Kitchen 

In Regensburg’s Alte Wurstküche, 

Germany’s oldest restaurant, tuck 

into delicious sausages grilled 

over beechwood and served with 

sauerkraut and sweet mustard. 

X Wachau Valley 

Wachau Valley 

Stunning scenery, historic villages, 

glorious palaces and delectable 

wines – Austria’s UNESCO-listed 

Wachau Valley is best seen from 

the river, a glass of chilled local 

white in hand. 

X Old Sausage Kitchen 

Vienna 

Imperial grandeur, museums filled 

with masterpieces and a musical 

heritage that includes Mozart, 

Beethoven and Strauss – Vienna 

knows how to live the good life. Its 

elegant coffee houses take ‘coffee 

and cake’ to a whole new level. 

X Chain Bridge 

Chain Bridge, Budapest 

What could be more romantic 

than gazing at the twinkling 

lights of Budapest’s beautiful 

Chain Bridge? Perhaps sitting on 

the deck of your ship alongside 

the bridge, its reflecting lights 

dancing on the river. 

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Budapest – two nights from £299pp 

Explore this legendary Hungarian capital, a 

UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a stroll in the 

parks of Margaret Island, discover the hidden 

medieval courtyards of the Castle District and 

taste savoury Hungarian cuisine. Two nights at 

the Hilton Budapest (or similar), daily breakfasts 



Prague – three nights from £549pp 

Discover the Czech Republic’s vibrant capital, 

the “City of a Hundred Spires.” Tour Hradčany 

Castle, visit Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral and stroll 

along Charles Bridge. Please take an optional 

tour with Privileged Access to Lobkowicz Palace. 

Three nights at the Corinthia Hotel Prague (or 

similar), daily breakfasts, panoramic city tour and 

hotel/ship transfers are included along with the 

services of a dedicated Viking host. 



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Elegant Elbe 

Discover the Gothic exuberance of Prague, the rococo whimsy of Potsdam and the modern chic 

of Berlin. Witness the sandstone monoliths of Saxon Switzerland. Celebrate elegant Dresden, 

a phoenix risen from the ashes of World War II. Admire delicate Meissen porcelain. Walk in the 

footsteps of Martin Luther in Wittenberg, birthplace of the Protestant Reformation. See the 

untouched Elbe Biosphere Reserve. The Elbe is one of Europe’s loveliest, most unspoiled rivers, 

and it awaits your exploration—from Prague to Berlin—on our 10-day journey. 


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Berlin 

Potsdam 

Warsaw 

Wittenberg 

POLAND 

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Meissen 

Bad Schandau 

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Prague 


Prague to Berlin X 10-day journey with 7 guided tours in 2 countries from £1,995 per person 

X Mucha stained-glass window in St. Vitus Cathedral, Prague 

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1 Prague We meet you at Prague airport & take you to your 

hotel; free time 

2 Prague Panoramic tour of city, a UNESCO Site; Hradčany 

Castle tour; optional Prague Folklore Dinner 

3 Prague Morning at leisure 

Děčín 

Hotel check-out; transfer to your ship 

4 Bad Schandau Bastei excursion with panoramic Elbe views 

Elbe River Scenic cruising through Saxon Switzerland 

5 Dresden City tour featuring Dresden Castle & Green Vault; 

guided walk to Zwinger Palace & Semper Opera House 

6 Meissen Porcelain factory tour & demonstration; guided 

city walk 

Torgau Evening at leisure 

7 Wittenberg Guided walk including tour of Martin Luther’s 

house & Castle Church, a UNESCO Site 

8 Wittenberg Leave your ship; transfer to Berlin 

Potsdam Guided tour of rococo Sanssouci Palace 

Berlin 

Hotel check-in & free time 

9 Berlin Panoramic city tour including Brandenburg Gate 

& Checkpoint Charlie; optional A Taste of Berlin tour 

10 Berlin We take you from your hotel to Berlin airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

X Explore scenic Prague 

Extend your journey in Prague, Kraków & Warsaw 

or Berlin. 






• 2 nights each at the Corinthia Hotel 

Prague & InterContinental Berlin 

(or similar) 




specialities, plus hotel breakfasts 




• Culture Curriculum: Enjoy baroque 

chamber music & a Czech folkloric 

performance; attend lectures on 

modern-day Czech Republic & 

Saxon Switzerland 







• Prague Folklore Dinner Raise a glass to 

the vibrant traditions of Czech culture 

during a fun-filled evening of food, 

dance & wine 

• A Taste of Berlin Sample the flavours 

of Berlin at some popular culinary 

institutions while exploring the city like 

a local 




Elegant Elbe: Your Journey 

PRAGUE TO BERLIN X 10 Days 

From Berlin to Prague, with a two-night hotel stay in each city, sail through Germany and Czech Republic 

alongside picture-postcard landscapes, cities and towns that appear little changed through time. Stroll 

through the beautiful UNESCO-listed Wörlitz Park. Visit Wittenberg, birthplace of Martin Luther’s 

Reformation. Explore enchanting Meissen. Glide past medieval villages and wild forests. Every day, 

discover a history and culture as rich as the scenery that surrounds you. 

X Charles Bridge, Prague 

DAY 1 Prague 

From Prague airport we take you 

to your hotel for a two-night stay. 

Settle in and relax or head out to 

explore this amazing city. 

DAY 2 Prague 

This morning, tour the ‘City of a 

Hundred Spires’. A guided walk 

takes you through Old Town to the 

famed Charles Bridge. You’ll also 

visit Prague Castle; a vast complex 

of historical gems that includes 

the Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral. 

Enjoy an optional Privileged Access 

excursion to Lobkowicz Palace, with 

its fascinating history and priceless 

artefacts. (B) 

DAY 3 Děčín and Prague 

In this beautiful city, the day 

is yours to enjoy as you like. 

Prague’s history dates back more 

than a millennium and its maze 

of cobbled lanes and hidden 

courtyards is a wonderful place to 

wander. This afternoon, continue 

to Děčín to embark your ship. 

(B, D) 

DAY 4 Saxon Switzerland 

In Germany’s magical Saxony 

region, travel from the picturebook 

beauty of Bad Schandau 

to Bastei Rocks, a stunning rock 

formation high above the river. 

Your scenic cruising takes you 

through thick forests, past villages 

and hilltop castles. (B, L, D) 

X Admire Bastei Rocks 

DAY 5 Dresden 

Few city silhouettes are more 

spectacular than Dresden’s, and 

your included tour takes you to the 

Dresden Castle complex, which 

houses the Dresden State Art 

Collections and treasures. 

Be dazzled by the priceless Saxon 

Crown Jewels in the Green Vault*, 

and stroll through architectural 

wonders that included Semper 

Opera House and Zwinger Palace. 

(B, L, D) 

* On Tuesdays, when the Green Vault is closed, 

you can visit the equally delightful Old Masters 

Picture Gallery. 

X Tour Dresden Castle complex 

DAY 6 Meissen 

With its remarkable views of the 

river, the historic town of Meissen 

is as enchanting today as it was 

hundreds of years ago. On your 

included visit to the 300-year-old 

Meissenware Factory, see how the 

precious porcelain, known as ‘white 

gold’, is made, and trademarked 

with the famous crossed swords. 

(B, L, D) 


DID YOU KNOW? 

China from Europe 

For nearly 200 years, Europeans carried on a love affair with porcelain from China, In the early 18th 

century, German craftsmen discovered how to manufacture high-quality porcelain, and “china” has 

been manufactured in Meissen ever since. You have the opportunity to visit a porcelain factory and 

museum in Meissen to observe artists at work. 


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DAY 7 Wittenberg 

On your included walking tour, 

you can follow in the footsteps of 

the young monk, who founded 

the Protestant Reformation. Visit 

the house where Martin Luther 

lived for nearly 40 years, now a 

museum, and St. Mary’s Church, 

where he preached. (B, L, D) 

DAY 8 Potsdam and Wörlitz 

Disembark and travel to 

Potsdam. Visit Sanssouci Palace*, 

a perfect example of German 

rococo architecture, built by 

Prussian king Frederick the Great 

in the 18th century. Wander 

through the rooms of the elegant 

palace and stroll through the 

magnificent gardens. Enjoy free 

time and lunch on our own, then 

transfer to your hotel in Berlin in 

the afternoon. (B) 

DAY 9 Berlin 

Your included panoramic tour 

around the city takes you to the 

iconic sites, including Checkpoint 

Charlie, once the only crossing 

point between East and West 

Berlin, and Brandenburg Gate, 

the historic landmark of Germany’s 

reunification. Drive across the Spree 

River to see the stunning Berlin 

Cathedral and historic buildings in 

the older part of the city. (B) 

DAY 10 Berlin 

After breakfast we take you to 

Berlin airport for your return flight 

to the UK. (B) 






shown above. 

X See Brandenburg Gate 

*On Mondays, you’ll visit the magnificent New 

Palace instead of Sanssouci. 

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Kraków & Warsaw 


Discover Poland’s rich history and culture as you explore 

historic Kraków and inspirational Warsaw. Three nights at Kraków’s 

Radisson Blu and two nights at Warsaw’s Sofitel Victoria (or similar), 

daily breakfasts and one dinner, four guided tours and hotel/ship 

transfers are included in this fully escorted programme. 

Prague 


Discover the “City of a Hundred Spires.” Tour 

Hradčany Castle, visit Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral and 

stroll along Charles Bridge. Take an optional tour 

with Privileged Access to Lobkowicz Palace. Two 

nights at the Corinthia Hotel Prague (or similar) and 

daily breakfasts are included along with the services 


Berlin 


Encounter Germany’s historic capital and see its 

many landmarks including Checkpoint Charlie, 

Berlin Cathedral, Brandenburg Gate and Berlin 

Wall remains. Tour one of its many museums 

or Charlottenburg Palace. Two nights at the 

InterContinental Berlin (or similar), daily breakfasts 

and panoramic city tour are included along with the 



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Passage to Eastern Europe 

See Bucharest’s Palace of Parliament, a 3,000-room complex built by dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu. 

Make banitsa bread with a home cook in Vidin. Trace history’s arc in Belgrade, viewing Orthodox 

churches, Turkish baths, Hapsburg mansions and the 6th-century Kalemegdan Fortress. See the 

Iron Gate, granite sentries towering above a Danube gorge. Visit a Croatian family’s Osijek home. 

Witness the daredevil acrobatics of Hungary’s Puszta horsemen. See Budapest’s grandeur. Once 

hidden behind the Iron Curtain, the eastern Danube still has secrets to reveal on our 11-day 

journey from Bucharest to Budapest. 


Prague 


Budapest 

DANUBE 

CROATIA Osijek 

HUNGARY 

Kalocsa 

Iron Gate 

Transylvania 

ROMANIA 

N 

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Belgrade 

Vidin 

Belogradchik 

SERBIA 

DANUBE Bucharest 

Giurgiu 

Veliko Tarnovo 

BULGARIA 

Bucharest to Budapest X 11-day journey with 7 guided tours in 5 countries from £2,095 per person 

X Rose-picking festival in Bulgaria 

2020 Passage to Eastern Europe 


1 Bucharest We meet you at Bucharest airport & take you to your 


2 Bucharest Hotel check-out; panoramic city tour featuring the 

Palace of Parliament 

Giurgiu Coach transfer; embark your ship 

3 Russe Full-day Veliko Tarnovo excursion & traditional 

Bulgarian lunch in Arbanasi 

4 Vidin Tour featuring Belogradchik Rocks & Fortress; 

free time 

5 Danube River Cruise the Iron Gate, featuring scenic limestone cliffs 

6 Belgrade City walk with Kalemegdan Fortress guided tour; free 

time or optional Behind the Scenes at the Serbian 

Opera tour 

7 Vukovar Excursion to Osijek with guided city tour; free time 

8 Kalocsa Guided tour with Archbishop’s Palace & Puszta 

horsemanship show 

9 Budapest Disembark; city tour of “Buda” & “Pest” including 

the Castle District, a UNESCO Site; hotel check-in; 

afternoon at leisure 

10 Budapest Full day at leisure or optional Gödöllö Royal Palace 

& Gardens tour 

11 Budapest We take you from your hotel to Budapest airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

X Explore ancient Belgrade 

Extend your journey in Bucharest & Transylvania, Prague 

or Budapest. 






• 1 night at Sheraton Bucharest & 2 nights 

at Hilton Budapest (or similar) 




specialities, plus hotel breakfasts 



• Visit 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site 

• Culture Curriculum: Enjoy Serbian & 

Hungarian folkloric performances; 

attend lectures on Serbian current affairs, 

the myth of Dracula & the European 

Union; enjoy the authentic flavours of 

Eastern Europe 







• Gödöllö Royal Palace & Gardens Visit 

Hungary’s beloved 18th-century Gödöllő 

Royal Palace & see the lush furnishings 

of Empress Elisabeth’s private apartments 

• Behind the Scenes at the Serbian Opera 

A small-group, behind-the-scenes tour 

of the National Theatre & an exclusive 

performance 




Passage to Eastern Europe 

BUCHAREST TO BUDAPEST X 11 Days 

The Lower Danube features an amazing array of art, architecture, landmarks and culture to explore. From 

Bucharest’s Palace of Parliament to Belgrade’s Ottoman and European treasures and from the Croatian 

people to Hungary’s daredevil Puszta horsemen, this 11-day journey is one not to be missed. 

DAY 1 Bucharest 

Arrive in Bucharest and check in 

to your hotel. Spend the rest of the 

day relaxing, or do some exploring 

on your own. 

DAY 2 Bucharest 

Check out of your hotel and 

take a morning city tour. See 

the wide boulevards, Romanian 

Athenaeum, Arch of Triumph 

and Palace of Parliament. Visit the 

Village Museum, where authentic 

dwellings from all regions of the 

country have been relocated and 

reassembled, including rural 

cottages, farmhouses and water 

mills. During lunch at a local 

restaurant, enjoy a lively folkloric 

performance. Proceed to Giurgiu 

to board your ship. (B, L, D) 

X Inside a Bucharest church 

DAY 3 Veliko Tarnovo & 

Arbanasi 

Disembark at Russe for a fullday 

excursion to Bulgaria’s former 

capital, Veliko Tarnovo. See 

Tsaravets Hill and the ruins of 

the royal castle. During free 

time, shop for local crafts along 

Samovodska Charshia. Continue 

to Arbanasi for lunch in a local 

restaurant and a guided tour of the 

Nativity Church, with its intricate 

floor-to-ceiling murals and icons. 

Return to your ship for dinner. 

(B, L, D) 

DAY 4 Vidin 

Arrive in Vidin, and take an 

excursion to see Belogradchik 

Fortress, built right into the 

striking Belogradchik Rocks. See 

the fortress’s amazing construction 

and enjoy breathtaking views. 

Have lunch on board your ship; 

then you have free time to explore 

Vidin’s city centre, Orthodox 

churches and the ruins of the city’s 

once-grand synagogue. Depart 

during dinner. (B, L, D) 

DAY 5 Iron Gate 

Today, enjoy scenic cruising as 

you travel through one of the 

most picturesque areas of the 

X Cruise through the Iron Gate on the Danube 

Lower Danube. The Iron Gate 

is one of Europe’s most dramatic 

natural wonders—a spectacular 

narrow gorge with enormous white 

limestone cliffs. (B, L, D) 

DAY 6 Belgrade 

Wake up in Belgrade, capital 

of Serbia. Take a guided 

walk through the grounds of 

Kalemegdan Fortress, now a 

stately park; also see the Orthodox 

cathedral and stop at the Square 

of the Republic. Enjoy lunch on 

board your ship before you have 

free time to explore Belgrade’s 

gracious architecture or visit 

one of its many museums. This 

evening, consider an optional 

Behind the Scenes at the Serbian 

Opera tour. (B, L, D) 


DID YOU KNOW? 

Home on the Puszta 

Stretching across Hungary is a vast prairie known as the Puszta. Here the hardy, whip-cracking 

horse herders known as csikós lived and worked. Like the fabled cowboy of the American West, the 

19th-century csikós have been romanticised in Hungarian folk songs, dances and literature. Enjoy an 

exciting demonstration of traditional Puszta horsemanship and other folk arts. 


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DAY 7 Osijek 

Arrive at Vukovar around noon 

and disembark for an afternoon 

excursion to the charming 

Croatian city of Osijek. Inhabited 

since Neolithic times, this area 

has had several heydays under 

the Romans, the Ottomans and 

the Hapsburgs; now, Vukovar is 

revered for its baroque buildings, 

parks and monuments. Return on 

board for dinner. (B, L, D) 

DAY 8 Kalocsa 

Sail into Hungary this morning, 

arriving in Kalocsa after lunch. 

Take a guided city tour followed by 

a short organ concert at St. Joseph 

Church. Then, you are treated to a 

performance of traditional Puszta 

horsemanship. Tonight we depart 

for Budapest. (B, L, D) 


Disembark after breakfast and take 

a tour of Budapest. Begin in Pest, 

where you see the National Opera 

House and visit historic Heroes’ 

Square. Cross the Chain Bridge to 

Buda, where you walk along Castle 

Hill to Fishermen’s Bastion and 

Matthias Church. Check in to your 

hotel, then take the rest of the day 

to sightsee on your own. (B) 


Take a full day to explore Budapest 

on your own. Ride the city’s 

innovative, efficient metro; walk 

through the City Park or along the 

Pest embankment for views of the 

Buda Castle District. Or, consider 

an optional Gödöllö Royal Palace 

& Gardens tour. (B) 

X Visit Fishermen’s Bastion in Budapest 


After breakfast, check out of your 

hotel for your return home. (B) 






shown above. 

EXPLORE MORE 


Prague 


Discover the Czech Republic’s vibrant capital, the “City of a Hundred 

Spires.” Tour Hradčany Castle, visit Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral and 

stroll along Charles Bridge. Take an optional tour with Privileged 

Access to Lobkowicz Palace. Three nights at the Corinthia Hotel 

Prague (or similar), daily breakfasts, panoramic city tour and hotel/ 

ship transfers are included along with the services of a dedicated 

Viking host. Ask about our Premium Plus Hotel experience. 

Budapest 


Explore this legendary Hungarian capital, a UNESCO 

Site. Take a stroll in the parks of Margaret Island, 

discover the hidden medieval courtyards of the Castle 

District and taste savoury Hungarian cuisine. Two nights 

at the Hilton Budapest (or similar), daily breakfasts 

and hotel/ship transfers are included along with the 


Bucharest & Transylvania 


Encounter Romania’s mysterious Transylvania 

region. Visit Peleş Castle, plus tour the famed 

Dracula Castle. Two nights at the Sheraton 

Bucharest and one night at the Kronwell Braşov 

(or similar), daily breakfasts, Bucharest city tour and 

castle tours, and hotel/ship transfers are included 



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Grand European Tour 

Absorb the atmosphere of Budapest’s Café Gerbeaud and learn to dance the Viennese waltz. 

Sample the food and wine of Austria’s renowned Wachau Valley. Admire Rhine Valley vistas 

from a 900-year-old castle. Indulge all your senses on this spectacular 15-day journey spanning 

the best of Europe. On our most iconic itinerary, you will trace the legendary Danube, Main and 

Rhine Rivers between the stunning landscapes of Hungary and the windmill-dotted waterways 

of The Netherlands, with engaging encounters at every bend. It is a delightfully different way 

to uncover Europe’s cultural and scenic splendours. 


THE 

NETHERLANDS 

Amsterdam 

GERMANY 

N 

Kinderdijk 

Cruise 

RHINE 

Cologne 


MAIN Bamberg 

Koblenz 

MAIN–DANUBE 

CANAL Prague 

Miltenberg 

Würzburg Nuremberg 

Rothenburg 

DANUBE 

Regensburg Krems 

Passau 

Melk Vienna 

AUSTRIA 

DANUBE 

Budapest 

HUNGARY 

Budapest to Amsterdam X 15-day cruise with 12 guided tours in 4 countries from £2,895 per person 

X Vienna coffeehouse 

2020 Grand European Tour 


1 Budapest We meet you at Budapest airport & take you 


2 Budapest City tour of “Buda” & “Pest” including the 

Castle District 

3 Danube River Scenic cruising along the Danube 

Vienna Evening at leisure 

4 Vienna Panoramic city tour featuring the Ringstrasse; 

free time 

5 Danube River Cruise the Wachau Valley, a UNESCO Site 

Melk Benedictine abbey tour with library & frescoes 

6 Passau Walking tour, organ concert & free time 

7 Regensburg Walking tour through medieval city centre 

or optional full-day Munich Highlights tour 

8 Nuremberg City tour & guided walk to Market Square 

or optional WW II tour 

9 Bamberg Guided walking tour & free time 

10 Würzburg Tour baroque Bishops’ Residenz palace 

11 Wertheim Guided walking tour 

12 Rhine River Cruise the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site 

Koblenz Marksburg Castle tour 

13 Cologne Walking tour & Gothic cathedral visit; free time 

or optional Cologne’s Beer Culture & Dinner excursion 

14 Kinderdijk Tour Kinderdijk windmills, a UNESCO Site; afternoon 

at leisure 


EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey in Budapest, Prague or Amsterdam. 















on current affairs in the European 

Union; learn how to make apple strudel; 

experience a Viennese market 







• Munich Highlights See the cultural & 

historic highlights of the city, beautifully 

set near the foothills of the Alps 

• Cologne’s Beer Culture & Dinner 

Sip Kölsch at three brewhouses & 

enjoy a traditional dinner at a popular 

brauhaus restaurant 



X Take a guided walking tour of Bamberg 



Würzburg Residence Palace 

For centuries the resident princebishops 

wielded enormous power 

and wealth, and the city of 

Würzburg grew in opulence under 

their rule. Their crowning glory 

is the UNESCO-listed Bishops’ 

Residenz, one of Germany’s finest 

baroque palace ensembles, built 

between 1720 and 1744. 

