Avalon Waterways vs Viking River Cruises - Which one is right for you?
Experience the Magic of Viking River Cruises
FOR THE THINKING PERSON
At Viking, they believe travel should be more than just a trip—it should be a doorway to cultural insight and personal enrichment. That is why their itineraries are designed to help guests explore and engage with their destination through its food, culture, countryside and customs.
READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS— 16 YEARS OF RECOGNITION
In 2021, Viking was named both the #1 River Cruise Line and the #1 Ocean Cruise Line in Condé Nast
Traveller’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards. Viking is honoured to have scored in the top of the list every year since the river category was introduced, including also being voted the #1 River Cruise Line in 2020, 2018 and 2017.
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FOR THE THINKING PERSON
Experiences created for curious travellers.
UNPARALLELED STATEROOMS & SUI TES
Designed for maximum comfort and views.
PURPOSE -BUI LT SHIPS
Viking ships are right-sized for wherever you are in the world.
SERENE SCANDINAVIAN SPACES
Elegant, innovative, light-filled spaces where comfort meets discovery.
DESTINATION-FOCUSED DINING
Regional cuisine, always available classics and the most al fresco dining on any waterway.
ONBOARD ENRICHMENT
Onboard experiences designed to bring history and culture to life.
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THE VIKING DIFFERENCE
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OUR VIKING FAMILY
Thoughtful attention from our dedicated staff.
ONSHORE EXPERIENCES
Designed to take you closer, The Viking Way
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CULTURAL & SCIENTIFIC PARTNERS
Viking has partnered with world-leading cultural & scientific institutions.
VIKING INCLUSIVE VALUE
Pricing that covers everything you need—and nothing you do not.
WHAT VIKING IS NOT
We do not try to be all things to all people. Instead, we focus on delivering meaningful experiences to you.
VIKING. T V
Continue exploring the world from home through our award-winning online enrichment channel, Viking TV.
From $6,099 | 15 Days |​ 12 Guided Tours |​ 4 Countries
Travel through the heart of Europe
Admire Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle. Sample the food and wine of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Learn the Viennese waltz and linger in Budapest’s Café Gerbeaud. Indulge all your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best of Europe. Our most iconic itinerary traces the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers between the windmill-dotted waterways of Holland and the stunning landscapes of Hungary, with engaging encounters at every bend.
Viking River Cruise Current Promotions
*Note: Prices are accurate as of January 1, 2023. Offer valid on bookings made from Jan. 1 - 31, 2023; expires Jan. 31, 2023. Availability fluctuates, please see website for current pricing. Cruise fares listed are for cruise and cruisetour only and fares/discount offers are based on double occupancy. Prices are based upon lowest price point and category at time of print and are subject to change without notice. Prices listed reflect 2023 departures. Air prices are per person based on the cruise/cruisetour check-in date, and include transfers plus all government taxes and fees of approx. $160 and air fuel surcharges. Additional airline imposed baggage charges may apply. Consult your airline. Viking reserves the right to correct errors and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Subject to availability and may not be combinable with any other offers. RIVER CRUISE AND AIR SAVINGS: FREE International Airfare for select 2023 departures of Grand European Tour, Capitals of Eastern Europe, European Sojourn, among others. *FREE Airfare offer is subject to change: Based on inventory availability at time of purchase and may be withdrawn at any time. $25 per person deposit is due at time of booking for all featured river, ocean and expedition itineraries; remaining deposit is due with final payment. Air does not have to be purchased to get cruise/tour offer. All prices are in CAD dollars and for Canadian residents only. 2023: Book and deposit by Jan. 31, 2023. 2023: Pay in full by February 28, 2023. Additional restrictions may apply; see Passenger Ticket Contract at viking.com/rivers.