2021 Viking River Brochure 1st edition

Flights 

from London 

included. Plus fly from 

selected regional airports. 

2021 RIVER CRUISES 

EUROPE X RUSSIA X ASIA X EGYPT 

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

X Viking Longship in the Middle Rhine

Viking has been awarded Best River Cruise Line at the 

British Travel Awards for the eleventh 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 Cover: Viking Longship ® in Tournon, Southern France 

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 

2021 Voyages 

PAGE 

THE RIVER WORLD OF VIKING 8 

EUROPE 

Portugal’s River of Gold — 10 Days: Lisbon to Porto 34 

Rhine Getaway — 8 Days: Basel to Amsterdam 40 

Tulips & Windmills ® — 10 Days: Amsterdam roundtrip 46 

Romantic Danube ® — 8 Days: Budapest to Nuremberg 48 

Cities of Light ® — 12 Days: Prague to Paris 54 

Passage to Eastern Europe — 11 Days: Bucharest to Budapest 56 

Grand European Tour — 15 Days: Budapest to Amsterdam 62 

Lyon & Provence — 8 Days: Avignon to Lyon 66 

Châteaux, Rivers & Wine — 8 Days: Bordeaux roundtrip 72 

Paris & the Heart of Normandy — 8 Days: Paris roundtrip 76 

RUSSIA 

Waterways of the Tsars ® — 13 Days: St. Petersburg to Moscow 78 

CHINA & SOUTHEAST ASIA 

Imperial Jewels of China ® — 15 Days: Shanghai to Beijing 84 

Magnificent Mekong ® — 17 Days: Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, plus Angkor Wat 90 

EGYPT 

Pharaohs & Pyramids — 12 Days: Cairo roundtrip 94 

PROGR AMMES & DETAILS 

Deck Plans 98 

Ocean Cruises 104 

Booking Conditions 108 

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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 for First Timers 


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 

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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. 

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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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 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

✓ 

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 

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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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Portugal’s River of Gold 

Experience the renaissance of Lisbon, newly invigorated with trendsetting galleries, concept 

stores and restaurants. Explore two of Iberia’s oldest university towns: Coimbra, Portugal and 

Salamanca, Spain. Wander the terraced neighborhoods 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 10-day cruiseand-stay 

journey. showcases it all, with an included hotel stay in Lisbon and the added bonus 

of a visit to Spain. 

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Santiago de Compostela 

N 

Cruise 

Motor coach 

Atlantic 

Ocean 

Braga 

Porto 

Régua 

Lamego 

DOURO RIVER 

Barca d’Alva 

Vega de Terrón 

Salamanca 

Pinhão 

SPAIN 

Coimbra 

Madrid 

PORTUGAL 

Lisbon 

Lisbon to Porto X 10-day journey with 8 guided tours in 2 countries from £2,195pp per person 

X Monument to the Discoveries, Lisbon 

2021 Portugal’s River of Gold 

DAY DESTINATION ACTIVITIES 

1 Lisbon We meet you at the Lisbon airport & take you to 

your hotel; free time 

2 Lisbon Panoramic city tour featuring the Tower of Belém 

& Jerónimos Monastery, a UNESCO Site 

3 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 

4 Porto Tour of city centre, a UNESCO Site; afternoon 

free time 

5 Régua Explore Lamego; see the Sanctuary of Our Lady of 

Remedies and the 12th-century Lamedo Castle 

Porto Evening at leisure 

6 Douro River Scenic morning cruising 

Barca d’Alva Castelo Rodrigo excursion 

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

visit a local market & sample regional fare 

8 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 

9 Régua Travel to Vila Real and admire the ornamental 

details of Mateus Palace; sample local wine 

Pinhão Evening at leisure 

10 Porto We take you from your ship to Porto airport 

EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey in Lisbon, Madrid or on the Road to Santiago. 

ALL THIS IS INCLUDED: 

• Return scheduled flights from London 

and up to 14 regional airports 

• 8-day cruise with river-view stateroom 

• 2 nights at Lisbon’s Hotel Lisboa (or 

similar) 

• 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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Portugal’s River of Gold: Your Journey 

LISBON TO PORTO X 10 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 Lisbon 

From Lisbon airport we take 

you to your hotel for a two-night 

stay. Settle in and relax, or head 

out and begin to explore this 

lovely city. Surrounded by hills 

and overlooking the River 

Tagus, Lisbon’s cobbled streets, 

pastel-coloured houses, whitedomed 

cathedrals and historic 

monuments offer a photo 

opportunity at every turn. 

DAY 2 Lisbon 

Your included half-day tour of 

Lisbon takes you to the Monastery 

of Jerónimos, built in honour of 

Vasco da Gama’s discovery of a 

sea route to India in 1498, the 

UNESCO-listed Tower of Belém. 

Evidence of Portugal’s seafaring 

heritage is ever-present, and you 

can explore the city’s multicultural 

history on a walking tour of the 

narrow lanes of the Alfama district. 

Your evening is free to dine in any 

Lisbon’s fabulous eateries. (B) 

DAY 3 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. (B, L, D) 

X Sample locally produced port 

DAY 4 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 5 Régua and Pinhão 

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) 

X Salamanca Cathedral 

DAY 6 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) 


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 7 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) 

DAY 8 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 9 Régua and Porto 

Sail 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 

X Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies 

varieties. Rejoin your ship in 

Pinhão, which sits on an especially 

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

DAY 10 Porto 

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. 

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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. 

Madrid 


Explore Spain’s cultural, artistic and historic 

centre, a modern hub where the spirit of small 

neighbourhoods prevails. Three nights in the 

InterContinental Madrid (or similar), daily 

breakfasts, a city tour of Madrid and all transfers 

between your hotel and ship are included, along 

with the services of a Viking host. 

Lisbon 


One of Europe’s most romantic capital cities, 

Lisbon is both historic and cosmopolitan, offering 

gracious 18th-century squares and parks, fairytale 

castles, art nouveau architecture, panoramic 

city views and a distinctive take on Mediterranean 

cuisine. Two nights in the Hotel Tivoli Lisboa (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. 


