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Explore with Viking—Danube

Winding through Germany, Austria, Hungary and five other countries, the Danube River is the soul of Central and Eastern Europe. Join us for a river cruise along these culture-rich banks, where scenic vineyards, captivating history and savory cuisine have inspired travelers for centuries. Stroll through Budapest’s Castle District and cross the famous Chain Bridge. Enjoy Vienna’s renowned café culture and celebrate the city's remarkable classical musical heritage at a concert featuring works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Johann Strauss. With medieval towns, stunning scenery and access to elegant cities such as Salzburg and Bucharest, a journey on the “Blue Danube” is a captivating and unforgettable experience.

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Grand European Tour

Budapest to Amsterdam
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Romantic Danube

Budapest to Regensburg
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Danube Waltz

Budapest to Passau
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Passage to Eastern Europe

Bucharest to Budapest
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Capitals of Eastern Europe

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Christmas on the Danube

Budapest to Regensburg
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Pre & Post Cruise Extensions—Danube

Enjoy additional days before or after your voyage to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or visit a new destination. Our knowledgeable local Viking hosts will be available to help you make the most of your time with tailored cultural and dining recommendations.

  • Budapest

    2 Nights

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Extend Your Cruise with 2 Nights in Budapest

Explore Hungary’s legendary capital city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the Castle District, venture across the Danube along the Chain Bridge and indulge in some delightful local cuisine.

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Andrássy Avenue, Budapest, Hungary

Day 1 - Budapest

Arrive in Budapest, then transfer to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to relax and sample some Hungarian cuisine. A Viking Host is available to help you plan your time in Budapest so you can make the most of your visit.

Budapest National Gallery

Day 2 - Budapest

You have a full day to enjoy some of the sights and attractions of this beautiful city. Cross the Danube via the famous Chain Bridge and walk through Pest, perhaps pausing to do some shopping along Váci Street. Or enjoy the hillier Buda neighborhoods, tour the Hungarian National Gallery or relax at one of the city’s elegant thermal spas. (B)

Budapest Chain Bridge

Day 3 - Budapest

After breakfast, enjoy the morning at leisure before transferring to your ship in the afternoon. (B)

Your Accommodations

InterContinental Budapest

Overlooking the Danube River and offering stunning views over the Parliament building, the Intercontinental Hotel Budapest is located in close proximity to the castle district. Guest rooms are elegantly appointed and the on-site spa offers soothing relaxation therapies and sauna. The hotel’s Arz restaurant serves upscale Lebanese fare.

All this is included:

  • 2 hotel nights in Budapest (as shown or similar)
  • 2 meals: 2 breakfasts (B)
  • Services of a Viking Host
  • All transfers

UPGRADE TO OUR PREMIUM HOTEL: The award-winning Four Seasons Gresham Palace is located by the Chain Bridge in the heart of Budapest. This hotel is a stunning example of Art Nouveau architecture, with a sweeping staircase, stained glass, mosaics and ironwork. This Premium experience includes a guided small-group walking tour so you can explore the city intimately.

NOTE:
Optional Shore Excursions
: a selection of additional excursions may be available to enhance your extension experience. Optional excursions will be bookable in MVJ when your cruise shore excursions open for sale.

Extension is not available on all departure dates; confirm availability & seasonal pricing when booking. Pricing may vary by departure or activity date. Activity order may vary. Accommodations are subject to change depending on availability; if advertised hotel is not available, a similar hotel will be confirmed. Any included flights are economy class. Luggage restrictions may apply on intra-country flights. Specific details will be provided once program is confirmed. Shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.


The following meals are included for all days as listed: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner

Extend Your Cruise with 3 Nights in Transylvania & Bucharest

Encounter Romania’s mysterious Transylvania and explore numerous castles and fascinating towns during this extension, featuring a two-night stay in Brașov and tours of Peleș Castle and Dracula’s Castle.

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Palace of Parliament, Bucharest

Day 1 - Bucharest

Welcome to Bucharest. Transfer to your hotel in the heart of the city, with the former Royal Palace and great shopping at your doorstep. The rest of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring the city’s wide boulevards and captivating architecture on your own. Your Viking Tour Director is available to help you plan your time in Bucharest so you can make the most of your visit.

