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Viking Baldur

Baldur - Norse God of Light and Joy

Baldur was everyone’s favorite, loved by both gods and mortals. Baldur was believed to be so impervious to injury was that, at banquets, guests used to amuse themselves by hurling objects at him. Yet the malicious trickster Loki discovered that the one thing that could kill Baldur was mistletoe. He tricked Hodur into throwing a sprig of mistletoe at Baldur, fatally wounding him.

• Only 190 guests
• Length: 443 feet
• Year built: 2013

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• 95 comfortable outside staterooms (25 Standard Staterooms, 22 French Balcony Staterooms, 39 Veranda Staterooms, 7 Veranda Suites, 2 Explorer Suites)
• All suites feature two full-size rooms with a veranda off the living room & a French balcony in the bedroom
• Sun Deck with 360-degree views & shaded sitting area; organic herb garden & solar panels; putting green & walking track
• Aquavit Terrace & Lounge, a revolutionary indoor/outdoor viewing area at the bow of the ship for al fresco dining
• Lounge & Bar with floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views
• Library & onboard shop
• Elevator from Middle to Upper Deck only; no elevator access for categories E & F
• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
• Laundry service
• Ecologically friendly hybrid engines producing less vibrations for a smoother ride
• Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming

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Our purpose-built ships offer a wide variety of staterooms for your selection. From Veranda Staterooms to the abundance of extra perks and amenities in our spacious Explorer Suites, there is no finer way to travel. And whichever stateroom you choose, you will find it beautifully designed in the understated elegance for which Viking is known.

Explorer Suite (ES)

• Stateroom size: 445 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with private wraparound balcony offering 270-degree views off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters
• 12 PM Embarkation
• 12 PM priority stateroom access
• Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
• Additional flat-screen TV in sitting area
• 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
• Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
• Premium Freyja® toiletries
• Plush robes & slippers
• Telephone, safe, refrigerator
• Individual climate control
• Bottled water replenished daily
• Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
• Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
• Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
• Complimentary in-room breakfast service
• Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
• Silver Spirits beverage package included
• Private arrival/departure transfer in destination
• Under-bed suitcase storage space
• Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
• Complimentary Viking Air Plus (US & CA only)
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Veranda Suite (AA)

• Stateroom size: 275 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with full-size veranda off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French Balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters
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Veranda Stateroom (A, B)

• Stateroom size: 205 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
• 3 PM stateroom access
• Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
• Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
• View the Veranda Stateroom (A, B) in our 360° Tour

French Balcony Stateroom (C, D)

• Stateroom size: 135 sq ft
• River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
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Standard Stateroom (E, F)

• Stateroom size: 150 sq ft
• River-view stateroom with half-height picture window
• Private bathroom with accessible shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
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Viking Baldur Overview

The folks at Viking knew what they were doing when they named this ship after the Norse god of beauty. Not only is the Viking Baldur a beauty with her minimalist approach and use of windows, the views you see from her windows and from the ports you’ll visit are truly magnificent. The Viking Baldur has all the amenities you could want, from a library to an herb garden. Plus, the handy and helpful staff ensure that you’ll want for nothing as they help create your experience of a lifetime. 

• Passenger Capacity: 190
• Year Built: 2013

Viking Baldur Cruise Destinations

Learn about the cultures of the world by sailing on the thoughtfully crafted river cruise itineraries that Viking River Cruises has created. Year in and year out Viking is always expanding their offerings, starting with cruises in Russia, Viking has ships sailing through Europe’s major cities on rivers like the Seine, the Danube and the Rhine. They also offer sailings on the Yangtze in China and the Mekong in Southeast Asia. Recently, Viking introduced a few itineraries on the Irrawaddy, which travels through Myanmar, also known as Burma, which has recently been opened to tourism. Start your cultural immersion today by booking a Viking River Cruise.

Delicious Portuguese cuisine and French croissants will be a treat, and the serene countryside of Germany will soothe you during a Europe river cruise.

Viking Baldur Departure Ports

Enrich your life with a cruise on a Viking river ship. This river cruise line is devoted to giving their passengers a cultural curriculum. The cruise line has a wide array of ships sailing rivers like the Seine, Rhine, Danube and Elbe in Europe, but they also explore Asia, Russia, and Egypt. You can catch a Viking cruise in Paris, Odessa, Budapest, Bangkok and Beijing. Call the Cruise Web today to get started on your Viking River cruise vacation!