Portugal’s River of Gold LISBON TO PORTO X 10 Days / 8 Guided Tours / 2 Countries 

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(F) 

Standard 

(E) 

French 

Balcony 

(D) 

French 

Balcony 

(C) 

Veranda 

(B) 

Veranda 

(A) 

Veranda 

Suite 

(AB) 

Veranda 

Suite 

(AA) 

April 17, 18, 19, 21, 24, 25, 26 

April 28 

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23, 24, 26, 29, 30, 31 

June 2, 5, 6, 7, 9, 12, 13, 14, 16, 19, 20, 21, 

23, 26, 27, 28, 30 

July 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 11, 12, 14, 17, 18, 19, 21, 

24, 25, 26, 28, 31 

August 1, 2, 4, 7, 8, 9, 11, 14, 15, 16, 18, 

21, 22, 23, 25, 28, 29, 30 

September 1, 4 ,5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 13, 15, 18, 

19, 20, 22, 25, 26, 27, 29 

October 2, 3, 4, 6, 9, 10, 11, 13, 16, 17, 18, 20 

October 23, 24, 25, 27, 30, 31 

November 1, 3, 6, 7, 8 

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This table shows you the prices for each stateroom category. To see where the staterooms are located, look at the deck plans 

on page 100. 

See pages 108-115 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. 


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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 Kinderdijk windmills 

2021 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. 

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







• 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 

After breakfast, disembark for 

your return home. (B) 



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 



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March 19, 23 

March 26, 28, 30 

April 2, 3, 4, 6 

April 9, 11, 13 

April 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, 30 

May 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 

21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30 

June 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 15, 16, 18, 20, 

22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 30 

July 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 23, 25, 27, 

28, 30 

August 1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 18, 20, 22, 24, 

25, 27, 29, 31 

September 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 17, 19, 21, 

22, 24, 26, 28, 29 

October 1, 3, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 

22, 24 

October 26, 27, 29, 31 

November 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12, 14, 16, 17 

November 19, 21, 23, 24 

November 26, 28, 30 

December 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 19 

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This table shows you the prices for each stateroom category. To see where the staterooms are located, look at the deck 

plans on pages 98-99. 

See pages 108-115 for terms and conditions. Prices per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplements: E 50%, F, D-ES 100%. Flight upgrades from 



N 

Cruise 

North 

Sea 

Bruges 

Zeeland 

Ghent 

Hoorn 

Amsterdam 

NOORD 

Kinderdijk 

SCHELDE 

Antwerp 

BELGIUM 

THE 

NETHERLANDS 

AMSTERDAM-RIJNKANAAL 

NEDERRIJN 

Arnhem 

WAAL 

IJSSEL 

RHINE 

Amsterdam roundtrip X 10-day cruise with 8 guided tours in 2 countries from £2,895 per person 

X Amsterdam 

2021 Tulips & Windmills 


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

your ship; free time 

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 







• Netherlands Open Air Museum 

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. 


Tulips & Windmills AMSTERDAM ROUNDTRIP X 10 Days / 8 Guided Tours / 2 Countries 

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French 

Balcony 

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French 

Balcony 

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Veranda 

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Suite 

(ES) 

March 24 

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EXPLORE MORE 


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. 


Romantic Danube 

For centuries, the River Danube has been the muse for artists, composers and poets. Lined 

with grand cities, ancient towns, UNESCO listed landscapes and picturesque vineyards, the 

river flows through Europe’s treasured past. Discover this region’s rich history, on a selection 

of excursions and visits arranged just for you. In Budapest, explore the historic Castle District 

with its iconic Fisherman’s Bastion. Vienna, the city of music, offers numerous cultural treasures. 

Enjoy a Privileged Access excursion to meet the monks at Göttweig Abbey. Explore pretty Passau, 

and discover the charms of Regensburg. 


Prague 

MAIN 

MAIN–DANUBE 

CANAL 

CZECH REPUBLIC 

Regensburg 

GERMANY 

Passau 

DANUBE 

Krems 

Vienna 

DANUBE 

N 

Cruise 

AUSTRIA 

HUNGARY 

Budapest 

Budapest to Regensburg X 8-day cruise with 5 guided tours in 3 countries from £1,595 per person 

X Strauss statue, Vienna 

2021 Romantic Danube 


1 Budapest We meet you at Budapest airport & take you 

to your ship 

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 Vienna Optional Vienna Bike tour or all-day Bratislava tour 

5 Krems Göttweig Abbey tour with grand staircase & church 

Danube River Cruise the Wachau Valley, a UNESCO Site 

6 Passau Walking tour & free time 

7 Regensburg Walking tour through city centre; optional 

Weltenburg Abbey & the Danube Narrows 

excursion 

Danube River Scenic cruising 

8 Regensburg We take you from your ship to the airport 

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on the European Union, Viennese 

coffeehouses & Mozart; learn how to 

make apple strudel 







• Schönbrunn Palace Tour the 

magnificent home of the Hapsburg 

Dynasty, built to rival the sprawling 

palace Château de Versailles 

• Bavarian Beerfast Participate in a 

festive Oktoberfest-style celebration 

in a stunning rural setting 



X Budapest 


Romantic Danube: Your Journey 

BUDAPEST TO REGENSBURG X 8 Days 

From Hungary’s vibrant capital, Budapest, to the elegant cafés of Vienna and Austria’s stunning 

Wachau Valley, no river enchants like the Danube. With medieval towns, grand cities, ancient abbeys, 

picturesque valleys and many UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a cruise along the romantic Danube is 

the perfect journey. 

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, take a panoramic tour of 

the Pest side of the city. Journey 

along Andrássy Avenue and see the 

National Opera House, Parliament 

Building and Chain Bridge. Stop 

in Heroes’ Square to learn more 

about Hungarian history, then 

cross the Danube to Buda’s Castle 

District. Walk up the hill to 

Fishermen’s Bastion and Matthias 

Church and enjoy brilliant views. 

Depart this afternoon and cruise 

along the scenic Danube. (B, L, D) 

DAY 3 Vienna 

Start your day with a half-day city 

tour of Austria’s capital. See some 

of Vienna’s gracious architecture, 

then ride along the beautiful 

Ringstrasse with sights including 

the Opera House, Stadtpark and 

Hofburg Theater. You then see 

St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Lunch on 

board, then afternoon free time to 

explore on your own or enjoy visit 

to the Schönbrunn Palace. (B, L, D) 

DAY 4 Vienna 

Explore the home of the famous 

Lipizzaner stallions. Visit a historic 

farmers’ market with your Viking 

chef. Or enjoy a visit to beautiful 

Bratislava. Your second day in The 

City of Music gives you more time 

explore. You may wish to join the 

optional evening 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 Wachau Valley 

X Chain Bridge, Budapest 


DID YOU KNOW? 

