Cruises on the Rhine, the Main and the Danube Rivers

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Cruises on the Rhine, Main & Danube Rivers

The Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers run from the North Sea all the way to the Black Sea. As a traveler, you have the option of exploring the Northern region, including the Netherlands and northern Germany; the central region, including Bavaria and Austria; or the southern region, including Slovakia, Hungary, Bulgaria and Romania. Viking offers cruises from 8 to 23 days in this region; the choice is yours!

European Odyssey

Prague to Paris

From $7,195 / 21 Days

Three nights each in romantic Paris and fairytale Prague, plus a 14-night cruise between Amsterdam and Budapest. This comprehensive itinerary gives you an odyssey of European highlights.

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Imperial Cities of Europe

Prague to Amsterdam

From $6,495 / 18 Days

Take a 14-night cruise between Amsterdam and Budapest, and enjoy three nights in the fairytale city of Prague in the Czech Republic. This 18-day journey will capture your heart.

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Grand European Tour

Amsterdam to Budapest

From $5,095 / 15 Days

Imagine 15 magical days along the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers. From Holland’s windmill-studded tulip fields to Germany’s fairytale castles, from the Main-Danube Canal to the vineyards of Austria’s Wachau Valley, this epic voyage offers a wealth of wonderful experiences. Guests who choose this voyage soon see why it is our most popular itinerary.

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Rhine Getaway

Amsterdam to Basel

From $2,445 / 8 Days

Visit all the highlights of the legendary Rhine River on this 8-day cruise. You will see the many charming castles that command the river banks as you sail through Germany. Experience the lush landscape of the Black Forest region, explore Holland’s famous windmills and waterworks and take part in the inviting nightlife in Rüdesheim’s Drosselgasse.

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Romantic Danube

Budapest to Nuremberg

From $2,345 / 8 Days

Discover grand cities and quaint villages on this 8-day journey along the “Blue Danube.” Explore both sides of fascinating Budapest, experience Vienna’s imperial architecture and gracious culture, and tour riverside towns in Austria’s Wachau Valley. In Germany, explore a baroque abbey and stroll cobbled streets lined with half-timbered houses.

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Treasures of Europe

Paris to Budapest

From $7,195 / 18 Days

Take a 14-night cruise between Amsterdam and Budapest, plus spend three magical nights in Paris, France with a panoramic tour and plenty of time to explore on your own.

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Danube Waltz

Europe River Cruise - Hofburg Imperial Palace, Vienna

Passau to Budapest

From $2,345 / 8 Days

Explore four of Europe’s most enchanting countries—Austria, Germany, Hungary and Slovakia—along the storied Danube River. See the range of architectural wonders in Budapest and Bratislava, sail through the spectacular Wachau Valley, and take a tour of the 900-year-old baroque Benedictine abbey at Melk on this amazing 8-day itinerary.

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Ultimate European Adventure

Paris to Transylvania

From $11,445 / 29 Days

NEW! Combine an epic 21-night river cruise between northern and eastern Europe with two unforgettable land tours for the ultimate European experience. Enjoy 3 nights in romantic Paris, sail from the canals of Amsterdam to the colorful capitals of Eastern Europe, plus explore the legendary region of Transylvania on an incredible 29-day cruisetour that includes 10 countries.

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Danube Explorer

Budapest to Prague

From $3,545 / 13 or 11 Days

Take an 8-day river cruise along the celebrated Danube River between historic Nuremberg and the Hungarian capital of Budapest, stopping in Vienna, Melk, Passau and Regensburg along the way—plus, spend 3 days and nights discovering the Czech Republic’s lovely capital, Prague.

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Rhine Discovery

Amsterdam to Zurich

From $3,845 / 11 Days

NEW! Experience history, culture and glorious views along the Rhine and in three Swiss cities. You will see the many charming castles that command the river banks as you sail through Germany. Visit the lush landscape of the Black Forest region, explore Holland’s famous windmills and waterworks and take part in the inviting nightlife in Rüdesheim’s Drosselgasse. Plus explore Basel, Lucerne and Zurich in Switzerland. Eleven perfect days of Rhine discovery!

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European Sojourn

Europe River Cruise - Amsterdam, Holland

Amsterdam to Bucharest

From $8,095 / 23 Days

Combine Grand European Tour with Passage to Eastern Europe for the ultimate European sojourn. See the canals of Amsterdam, the castles of the Rhine Valley, great Danube cities like Vienna and Budapest, and many colorful capitals of Eastern Europe on an incredible 23-day cruisetour that includes eight countries.

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Eastern Europe & Transylvania

Budapest to Transylvania

From $5,045 / 14 Days

NEW! Journey through historic Eastern Europe, from the capitals of Hungary, Serbia and Romania to smaller towns in Croatia and Bulgaria—and on into legendary Transylvania.

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Voyage to Transylvania

Amsterdam to Transylvania

From $9,395 / 26 Days

NEW! Combine a 21-night river cruise between northern and eastern Europe with an unforgettable land tour for an amazing 26-day European experience. Sail between the canals of Amsterdam and the colorful capitals of Eastern Europe, plus explore the storied region of Transylvania on a cruisetour through nine countries.

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Tulips & Windmills

Amsterdam – Antwerp – Amsterdam

From $3,195 / 10 Days

Come see the rainbow of colors and visit some of Belgium’s most beautifully preserved medieval cities for the ultimate 10-day spring vacation in the Low Countries. Explore cosmopolitan Amsterdam and experience Belgium’s Golden Age in historic Antwerp and the lovely patrician cities of Ghent and Brugge. Plus, enjoy savory Dutch cheeses on this delightful journey.

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Passage to Eastern Europe

Budapest to Bucharest

From $3,995 / 11 Days

Let us take you to the cities, towns and natural wonders of Eastern Europe. Visit capitals of Hungary, Serbia and Romania plus towns in Croatia and Bulgaria, and see the region’s dramatic scenery.