The Middle Rhine 

Straight out of a picture book, 

the romantic Middle Rhine is 

a river valley with precipitous 

cliffs, a castle perched on virtually 

every hilltop and pretty villages 

lining the river banks. Myths 

and legends abound in this area, 

such as the story of the Lorelei, 

the beautiful siren of the rocks 

who lured sailors to their doom. 

The river valley extends from the 

old Roman town of Koblenz, via 

the Lorelei Rock, to Bingen and 

Rüdesheim and includes the steep 

vineyards that produce the famous 

Rhine wines. In recognition of its 

status as one of the world’s oldest 

and most magnificent cultural 

landscapes, UNESCO declared 

the Upper Middle Rhine Valley a 

World Heritage site in 2002, one of 

outstanding universal value. 

Regensburg 

Historic and vibrant, Regensburg 

is one of Bavaria’s most beautiful 

cities and among the best-preserved 

medieval towns in Europe. The 

city is the oldest on the Danube, 

its history dates back nearly 

2,000 years. Still standing are 

the Roman gates, Porta Pretoria, 

built in 179 A.D. The city centre 

escaped damage in the war, 

and its architectural gems and 

half-timbered buildings exude a 

timeless charm. 

X Regensburg 

EXPLORE MORE 


Budapest 


Explore the Hungarian capital, a UNESCO Site, with its elegant 

boulevards and outstanding museums. Discover the hidden 

medieval courtyards of the Castle District and taste Hungarian 

cuisine. Two nights at the Hilton Budapest (or similar), daily 

breakfasts and hotel/ship transfers are included along with the 


Prague 


Tour Hradčany Castle, visit Gothic St. Vitus 

Cathedral and stroll along Charles Bridge. Take an 

optional tour with Privileged Access to Lobkowicz 

Palace. Three nights at the Corinthia Hotel Prague 

(or similar), daily breakfasts, panoramic city tour 




Amsterdam 


Visit world-renowned museums including the Van 

Gogh Museum or Rijksmuseum, featuring works by 

the Dutch Masters. Two nights at the Mövenpick 

Hotel (or similar), daily breakfasts, walking tour and 

hotel/ship transfers are included along with the 




Grand European Tour BUDAPEST TO AMSTERDAM X 15 Days / 12 Guided Tours / 4 Countries 


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April 26 

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October 3, 11, 17 


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Rhine & Moselle Discovery 

Discover Roman Trier. Taste Moselle Rieslings. Enjoy scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge, a 

UNESCO World Heritage Site, passing iconic Lorelei Rock. Stroll through quaint Mainz and see an 

original Gutenberg Bible in the Gutenberg Museum. Visit Speyer and its landmark cathedral, the 

burial place of eight emperors. Explore Strasbourg, the cultural centre of France’s Alsace region. 

Vineyard-flanked slopes and historic cities make this eight-day journey irresistible. 


Cochem 

Bernkastel 

Trier 

MOSELLE 

Koblenz 

Mainz 

Speyer 

RHINE 

Strasbourg 

GERMANY 

RHINE 

Basel 

SWITZERLAND 

Geneva 

Zermatt 

Trier to Basel X 8-day cruise with 7 guided tours in 3 countries from £1,495 per person 

X Porta Nigra, Trier 

2020 Rhine & Moselle Discovery 


1 Trier We meet you at Luxemburg airport & take you to 


2 Trier Morning tour of city; scenic cruising along the 

Moselle in the afternoon; optional Bernkastel-Kues 

Wine Tasting 

3 Cochem Walking tour featuring Reichsburg Castle & 

St. Martin’s Church; local vinery tour and tasting 

4 Koblenz Scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO 

Site; walking tour of Koblenz 

5 Mainz Walking tour, Gutenberg Museum & free time 

6 Speyer Speyer walking tour including the Old Town Gate 

7 Strasbourg Walking tour featuring Strasbourg Cathedral; 

free time 

8 Basel We take you from your ship to Basel airport 













• Culture Curriculum: Enjoy a classical 

music performance; learn how to create 

your own Alsatian flammkuchen; attend 

lectures on Germany’s current affairs & 

origins of Rhine River Cruising 







• Historic Mainz & St. Stephen’s Church 

See the city that boasts over 2,000 years 

of history and the blue stained glass 

windows of St. Stephen’s Church 

• Alsatian Wine Tasting Explore the 

treasures of Alsace, from its Renaissance 

beauty and distinct culture to its crisp, 

clean white wines 



X Old Gate, Speyer 



Cruise through the 

Middle Rhine 

Straight out of a picture book, the 

romantic Middle Rhine is a river 

valley with precipitous cliffs, a 

castle perched on virtually every 

hilltop and pretty villages lining 

the riverbanks. Myths and legends 

abound in this area, such as the 

story of the Lorelei, the beautiful 

siren of the rocks who lured sailors 

to their doom. The romantic 

river valley also includes the steep 

vineyards that produce the famous 

Rhine wines. In recognition of its 

status as one of the world’s oldest 

and most magnificent cultural 

landscapes, UNESCO declared 

the Upper Middle Rhine Valley a 

World Heritage site in 2002, one 

of ‘outstanding universal value.’ 

X Speyer 

Stroll around Speyer 

The market town of Speyer is 

a pleasant, quiet place to walk 

around, but its romantic charm 

hides a history of great political 

and religious significance. First a 

Celtic settlement, then a key player 

in the Holy Roman Empire, Speyer 

really came into its own during 

the Middle Ages when, under the 

Salian emperors, it hosted around 

50 imperial parliament sessions. 

Unscathed by WWII, you can still 

visit its most famous sites, from 

the extraordinary Romanesque 

cathedral to a medieval synagogue. 

Spectacular Strasbourg 

There are so many ways to spend 

a memorable few hours in this 

beautiful city. A fascinating blend 

of both French and German 

influences, of traditional past and 

progressive present, is revealed in 

Strasbourg’s charming architecture, 

magnificent art and renowned 

cuisine. Lovers of striking 

architecture need look no further 

than its spectacular Strasbourg 

Cathedral. This immense gothic 

beauty is a mixture of filigree 

stonework and lacy spires, leering 

gargoyles and flying buttresses 

situated supremely at the centre of 

the city. As world-renowned French 

poet and novelist Victor Hugo once 

said of the cathedral, “The true 

triumph of this Cathedral is the 

spire. It is a veritable tiara of stone 

with its crown and its cross. It is a 

gigantic and delicate marvel.” 

X Cochem 

X Strasbourg 


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July 6, 13, 20, 27 

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Lyon & Provence 

Tap into your inner van Gogh at an Arles painting class. Discover Provence’s Roman past at 

Les Arènes amphitheatre and the Pont du Gard. Explore Avignon’s Palace of the Popes. Excite 

your palate in Lyon, capital of French gastronomy. Savour renowned Beaujolais wines. Hunt 

for truffles and see how chèvre cheese is made. Come and witness the light and loveliness that 

inspired Cézanne, Chagall and other great artists on this eight-day Rhône cruise. 


Cruise 

Paris 

SEINE 

N 

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Dijon 

Tournon 

Viviers 

RHÔNE 

Lyon 

Vienne 

RHÔNE 

Avignon 

Arles 

Nice 

Avignon to Lyon X 8-day cruise with 7 guided tours from £1,495 per person 

X Sunflowers, Provence 

2020 Lyon & Provence 


1 Avignon We meet you at Marseille airport & take you 


2 Arles Walking tour featuring Les Arènes amphitheatre, 

a UNESCO Site; free time 

3 Avignon Guided walk featuring Pont d’Avignon & guided 

tour of Palace of the Popes, a UNESCO Site; free time 

4 Viviers Guided walk through Old Town or optional 

Charming Ardèche tour 

5 Tournon Take a ride on the Train de l’Ardèche 

Rhône River Scenic afternoon cruising 

Vienne Walking tour featuring Temple of Augustus & Livia 

6 Lyon Tour of city, a UNESCO Site, with guided walk 

through Vieux Lyon; free time 

7 Lyon Excursion to the Beaujolais wine region or optional 

Beaujolais & Truffles excursion 

8 Lyon We take you from your ship to Lyon airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey in the French Riviera or Paris. 














Performances; attend lectures on current 

affairs & the painters of Provence; 

sample Beaujolais wines; learn how to 

make fondant au chocolat 







• Beaujolais & Truffles Sample the 

Beaujolais’s most beloved culinary 

treasures during visits to a wine château, 

truffle farm & goat cheese farm 

• Charming Ardèche Visit France’s 

picturesque Ardèche River region & 

learn about the area’s renowned harvest 

of lavender 



X Visit Lyon 


Lyon & Provence 

AVIGNON TO LYON X 8 Days 

With its ancient towns, gorgeous landscapes, warm sunshine and incredible food and wine, there is no 

place quite as evocative as Southern France. Visit the Gallo-Roman ruins in Vienne. Follow Van Gogh’s 

footsteps in Arles. Explore the historical papal palace in Avignon. Discover the region’s time-honoured 

wine making traditions, and sample the gastronomic delights of Lyon – on a journey of exquisite taste. 

DAY 1 Avignon 

From Marseille airport we take 

you to your award-winning Viking 

Longship where you can settle 

in and relax. Your time is free to 

explore this quaint town on the 

scenic Rhône River. (D) 

DAY 2 Arles 

Arles is famous for its Roman 

history, and on your included 

walking tour you’ll visit the vast 

Les Arènes that is modelled on 

Rome’s Colosseum, as well as 

Romanesque monuments, such 

as the Church of Saint-Trophime. 

Van Gogh produced some of his 

finest works in Arles and your 

tour takes you to some of the 

places featured in his paintings, 

including his yellow cafe. 

(B, L, D) 

X Explore Arles 

X Pont d’Avignon 

DAY 3 Avignon 

In the early 1300s, Avignon 

was the centre of the Roman 

Catholic world, and its legacy of 

ecclesiastical architecture includes 

the extraordinary UNESCOlisted 

Palace of the Popes. It is 

the largest Gothic palace ever 

built and your included guided 

tour takes you through its palatial 

rooms, some of which feature 

frescoes by Matteo Giovannetti. 

(B, L, D) 

DAY 4 Tournon and Viviers 

Your included excursion on the 

Train de l’Ardèche takes you 

through deep gorges, past steep 

cliffs where you can view nature 

at its most dramatic. Sit back, 

relax and enjoy the breathtaking 

scenery of this wildly beautiful 

region. Lunch can be enjoyed 

back on board your ship as you 

cruise alongside picturesque 

scenery towards Viviers, where 

you arrive after dinner. Enjoy an 

evening walking tour through the 

Old Town, with its enchanting 

medieval and Renaissance 

buildings, including the Knights’ 

House, the oldest house in Viviers 

and one of the most exquisite. 

(B, L, D) 

DAY 5 Vienne and Tournon 

One of the oldest cities in France, 

the pretty, riverside city of Vienne 

was founded by the Romans 

under Pontius Pilate, and became 

the empire’s main wine port 

on the Rhône. Many Roman 

monuments survived, including 

the remarkably intact Temple 

of Augustus and Livia in the 

Old Town square, built between 

20BC and 10BC. (B, L, D) 

X Vienne’s Old Town 


DID YOU KNOW? 

Through Artists’ Eyes 

Southern France has long served as a creative muse to artists who are drawn to its warm light and 

vibrant landscape. In the mid-19th centrury, painters such as Auguste Renoir and Claude Monet found 

inspiration here. Others soon followed. Van Gogh produced some of his most famous works in Arles, 

including Café Terrace at Night. Fellow post-impressionist Paul Cézanne based many of his own works 

on the countryside around Aix-en-Provence. 


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DAY 6 Lyon 

On your final day in this exciting 

city, enjoy an included drive 

through the rolling hills of the 

Beaujolais wine region to the 

Moulin-a-Vent – the windmill 

that lends its name to the famous 

wine. Visit a small museum to 

learn about the traditional art of 

winemaking and enjoy tasting 

different varieties in one of the 

region’s famous cellars. After 

lunch on board your ship, the 

rest of the day is yours to explore 

this thriving city. (B, L, D) 

DAY 7 Lyon 

Wake up in Lyon, a city renowned 

for its fabulous food, and a 

UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

Your included drive takes you 

to the top of Fourvière Hill for 

X See the Moulin-a-Vent windmill 

amazing views of the city. Visit 

the Basilica of Notre Dame de 

Fourviere and see the magnificent 

St. Jean Cathedral and the Palace 

of Justice. Take a walking tour 

through the Old Town and enjoy 

free time to shop and sample some 

of the finest French food in one of 

the city’s famous food halls. 

(B, L, D) 

DAY 8 Lyon 

After breakfast, disembark and 

proceed to Lyon airport for your 

return flight. (B) 






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French Riviera 


Discover even more of Southern France on the French Riviera. 

A city tour introduces you to the Mediterranean city of Nice; stroll 

through Old Town and its tree-lined boulevards. During free time, 

relax on the famous beaches of the Côte d’Azur, or visit Cannes 

or legendary Monaco. Three nights at the Le Méridien Nice (or 

similar), daily breakfasts, guided walking tour and all transfers are 

included along with the services of a dedicated Viking host. 

Paris 


Be enchanted by the romance of France’s capital. Stroll along 

the famed Champs-Élysées. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for a 

breathtaking view of the “City of Light.” Three nights at the Le 

Méridien Etoile (or similar) and daily breakfasts are included along 

with the services of a dedicated Viking host. 

Ask about our Premium Plus Hotel experience 


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Waterways of the Tsars 

Envision Peter the Great luxuriating in his massive Peterhof Palace, then see how multiple families 

shared living quarters at a Soviet-era kommunalka. Soak up the steam in a traditional banya set 

in the riverside village of Mandrogy. Share stories at the kitchen table of an Uglich family. Savour 

a little Russian caviar with your blini pancakes. See the swirling onion domes and stout towers of 

Moscow’s Red Square. From St. Petersburg to Moscow, this 13-day voyage reveals the real Russia 

in ways you will never forget. 


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Kizhi 

LAKE LADOGA 

SVIR RIVER 

LAKE ONEGA 

RUSSIA 

Helsinki 


Mandrogy 

Kuzino 

NEVA RIVER 

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WATERWAY 

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VOLGA RIVER 

Yaroslavl 

Uglich 

Cruise 

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Moscow 

St. Petersburg to Moscow X 13-day cruise with 10 guided tours from £2,795 per person 

X Russian ballet dancer 

2020 Waterways of the Tsars 


1 St. Petersburg We meet you at St. Petersburg airport 

& take you to your ship; free time 

2 St. Petersburg Guided Hermitage Museum tour or optional Hermitage 

Behind Closed Doors tour; evening ballet performance 

3 St. Petersburg Pushkin excursion featuring Catherine Palace; city tour 

4 St. Petersburg Day at leisure 

5 Svir River Scenic cruising along the “Blue Route” 

Mandrogy Free time to explore museum village 

6 Kizhi Walking tour of Open Air Museum, a UNESCO Site 

7 Volga–Baltic Scenic cruise along rivers, lakes & canals 

Waterway 

Kuzino Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery guided walk; excursion 

to a children’s school 

8 Yaroslavl Tour of city centre, a UNESCO Site, plus Church of 

St. Elijah the Prophet 

9 Uglich Guided walk to Church of St. Dmitry on the Blood 

& home-hosted visit 

10 Moscow Canal Scenic cruising 

Moscow Panoramic city tour including Red Square, Bolshoi 

Theatre & St. Basil’s Cathedral; folkloric performance 

11 Moscow Full day at leisure 

12 Moscow Guided tour of the Kremlin, a UNESCO Site, or optional 

Treasures of the Kremlin Armoury tour; free time 

13 Moscow We take you from your ship to Moscow airport 

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Extend your journey in St. Petersburg, Helsinki or Moscow. 


X See Russia’s colourful onion domes 








specialities 




• Culture Curriculum: Enjoy onshore 

music & dance performances; learn a 

little Russian; listen to lectures about 

Romanov tsars, the Soviet Union & 

current affairs; attend a Russian cooking 

workshop; participate in Russian teatime 







• The Hermitage Behind Closed Doors 

Enjoy a carefully curated experience 

that explores beyond the galleries of this 

magnificent museum 

• Treasures of the Kremlin Armoury 

Explore the Kremlin, Moscow’s vast 

12th-century walled city & see the 

priceless relics in its magnificent armoury 




Waterways of the Tsars 

ST. PETERSBURG TO MOSCOW X 13 Days 

From the cosmopolitan city of St. Petersburg to Russia’s vibrant capital of Moscow and numerous rural 

riverside towns in between, this journey enables you to explore another side of Russia because we bring 

you insightful, behind-the-scenes experiences. With newly refurbished ships, let Viking show you all of 

Russia’s highlights and introduce you to her people, culture and history. 

X Explore the Hermitage in St. Petersburg 

DAY 1 St. Petersburg 

Arrive in St. Petersburg and 

embark your ship. After boarding, 

you have free time to relax. (D) 


In St. Petersburg, tour the legendary 

Hermitage Museum and its vast 

collection of art, antiquities, 

jewellery and sculptures, or take a 

Privileged Access tour to discover the 

Hermitage Behind Closed Doors. 

Tonight, enjoy a Russian ballet 

performance. (B, L, D) 


Today’s excursion visits Catherine 

Palace at Pushkin; tour its various 

halls, including the storied Amber 

and Agate Rooms. After lunch on 

board, embark on a city tour; see 

noted sights including St. Isaac’s 

Cathedral, Peter & Paul Fortress 

and Nevsky Prospekt. Dinner is 

served on board. (B, L, D) 


You have a full day at leisure to 

visit one of the many palaces, 

churches or museums. (B, L, D) 

DAY 5 Scenic Waterways & 

Mandrogy 

Spend a relaxing day cruising; 

stop in Mandrogy and explore 

this museum village on your own 

or take part in an optional banya 

experience. (B, L, D) 

DAY 6 Kizhi 

Morning cruising on Lake Onega, 

Europe’s second-largest lake. 

Arrive at the island village of 

Kizhi. Set out on a walking tour 

through the Open Air Museum 

of Architecture, a UNESCO Site. 

See a collection of wooden houses, 

windmills and churches, including 

the Transfiguration Church built 

in 1714. (B, L, D) 

X Transfiguration Church, Kizhi 

DAY 7 Kirillo-Belozersky 

Monastery 

Enjoy relaxing morning cruising 

along the Volga–Baltic Waterway. 

Then, take a guided walk through 

Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery 

followed by a visit to a children’s 

school. (B, L, D) 

DAY 8 Yaroslavl 

Arrive in Yaroslavl, a wonderful 

Golden Ring city. Visit the Church 

of St. Elijah the Prophet, featuring 

detailed frescoes and icons. Then, 

take a guided stroll through the 

covered food market. (B, L, D) 

DAY 9 Uglich 

Take a walking tour through 

Uglich, another Golden Ring city. 

Visit the Church of St. Dmitry on 

the Blood, built on the site where 

Ivan the Terrible’s son Dmitry was 

mysteriously killed. Then a local 

family invites you into their home 

for tea and friendly conversation. 

Cruise through the night. (B, L, 

D) 


DID YOU KNOW? 

The Mystery of Russian Icons 

Icons are mysterious paintings that were part of Russian religious life since 300 AD. Icons (obraz), 

often painted on wood, are flat, two-dimensional images, similar to early Gothic European art. 

This flatness reminds the viewer that they do not represent the material world; instead the 

viewer should seek spiritual truth. On some you will see a gold or silver metal covering (riza), 

which shows only key parts like the face, hands and feet. And since the fall of communism, the 

art of icon painting has experienced a renaissance. 


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DAY 10 Moscow & 

Moscow Canal 

Enjoy a scenic morning cruise 

along the Moscow Canal, 

approaching Moscow during 

lunch. During your half-day tour 

of Moscow see the famed Bolshoi 

Theatre, stop at Red Square for 

a view of St. Basil’s Cathedral, 

visit the GUM Department Store 

and experience the city’s Metro. 

Tonight, enjoy a Russian folkloric 

music performance. (B, L, D) 

X Matryoshka dolls 

DAY 11 Moscow 

You have a full day at leisure 

to explore Moscow; perhaps 

join an optional tour to visit 

the Cosmonaut Museum which 

chronicles the history of space 

exploration. Lunch and dinner are 

served on board. Tonight, you can 

experience Moscow by night on an 

optional tour. (B, L, D) 

DAY 12 Moscow 

This morning, travel to the city’s 

famous red brick enclosure known 

as the Kremlin. See its many towers 

and palaces, and tour inside one 

of the brightly coloured cathedrals 

or consider an optional tour to 

discover the Treasures of the 

Kremlin Armoury. You have a 

free afternoon to further explore 

on your own, or join an optional 

excursion to the Cosmonaut 

Museum. (B, L, D) 

X Tour the Kremlin in Moscow 

DAY 13 Moscow 

After breakfast, disembark for your 

return home. (B) 






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Helsinki 


Nicknamed “White City of the North,” its neoclassical architecture 

and Old Town offer sightseeing opportunities including the Uspenski 

Cathedral and Sibelius Monument. Three nights at the Radisson Blu 

Plaza (or similar), daily breakfasts, guided walking tour and train 

transfer to St. Petersburg are included along with the services of a 

dedicated Viking host. 



