Viking River cruises is an upscale product that offers river boat cruises through Europe and China.
In regards to 2010, we have recevied word from Viking that their ships are selling well this year and they do not anticipate many interline rates. Payment is needed at time of booking, no exceptions. Prices below include port and currency surcharges. Not included: $25 document fee per booking and processing fee per booking. Children under the age of 12 may not travel.
All cabin pricing is best available standard stateroom.
Viking Does Not Extend To Military. Rates are valid for airline employee only. One room only. Parents of airline employee traveling alone will not receive this discount.
Viking River cruises are river cruises and they do not have balconies, but picture window. Cabins are best available oceanview cabins at time of booking.
Visa's are needed for St. Petersburg and must be obtained prior to departing the US.
CHINA -
VIKING CENTURY - NEW as of JULY 19!! Book now will not last! "Imperial Jewels of China" - 12 nt river cruise between Shanghai and Beijing. Itinerary incl. Beijing; Xian; Chongqing; Shibaozhai; Three Gorges and Lesser Three Gorges (Yangtze River); Three Gorges Dam (tour); Jingzhou and Wuhan. Tour includes 12 guided tours, all means (11 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches, 12 dinners).
Sept 3, 13, 23 (Beijing to Shanghai) $1999 pp
Sept 10,20, 30 (Shanghai to Beijing) $1999 pp
Pricing is for Best Available Category, C and below best available standard stateroom. $1999 pp (inclusive of all port charges and intra-China air with air taxes; single supplement 200%)
VIKING CENTURY SUN - "China's Cultural Delights" - 17 nt river cruise between Shanghai and Beijing. Itinerary incl. Beijing (3 nts); Xian; Chongqing; Fengdu; Shibaozhai; Three Gorges & Lesser Three Gorges; Three Gorges Dam (tour); Jingzhou; dongting Lake; Wuhan; Jingdezhen; Mt. Jui Hua; Nanjing, Suzhou & Shanghai (2 nts). Cruise includes 17 guided tours.
Not available at this time
EUROPE
PORTRAITS OF SOUTHERN FRANCE - Viking Burgundy sails from Avignon to Chalon-sur-Saone along France’s scenic Saône and Rhône Rivers past some of the most beautiful vineyards and vistas in the French countryside. During your 8-day journey, explore the famed region of Burgundy and the lavender fields of Provence. Visit Gallo-Roman ruins in both Vienne and Arles; walk the cobbled streets of Arles to see how it inspired Vincent van Gogh. And visit the historic Papal Palace in Avignon, “City of the Popes.” Learn about the region’s time-honored winemaking traditions, sample Burgundy varietals and try the famed Provençal cuisine in Lyon. C’est magnifique!
Not available at this time
EASTERN EUROPEAN ODYSSEY - 16 nt. cruise from Bucharest to Nuremberg. Visit ancient remnants of Roman Empire outposts and the grand cities of the Habsburg Dynasty on this 16-day odyssey through Central and Eastern Europe. Hear the classic waltzes of Johann Strauss as you tour Austria and Germany. Immerse yourself in fiery Hungarian culture, admire natural wonders like the exquisite Iron Gate region, and explore Romania’s graceful capital, Bucharest, and the Black Sea coast. Although very old, the region is still being shaped by current events—and thi12s itinerary shows how current restoration efforts have preserved Eastern Europe’s rich cultural heritage.
NONE AT THIS TIME
PARIS AND THE HEART OF NORMANDY. 8 nt. cruise from LeHavre to Paris. Combine the magic of Paris with the beauty of France’s Norman countryside and voilà! Experience history firsthand at the Normandy beaches, site of the famous Allied invasion on D-Day in 1944. Delight in the Gothic architecture of Rouen, and see where Joan of Arc was tried and executed. Lose yourself in the exquisite gardens of Giverny, whose rich palette inspired Impressionist Claude Monet for many years. Walk the cobblestone streets of provincial Vernon and share the splendor of Paris, the world’s most romantic city, with your companion. This fascinating 8-day journey has something for everyone.
Interline rates are not available at this time
ROMANTIC DANUBE - 8-day journey from Budapest to Nuremburg to the grand cities and quaint villages along the celebrated Danube River. Explore both sides of Hungary’s capital—traditional “Buda” and more cosmopolitan “Pest”—and from Fishermen’s Bastion, see how the river divides this fascinating city. Experience Vienna’s imperial architecture and gracious culture, and tour riverside towns in Austria’s Wachau Valley. And in Germany, explore a baroque cathedral and stroll cobbled streets lined with half-timbered houses. Savor the tastes of authentic dishes, learn about local legends, and see why Strauss immortalized this romantic river in his famous “Blue Danube” waltz.
NONE AT THIS TIME
RUSSIA
WATERWAYS OF THE CZARS - 13 nts. cruise from St. Petersburg to Moscow. Thinking of Russia, two great cities immediately come to mind: Moscow and St. Petersburg. This monumental 13-day itinerary includes multiple days in both cities, touring such landmarks as Moscow’s Kremlin and Red Square as well as Pushkin, Peter & Paul Fortress and the Hermitage in St. Petersburg. But, there is another side of Russia that only a river cruise can provide—the villages and quaint towns like Yaroslavl, Uglich and Goritzy. See opulent palaces, discover fortified monasteries and visit beautiful cathedrals. It is an unforgettable way to experience the history and culture of this unique and mysterious country.May
NONE AT THIS TIME
FOOTSTEPS OF THE COSSACKS - A 12 day cruise from Odessa to Kiev along the Dnieper River. A journey of discovery: explore ancient cities, gaze upon grand monuments and encounter a vibrant culture rich in tradition. See how differing societies from the Vikings to the Tatars and the Cossacks have influenced the architecture and people of today’s Ukraine. Visit landmarks like Yalta's famed White Palace and Odessa's Potemkin Steps, learn about the country's maritime history in Sevastopol, tour the Monastery of the Caves in Kiev, and immerse yourself in Cossack traditions in Zaporozhye.
Not available at this time
RUSSIAN RHAPSODY - 16 nt. in-depth Russia experience from Moscow to St. Petersburg. Explore landmarks of St. Petersburg and Moscow—the Hermitage, Catherine’s Palace, Red Square, the Kremlin and more. You also cruise along the Lower Volga to Volgograd (formerly Stalingrad), Samara and Kazan to see mementos of the 20th century, and discover quaint riverside villages of Russia’s Golden Ring.
Not available at this time
ALL RATES ARE PER PERSON BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY.