Viking River Cruises

Plan your next River Cruise with a Viking River Cruise Travel Agent

Viking River Cruises offer travelers a unique way to see many of the small towns that dot the coastline of Europe’s oldest rivers. Popular itineraries include those on the Danube, Rhine, Douro, Seine, and more – hitting some of the most iconic European cities and picturesque towns along the way. As your expert Viking River Cruise Travel Agent, we are there for you from start to finish. We help identify which itinerary best fits your travel interests, arrange flight details, recommend excursions, and coordinate any issues as they may arise. That way, when you step aboard the river cruise, you’ll know what to expect and will be able to quickly slip into relaxation mode sipping on your favorite wine of Kolsch – or perhaps nibble on your favorite local cuisine.

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Why choose a Viking River Cruise for Exploring Europe?

When it comes to exploring Europe, there are a few travel options to consider – the first question to ask if if you want to see by land, river, or sea. Each offers a unique perspective to the towns and cities you will visit. For sea-based travels, you’ll visit coastal towns with a few inland excursions – but may miss out on some of the smaller more quaint villages.

If you go via river cruise, you’ll be limited by the flowing water (and sometimes there are water level issues) and lastly, if you go by land, you’ll be more on your own! So what about a Viking River Cruise may make it right for you? The answer lies in the luxury experience that Viking offers to river and ocean travelers. Viking River Cruises are designed to provide a seamless journey from your arrival at your home airport throughout your cruise and then through your final journey home.

One of the main advantages of a Viking River Cruise or any river cruise really is the convenience it offers. On a traditional land-based vacation you have to constantly pack and unpack, take extended train rides or bus to your next destination. With a river cruise you unpack just once and relax onboard as you sail from one port city to another. You get to maximize your time exploring the destinations rather than wasting time on logistics or hiccups you may encounter.

Tips for making the most out of your Viking River Cruise

1. Pack smart: Your Viking River Cruise will have plenty of storage space, but it’s still a good idea to pack light because you will have to carry your luggage through airports, hotels, and more. We always suggest a mix and match strategy – clothes with flexibility! Don’t forget comfortable walking shoes for exploring the destinations, some excursions can be more intensive than others.

2. Embrace the local culture: One of the key differences of taking a Viking River Cruise is the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture. We always suggest that clients learn a few key phrases before they depart in addition to sharing a few of the top foods that clients rave about.

3. Take advantage of the onboard activities: Viking River Cruise ships offer a wide range of onboard activities and amenities. Some of the best moments you can bring home is new knowledge – so attend a lecture, a new recipe – enjoy a cooking demonstration, a newly rejuvenated self – relax on the sundeck for a bit! Just make sure to take advantage of what the ship offers!

4. Be flexible: They will do their best to keep to the planned itinerary, but sometimes Mother Nature or other conditions can require adjustments – like low river levels turning part of the boat cruise into a short bus ride to switch boats. It’s important to be flexible and go with the flow (ha ha – see what we did there? Flow, like river “flow” – feel free to roll your eyes at us)

5. Connect with fellow travelers: A Viking River Cruise is a great opportunity to meet travelers from around the world. We’ve found that cruisers often pick their next itinerary based on the group of friends they made by simply striking up a conversation in a lounge one afternoon or met on another excursion.

How to pick a Viking River Cruise Travel Agent

We may be slightly biased, because we have been told by our amazing clients that we are rock star Viking River Cruise Travel Agents, but there are some key differentiators that can add so much value to your cruise experience. But when selecting your travel agent, we think it’s important that:

(1) you’re a good communication match for one another: you’ll spend a fair amount of time sharing your interests while they translate that into an ideal itinerary and vacation for you

(2) They have experience working with the Viking to ensure that client expectations are not just matched but exceeded throughout the journey.

(3) They have experienced the cities, towns and cruise line itself

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