Spend two additional nights in magical St. Petersburg, 

and visit the various palaces in this city. Enjoy a city 

walk, and see why St. Petersburg is considered the 

“Venice of the North.” Two nights at the Angleterre 

Hotel (or similar) with daily breakfasts and hotel/ 

ship transfers are included along with the services 


Moscow 


Extend your trip with two additional days in 

Russia’s capital city. Enjoy a guided tour through 

Moscow’s famed subways and have free time to 

explore museums and local culture. Two nights 

at the Radisson Royal (or similar) with daily 

breakfasts and hotel/ship transfers are included 



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IMPORTANT: VISA REQUIRED 

A Russian visa must be arranged in advance for an approximate cost of £240 per person. An Invitation Letter to Russia, 

which costs approximately £30 per person, must also be obtained for submission with the visa application. Please note that 

current Russian visa regulations require a personal visit to the Russian Embassy in either London, Edinburgh or Manchester 

to complete the application process, which is at your own cost. The application for a Russian visa will involve answering a 

comprehensive list of questions. 

Please note that the cost and process to obtain a Russian visa can change at any time. Details shown above are correct at the time of going to print. 


Imperial Jewels of China 

Walk along the ramparts of the Great Wall, and through the colourful courtyards of Beijing’s 

old hutong neighbourhoods. Contrast the stylised sculpted elephants, lions and mythical beasts 

guarding the Sacred Way of the Ming Tombs with the lifelike statues of Xian’s Terra Cotta Army. 

Cruise between the bamboo groves and limestone pinnacles of the Yangtze’s Goddess Stream. 

Suspend your disbelief as Shanghai acrobats dazzle you. Our 15-day cruise-and-stay journey is 

the perfect introduction to China, showcasing its most important cultural centres and the most 

scenic stretches of the mighty Yangtze. 


Beijing 

Bo Hai 

CHINA 

Shibaozhai 

Chongqing 

Xian 

THREE GORGES YANGTZE 

DAM 

YANGTZE 

Jingzhou 

Wuhan 

Yellow 

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East China 

Sea 

Shanghai 

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Guilin 

Cruise 

Air 

Hong Kong 

Shanghai to Beijing X 15-day journey with 11 guided tours from £3,645 per person 

X Forbidden City, Beijing 

2020 Imperial Jewels of China 


1 Shanghai Fly from the UK to Shanghai 

2 Shanghai We meet you at Shanghai airport & take you to your 

hotel; free time to relax or explore 

3 Shanghai Old Shanghai/Bund tour; Shanghai Museum & free time; 

Chinese acrobatic performance 

4 Wuhan Fly to Wuhan; board your ship 

5 Wuhan Hubei Provincial Museum & bronze bells performance 

6 Jingzhou Viking River Cruises school visit 

7 Three Gorges Three Gorges Dam transit & facility tour 

Dam 

8 Three Gorges Goddess Stream excursion; Wu & Qutang Gorges cruising 

9 Shibaozhai Shibaozhai Temple tour 

10 Chongqing Chongqing zoo* 

Xian 

Fly to Xian; hotel check in 

11 Xian Visit the Terra Cotta Army, a UNESCO Site; optional Tang 

Dynasty Dinner & Show 

12 Beijing Fly to Beijing; hutong tour; hotel check in & free time 

13 Beijing Excursion to the Great Wall, a UNESCO Site; Sacred Way 

14 Beijing Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City; optional Legend of 

Kung Fu performance 

15 Beijing We take you from the hotel to Beijing airport 

EXPLORE MORE Extend your journey in Beijing, Guilin & Hong Kong, Tokyo 

or Shanghai. 


* Chongqing zoo excursion is only available in Shanghai - Beijing sail direction, not in the reverse 


• Return scheduled flights from 

London and up to 14 regional 

airports 

• 7-day cruise in a veranda stateroom 

• 3 nights Beijing: Kerry Hotel, Regent 

Beijing or JW Marriott; 2 nights 

Xian: Hilton, Sheraton or Wyndham 

Grand; 2 nights Shanghai: Westin, 

Ritz-Carlton or Four Seasons (or 

similar) 




specialities with select meals at local 

restaurants 




• 3 Intra-China flights 

• Culture Curriculum: Listen to the 

sound of the Hubei bells; attend 

lectures on the Yangtze River & 

current affairs; see a Chinese tea 

ceremony; learn a few Chinese 

words; hone your skills at mahjong 

& tai chi; experience a Chinese 

market 



For a full list of included features 

and amenities, visit our website. 

X Walk along the Great Wall 


Imperial Jewels of China 

SHANGHAI TO BEIJING X 15 Days 

Mist-shrouded mountains and towering gorges, ancient temples and pagodas, beguiling landscapes and 

dynamic cities. China promises a journey like no other. On this 15-day cruise-and-stay journey, you’ll sail 

the mighty Yangtze through timeless scenery. You’ll also explore key highlights, from dynamic Shanghai 

to Beijing’s Forbidden City. Experience this unique and astonishing country with Viking and discover the 

best of both worlds, on a journey that is out of this world. 

Days 1-2 Shanghai 

Following your overnight flight 

from the UK to Shanghai (day 1), 

we pick you up from the airport 

and take you to your hotel. Your 

second day is free for you to relax, 

or head out and explore exciting 

Shanghai. If Beijing is China’s 

past, then Shanghai is its future. 

The country’s largest city is a 

global metropolis where, on the 

waterfront, colonial-era buildings 

are framed by towering skyscrapers. 

Named the ‘New York City’ of 

China, Shanghai offers a wealth of 

museums, galleries and a vibrant 

arts scene to entertain you, 

as well as fantastic shopping. 

X Shanghai 

Day 3 Shanghai 

Your day begins with a tour of 

Old Shanghai and a visit to the 

Bund, the city’s elegant waterfront 

promenade that offers great views. 

You’ll also visit the exquisite 

Yuyuan Garden, a peaceful oasis 

that dates back to the 16th century 

and the Ming Dynasty. After 

lunch in a local restaurant, visit a 

silk workshop to see a silk carpet 

being made, and tour the Shanghai 

Museum with its world-class 

collections of ceramics, bronzes and 

paintings. Enjoy a dinner in a local 

restaurant, followed by a dazzling 

performance from the Shanghai 

Acrobatic Troupe (B, L, D) 

Day 4 Shanghai and Wuhan 

After breakfast, we fly you to Wuhan, 

capital of Hubei Province and an 

important site of the Republican 

Revolution. Wuhan was also where 

merchants of old set out along the 

Yangtze on trade missions. Here, 

we take you to your ship, docked 

close to Wuhan’s historic waterfront. 

Settle in and relax, and enjoy 

exploring your lovely ship. (B, L, D) 

Day 5 Wuhan 

Today brings the opportunity 

to visit the acclaimed Hubei 

Provincial Museum, which houses a 

fascinating collection of bronzes and 

lacquerware, and artefacts dating 

back to 400 BC. The museum is 

also home to the world’s heaviest 

musical instruments; a set of 

ancient chimes and bells whose 

sound is far from heavy. Enjoy a 

mesmerising performance of these 

harmonious instruments. 

Day 6 Jingzhou 

Enjoy a morning sailing before 

arriving in Jingzhou, seat of 

20 emperors during the Zhou 

Dynasty. Enjoy an exclusive visit 

to a Viking-sponsored primary 

school where you can meet the 

children and gain an interesting 

insight into education in rural 

China. The children will treat 

you to a charming song and dance 

performance. (B, L, D) 

Day 7 Three Gorges 

This morning, disembark for 

a fascinating tour of the Three 

Gorges Dam, the world’s largest 

hydroelectric dam, which took 

20 years to build. Learn what the 

dam means to the Chinese people, 

and how it prevents the Yangtze 

from flooding. Sail though the 

five-stage locks of this remarkable 

construction for close-up views. 

(B, L, D) 

Day 8 Wu Gorge 

For 150 miles, travel the most scenic 

stretch of the Yangtze through the 

spectacular Three Gorges. Wu Gorge 

is renowned for its mist-shrouded 

mountains and the legendary Twelve 

Peaks. You’ll board a sampan for a 

leisurely ride to the Goddess Stream, 

and glide along one of the most 

picturesque and beautiful waterways 

in all of China. This afternoon, sail 

through the stunning Qutang Gorge. 

(B, L, D) 


DID YOU KNOW? 

Encounter Ancient Warriors 

In Xian, tour the mausoleum where Emperor Qin Shi Huang was laid to rest over 2,000 years 

ago, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There, see some of the thousands of life-sized Terra 

Cotta Warriors that were buried with him. Walkways provide a bird’s-eye view of the manmade 

necropolis where the Terra Cotta Army was discovered in the 1970s. Marvel at each man and 

horse, moulded with its own distinctive features. 


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X Explore Shanghai 

Day 9 Shibaozhai 

Visit Shibaozhai Temple, a Qing 

Dynasty architectural masterpiece 

that was built in 1650. Translated 

as ‘Precious Stone Fortress’, the 

temple has been constructed 

without nails. The 12-storey 

red pavilion offers breathtaking 

views of the river, and was once 

inaccessible except by chain lift. 

The afternoon brings more scenic 

sailing along this fabled river. 

(B, L, D) 

Day 10 Chongqing and Xian 

After breakfast, disembark your 

ship and enjoy a brief tour of 

Chongqing, the largest city in 

Western China. Visit Chongqing 

Zoo* to see the giant pandas and 

other exotic species. After lunch, 

fly to Xian, key city of the Tang 

Dynasty. From 618 to 907 AD, 

this dynasty presided over one 

of China’s most glorious cultural 

periods. Enjoy dinner and relax 

at your hotel. (B, L, D) 

Day 11 Xian 

Xian’s history stretches back more 

than 3,100 years and it was China’s 

capital for 12 imperial dynasties. 

Explore what is probably China’s 

greatest archaeological treasure, the 

Qin Mausoleum. Here, Emperor 

Qin Shi Huang was entombed 

more than 2,000 years ago with 

thousands of life-sized Terra Cotta 

Warriors. Your guided tour brings 

to life the history of this vast and 

impressive site. (B, L, D) 

Day 12 Xian and Beijing 

This morning, fly to Beijing where 

you can settle in to your hotel and 

enjoy a tour of old Beijing as you 

ride a traditional rickshaw through 

the city’s historic streets of hutongs. 

These are traditional homes with 

courtyards around which local 

families have lived for generations. 

It’s a wonderful insight into the 

daily life of this close community. 

(B, L, D) 

Day 13 Beijing 

Travel to the nearby Badaling Hills 

to see one of the best preserved 

sections of the Great Wall – at 

5,000 miles long, it was built 

between the 5th century BC and 

16th century AD. Explore its 

winding pathways and enjoy the 

panoramic views. Lunch is served 

in a local restaurant before visiting 

Sacred Way, an elegant treelined 

avenue leading to the Ming 

Dynasty tombs. In the evening, 

dine and relax in your hotel, or 

enjoy an optional Peking duck 

dinner. (B, L, D) 


In China’s grand imperial capital, 

visit Tiananmen Square, the 

world’s largest public square. 

At its north end is Tiananmen 

Tower, once the formal entrance 

to the Forbidden City. Tour this 

UNESCO World Heritage Site, 

home to nearly 1,000 buildings. 

Explore its opulent palaces, pavilions 

courtyards and gardens. After lunch 

in a local restaurant, enjoy free time 

to explore more of Beijing. (B, L, D) 


After breakfast, we take you to 

Beijing airport for your return 

flight to the UK. (B) 


direction. Port sequence, places visited, 

tours and times may vary or be different to 

those shown above. 

Chongqing zoo excursion is only available 

in Shanghai - Beijing sail direction, not in 

the reverse. 

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Shanghai 


Give yourself extra time to explore this fascinating 

modern metropolis, plus discover the classical 

gardens and canals of Suzhou. Two additional 

nights at your Shanghai hotel, daily breakfasts and 

a guided tour of one of Suzhou’s famous classical 

gardens with a canal ride and lunch are all included 

in this fully escorted land programme. 

Beijing 


Enjoy more time to explore this once imperial 

capital while visiting a number of its iconic sites. 

Two additional nights at your Beijing hotel, daily 

breakfasts and one lunch and a half-day tour to 

the Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven are all 

included in this fully escorted land programme. 


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on page 123. 

See pages 128-135 for terms and conditions. Prices per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplements 100%. Flight upgrades from £700pp, subject to 

availability. 


A Chinese Visa must be obtained in advance of travel to partake in this itinerary. Please note that current Chinese visa regulations 

require you to visit a Visa Processing Centre in either London, Edinburgh or Manchester to provide your fingerprints in person, 

as part of the visa process. Approximate cost to obtain a visa is £282.40pp. Guests who exceed 70 years of age at the time of 

submitting their application, do not need to provide fingerprints. 

Please note that the cost and process to obtain a Chinese visa can change at any time. Details shown above are correct at the time of going to print. 


Châteaux, Rivers & Wine 

Discover the ports, vineyards, farms and forests of Aquitaine, once Europe’s richest kingdom. 

See the fountains, docklands and cellars of Bordeaux. Hunt for truffles in Périgord, then taste 

them in a home-cooked farmhouse meal. Learn how to create your own personal blend of 

Cognac at the Camus distillery. Pluck and savour some of France’s most coveted oysters fresh 

from the bay at Arcachon. Sip Saint-Émilion, Médoc and Sauternes in their own terroir on an 

eight-day cruise through Bordeaux—the region whose appellations are synonymous with fine 

wine, and finer living. 


Loire Valley 

Paris 

N 

Cruise 

Cognac 

GIRONDE 

FRANCE 

Pauillac 

Blaye 

Bourg Libourne 

Saint-Émilion 

Bordeaux 

Bergerac 

GARONNE 

Arcachon 

Cadillac DORDOGNE 

Bordeaux roundrip X 8-day cruise with 7 guided tours from £1,795 per person 

X Saint Émilion 

2020 Châteaux, Rivers & Wine 


1 Bordeaux We meet you at Bordeaux airport & take you 

to your ship; free time; evening walk to 

Place de la Bourse 

2 Bordeaux Tour of city centre, a UNESCO Site 

Cadillac Evening at leisure 

3 Cadillac Tour of Cadillac, excursion to Sauternes wine 

region & wine tasting 

Garonne & Afternoon cruising through 

Dordogne this scenic region 

4 Libourne Libourne guided walk or optional Historic 

Saint-Émilion & Château Vineyard Visit 

Saint-Émilion Saint-Émilion & Pomerol wine region tour 

5 Bourg Morning at leisure 

Blaye Tour of Blaye Citadel, a UNESCO Site 

6 Pauillac Médoc & Margaux wine country visit with wine 

tasting; dinner at Château Kirwan 

7 Gironde River Morning cruising 

Bordeaux Afternoon at leisure or optional Le Marché des 

Capucins excursion 

8 Bordeaux We take you from your ship to Bordeaux airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey in the Loire Valley or Paris. 

Please Note: The Dordogne, Garonne and Gironde Rivers are part of a tidal river system 

which results in changing water levels in the region. Every effort is made to keep the 

scheduled itinerary, however, based on tides it may be amended or modified as required. 













Performances; enjoy sampling Bordeaux 

wines; participate in classes from a master 

sommelier; learn “how to say it in French” 







• Historic Saint-Émilion & Château 

Vineyard Visit Stroll Libourne’s market, 

visit Saint-Émilion & tour Château 

Siaurac’s vineyards, plus enjoy a tasting 

• Le Marché des Capucins Accompany an 

onboard chef on a shopping excursion, 

experiencing France’s unique market 

culture 



X Place de la Bourse, Bordeaux 



Beautiful Bordeaux 

Bordeaux’s 18th-century urban areas 

and poetically named Port of the 

Moon comprise a UNESCO World 

Heritage Site. The city’s neoclassical 

architecture, inviting public spaces 

and myriad monuments are so 

beautifully preserved that Bordeaux 

is not only an enviable destination 

but a sought-after film location as 

well. Enjoy its elegant ensemble of 

stately buildings, manicured parks, 

sidewalk cafés, graceful bridges and 

river views. 

Distinctive Delicacies 

Everyone knows that Bordeaux 

is one of the world’s leading 

wine capitals. But the region also 

offers its own unique style of 

cuisine. Near the Atlantic coast, 

there is excellent seafood along 

with delectable French classics 

and a wide variety of cheeses. 

Sausages, lamb, goose and pork 

are prepared with subtle Basque 

flavours. Specialities include fresh 

Atlantic oysters, Cèpes de Bordeaux 

(mushrooms) and palombe (wood 

pigeon). Top off your meal with 

Bordeaux’s famous chocolate 

truffles, or cannelé cakes made 

with vanilla and rum — and a 

sweet Sauternes or smooth 

Cognac. 

X Explore vineyards in Saint-Émilion 

Historic Saint-Émilion 

With a population of about 2,500, 

Saint-Émilion is a UNESCO 

Site — as much for its wine-making 

heritage as for its superb medieval 

streets and buildings. Spend a 

delightful afternoon exploring 

the town’s churches, gardens and 

shops and tasting local vintages 

like Château Ausone, Cheval Blanc 

and Pomerol. 

X Experience regional wine tasting 

EXPLORE MORE 


Loire Valley 


Drive through the scenic countryside to Orléans, a UNESCO Site. 

Visit two of the region’s best-known and most beautiful châteaux. 

One night at the Le Méridien Etoile Paris and two nights at the 

Clarion Château Belmont (or similar), daily breakfasts, guided 

tours of Orléans and Tours plus châteaux visits and hotel/ship 

transfers are included in this fully escorted package. 

Note: This is a pre-cruise extension. 

Paris 


Browse the art in the Louvre or stroll along the Champs-Élysées. 

Ascend the Eiffel Tower for a view of the “City of Light.” Three 

nights at the Le Méridien Etoile (or similar), daily breakfasts, city 

tour and hotel/ship transfers are included along with the services 


Ask about our Premium Plus Hotel experience. Note: This is a post-cruise extension. 


Châteaux, Rivers & Wine BORDEAUX ROUNDTRIP X 8 Days / 7 Guided Tours 


SAVE 

£1,000pp 

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Juno Beach 

Gold Beach 

Omaha Beach 

Rouen 

Vernon 

Les Andelys 

Giverny 

Mantes-la-Jolie 

Paris 

SEINE 

FRANCE 

Paris roundrip X 8-day cruise with 7 guided tours from £2,895 per person 

X The Louvre, Paris 

2020 Paris & the Heart of Normandy 

DAY DESTINATION 

ACTIVITIES 


1 Paris (Le Pecq) We meet you at Paris airport & take you to your 

ship; free time 

2 Paris Panoramic city tour including landmarks along 

the Seine, a UNESCO Site, or optional Highlights of 

Paris & the Louvre tour 

3 Giverny Monet Foundation excursion touring the 

home & gardens of Claude Monet 

Vernon Guided city walk 

4 Seine River Scenic cruising through France’s Normandy region 

Rouen Walking tour through the medieval city centre 

5 Rouen Normandy Beaches excursion & Normandy 

American Cemetery; evening at leisure 

6 Les Andelys Guided walk to Château Gaillard 

Seine River Scenic cruising through northern France 

7 Mantes-la-Jolie Château de Malmaison visit or 

optional Palace of Versailles tour; free time 

Paris (Le Pecq) Optional Paris by Night tour 

8 Paris We take you from your ship to Paris airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey in Paris, or the Loire Valley. 

Please Note: The Paris port authority assigned Viking a docking location in Le Pecq, a western 

suburb of Paris. To help maximise your time in the city centre, we are offering complimentary 

shuttles throughout your stay. 











• Culture Curriculum: Attend lectures on 

Jeanne d’Arc & French impressionists; 

learn how to say a few words en français; 

learn how to make tarte au citron 







• The Palace of Versailles Visit the 

extravagant home of French royalty, 

a UNESCO Site, plus tour the queen’s 

apartments & sprawling gardens 

• Highlights of Paris & the Louvre 

See Paris’s major sights & tour its 

renowned museum during a 

comprehensive full-day excursion 




Paris & the Heart of Normandy PARIS ROUNDTRIP X 8 Days / 7 Guided Tours 


SAVE 

£500pp 

Paris & the Heart of Normandy – The Viking Longships 



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April 7, 9, 14 

April 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 

May 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28 

June 2, 4 , 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30 

July 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 

August 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 

September 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 

October 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20 

October 22, 27, 29 

November 3 

November 5, 10, 17, 24 

December 1, 8, 15, 22 


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Kiev, Black Sea & Bucharest 

Sail the Black Sea and the Dnieper River as you follow the ancient trade route that once ran 

from Constantinople to Scandinavia. Your 12-day journey begins in historic Bucharest, Romania’s 

elegant capital; immerse yourself in its old-world charm and tree-lined boulevards. Discover 

Odessa, the “Pearl of the Black Sea,” and experience Ukraine’s enduring treasures. Admire 

riverside vistas from your ship as you explore charming cities, brimming with colourful oniondomed 

churches and steeped in tradition. 