With Amsterdam’s beautiful canals and an open attitude you’ll find no shortage of interesting attractions in the capital of The Netherlands.

Basel, Switzerland

Explore the beautiful city of Basel which is home to several varied attractions, from extensive art collections, Roman ruins and an acclaimed zoo known to breed endangered species.

Budapest, Hungary

With striking architecture, Budapest is a beauty both above ground and underneath, where the city has a network of caves and thermal springs.

Passau, Germany

The Bavarian town of Passau is a beautiful place to visit to experience daily life in the region and learn about Germany’s roots to the Holy Roman Empire.

Viking Baldur Deck Plans

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Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration) Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to a full-size veranda Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Individual climate control Space under bed for storing suitcases Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom

Balcony (B)

Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration) Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to create a French balcony Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Individual climate control Space under bed for storing suitcases Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom

Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration) Half-height picture window Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Individual climate control Space under bed for storing suitcases Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom

Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration) Full-size veranda off the spacious living room Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, known as a French balcony, in the bedroom Large private bathroom with shower and premium bath products Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Individual climate control Space under bed for storing suitcases Voltage: 220V and 110V

Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration) Private wraparound veranda off the spacious living room offers 270-degree views Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, known as a French balcony, in the bedroom Large bathroom with double sinks, shower, heated mirror & floor, premium bath products Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Individual climate control

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Top 10 Viking Baldur Cruises

• Viking Baldur 14 Night Grand European Tour Departing From Amsterdam, The Netherlands (May 2024 - Nov 2026)
• Viking Baldur 7 Night Danube Christmas Delights Departing From Budapest, Hungary (Dec 2024)
• Viking Baldur 7 Night Christmas on the Rhine Departing From Amsterdam, The Netherlands (Nov 2025 - Dec 2026)
• Viking Baldur 7 Night Christmas on the Rhine Departing From Basel, Switzerland (Dec 2025 - Dec 2026)

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Participate in Viking River Cruises' onboard activities, including Cultural Curriculum enrichment courses, quiet libraries, relaxing sun deck lounges and lots of sight-seeing.

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Learn about Viking River Cruises' exceptional onboard service, concierge amenities and an amazing service guarantee. Plus, view Viking River Cruises' awards.

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Most of Viking River Cruises' ships lack spas and fitness centers, but staying fit is easy with a wide variety of immersive shore excursions.

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Cabins Standard Stateroom French Balcony Veranda Stateroom Veranda Suite Explorer Suite All Types Oceanview Balcony Suite

Standard Stateroom

Stateroom size: 150 sq ft. River-view stateroom with half-height picture window. Includes a hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration), luxury linens & pillows, free Wi-Fi, 40" flat-screen TV with infotainment system, telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, premium toiletries, plush robes & slippers available upon request, bottled water replenished daily, stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, space under bed for storing suitcases and a roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers.

French Balcony

Stateroom size: 135 sq ft. River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door to create a French balcony. Includes a hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration), luxury linens & pillows, free Wi-Fi, 40" flat-screen TV with infotainment system, telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, premium toiletries, plush robes & slippers available upon request, bottled water replenished daily, stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, space under bed for storing suitcases and a roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers.

Veranda Stateroom

Stateroom size: 205 sq ft. River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda. Includes a hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration), luxury linens & pillows, free Wi-Fi, 40" flat-screen TV with infotainment system, telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, premium toiletries, plush robes & slippers available upon request, bottled water replenished daily, stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, space under bed for storing suitcases and a roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers.

Veranda Suite

Suite size: 275 sq ft. River-view suite with full-size veranda off the spacious, separate sitting room & floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door, known as a French balcony, in the sleeping quarters. Includes a hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration), luxury linens & pillows, free Wi-Fi, two 40" flat-screen TVs with infotainment system, telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, premium toiletries, plush robes & slippers, bottled water replenished daily, stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, space under bed for storing suitcases, roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers, early check-in, complimentary laundry & shoe shine services, welcome champagne, mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily), daily fruit plate and binoculars.

Explorer Suite

Suite size: 445 sq ft. River-view suite with private wraparound balcony offering 270-degree views off the spacious, separate sitting room & floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door, known as a French balcony, in the sleeping quarters. Includes a hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration), luxury linens & pillows, free Wi-Fi, two 40" flat-screen TVs with infotainment system, telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, premium toiletries, plush robes & slippers, bottled water replenished daily, stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, space under bed for storing suitcases, roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers, early check-in, complimentary Silver Spirits beverage package, laundry service, room service (during breakfast) & shoe shine service, welcome champagne, mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily), daily fruit plate, binoculars, coffee brewer & Marius-weave blanket.