Sinaia Peles Castle, Transylvania

Day 2 - Transylvania

After breakfast, take a drive through the Transylvanian countryside. Visit Peleș Castle, a 19th-century fortification in Sinaia that melds numerous European architectural styles and materials into a harmonious and romantic structure. Continue to Brașov and experience a little touch of Saxony during a walking tour. In the Main Square, see the Biserica Neagră, named for the fire damage it suffered, and explore the town’s historic center. Enjoy this evening at your leisure. (B)

Bran Castle, Transylvania

Day 3 - Transylvania

Today, you may join an optional full-day excursion exploring Transylvania, including a visit to the medieval town of Sighișoara. Wind your way through narrow alleys between pastel-hued buildings surrounded by fortified walls. Within this UNESCO World Heritage Site lies the history of 15th-century Walachian prince Vlad the Impaler, otherwise known as Dracula. (B)

Sanctuary, Sangov Monastery

Day 4 - Bucharest

This morning, check out of your Brașov hotel and take a short ride to Bran Castle, commonly known as Dracula’s Castle. This landmark citadel, built during the 14th century and used by Saxon and Walachian kings, is the best known of several locations linked to the Dracula legend. The castle has Gothic and baroque furnishings and decorative arts on display. After your tour, embark on a scenic drive to Bucharest, where you will join your fellow guests. (B)

Your Accommodations

Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel, Braşov

Located close to Braşov’s Main Square, the Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel, Braşov lies nestled amid the Carpathian Mountains and is the ideal spot to explore the city on foot. Well-appointed rooms offer spacious accommodations, the restaurant serves a range of European and Asian fare and the rooftop bar offers scenic views of the surrounding mountains.

JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel

Situated close to the Old Town, the JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel is ideally located to explore Bucharest. The imposing Palace of Parliament and People’s Salvation Cathedral are a short distance away and reachable on foot. Dining options include traditional Italian, American classics and premium steaks at the hotel’s signature JW Steakhouse.

All this is included:

  • 1 hotel night in Bucharest; 2 hotel nights in Brașov
  • 3 meals: 3 breakfasts (B)
  • 2 guided tours: Peleș Castle & Guided City Tour of Brașov; Dracula’s Castle
  • Fully escorted by your Viking Tour Director
  • All transfers

NOTE:
Optional Shore Excursions
: a selection of additional excursions may be available to enhance your extension experience. Optional excursions will be bookable in MVJ when your cruise shore excursions open for sale.

Extension is not available on all departure dates; confirm availability & seasonal pricing when booking. Pricing may vary by departure or activity date. Activity order may vary. Accommodations are subject to change depending on availability; if advertised hotel is not available, a similar hotel will be confirmed. Any included flights are economy class. Luggage restrictions may apply on intra-country flights. Specific details will be provided once program is confirmed. Shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.


The following meals are included for all days as listed: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner

Extend Your Cruise with 4 Nights in Budapest & Tokaj

Discover Hungary’s northern wine country. Tour Gödöllö Palace and explore Eger’s baroque architecture and enjoy local wines. In Tokaj, visit historic sites, including a UNESCO-listed cellar system, and sample regional delicacies. Experience traditional pastoral life at Hortobágy National Park.

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  • Romantic Danube
  • Danube Waltz
  • Rhine, Main & Danube Odyssey
Hungarian Parliament, Budapest

Day 1 – Budapest

Fly into Budapest, where you will be met by your Viking Representative and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, relax or spend the rest of your day exploring the city on your own. Your Viking Tour Director is available to help you plan your time in Budapest so you can make the most of your visit. This evening, meet your fellow travelers and enjoy a welcome drink before dining at your leisure.

Aerial view of Gödöllö Palace at sunset

Day 2 – Budapest

This morning, explore Hungary’s largest baroque palace, marveling at its historical traditions and unique architectural splendor. Visit the charming Gödöllö Palace, a favorite retreat of Empress Elisabeth and Emperor Franz Joseph I. Given as a coronation gift in 1867, the palace boasts beautifully restored interiors and exquisite 18th-century French-style gardens. Enjoy a guided tour through its impressive complex and serene surroundings. Afterward, spend the rest of your day at leisure. (B)

Eger, Hungary

Day 3 – Eger & Tokaj

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and begin your transfer to Tokaj. Along the way, stop in Eger, a charming town set amid the rolling hills of a famous wine region. An orientation walk will introduce you to the beautiful baroque buildings and history of Eger, followed by free time for independent exploration and lunch on your own. Savor a taste of regional wines at a local vineyard before checking in to your hotel in Tokaj, then enjoy dinner at another local vineyard this evening. (B, D)

