viking cruise rhine river

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Basel to Bergen
Bergen to Basel

Rhine & Viking Shores & Fjords

From $7,698
11 Guided Tours
6 Countries
Dates & Pricing
Basel to Bergen Bergen to Basel

Rhine & Viking Shores & Fjords Map

Map of Rhine & Viking Shores & Fjords itinerary

Charming hamlets & Norse heritage

Tour highlights of the legendary Rhine River and discover Scandinavian wonders by sea. Experience cultured Basel and Germany’s storied Black Forest. See the charming canals of Strasbourg’s Petite France, admire Cologne’s famous cathedral and explore Holland’s iconic windmills. Sail the North Sea, visit Denmark and witness Norway’s dramatic fjord landscapes and scenic cities. Spend time in historic Bergen, a city with deep Viking roots.

Viking Inclusive Value

All you need included, with no surprises or hidden fees

To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

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

More features, services and excursions included

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
Plus, on our ocean and expedition ships:
Complimentary access to The Nordic Spa & Fitness Center.
Alternative restaurant dining at no extra charge
24-hour room service
Self-service launderettes

Viking Explorer Bed with optional twin-bed configuration (Queen-size on river ships and King-size on ocean ships)

40" or 42" flat-screen LCD TV with intuitive remote & complimentary Movies On Demand

Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror, hair dryer and premium Freyja toiletries

220V & 110V (US outlet), plus USB ports

Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control

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 & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

Pre: Lake Como

From $1,249 | 3 Nights

Pre: Lucerne

From $949 | 2 Nights

From $599 | 2 Nights

Post: Bergen

From $799 | 2 Nights

Post: Oslo & Scenic Train

From $1,099 | 2 Nights

Post: Iceland & the Golden Circle

From $2,299 | 3 Nights

Post: The Best of Norway & Scenic Train

From $1,999 | 4 Nights

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2024-2027 RIVER CRUISE AND AIR FARES: Offer applies to bookings made from October 1-31, 2024. Terms & conditions for select promotions may vary. $25 deposit is applicable to all River itineraries. Special fares plus up to FREE International airfare valid on select departures of Grand European Tour, Lyon Provence & the Rhineland, European Sojourn and Capitals of Eastern Europe, London, Paris & D-Day, Rhine & Main Explorer . Airfares may vary on other gateways & departures. Airfare does not have to be purchased to get cruise\cruisetour offer. All prices are in US dollars and for US residents only. Additional restrictions may apply. 2024 : Pay in full by October 31, 2024 or at time of booking if within 120 days of departure. 2025 : Pay in full by November 30, 2024. 2026 : Pay in full by April 30, 2025. 2027 : Pay in full by January 15, 2026. Offers expires October 31, 2024.

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AIR UPGRADE: Upgrade to Premium Economy air from $799 per person or Business Class air from $3,499 per person based on select gateways and dates. Additional airline-imposed baggage charges may apply; for more information visit Airline Luggage Restrictions . Air prices are per person based on cruise/cruisetour check-in date and include transfers plus all government taxes/fees of approximately $160 and air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received. For more information about customized air services and US gateways, visit the Viking Air Plus page.

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NOTE: U.S. flights depart one day prior to check-in date. Paid Business or Premium Economy Class may require travel in economy on flights within North America or Europe. Premium economy is limited to specific airlines and we may not be able to accommodate based on aircraft type and availability. Roundtrip airport transfers are included when air is purchased with a cruise or cruisetour package; if air is not purchased from Viking, transfers may be purchased separately. All transfers must be in conjunction with a Viking-purchased cruise, cruisetour, land extension or extra hotel nights. Air prices are per person based on cruise/cruisetour check-in date and include transfers plus all government taxes/fees of approximately $160 and air fuel surcharges. Air seats are limited; airfares are subject to change and are not guaranteed until full payment of air is received.