A river cruise is the ideal way to discover Europe, Russia or China. Unlike an ocean cruise or bus tour, river cruises visit a port nearly every day – you’ll enjoy scenic river cruising in between ports of call, and see the best of Europe up close with insider access!
Viking River Cruises offers European river cruises, China river cruises along the Yangtze, and Russian river cruises. Take a look and discover why these are better than any European tours or China tours! From our award-winning ships to outstanding service to crew who speaks your language, you'll discover the best of European vacations is aboard a Viking ship.
Recipient of multiple awards from Conde Nast Traveler and Travel + Leisure, Viking River Cruises offers discriminating travelers comfortable, affordable and all-inclusive river cruise vacations along the great rivers of Europe, Russia & China.
Join us on an unforgettable journey on one of the best-known river cruise ships in France. Formerly sailing as Viking Burgundy, MS Maribelle offers a leisurely journey through Southern France under its new name.
Experience life on France’s great rivers. MS Maribelle cruises the southern rivers Rhône and Saône, where passengers discover the vineyards of Burgundy, the gourmet city of Lyon, scenic Provence and the colorful villages and historic towns, frequently with Roman origins. MS Maribelle was built in 2000 as Viking Burgundy, and she continues to offer the highest standards of safety and comfort. MS Maribelle features a restaurant, bar, sun deck, promenade outside the observation lounge, and 76 spacious comfortable outside staterooms.
Prince Abbas was built in 1998 and renovated in 2007. She carries 130 guests across Lake Nasser in spacious suites (430 square feet) and staterooms (226 square feet); guests enjoy amenities like a pool, whirlpool, two-tiered sun deck and two lounges. Prince Abbas is operated by Viking’s Swiss travel partner, leading hotel operator Mövenpick.
The RV Tonle is a beautifully handcrafted ship specifically designed to navigate even the most remote area of the Mekong River. Built in 2002, the RV Tonle accommodates 66 guests and offers a river view from every stateroom, deluxe rooms with large windows and personal deck space, and an extraordinarily friendly atmosphere with attentive, English-speaking crew. Explore the sights, sounds and flavors of one of the most culturally diverse regions in the world while enjoying the comfort and elegant romance of the RV Tonle.
Royal Lotus was built in 2005 to carry 120 guests along the Nile River in spacious suites (452 square feet) and staterooms (236 square feet) and features amenities like a pool, whirlpool and small gym with massage services. Royal Lotus is operated by Viking’s Swiss travel partner, leading hotel operator Mövenpick.
Designed by legendary naval architects Yran & Storbraaten, the team behind The Yachts of Seabourn, these new vessels offer state-of-the-art engineering, design and luxury. Viking Embla provide guests with more ways to personalize their trip. Choose from a variety of stateroom classes, onboard entertainment options and ship locations from which you can enjoy sailing through the scenery, all the while enriching your time in some of Europe’s most remarkable destinations.
Two Explorer Suites feature spectacular 270° views with a private wraparound veranda. Veranda Suites feature two full rooms with a veranda off the living room and a French balcony in the bedroom. Enjoy the indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship, or relax on the Sun Deck. The ship featuring energy-efficient hybrid engines, solar panels and an organic herb garden, were named to honor prominent members of the Norse pantheon. The ship carries 190 guests in comfortable, understated elegance, with hotel-style beds and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs and in-room refrigerators.
Restaurant, lounge and bar, library, sun deck, promenade deck, souvenir shop, elevator, laundry service, voltage 220V, 2 plugs and 115V (razor outlet).
Viking Century Sky is a 5 star sister ship that was built to accommodate discerning travellers and maximize the comfort of your journey. Custom built to Viking River Cruises specifications and designed by internationally acclaimed naval architects Yran & Storbraaten, these 5-deck deluxe cruise ships are the newest and best ships sailing Chinas Yangtze River.
On board you will find stylish comfort and beautiful Finnish design. Each of the 153 spacious outside features a balcony, private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, hotel-style beds, individual climate control, telephone and television. At 221 square feet, the standard cabins are the largest among any ship in China. You will enjoy an array of fine amenities that you would expect from a 5-star hotel including two lifts, a gym, sauna, massage rooms, business centre, internet cafe and coffee bar as well as the services of a doctor and beauty salon.
