Viking River Cruises
Europe's Rivers,
Explored in Luxury
As your Viking River specialist in Florida, Lighthouse Travel Group offers exclusive access to the full Longship fleet — Rhine, Danube, Seine, Douro, and beyond — with preferred pricing, cabin upgrade priority, and white-glove door-to-door service.
About Viking River
The World's Leading River Cruise Line
Viking River Cruises invented the modern river cruise experience. Founded in 1997, Viking pioneered the award-winning Longship design — a revolutionary vessel purpose-built for European waterways, featuring a Solar Deck, Aquavit Terrace, and panoramic Explorers Lounge. Today, Viking operates the world's largest river cruise fleet with over 70 Longships sailing Europe's most iconic rivers.
Every Viking River voyage is adults-only, all-inclusive, and destination-focused. From the Rhine's medieval castles to the Danube's imperial capitals, from the Seine's Impressionist villages to the Douro's terraced vineyards — Viking delivers an immersive cultural experience that no other river cruise line can match.
- World's largest river cruise fleet — 70+ Longships
- Adults-only — no children under 18
- All-inclusive: Wi-Fi, gratuities, shore excursion, wine & beer with meals
- Award-winning Longship design with Solar Deck & Aquavit Terrace
- Destination-focused enrichment programming at every port
Signature Itineraries
Europe's Most Iconic Rivers
From 8-night getaways to the 15-night Grand European Tour, Viking River offers itineraries for every traveler. Each voyage is designed to immerse you in the culture, history, and cuisine of the destinations you visit.
Romantic Danube
Budapest to Nuremberg
Highlights: Vienna, Melk, Passau, Regensburg
Grand European Tour
Amsterdam to Budapest
Highlights: Rhine, Main, Danube — 11 countries
Charms of the Rhine
Amsterdam to Basel
Highlights: Cologne, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, Breisach
Paris & the Heart of Normandy
Paris to Paris
Highlights: Giverny, Rouen, Les Andelys, Honfleur
Douro: Vineyards & Villages
Porto to Salamanca
Highlights: Régua, Pinhão, Barca d'Alva, Salamanca
Russia's Waterways
Moscow to St. Petersburg
Highlights: Uglich, Yaroslavl, Kizhi, Mandrogi
The Longship
A Ship Designed for the River
Solar Deck
A full-length sun deck with panoramic views — perfect for watching medieval castles and vineyard-covered hillsides glide past.
Aquavit Terrace
An innovative glass-enclosed terrace at the bow, open to the elements in fair weather — the best seat on the river.
Explorers Lounge
A panoramic lounge at the bow with floor-to-ceiling windows, ideal for scenic cruising through gorges and historic towns.
All-Veranda Staterooms
Every stateroom features a French balcony or full veranda — wake up to the river every morning from your own private space.
All-Inclusive Value
Port taxes, Wi-Fi, gratuities, beer and wine with meals, and one guided shore excursion per port — all included in your fare.
Enrichment Programming
Onboard lectures, cooking demonstrations, and cultural performances complement every port visit with deeper context.
The Fleet
70+ Longships, One Standard of Excellence
Viking Longship Odin
Rhine, Main, Danube
Viking Longship Freya
Rhine, Main, Danube
Viking Longship Baldur
Rhine, Main, Danube
Viking Longship Idun
Danube, Rhine
Viking Longship Lif
Seine, Rhine
Viking Longship Rinda
Danube, Rhine
Viking operates 70+ Longships across Europe and beyond. Contact us for the full fleet and current availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Viking River Cruise Questions
What makes Viking River Cruises different from other river cruise lines?
Viking River Cruises pioneered the modern river cruise concept with their award-winning Longship design. Every Longship features a Solar Deck, Aquavit Terrace, and panoramic Explorers Lounge. Viking is adults-only (no children under 18), all-inclusive with port taxes, Wi-Fi, and beer/wine with meals, and destination-focused with enrichment programming at every port.
What rivers does Viking sail in Europe?
Viking River sails the Rhine, Main, Danube, Seine, Douro, Moselle, Saône, and Rhône rivers in Europe. Signature itineraries include the Grand European Tour (Amsterdam to Budapest), Romantic Danube, Charms of the Rhine, and Paris & the Heart of Normandy.
What is included in a Viking River Cruise fare?
Viking River's all-inclusive fare covers all meals onboard, beer and wine with lunch and dinner, Wi-Fi, port taxes and fees, one guided shore excursion per port, and gratuities. Optional upgrades include the Silver Spirits beverage package, premium shore excursions, and pre/post-cruise land extensions.
Why book Viking River Cruises through Lighthouse Travel Group?
As a Viking River specialist, Lighthouse Travel Group provides preferred pricing, cabin upgrade priority, and white-glove door-to-door service. We handle flights, transfers, pre- and post-cruise hotels, and are available before, during, and after your voyage. Call (941) 626-4495 for a complimentary consultation.
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