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Travel through the heart of Europe

Follow Europe’s historic waterways through landscapes and cities shaped by trade, empire and cultural exchange on this 15-day journey. Along the Rhine, Main and Danube, discover the impressive landmarks of Vienna and Budapest, Bamberg and Regensburg’s medieval streets, and Cologne’s iconic cathedral. Sail through the scenic Wachau Valley and the UNESCO-listed Middle Rhine, where castles, vineyards and centuries-old towns reflect the region’s long history.

Travel through the heart of Europe

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Budapest Parliament and Danube River View

Budapest, Hungary

Explore Buda’s Castle District and modern Pest, straddling the two sides of the Danube River.

Historic Budapest skyline with river reflections

Budapest, Hungary

Cross the Chain Bridge, browse a museum or visit a thermal spa in the “Paris of the East.”

Vienna, Austria

Admire Vienna’s architecture and discover the city’s classical music heritage.

Vienna, Austria

Discover the delights of Vienna as you browse the museums or enjoy a Viennese pastry.

Scenic river valley with hillside village

Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley

Sail the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO Site, and admire views of hillside vineyards.

Baroque monastery with ornate architecture

Melk, Austria

Visit the renowned Benedictine abbey, admiring its medieval manuscripts and ceiling frescoes.

Scenic Riverside Town with Rolling Hills

Passau, Germany

Admire the patrician houses in the old town and see Passau’s ornately decorated cathedral.

Aerial view of Regensburg Cathedral skyline

Regensburg, Germany

Stroll the medieval, UNESCO-listed city’s streets and learn about Regensburg’s history.

Scenic Sailing: Main-Danube Canal, Germany

Transit this 16-lock engineering marvel spanning 106 miles from Kelheim to Bamberg.

Nuremberg, Germany

See the Palace of Justice, old town and Market Square in this history-filled city.

Historic bridge and town hall in Bamberg

Bamberg, Germany

See the Town Hall in this UNESCO-listed medieval city; sample its distinctive rauchbier.

Historic palace with central fountain statue

Würzburg, Germany

Encounter the Bishops’ Residenz, a large, ornate baroque palace and UNESCO Site.

Historic castle surrounded by lush greenery

Wertheim, Germany

Discover this typical German town, famous for its long-standing glassblowing traditions.

Scenic riverside town with historic architecture

Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart

Relax as you sail the Main River, making your way through Germany’s scenic Franconia region.

Historic riverside castle overlooking scenic valley landscape

Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine

Sail past hilltop castles along the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site, and look for Lorelei Rock.

Koblenz, Germany

Explore the German Corner and the historic Old Town of Koblenz.

Cologne Cathedral and Hohenzollern Bridge at night

Cologne, Germany

Stroll through Cologne’s Old Town and see the city’s famed Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO Site.

Scenic Sailing: Waal & Merwede

Admire the scenery and sail along the network of Holland’s waterways.

Kinderdijk, The Netherlands

See the picturesque Dutch countryside and Kinderdijk’s working windmills, a UNESCO Site.

Scenic canal view in Amsterdam cityscape

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Bid farewell to your fellow guests and journey home. Or spend more time exploring, perhaps joining one of our extensions.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

Pre & Post Cruise Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.
Pre and post cruise extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.