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Viking Longship Baldur

The Viking Longship Baldur was designed by legendary naval architects Yran & Storbraaten, and offers state-of-the-art engineering, patent pending design and luxury. Choose from a variety of stateroom classes that feature hotel-style beds and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs and in-room refrigerators, including two Explorer Suites that feature spectacular 270° views with a private wraparound veranda. Enjoy the indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship, or relax on the Sun Deck where you can enjoy sailing through the scenery, all the while enriching your time in some of Europe’s most remarkable destinations.

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Immerse Yourself in History with a Viking Longship Baldur River Cruise

Viking River Longships have been a prominent part of Europe's river cruising landscape since 2013, and the Baldur is no exception. Combining modern design with tasteful little touches, Baldur is one of the most sustainable and elegant ships in the fleet. The two-story atrium features soothing wood accents, white tile flooring, sheer curtains, and sleek furniture, while the Aquavit Terrace offers a la carte options, cocktails and small bites with 270-degree views of the enchanting European scenery. The most coveted of staterooms, the Explorer Suites, boast a separate living room, king or queen bed, large bathroom, and wraparound veranda terrace. The sun deck offers jogging paths, lounge chairs, a fresh herb and vegetable garden, and tables and chairs for those seeking a 360-degree view. With Baldur, Viking River Longships have once again set the standard for river cruising.

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Your Viking journey is a result of Viking River'a love for what they do and their dedication to doing it right. Down to the smallest detail, on the most personal level, they are committed to giving you the ultimate travel experience.

Viking River provides:

• An intimate, understated, elegant onboard environment where you can relax Genuine, personalized attention - before, during and after each voyage Culturally enriching, authentic shore excursions that allow you to engage in destinations up close, in the company of an informed, local guide.
• The opportunity for unique and privileged access - including after-hours visits, special entries and previews of private collections - designed to get you closer to each destination.
• A bespoke Culture Curriculum: an enriching, immersive program of both onboard and onshore entertainment that includes insightful presentations, cooking demonstrations and regional folklore and musical performances; with books selected to inform and inspire.
• Custom-crafted itineraries specifically designed to give you more time in port, including the choice to venture off the beaten path Fine food and drink based on fresh, local ingredients, complete with regional specialties to engage your palate.
• Excellent service, with a personal concierge during each cruise so that you can visit those places you've always dreamed about.

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Viking All Inclusive Cruising

With the world's largest and best fleet of river cruise ships, more awards than any other river cruise line and choice in every aspect of your travels, Viking delivers remarkable value.

Your cruise includes:

• Exceptional Accommodations aboard the newest, most deluxe river cruise fleet.
• Enjoy your choice of staterooms, including Suites, Junior Suites and staterooms with verandas and French balconies Attentive Service from their award-wining, English-speaking staff, plus the personalized assistance of your onboard Viking Concierge - so you're well taken care of.
• Enlightening Daily Shore Excursions, led by friendly, knowledgeable local guides utilizing a high-tech audio headset system - so you never miss a word. Engaging Cultural Enrichment with 
• All Onboard Meals created by their Swiss-trained chefs, featuring fresh ingredients and regional specialty options, served in a variety of settings including the most al fresco dining available on the rivers.
• Complimentary Wine, Beer, & Soft Drinks with onboard dinner and lunch service; bottled water and complimentary cappuccino, coffee and tea at our 24-hour beverage bar
• Complimentary Internet Service throughout their ships In-Room Infotainment Systems featuring movies on demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic and more
• Deluxe Hotels for overnight stays during their pre and post packages, and land portions of their cruise tour itineraries.

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Immerse Yourself in Local Culture, Travel in Comfort

Inspiring destinations, thoughtful itineraries, immersive cultural explorations, state-of-the-art ships, fine cuisine, excellent service and remarkable value - crafted with personal attention to every detail. We call this the Viking Experience. It's the way your bartender has your drink prepared at just the right moment. The gentle guidance from your tai chi master during your lesson in China. Or the handwritten directions from your concierge to the oldest coffeehouse in Vienna.