Göttweig Abbey: A Cultural Sanctuary 

Göttweig Abbey in Krems has no shortage of splendor. 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 


DAY 6 Passau 

Morning arrival in Passau, at the 

confluence of the Inn, Ilz and 

Danube Rivers. Your guided walk 

takes you through the Old Town 

and past traditional patrician 

houses. You see the New Bishop’s 

Residence and visit the impressive 

baroque St. Stephen’s Cathedral 

with its ornate interior. Lunch 

on board, but return to the city 

for further exploration before an 

evening departure. (B, L, D) 

DAY 7 Regensburg 

After breakfast, embark on a 

walking tour through the scenic 

town of Regensburg, one of 

Europe’s best-preserved medieval 

cities. See 13th- and 14th-century 

church spires, towers and patrician 

houses and the 12th-century Old 

Stone Bridge. Free time to stroll 

the streets, shop or visit Germany’s 

oldest restaurant, the Alte 

Wurstküche. Enjoy an afternoon of 

scenic cruising along the Danube 

or join an optional Weltenburg 

Abbey & the Danube Narrows 

excursion. (B, L, D) 

DAY 8 Regensburg 

After breakfast, disembark for your 

return home. (B) 



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 Old Sausage Kitchen, Regensburg 

X River Danube, Passau 

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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 and hotel/ship transfers are included 

along with the services of a dedicated Viking host. 

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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Bamberg CANAL 

Prague 

Bernkastel 

Trier 

Würzburg 

Nuremberg CZECH REPUBLIC 

Heidelberg Rothenburg 

MOSELLE 

FRANCE 

Prague to Paris X 12-day journey with 10 guided tours in 4 countries from £3,295 per person 

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

2021 Cities of Light 


1 Prague We meet you at the Prague airport 

& take you to your hotel;* free time 

2 Prague Panoramic tour of city, a UNESCO Site, including 

Old Town and Charles Bridge; afternoon at leisure 

or optional Lobkowicz Palace tour 

3 Nuremberg Motor coach transfer with Nuremberg city tour 

Bamberg Embark your ship 

4 Bamberg Guided city walk 

5 Würzburg Tour baroque Bishops’ Residenz palace; free time 

6 Wertheim Full-day Heidelberg excursion 

7 Mainz Guided tour of Old Town & Gutenberg Museum 

Rüdesheim Afternoon at leisure 


Cochem Guided city walk & Reichsburg Castle 

9 Bernkastel Free time or optional wine tasting 

Moselle River Scenic cruising amidst vineyard-clad hills 

Trier 

City tour featuring Porta Nigra & Trier Cathedral 

10 Luxembourg Motor coach transfer with guided city tour 

featuring the American Cemetery 

Paris 

Hotel check-in; evening at leisure 

11 Paris Panoramic city tour including landmarks along the 

Seine, a UNESCO Site; free time; optional Paris 

Cabaret & Dinner excursion 

12 Paris We take you from your hotel to the Paris airport* 

EXPLORE MORE 

Extend your journey in Prague or Paris. 






• 2 nights each at Corinthia Hotel Prague 

& Le Méridien Etoile Paris (or similar) 


in every port of call 


specialties, plus hotel breakfasts 




• Culture Curriculum: Enjoy a folkloric 

performance; attend lectures on the 

European Union & the Main River; learn 

how to make your own German bread 

pudding & Rüdesheim Coffee; get to 

know a local glassblower and his craft 






• Privileged Access: Lobkowicz Palace 

Tour the Lobkowicz family’s resplendent 

palace adorned with a collection of 

priceless art & artifacts 

• Paris Cabaret with Dinner Enjoy an 

elegant meal followed by an extravagant 

performance of Parisian cabaret at 

Paradis Latin 




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March 24 

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May 5, 12, 19, 26 

June 16, 23, 30 

July 7, 14, 21, 28 

August 4, 11, 18, 25 

September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

October 6, 13 



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Prague – two nights from £399pp 

Discover the “City of a Hundred Spires.” Tour Hradcany Castle, 

visit Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral and stroll along Charles Bridge. 

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 of a dedicated 

Viking host. 

Paris – two nights from £399pp 

Be enchanted by the art in the Louvre or stroll along the 

Champs-Élysées. Ascend the Eiffel Tower for a breathtaking 

view, dine at a Parisian bistro or enjoy an evening at a 

cabaret. Two nights at the Le Méridien Etoile Paris (or similar) 

and daily breakfasts are included along with the services of 

a dedicated Viking host. 


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. 


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Budapest 

DANUBE 

CROATIA Osijek 

HUNGARY 

Kalocsa 

Iron Gate 

Transylvania 

ROMANIA 

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Vidin 

Belogradchik 

SERBIA 

DANUBE Bucharest 

Giurgiu 

Veliko Tarnovo 

BULGARIA 

Bucharest to Budapest X 11-day journey with 8 guided tours in 5 countries from £2,045 per person 

X Rose-picking festival in Bulgaria 

2021 Passage to Eastern Europe 


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

hotel; free time 

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 Golubac Cruise the Iron Gate, featuring scenic limestone cliffs; 

join an included your of the Golubac Fortress 

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 & Golubac 

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. Arrive in Golubac 

and join an included tour of the 

Golubac Fortress. (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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May 4, 10, 17, 25, 31 

June 8, 14, 22, 28 

July 6, 12, 20, 26 

August 3, 9, 17, 23, 31 

September 6, 14, 20, 28 

October 4, 12, 18, 26 

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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. 


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Cologne 


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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 £2,795 per person 

X Old Town hall, Bamberg 

2021 Grand European Tour 


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 

3 Danube River Scenic cruising along the Danube 

Vienna Evening at leisure, optional classical concert 

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 


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 

• Budapest Thermal Bath Soak up 

the restorative powers of Budapest’s 

nourishing spas and join the locals in a 

centuries-old tradition 



X The Middle Rhine, Germany 


A few highlights of your journey 

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 

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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 

and hotel/ship transfers are included along with 

the services of a dedicated Viking host. 


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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Grand European Tour – The Viking Longships 



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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. 


