European Sojourn

Fly FREE up to AUD$5,000 per couple*

Available on 2026, 2027 & 2028 sailings

Description

Embark on an extraordinary 23-day voyage across the heart of Europe and into the Balkans, sailing from the charming canals of Amsterdam to the vibrant streets of Bucharest. Aboard a Viking Longship, traverse the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers—experiencing six UNESCO World Heritage Sites and countless cultural treasures along the way.

Discover iconic cities like Cologne, Vienna, Budapest, and Belgrade, each offering a unique blend of history, art, and architecture. Explore medieval towns such as Bamberg and Regensburg, and marvel at baroque masterpieces like Melk Abbey and the Würzburg Residenz. Sail past fairy-tale castles on the Middle Rhine and through the dramatic Iron Gate gorge.

From Dutch windmills and German beer halls to Hungarian thermal spas and Bulgarian fortresses, this immersive journey offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the diverse landscapes, flavors, and stories that define Europe and the Balkans.

Highlights

• Scenic Sailing through the Middle Rhine Valley (Germany)
  Cruise past dramatic hilltop castles, terraced vineyards, and the legendary Lorelei Rock in this UNESCO-listed region.
• Vienna, Austria – Imperial Grandeur & Classical Culture
  Experience the elegance of Vienna with its baroque palaces, grand boulevards, and world-renowned classical music heritage.
• Budapest, Hungary – The Pearl of the Danube
  Discover both Buda and Pest, from the historic Castle District to vibrant cafés and soothing thermal baths.
• The Iron Gate Gorge (Serbia & Romania)
  Sail through this breathtaking natural wonder where the Danube cuts between the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains.
• Kinderdijk Windmills (The Netherlands)
  Visit this iconic UNESCO World Heritage Site and see the famous working windmills of the Dutch countryside.

Pricing

Standard Stateroom (Cat F)

from

AUD$15,895*

per person twin share

Pricing based on  20 Jul 27 departure

What's Included

• One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
• All onboard meals, featuring regional specialties & always available classics
• 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

Your Ship: Aboard a Viking Longship

Sail in comfort and style aboard one of Viking’s award-winning Longships—engineered specifically for river cruising and thoughtfully designed to bring you closer to the heart of Europe. With its state-of-the-art design, Scandinavian elegance, and spacious public areas, your ship is more than just a vessel—it’s your floating boutique hotel.

Each Longship features a serene, understated aesthetic that reflects Viking’s commitment to comfort, functionality, and timeless design. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the lounge and restaurant offer panoramic views of the ever-changing scenery, while the open-air Aquavit Terrace provides a relaxed setting for al fresco dining or sunset cocktails along the riverbanks.

Accommodations include a variety of stateroom categories, all with river views—many with full-size verandas or French balconies. 

Dining on board is a culinary journey of its own, with menus inspired by regional cuisine and international favorites. Enjoy complimentary wine and beer with lunch and dinner, as well as daily cultural enrichment programs, port talks, and live music in the lounge.

Terms and Conditions

Prices are per person, in Australian dollars and for Australian and New Zealand residents only. They are based on double occupancy and correct at time of printing. Prices include all advertised discounts, and all offers are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. All offers are only valid for new bookings and only on selected departures made between 02 September - 01 December 2025 at 7PM (AEDT) unless sold out prior.
A partially refundable deposit of AU$1,000 per person (in the form of a future cruise voucher less an AU$100 cancellation fee) is required to secure a confirmed reservation within 3 days of booking otherwise reservation may automatically cancel. Once deposit payment has been made, standard cancellation penalties apply. When booking airfares through Viking (including when taking advantage of a special offer that includes air travel), standard airline cancellation fees also apply. Displayed prices indicate the lowest available pricing across all available sailings from 2025 to 2028 and may have different offers applicable from those advertised for the promoted sailing years. Pricing for each itinerary can vary at short notice as availability changes and sailings close for the current season.
Complete terms and conditions may be found in the Passenger Ticket Contract.Fly Free Economy Flights up to the value of AU$2,500pp when booking flights with Viking. Fly Free is economy flight(s) for both guests up to the value of AU$2,500 per person (pp) to/from Australia/New Zealand.
If the flight cost exceeds AU$2,500pp the guest will cover the difference.
If flights are cheaper than AU$2,500pp the unused portion of the air funds will be waived and cannot be transferred towards any other portion of the booking or any other person. A guest can use the AU$2,500pp to instead upgrade to business class or premium economy (booked through Viking) with AU$2,500pp off the buisness/premium economy airfare and the difference to be covered by the guest. Upgrade flight cost difference is to be paid at the time of flight booking. Any flight cost difference is to be paid at the time of flight booking. Applicable if flights are booked through Viking and must be booked in conjunction with a selected 2026/2027/2028 Viking River cruise. Flights are Viking’s choice of airline for selected major gateways in NZ: AKL/CHC/WLG. Guest must return their air form to Viking within 14 business days of receiving request for flights, otherwise Viking reserve the right to remove the free air promo and apply the respective in lieu of flights discount. Valid on bookings made between 02 September - 01 December 2025 at 7PM (AEDT). Guest may not request to change to flights included promotion post campaign end date of 01 December 2025.
Viking will reach out to you or your travel advisor once flights are in the date range, at this point you may nominate your preferred departure/arrival dates. Both guests must be on the same airline booking (PNR) and fly together in both directions. Solo guests for River can use up to AU$5,000 towards their flights. Any unused portion of the air funds will be waived and cannot be transferred towards any other portion of the booking or any other person or booking. Please use code FFR25 to activate the Fly Free offer when booking online or via the Contact Centre.
If no code is selected when booking via online, the Fly Free offer will be applied. Save AU$2,500pp and book flights independently. Guests are eligible to get a discount of AU$2,500 per person (pp) off the cruise fare at the time of booking in lieu of the Free Economy Class flights.
Solo guests for River are eligible to get a discount of AU$5,000 per booking off the cruise fare in lieu of the free flights.
Guests book their own flights independently of Viking.
Valid on bookings made between 02 September - 01 December 2025 at 7PM (AEDT).Guest may not request to change to flights included promotion post campaign end date of 01 December 2025.
Please use code CRD25 to activate the In Lieu of Flights offer when booking online or via the Contact Centre.If no code is selected when booking via online, the Fly Free offer will be applied.
CRUISE ONLY OFFER - SAVE UP TO 30% on selected Viking 2025 River Voyages

Applies to any new booking made between 02 September - 01 December 2025 at 7PM AEDT on a 2025 Viking River voyage. Professional service fees may apply.