All meals are served in the well-appointed gourmet dining room. The menus were designed to give you a wonderful combination of authentic Chinese cuisine and traditional Western favourites. Viking River Cruises was the first to introduce Western food aboard its ships and specifically designed its kitchens to accommodate the preparation of both styles of cooking.
With just 306 fellow passengers, the intimate and friendly atmosphere allows you to get to know your travelling companions. The on board Swiss hotel management and award-winning, gracious English-speaking staff are the best in China.
Viking Century Sun is a 5 star sister ship that was built to accommodate discerning travellers and maximize the comfort of your journey. Custom built to Viking River Cruises specifications and designed by internationally acclaimed naval architects Yran & Storbraaten, these 5-deck deluxe cruise ships are the newest and best ships sailing Chinas Yangtze River.
On board you will find stylish comfort and beautiful Finnish design. Each of the 153 spacious outside features a balcony, private bathroom with shower, hairdryer, hotel-style beds, individual climate control, telephone and television. At 221 square feet, the standard cabins are the largest among any ship in China. You will enjoy an array of fine amenities that you would expect from a 5-star hotel including two lifts, a gym, sauna, massage rooms, business centre, internet cafe and coffee bar as well as the services of a doctor and beauty salon.
All meals are served in the well-appointed gourmet dining room. The menus were designed to give you a wonderful combination of authentic Chinese cuisine and traditional Western favourites. Viking River Cruises was the first to introduce Western food aboard its ships and specifically designed its kitchens to accommodate the preparation of both styles of cooking.
With just 306 fellow passengers, the intimate and friendly atmosphere allows you to get to know your travelling companions. The on board Swiss hotel management and award-winning, gracious English-speaking staff are the best in China.
An identical sister ship to Viking Sky, these ships are designed to provide optimal scenery viewing and deluxe cruising comfort. Each features Scandinavian-designed interiors, the amenities of a fine hotel, and an English-speaking crew.
Designed by legendary naval architects Yran & Storbraaten, the team behind The Yachts of Seabourn, these new vessels offer state-of-the-art engineering, design and luxury. Viking Embla provide guests with more ways to personalize their trip. Choose from a variety of stateroom classes, onboard entertainment options and ship locations from which you can enjoy sailing through the scenery, all the while enriching your time in some of Europe’s most remarkable destinations.
Two Explorer Suites feature spectacular 270° views with a private wraparound veranda. Veranda Suites feature two full rooms with a veranda off the living room and a French balcony in the bedroom. Enjoy the indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship, or relax on the Sun Deck. The ship featuring energy-efficient hybrid engines, solar panels and an organic herb garden, were named to honor prominent members of the Norse pantheon. The ship carries 190 guests in comfortable, understated elegance, with hotel-style beds and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs and in-room refrigerators.
Cruise the Yangtze River on Viking Emerald, a beautiful, state-of-the-art river cruise vessel built for the 2011 sailing season. Accommodating 264 guests with full balconies, hotel-style beds in every spacious suite and stateroom and an outstanding crew, Viking Emerald is one of the most sophisticated river ships in the world. The ship’s hotel operations are 100% managed by Viking River Cruises Swiss-trained management team, employing the best and most knowledgeable English-speaking staff. Enjoy one of the Viking Emerald’s roomy 269-square-foot staterooms, or treat yourself to a junior suite or suite at 301 square feet and 327 square feet respectively. Or perhaps you would enjoy one of the two 840-square-foot presidential suites, with king-sized bed, separate sitting room and private wraparound balcony.
This elegant river cruise ship, uniquely suited to a variety of European rivers, features a wraparound promenade deck perfect for enjoying passing scenery.
Discover new European destinations on an intimate river cruise vessel. Specially built for the Elbe River, this versatile ship can also sail smaller waterways like the Moselle River.
Two Explorer Suites feature spectacular 270° views with a private wraparound veranda. Veranda Suites feature two full rooms with a veranda off the living room and a French balcony in the bedroom. Enjoy the indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship, or relax on the Sun Deck. These “green” ships, featuring energy-efficient hybrid engines, solar panels and an organic herb garden, were named to honor prominent members of the Norse pantheon. The ship carries 190 guests in comfortable, understated elegance, with hotel-style beds and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs and in-room refrigerators.