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Avignon to Lyon X 8-day cruise with 7 guided tours from £1,595 per person 

X Lavender, Provence 

2021 Lyon & Provence 


1 Avignon We meet you at Marseille airport & take you 

to your ship; free time 

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 Walk through town; see the Basillica of Notre Dame 

and the magnificent St. Jean Cathedral 

7 Lyon Excursion to the Beaujolais wine region or optional 

Beaujolais & Truffles excursion 

8 Lyon We take you from your ship to Lyon airport 

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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 


Lyon & Provence AVIGNON TO LYON X 8 Days / 7 Guided Tours 



SAVE 

£1,000pp 

Lyon & Provence – The Viking Longships 




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April 27 

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June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

July 6, 13, 20, 27 

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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. 


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Pauillac 

Blaye 

Bourg Libourne 

Saint-Émilion 

Bordeaux 

Bergerac 

GARONNE 

Arcachon 

Cadillac DORDOGNE 

Bordeaux roundrip X 8-day cruise with 7 guided tours from £1,595 per person 

X Saint Émilion 

2021 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 

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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 

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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 

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June 5, 12, 19, 26 

July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

August 7, 14, 21, 28 

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Juno Beach 

Gold Beach 

Omaha Beach 

Rouen 

Vernon 

Les Andelys 

Giverny 

Mantes-la-Jolie 

Paris 

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Paris roundrip X 8-day cruise with 7 guided tours from £1,945 per person 

X Alexander Bridge, Paris 

2021 Paris & the Heart of Normandy 

DAY DESTINATION 

ACTIVITIES 


1 Paris 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 La Roche-Guyon Stroll through the town’s picturesque streets 

Giverny 

Monet Foundation excursion touring the 

home & gardens of Claude Monet 

4 Seine River Scenic cruising through France’s Normandy 

region 

Rouen 

Walking tour through the medieval city 

centre 

5 Normandy Beaches 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 

Optional Paris by Night tour 

8 Paris We take you from your ship to Paris airport 

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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 

£1,000pp 

Paris & the Heart of Normandy – Viking Kari, Viking Radgrid 



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Loire Valley 


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

of the region’s best-known and most beautiful châteaux. Two nights at the 

Domaine de Beauvois and one night at the Le Méridien Etoile (or similar), 

daily breakfasts & one dinner, guided tours of Orléans and Tours plus châteaux 

visits and hotel/ship transfers are included in this fully escorted package. 

Paris 


Be enchanted by the romance of France’s capital. Browse the art in 

the Louvre or 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), daily breakfasts, guided walking tour and 

hotel/ship transfers are included along with the services of a dedicated 



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 ONEGA 

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Helsinki 


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Moscow 

St. Petersburg to Moscow X 13-day cruise with 10 guided tours from £3,095 per person 

X Russian ballet dancer 

2021 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 

EXPLORE MORE 

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


X St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow 


• Return indirect scheduled flights from 

London and up to 14 regional airports 





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) 






shown above. 

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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 



Waterways of the Tsars ST. PETERSBURG TO MOSCOW X 13 Days / 10 Guided Tours 



SAVE 

£1,000pp 

Waterways of the Tsars – Viking Helgi, Viking Ingvar, Viking Truvor 



Deluxe 

(DX) 

Deluxe 

(CX) 

Veranda 

(BX) 

Veranda 

(AX) 

Junior Suite 

(JR) 

Suite 

(AA) 

May 3, 4, 5, 15, 16, 17 

May 27, 28, 29 

June 8, 9, 10, 20, 21, 22 

July 2, 3, 4, 14, 15, 16, 26, 27, 28 

August 7, 8, 9, 19, 20, 21, 31 

September 1, 2, 12, 13, 14 

September 24, 25, 26 

October 6, 7, 8 

2021 prices £4,095 £4,395 £4,845 £5,095 £7,445 £7,695 

saving £1,000pp £3,095 £3,395 £3,845 £4,095 £6,445 £6,695 


saving £1,000pp £3,645 £3,945 £4,445 £4,795 £7,095 £7,295 


saving £1,000pp £3,295 £3,695 £4,095 £4,445 £6,795 £6,995 


plans on page 102. 

See pages 108-115 for terms and conditions. Prices per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplements: DX 50%, CX-AA 100%. Flight upgrades from 


IMPORTANT: VISA REQUIRED 

A Russian visa must be arranged in advance for an approximate cost of £260 per person. An Invitation Letter to Russia, 

which costs approximately £61 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 

Sea 

East China 

Sea 

Shanghai 

N 

THREE GORGES 

Guilin 

Cruise 

Air 

Hong Kong 

Shanghai to Beijing X 15-day journey with 11 guided tours from £2,995 per person 

X Forbidden City, Beijing 

2021 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. 

EXPLORE MORE 


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. 


Imperial Jewels of China Shanghai to Beijing X 15 Days / 11 Guided Tours 



SAVE 

£1,000pp 

Imperial Jewels of China – Viking Emerald 



Veranda 

(F) 

Veranda 

(E) 

Veranda 

(D) 

Veranda 

(C) 

Veranda 

(B) 

Veranda 

(A) 

Junior 

Suite 

(JR) 

Suite 

(AA) 

Explorer 

Suite 

(ES) 

March 15, 24, 27 

April 5, 8, 17, 20 

April 29 

May 2, 11, 14, 23, 26 

June 4, 7, 16 

August 18, 27, 30 

September 8, 11, 20, 23 

October 2, 5, 14, 17 


November 7 

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saving £1,000pp £3,495 £3,545 £3,695 £3,745 £3,895 £3,945 £4,245 £4,345 £6,445 


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This table shows you the prices for each stateroom category. To see where the staterooms are located, look at the deck plans 

on page 103. 

See pages 108-115 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. 


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. 


