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Travel through the heart of Europe by river over 23 days. Sit back and relax as you see castles on the Rhine and celebrate folk traditions in Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania.
Explore 3 rivers & 8 countries
Sail Amsterdam’s canals. See castles on the Rhine. Behold the grandeur of Vienna. Celebrate folk traditions in Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania. These travel icons—and more—await you on a 23-day journey combining our Grand European Tour and Passage to Eastern Europe cruises. Discover eight countries in Western, Central and Eastern Europe while cruising the Rhine, Main and Danube. Enjoy a lifetime’s worth of experiences on a single voyage.
*Advertised price based on 04 August 2026 departure (Bucharest to Amsterdam), correct as of 02 April 2025. Price is subject to change and availability.
Inclusions
Viking Inclusive Value:
One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
Port taxes & fees
Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
Visits to UNESCO Sites
Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
Onboard gratuities
All Staterooms Include:
Outside staterooms with river view
Bottled water replenished daily
Voltage: 220V & 110V (US outlet), plus USB ports
Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed with optional twin-bed configuration
All Upper & Middle Deck staterooms have a full veranda or French balcony (a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
40" or 42" flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more
Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
*All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Take a journey along Amsterdam’s network of canals or perhaps browse one of the city’s museums.
Day 2 - Kinderdijk, The Netherlands
See the picturesque Dutch countryside and Kinderdijk’s working windmills, a UNESCO Site.
Scenic Sailing: Waal & Merwede
Admire the scenery and sail along the network of Holland’s waterways.
Day 3 - Cologne, Germany
Stroll through Cologne’s Old Town and see the city’s famed Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO Site.
Day 4 - Koblenz, Germany
Visit the 13th-century Marksburg Castle and capture views from its hilltop location.
Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine
Sail past hilltop castles along the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site, and look for Lorelei Rock.
Day 5 - Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart
Relax as you sail the Main River, making your way through Germany’s scenic Franconia region.
Miltenberg, Germany
Discover the city’s fairy-tale charms, from its Old Town to its iconic half-timbered houses.
Day 6 - Würzburg, Germany
Encounter the Bishops’ Residenz, a large, ornate baroque palace and UNESCO Site.
Day 7 - Bamberg, Germany
See the Town Hall in this UNESCO-listed medieval city; sample its distinctive rauchbier.
Scenic Sailing: Main-Danube Canal, Germany
Transit this 16-lock engineering marvel spanning 106 miles from Kelheim to Bamberg.
Day 8 - Nuremberg, Germany
See the Palace of Justice, old town and Market Square in this history-filled city.
Day 9 - Regensburg, Germany
Stroll the medieval, UNESCO-listed city’s streets and learn about Regensburg’s history.
Day 10 - Passau, Germany
Admire the patrician houses in the old town and see Passau’s ornately decorated cathedral.
Day 11 - Melk, Austria
Visit the renowned Benedictine abbey, admiring its medieval manuscripts and ceiling frescoes.
Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley
Sail the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO Site, and admire views of hillside vineyards.
Krems, Austria
Visit Göttweig Abbey, admiring its ceiling frescoes, grand staircase, library and church.
Day 12 - Vienna, Austria
Admire Vienna’s architecture and discover the city’s classical music heritage.
Day 13 - Vienna, Austria
Discover the delights of Vienna as you browse the museums or enjoy a Viennese pastry.
Day 14 - Budapest, Hungary
Explore Buda’s Castle District and modern Pest, straddling the two sides of the Danube River.
Day 15 - Budapest, Hungary
Cross the Chain Bridge, browse a museum or visit a thermal spa in the “Paris of the East.”
Day 16 - Kalocsa, Hungary
Sample paprika-flavored food in this cultural center and see a Puszta horsemanship show.
Day 17 - Osijek, Croatia
See Osijek’s highlights and meet a local family; admire Vukovar’s buildings and palace.
Day 18 - Belgrade, Serbia
Walk around Kalemegdan Fortress or see the Church of St. Sava and Square of the Republic.
Day 19 - Golubac, Serbia
Learn about the history of the 14th-century Golubac Fortress and admire scenic river views.
Scenic Sailing: The Iron Gate
Sail the picturesque Danube River and admire the natural wonders of the Iron Gate.
Day 20 - Vidin, Bulgaria
Admire Vidin’s historic landmarks, including the preserved medieval castle.
Day 21 - Ruse, Bulgaria
Admire medieval architecture and sample local Bulgarian food.
Day 22 - Bucharest, Romania
Explore Romania’s capital; view the Palace of Parliament and the Village Museum.
Day 23 - Bucharest, Romania
Admire stunning architecture and explore an array of world-class museums.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
