The Most Award Winning River Cruise Line
Inspiring destinations, beautifully crafted itineraries, expert tour guides, luxurious ships, fine cuisine, excellent service, remarkable value - Viking's success is defined by all these things, and something else, too: personal attention to every detail.
At Viking, they never forget that looking after you is why they have become the world's favorite river cruise line, and why their guests return to cruise with them again and again. Indeed, it is their guests who are their greatest ambassadors, making them the most honored river cruise line in the world.
Viking has consistently placed high on competitive rankings like Conde Nast Traveler's Gold List, Reader's Choice and Best Small Ships awards; and Travel + Leisure's World's Best; they have also been honored by prestigious international organizations like the World Travel Awards. Meanwhile, travel agents have recognized them with awards including TravelAge West's Best Line for River Cruising and Travel Weekly's #1 River Cruise Line. And Viking is featured in National Geographic's The 10 Best of Everything.
Viking River Cruises
The Viking Advantage:
-Viking owns and operates the world's newest & largest fleet of deluxe vessels built specifically for river travel
-Ships feature spacious all river-view staterooms, hotel-style beds and luxurious suites
-Gourmet cuisine created by European and celebrity chefs, combining regional specialties with American palettes always in mind
-Award-winning service is unparalleled; over 99% guest satisfaction
-Viking provides the most all-inclusive packages of any river cruise line including all onboard meals, lectures, activities, shore excursions, and port charges.
-Viking ships sail right into the heart of every destination
-Guests enjoy fine cuisine in a relaxed open-seating dining room
-Viking balances guided tours with plenty of leisure time to relax or explore on your own
-Expert English-speaking guides provide historical background, context and regional perspective
Viking's Low Fares Include:
-Deluxe onboard accommodations and all onboard meals
-Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks onboard with lunch & dinner
-Quality stateroom amenities such as slippers, premium bath products and complimentary bottled water
-All shore excursions and cultural enrichment activities
-Deluxe, first class, or superior first class hotel accommodations for "cruisetour" packages
-All port charges