VIETNAM 

Hanoi 

Ha Long 

Bay 

N 

Cruise 

Motor coach 

Air 

THAILAND 

Angkor Wat 

Siem Reap 

Bangkok 

TONLE SAP LAKE 

CAMBODIA 

Gulf 

of 

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 £3,195 per person 

2021 Magnificent Mekong 


1 Hanoi Fly from the UK to Hanoi 

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

hotel; free time 

3 Hanoi Explore this ancient city’s Temple of Literature, 

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and “Hanoi Hilton” 

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 a local school 

7 Siem Reap Hotel check-out; admire the Cambodian countryside 

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 Local Vietnamese Dishes 


• Return scheduled flights from London, 

Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester, 

Edinburgh and Cardiff 


• 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 Angkor Wat Temple 



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 



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


SAVE 

£1,000pp 

Magnificent Mekong – Viking Mekong 



Standard 

(C) 

Standard 

(B) 

Standard 

(A) 

Junior Suite 

(JR) 

January 3, 7, 17, 21, 31 

February 4, 14, 18, 29 

March 4, 14, 18 

August 1, 5, 15, 19, 29 

September 2, 12, 16, 26, 30 

October 10, 14, 24, 28 

November 7, 11, 21, 25 

December 5, 9, 19, 23 

2021 prices £5,595 £5,795 £5,995 £6,395 

saving £1,000pp £4,595 £4,795 £4,995 £5,395 


saving £1,000pp £4,995 £5,195 £5,395 £5,795 


saving £1,000pp £3,195 £3,395 £3,595 £3,995 


saving £1,000pp £3,495 £3,695 £3,895 £4,295 


saving £1,000pp £4,495 £4,695 £4,895 £5,295 


saving £1,000pp £4,995 £5,195 £5,395 £5,795 


saving £1,000pp £4,895 £5,095 £5,295 £5,695 


plans on pages 103. 

See pages 108-115 for terms and conditions. Prices per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplements: C-JR 100%. Flight upgrades from £2,500pp, 

subject to availability. 


Vietnam and Cambodia visas must be arranged in advance from an approximate cost of £226.40 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. 


Mediterranean 

Sea 

Cairo 

ISRAEL 

Jerusalem 

Bethlehem 

Dead 

Sea 

JORDAN 

Petra 

Amman 

EGYPT 

N 

Air 

Cruise 

Esna 

Edfu 

Qena 

Luxor 

NILE 

Kom Ombo 

Aswan 

Red 

Sea 

Cairo roundtrip X 12-day journey with 11 guided tours from £4,665 per person 

X Spice Market 

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 Pyramids, Cairo 



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. 

EXPLORE MORE 


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. 


Pharaohs & Pyramids CARIO ROUNDTRIP X 12 Days / 11 Guided Tours / 1 Country 


SAVE 

£1,000pp 

Pharaohs & Pyramids – Viking Osiris 



Standard 

(B) 

Veranda 

(A) 

Veranda Suite 

(AA) 

Explorer 

(ES) 

January 6, 13, 20, 27 saving £1,000pp £5,225 £6,495 £7,145 SOLD OUT 

February 3, 10, 17, 24 saving £1,000pp £5,295 £6,665 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT 

March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 saving £1,000pp £5,145 £6,425 £7,065 £8,975 

April 7, 14, 21 saving £1,000pp £4,985 £6,345 £6,985 £8,895 

April 28 saving £1,000pp SOLD OUT £6,185 £6,825 £8,825 

May 5, 12, 19, 26 


saving £1,000pp £4,665 £6,025 £6,585 £8,265 

September 22, 29 saving £1,000pp SOLD OUT £6,185 SOLD OUT £8,585 

October 6, 13, 20 saving £1,000pp £5,065 £6,345 £6,905 £8,585 

October 27 

November 3, 10, 17, 24 

December 1, 8, 15, 22 

saving £1,000pp £5,225 £6,495 £7,145 £9,065 

Prices above include the the saving of £1,000pp. This table shows you the prices for each stateroom category. To see 

where the staterooms are located, look at the deck plans on pages 101. 

See pages 108-115 for terms and conditions. Prices per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplements 100%. Flight upgrades from £2,500pp, subject 

to availability. 


Guests will require an Egyptian visa. This can be obtained on arrival into Egypt. This is not covered by Viking. 

Pharaohs & Pyramids – Viking Ra 



Suite 

(AC) 

Veranda Suite 

(AB) 

Veranda Suite 

(AA) 

January 1, 15, 22, 29 saving £1,000pp £6,105 £6,325 £6,395 

February 5, 12, 19, 26 saving £1,000pp £6,175 SOLD OUT SOLD OUT 

March 5, 12, 19, 26 saving £1,000pp £6,025 £6,325 £6,395 

April 2, 9, 16 saving £1,000pp £5,885 £6,175 £6,255 

April 23, 30 saving £1,000pp £5,805 £6,025 £6,105 

May 7, 14, 21, 28 

August 20, 27 


saving £1,000pp £5,365 £5,585 £5,655 

September 24 saving £1,000pp £5,585 £5,805 £5,885 

October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, saving £1,000pp £6,105 £6,255 £6,325 

November 5, 12, 19, 26 


saving £1,000pp £6,175 £6,395 £6,475 

Prices above include the the saving of £1,000pp. This table shows you the prices for each stateroom category. To see 

where the staterooms are located, look at the deck plans on pages 101. 

See pages 108-115 for terms and conditions. Prices per person, based on double occupancy. Single supplements 100%. Flight upgrades from £2,500pp, subject 

to availability. 


Guests will require an Egyptian visa. This can be obtained on arrival into Egypt. This is not covered by Viking. 


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 

341 

338 

337 

339 

334 

336 

335 

330 

332 

333 

331 

329 

328 

324 

323 

325 

327 

321 

320 

317 

319 

316 

312 

311 

313 

315 

308 

307 

309 

305 

304 

301 

303 

Internet 

Library 

Elevator 

Observation Loungelounge 

Bar 

Buffet 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Grills 

Explorer Suite 

Stateroom with a veranda 


Middle Deck 

236 

237 

234 

235 

230 

232 

231 

233 

224 

226 

228 

225 

227 

229 

222 

223 

221 

216 

217 

219 

210 

212 

214 

211 

213 

215 

208 

209 

204 

206 

205 

207 

202 

203 

200 

201 

Shop 

Reception 

Elevator 

Restaurant 

Buffet 

Kitchen 


Main Deck 

100 101 

102 103 

104 105 

106 107 

108 

110 

112 

114 

116 

118 

120 

109 

111 

113 

115 

117 

119 

121 

122 123 

125 

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 


• 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 


(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 Helgrim / Viking Hemming 

Viking Osfrid / Viking Torgil 

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

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) 

Suite (AB) 

Veranda (B) 

Standard (E) 



Standard (F) 

Veranda (A) 