Kiev 

DNIEPER 

UKRAINE 

Zaporozhye 

TRANSYLVANIA 

ROMANIA 

Tulcea 

Bucharest 

Constanta 

Odessa Kherson 

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N 

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Istanbul 

TURKEY 

Bucharest to Kiev X 12-day journey with 11 guided tours in 2 countries from £2,995 per person 

X Ukrainian folk costumes 

2020 Kiev, Black Sea & Bucharest 


1 Bucharest We take you from Bucharest airport 

to your hotel; free time 

2 Bucharest Panoramic city tour featuring the Palace of 

Parliament; afternoon at leisure 

3 Bucharest Hotel check-out; coach transfer to Tulcea with lunch 

& free time in Constanţa; embark your ship; free time 

4 Black Sea Cruise the Black Sea 

Odessa 

X Visit St. Sophia Cathedral in Kiev 

Panoramic city tour featuring Potemkin Steps; free time 

5 Odessa Catacombs visit; afternoon at leisure; optional 

Odessa Opera House Performance 

6 Odessa Akkerman Fortress excursion & free time 

7 Kherson Guided city tour & craft market visit; evening 

at leisure 

8 Zaporozhye Zaporozhye highlights tour; Cossack Museum of 

Khortitsa tour & Cossack horsemanship show 

9 Dnieper River Scenic cruising 

10 Kiev Panoramic city tour with St. Sophia Cathedral & 

Monastery of the Caves, a UNESCO Site; free time 

11 Kiev Folk museum; free time or Ukraine During 

World War II excursion 

12 Kiev We take you from your hotel to Kiev airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey in Bucharest & Transylvania, Vienna 

or Istanbul. 






• 2 nights at the Sheraton Bucharest 

(or similar) 








• Culture Curriculum: Attend lectures on 

the Dnieper River, history of Ukraine & 

current affairs; enjoy an onboard concert 

of Ukrainian music; learn how to make 

your own varenyky; participate in a 

vodka tasting; learn a little Ukrainian 







• Odessa Opera House Performance 

Attend a special performance at the 

Odessa Opera House, the city’s oldest 

theatre & one of the world’s most beautiful 

• Ukraine During World War II 

Uncover Ukraine’s WW II military 

history with a museum tour & see the 

Motherland Monument 





Bucharest’s Old Princely Court 

The Lipscani district harbours 

myriad charms along welcoming 

cobblestone lanes. At its centre 

stands the Old Princely Court 

and Church. Only a few walls and 

columns remain of the court, built 

in the 15th century by Vlad Tepes, 

also known as “Vlad Dracula.” 

The oldest document calling 

Bucharest by name, signed by the 

Vlad himself, was discovered here. 

The Old Court Church next door 

is the oldest in Bucharest and was 

once the coronation venue 

for Romanian princes. 

Cossack Culture 

Rich in history, the island of 

Khortitsa was first mentioned 

in the 10th-century writings of 

Byzantine emperor Constantine 

VII. The highlight of the Cossack 

Museum of Khortitsa’s interesting 

historic exhibits depicts the 

enduring legacy of the region’s 

proud Cossack people. After 

visiting, enjoy a special show of 

Cossack horsemanship, music 

and dance. 

Potemkin Steps 

Odessa’s most iconic symbol, the 

Potemkin Steps, was made world 

X Visit the Romanian Athenaeum in Bucharest 

famous by the historical film 

Battleship Potemkin. The massive 

outdoor staircase was completed 

in 1841, providing this port city 

on a high plateau with convenient 

access to the sea. Visitors today can 

enjoy glorious views of Odessa’s 

bay and harbour from the 192 

stairs—refurbished in 1933 with 

rose-gray granite—or opt for the 

modern escalator alongside them. 

X See a Cossack show in Ukraine 

EXPLORE MORE 


Istanbul 


Discover where East meets West in timeless Istanbul as you visit 

the spectacular “Blue Mosque,” legendary Hagia Sophia and 

Topkapi Palace. Three nights at the Conrad Istanbul (or similar), 

daily breakfasts, 4 guided tours, Istanbul/Kiev flight and all 

transfers are included in this fully escorted land programme. 

Vienna 


Experience the opulence of Vienna, one of Europe’s 

most glittering cultural capitals; enjoy its famous 

museums, cafés, concert halls, palaces and grand 

monuments. Three nights at the InterContinental 

Vienna (or similar), daily breakfasts and hotel/ship 

transfers are included along with the services of a 

dedicated Viking host. 

Bucharest & Transylvania 


Encounter Romania’s mysterious Transylvania 

region. Visit Peleş Castle, plus tour the famed 

Dracula Castle. One night at the Sheraton Bucharest 

and two nights at the Kronwell Braşov (or similar), 

daily breakfasts, Bucharest city tour and castle tours 

and hotel/ship transfers are included along with the 



Kiev, Black Sea & Bucharest BUCHAREST TO KIEV X 12 Days / 11 Guided Tours / 2 Countries 


SAVE 

£1,000pp 

Kiev, Black Sea & Bucharest – Viking Sineus 



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May 10 

May 17, 28 

June 4, 15, 22 

July 3, 10, 21 ,28 

August 8, 15, 26 

September 2, 13, 20 

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from £750pp, subject to availability. 

Please note that travellers to the Ukraine must hold valid travel insurance, a valid passport with at least 6 months until the expiry dates and one blank visa 

page, documents to show purpose of trip and onward travel documents.. 


Magnificent Mekong 

From Vietnam’s bustling cities to the tranquillity of Cambodia, explore the history culture and 

natural beauty of these two extraordinary lands on Viking’s 17-day cruise-and-stay journey. In 

Cambodia, discover Angkor Wat and ancient Khmer architecture, lush riverside landscapes and 

the elegant capital of Phnom Penh. In Vietnam, explore the floating markets of the Mekong 

Delta, gracious Hanoi and dynamic Ho Chi Minh City. Asia’s road less travelled, the fabled 

Mekong flows through leafy jungle, ancient temples, exciting cities and serene scenery. 

Every day brings an unforgettable new discovery. 


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Angkor Wat 

Siem Reap 

Bangkok 

TONLE SAP LAKE 

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Gulf 

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Tonkin 

MEKONG 

Kampong Cham 

South 

China 

Sea 

Phnom Penh Cái Be Ho Chi Minh City 

Tân Châ u 

(Saigon) 

Gulf Sa Ðéc 

My ˜ Tho 

of 

MEKONG 

Thailand 

Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City X 17-day journey with 16 guided tours in 2 countries from £3,645 per person 

2020 Magnificent Mekong 


1 Hanoi Fly from the UK to Hanoi 

2 Hanoi We meet you at Hanoi airport & take you to your 


3 Hanoi City tour with “Hanoi Hilton” prison & Temple of 

Literature; afternoon at leisure 

4 Hanoi Hotel check-out; fly to Siem Reap 

Siem Reap Hotel check-in; evening Apsara dance show 

5 Siem Reap See Angkor Wat, a UNESCO Site, & Bayon Temple 

6 Siem Reap Tour Ta Prohm Temple & Banteay Srey Temple; 

visit an elementary school 

7 Siem Reap Hotel check-out; coach transfer 

Kampong Cham Embark your ship 

8 Kampong Cham Excursion to Twin Holy Mountains of Phnom Pros 

& Phnom Srey; silk-weaving village visit 

9 Phnom Penh Cyclo tour featuring Royal Palace & National Museum 

visit; Killing Fields excursion or afternoon at leisure 

10 Phnom Penh Visit to Cambodian villages & Udon Monastery 

11 Mekong River Scenic cruising 

12 Tân Châu Traditional town visit & rickshaw ride; Vinh Hoa 

island tour 

13 Sa Ðéc/Cái Bè Sampan boat excursion & floating market 

14 Mỹ Tho Disembark; transfer to your hotel with Cu Chi 

Tunnels tour 

Ho Chi Minh City Hotel check-in & evening at leisure 

15 Ho Chi Minh City Panoramic city tour & market visit; free time 

16 Ho Chi Minh City We take you from your hotel to Ho Chi Minh City airport 

17 UK 

X Phnom Penh 


• Return scheduled flights from London, 

Birmingham, Glasgow or Manchester 


• 2 nights Ho Chi Minh City: Sofitel Saigon 

Plaza; 3 nights Siem Reap: Sofitel Angkor 

Phokeethra; 2 nights Hanoi: Sofitel 

Metropole (or similar) 




specialities with select meals at local 

restaurants 




• Culture Curriculum: Attend an Apsara 

dance show in Siem Reap; enjoy 

lectures on current affairs in Vietnam 

& Cambodia; visit a local school 

• Free internet service (connection speed 

may vary) 





EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey in Hanoi & Ha Long Bay or Bangkok. 


X Stone carvings, Angkor Wat 



Angkor Wat 

This 12th-century temple 

complex is simply staggering. The 

national symbol of Cambodia, it 

is described as the eighth wonder 

of the world. Its name translates 

as ‘heaven on earth’. Gaze in awe 

at carvings of giant gentle faces, 

and images depicted in bas-relief. 

Back to school 

As everyone knows, education 

is one of the best ways to help 

lift a community out of poverty. 

From Siem Reap, visit a Vikingsponsored 

school that helps provide 

the young people of the village 

with the education they deserve. 

X Angkor Wat temple 

Floating markets 

In the vast Mekong Delta, the 

floating markets at Cái Bè present 

extraordinary colours, sounds, 

X Floating Market, Vietnam 

sights and scents. A sampan ride 

through these natural waterways is 

the best way to get up close to the 

boatmen and women selling their 

wares. 

Ho Chi Minh City 

With its French colonial 

architecture, traditional pagodas, 

incense-infused temples, 

21st-century skyscrapers and 

futuristic shopping malls, HCMC 

is high-energy Vietnam at its most 

captivating. The best of both 

worlds in one exciting city. 

X Siem Reap schoolchildren 

EXPLORE MORE 


Hanoi and Ha Long Bay 

2 NIGHTS FROM £449PP 

Begin or end your journey in Southeast Asia with 

a ride through the verdant farmlands of the Red 

River Delta from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, then board 

a traditional wooden junk for an afternoon cruise 

and learn about the bay’s features, history and 

ecosystem. One night in the Lotte Hotel Hanoi (or 

similar) and one night at Vinpearl Ha Long Bay 

Resort (or similar), daily breakfasts, Ha Long Bay 

Cruise and services of a dedicated Viking host. 

Bangkok 

3 NIGHTS FROM £749PP 

Enjoy ample time to explore Bangkok, Thailand’s 

dynamic capital. Visit ancient palaces, temples, 

parks and museums; attend a traditional dance 

and theatre performance; or take advantage of 

world-class shopping. Three nights at Shangri- 

La Hotel, Bangkok (or similar), daily breakfast, 

two guided tours and hotel/ship transfers are 

included along with the services of a dedicated 

Viking host. 


Magnificent Mekong HANOI TO HO CHI MINH CITY X 17 Days / 16 Guided Tours / 2 Countries 


SAVE 

£750pp 

Magnificent Mekong – Viking Mekong 



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August 2, 6, 16, 20, 30 

September 3, 13, 17 

October 1, 11, 15, 25, 29 

November 8, 12, 22, 26 

December 6, 10, 20, 24 

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subject to availability. 


Vietnam and Cambodia visas must be arranged in advance from an approximate cost of £241.40 per person. 

Please note that the cost and process to obtain a Vietnamese and Cambodian visa can change at any time. Details shown above are correct at the time 

of going to print. 


Pharaohs & Pyramids 

Immerse yourself in the magnificent icons and rich legacies of Egypt during a remarkable 12-day 

journey. During a three-night Cairo stay, marvel at the Great Pyramids of Giza, the treasures 

of the Egyptian Museum and more. Spend seven nights cruising the legendary Nile, pausing to 

explore breathtaking temples and tombs of pharaohs. Along the way, fully experience Egypt’s 

vibrant culture, touring fragrant spice markets with a local, sailing the Nile by traditional 

felucca and visiting Nubians in their home and at a local school. Join Viking and our expert 

Egyptologists as we bring you to the heart of this warm and welcoming country. 


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Red 

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Cairo roundtrip X 12-day journey with 11 guided tours 

X Pyramids, Cairo 

2021 Pharaohs & Pyramids 


1 Cairo We meet you at Cairo airport & take you to 

your hotel 

2 Cairo Guided visit to the Step Pyramid at Sakkara; tour 

Great Pyramids & Sphinx; camel ride 

3 Cairo Panoramic city tour with the Museum of Egyptian 

Antiquities; Citadel & Mosque of Muhammad Ali 

4 Cairo Fly to Luxor; Temple of Karnak & Luxor tour 

Luxor Embark your ship 

5 Luxor Valley of the Kings tour; Hatshepsut Temple visit 

6 Qena Guided visit to the Dendera Temple complex 

7 Esna Tour the Temple of Khnum 

8 Aswan Morning at leisure; felucca ride on the Nile, Aswan 

Dam & spice market visit; optional Temples at Abu 

Simbel tour 

9 Aswan Philae Temple, Nubian Village, local school 

& home-hosted visit 

Nile River Scenic cruising 

Kom Ombo Tour of Kom Ombo Temple 

10 Edfu Temple of Horus guided visit 

Nile River Scenic cruising 

Luxor Evening at leisure 

11 Luxor Fly to Cairo 

Cairo Hotel check-in; afternoon at leisure or 

optional Coptic Quarter & Jewish Synagogue tour 

12 Cairo We take you from your hotel to Cairo airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey in Jerusalem or Jordan. 




• 3 nights Cairo: Ritz-Carlton & 1 night Cairo: 

InterContinental CityStars (or similar) 




specialities 




• 2 Intra-Egypt flights 

• Culture Curriculum: Enjoy the in-depth 

narration by our Egyptologist guides; 

attend a Nubian evening on board; ride 

a camel 







• The Temples at Abu Simbel Step 

into Egypt’s storied past at Abu Simbel, 

a UNESCO-listed temple complex with 

imposing statues of Ramses II 

• Coptic Quarter & Jewish Synagogue 

Explore the winding alleys of Coptic 

Cairo, see Ben Ezra Synagogue & visit 

the Hanging Church 



X The Sphinx in Giza 



with Egyptian royalty. Experience 

the grandeur on your tour of this 

great site. 

X See the Ramses II statue in Luxor 

Luxor 

The site of the ancient city of 

Thebes, Luxor is known as 

the “world’s greatest open air 

museum,” with the ruins of 

the Karnak and Luxor temple 

complexes standing within its 

borders. No other city reached the 

glory of Thebes, which flourished 

for 500 years. It was also home to 

the god Amun, a deity associated 

The Lifeblood of Egypt 

In a land known for drought, the 

Nile has always had extraordinary 

power, giving life to generations 

and setting the rhythm by which 

Egyptians live. It rises south of the 

Equator out of the Blue Nile and 

the White Nile and pours endlessly 

north into the Mediterranean Sea. 

Travelling over 4,000 miles, it is 

the world’s longest watercourse 

and is regarded as the father of 

African rivers. 

The Temple of Horus 

In the form of a falcon, a colossal 

statue of the god Horus greets 

you at the door, while columns, 

walls and doorways, covered in 

X Journey along the Nile River 

reliefs, read like an encyclopedia 

on ancient Egyptian thought. The 

most complete and best-preserved 

temple in Egypt, the Temple of 

Horus was constructed between 

237 BC and 57 BC. Horus was 

introduced to Egypt circa 3500 

BC, and later was promoted to 

king of the Egyptian gods. 

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Jerusalem 

4 NIGHTS FROM £1,499PP 

Visit Jerusalem’s historic, archaeological and holy sites including 

the Temple Mount, Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Bethlehem’s 

Church of the Nativity. Spend a full day exploring Jerusalem’s Old 

City. Four nights at the King David Hotel (or similar), 8 meals 

including daily breakfasts, three full-day tours, Tel Aviv-Cairo flight 

and hotel/airport transfers are included in this fully escorted 

pre-cruise land programme. 

Jordan–Petra, Dead Sea & Amman 

4 NIGHTS FROM £1,449PP 

Extend your travels to scenic, historic Jordan. See Roman 

antiquities at Jerash, and visit the “lost city” of Petra. Enjoy guided 

tours of Petra, the Dead Sea and Jordan’s capital city, Amman. 

Two nights at Petra and one night each at the Dead Sea and 

Amman, 8 meals including daily breakfasts, three full-day tours, 

Cairo-Amman flight and hotel/airport transfers are included in 

this fully escorted post-cruise land programme. 


PLEASE CALL 020 0870 7900 

FOR ADVANCE REGISTRATION FOR 2021 

X Images from top left: Camel at the Pyramids; Khnum Temple, Esna; Ramesses III Painted Relief, Medinet Habu, Theban Necropolis, Luxor, Egypt 


Viking Longships 

Viking Longships are the most award-winning class of river ships, having been recognised 

by The British Travel Awards, Cruise Critic and more. 

Built: 2012–2020 Length: 443 ft. Crew: 50 Guests: 190 Decks: 4 

Staterooms: 95 (2 Explorer Suites, 7 Veranda Suites, 39 Veranda, 22 French Balcony, 25 Standard) 

Explorer Suite (ES) 

Veranda (B) 

Standard (E) 

Veranda Suite (AA) 

French Balcony (C) 

Standard (F) 

Veranda (A) 

French Balcony (D) 

Main Deck 

Upper Deck 

Herb Garden, Middle Deck 

Sun Deck 

Solar Panels 

Shop, Reception 

Library, 

Internet 

Bridge 

Lounge 

Restaurant 

Aquavit Terrace 

VIKING 

Sun Deck 

Walking Track 

Herb Garden 

Solar Panels 

Walking Track 


Suite with a veranda & French balcony 

Upper Deck 

340 

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Internet 

Library 

Elevator 

Observation Loungelounge 

Bar 

Buffet 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Grills 

Explorer Suite 

Stateroom with a veranda 


Middle Deck 

236 

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Reception 

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Main Deck 

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Water-level staterooms have smaller windows 

• All staterooms are outside with 

river view 

• Lounge & bar with floor-to-ceiling 

glass doors that lead to an open air 

Aquavit Terrace 

• Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling 

windows for panoramic views 

• Sun Deck with shaded sitting area; 

organic herb garden & solar panels; 

and walking track 

• Library & onboard boutique 

• Lift, Middle to Upper Deck only 




• Voltage: 220V & 110V (US outlet) 

& USB ports in stateroom 

• Ecologically friendly hybrid engines 

producing less vibrations for a 

smoother ride 

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Offering You a Choice of Staterooms 

LARGEST 

SUITES IN 

EUROPE 

Wraparound veranda 


X One of two Explorer Suites 

Explorer Suite 

(ES) 

445 sq. ft. 

Full veranda Veranda 

French balcony Balcony 

X Veranda Suite 

Veranda Suite 

(AA) 

275 sq. ft. 

Full Full veranda Veranda 

French Balcony balcony 

X Veranda Stateroom 

Veranda 

(A, B) 

205 sq. ft. 

French Balcony 

(C, D) 

135 sq. ft. 

Standard 

(E, F) 

150 sq. ft. 

• Explorer Suites are 445 square feet, 

have separate sleeping & sitting 

quarters, a wraparound veranda with 

270° views a French balcony & 2 flatscreen 

TVs 

• Veranda Suites are 275 square feet, 

have separate sleeping & sitting 

quarters, a full veranda & French 

balcony & 2 flat-screen TVs 

• All staterooms & suites have 

hotel-style beds with optional 

twin-bed configuration 

• All Upper & Middle Deck staterooms 

have a full veranda or French balcony 

• Private bathroom with shower; 

premium Freyja toiletries; robes 

& slippers 

• 40" or 42" flat-screen Sony TV with 

infotainment system featuring Movies 

On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX, 

National Geographic and more 

• Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer 

& individual climate control 

Corridor configuration designs European Community 

Design #1832106-0001 to 1832106-0011. 


Viking Astrild / Viking Beyla 

Viking Astrild & Viking Beyla, new to the fleet in 2015, offer a choice of staterooms, all with Elbe River views. 

Built: 2015 Length: 361 ft. Crew: 28 Guests: 98 Decks: 3 

Staterooms: 49 (2 Veranda Suites, 19 Veranda, 14 French Balcony, 14 Standard) 


Veranda (A) 

Veranda (B) 



Standard (E) 

Upper Deck 

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terrace 

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Full veranda 

Pictured: Veranda Suite 



Main Deck 

112 

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108 

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100 

Restaurant 

117 

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113 

111 

109 

107 

105 

Buffet 

Aquavit 

terrace 

Veranda 

Suite (AA) 

250 sq. ft. 

Viking Helgrim 

These new vessels were exclusively built to sail Portugal’s Douro River. 

