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European Sojourn
- From $7,299
- 19 Guided Tours
- 8 Countries
- Dates & Pricing
- 2024 2025 2026
- Amsterdam to Bucharest Bucharest to Amsterdam
European Sojourn Map
Explore 3 rivers & 8 countries
Sail Amsterdam’s canals. See castles on the Rhine. Behold the grandeur of Vienna. Celebrate folk traditions in Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania. These travel icons—and more—await you on a 23-day journey combining our Grand European Tour and Passage to Eastern Europe cruises. Discover eight countries in Western, Central and Eastern Europe while cruising the Rhine, Main and Danube. Enjoy a lifetime’s worth of experiences on a single voyage.
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All you need included, with no surprises or hidden fees
To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.
Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.
More features, services and excursions included
One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
Port taxes & fees
Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
Visits to UNESCO Sites
Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
Your Stateroom Includes:
River-view stateroom
Bottled water replenished daily
110/220 volt outlets
Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror
Premium Freyja® toiletries
Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
40" or 42" flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more
Telephone, safe, refrigerator
Individual climate control
*All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions
More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities. Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.
Pre: Amsterdam
From $699 | 2 Nights
Pre: Amsterdam Premium
From $1,199 | 2 Nights
Pre: The Hague & Amsterdam
From $599 | 2 Nights
Post: Istanbul
From $1,399 | 3 Nights
Post: Transylvania & Bucharest
From $899 | 3 Nights
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European River Cruises
Immerse yourself in the Old World as you sail Europe’s most iconic rivers. Discover Danube gems like Vienna and Budapest. See storied Rhine castles. Trace French history along the Seine. From the Main to the Moselle, the Douro to the Dordogne, the Viking experience is unsurpassed.
Danube River Cruises
Winding through ten countries past old-world cultures, emerald-greenhills and vibrant cities, the Danube has witnessed epic histories that have shaped all of Europe.
Rhine River Cruises
Steeped in legend, the scenic Rhine flows through six countries. Fairy-tale castles and soaring fortresses along its banks evoke the spirit of medieval Europe.
Elbe River Cruises
From the Bohemian highlands, the historic Elbe passes the soaring landscapes of Saxony and the baroque splendor of German cultural centers.
Main River Cruises
Forested hills, vibrant meadows and richly historic towns line the Main, a Rhine tributary celebrated for the ornate palaces that dot its tranquil shores.
Douro River Cruises
The Douro River travels along ancient wine estates, passing barcos rabelos laden with casks en route to Porto and Lisbon, defining a sublimely scenic corner of Europe.
Seine River Cruises
The glorious Seine winds through elegant Paris into historic Normandy, passing bucolic villages and scenic landscapes and farm lands that inspired famed Impressionist artists.
Moselle River Cruises
The tranquil Moselle twists through France and Luxembourg before traversing one of Germany’s most picturesque wine-growing regions, lined by steeply terraced vineyards.
Rhône River Cruises
The fabled Rhône, lined with vestiges of a rich Roman past, courses through picturesque Provence, cultivating renowned vineyards and vibrant wild flower fields.
Why Cruise the Rivers of Europe?
Viking takes you to the heart of Europe via its grand waterways, providing you with boundless insight into the continent’s cultural and historic treasures. Immerse yourself in the storybook villages, vibrant cultural centers and picturesque landscapes of The Netherlands, Austria, Germany, France, Hungary and Switzerland, and unlock a whole new world of discovery. Here is a sample of what you will see on one of our European river cruises:
- Visits to Germany’s charming wine-producing villages
- Culinary delights in Lyon, France
- Medieval Prague, “City of a Thousand Spires”
- The elegant boulevards and grand monuments of Paris
- Historic Wittenberg, home to Martin Luther
- Fairytale windmills of The Netherlands
- Wine tastings in the quintas of Portugal’s Douro Valley
- Budapest’s regal Parliament building and Chain Bridge
- Vienna’s inspirational legacy of classical music
- France’s famed wineries in Beaujolais, Bordeaux and beyond
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British Isles & Ireland Cruises
Explore the timeless traditions and extraordinary coastal beauty of Britain and The Northern Isles. Sail the North Sea to the English Channel, enjoying culturally immersive overnight stays in the region's most legendary cities for an unparalleled Viking journey.
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Highlights of british isles & ireland cruises.
From lush botanical gardens and the mountainous Highlands to romantic castles and secluded islands, discover rich cultures and fascinating maritime history. Viking offers insight into centuries-old traditions and modern life in cities from Belfast to London. Here you can find:
- The history and sophistication of Edinburgh
- The age-old tradition of the Ceremony of the Key at the Tower of London
- Authentic whiskey in an Irish pub
- Delightful, high-spirited Shetland ponies on Scotland’s remote island
- Grand monuments of Northern Ireland’s capital, Belfast
- The historic golf course at St. Andrews
- Liverpool’s music scene and the legacy of the Fab Four
- Freshly baked scones with homemade jam
- Medieval Canterbury, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Sir Winston Churchill’s family home at Chartwell
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