Every aspect of your time with Viking - from expertly prepared meals to carefully created enrichment programs and beautifully appointed ships - is planned to bring you closer to experiencing the most from your destination. By owning and operating their ships, no detail escapes their attention. It is what sets them apart from their competitors. And they never forget that looking after you well is how they became the world's leading river cruise line. It's why their guests return again and again. And why they have consistently been the most awarded river cruise line worldwide.

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Once in a Lifetime Shore Excursions

Viking River knows that you travel to explore, to learn, to understand, to gain more insight and appreciation than can be obtained from simply passing through. Whether it is castles and cathedrals, museums or outdoor markets, or a UNESCO World Heritage Site, when it comes to showing you the world Viking River is dedicated to delivering the extraordinary; with the opportunity to explore your way.

Discover your Destination: Viking Rivers' daily shore excursions include must-see highlights and delightful surprises. These expertly guided tours bring you closer to the art, architecture, history and people of the land.

Gain Greater Insight: Watch a local German glassblower or learn about French Impressionism.

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Viking Redefines the Meaning of Service

Can a reservations agent make booking your journey a pleasure? Will a waiter learn the name of your favorite wine, remember your food preferences and tailor his service to you? Is it possible for a concierge to feel like a close friend? Yes, if that team works for Viking.

When you have the best people, you have the best service - and Viking has both. From stateroom stewards to waiters to program directors, our English-speaking staff is trained to the highest standards.

Superb Service At Viking, they have almost 3,000 of their own staff worldwide, all devoted to making your stay aboard the most memorable possible.

The Viking River Cruise ships are small and intimate, and every member of their crew is dedicated to personally hosting you. Viking is so confident they will exceed your expectations that they are the only river cruise company to guarantee their award-winning service. Personalized Attention From the moment you first plan your journey to the time you return home, Viking's staff takes care of you. They are the reason why Viking has won more consumer and industry awards than any other river cruise line. And why their guests have awarded them a 99.6% customer satisfaction rating, saying that they have met or exceeded their expectations. Friendly Smiles, Familiar Faces Loyal members of the Viking family, their staff returns year after year.

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Departing From: Passau

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Departing From: Amsterdam

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Ship overview.

The state-of-the-art Viking Baldur, with 95 outside cabins (many with balconies) and the Aquavit Terrace with an indoor/outdoor viewing area at the bow of the ship and a grill for al fresco dining, sails along the Rhine and Danube between Amsterdam and Budapest. The ship, launched in 2013, is one of the newer Viking Longships, so all cabins come with flat-screen TVs, comfortable baths with L’Occitane amenities, and cushy beds. Read More

In the luxury river cruising niche, Viking is an absolute winner, receiving praise from both the industry and demanding clientele. In 2013, Viking will operate 30 vessels. Nearly half of these were added in the last two years as the new Longship-class of next-generation vessels, inspired by ancient Norse longships and designed with sophisticated elegance by famed Norwegian maritime architects Yran and Storbraaten. All-inclusive fares, superb service, and sleek rooms with exceptional views are showcased. Apart from minor design flaws, river cruising doesn’t get any better than this.

Viking’s two smallest ships are the intimate 124-passenger Fontane and Schumann, both built with the shallow Elbe River in mind. Among Viking’s other ships, capacity ranges between 150 and 160 guests. These include the Danube , Europe , Neptune , Pride , Sky , and Spirit. With capacity for 198 guests, Helvetia and Sun are larger. The first “green” ship, built in 2009—the 189-passenger Legend— features diesel electric hybrid engines. The wow factor is high for newer green vessels Aegir, Embla, Freya, Idun, Njord, and Odin —all launched in 2012.

Cruises in Europe are offered on the Rhine, Main, Danube, Elbe, Saône, Seine, and Rhône rivers, as well as the canals of the Netherlands and Belgium. Viking also has five ships in Russia and Ukraine. Kirov , Pakhomov , Peterhof, and Surkov sail on the Volga, while Lomonosov meanders the Dnieper.

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Our award-winning Viking Longships®️ showcase innovative engineering, streamlined Scandinavian design and understated elegance. Thoughtfully engineered to get you closer to your destination, they provide unprecedented levels of comfort, including spacious staterooms with full-size verandas, the largest suites on Europe’s rivers and the most al fresco dining.