Golf 

Sun Deck 

Buffet 

Buffet 

Pool 

326 

325 

323 

320 

321 

319 

316 

317 

312 

315 

313 

311 

308 

309 

307 

304 

305 

303 

300 

301 

Upper Observation Deck lounge 

ReceptionShop 

Bar Observation lounge 

Reception Bar 

Observation lounge 

Reception 

Bar Observation lounge 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Reception 

Bar 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

220 

221 

219 

216 

217 

215 

212 

213 

211 

Elevator 

Reception Reception Bar 

208 

Elevator 

209 

Elevator 

207 

Elevator 

Observation Observation lounge lounge 

Aquavit 

Bar 

Terrace 

204 

205 

203 

200 

201 

Restaurant Restaurant 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Al FrescoAl Fresco 

Restaurant Restaurant 

Aquavit 

Middle Terrace Deck 

Restaurant 

Restaurant 

Restaurant 

Restaurant 

Main Deck 

Al Fresco 

Restaurant 

Al Fresco 

Restaurant 

Al Fresco 

Restaurant 

Al Fresco 

Restaurant 

114 

112 

110 

108 

106 

104 

102 

100 

Elevator 

Elevator 

115 

113 

111 

Elevator 

109 

107 

Elevator 

105 

103 

101 

Elevator 

Elevator 

Full veranda 

Full veranda 



Full veranda 

Full veranda 



Veranda Suite 

(AA, AB) 

302 sq. ft. 

Veranda 

(A, B) 

185 sq. ft. 


(C, D) 

150 sq. ft. 

Standard 

(E, F) 

155 sq. ft. 

Pictured: Veranda Suite 

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Viking Osiris 

Viking Osiris is a brand new vessel, the most upscale ship in Egypt. She is a state-of-the-art vessel - 

designed in the clean, elegant Scandinavian aesthetic for which Viking is known. 

Veranda (A) 

Pool 

Kitchen 

221 

218 

219 

Standard (B) 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Restaurant 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

216 

217 

214 

215 

212 

213 

Sun Deck 

Pool Deck 

Upper Deck 

Shop 

Middle Deck 

Reception 

Main Deck 


Elev. 

Elev. 

Elev. 

306 

307 

210 

211 

Lounge 

Bar 

208 

209 

304 

305 

206 

207 

302 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

204 

205 

303 

202 

203 

200 

201 

Suite (AA) 

300 

301 

• 41 comfortable outside staterooms 

(12 Standard Staterooms, 21 

Veranda Staterooms, 6 Veranda 

Suites, 2 Explorer Suites) 

• Explorer suites feature two fullsize 

rooms with a veranda off the 

bedroom & a spacious bathroom 

with separate bathtub and glass 

enclosed shower 

• Veranda suites feature two full-size 

rooms with a veranda off the living 

room & a French balcony in the 

bedroom 

• Pool & Sun Deck with 360-degree 

views & shaded sitting area 

• Aquavit Terrace & Lounge, a 

revolutionary indoor/outdoor 

viewing area for al fresco dining 

• Viking Lounge & Bar with floor-toceiling 

glass doors 



• Library & onboard shop 

Suite 

(AA) 

409 sq. ft. 

Veranda 

(A) 

239 sq. ft. 

Full veranda 

Full Full Veranda veranda 


110 111 

108 

109 

Elev. 

106 

107 

104 

105 

102 

103 

100 

101 

• Elevator from Main Deck to Pool 

Deck only; no elevator access for 

Sun Deck 

• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed 

may vary) 


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 

202 

203 

(AC) Suite 

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 



• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed 

may vary) 


Veranda Suite 

(AA, AB) 

291 sq. ft. 

Pictured: Veranda Suite 

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) 

Full veranda 

Suite (AA) 

Junior Suite (JR) 

Veranda (AX) 

Veranda (BX) 

Deluxe (CX) 

Deluxe (DX) 

Upper Deck 

400 

403 

402 

405 404 

407 

406 

409 

408 

Elev. 

411 

Elev. 

410 

Elev. 

413 

412 

415 414 

417 

416 

419 

418 

421 

420 

423 422 

425 

424 

427 

426 

429 428 

431 

430 

433 432 

437 436 

439 

438 

Panorama Bar 

Suite 

(AA) 

400 sq. ft. 

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

Middle Deck 

Full veranda 

Full veranda 

Buffet 

Buffet 

Neva Restaurant 

Elev. 

Elev. 

Elev. 

301 

300 

303 

302 

305 

304 

307 

306 

309 

308 

311 

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315 

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329 328 

331 330 

333 332 

All staterooms on the Middle Deck have a veranda. 

Elev. 

Main Deck 

Elev. 

Elev. 

Elev. 

200 

201 

Shop Library Reception 

202 

203 

204 

205 

206 

207 

208 

209 

210 

211 

212 

213 

214 

215 

216 

Cat CX & DX have a large picture window that opens. 

217 

218 

219 

220 

221 

222 

Promenade 

223 

224 

Promenade 

225 

226 

227 

228 

229 

230 

Veranda 

(AX) 

225 sq. ft. 

(BX) 

230 sq. ft. 

NEW 

SHIPS 

Elev. 

Viking Kari / Viking Radgrid 

These ships feature customised hulls and engines specifically built to navigate the historic Seine River. 

Built: 2020 Length: 410 ft. Crew: 46 Guests: 168 Decks: 4 

Staterooms: 84 (2 Explorer Suites, 7 Veranda Suited, 35 Veranda, 18 French Balcony, 22 Standard) 


Veranda (B) 

Standard (E) 



Standard (F) 

Elev. 

Veranda (A) 


Full veranda 

Full Veranda 



Full Veranda 

Full veranda 

Sun Deck 

Walking Track 

Solar 

Panels 

Walking Track 

336 

337 


330 331 

332 333 

334 335 

323 

324 

325 

327 

328 

329 

Suite with a veranda & French balcony 

320 

316 

317 

319 

321 

312 

311 

313 

315 

308 

307 

309 

305 

301 

303 

304 

Internet 

Internet 

Library 

Library Internet 

Library 

Elevator 

Upper Deck 

Lounge 

Lounge 

Bar Lounge 

Buffet 

Aquavit 


Terrace 

Aquavit 

Terrace 

Veranda Suite 

(AA) 

275 sq. ft. 

Veranda 

(A, B) 

205 sq. ft. 




