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2012 Rhine Getaway From $2,049 / 8 Days / 6 Guided Tours / 4 Countries
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Rhine Getaway Cruise Reviews

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Gracious, friendly and helpful staff
The most wonderful experience! Great accommodations. The staff were so gracious, friendly and helpful; they treated us like we were so important. Remembering our names was exceptional. Tour guides were fun and made each exploration special—and they were careful to make sure we all got to and from our excursions with nobody left behind. Also meeting new friends from other countries made the trip even more fun. I am eager to go on another. We highly recommend Viking for any cruise you may want—they are premium!

LeaRaye & Cliff Huff
2011

It was lovely
We recently went on a Rhine river cruise with Viking and had a great time. Superior staff, interesting excursions with tours of castles, cathedrals, quaint towns and vineyards. It was lovely. Having the ship as a base made our trip very relaxing. We also met many wonderful people on board.

Cheryl Fauerbach
2011

Staff was wonderful
Just returned from our first-ever Viking river cruise, the Rhine Getaway and want to tell you it was awesome! Staff was wonderful, especially our waiters and our tour manager for the descriptions of each tour and also for the way in which they were managed, with nothing left to chance. Food was out of this world, especially the desserts. Also met some wonderful fellow travelers. See you next year, Viking!

Nancy Schill
2011

No regrets
Need a little time away? Contact Viking River Cruises—you won’t regret it! Pick long cruises or shorter ones—they’re all pretty great.

Sharon Dittmer
2011

Thanks for the memories
Loved our first Viking river cruise last month down the Rhine. Will definitely plan another Viking trip! Thanks for the memories.

Jean Lee Perry
2011

Would go back tomorrow
We just returned from Viking Rhine River cruise. Would go back tomorrow! Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful and Viking takes very good care of you.

Carol Kenton
2011

Highly recommended
Took an 8-day cruise with Viking thru Germany in December and would highly recommend them.

Jeffrey Hubbard
2010

A winter wonderland
Our trip from NYC was well scheduled and the flight that Viking had arranged was very comfortable. On arrival in Basel we were quickly met by a Viking representative and transported to the ship. We spent a fabulous day in the sunshine of Basel taking tours and visiting our first Christmas markets. The snow began to fall as we departed, which seemed to set the stage for our trip through a winter wonderland. Every port of call was well planned and led by very knowledgeable guides. The service on board was impeccable, with all our wants fulfilled. It should be noted there is not much to do on the ship as compared to ocean cruise ships but our time was well spent at the Christmas markets. We took some extra time in Amsterdam on our own at the end. This cruise will allow you take in a number of different cities of Europe and still not feel rushed. It is cold in December so appropriate clothing is a must to maximize your enjoyment.

Jean & Doug Pendl
2010

Best cruise ever
Best cruise ever...from fabulous food to lovely locations and very comfortable staterooms. What a wonderful way to experience the world!

Connie Tritt
2010

A wonderful week
We had a wonderful week cruising on the Rhine. Our tour guide was excellent. Everything was organized and very well done. The ship was comfortable, well run, very maintained and the food was delicious. The variety of other travelers was very pleasant. We’re booking immediately for our next Viking cruise!

Susan DeColaines & Bill Swanson
2010

Our fourth cruise with Viking
We have just returned from our cruise on the Rhine and the trip was wonderful. The weather was perfect and the fall colors were beautiful. The staff were great and made the trip a delight. This was our fourth cruise with Viking and we would recommend this trip to everyone! Having to unpack only once makes traveling effortless and the open seating during dinner helps you meet the most interesting people who enrich the experience. We can’t wait to plan our next trip.

Marjorie & Leland Wieweck
2010

A lovely time
We had a lovely time on this cruise. In all the food was excellent. And how can anyone forget the phrase, “Ciao for now”?

Jim & Peggy Meadows
2010

A very relaxing vacation
We’ve just returned from our first Viking River Cruises journey on the beautiful Viking Helvetia. The freedom to do as much or as little as you like made for a very relaxing vacation. Loved the open seating for the meals; it was such fun to meet so many interesting people from a variety of places. We loved sleeping with our window open listening to the birds and the gentle sound of the water as we fell asleep—then watching the sun rise over the horizon in the morning. I cannot say enough about how wonderful our experience was on your cruise. I have three friends who have asked me to send them your site already!

George & Beth Adams
2010

Remembered for a lifetime
We cannot say enough about how pleased we were with all aspects of our Viking River Cruises journey. We felt like the entire staff was there just for us. Thank you again for giving us a vacation that will be remembered for a lifetime as the best we’ve ever had.

Don & Nancy Griffith
2009

Such a great way to travel
I’ve just returned from the Rhine Getaway cruise aboard Viking Helvetia. Great trip—I thoroughly enjoyed everything about the cruise. Such a great way to travel. Congratulations to the entire crew.

Kenneth Reese
2009

I tip my hat to you
I greatly enjoyed the smaller, more intimate nature of the cruise. One can develop multiple friendships among passengers due to the smaller groups and frequency of encounters. I tip my hat to you and your staff for a job well done and I look forward to my next trip with Viking.

Thomas LeFevre
2009

By far the best way to travel
I’ve only been on two Viking River cruises, but my parents and other family members have been on a total of 21 cruises with your company. The great job you did on our most recent trip confirms our belief that Viking River Cruises is by far the best way to travel.

Roxanne Lennon
2009

We enjoyed every minute
We just wanted to let you know how pleased we were with our Rhine cruise. It was just perfect; we enjoyed every minute!

Willy & Karin Goedeke
2008



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