• 95 comfortable outside staterooms (25 Standard Staterooms, 22 French Balcony Staterooms, 39 Veranda Staterooms, 7 Veranda Suites, 2 Explorer Suites)
• All suites feature two full-size rooms with a veranda off the living room & a French balcony in the bedroom
• Sun Deck with 360-degree views & shaded sitting area; organic herb garden & solar panels; putting green & walking track
• Aquavit Terrace & Lounge, a revolutionary indoor/outdoor viewing area at the bow of the ship for al fresco dining
• Viking Lounge & Bar with floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views
• Library & onboard shop
• Elevator from Middle to Upper Deck only; no elevator access for categories E & F
• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
• Laundry service
• Ecologically friendly hybrid engines producing less vibrations for a smoother ride
• 40" flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
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• Standard Stateroom (E, F) (150 ft²)
• Stateroom with French Balcony (C, D) (135 ft²)
• Stateroom with Veranda (A, B) (205 ft²)
• Suite with Veranda (AA) (275 ft²)
• Explorer Suite (ES) (445 ft²)

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• In-room phone
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• Luxury bed linen
• Storage space
• Bottled water
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• Maid service
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THE RESTAURANT - Gaze at breathtaking scenery through the Restaurant’s panoramic windows as you dine on regional specialties and contemporary cuisine. The atmosphere is casual yet elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware at every meal.

AQUAVIT TERRACE - Revolutionary in concept and design, this spacious outdoor seating area at the bow of the ship is perfect for having a casual meal al fresco, meeting friends for drinks or reading a book, all while enjoying breathtaking views and basking in the fresh air.

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Baldur - Norse God of Light and Joy

Baldur was everyone’s favorite, loved by both gods and mortals. Baldur was believed to be so impervious to injury was that, at banquets, guests used to amuse themselves by hurling objects at him. Yet the malicious trickster Loki discovered that the one thing that could kill Baldur was mistletoe. He tricked Hodur into throwing a sprig of mistletoe at Baldur, fatally wounding him.

• Only 190 guests
• Length: 443 feet
• Year built: 2013

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• 95 comfortable outside staterooms (25 Standard Staterooms, 22 French Balcony Staterooms, 39 Veranda Staterooms, 7 Veranda Suites, 2 Explorer Suites)
• All suites feature two full-size rooms with a veranda off the living room & a French balcony in the bedroom
• Sun Deck with 360-degree views & shaded sitting area; organic herb garden & solar panels; putting green & walking track
• Aquavit Terrace & Lounge, a revolutionary indoor/outdoor viewing area at the bow of the ship for al fresco dining
• Lounge & Bar with floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Restaurant with floor-to-ceiling windows for panoramic views
• Library & onboard shop
• Elevator from Middle to Upper Deck only; no elevator access for categories E & F
• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
• Laundry service
• Ecologically friendly hybrid engines producing less vibrations for a smoother ride
• Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming

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Our purpose-built ships offer a wide variety of staterooms for your selection. From Veranda Staterooms to the abundance of extra perks and amenities in our spacious Explorer Suites, there is no finer way to travel. And whichever stateroom you choose, you will find it beautifully designed in the understated elegance for which Viking is known.

Explorer Suite (ES)

• Stateroom size: 445 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with private wraparound balcony offering 270-degree views off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters
• 12 PM Embarkation
• 12 PM priority stateroom access
• Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
• Additional flat-screen TV in sitting area
• 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
• Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
• Premium Freyja® toiletries
• Plush robes & slippers
• Telephone, safe, refrigerator
• Individual climate control
• Bottled water replenished daily
• Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
• Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
• Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
• Complimentary in-room breakfast service
• Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
• Silver Spirits beverage package included
• Private arrival/departure transfer in destination
• Under-bed suitcase storage space
• Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
• Complimentary Viking Air Plus (US & CA only)
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Veranda Suite (AA)

• Stateroom size: 275 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view suite with full-size veranda off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French Balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters
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Veranda Stateroom (A, B)

• Stateroom size: 205 sq ft (includes private veranda)
• River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
• 3 PM stateroom access
• Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
• Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
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French Balcony Stateroom (C, D)

• Stateroom size: 135 sq ft
• River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
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Standard Stateroom (E, F)

• Stateroom size: 150 sq ft
• River-view stateroom with half-height picture window
• Private bathroom with accessible shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
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Viking Longship Baldur

The Viking Longship Baldur was designed by legendary naval architects Yran & Storbraaten, and offers state-of-the-art engineering, patent pending design and luxury. Choose from a variety of stateroom classes that feature hotel-style beds and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs and in-room refrigerators, including two Explorer Suites that feature spectacular 270° views with a private wraparound veranda. Enjoy the indoor-outdoor Aquavit Terrace at the bow of the ship, or relax on the Sun Deck where you can enjoy sailing through the scenery, all the while enriching your time in some of Europe’s most remarkable destinations.