Gombos-hegyi Pincesor Cellars, Hercegkút

Day 4 – Tokaj

Today, explore the Tokaj region, renowned for its sweet wine. Visit a local home for a taste of homemade jam and champagne before discovering the baroque synagogue in Mád and its adjoining rabbi house. After lunch, head to Hercegkút for an opportunity to marvel at its unique cellar system, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This evening, enjoy a Privileged Access tour of the Tokaj Museum, showcasing ancient winemaking tools and traditional wine barrels, followed by dinner at a local bistro. (B, L, D)

Horse Riding Show, Puszta, Hungary

Day 5 – Hortobágy National Park & Budapest

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and begin your transfer to Budapest. Along the way, stop at the Hortobágy National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the vast Hungarian plains, home to traditional animal husbandry, Hungarian gray cattle and herds of sheep. Visit the bird hospital, a refuge for wild storks and other birds, and the Shepherd Museum. After lunch, enjoy a carriage ride and a display of traditional horseback riding before continuing to Budapest and your ship. (B, L)

Your Accommodations

InterContinental Budapest

Overlooking the Danube River and offering stunning views over the Parliament building, the Intercontinental Hotel Budapest is located in close proximity to the castle district. Guest rooms are elegantly appointed and the on-site spa offers soothing relaxation therapies and sauna. The hotel’s Arz restaurant serves upscale Lebanese fare.

Minaro Hotel Tokaj - Mgallery

Set amid the lush vineyards of Tokaj, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Mayan-inspired hotel is a short drive from many of the region’s top wineries. Well-appointed guest rooms offering sweeping views of the surrounding wine region, and the hotel’s Tortuga Restaurant serves Central American flavors created with local ingredients.

All this is included:

  • 2 hotel nights in Budapest (as shown or similar); 2 hotel nights in Tokaj (as shown or similar)
  • 8 meals: 4 breakfasts (B); 2 lunches (L) & 2 dinners (D)
  • 5 guided tours: Gödöllö Royal Palace & Gardens; Eger by Foot & Wine Tasting; Mád & Hercegkut; Tokaj Museum & Dinner; Hortobágy National Park
  • Fully escorted by your Viking Tour Director
  • All transfers

NOTE:
Optional Shore Excursions
: a selection of additional excursions may be available to enhance your extension experience. Optional excursions will be bookable in MVJ when your cruise shore excursions open for sale.

Extension is not available on all departure dates; confirm availability & seasonal pricing when booking. Pricing may vary by departure or activity date. Activity order may vary. Accommodations are subject to change depending on availability; if advertised hotel is not available, a similar hotel will be confirmed. Any included flights are economy class. Luggage restrictions may apply on intra-country flights. Specific details will be provided once program is confirmed. Shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.


The following meals are included for all days as listed: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner

Extend Your Cruise with 3 Nights in Vienna

Explore the city of Strauss, Freud, Mahler, Klimt and many other great fin de siècle thinkers, and experience the place that defined high culture for all of Europe. See Vienna’s elegant architecture and enjoy local food, wine and Viennese hospitality.

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Vienna, Austria

Day 1 - Vienna

Upon arrival in Vienna, you will transfer to your hotel. Settle in, relax and prepare for tomorrow’s discoveries. A Viking Host is available to help you plan your time in Vienna so you can make the most of your visit.

Strauss Statue, Vienna

Day 2 - Vienna

This morning, take a panoramic drive and walking tour through Vienna and see the magnificent architectural highlights of one of Europe’s most elegant capitals. This afternoon, you may join an optional excursion for a taste of Vienna as you sample a selection of Viennese delicacies. This evening, you can choose to attend a performance that celebrates the music of Mozart and Strauss in a historic venue, followed by a scenic drive through an illuminated Vienna as you return to your hotel. (B)

Schonbrunn Palace, Vienna

Day 3 - Vienna

Spend the day at your leisure or join an optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace, the magnificent home of the Hapsburg Dynasty built to rival the sprawling Château de Versailles. Tour the imperial apartments and grandly furnished rooms where Empress Maria Theresa resided and learn about her extraordinary reign. Tonight, you may choose to participate in a high-spirited Heurigen Evening at a local vineyard to celebrate a successful wine harvest. (B)

Day 4 - Vienna

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Budapest and to your hotel. (B)

Your Accommodations

Grand Hotel Wien

Located close to the Vienna State Opera and Kärntner Strasse, the city’s main shopping street, the Grand Hotel Wein offers five restaurants, including the Michelin starred “Le Ciel by Toni Mörwald,” two bars and a spa. Deluxe rooms are luxuriously furnished and equipped with elegant furniture and modern amenities.

