There is simply nothing like experiencing the wonders of the world from the water. Imagine sailing into Europe on a serene river voyage, wandering charming towns and cultural gems. Or venture further, to the great cities of Scandinavia or the Mediterranean, aboard a small ocean ship that delivers you straight into harbors you’ve always dreamed of visiting.
Viking® believes in offering extraordinarily well-designed voyages that bring you closer to the world’s most interesting places. Its intimate vessels sail into the heart of your destination, where new discoveries are just a short walk from your ship.
Experience the convenience of unpacking just once as you enjoy impeccable service set against an ever-changing canvas of breathtaking landscapes.
Viking Small Ships
Viking’s small ships offer a sense of comfort akin to a floating hotel. With light-filled spaces and a quiet, understated elegance, its signature Scandinavian design never upstages the destination. This is the Viking version of modern luxury.
Intimate river vessels feature all-outside staterooms only — no interior cabins — with floor-to-ceiling windows in every room, plus al fresco dining on board.
Viking’s all-veranda ocean ships host under 1,000 guests, with the ability to dock in the world’s greatest cities, as well as seldom-visited small ports out of reach for mega-liners.
Destination-Focused Itineraries
Every itinerary is designed to help you discover and engage with a place through its food, countryside and customs. Sail with like-minded travelers on an immersive journey, with onboard and onshore moments that bring culture and history to life.
Arrive in the center of town — often at Viking-owned docks — and stroll right off and begin exploring. The Viking Way is designed to take you closer to the unique highlights of every stop. While you will visit expected and iconic locations, such as renowned museums and notable landmarks, Viking also offers Local Life, Working World and Privileged Access® experiences, opening doors to places otherwise difficult to visit.
Go behind the scenes with the world-renowned Vienna Boys Choir on the Grand European Tour or take a cooking class in Tuscany on The Iconic Western Mediterranean Itinerary.
For history enthusiasts, watch the past come alive along Europe’s great rivers and sparkling coastlines. Storybook villages, vibrant cultural centers and picturesque landscapes await across the Netherlands, Austria, Germany, Greece, France, Hungary, Italy, Spain, Switzerland and more.
All-Inclusive Value
The Viking Inclusive Value covers just about everything — port charges, Wi-Fi, all onboard meals, lectures, onboard activities, a complimentary shore excursion in every port of call and so much more. All you have to do is relax and enjoy a great journey.
Viking’s Top European River Voyages
Rhine Getaway
Seven nights, Amsterdam to Basel
Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and stunning scenery of the Middle Rhine — a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. With calls in Amsterdam, Cologne and Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.
Romantic Danube
Seven nights, Budapest to Regensburg
Visit Budapest’s Castle District and cross the famous Chain Bridge. Explore Göttweig Abbey, one of Austria’s most revered monastic centers, and make dumplings with Wachau Valley apricots. Visit historic Salzburg. Spend two days in Vienna and celebrate the city’s musical heritage at a concert featuring works by Mozart and Strauss. With medieval towns, grand cities and stunning scenery, this eight-day journey on the “Blue Danube” is one you are sure to love.
Grand European Tour
14 nights, Amsterdam to Budapest
Admire Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle. Sample the culinary delights of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Learn the Viennese waltz, visit Melk’s Benedictine Abbey and delve into Nuremberg’s World War II history. Indulge your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best of Europe, tracing 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’s Top European Ocean Voyages
Iconic Western Mediterranean
Seven nights, Barcelona to Rome
France’s famed southern coast and Italy’s Renaissance treasures take center stage on this eight-day Mediterranean sojourn. Immerse yourself in Catalonian and Tuscan art, architecture and history during overnights in Barcelona and Tuscany. In the South of France, call on historic Montpellier and picturesque Marseille, and visit Monte Carlo, Monaco’s glamorous city by the sea.
Ancient Mediterranean Treasures
Seven nights, Istanbul to Athens
Witness the origin of civilization as you cruise the fabled Aegean Sea. Spend two days in majestic Istanbul, with its Byzantine treasures and intriguing blend of Eastern and Western influences. Travel to the ruins of Troy, long steeped in myth and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See historic sites in Ephesus and marvel at the gorgeous islands of Rhodes and Crete. Discover the architectural gems of ancient Athens during an overnight stay.
British Isles Explorer
14 nights, Bergen to London
Immerse yourself in the British Isles with overnight stays in Bergen, Norway, and Greenwich, England. Discover the legendary Highlands and Western Isles of Scotland and its capital, Edinburgh. Visit the Shetland and Orkney Islands, and contrast modern Belfast with traditional Dublin. Witness Welsh culture in Snowdonia. In England, visit maritime Liverpool, see historic Dover and enjoy a tour of London.
Wherever you choose to go, Viking takes you to the heart of great places in comfort.
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Featured image: Viking Longship Gymir on the Rhine River near Cologne, Germany.
Last updated on September 8, 2026 by AAA Staff
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