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Sleeps up to: 2 44 Cabins Cabin: 205 sqft (19 m 2 )

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Sleeps up to: 2 17 Cabins Cabin: 135 sqft (13 m 2 )

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Sleeps up to: 2 25 Cabins Cabin: 150 sqft (14 m 2 )

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Viking is unusual among major cruise lines in that it operates both ocean ships and river ships. Despite this, it has one of the easiest-to-understand fleets.

The vast majority of Viking’s river ships — at last count, there were 80 — feature the same design. If you’ve seen one of them, you’ve seen them all.

Ditto for the line’s ocean ships. Nine of Viking’s 11 ocean ships are nearly identical. The two exceptions are the recently unveiled Viking ocean vessels specifically designed for expedition cruising — a type of cruising that involves traveling to remote, hard-to-reach places on hardy vessels that carry their own landing craft.

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As a result, the bulk of Viking’s vessels falls into one of just three groups; all the ships in each group sport nearly identical designs.

An introduction to Viking cruise ships

Viking has expanded enormously in recent years with the addition of dozens of new river and ocean ships.

Founded in 1997 with four river vessels, the company operated just 29 ships as recently as 2012. Now, there are more than 90 ships in its fleet.

The vast majority of these ships are river ships — the company’s sole focus for its first 18 years in business. The company dominates the market for river cruises aimed at North Americans, accounting for about 50% of all such trips.

Starting in 2015, Viking began rolling out ocean cruise ships, too.

In early 2023, as noted above, Viking had 80 river ships in its fleet — almost all of which have the same basic design. The exceptions are a few vessels that Viking operates on rivers in Egypt and Asia (more on these ships below). The line also recently began offering cruises on the Mississippi River and its tributaries using a new type of vessel.

Related: The ultimate guide to Viking ships and itineraries

Viking’s ocean ships fall into two distinct groups: a series of 930-passenger traditional ocean ships that began debuting in 2015, and a series of 378-passenger expedition ships that began debuting in 2022.

Unlike most cruise lines, Viking doesn’t use the term “classes” to define different sets of ships in its fleet. Instead, it refers to its series of traditional ocean ships as the “Viking ocean ships” and its series of expedition ships as the “Viking expedition ships.” We’ve followed the same breakdown of the line’s ocean and river fleet below.

Viking ocean ships

Ships: Viking Saturn (2023), Viking Neptune (2022), Viking Mars (2022), Viking Venus (2021), Viking Jupiter (2019), Viking Orion (2018), Zhao Shang Yi Dun (2017), Viking Sky (2017), Viking Sea (2016) and Viking Star (2015).

Size: 47,800 tons.

For years, Viking only operated river ships, and some cruisers still think of the brand primarily as a river cruise company. However, since 2015, Viking has been rapidly rolling out a series of upscale ocean vessels; these new additions are increasingly dominating the world of higher-end ocean cruising.

As of June 2023, Viking has nine ships sailing the world’s oceans, each with a capacity for 930 passengers. That gives Viking 8,370 berths in the upscale ocean cruise market — more than competitors Oceania Cruises and Azamara combined.

The series is far from finished. Six more of the vessels are on order from Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri for delivery between 2024 and 2028, and the company also has options with Fincantieri for four more of the ships to debut in 2029 and 2030. Assuming they are all built, Viking’s ocean division will soon be bigger than Oceania, Azamara, Seabourn and Silversea Cruises  combined.

The first thing to know about the ships in this series is that they all are pretty much identical. When sailing on any one of them, you will be hard-pressed to tell what is different.

They’re also quite upscale. While Viking doesn’t market itself as a luxury line, some still consider it so. The vessels are full of luxury touches, from sumptuous bedding in cabins to heated floors in cabin bathrooms.

Related: The complete guide to Viking cabins and suites

Each of the ships in this series has a stylish, Scandinavian-influenced design that is a Viking trademark, and the cabins are large by cruise ship standards. Even the smallest cabins on each of the vessels have 270 square feet of space — a generous amount. Many cabins are significantly bigger than that, with 14 two-room suites on each of the vessels ranging in size from 757 to 1,448 square feet. Many of these bigger suites offer sweeping views from wrap-around private balconies.