Buffet 

Built: 2014/2016/2019 Length: 262 ft. Crew: 36 Guests: 106 Decks: 4 

Staterooms: 53 (11 Veranda Suite, 23 Veranda, 3 French Balcony, 16 Standard) 

NEW 

SHIP 

Suite (AB) 

Veranda (B) 

Standard (E) 



Standard (F) 

Veranda (A) 


Golf 

Sun Deck 


Buffet 

Buffet 

Pool 

326 

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Upper Observation Deck lounge 

Elevator 

ReceptionShop 

Bar Observation lounge 

Elevator 

Reception Bar 

Observation lounge 

Elevator 

Reception 

Bar Observation lounge 

Elevator 

Reception 

Bar 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Full veranda 

Full veranda 



Full veranda 

Full veranda 



220 

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Elevator 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Middle Deck 

Restaurant 

Restaurant 

Restaurant 

Al Fresco 

Restaurant 

Al Fresco 

Restaurant 

Al Fresco 

Restaurant 

Al Fresco 

Restaurant 

Restaurant 

114 

112 

110 

108 

106 

104 

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100 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Main Deck 

Veranda Suite 

(AA, AB) 

302 sq. ft. 

Veranda 

(A, B) 

185 sq. ft. 


(C, D) 

150 sq. ft. 

Standard 

(E, F) 

155 sq. ft. 

115 

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Elevator 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Reception Reception Bar 

Observation Observation lounge lounge 

Aquavit 

Bar 

Terrace 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

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Al FrescoAl Fresco

Viking Legend® / Viking Prestige 

Spectacular state-of-the-art ships offering deluxe accommodations with French balconies on the 

Upper and Middle Decks and modern amenities, plus hybrid engines. 

Built: 2011/2009 Length: 443 ft. Crew: 45 Guests: 188 Decks: 4 

Staterooms: 97 (2 Suites, 67 French Balcony, 22 Standard, 6 Singles) 

Suite (AA) 

French Balcony (A) 

French Balcony (B) Standard (E) Single (CS) 


Standard (D) 

336 

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Pictured: Suite 

Library 

Bar 

Observation lounge 

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All staterooms on the Upper deck have a French balcony. 

Middle deck 

200 

Reception 

Restaurant 

Kitchen 

Suite 

(AA) 

337 sq. ft. 

French balcony French balcony 



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All staterooms on the Middle deck have a French balcony. 

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Water-level staterooms have half-height windows. 


(A, B, C) 

170 sq. ft. 

Viking Ra 

An all-suite vessel launched in 2018, specifically built to navigate the Nile. 

(AA) Veranda Suite 

Jacuzzi Pool 

Jacuzzi 

210 

211 

Restaurant 

208 

209 

(AB) Veranda Suite 

Pool Deck 

Elev. 

Upper Deck 

Elev. 

Observation Loungelounge 

306 

307 

Bar 

304 

305 

Jacuzzi 

302 

303 

Middle Deck Observation lounge 

206 

207 

104 

105 

Reception 

Elev. 

Main Deck 

Elev. 

Shop 

102 

103 

204 

205 

100 

101 

(AC) Suite 

202 

203 

Jacuzzi 

300 301 

Jacuzzi 

200 

201 

• All-suite state-of-the art ship for 

just 52 guests 

• Veranda Suites are 291 sq ft, 

feature two rooms with a veranda 

off the living room and a French 

balcony in the bedroom, and have 

two flat-panel TVs 

• Suites are 291 sq ft, feature two 

rooms–each with a large picture 

window, and have two flat-panel TVs 

Jacuzzi 

• All suites have hotel-style 

beds with optional twin-bed 

configuration 

• Sun Deck Observation with lounge 360-degree views 

and shaded sitting areas 

• Pool and two Jacuzzis 

• The Lounge and bar with floor-toceiling 

windows 

• Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling 

windows for panoramic views 

• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed 

may vary) 


Veranda Suite 

(AA, AB) 

291 sq. ft. 


Full veranda 



Viking Helgi / Viking Ingvar / Viking Truvor 

These stunning ships form the only western-owned fleet in Russia, there is no more stylish 

or comfortable way to sail Russia’s waterways. 

Refurbished: 2013/2014 Length: 423 ft. Crew: 115 Guests: 204 Decks: 5 

Staterooms: 102 (2 Suites, 2 Jr. Suites, 67 Veranda, 31 Deluxe) 

VERANDA 

STATEROOMS 

Suite (AA) 

Junior Suite (JR) 

Veranda (AX) 

Veranda (BX) 

Deluxe (CX) 

Deluxe (DX) 

Upper Deck 

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Panorama Bar 

Pictured: Veranda 

All double-occupancy staterooms on the Upper Deck have a veranda. 

Middle Deck 

Full veranda 

Full veranda 

Full veranda 

Buffet 

Buffet 

Neva Restaurant 

Elev. 

Elev. 

Elev. 

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All staterooms on the Middle Deck have a veranda. 

Elev. 

Main Deck 

Elev. 

Elev. 

Elev. 

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201 

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230 

Suite 

(AA) 

400 sq. ft. 

Veranda 

(AX) 

225 sq. ft. 

(BX) 

230 sq. ft. 

Elev. 

Viking Sineus 

Viking Sineus is fully refurbished and features verandas. 

Refurbished: 2014 Length: 423 ft. Crew: 110 Guests: 196 Decks: 5 

Staterooms: 98 (4 Suites, 2 Jr. Suites, 60 Veranda, 32 Deluxe) 

VERANDA 

STATEROOMS 

Elev. 

Suite (AA) 

Grill 

Junior Suite (JR) 

Grill 

Elev. Elev. 

Veranda (AX) 

Bar Bar 

Veranda (BX) 

Deluxe (CX) 

Deluxe (DX) 

Deluxe (EX) 

Upper Deck 

Promenade 

401 

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Panorama Panorama 

Bar Bar 

Bar 

Pictured: Veranda 

All staterooms on the Upper Deck have a veranda with sliding glass doors. 

Promenade 

Promenade 

Middle Deck 

Full veranda 

Full veranda 

Buffet 

Buffet 

Buffet 

Buffet 

Kitchen 

Elev. 

Elev. 

Buffet 

Buffet 

Neva 

Neva 

Restaurant Restaurant 

Buffet 

Buffet 

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All staterooms on the Middle Deck have a veranda with sliding glass doors. 

Main Deck 

Promenade 

Elev. Elev. 

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Shop Library Library 

Reception Reception 

Grill 

Bar 

222 

Promenade 

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Suite 

(AA) 

405 sq. ft. 

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Viking Emerald 

The stunning Viking Emerald offers all the comfort of a fine hotel, and a choice of 

veranda staterooms and suites. 

Built: 2011 Length: 361 ft. Crew: 138 Guests: 256 Decks: 5 

Staterooms: 128 (2 Explorer Suites, 14 Suites, 4 Jr. Suites, 108 Veranda) 

Explorer Suite (PS) 

Suite (AA) 

Jr. Suite (JR) 

Veranda (A) 

Veranda (B) 

Veranda (C) 

Veranda (D) 

Veranda (E) 

Veranda (F) 

Observation Deck 

515 

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Shop 

Reading 

Room 

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Lounge 

Lounge Lounge 

Bar Bar Bar Bar 

Observation 

Observation 

Lounge 

Lounge Lounge 

Pictured: Suite 

Coffee Station 

Upper Deck 

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Veranda 

Veranda 

Veranda 

Veranda 

Veranda 

Middle Deck 

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Main Deck 

Restaurant 

Reception 

Lobby 

Cruise Manager 

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Lounge 

Bar 

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202 

Observation 

Lounge 

Explorer 

Suite 

(PS) 

603 sq. ft. 

Suite 

(AA) 

301 sq. ft. 

Veranda 

(A, B, C, D, E, F) 

250 sq. ft. 

Viking Mekong 

Sail the Mekong on board an intimate ship, designed in French colonial style. 

Refurbished: 2013 Length: 168 ft. Crew: 29 Guests: 56 Decks: 4 Staterooms: 28 (2 Jr. Suites, 26 Standard) 

Jr. Suite (JR) Standard (A) Standard (B) Standard (C) 

Restaurant Middle (Lotus) Deck Bridge 

Upper (Jasmine) Deck 

Boutique 

Main Deck 

Upper (Jasmine) Deck 

311 312 

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301 302 

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Boutique 

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VIKING MEKONG 

• All staterooms are outside 

with a river view 

• Upper & Middle Deck staterooms 

have floor-to-ceiling, sliding 

French doors 

• All staterooms have hotel-style 

beds with optional twin-bed 

configuration 

• Private bathroom with shower 

• Safe, hair dryer & air conditioning 


• Sun Deck with shaded sitting area 

• Restaurant with panoramic views 

• Bar, lounge, library & 

onboard boutique 

• Free Internet service 

(connection speed may vary) 


• Voltage: 220V 

Standard 

(A, B, C) 

168 sq. ft. 

Jr Suite 

(JR) 

232 sq. ft. 

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OCEAN CRUISES 

VIKING HOMELANDS 

NORWAY 

SWEDEN 

FINLAND 

Bergen 

Eidfjord 

Oslo 

Helsinki 


North 

Sea 

Stavanger 

Ålborg 

Stockholm 

Tallinn 

ESTONIA 

RUSSIA 

DENMARK 

Baltic 

Sea 

Copenhagen 

Cruise 

Berlin 

(Warnemünde) 

Gdansk ‘ 

N 

Overnight in Port 

GERMANY 

POLAND 

STOCKHOLM TO BERGEN 

15 DAYS 11 GUIDED TOURS 8 COUNTRIES 

Sails: Apr 13, 27, 29, May 11, 16, 25, 30, 31, Jun 14, 

Jul 11, 25, 30, Aug 8, 13, 22, 23, Sep 5, 6, 19, 2020, 

Apr 22, May 6, 20, 23, Jun 3, 7, 21, 26, Jul 15, Aug 17, 

18, 31, 2021 

From: £5,290pp 

Sail the clear waters of Scandinavia and the Baltic on 

this 15-day cruise. Enjoy overnights in cosmopolitan 

Stockholm, majestic St. Petersburg and scenic Bergen. 

Stockholm (Sweden); Helsinki (Finland); 

St. Petersburg (Russia); Tallinn (Estonia); Gdańsk 

(Poland); Berlin (Germany); Copenhagen (Denmark); 

Ålborg (Denmark); Stavanger (Norway); Eidfjord 

(Norway); Bergen (Norway) 

BOOK 2020-2021 CRUISES NOW: 

Viking Star 

Prices 

From 

VERANDA £5,290 

DELUXE VERANDA £5,490 

PENTHOUSE VERANDA £6,190 

PENTHOUSE JR. SUITE £7,290 

EXPLORER SUITE £8,790 

Prices are per person. Single supplements 100%. For all category pricing 

and deck plans, see website. Prices above apply to Apr 22, 2021 departure; 

other dates may vary. This itinerary is also available in the reverse direction. 

For all other dates call us for pricing. 

EXPLORE MORE 

Make the most of your time away with one of our 

journey extensions: Stockholm, Bergen, Iceland & the 

Golden Circle or Oslo & Bergen Rail 

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TOP: BERGEN, NORWAY 

BOTTOM: ST. PETERSBURG, RUSSIA

OCEAN CRUISES 

WEST INDIES EXPLORER 

Atlantic 

Ocean 

PUERTO RICO 

San Juan 

ST. THOMAS 

Charlotte 

Amalie 

TORTOLA 

Road Town 

ST. KITTS 

& NEVIS 

Basseterre 

ST. MARTIN 

Philipsburg 

ANTIGUA 

& BARBUDA 

St. John’s 

Caribbean 

Sea 

DOMINICA 

Roseau 

ST. LUCIA 

Castries 

N 

Cruise 


BARBADOS 

Bridgetown 

SAN JUAN ROUNDTRIP 


Sails: Jan 11, 21, 31, Feb 10, Oct 30, Nov 9, 19, Dec 20, 

30, 2020, Jan 30, Feb 9, 2021 


Set sail on a roundtrip voyage from San Juan to 

explore the colourful Caribbean. Avoid the long sea 

days associated with most cruises around this region 

— allowing you to visit more ports and spend more 

time discovering rich island cultures. 

San Juan (USA); Tortola (British Virgin Islands); St. Kitts 

(St. Kitts & Nevis); Castries (St. Lucia); Bridgetown 

(Barbados); Roseau (Dominica); St. John’s (Antigua); 

Philipsburg (St. Martin); St. Thomas (US Virgin Islands); 

San Juan (USA) 


Viking Star 

Prices 

From 







and deck plans, see website. Prices above apply to 19 Nov, 2020 departure; 

other dates may vary. For all other dates call us for pricing. 

EXPLORE MORE 

Make the most of your time away with our journey 

extension in San Juan 

TOP: THE PITON’S, ST. LUCIA 

BOTTOM: SPICES, BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS 

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OCEAN CRUISES 

INTO THE MIDNIGHT SUN 

Honningsvåg 

Arctic 

Circle 

Reykjavík 

Tromsø 

Norwegian 

Sea 

Lofoten 

(Leknes) 

NORWAY 

Geiranger 

Shetland Islands 

(Lerwick) 

Orkney Islands 

(Kirkwall) 

SCOTLAND 

North 

Sea 

Bergen 

Oslo 

Edinburgh 

ENGLAND 

London 

(Greenwich) 

N 

Cruise 


BERGEN TO LONDON 


Sails: Jun 8, 13, 27, 28, Jul 12, 2020, May 24, Jun 17, 

Jul 1, 2021 


Cruise deep-cut fjords along the fabled Norwegian 

coast. Sail across the Arctic Circle where the midnight 

sun shines 24 hours a day. Then follow the path of 

Vikings from the remote beauty of North Cape to the 

windswept Shetland and Orkney Islands of Scotland. 

Bergen (Norway); Geiranger (Norway); Lofoten 

(Norway); Tromsø (Norway); Honningsvåg (Norway); 

Shetland, Islands (Scotland); Orkney Islands (Scotland); 

Edinburgh (Scotland); London (England) 


Viking Sun 

Prices 

From 







and deck plans, see website. Prices above apply to 24 May, 2021 departure; 

other dates may vary. This itinerary is also available in the reverse direction. 

For all other dates call us for pricing. 

EXPLORE MORE 


journey extensions: Bergen, Iceland & the Golden 

Circle, Oslo & Bergen Rail, Oslo & Scenic Train or 

Ultimate Iceland 

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TOP: LOFOTEN ISLANDS, NORWAY 

BOTTOM: SHETLAND ISLANDS, SCOTLAND

OCEAN CRUISES 

EMPIRES OF THE 

MEDITERRANEAN 

SLOVENIA 

Venice 

Koper 

CROATIA 

Zadar 

Cruise 


N 

ITALY 

MONTENEGRO 

Dubrovnik 

Kotor 

Adriatic 

Sea 

Ionian 

Sea 

Corfu 

(Kérkyra) 

GREECE 

Katakolon 

Aegean 

Sea 

Athens 

(Piraeus) 

Mediterranean 

Sea 

Santorini 

(Thíra) 

VENICE TO ATHENS 


Sails: Jun 29, Jul 8, Oct 16, 2020; Mar 28, Apr 6, May 9, 

28, Jun 30, Jul 9, Aug 11, 20, 2021 


Ten days. Nine magnificent destinations. One epic 

journey. Cruise the Adriatic and Aegean, taking in all 

the riches of this fabled region. 

Venice (Italy); Koper (Slovenia); Zadar (Croatia); 

Dubrovnik (Croatia); Kotor (Montenegro); Corfu 

(Greece); Katakolon (Greece); Santorini (Greece); 

Athens (Greece). 


Viking Sea 

Prices 

From 







and deck plans, see website. Prices above apply to Mar 28, 2021 departure; 

other dates may vary. Some departures are in the reverse direction. For all 

other dates call us for pricing. 

EXPLORE MORE 


journey extensions: Ultimate Italy – Tuscany, Florence 

& Siena, Ultimate Italy – Lake Como & Verona, Venice, 

Como & the Italian Lakes, Classic Greece or Athens 

TOP: ATHENS, GREECE 

BOTTOM: SANTORINI, GREECE 

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BOOKING CONDITIONS 

These Booking Conditions apply to all bookings which are confirmed as accepted by us on or after 01 July 2019. In respect of any 

other bookings accepted by us prior to this date please contact us for booking conditions that apply to your particular bookings. 

INTRODUCTION 

Your contract is with Viking River Cruises UK Limited, 

a company registered in England and 

Wales (Co.No.01283655) whose registered office is 

at Nelsons House, 83 Wimbledon Park Side, London, 

SW19 5LP. 

Your contract incorporates these Booking Conditions 

and by making a booking with us you confirm your 

acceptance of these Booking Conditions. 

‘Viking’, ‘Viking Cruises’, ‘Viking River Cruises’ 

and ‘Viking Ocean Cruises’ are trading names of 

Viking River Cruises UK Limited. 

Your contract will constitute a package under the 

Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements 

Regulations 2018 (“Regulations”) and set out at 

the end of these Booking Conditions is a summary of 

your key rights under the Regulations. 

In the unlikely event of any conflict between these 

Booking Conditions and the provisions of the 

Regulations, the provisions of the Regulations shall 

take precedence. 

A. BOOKING AND PAYMENT 

A1. YOUR RESERVATION 

A1.1 When you make a booking and pay your 

deposit or full payment (as applicable), we will 

reserve your travel arrangements on the basis of 

these Booking Conditions. Your booking will be 

taken as confirmed in respect of all persons named 

on your booking and a binding contract between us 

will come into existence only upon the earlier of (a) 

our sending our Confirmation Invoice and/or ATOL 

Certificate to you or your Travel Agent or (b) the issue 

of tickets in your name. Prior to doing so, we or your 

Travel Agent may send you an acknowledgement of 

your booking. Any such acknowledgement simply 

indicates that we are dealing with your booking 

request and is not a confirmation of it. 

A1.2 Please check your Confirmation Invoice and/ 

or any ATOL Certificate together with all other 

documents we or your Travel Agent send you as 

soon as you receive them. Contact us or your Travel 

Agent immediately if any information which appears 

on the Confirmation Invoice and/or ATOL Certificate 

or elsewhere appears to be incorrect or incomplete, 

as it may not be possible to make changes later. We 

regret we cannot accept any responsibility if we are 

not notified of any inaccuracies in any document 

within ten days of our sending it out (five days for 

tickets). Whilst we will do our best to rectify any 

inaccuracies notified outside these time limits, 

you will be responsible for any costs and expenses 

involved in doing so except where we made the 

mistake and there is good reason why you did not 

contact us within the above time limits. 

A1.3 Normally your cabin number will be advised at 

the time of booking or on the Confirmation Invoice 

but this is not guaranteed and may be altered at any 

time. 

A1.4 At the time of booking we may not be able 

to confirm your exact air or rail arrangements due 

to airline and rail operator booking restrictions. 

However your Confirmation Invoice and/or ATOL 

Certificate will detail those arrangements reserved 

for you and/ or those arrangements provisionally 

reserved for you and/or those arrangements we 

intend to reserve for you. Please note flights may be 

indirect and that some airlines charge for luggage 

separately. In addition your arrangements may be 

subject to change by the relevant airline or train 

operator. Please also note we cannot confirm or 

guarantee specific airline or rail seat numbers. 

A1.5 Any contract is with the “Lead Name” as shown 

on the Booking Form. We can only accept a booking 

if the Lead Name is at least 18 years old on or before 

the date of departure. Please note that you must be 

aged 21 or over in order to purchase or consume 

alcoholic beverages whilst on board our vessels. 

A1.6 The Lead Name is responsible for ensuring that 

other members of his/her party are aware of these 

Booking Conditions and that they consent to him/ 

her acting on their behalf in dealings with us. 

A1.7 If for any reason you did not see a copy of these 

Booking Conditions when you made your booking 

and, having now seen them, you now wish to cancel 

your booking then you may do so by returning all 

documentation to us or your Travel Agent within 7 

days of receipt of these Booking Conditions and all 

monies provided by you shall be returned provided 

that travel has not commenced. Cancellation under 

this sub-clause is not permitted if your booking was 

made less than 10 weeks prior to travel commencing. 

A2. OUR PRICE POLICY AND PAYMENT TERMS 

A2.1 We reserve the right to alter prices shown in 

any of our brochures or in any website and we will 

inform you of any price changes prior to the issue of 

our Confirmation Invoice and/or ATOL Certificate. 

Once our Confirmation Invoice and/or ATOL 

Certificate has been issued then, save in the case of 

manifest error, any price changes may only be made 

in accordance with the remaining provisions of these 

Booking Conditions. 

A2.2 When you make your booking you are required 

to pay a deposit of 25% of the total price. If your 

travel is due to commence within 10 weeks of your 

booking then the total price shall be payable at the 

time of booking. In any event the balance of the 

total price of your travel arrangements must be paid 

at least 10 weeks prior to travel commencing. Your 

booking will not be confirmed until we receive your 

deposit and if the balance is not paid by the due 

date then we shall cancel your booking and retain 

any deposit. Any monies paid to any Travel Agent 

in relation to your booking are held by such Travel 

Agent on our behalf at all times. 

A2.3 Once you have paid your deposit and our 

Confirmation Invoice and/or ATOL Certificate is 

issued the price of your travel arrangements is fully 

guaranteed and will not be subject to any surcharges 

or alteration (save in the case of manifest error or 

changes requested by you to travel arrangements 

are made and where additional costs are incurred). 