Experience the heart of Russia on one of the very best ships sailing on the country’s waterways today. Constructed at the renowned Boizenburg Shipyard on the Elbe River in Germany, Viking Helgi (formerly Surkov), Viking Truvor (formerly Kirov) and Viking Ingvar (formerly Pakhomov) were part of the 27-ship “302” series, designed to offer visitors the very best Russia cruise ship experience. Viking Helgi was built in 1984 and was fully refurbished in 2008; Viking Truvor was built in 1987 and fully refurbished in 2009; Viking Ingvar was built in 1990 and fully refurbished in 2011. These ships now carry 210 guests in two 290-square-foot suites and 104 spacious staterooms, all of which meet the latest European standards of comfort and elegance, with all hotel-style beds (except for the two single staterooms) and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs, in-room refrigerators and three open air promenade decks.
Launched in spring 2006, this ship has 89 Deluxe and 10 Standard cabins accommodating 198 passengers. All cabins will have private shower, wc, tv, safe, hairdryer and air-conditioning. Deluxe cabins are 155 square feet and standard cabins 120 square feet. The A cabins on the upper deck will have French windows that open whilst cabins in category B and C on the middle deck will have a picture window that can be opened. Cabins on the main deck have non-opening windows. Facilities on board will include a restaurant, lounge, bar, sundeck and souvenir shop.
Two Explorer Suites feature spectacular 270° views with a private wraparound veranda. Veranda Suites feature two full rooms with a veranda off the living room and a French balcony in the bedroom. Enjoy the indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship, or relax on the Sun Deck. These “green” ships, featuring energy-efficient hybrid engines, solar panels and an organic herb garden, were named to honor prominent members of the Norse pantheon. The ship carries 190 guests in comfortable, understated elegance, with hotel-style beds and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs and in-room refrigerators.
Experience the heart of Russia on one of the very best ships sailing on the country’s waterways today. Constructed at the renowned Boizenburg Shipyard on the Elbe River in Germany, Viking Helgi (formerly Surkov), Viking Truvor (formerly Kirov), and Viking Ingvar (formerly Pakhomov) were part of the 27-ship “302” series, designed to offer visitors the very best Russia cruise ship experience. Viking Helgi was built in 1984 and was fully refurbished in 2008; Viking Truvor was built in 1987 and fully refurbished in 2009; Viking Ingvar was built in 1990 and fully refurbished in 2011. These ships each carry 210 guests in two 290-square-foot suites and 104 spacious staterooms, all of which meet the latest European standards of comfort and elegance, with all hotel-style beds (except for the two single staterooms) and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs, in-room refrigerators and three open air promenade decks.
With understated elegance and trademark Viking interiors, this is one of the two very best ships on Russia’s waterways. Completely renovated in 2009, Viking Kirov sets the standard in Russia.
Introducing our newest ship, Viking Legend, which joins our European fleet for the 2009 season. This beautiful state-of-the-art vessel transports just 189 guests in deluxe staterooms with either French balconies or picture windows. The best way to discover the heart of Europe is to travel along its great rivers. And there is no better way to do it than aboard the deluxe Viking Legend. Stroll the decks at sunset, linger in an elegant lounge, take in the splendor of Europe's breathtaking scenery from panoramic windows in our elegantly appointed public areas, or from the privacy of your stateroom. The ships' staterooms feature hotel-style beds and large picture windows that open. Carrying a maximum of 150 passengers, Viking Legend offers an intimate atmosphere where passengers can really get to know fellow guests.
This elegant river cruise ship, uniquely suited to a variety of European rivers, features a wraparound promenade deck perfect for enjoying passing scenery.
Two Explorer Suites feature spectacular 270° views with a private wraparound veranda. Veranda Suites feature two full rooms with a veranda off the living room and a French balcony in the bedroom. Enjoy the indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship, or relax on the Sun Deck. These “green” ships, featuring energy-efficient hybrid engines, solar panels and an organic herb garden, were named to honor prominent members of the Norse pantheon. The ship carries 190 guests in comfortable, understated elegance, with hotel-style beds and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs and in-room refrigerators.