Each of the ships’ interior spaces is built around an elegant, three-deck-high atrium filled with comfortable seating areas that have a living room-like feel. Each also has a bar and guest relations desk. At the top of the ships, you’ll find two-deck-high, glass-walled lounges that offer stunning views over the bow. Other interior spaces include a fitness center and a stylish spa with a thermal suite area that is open to all passengers at no extra charge (something that is not common on cruise vessels).

Multiple restaurants on board each of the vessels include Italian eatery Manfredi’s (named after former Silversea owner Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio, a friend of Viking founder Torstein Hagen) and The Chef’s Table. The latter features rotating themed menus.

The centerpiece of the top deck of each of the ships is the main pool area, which features a glass magrodome that can close during inclement weather. The main pool area on each of the ships sits next to a lovely, glass-topped lounge with comfortable seating called the Wintergarden, which is home to afternoon tea. A den of serenity, it’s one of our favorite places on these vessels.

A secondary pool area with an infinity pool is at the back of each of the ships.

While all of the ships in this series are essentially identical, you will find small differences on a few of them. Most notably, two of the vessels in the series — Viking Orion and Viking Jupiter — have a small planetarium built into the top level of the two-level lounge at their fronts (known as the Explorers’ Lounge). Some of the later ships in the series have slightly larger fitness centers and slightly smaller hair salons.

Note that in addition to the nine Viking ocean ships officially in the Viking fleet, a 10th ship from the same series, Zhao Shang Yi Dun, caters exclusively to the China market as part of a joint venture between Viking and a Chinese company. When it debuted in 2017, the ship originally catered to the North American market and was called Viking Sun.

Viking river ships

Ships: Viking Fjorgyn (2022), Viking Kari (2022), Viking Radgrid (2022), Viking Skaga (2022) and more than 60 other Longships built since 2012, as well as additional river vessels.

Size: 4,000 to 5,000 tons.

River ships originally put Viking on the map, and they’re still at the core of the brand.

As noted above, the line has 80 river ships in its fleet. The vast majority of them have the same basic design and are known as Longships — a reference to the historic vessels used by Vikings in the Middle Ages.

Unveiled in 2012 and designed specifically to fit into the locks used across many of Europe’s rivers, the Longships broke new ground in river ship design in multiple ways.

For starters, they have a configuration that includes some of the largest suites ever for river ships in Europe. They also have a significant number of cabins with balconies — which is made possible by an innovative cabin area layout that offsets main corridors. (In other words, the corridors don’t run down the middle of the ship, creating a wider side with space for balconies and a narrower side with cabins turned sideways to also create room for verandas.)

Related: The ultimate guide to Viking’s cruise loyalty program

Other innovations include a squared-off bow that allows for eight more cabins than similarly sized ships operated by competitors. Also, quieter engines allow for more cabins at the rear. An enormous amount of groundbreaking engineering went into redesigning the bow areas of the ships, in particular, to enable extra cabins while still leaving room for needed machinery.

As a result of such innovations, the Viking Longships can carry more passengers than similarly sized ships operated by competitors. This has allowed Viking to offer lower prices than other river cruise lines and still bring in a similar amount of revenue per ship — a fact that has contributed greatly to the company’s rapid growth.

Like many river ships, each of the Viking Longships has one main restaurant where most passengers eat their meals as well as one main interior lounge with a bar. There’s also a secondary, casual dining area at the front of each vessel with indoor and outdoor seating. (The outdoor portion, called the Aquavit Terrace, also serves as a forward-facing outdoor lounge during off hours.) Unlike many river ships, the vessels have no spas or fitness centers.

As is typical for river ships, the top of every Viking Longship is covered with an expansive lounge area. There’s also a walking track and an herb garden — the latter used by the kitchen staff to grow herbs used during the preparation of onboard meals.

Most Viking Longships are 443 feet long — the perfect length to fit into the locks on many of Europe’s rivers. Viking also built slightly smaller versions of the Longships, measuring 361 feet or 410 feet in length, specifically to sail on rivers where lock sizes or other navigational factors require smaller vessels. The 410-foot-long versions of the vessels, for instance, were specifically built to sail into the heart of Paris on the Seine River.

Related: Fast-growing Viking unveils four new ships for the Seine

While the Longships come in several different lengths, they are essentially identical in their offerings and decor. The only notable difference is that the smaller versions of the ships have fewer cabins and thus hold fewer people. The 443-foot-long versions of the ship are designed for 190 passengers, for example, whereas the 410-foot-long versions of the vessels hold 168 passengers (since they have 11 fewer cabins).