All this is included:

  • 3 hotel nights in Vienna (as shown or similar)
  • 3 meals: 3 breakfasts (B)
  • 1 guided tour: Panoramic Vienna
  • Services of a Viking Host
  • Transfer from Vienna to Budapest
  • All transfers

NOTE:
Optional Shore Excursions
: a selection of additional excursions may be available to enhance your extension experience. Optional excursions will be bookable in MVJ when your cruise shore excursions open for sale.

Extension is not available on all departure dates; confirm availability & seasonal pricing when booking. Pricing may vary by departure or activity date. Activity order may vary. Accommodations are subject to change depending on availability; if advertised hotel is not available, a similar hotel will be confirmed. Any included flights are economy class. Luggage restrictions may apply on intra-country flights. Specific details will be provided once program is confirmed. Shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.


The following meals are included for all days as listed: B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner

Shore Excursions—Danube

Enjoy a complimentary shore excursion in each port of call. Or, choose from a wide selection of optional onshore experiences designed to immerse you in your destination. To learn more, browse some of our most popular shore excursions or explore our cruise itineraries below.

  • Mozart & Strauss Concert

    The classical music never stops in Vienna, as you will hear firsthand during this special concert.

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  • Salzburg Highlights

    Spend the day in picturesque Salzburg, setting of the beloved film The Sound of Music and the birthplace of Mozart.

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    • Romantic Danube
    • Danube Waltz
  • Schönbrunn Palace

    Tour the magnificent home of the Hapsburg Dynasty, built to rival the sprawling Château de Versailles.

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    • Romantic Danube
    • Danube Waltz
  • Picturesque Bratislava

    Get acquainted with the Slovakian capital, a vibrant and relaxed cultural center.

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    • European Sojourn
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  • Weltenburg Abbey & the Danube Narrows

    Visit a splendid abbey, founded in the 7th century, at a spectacularly scenic bend in the Danube Narrows.

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Mozart & Strauss Concert

Duration: 3 hours      

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The Vienna Residence Orchestra Serenades You

The classical music never stops in Vienna, as you will hear firsthand during this special concert. Even the elegant architecture along the famed Ringstrasse seems to sing. On a daily basis, the city celebrates its long musical tradition with concerts in high-style venues. The Vienna Residence Orchestra is one of its most beloved institutions. Despite its young age (it was founded in 1989), it has hosted luminaries in the classical music world; Rudolf Nureyev was once a guest director. During this special performance, lose yourself in the lilting airs of Vienna’s most beloved music. In a historic venue, witness the period come to life as costumed singers and dancers take to the stage. And enjoy the beautiful strains of Strauss waltzes and selections from Mozart’s The Magic Flute. Then, the magic continues during a scenic drive after dark through an illuminated Vienna.

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  • Romantic Danube
  • Danube Waltz

* Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.

Salzburg Highlights

Duration: 9 hours 30 minutes      

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City of Mozart and The Sound of Music

Spend the day in picturesque Salzburg, setting of the beloved film The Sound of Music and the birthplace of Mozart. Drive with your guide past charming mountain villages, rolling hills and pristine lakes. Upon arrival in this glorious city, enjoy a guided walking tour of the Italianate Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its high-baroque architecture. Pass by the Hagenauer House at Getreidegasse 9, the birthplace of renowned classical composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Salzburg’s favorite son; today, it is one of Austria’s most visited museums. See the Domplatz, dominated by the 249-foot 17th-century Dom and St. Peter’s Abbey, where Mozart premiered the Great Mass in C Minor in 1783. Savor lunch in Austria’s oldest restaurant, named for the church, as classically trained singers and musicians regale you with songs in the spirit of the musical.

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  • Grand European Tour
  • Romantic Danube
  • Danube Waltz

* Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.