However if we do not receive the balance of the total 

price of your travel arrangements when due, your 

booking may be cancelled pursuant to clause A2.2 

and any re-booking may well be at a higher price. 

A2.4 Please note that from time to time airlines 

alter their baggage allowance policies and this may 

occur after we issue our Confirmation Invoice and/ 

or the ATOL certificate. We have no control over any 

such changes and you will be responsible for any 

additional charges that the relevant airline may levy 

in respect of checked-in luggage that exceeds any 

limits in such altered baggage allowance policy. 

A3. WHAT IS INCLUDED AND EXCLUDED IN THE COST 

OF YOUR HOLIDAY 

A3.1 The details of what is included in the cost of 

your holiday is set out in the individual tour package 

details in our brochure or on our website. 

A3.2 Any further items or services purchased on 

board are not included in the costs of your holiday. 

B. CHANGES AND CANCELLATION BY US 

B1. IF WE CHANGE YOUR TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS 

BEFORE DEPARTURE 

B1.1 We hope and expect to be able to provide you 

with all the services we have confirmed to you in our 

Confirmation Invoice and/or ATOL Certificate. 

On occasions changes do have to be made (for 

example due to river conditions such as high or low 

water levels, lock closures, local mooring restrictions 

or adverse weather conditions) and we reserve the 

right to make these. Most of these changes are minor. 

However, if we consider them a “Significant Change” 

we will endeavour to advise you or your Travel Agent 

as soon as reasonably possible. A Significant Change 

includes, purely by way of example, a change of 

accommodation to that of a lower category and/ 

or price, a change of flight or rail times of more than 

12 hours, a change of UK departure location, or a 

significant change of destination or cruise itinerary. 

In accordance with EU regulations we are required 

to advise you of the actual air carrier operating your 

flight/ connecting flight/transfer. We do this by 

listing carriers to be used or likely to be used on the 

relevant brochure pages and/or on our website and/ 

or on your Confirmation Invoice and/or your ATOL 

Certificate. Where your Confirmation Invoice or 

ATOL Certificate indicates that flight tickets have not 

yet been assigned, we will notify you of the actual 

flights and carrier as soon as the flights have been 

assigned. Any changes to the actual airline after you 

have received your tickets will be notified to you as 

soon as possible and in all cases at check-in or at the 

boarding gate. Such a change is deemed to be a 

minor change. 

B1.2 Save where clause H1 applies, if we have to 

make a Significant Change before your departure 

we will endeavour to contact you as soon as possible 

to advise you of any change and we will, if possible, 

provide you with three alternatives: 

B1.2.1 alternative travel arrangements of equivalent 

or of very closely similar standard and price, if 

available; or 

B1.2.2 alternative travel arrangements of a lower 

standard together with a refund of the difference in 

price; or 

B1.2.3 cancel your travel arrangements with a full 

refund of all monies paid. 

In all 3 cases, compensation will be paid as detailed 

in clause D1 below unless the change occurs as a 

result of circumstances beyond our control where 

clauses E1 and H1 will apply. 

B2. IF WE CANCEL YOUR TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS 

B2.1 In the unlikely event we need to cancel your 

travel arrangements we will tell you or your Travel 

Agent as soon as possible. However we will not 

cancel your travel arrangements less than 14 days 

before departure unless it is for a reason outside our 

control as provided in clause H1. If we have to cancel 

your travel arrangements we will provide you with 

three alternatives: 

B2.1.1 alternative travel arrangements of equivalent 

or of very closely similar standard and price, if 

available; or 

B2.1.2 alternative travel arrangements of a lower 

standard together with a refund of the difference in 

price; or 

B2.1.3 cancel your travel arrangements with a full 

refund of all monies paid. 

In all 3 cases, compensation will be paid as detailed 

in clause D1 below unless the change occurs as a 

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result of circumstances beyond our control (in which 

case clauses E1 and H1 will apply) or we cancel as 

a result of your failure to pay your deposit or the 

balance or any other sum when due or where clause 

B2.2 applies. 

B2.2 We regret that some travel packages shown on 

our website or in our brochures can only be operated 

if a sufficient number of people book them. We 

will advise you at the time of booking if any travel 

arrangements are dependent on there being 

sufficient demand. If there is insufficient demand, 

we have the right to cancel the travel arrangements 

in question. If we have to do so, we promise we will 

tell you no later than 14 days prior to departure. In 

this situation, you will then have the choice of the 

options shown in clause B2.1 together with the 

option, if possible, of the same package departing 

on a different date. Where we cancel for lack of 

numbers in accordance with this clause B2.2, no 

compensation or other amounts (for example, the 

cost of any connected travel arrangements you have 

made independently) will be payable. 

B3. EXERCISE OF OPTIONS 

Where, following a Significant Change or a 

cancellation by us, the options set out in either 

clause B1.2 or B2.1 are offered, you are expected 

to advise us within 7 days of being notified which 

proposal you wish to accept. If you have not notified 

us within 7 days then we will write to you to obtain 

confirmation of your choice of the options available. 

If you fail to respond within a further 7 days, we 

will cancel your travel arrangements and refund all 

payments made by or on behalf of you. 

C. CHANGES AND CANCELLATION BY YOU 

C1. IF YOU CHANGE YOUR BOOKING 

C1.1 If you want to change your travel arrangements 

in any way you or your Travel Agent must inform 

us in writing as soon as possible. We will try to help 

you, although we cannot guarantee that we will 

always be able to do this as changes are subject to 

availability at the time. Please note that typically 

changes to scheduled flight tickets are very restrictive 

and may not be possible without having to cancel 

the original flight and rebooking. 

C1.2 Where we can make a change, we will charge 

for any additional services, facilities, or other items 

changed, at the price which applies on the day the 

change is made. In addition, we reserve the right 

to apply an administration charge of £100 for each 

person on the booking together with any further 

costs we incur, for example with our suppliers, in 

making any change. 

C1.3 Any booking discount you may have received 

at the time your original booking was made may 

be altered or reduced whenever changes are made 

if such discount has since been altered, reduced or 

withdrawn. 

C1.4 If you have paid supplements for 

accommodation and the number of people in your 

accommodation changes, you may have to pay extra. 

In addition you may lose any free group places. 

C1.5 Any change to your departure date, airport, 

transport, destination, accommodation, or length of 

travel has to apply to all members of your booking. 

C1.6 You may not change travel arrangements 

chosen from our brochures or websites to special 

offer packages such as those featured in any 

promotional publications, without incurring 

cancellation charges. Such a change would 

necessitate the cancellation of your existing 

arrangements (and be subject to our cancellation 

charges shown in clause D1) and the re-booking of 

new arrangements at the price applying on the day 

the booking is made. 

C1.7 Any special offers, savings or promotions may 

not be combined with other special offers, savings 

or promotions. 

C1.8 It is not usually possible to alter or cancel any 

travel insurance you may have obtained and your 

premium will not be refunded, as cover under the 

policy will already have begun once the policy has 

been purchased. 

C2. IF YOU CANCEL YOUR BOOKING 

C2.1 If you wish to cancel all or part of your booking, 

you or your Travel Agent must write to us. If some or 

all of your party cancel their booking, we are entitled 

to treat your booking as cancelled in accordance 

with these Booking Conditions, we will levy a 

cancellation charge on the scale shown in the table 

set out in clause D1. These charges are based on the 

estimated cost of cancelling your arrangements and 

the expenses and losses we are likely to suffer if we 

cannot resell the package. 

C2.2 If the reason for your cancellation falls within 

your insurance cover, you may be able to claim 

a refund of your cancellation charges from the 

insurance company less any applicable excess. 

C2.3 If you or anyone included within your booking 

is unable to go for any reason or decides that he/she 

does not want to travel, you may transfer the whole 

booking or the place on the booking of the person(s) 

concerned to someone else/other people suggested 

by you and acceptable to us subject to the following: 

C2.3.1 You must write to us with full details of 

who cannot or does not want to travel and who 

you would like to go instead. We must receive this 

information at least 7 days before departure; 

C2.3.2 If the change can be made, you will have to 

pay any reasonable costs we incur or are asked to 

pay in order to make the change; 

C2.3.3 Anyone who travels in place of anyone who 

was originally due to travel must agree to these 

Booking Conditions and any other requirements 

which apply to the booking before the change can 

be finalised. If the full cost of the travel arrangements 

should have been paid when the change is 

requested but has not been, this must also be paid 

before the change can be finalised; 

C2.3.4 Scheduled airlines often do not allow any 

name changes within a certain period prior to 

departure and generally not at all after flight tickets 

have been issued. If you want or need to make a 

name change when an airline will not allow it, you 

will have to cancel the original flight (which means 

you will lose all the money you have paid for that 

flight) and pay the full cost of another flight (which 

may not be the original flight or at the same cost as 

the original flight as the airline is entitled to offer the 

cancelled flight to anyone on a waiting list for it). 

This is the airline’s decision and we have no control 

over it; 

C2.3.5 It will not normally be possible to transfer 

bookings or places on bookings within the period 

of 7 days immediately prior to departure without 

cancelling the original booking (and thereby 

incurring cancellation charges pursuant to clause D1) 

and rebooking. 

C2.4 The cost of your travel arrangements (provided 

that it includes a flight) includes an amount 

(currently £2.50 per person) which we are required 

to pay to the Air Travel Trust Fund as part of the ATOL 

Protection Contribution (“the APC Sum”). If you 

cancel your travel arrangements the APC Sum is not 

refundable in any circumstances. 

C2.5 If any person on the booking cancels and you 

cannot fill that person’s place, you may have to pay 

additional supplements for your accommodation. 

For example, you may have to pay single or underoccupancy 

supplements. 

C2.6 If you do cancel, you must still pay any 

amendment charges, which arose before the 

cancellation, and any deposits paid for any prebooked 

items or services. 

C2.7 You have the right to cancel your holiday before 

departure without paying a cancellation charge 

in the event of unavoidable and extraordinary 

circumstances occurring at your holiday destination 

or its immediate vicinity which significantly affects 

the performance of the holiday or which significantly 

affects transport arrangements to the destination. 

In these circumstances we shall provide you with a 

full refund of the monies you have paid but we will 

not be liable to pay you any compensation. For the 

purposes of this clause, examples of “unavoidable 

and extraordinary circumstances” include warfare, 

acts of terrorism, significant risks to human health 

such as the outbreak of serious disease at the travel 

destination or natural disasters such as floods, 

earthquakes or weather conditions which make it 

impossible to travel safely to your destination. 

D. CHARGES, COMPENSATION AND DELAYS 

D1. CHANGES AND CANCELLATION CHARGES 

The following table sets out the sums payable to 

us or you in the event of Significant Changes or 

cancellation. These sums are not payable where we 

have to make a Significant Change or cancel your 

travel arrangements as a result of: 

(a) matters outside of our control when clauses E1 

and H1 shall apply; or 

(b) where your booking was accepted “subject 

to availability” or similar and the travel 

arrangements are not available. In addition they 

do not apply where compensation is available 

under the provisions of clause D2 

Period before 

departure in 

which notice 

of cancellation 

or Significant 

Change is 

received 

More than 

70 days 

Amount you 

will receive 

from us if 

we make a 

Significant 

Change 

£10 per 

person 

69-30 days £20 per 

person 

Less than 

30 days 

£30 per 

person 

Amount you 

will receive 

from us if we 

cancel 

Return of all 

monies paid 

Return of all 

monies paid 

Return of all 

monies paid 

plus £30 per 

person 

Cancellation 

Charge if you 

cancel 

Deposit only 

50% of total 

Price 

100% of total 

Price 

NOTE “Total Price” means the total price payable 

by you for the travel arrangements excluding 

insurance premiums, flight upgrade charges and 

any fees payable for any changes made by you to 

your booking (“Additional Charges”). If you cancel 

(otherwise than pursuant to clause B) you will 

continue to be liable for the Additional Charges in 

addition to the Cancellation Charges set out above. 

D2. DENIED BOARDING REGULATIONS & 

TRANSPORTATION DELAYS 

D2.1 If any flight you have booked is cancelled 

or delayed, your flight ticket is downgraded or 

boarding is denied by your airline in circumstances 

which would entitle you to claim compensation 

against the airline under EC Regulation No 261/2004 

– the Denied Boarding Regulations 2004, you must 

pursue the airline for the compensation due to you. 

All sums you receive or are entitled to receive from 

the airline concerned by virtue of these Regulations 



represent the full amount of your entitlement 

to compensation or any other payment arising 

from such cancellation, delay, downgrading or 

denied boarding. The fact a delay may entitle 

you to cancel your flight does not automatically 

entitle you to cancel any other arrangements even 

where those arrangements have been made in 

conjunction with your flight. We have no liability 

to make any payment to you in relation to the 

Denied Boarding Regulations or in respect of any 

flight cancellation or delay, downgrading of any 

flight ticket or denial of any boarding as the full 

amount of your entitlement to any compensation 

or other payment (as dealt with above) is covered 

by the airline’s obligations under the Denied 

Boarding Regulations. If your airline does not 

comply with these rules you should complain to 

the Civil Aviation Authority on 0330 022 1500 

www.caa.co.uk. 

D2.2 Unfortunately, flight or other transport 

delays sometimes occur. Depending on the length 

of the delay and surrounding circumstances, the 

carrier concerned should provide refreshments 

when and where appropriate. We are generally 

not in a position to provide any assistance in the 

event of flight or other transportation delays and 

cannot accept any liability except where expressly 

stated in these Booking Conditions or as otherwise 

provided in the Package Travel and Linked Travel 

Arrangements Regulations 2018. 

D3. RIGHTS UNDER PACKAGE TRAVEL AND LINKED 

TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS REGULATIONS 2018 

D3.1 In accordance with the Regulations, where 

it is impossible for you to return to your departure 

point on the return date of your “package” 

(as defined in the said Regulations) due to 

“unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances”, 

we shall provide you with the necessary 

accommodation for a period not exceeding 

3 nights per person. Where possible, this 

accommodation shall be of comparable standard 

to the accommodation booked by you under the 

package. For the purposes of this clause, examples 

of “unavoidable and extraordinary circumstances” 

include warfare, acts of terrorism, significant 

risks to human health such as the outbreak of 

serious disease at the travel destination or natural 

disasters such as floods, earthquakes or weather 

conditions which make it impossible to travel 

safely to the destination. 

D3.2 The limitation of costs for 3 nights 

accommodation referred to above does not apply 

to persons with reduced mobility as defined 

by Article 2 of Regulation (EC) 1107/2006, 

concerning the rights of disabled persons and 

persons with reduced mobility when travelling 

by air and any other person accompanying them 

and pregnant women as well as persons in need 

of specific medical assistance, provided you have 

notified us of their needs at least 48 hours prior to 

start of the package. 

E. LIMITATION OF OUR LIABILITY TO YOU 

E1. If the contract we have with you is not 

performed or is improperly performed by us 

or our suppliers we will pay you appropriate 

compensation if this has affected the enjoyment of 

your travel arrangements. However we will 

not be liable (and clause H1 will apply) where 

any failure in the performance of the contract is 

due to: 

E1.1 you; or 

E1.2 a third party unconnected with the provision 

of the travel arrangements and where the failure is 

unforeseeable or unavoidable; or 

E1.3 unusual and unforeseeable circumstances 

beyond our control, the consequences of which 

could not have been avoided even if all due care 

had been exercised; or 

E1.4 an event which we or our suppliers, even with 

all due care, could not foresee or forestall. 

E2. In addition to the provisions of clause H1, our 

liability, except in cases involving death, injury or 

illness, shall be limited to a maximum of 3 times 

the cost of your travel arrangements. 

E3. Should you or any member of your party 

suffer illness, personal injury or death attributable 

to a third party unconnected with the provision 

of the services, or as a result of failures due 

to unusual and unforeseeable circumstances 

beyond our control, the consequences of which 

could not have been avoided even if all due care 

had been exercised, or an event which we or 

our suppliers, even with all due care, could not 

foresee or forestall, we will offer you such advice, 

guidance and assistance as is reasonable in the 

circumstances. 

E4. Our liability will also be limited in accordance 

with and/or in an identical manner to: 

E4.1 the contractual terms of the companies 

that provide the transportation for your travel 

arrangements which are incorporated into and 

form part of your contract with us; and 

E4.2 any relevant international convention, for 

example the Montreal Convention in respect of 

travel by air, the Athens Convention in respect of 

travel by sea, the Berne Convention in respect of 

travel by rail and the Paris Convention in respect 

of the provision of accommodation, which limit 

the amount of compensation that you can 

claim for death, injury, delay to passengers and 

loss, damage and delay to luggage which are 

incorporated into and form part of your contract 

with us and we are to be regarded as having all 

the benefit of any limitation of compensation 

contained in these or any other such conventions. 

E5. Unless otherwise expressly indicated by us in 

writing, excursions or other tours that you may 

choose to book or pay for whilst you are away are 

not part of the travel arrangements provided by us. 

For any excursion or other tour that you book, your 

contract will be with the operator of the excursion 

or tour and not with us. We are not responsible 

for the provision of the excursion or tour or for 

anything that happens during the course of its 

provision by the operator. Where an excursion or 

other tour is booked through us no refund will be 

available in the event of you subsequently being 

unable or choosing not to take part. This clause 

E5 applies even where a Viking representative 

accompanies the tour or excursion. 

E6. Where you have booked a “Cruise Only” 

holiday, we cannot accept any liability for the 

costs of flights or other travel arrangements in the 

event of changes being made to the scheduled 

departure or arrival times or locations of the 

cruise vessel. 

E7. The provisions of clauses E1 to E6 inclusive 

are in addition to any other limitation of liability 

contained in these Booking Conditions. 

E8. Nothing in these Booking Conditions affect 

any statutory rights that you may have under the 

relevant jurisdiction applicable pursuant to clause 

H.8 (including any rights under the Package 

Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements 

Regulations 2018) 

F: YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES 

F1. SPECIAL REQUESTS 

If you have a special request, we will do our best 

to help, but we cannot guarantee it except as 

set out below. Please advise your Travel Agent or 

us (if booking direct) of your request at the time 

of booking and make sure that we are given as 

much detail as possible. If your special request 

is vital to your travel arrangements, it must be 

specifically agreed with us before or at the time 

you book. We promise to comply with any special 

request which we have specifically agreed and 

confirmed in writing. General confirmation 

that a special request has been noted or passed 

on to the supplier or the inclusion of a special 

request on your Confirmation Invoice or on the 

acknowledgement of your booking or any other 

documentation is not confirmation that the 

request will be met. Unless and until specifically 

confirmed in writing all special requests are subject 

to availability. If any additional cost is applicable, 

it will either be invoiced to you prior to your 

departure or should be paid for locally. 

F2. YOUR DOCUMENTATION 

F2.1 You are responsible for ensuring that you 

and all other persons included in the booking 

satisfy all passport, visa, travel insurance and 

health certificate requirements and we accept 

no responsibility for any refusal of travel or 

entry into any destination or for any liabilities, 

losses, delays or expenses incurred through any 

irregularity in such documentation. If you have 

any queries with regard to documentation and 

insurance requirements you must raise them with 

us or your Travel Agent well in advance of travel 

commencing. In the event we are asked to re-issue 

tickets that have been lost, destroyed or stolen and 

we agree to do so, any charges incurred as a result 

of this will be payable by you. 

F2.2 Many of the airlines that provide the flight 

element of the arrangements we sell impose 

fines and costs on us if any passengers who have 

booked with us do not have the necessary travel 

or other documents for the countries they are 

visiting or passing through, even where this occurs 

through no fault of ours. In this situation we have 

no choice but to pass on to you all fines, costs, 

surcharges, financial penalties and other sums of 

any description which are imposed on or incurred 

by us. You will be responsible for reimbursing us 

accordingly in full. 

F3. HEALTH PRECAUTIONS, PREGNANCY, 

DISABILITIES, & FCO ADVICE 

F3.1 You are solely responsible for checking 

what vaccinations and other health precautions 

are required or are advisable for your chosen 

destination and journey with your doctor in good 

time before departure. You and each member 

of your group are responsible for ensuring that 

you have had all relevant vaccinations and are 

otherwise fit to travel. If you have any doubts or 

require any information then you must contact 

well in advance of travel commencing. Please note 

that whilst we will endeavour to assist anyone 

who becomes ill whilst on board any vessel, any 

health care facilities are limited and we cannot be 

expected to provide any inoculations or specialist 

health care whilst on board. 

F3.2 Individual airline policies differ in respect 

of air travel when pregnant. In addition, given 

the nature of our ocean cruises and the facilities 

available on board, we do not allow passengers 

to embark the vessel where they are more than 

six months pregnant. If you or any member of 

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your group is or becomes pregnant prior to the 

start of your travel arrangements, then you must 

inform us immediately so that we can advise 

whether or not travel will be possible and, if so, 

what arrangements may need to be put in place 

and/or what medical confirmation of fitness to 

travel may be required. We cannot be responsible 

for any losses suffered where we are not informed 

of any pregnancy well in advance of departure 

and/or if any airline refuses to accept you or any 

member of your party as a passenger for reasons 

of pregnancy. 