While most Viking river ships are Longships, there are a few exceptions in the Viking river fleet. Viking operates several smaller, purpose-built vessels on the Nile River in Egypt. It also has several older river vessels that predate the Longships and traditionally have operated on rivers in Russia and Ukraine. (For now, river cruise itineraries in both countries are on hold due to the war in Ukraine.)

Viking also recently began sailings on the Mississippi River with a new ship specifically designed for the river and its tributaries.

As of May 2023, Viking had another 14 river ships either under construction or on order via provisional contracts.

Related: First look at Viking’s stylish new Nile River ship

Viking expedition ships

Ships: Viking Polaris (2022) and Viking Octantis (2022).

Size: 30,150 tons.

Designed to hold just 378 passengers, the Viking expedition ships are specifically designed to take travelers to the most off-the-beaten-path parts of the world, including Antarctica and the Arctic.

As of now, Viking operates just two ships in the series, Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris, both of which debuted in 2022 . No more are currently on order.

As is typical for expedition ships, these are tough vessels with reinforced bows that let them bump through ice in polar regions; the ships also have extra tanks for fuel and food.

Each of these vessels has its own landing craft on board to bring people ashore in remote locations, as well as kayaks and even submarines for exploring. (The latter is the hot new thing for expedition ships — upscale cruise brands Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Seabourn have been adding submarines to expedition ships , too.)

Like other expedition ships, both Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris are designed to operate with a large and seasoned “expedition team” that includes biologists, botanists, geologists, glaciologists and ornithologists who lecture regularly.

Related: The 5 best destinations you can visit on a Viking ship

Each of the vessels has several new and unusual features, too. Most notable is The Hangar: an enclosed marina that allows passengers to transfer to a 12-seat excursion craft while still in the protected interior of the ship. It’s a first for an expedition cruise ship.

In another first for a polar expedition cruise vessel, every cabin has floor-to-ceiling glass walls that slide partially open from the top to create a balcony-like feel.

Both Viking Octantis and Viking Polaris are designed to be upscale. Like all Viking’s vessels, they boast elegant Scandinavian designs. The restaurants on both vessels include a version of Viking’s signature Italian spot, Manfredi’s and the Scandinavian-inspired Mamsen’s outlet.

Another feature of both ships that will be familiar to regular Viking customers is a top-of-the-ship, glass-walled Explorers’ Lounge offering stunning views of passing scenery.

In case you’re curious, Viking Octantis is named after Sigma Octantis, the current “south star” that hovers over the South Pole (also known as Polaris Australis). Polaris is named after the current “north star” that hovers over the North Pole. The names are a nod to the polar regions where these expedition ships will likely spend much of their time.

Bottom line

Viking operates more cruise vessels than any other major cruise company catering to North Americans. This is in part because it’s involved in both the ocean cruise and river cruise businesses. Despite its large size, its fleet of vessels is relatively easy to understand. The vast majority of both its ocean ships and river ships are almost identical in their designs.

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Cologne (Koln) is a Rhine River cruise port and city in Germany's North Rhine-Westphalia state. By population (around 1,09 million) the city is ranked Europe's 31st-largest and Germany's 4th-largest (after Berlin , Hamburg , Munchen ). By metro population (around 10,5 million) Koln is also in Europe's top-10 largest metropolises.

The city spreads on both sides of Rhine, and is ~80 km (50 mi) from the Germany-Belgium border. Among its most prominent landmarks are Kolner Dom (13th-century cathedral), the University of Cologne (14th-century/one of Europe's oldest and largest, with more than 48,000 students), over 30 museums.

On shore excursions/roundtrip bus tours from Cologne can be visited Schloss Ehreshoven (14th-century moated castle, originally owned by the Abtei Michaelsberg/11th-century founded Benedectine abbey in Siegburg).

Koln was established by the Romans in the 1st century AD. The city was the capital of the Germania province in the Roman Empire, until its occupation by the Franks in 462. During Middle Ages, it was among the continent's largest and most important cities. During WW2 (1939-1945), Koln was one of the most severely bombed cities in Germany. The allies' bombing raids reduced the population by 95% and destroyed almost the entire infrastructure.

In early-November 2018, PitPoint LNG BV (Holland-based company founded in 2016, subsidiary of Primagaz Nederland BV) was granted a permit to build shore-to-ship LNG bunkering station for supplying LNG-powered inland vessels with liquefied natural gas. Construction works started in 2018, with scheduled completion in 2019-Q2.

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