Schönbrunn Palace

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes      

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Splendid Residence of the Hapsburgs

Tour the magnificent home of the Hapsburg Dynasty, built to rival the sprawling Château de Versailles. With your guide, drive just outside the city center to the monarchy’s fabulous summer residence. In 1569, Holy Roman Emperor Maximilian II erected the original hunting lodge here and called it Schönbrunn, meaning “beautiful spring.” In 1775, Empress Maria Theresa, the only female ruler of the Hapsburgs, added the grand neoclassical Gloriette colonnade so she could have sweeping city views. Enjoy a guided tour of the imperial apartments and grandly furnished rooms where Maria Theresa resided. Learn about her extraordinary reign, which featured many military campaigns and domestic reforms in medicine, education and civil rights. There will be free time to explore the formal gardens.

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  • Grand European Tour
  • Romantic Danube
  • Danube Waltz

* Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.

Picturesque Bratislava

Duration: 8 hours      

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An Easygoing and Intimate Capital City

Get acquainted with the Slovakian capital, a vibrant and relaxed cultural center. Meet your guide at your ship, then set off to explore this intimately sized capital. Drive via Grassalkovich Palace and Freedom Square up to Bratislava Castle for views over the city and surrounding plains, then descend to the Old Town, graced with ornate mansions and art nouveau houses. During your walking tour, admire the medieval Town Hall complex, where a butter-hued tower looks over the red-roofed city, and view the fortifications at Michael’s Gate, one of the only surviving medieval gateways. See the baroque Holy Savior Jesuit Church and the Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral. A stunning and revered remnant from the city’s past, it was the site of Hungarian coronations for more than 250 years. Enjoy some free time in the lovely town center before returning to your ship.

Find this Excursion on:
  • Romantic Danube
  • European Sojourn
  • Rhine, Main & Danube Odyssey

* Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.

Weltenburg Abbey & the Danube Narrows

Duration: 5 hours      

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A Tranquil Monastery in a Heavenly Setting

Visit a splendid abbey, founded in the 7th century, at a spectacularly scenic bend in the Danube Narrows. Join your guide for a drive to Kelheim, where you will board an excursion boat for a short cruise through the lovely Danube Narrows. This area of unsurpassed scenic beauty is where the river has cut a pass through the mountains, carving the narrowest and steepest section of the river. Cruise past the white cliffs, then disembark for a visit to Weltenburg Abbey, one of Germany’s oldest monasteries. The ornate abbey features a gilded altar, elegant marble interior and masterful paintings of biblical scenes. Its famous brewery was founded in 1050, and beer has been brewed here ever since. The monastery brewery produces ten different brews, including its most recent “Anno 1050.” During your excursion, enjoy a local beer and an authentic German pretzel.

Find this Excursion on:
  • Romantic Danube
  • Rhine, Main & Danube Odyssey

* Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.

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Pay only £25pp deposit ("Promotion") -
Terms & Conditions of this offer:

  1. The Promotion only applies to bookings that are accepted by Viking River Cruises UK Limited ("Viking") between 1 October 2025 and 31 October 2025 ("Promotion Period").
  2. Bookings will only be regarded as accepted by Viking upon (1) payment of the £25 per person deposit and (2) the issue of Viking's Confirmation Invoice and/or an ATOL Certificate in respect of the relevant booking.
  3. The balance of the total price of the travel arrangements booked with the benefit of the Promotion is payable 70 days prior to the date of departure.
  4. The Promotion does not apply to bookings with a date of departure within 70 days of the date of acceptance of the booking.
  5. The Promotion does not apply to cruises marketed by Viking as "World Cruises" or "World Voyages" or "World Discoveries".
  6. Viking's standard Booking Conditions apply in full to any bookings accepted during the Promotion Period (including any additional fees payable in respect of amendments to bookings or flight upgrades), save as otherwise provided in these terms and conditions.
  7. Viking reserves the right to withdraw the Promotion at any time but such withdrawal shall not affect any bookings accepted prior to such withdrawal.

Choose your offer - Terms & Conditions of this offer:
Choose a saving of £150pp or a free drinks package. Offer is valid on new 2026-2028 river, ocean and expedition bookings made between 1-31 October 2025 only. Free drinks package offer excludes Egypt itineraries. If booking online on the Viking website, enter offer code D150 to save £150pp on your cruise fare or enter offer code SSB1 to receive a free drinks package package. To book via telephone with the Viking Reservations Team quote "October offer".