F3.3 You must provide us with full details of 

any existing dietary requirements, medical 

problem or disability or other special needs 

(including impaired mobility or the need to use 

any wheelchair, mobility scooter or walking 

frame) that may affect your travel arrangements 

(including, in particular, any accommodation 

requirements) at the time of booking. If in 

our reasonable opinion, your chosen travel 

arrangements are not suitable for your medical 

problem or disability or other special need or you 

are not travelling with someone who can provide 

all assistance you may reasonably require, we have 

the right to refuse to accept the booking. If you 

do not give us full details of your medical problem 

or disability or other special need at the time of 

booking, we can also cancel the booking when we 

find out the full details if in our reasonable opinion 

the travel arrangements are not suitable or you are 

not travelling with someone who can provide all 

assistance reasonably required. If we cancel in this 

situation, cancellation charges as set out in clause 

D1 must be paid by the person concerned. For 

further information please see our advice section 

for Passengers with Health Issues, Disabilities, 

Impaired Mobility or Other Special Needs at the 

end of these Booking Conditions and/or contact 

our Guest Services team on 020 8780 7900. 

F3.4 We reserve the right to deny embarkation or 

remove any person from a vessel or optional shore 

excursion who in our reasonable opinion or in the 

opinion of the vessel’s Master is not fit to travel, 

and/or has not received written confirmation from 

us that reasonable adjustments can be made to 

cater for any particular requirements. In such cases, 

all related expenses, (including those incurred 

by the relevant person, or anyone travelling with 

him or her, in returning home) will be borne by 

the relevant passengers and they shall not be 

entitled to any refund or any other compensation 

whatsoever and we shall have no further liability 

to them. In addition, we may disembark at any 

port any passenger who may be suffering from 

any contagious or infectious disease or whose 

presence, in the opinion of the vessel Master, 

may be detrimental to the comfort or safety of 

other passengers or the crew, or who, in the 

vessel Master’s opinion, might be excluded from 

landing at any destination by Immigration or other 

Governmental Authorities. 

F3.5 The Foreign and Commonwealth Office 

(“FCO”) produces a wide range of material about 

overseas countries including details of political 

unrest, crime and health issues. If you have any 

particular concerns then you should refer to the 

FCO website at www.fco.gov.uk. 

F4. INSURANCE 

F4.1 You must take out insurance suitable for your 

needs before you travel. We cannot be held 

responsible for any costs you incur as a result of 

failing to do so. 

F4.2 If you participate in sports and activities whilst 

travelling that have been organised and arranged 

independently of us, it should be understood that 

participation is at the individual’s own risk and it is 

your responsibility to obtain the relevant insurance. 

F5. BEHAVIOUR 

F5.1 You must be responsible for the behaviour 

of yourself and your party and must at all times 

ensure that you and your party comply with 

the vessel’s rules and regulations, any orders 

and directions of the vessel’s Master, officers 

and medical staff (as applicable) and that your 

conduct will not impair the safety of the vessel or 

jeopardise or inconvenience other passengers. 

We can refuse to accept you as a customer or 

refuse to continue dealing with you and/or any 

other member of your party by terminating your 

travel arrangements if behaviour is, or is likely to 

be, in our reasonable opinion, or in the opinion of 

any airline pilot, vessel Master or other person in 

authority, disruptive, upsetting or dangerous to 

yourself or anyone else or if you or any member 

of your party have caused or are likely to cause 

damage to property. We will not pay any refund, 

compensation or other sum whatsoever or any 

costs or expenses incurred by you if we have to 

terminate your travel arrangements due to such 

unacceptable behaviour. In this situation we will 

then have no further responsibility for you or 

any other member of your party (including any 

return travel arrangements). If your unacceptable 

behaviour means you are not allowed to board 

your outward flight we will treat your booking as 

cancelled from that moment and you will have to 

pay full cancellation charges (see clause D1). 

F5.2 With regard to any flights and/or cruises 

that form part of your travel arrangements the 

airline captain or vessel Master (as applicable) has 

authority over the aircraft/vessel and passengers 

at all times when they are boarding or on board. 

He/she may prevent you or any member of your 

party from travelling if you or such member are 

considered unfit to do so, or if you or such member 

pose a danger to the aircraft/vessel or passengers. 

In such circumstances we shall seek compensation 

from you for any losses caused by your behaviour 

or by the behaviour of any member of your party 

(e.g. the cost of diverting an aircraft or vessel). 

Disruption on board an aircraft or vessel is a 

criminal offence, and you may be prosecuted. If 

you are refused carriage on an aircraft because of 

your disruptive behaviour, or you are under the 

influence of alcohol or drugs, your airline may 

pass on your details and the date of the refusal of 

carriage to other airlines for their information. This 

in turn may make it difficult for you or others in 

your party to book other airline tickets. 

F6. ASSISTANCE IF YOU GET INTO DIFFICULTIES 

If you or any member of your party suffers during 

the course of your holiday any difficulty as a 

result of any activity which does or does not form 

part of your contracted travel arrangements, we 

will offer you prompt assistance without undue 

delay. Such assistance may include assisting you 

in making communications and helping you find 

alternative travel arrangements. If the difficulty is 

caused intentionally by you or as a result of your 

negligence, we may charge a reasonable fee for 

that assistance which will not exceed the actual 

cost incurred by us. All assistance (financial or 

otherwise) is subject to our reasonable discretion 

and subject to you notifying us promptly of your 

need. If you are entitled to have any costs and 

expenses arising from such an incident met by or 

from an insurance policy or if you recover any costs 

and expenses relating to the incident from a third 

party you must repay us for costs and expenses we 

have incurred in assisting you. 

F7. ALCOHOL POLICY 

Please note that you must be aged 21 or over in 

order to purchase or consume alcoholic beverages 

whilst on board our vessels. Silver Spirit packages 

(or similar arrangements for the supply of alcohol 

on board) can only be purchased where both 

occupants of the relevant cabin or stateroom 

are over the age of 21 and each occupant must 

purchase the relevant package for the full duration 

of the cruise. Proof of age may be required at 

any time and breach of this policy may result in 

persons involved (whether in the purchase, supply 

or consumption) being removed from the vessel 

pursuant to the provisions of clause F5. 

G: IF YOU HAVE A COMPLAINT 

G1. If you have cause for complaint whilst 

travelling, you must bring it to the attention of the 

Viking representative on board the cruise vessel 

or at your hotel. If your complaint is not resolved 

locally, please follow this up within 28 days of 

your return home by writing to our Guest Services 

team at Viking, Nelsons House, 83 Wimbledon 

Park Side London SW19 5LP or by email to 

Customerservices@vikingcruises.com giving 

your booking reference and all other relevant 

information. Please keep your letter/email concise 

and to the point. This will assist us to quickly 

identify your concerns and speed up our response 

to you. It is strongly recommended that you 

communicate any complaint to the supplier of the 

services in question as well as to our representative 

without delay and complete a report whilst on 

board or at the relevant hotel. If you fail to follow 

this simple procedure we will have been deprived 

of the opportunity to investigate and rectify your 

complaint whilst you are on board and this may 

affect your rights under this contract. 

G2. We are a member of ABTA, membership 

number V924X and are obliged to maintain a high 

standard of service by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We 

certainly hope that we can settle any complaints 

amicably. However, should this prove not to be 

the case you may refer any dispute to arbitration 

through ABTA’s arbitration scheme. The scheme 

provides for a simple and inexpensive method of 

arbitration on documents alone with restricted 

liability for you in respect of costs. The scheme is 

subject to certain financial limits on the amount 

that can be claimed as determined from time to 

time by ABTA. Please note that the scheme does 

not apply to claims which are solely in respect of 

physical injury or illness or their consequences, 

although claims which include an element of 

minor injury or illness can be considered subject 

to a limit as set from time to time by ABTA on the 

amount the arbitrator can award per person, in 

respect of this element. 

G3. Any application for arbitration under clause 

G2, together with any related statement of 

claim, must be received by ABTA within eighteen 

months of the date of return. Outside this time 

limit arbitration under the scheme may still be 

available if we agree, but the ABTA Code does 

not require such agreement. For injury and illness 

claims, you may like to use the ABTA/ Chartered 

Institute of Arbitrators Mediation Procedure. This 

is a voluntary scheme and requires us to agree 

for mediation to go ahead. The aim is to help you 

resolve your dispute in a quick and cost effective 

way. Details are available on request or from 

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H. MISCELLANEOUS 

H1. CHANGES DUE TO CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND 

OUR CONTROL 

We will not be liable to pay any compensation 

if we are forced to cancel or in any way change 

your travel arrangements as a result of unusual or 

unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, 

the consequences of which could not have been 

avoided even with all due care. These include 

unavoidable technical problems with transport, 

changes imposed by rescheduling or cancellation 

of flights by an airline or main charterer, the 

alteration of the airline or aircraft type, changes 

imposed by rescheduling or cancellation of rail 

travel by the relevant operator, war or threat of 

war, civil strife, industrial disputes, natural disaster, 

adverse weather, epidemic or terrorist activity. 

H2. YOUR FINANCIAL PROTECTION 

H2.1 When you buy an ATOL protected flight 

or flight inclusive holiday from us you will 

receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists the flight 

accommodation car hire and/or other services 

that are financially protected, where you can get 

information on what this means for you and who 

to contact if things go wrong. 

H2.2 We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL 

certificate, will provide you with the services listed 

on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). 

In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier 

are able to do so due to reasons of insolvency, an 

alternative ATOL holder may provide you with the 

services you have bought, or a suitable alternative 

(at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept 

that in those circumstances, the alternative ATOL 

holder will perform those obligations and you 

agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by 

you under your contract to that alternative ATOL 

holder. However you also agree that in some cases 

it will not be possible to appoint an alternative 

ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled 

to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your 

credit card issuer where applicable). 

H2.3 If we, or the suppliers identified on your 

ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services 

listed (or a suitable alternative, through an 

alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons 

of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust 

may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) 

you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in 

return for such a payment or benefit you assign 

absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you 

have or may have arising out of or relating to the 

non-provision of the services, including any claim 

against us, the travel agent (or your credit card 

issuer where applicable). You also agree that any 

such claims may be re-assigned to another body, 

if that other body has paid sums you have claimed 

under the ATOL scheme. 

H2.4 We are also a member of ABTA (ABTA 

number V924X). If your travel arrangements do 

not include flights, ABTA will financially protect 

your travel arrangements in the same way except 

that, if already abroad, you will be returned to the 

point where your contracted arrangements with 

us commenced. Please go to www.abta.com for 

a copy of the guide to ABTA’s scheme of Financial 

Protection. For further information about ABTA, 

the Code of Conduct and the arbitration scheme 

available to you if you have a complaint (see clause 

G), contact Consumer Affairs, ABTA, 30 Park Street, 

London SE1 9EQ tel 0203 117 0599 or 

www.abta.com. 

H3. DATA PROTECTION 

Information about you and members of your 

party, including your names, contact details 

and any special needs, disabilities or dietary 

requirements is collected by us when you request 

information or make a booking with us. We may 

disclose this information to our service providers 

(who may be located outside the UK/EEA) for 

the purpose of providing you with your travel 

arrangements. Only information necessary for 

this purpose will be disclosed to them. 

In the case of air travel, it may be mandatory 

for us to disclose information for security and 

anti terrorism purposes and any other purpose 

imposed on us by governments or airlines. We 

may use your information for the purposes set 

out in our data protection registration with the 

Office of the Information Commissioner. We may 

disclose the same to companies who act as data 

processors on our behalf. Some information, for 

example relating to your religion or health, may 

be “special category data” within the meaning 

of the Data Protection Act 2018. We need this 

information to cater for your needs, but it is 

collected on condition that we have your positive 

consent. If you do not agree to our use of your 

information, we cannot accept your booking. By 

making a booking with us, you agree to allow your 

insurers, their agents and medical staff to disclose 

relevant information to us in circumstances where 

we may need to act in the interests of everyone 

in the group with whom you are travelling. For 

example, if you contract an infectious illness 

whilst travelling, we may need to make special 

arrangements for you and ensure that you do not 

return with the group immediately. For further 

information about how we process and protect 

your data please see our Privacy Notice which is 

available on our website or which can be obtained 

by contacting our Guest Services team at Viking, 

Nelsons House, 83 Wimbledon Park Side London 

SW19 5LP or by telephone on 020 8780 7900. 

Please note that we reserve the right to change 

the terms of our Privacy Notice from time to time 

and that the Privacy Notice does not form part of 

these Booking Condition. 

H4. CHILDREN/MINORS 

Due to the nature of our cruises, we do not 

maintain specific facilities or services for children 

aboard cruise vessels. In the circumstances you 

and all members of your party must be aged 18 

or over on or before the day you are scheduled to 

embark on the cruise vessel. 

H5. SUN DECK ACCESS 

During passage through locks or under low 

bridges or in the case of adverse weather, it may 

be necessary to close the sun deck for passenger 

use. In the interest of safety, sun deck closures are 

rigidly enforced. 

H6. MOORING AND DOCKING FACILITIES 

In some ports, vessels may be required to dock 

alongside each other. On occasions this may result 

in your view being blocked. You may also need to 

pass through other vessels when going ashore. 

H7. USE DISPLAY OF IMAGES & LIKENESSES 

Viking shall have the exclusive right to include 

photographic, video and other visual portrayals 

of our guests in any pictorial medium of any 

nature whatsoever for the purpose of trade, 

advertising, sales, publicity or otherwise, without 

compensation to you, and all rights, title and 

interest therein (including all worldwide copyrights 

therein) shall be the sole property of Viking, free 

from any claims by you or any person deriving any 

rights or interest from you. By boarding the vessel 

you agree that Viking having the right to use your 

image in all promotional materials. 

Without our express prior written consent, you 

expressly agree not to use, post, share or upload 

any photograph, video recording or other visual 

or audio portrayals (i) of you and/or any other 

passenger in combination with crew or our vessels, 

or (ii) that depict any of our vessels, their design 

or equipment or any part thereof whatsoever, in 

either case for any commercial purpose or in any 

media broadcast or for any other non-private use. 

H8. JURISDICTION/GOVERNING LAW 

We both agree that any dispute, claim or other 

matter of any description (and whether involving 

personal injury or not) which arises out of or in 

connection with your booking or travel must be 

dealt with under the ABTA Arbitration Scheme or 

brought in the Courts of England and Wales only 

(unless you are a resident of Scotland or Northern 

Ireland in which case any proceedings must be 

brought in either the Courts of your own country 

or those of England and Wales). We both also 

agree that English law (and no other) will apply 

to your contract (unless proceedings are brought 

in Scotland or Northern Ireland, in which case 

Scottish or Northern Irish law, as applicable, will 

apply instead). If this provision is not acceptable to 

you, you must tell us at the time of booking. 

H9. CONDITIONS OF CARRIAGE 

When you travel by air, rail or by sea, your 

journey may be subject to certain international 

conventions such as the Warsaw Convention, 

Montreal Convention the Berne Convention or 

Athens convention. You agree that the transport 

company’s own Conditions of Carriage will apply 

to you on that journey. When arranging this 

transportation for you, we rely on the terms and 

conditions contained within these international 

conventions and those ‘Conditions of Carriage’. 

You acknowledge that all of these terms and 

conditions form part of your contract with us as 

well as the transport company. You can ask us to 

provide you with a copy of any of the conditions 

applicable to your journey. These may limit or 

exclude liability, especially in respect of lost or 

delayed baggage. 

YOUR KEY RIGHTS UNDER THE PACKAGE 

TRAVEL AND LINKED TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS 

REGULATIONS 2018 

General 

The combination of travel services offered to 

you is a package within the meaning of the 

Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements 

Regulations 2018. Therefore you will benefit from 

all EU rights applying to the packages. Viking River 

Cruises UK Limited will be fully responsible for the 

proper performance of the package as a whole. 

Additionally, as required by law, Viking River 

Cruises UK Limited has protection in place to 

refund your payments and, where transport 

is included in the package, to ensure your 

repatriation in the event that it becomes insolvent. 

Key Rights 

• Travellers will receive all essential information 

about the package before concluding the 

package travel contract. 

• There is always at least one trader who is liable 

for the proper performance of all the travel 

services included in the contract. 

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• Travellers are given an emergency telephone 

number or details of a contact point where 

they can get in touch with the organiser or the 

travel agent. 

• Travellers may transfer the package to another 

person, on reasonable notice and possibly 

subject to additional costs. 

• The price of the package may only be increased 

if specific costs rise (for instance fuel prices), and 

if expressly provided for in the contract, and in 

any event not later than 20 days before the start 

of the package. If the price increase exceeds 8% 

of the price of the package, the traveller may 

terminate the contract. If the organiser reserves 

the right to a price increase, the traveller has a 

right to a price reduction if there is a decrease in 

the relevant costs. 

• Travellers may terminate the contract without 

paying any termination fee and get a full refund 

of any payments if any of the essential elements 

of the package, other than the price, has 

changed significantly. If before the start of the 

package the trader responsible for the package 

cancels the package, travellers are entitled to a 

refund and compensation where appropriate. 

• Travellers may terminate the contract without 

paying any termination fee before the start 

of the package in the event of exceptional 

circumstances, for instance if there are serious 

security problems at the destination which are 

likely to affect the package. 

• Additionally, travellers may at any time before 

the start of the package terminate the contract 

in return for an appropriate and justifiable 

termination fee. 

• If, after the start of the package, significant 

elements of the package cannot be provided 

as agreed, suitable alternative arrangements 

will have to be offered to the traveller at no 

extra cost. Travellers may terminate the contract 

without paying any termination fee, where 

services are not performed in accordance with 

the contract and this substantially affects the 

performance of the package and the organiser 

fails to remedy the problem. 

• Travellers are also entitled to a price reduction 

or compensation for damages or both where 

the travel services are not performed or are 

improperly performed. 

• The organiser has to provide assistance if the 

traveller is in difficulty. 

• If the organiser or the retailer becomes insolvent, 

payments will be refunded. If the organiser or, 

where applicable, the retailer becomes insolvent 

after the start of the package and if transport 

is included in the package, repatriation of the 

travellers is secured. Viking River Cruises UK 

Limited has taken out insolvency protection with 

the following entities: 

For flight inclusive holidays: Civil Aviation Authority 

of 45-59 Kingsway, London WC2B 6TE, www.caa. 

co.uk, telephone: 0330 103 6350, email: claims@ 

caa.co.uk 

For package holidays that do not include a flight: 

ABTA – the Travel Association at 30 Park Street, 

London SE1 9EQ, www.abta.com, telephone: 0203 

7588779, email:customerprotection@abta.co.uk 

THE PACKAGE TRAVEL AND LINKED TRAVEL 

ARRANGEMENTS REGULATIONS 2018 

Can be found at: www.legislation.gov.uk/ 

uksi/2018/634/contents/made 

ADVICE FOR PASSENGERS WITH HEALTH ISSUE, 

DISABILITIES, IMPAIRED MOBILITY OR OTHER 

SPECIAL NEEDS 

At Viking we want all our passengers to have a 

safe and enjoyable cruise. Whilst we will always 

look to make reasonable adjustments for those 

with specific dietary requirements, health issues, 

disabilities, impaired mobility or other special 

needs that may affect their fitness to travel, or 

ability to make full use of our onboard facilities 

or undertake shore excursions, we are reliant on 

passengers informing us well in advance of any 

such matters. 

We must be provided with full details of any such 

issues, including details of those travelling with the 

relevant passenger who can provide assistance, 

prior to booking so that we can advise the 

relevant passenger whether or not the relevant 

cruise will be suitable and/or whether reasonable 

adjustments can be made. 

Where such issues arise after your booking has 

been made we must be advised immediately 

so that we can establish whether or not any 

reasonable adjustments are required and can be 

made such that the relevant booking can proceed. 

Please note we cannot guarantee that we will 

always be able to accommodate any required 

adjustments as any adjustments will be dependent 

on the particular cruise vessel and the proposed 

destinations. Passengers need to be aware that 

there are inherent risks associated with travelling 

aboard ships that are unique to cruise tour travel. 

For people who are ill, or have a disability or 

impairment, the risks can be more significant. 

Guests must normally be able to independently 

move around the ship in case of an emergency, 

rough seas, deal with the lack of immediate access 

to medical services in certain parts of the world, 

and acknowledge that access to some areas of the 

ship and ports of call may be limited or impossible. 

We must reserve the right to determine whether 

a guest is fit to travel, and to deny boarding or 

require disembarkation in the event that a guest 

represents a risk to themselves or to the safety and 

wellbeing of those on board the ship. The decision 

of the ship’s Master shall be final in respect of 

such decisions. 

Accessibility and Special Needs 

Where passengers have any mobility or other 

special needs please contact our Guest Services 

team on 020 8780 7900. We may require the 

completion of a medical or accessibility form by 

you and/or your doctor to establish the full extent 

of your likely needs and the extent to which you 

may require medical or other assistance during 

the cruise. 

If a passenger requires the use of a wheelchair or 

other mobility equipment, normally this must not 

exceed 22” in width. Passenger must bring and be 

solely responsible for all necessary items related to 

any medical condition or mobility challenge. 

Airport, Port & Excursion Accessibility 

and Limitation 

Some ports of call may have physical conditions 

which may preclude certain passengers from going 

ashore. Additionally, for cruise tours in China, on 

the Mekong River, in Egypt, in Ukraine and for 

other destinations not specifically noted, certain 

additional conditions, restrictions and limitations 

exist on board, at the ports, during excursions and 

on land that are beyond Viking’s control. 