Middle Deck 



230 231 

232 233 

228 

229 

226 

227 

222 223 

224 225 

220 

221 

219 

214 

215 

217 

210 

212 

211 

213 

206 

208 

207 

209 

204 

205 

200 201 

202 203 

Shop 

Reception 

Reception 

Reception 

Elevator 

Restaurant 

Restaurant 

Buffet 

Restaurant 

Kitchen 


Main Deck 

120 121 

118 

119 

114 

116 

117 

113 

115 

110 

112 

111 

104 

106 

108 109 

100 

102 

101 

103 

105 

107 

Water-level staterooms have smaller windows 

Internet 

Library 

Lounge 


(C, D) 

Aquavit 135 sq. ft. 

Terrace 

Standard 

(E, F) 

150 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 

511 

509 

507 

505 

503 

501 

Shop 

Reading 

Room 

516 

512 

510 

508 

506 

504 

502 

Lounge 

Lounge Lounge 

Bar Bar Bar Bar 

Observation 

Observation 

Lounge 

Lounge Lounge 

Pictured: Suite 

Coffee Station 

Upper Deck 

443 

444 

441 

442 

437 

439 

438 

440 

435 

436 

431 

433 

432 

434 

425 

427 

429 

426 

428 

430 

423 

424 

421 

422 

419 

420 

417 

416 

418 

411 

415 

412 

407 

409 

408 

410 

403 

405 

404 

406 

401 

402 

Veranda 

Veranda 

Veranda 

Veranda 

Veranda 

Veranda 

Middle Deck 

301 

303 

305 

307 

309 

311 

315 

317 

319 

321 

323 

325 

327 

329 

331 

333 

335 

337 

339 

341 

343 

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349 

Veranda 

302 

304 

306 

308 

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326 

328 

330 

332 

334 

336 

338 

340 

342 

344 

346 

348 

Veranda 

Main Deck 

Restaurant 

Reception 

Lobby 

Cruise Manager 

221 222 

223 224 

225 226 

227 228 

219 

220 

217 

216 

218 

211 

215 

212 

207 

209 

208 

203 

205 

204 

206 

Lounge 

Bar 

201 

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 

313 314 

315 316 

317 318 

Restaurant 

301 302 

303 304 

305 306 

307 308 

309 310 

Boutique 

Middle (Lotus) Deck 

201 202 

203 204 

205 206 

207 208 

209 210 

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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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 ‘ 

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Overnight in Port 

GERMANY 

POLAND 

STOCKHOLM TO BERGEN 

15 DAYS 11 GUIDED TOURS 8 COUNTRIES 

Sails: Aug 8, 13, 22, 23, Sep 5, 6, 19, 2020, 

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

Aug 17, 18, 31, Sep 6, 2021 

From: £4,840pp 

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: 

Prices 

From 

VERANDA £4,840 

DELUXE VERANDA £4,990 

PENTHOUSE VERANDA £5,690 

PENTHOUSE JR. SUITE £6,790 

EXPLORER SUITE £8,290 

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

pricing and deck plans, see website. Prices above apply to April 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: 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) 

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Prices 

From 






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

and deck plans, see website. Prices above apply to selected Oct - Nov 2020 

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

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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: May 24, Jun 17, Jul 1, 12, 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) 

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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. 

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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: 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). 

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Prices 

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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. 

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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 January 2020. 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’, ‘Viking 

Ocean Cruises’ and “Viking Expedition 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. 

By making a booking with us, you (on behalf of yourself 

and all members of your party) agree to the terms of our 

Privacy Policy details of which are available on our website 

at www/vikingcruises.co.uk or which can otherwise be 

provided to you in writing upon written request to data. 

protection@vikingcruises.com or via our offices at Viking, 

Nelsons House, 83 Wimbledon Park Side London SW19 

5LP 

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 

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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 

may levy Cancellation Charges as provided in clause D1. 

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 

levy Cancellation Charges as provided in clause D1) 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 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 as provided 

in clause D1. These charges are based on the estimated 

cost of cancelling your arrangements and the reasonable 

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 under- occupancy 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 pre-booked 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 

The Cancellation Charges payable by you as set out 

above represent the maximum charges that we are 

contractually entitled to charge. We consider the reasons 

for cancellations and the likely level of loss that we are 

likely to incur on an individual basis. In the circumstances 

Cancellation Charges that are levied on you (if any) 

will vary from case to case and be based on our actual 

financial loss suffered, or likely to be suffered, having first 

made reasonable attempts to mitigate the same. The 

nearer the cancellation is to the date of departure, the 

higher the Cancellation Charges are likely to be as it will be 

more difficult to resell the cancelled package and any such 

resale may not be at the original price payable by you. 

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. 

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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 

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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 H8 (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 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. Please also note 

the additional requirements and information set out 

in clause H10 that apply in respect of our Expedition 

Cruises. For further information please also 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 or 0800 

319 66 60. 

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 

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 www.abta.com. 

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 nonprovision 

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, it is likely that ships will be docked 

alongside each other. This will 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. 

For the avoidance of doubt, you are permitted to 

use, portrayals of you and/or any other Passenger in 

combination with crew or the Ship for your private 

noncommercial 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 

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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. 

H10. ADDITIONAL PROVISION RELATING TO 

CRUISES MARKETED AS “EXPEDITION CRUISES” 

In this clause H10, the terms: 

“Expedition Cruise” means those cruises marketed by us 

as “Viking Expedition Cruises” which cruises may involve 

travel to remote locales, including, but not limited to, 

the Arctic or Antarctic regions. 

“Fit to Travel Letter” means a personal medical 

questionnaire to be completed by both the Passenger 

and a qualified medical advisor in a form as prescribed 

by us and which will be required to be submitted to us 

(including any updates in respect of the same) prior to 

you be permitted to travel. 

H10.1 INSURANCE 

10.1.1 Save where clause 10.1.3 applies, we require 

all passengers to provide written evidence, prior to 

departure, that they have in place suitable insurance 

cover that will cover emergency medical treatment, 

evacuation and repatriation from the areas to be 

visited by the relevant cruise. Such cover for emergency 

medical treatment, evacuation and repatriation must 

have a limit of indemnity of not less than £250,000. or 

such alternative level as we may reasonably require. 