Two Explorer Suites feature spectacular 270° views with a private wraparound veranda. Veranda Suites feature two full rooms with a veranda off the living room and a French balcony in the bedroom. Enjoy the indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship, or relax on the Sun Deck. These “green” ships, featuring energy-efficient hybrid engines, solar panels and an organic herb garden, were named to honor prominent members of the Norse pantheon. The ship carries 190 guests in comfortable, understated elegance, with hotel-style beds and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs and in-room refrigerators.
Experience Russia’s great cities and her heartland on a classic river cruise ship. This vessel provides the opportunity to enjoy the time-honored tradition of river cruising.
Experience Russia’s great cities and her heartland on a classic river cruise ship. This vessel provides the opportunity to enjoy the time-honored tradition of river cruising.
The 2011 sailing season will welcome the newest ship in Europe, Viking Prestige, our sister ship to the extraordinary Viking Legend that launched in 2009. Both Viking Prestige and Viking Legend will carry 189 guests on some of our most popular itineraries. Each of these state-of-the-art vessels has two 310-square-foot suites and 95 staterooms, all deluxe (except for the 5 single staterooms) with either French balconies or picture windows. With good deck height, Viking Prestige and Viking Legend are similar to Viking Sun and Viking Helvetia, but both have a slightly sleeker shape for ultimate flexibility. Best of all, Viking Prestige and Viking Legend are “green” ships, running on hybrid diesel-electric engines that produce 20% fewer emissions and reduced noise/vibration. Cutting-edge design, unmatched comfort and environmentally conscious—Viking Prestige and Viking Legend have it all.
This elegant river cruise ship, uniquely suited to a variety of European rivers, features a wraparound promenade deck perfect for enjoying passing scenery.
Take an unforgettable journey to discover the treasures of Russia on this newly refurbished cruising vessel. Constructed at the famous Boizenburg Shipyard on the Elbe River in Germany, Viking Rurik is part of the 22-ship “301” series, the largest and most luxurious ships in Russia when they were built. Viking Rurik joins the ranks of many of our other ships with a complete refurbishment for the 2012 sailing season. Now, enjoy private verandas on every stateroom on the upper and middle decks!
Discover new European destinations on an intimate river cruise vessel. Specially built for the Elbe River, this versatile ship can also sail smaller rivers like the Moselle.
Built in 2000 the ship has 76 cabins accommodating 152 passengers. Facilities on board include a restaurant, Panorama lounge and bar, library, gift shop, sundeck, laundry and a lift which operates between upper and middle deck.
This elegant river cruise ship, uniquely suited to a variety of European rivers, features a wraparound promenade deck perfect for enjoying passing scenery.
With grand panoramic windows and the largest sun decks on the Rhine, this spacious deluxe vessel offers the ultimate experience for relaxing and sightseeing.
With understated elegance and trademark Viking interiors, this is one of the two very best ships on Russia’s waterways. Completely renovated in 2008, Viking Surkov sets the standard in Russia.
Experience the heart of Russia on one of the very best ships sailing on the country’s waterways today. Constructed at the renowned Boizenburg Shipyard on the Elbe River in Germany, Viking Helgi (formerly Surkov), Viking Truvor (formerly Kirov), and Viking Ingvar (formerly Pakhomov) were part of the 27-ship “302” series, designed to offer visitors the very best Russia cruise ship experience. Viking Helgi was built in 1984 and was fully refurbished in 2008; Viking Truvor was built in 1987 and fully refurbished in 2009; Viking Ingvar was built in 1990 and fully refurbished in 2011. These ships now carry 210 guests in two 290-square-foot suites and 104 spacious staterooms, all of which meet the latest European standards of comfort and elegance, with all hotel-style beds (except for the two single staterooms) and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs, in-room refrigerators and three open air promenade decks.
Launched:
4th November 2011
Tonnage:
Unknown
Length:
0 Feet
Total Crew:
Unknown
Occupancy:
210
Rating:
0 Stars
Further Information
Cruises
China’s Cultural Delights - Beijing To Shanghai - China