Ship and airport access in these and other regions, 

including lack of wheelchair, walker or scooter 

accessibility, extended periods of standing and 

steps, are inherently present in tours that may not 

be appropriate for guests with certain medical 

conditions and/or physical impairments. 

Airports in certain regions typically do not have 

ramps or elevators. 

Excursions sometimes visit ancient sites with 

uneven terrain and stairs and may include 

extended periods of walking over uneven surfaces. 

Guests using wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, 

crutches, or other mobility aids or who may need 

physical assistance throughout the trip should 

consider these needs when making a booking 

as our onboard personnel are not required to 

perform personal tasks or assist with eating, 

dressing, toileting, lifting or pushing a wheelchair. 

Motorized scooters typically cannot be taken on 

board planes in certain regions because authorities 

such as the China Aviation Administration forbid 

any battery of capacity greater than 160Wh 

(most scooter batteries) on board an aircraft. 

Additionally, lithium batteries cannot be placed 

in checked baggage and must be hand-carried 

as on board carry-on. All batteries must have the 

capacity clearly printed on the outside or they will 

not be allowed to be on board. To calculate your 

battery capacity if it is only marked in mAh, divide 

the mAh number by 1000 and multiply by 3.7. For 

example, a capacity of 10400mAh./1000=10.4Ah× 

3.7v=28.48 Wh (under the limit of 160Wh). 

Ship Access 

Due to the nature of some ships (including cabin 

sizes), certain cruise tours are not appropriate 

for travellers who use wheelchairs, walkers or 

scooters. 

To embark/disembark from the ship, guests may 

have to walk down/up steps and ramps without a 

walker or wheelchair, as gangways/ramps may not 

be wide enough to accommodate these items. 

Not all ships have elevators, and some have splitlevel 

decks and/or significant thresholds. Please 

note that personnel are not required to lift guests 

or push wheelchairs. 

Potential guests with any mobility or other 

special needs should review their proposed ship’s 

layout on our website and also obtain a copy of 

our Safety Policy Statement and consider their 

needs when making a booking. 

Denial of Embarkation and Right to 

Require Removal 

Please note that in accordance with our 

Booking Conditions, we reserve the right to 

deny embarkation or remove any person from 

a ship or optional shore excursion who in our 

reasonable opinion or in the opinion of the 

ship’s Master is not fit to travel and/or has not 

received written confirmation from us that 

reasonable adjustments can be made to cater 

for any particular accessibility requirements. 

In such cases, all related expenses, (including 

those incurred whether by the relevant person 

or anyone travelling with him or her in returning 

home) will be borne by the relevant passengers 

and they shall not be entitled to any refund or 

any other compensation whatsoever and we 

shall have no further liability to them. 

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PRIVACY NOTICE 

Viking River Cruises UK Limited (the “Company”, 

“We”, “Us” or “Our”) is committed to respecting and 

protecting Your privacy. This Privacy Notice is provided 

for our prospective, existing and former customers 

(“You”, “Your”). 

This Privacy Notice (together with Our Cookie Notice 

published on our Website, and the terms of use 

published at www.vikingcruises.co.uk/terms-conditions/ 

index.html) (the “Notices”) tells You about how We 

process your personal data, including Our collection, 

usage and sharing of Your personal data, and including 

in relation to Your use of our website at www. 

vikingcruises.co.uk (the “Website”). 

We will only process Your personal data in accordance 

with the Notices (and any other information we give to 

you about how we process Your personal data), and in 

accordance with the Data Protection Legislation. 

In this Privacy Notice the terms “personal data”, “Data 

Controller”, “Data Processor” each have a special 

meaning that is set by legislation (the “Data Protection 

Legislation”). The Data Protection Legislation is: the 

Data Protection Act 1998 or, from the date it comes 

into force in the United Kingdom, the EU General Data 

Protection Regulation (2016/679). 

YOUR DATA CONTROLLER 

We are a Data Controller in relation to your personal 

data. Our address is Viking, Nelsons House, 83 

Wimbledon Park Side, London SW19 5LP. 

The Company may be contacted by email at data. 

protection@vikingcruises.com and by telephone on 

0800 458 69 00. 

DATA PROTECTION OFFICER 

Our Data Protection Officer can be contacted at data. 

protection@vikingcruises.com. 

INFORMATION WE COLLECT ABOUT YOU 

We obtain your personal data from the following 

sources: 

• Directly from you 

You will know what personal data we obtain from you, 

because you (or someone who you trust, and who you 

have authorised us to deal with, such as a member of 

your family) provide it to us. Examples of how we obtain 

personal data from you include: when you make an 

enquiry (such as asking for a brochure), when you enter 

one of our competitions, promotions or surveys, when 

you give Us information via email or online private mail 

systems, during a telephone conversation or online 

chat with Us, information you provide via our Website 

(such as registering as a user, booking, or posting on our 

online forums), via social media messages or if you report 

something to us such as a problem with our Website. 

• From your travel agent 

The information that we need from Your travel agent 

for us to complete a booking or provide a personalised 

cruise plan for You is the same as we need when we 

obtain the personal data directly from You (see above). 

• From marketing sources 

We love to receive new customers as a result of 

recommendations from our existing customers, and 

we also actively seek new customers via marketing. We 

obtain personal data about prospective new customers 

from: 

- You being on third party marketing lists, which we 

obtain via Webalytix Ltd, and which provides Us with 

contact details for You and an indication of why You 

may be interested in our products or services; 

- Your responses to Our online marketing or direct 

marketing to You, whether you respond by electronic 

mail, online chat, telephone, post, social media or 

other means; 

- Your interactions with our online advertising 

(which is optimised to present our adverts to internet 

users who interact with Us via the internet) and 

advertisements placed by our online advertising service 

providers. See our Cookie Notice for information 

about our service providers. 

We also use the same sources to learn more about our 

existing customers, their preferences and interests, using 

information about where they visit on the internet. 

• From Our other service providers 

We receive personal data about you from the following 

third parties who provide services to us: 

- our bank or providers who process payments from 

You, to confirm the outcome of payment transactions; 

- other third parties in Viking’s supply chain, Airlines, 

other carriers, Border control agencies, Contractors e.g. 

ship crews. 

SPECIAL CATEGORY DATA WE COLLECT 

ABOUT YOU 

Under the Data Protection Legislation the following 

categories of personal data, which we may collect from 

you, have special status (the “special category data”): 

personal data revealing racial or ethnic origin, political 

opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, and genetic 

data, biometric data that uniquely identifies a living 

person, data concerning health, or data concerning a 

living person’s sex life or sexual orientation, and data 

relating to actual or alleged crimes. We may obtain 

special category data when we collect it directly from 

You, or from Your travel agent. We do not obtain 

special category data from other third parties. 

RECORDING AND MONITORING 

In addition to storing written materials received from 

You and that we provide to You, and our own records 

of our transactions and interactions with you, we may 

monitor and/or record: (1) telephone calls, (2) traffic data 

produced by electronic devices, applications and online 

services about the date and location of Your electronic 

activities with Us, and (3) Your online activities within our 

control, including via social media traffic as well as via the 

Website. All recordings and derivative materials are and 

shall remain our sole property. 

CHILDREN 

We do not provide products or services for purchase 

by children. If you are under 18, your parents are 

responsible for providing your personal data to Us. 

HOW WE MAY CONTACT YOU 

From August 2017 onwards, We have provided the 

ability for You to select and tell us how You would like 

to be contacted by Us. 

USE OF TOOLS/COOKIES 

If Our contact and dealing with You is via the Website(s), 

or on third party online services where Our advertising is 

displayed, cookies may be used. Generally, Our cookies 

do not obtain or use personal data. However, if you 

permit cookies, we may process the following items of 

Your personal data using cookies: 

- application cookies may assign a unique ID to 

our Website registered users, and may record their 

approximate location; 

- behavioural cookies may use Your historical 

transaction data; 

- analytics cookies may assign a unique ID to our 

Website visitors; 

- marketing cookies will assign a unique ID to internet users. 

To find out more about what types of cookies We use, 

how We use cookies, how to disable them or to change 

Your cookie preferences, please refer to our Cookies 

Notice. 

YOUR CHOICES ABOUT WHAT WE COLLECT 

To complete a booking, or to provide personalised cruise 

plans for You, as a minimum we need the following: 

Name and contact details, preferred destination and 

dates, facilities required on the cruise, whether you 

consider yourself to have a disability, medical needs and 

dietary needs. 

This information maybe given to third parties such as 

airlines, other carriers and ships to facilitate your travel 

arrangements. 

If you prefer for us to use less personal data, you can 

choose to make less available to us. 

HOW TO WITHHOLD PERSONAL DATA 

You can control all of our sources of Your personal data. 

You can: 

- provide less personal data than we request; 

- limit what personal data you give to Your travel agent; 

- instruct Your travel agent to withhold items of 

personal data from Us; 

- not respond to Our marketing and communications 

(and You also have rights to stop Our direct marketing 

to You: see below); 

- change your internet browser settings to prohibit 

cookies. 

IMPACT OF WITHHOLDING PERSONAL DATA 

Withholding Your personal data from us will mean the 

updates, offers and communications (via advertisements, 

direct marketing or messages) you receive from us are 

not personalised or relevant to you, or that you do not 

receive them at all. If you make an enquiry or booking 

with Us, withholding Your personal data may mean that 

Our response to Your enquiry, and the booking (and thus 

your cruise), is not personalised or fully suitable for You. 

As we record all telephone calls, to avoid being recorded 

you will be unable to correspond with us by phone. 

OUR USE OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA 

For as long as We have access to your personal data, 

We will use it for the following purposes, unless 

otherwise required as a result of You exercising Your 

data protection rights. We may use Your personal 

data for any of the following purposes, whether we 

obtained it directly from You (or someone you trust) 

or Your travel agent, or another source: 

PURPOSE 

(1) To provide You with Our 

services in accordance with Our 

contract with You, once you have 

completed a booking. 

(2) To process Your payment for 

Our services. 

(3) To provide You with 

information that You request 

from Us, or responding to Your 

enquiries made directly to us or 

via Your travel agent. 

(4) To understand and identify 

Your requirements of Us, by 

building a profile about You and 

your preferences relevant to your 

interest in cruises. 

(5) To send you solicited or 

unsolicited direct marketing (unless 

you ask us to stop), consisting 

of relevant information about 

future cruises and similar services 

that We provide, such as offers 

of goods and services, brochures, 

new products, forthcoming events, 

loyalty programmes, clubs or 

competitions from Us or Our group 

companies. 

(6) To measure the effectiveness 

of our advertising and marketing 

to You. 

(7) To ensure that features and 

content from the Website are 

available for You (if you choose 

to use them) and are presented 

in the most effective manner for 

You and for Your devices. 

(8) To check and confirm that 

we carry out your instructions 

accurately, to enable us to review 

and improve our products, 

services and operations and 

develop new and changed 

products, services and operations. 

LEGAL BASIS 

If you provide us with special 

category data: we will ask you for 

explicit consent, and it is likely 

that we will be unable to process 

this data without Your consent. 

For Your other personal data: 

processing by us, and by our Data 

Processors, will be necessary for Us 

to perform the contract with You. 

Our legitimate interest in 

obtaining payment before 

performing Our contract with You. 


responding to Your requests and 

enquiries, e.g. by email, telephone, 

post or social media (or Your 

preferred one, if you tell us Your 

preferences). 

If you are an existing customer: 

Our legitimate interest in staying 

in touch with you, as part of our 

after-cruise service and to seek 

repeat business. 

If you are a prospective customer: 

Your consent for us to obtain your 

personal data and send unsolicited 

direct marketing to you. 

We may send notifications by e.g. 

by email, telephone, post or social 

media (or Your preferred one, if 

you tell us Your preferences). You 

can stop the above notifications 

at any time by contacting data. 



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(9) To carry out credit checking. 

services and operations and 

develop new and changed 

products, services and operations. 

(10) To help us detect and take 

action against security breaches, 

fraud and other crimes, and 

other risks to Us. 

(11) For us to take legal or 

administrative action, including 

to collect debts, resolve disputes 

with You, and to deal with 

regulators. 

Our legitimate interest in assessing 

Your credit-worthiness before 

offering or committing to provide 

you with credit. 


addressing security breaches, 

frauds and other crimes or risks 

that may affect our business. 

In the case of personal data: Our 

legitimate interest in enforcing our 

contract with You and in resolving 

any disputes with You and in 

dealing with regulators. 

In the case of special category data: 

as necessary for us to establish, 

exercise or defend legal claims. 

(12) To contact you by email. For prospective customers: Normally 

we will ask for your consent and will 

not contact you by email if you have 

specifically withheld or withdrawn 

Your consent to this. See above, 

“How We may contact You”. 

For existing customers: It is lawful for 

us to contact You by email provided 

that We give you an easy method 

to unsubscribe. 

You can stop Us contacting you by 

email at any time by contacting 

uk-marketing@vikingrivercruises.com 

(13) To contact you by telephone We will ask for your explicit 

consent, and will not contact you 

by telephone unless we have 

your consent, unless covered by 

legitimate interest. 

(14) To transfer your personal 

data overseas (see below). 

(15) To use other people’s 

personal data that You provide 

to Us. 

Normally we will ask for your 

explicit consent and may be 

unable to process Your personal 

data unless We have Your consent. 

Our legitimate interest in providing 

our service to you. We do ask you 

to ensure that you have the other 

people’s permission for you to 

share their personal data, and that 

you make them aware that you 

have shared it with Us for use as 

described in this Privacy Notice. 

HOW LONG WE RETAIN YOUR PERSONAL DATA 

We will hold Your personal data until we find your 

contact details are not current, or you can’t be reached 

after 6 months of trying, or we are notified that you are 

deceased, or you or a regulator ask Us to stop processing 

Your personal data. 

DISCLOSURE OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA 

For as long as We have access to your personal data, 

We may share any of it with any of the following to the 

extent that they need to have access to Your personal 

data in order to perform their role: 

(1) Anyone within Our organisation which includes, 

without limitation, Our sales and marketing teams, and 

our finance team. 

(2) Other companies in Our group, such as Our parent 

company, Viking River Cruises (Bermuda) Ltd. When we 

store and use Your personal data in electronic format, we 

use IT systems that are operated by Our parent company, 

and located in the United States. 

(3) Selected third parties who help us to perform Our 

contract with you. This includes third parties who help 

us directly (such as airlines and service providers on the 

ship, which operate globally and both in the United 

Kingdom and your intended cruise destination(s)), and 

third parties who help us indirectly (such as our IT service 

providers, marketing mailing houses who may create 

and/or distribute Our marketing materials to You). We 

do not share Your personal data with third parties for 

their own marketing purposes. We may provide you 

with services from third party suppliers. 

(4) Your travel agent. 

(5) Our banks and other payment processing service 

providers who process Your payments to Us. 

(6) The Governments and authorities of the United 

Kingdom and other jurisdictions, and in particular their 

border control, security, anti-terrorism and related functions. 

(7) Our IT service providers who provide, maintain, 

improve, manage, optimise or fix the IT facilities 

that We use or rely on in our business, including 

computing devices, computer networks, connectivity, 

telecommunications, software, our Website. 

(8) Our online service providers, who provide marketing 

and advertising placement services for Us, including 

providers of search engines, analytics services, 

behavioural marketing services, and online applications 

and services including social media. 

(9) Our professional service providers, such as 

accountants, auditors and insurance brokers. 

(10) Credit reference agencies that we use to assess Your 

credit score where this is a condition of Us entering into a 

contract with You. 

(11) Your and Our insurers and their agents, and Your 

and Our medical staff and legal advisers. 

(12) Any third party company or companies in the event 

that We go through a business transition, such as a 

merger, being acquired by another person or company, 

or selling a portion of Our assets. 

We reserve the right to disclose Your personal data to 

other third parties if We have lawful grounds to do so, or 

are under a legal obligation to disclose or share it with 

them, or in order to established, exercise or defend Our 

legal rights, or to protect the rights, property, or safety 

of the Company. This includes exchanging information 

with other companies and organisations for the 

purposes of fraud protection and credit risk reduction. 

OUR TRANSFER OF YOUR PERSONAL DATA ABROAD 

As stated above, in some cases We will transfer Your 

personal data to a location that is outside the United 

Kingdom, and even outside the European Economic Area. 

The European Commission decides, for the purposes 

of Data Protection Legislation, whether or not states 

outside the European Economic Area have “adequate” 

safeguards for personal data. 

• In the case of the United States, it is not currently 

considered to provide adequate safeguards, although 

its Government operates Privacy Shield and members 

of that scheme are considered to have “adequate” 

safeguards. 

• If Your intended cruise destination(s) is/are outside 

the European Economic Area, the relevant state(s) 

may not provide adequate safeguards. 

We can lawfully make necessary transfers of your 

personal data to these overseas locations if we have 

your explicit consent. If we ask you for your explicit 

consent, it may be the case that we will be unable to 

make the necessary transfer(s) of your personal data 

to these overseas locations unless we obtain your 

consent. This may impact on Our ability to process 

Your personal data using Our electronic systems, and/ 

or it may result in you being denied entry to your 

intended cruise destination(s). 

YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE DATA PROTECTION 

LEGISLATION: 

(1) You have the right to access personal data that We 

hold about You. Your right of access can be exercised in 

accordance with the Data Protection Legislation. You can 

submit a data access request at any time. In order to do this, 

please contact Us at data.protection@vikingcruises.com. 

(2) If You become aware of any inaccuracies in Your 

personal data which We process on Your behalf, You 

have a right to ask us to rectify the inaccuracies. On 

receiving Your request We will either fulfil it or explain 

why We have decided not to. 

(3) To the extent that (a) We no longer need to use 

Your personal data (e.g. You no longer wish to receive 

marketing from Us, or You tell us that You no longer wish 

to go on cruises) for purposes described in our Notices, or 

(b) We rely on Your consent and You have withdrawn it, 

or (c) You object to our legitimate interests for using Your 

personal data and no exception applies to permit Us to 

keep using it, or (d) it is established that We did not have 

the lawful right to process Your personal data, or (e) the 

law requires us to erase Your personal data, You may ask 

us to erase Your personal data. If we erase Your personal 

data, Your ability to use our services will be affected, as 

described above. 

(4) You have the right to ask Us not to process Your 

personal data for marketing purposes (including 

profiling). You may unsubscribe at any time by emailing 

Us directly at data.protection@vikingcruises.com. 

(5) You have the right to object to Our processing of 

your personal data to the extent that (a) We use the 

personal data on grounds of Our legitimate interests and 

no exception applies to permit us to keep using it, or (b) 

We use it for direct marketing purposes, or (c) We use it 

for scientific or historical research purposes or statistical 

purposes and no exception applies to permit Us to keep 

using it. 

(6) You have the right to ask us to restrict Our processing 

of your personal data to the extent that (a) You have 

questioned the accuracy of the personal data and We 

are still checking its accuracy, (b) it is established that We 

did not have the lawful right to process the personal 

data, (c) We no longer need to use Your personal data 

for the purposes We collected or used it for but You 

need it to be preserved for the purposes of legal claims, 

or (d) You have exercised Your right to object to Our use 

of your personal data and no exception applies to permit 

us to keep using it. 

(7) You have the right to request that We provide to 

You, or to another data controller on Your behalf, a copy 

of any of Your personal data which We process using 

automated means based on your consent, so that You 

may reuse such personal data for Your own purposes on 

alternative services. 

(8) You have the right not to be subject to automated 

processing which significantly affects You, unless We need 

to carry out the automated decision-making to enter into 

or perform Our contract with You, or We are authorised 

by law to use the personal data for automated decisionmaking, 

or We have Your explicit consent. 

(9) You have the right to complain to the Information 

Commissioner (http://www.ico.gov.uk/) if You have any 

concerns in respect of the handling of Your personal 

data by the Company. 

If You would like to exercise any of the above rights, 

including to withdraw Your consent (where Our 

processing of Your personal information relies on 

Your consent), please contact Us at data.protection@ 

vikingcruises.com. 

OUR PROTECTION OF YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION 

We have taken reasonable steps to put in place 

appropriate security measures to protect Your personal 

data when it is processed by Us or on our behalf. 

We do not accept any responsibility for the policies 

of third party Data Controllers, such as providers of 

search engines and social media services. Your use 

of such third parties, their websites and services is at 

Your own risk. Please check the third parties’ Privacy 

Notices before You submit any personal data to them. 

CHANGES TO PRIVACY NOTICE 

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy 

Notice from time to time. If this Privacy Notice changes 

in any way, We will place an updated version on our 

Website. Regularly reviewing our Website ensures that 

You are always aware of what information We collect, 

how We use it and under what circumstances, if any, We 

will share it with other parties. 

If You do not agree to the changes that we make 

from time to time, please tell us via data.protection@ 

vikingcruises.com. If material changes are made to 

this Privacy Notice, We will notify You by placing a 

prominent notice on the Website. 

YOUR COMMENTS ARE APPRECIATED 

If You have any questions or comments regarding 

the Privacy Notice, You can send Us an email at data. 


Information in this brochure is correct at the time 

of going to print on 14 June 2019. 


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