Proof that such insurance cover is on risk will normally 

be required to be produced to us not less than 12 

months prior to the date of departure or, if departure 

is due less than 12 months after booking, then prior to 

your booking being confirmed. If you advise us at least 

12 months prior to departure that insurance cannot be 

obtained for you or any member of your group purely 

on medical or disability grounds, then, unless clauses 

10.1.3 applies, you may cancel your booking (but 

unless otherwise agreed by us so far only as it relates to 

the relevant individual who is unable to obtain cover) 

and receive a refund of monies paid in respect of such 

individual. 

10.1.2 You must advise us without delay of any 

withdrawal of insurance cover (or any circumstances 

that can reasonably be expected to result in such 

withdrawal or the policy otherwise being avoided 

by the insurers) that occurs prior to departure. 

Immediately prior to departure we may require 

evidence that insurance cover as required under clause 

10.1.1 remains in force and if evidence cannot be 

produced then, unless clause 10.1.3 applies, we may 

cancel the booking (whether in total or just in respect 

of the relevant individual) in which case Cancellation 

Charges may be levied under clause D1. 

10.1.3 We may, in our reasonable discretion, waive 

the requirements in clauses 10.1.1 and 10.1.2 but such 

waiver is only likely to be given where an individual 

who is unable to obtain the required insurance cover is 

able to provide evidence of alternative financial security 

that will cover, in full, the reasonably foreseeable 

costs of emergency medical treatment, evacuation 

and repatriation. Instances of a waiver of the above 

conditions are likely to be rare and passengers should 

discuss individual circumstances with us as soon as 

they become aware of the same as, if insurance cover 

is unavailable, it is likely that the relevant passenger 

should not be travelling on an Expedition Cruise. 

10.1.4 Where we intend to cancel an individual’s 

booking under this clause 10 you will be given the 

opportunity to transfer that individual’s place on the 

booking to someone else suggested by you and clause 

C2.3 shall apply in respect of any such transfer. Please 

note where an individual’s booking is cancelled under 

this clause 10 and you cannot fill that person’s place, 

you may have to pay additional monies by way of 

single or under- occupancy supplements. 

H10.2 ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF INCREASED RISKS 

By making a booking with us for an Expedition Cruise 

you and all members of your group acknowledge that:- 

(1) the nature of the cruise is such that it comes with 

additional risks and dangers above and beyond those 

of other more mainstream cruises, such as, by way 

of example only, a greater likelihood that you will 

be exposed to extreme weather conditions or other 

unpredictable forces of nature (including the behaviour 

of animals), a greater likelihood that you will be 

required to exert yourself physically or psychologically, 

that you will travel to remote regions far from medical 

services (including regions where is it difficult or 

even impossible to carry out medical evacuations by 

helicopter or other means), and that equipment may 

malfunction in remote locations; 

(2) you recognise the increased risks of traveling on 

an Expedition Cruise and the increased possibility of 

injury to yourself or your property, and the resulting 

consequences; 

(3) the reason, at least in part, of your travel on an 

Expedition Cruise is because of the excitement and 

enjoyment provided on Expedition Cruises resulting 

from, at least in part, the increased risks inherent in an 

Expedition Cruise; 

(4) Expedition Cruises may not be able to offer the 

same services and accommodation standards as other 

more mainstream cruises and that you may be subject 

to greater restrictions on what you may bring on board; 

and 

(5) the pricing of your ticket for an Expedition Cruise is 

based on your assumption of the inherent increased 

risks of an Expedition Cruise. 

H10.3 FITNESS TO TRAVEL 

By making a booking with us for an Expedition Cruise 

you and all members of your group acknowledge that:- 

(1) embarkation on the vessel will constitute a warranty 

from each passenger that, save as may have already 

been disclosed to us in writing, he or she has no 

physical or psychological condition which entails an 

unreasonable increased risk to the health or safety of 

persons on board or to the conduct of the Expedition 

Cruise; 

(2) if we become aware of any such condition, we 

may cancel the booking or deny boarding (whether 

in total or just in respect of the relevant individual and 

including denial of boarding at any port) in which case 

Cancellation Charges may be levied under clause D1; 

(3) in order to travel on an Expedition Cruise, you and all 

members of your group will be required to (i) provide 

to us a Fit to Travel Letter approximately 6 months prior 

to departure (or immediately after booking if you book 

travel on an Expedition Cruise within 6 months prior 

to departure); (ii) inform us in writing of any changes 

to the answers to any items on the Fit to Travel Letter 

at least 30 days before departure and also at the point 

of embarkation, and (iii) alert us immediately after you 

become aware of any changes to any answers to any 

items on the Fit to Travel Letter after embarkation; 

(4) we are not medical advisors and that, 

notwithstanding the provision to us of any medical 

information relevant to an Expedition Cruise and/or 

you being allowed to embark, such does not constitute 

any medical advice from us as to the advisability or 

safety of you participating in an Expedition Cruise or 

any activities related to an Expedition Cruise; and 

(5) you and each member of your group must rely solely 

on the advice of his or her medical practitioner as to the 

advisability or safety of participating in an Expedition 

Cruise or any activities related to an Expedition Cruise. 

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. 

• 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 on 

board 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 split-level 

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 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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choices, operations and Websites 

that meet the requirements of 

our existing and prospective 

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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. 


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time of going to print on 18 December 2019. 


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supplements apply. All offers can be withdrawn at any time. Flights from local airports will be booked by Viking’s air department. These flights may be indirect, involve a change of aircraft and can depart as 

early as 6am. Please note that while only scheduled airlines are used, some may charge for luggage. For full terms and conditions, please visit vikingcruises.co.uk/terms-conditions or call us. 

If you would no longer like to receive marketing communications from Viking, please call us on 020 0870 7900 or write to us at Viking, Nelson’s House, 83 Wimbledon Parkside, London, SW19 5LP and you 

will be unsubscribed from our mailing list. All of our incoming and outbound calls are recorded to help provide the highest standards of customer care. If you do not wish to have your call recorded, please 

contact us by an alternative means. Either via our website vikingcruises.co.uk or via email at info-uk@vikingrivercruises.com. Our latest privacy notice can be found at vikingcruises.co.uk. The privacy notice 

tells you what information we collect about you, how we use it, and your related rights. 

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ATOL protected. ‘Viking’, ‘Viking Cruises’, ‘Viking River Cruises’ and ‘Viking Ocean Cruises’ are trading names of Viking River Cruises UK Limited. ATOL number 3124. 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, call 

us on 020 8780 7900 or see your travel agent.

2021 Viking River Brochure 1st edition

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