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Curtis & Danielle Anderson

Cruises on the Rhine, Main & Danube Rivers

The Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers run from the North Sea all the way to the Black Sea. As a traveler, you have the option of exploring the Northern region, including the Netherlands and northern Germany; the central region, including Bavaria and Austria; or the southern region, including Slovakia, Hungary, Bulgaria and Romania. Viking offers cruises from 7 to 23 days in this region; the choice is yours!

Rhine Discovery

Europe River Cruise - Katz Castle on the Rhine River
Amsterdam to Basel

From £895 / 8 Days

Visit all the highlights of the legendary Rhine in just 8 days. In Germany, see the many charming castles commanding the riverbanks as you sail by, and tour both Marksburg Castle and the ruins of Heidelberg Castle. Admire Cologne, the jewel of the Rhine, with its awe-inspiring Dom, and experience the lush landscape of the Black Forest region. Also, explore Holland’s famous windmills and waterworks, encounter multicultural Strasbourg in France, and take part in the inviting nightlife in Rüdesheim’s Drosselgasse. On this itinerary you see a lot—without spending a lot of time.

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Romantic Danube

Europe River Cruise - Nuremberg, Germany
Budapest to Nuremberg

From £1,095 / 8 Days

Discover grand cities and quaint villages on this 8-day journey along the “Blue Danube.” Explore both sides of fascinating Budapest, experience Vienna’s imperial architecture and gracious culture, and tour riverside towns in Austria’s Wachau Valley. In Germany, explore a baroque abbey and stroll cobbled streets lined with half-timbered houses.

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Grand European Tour

Europe River Cruise - Fishermen's Bastion, Budapest, Hungary
Amsterdam to Budapest

From £1,995 / 15 Days

Imagine 15 magical days along the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers. From Holland’s windmill-studded tulip fields to Germany’s fairytale castles, from the engineering marvel of the Main-Danube Canal to the picturesque vineyards of Austria’s Wachau Valley, this epic voyage presents the highlights of Holland, Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. Savor a decadent Sachertorte in a Viennese café and panoramic views of imperial Budapest—and along the way, discover the legend of the Lorelei, the ancient art of glassblowing, the music of Mozart and more. Guests who choose this voyage soon see why it is our most popular itinerary.

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Danube Waltz

Europe River Cruise - Hofburg Imperial Palace, Vienna
Passau to Budapest

From £1,295 / 8 Days

Explore four of Europe’s most enchanting countries—Austria, Germany, Hungary and Slovakia—along the storied Danube River. See the range of architectural wonders in Budapest and Bratislava, sail through the spectacular Wachau Valley, and take a tour of the 900-year-old baroque Benedictine abbey at Melk on this amazing 8-day itinerary.

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Voyage to Switzerland

Amsterdam to Lucerne

From £1,589 / 10 Days

Immerse yourself in history, culture and glorious views on this 10-day “cruise and stay” holiday, from Holland’s fascinating windmills and Cologne with its Gothic cathedral, along the picturesque Rhine, through the lush Black Forest and multicultural Strasbourg before you reach Basel; then on to the stunning Swiss town of Lucerne, situated amongst some of the most beautiful scenery in Switzerland.

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Passage to Eastern Europe

Europe River Cruise - Budapest, Hungary
Budapest to Bucharest

From £1,445 / 11 Days

Let us take you to the cities, towns and natural wonders of Eastern Europe. Visit capitals of Hungary, Serbia and Romania plus towns in Croatia and Bulgaria, and see the region’s dramatic scenery.

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Cities of Light

Europe River Cruise - Paris at night
Paris to Prague

From £2,735 / 12 Days

Discover the romance of Paris and Prague and all the quaint small towns in between on this 12-day journey, including two nights each in Paris and Prague and a scenic river cruise along the Moselle, Rhine and Main Rivers. Take in the picturesque landscape of vineyard-clad hillsides as you cruise through Germany and sample fine wines of the region.

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Tulips & Windmills

Europe River Cruise - windmill in Holland
Amsterdam – Antwerp – Amsterdam

From £1,395 / 10 Days

Holland’s floral splendor only happens in the springtime. Come see the rainbow of colors, and visit some of Belgium’s most beautifully preserved medieval cities for the ultimate 10-day spring vacation in the Low Countries. Explore Amsterdam’s cosmopolitan atmosphere and world-famous museums. Experience Belgium’s Golden Age in historic Antwerp and the lovely patrician cities of Ghent and Brugge. Learn more about Holland’s age-old battle against the sea with tours of ingenious windmills and the massive Delta Works project. Plus, enjoy savory Dutch cheeses, delectable Belgian chocolates and Belgium’s exquisite, intricate lace on this delightful vacation.

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