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Grand European Tour
Discover Europe like the grandees of yesteryear with this classic Viking River Cruise which visits four countries over fifteen days. Enjoy stunning and ever-changing scenery, history, and heritage with delicious regional cuisine and fine wines.
Explore the capital cities of Budapest, Vienna, and Amsterdam with port stops at Passau, Nuremberg, Koblenz, Cologne, and Kinderdijk. Twelve guided tours showcase famous landmarks with expert guides providing fascinating Danube River Cruise excursions.
Travel on board one of Viking’s fleet of legendary longships where contemporary design meets classic cruising style. Suites and staterooms enjoy private balconies and luxury amenities include a library and al fresco dining terrace.
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Cruise Line: Viking River Cruises -
Ship: Viking Longship Fleet -
Duration: 14 Nights
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Departure: May - Dec
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Grand European Tour Cruise Itinerary
Sail through the heart of Europe on this luxury 14-night cruise, which showcases the very best scenery, history, and culture, not to mention delicious regional cuisine and a selection of fine local wines to accompany each meal. Luxury and comfort are guaranteed aboard one of Viking’s iconic Longships. Enjoy contemporary interiors with a design that maximises the river view and generously-sized suites and staterooms with private balconies.
Day 1
Budapest, Hungary
Embark your luxury river cruiser moored in the heart of Budapest, Hungary’s vibrant and historic capital city, which straddles both banks of the iconic Danube River. One side is home to Buda, historic and traditional, with modern-day Pest on the other.
Day 2
Budapest, Hungary
Explore Budapest’s Old Town, a medieval warren of narrow streets and pretty houses in the Castle District. Buda Castle was built in the 13th century and transformed in the 18th century to its current Baroque glory. Enjoy a thermal spa.
Day 3
Vienna, Austria
Discover Vienna’s legendary classical music history, echoed throughout the many boulevards of stunning architecture, including the Hofburg Palace and Opera House. Admire the Baroque and Gothic-Romanesque buildings in the legendary Ringstrasse.
Day 4
Vienna, Austria
Spend another day exploring the city. Visit the Kunsthistorisches Museum and view the Hapsburg’s collection of fine art. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a coffee and some Sachertorte, included on the UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritages.
Day 5
Wachau Valley & Melk, Austria
Sail the stunning scenery of the Wachau Valley, considered the most beautiful stretch of the Danube. The picturesque scenery is reminiscent of childhood fairytales. Arrive in Melk, with its famous 900-year-old Benedictine Abbey.
Day 6
Passau, Germany
Known as the ‘City of Three Rivers,’ Passau is one of Germany’s oldest cities and sits at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz, and Danube rivers. This strategic location has created a fascinating economic and political history on the German-Austrian border.
Day 7
Regensburg, Germany
This picturesque town escaped significant damage in World War II and is now one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval cities. It is the oldest city on the Danube and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Tour the old town and uncover centuries of history.
Day 8
Nuremberg, Germany
Sail the 16 stair-step locks that make up the Main-Danube Canal before arriving in Nuremberg. Despite intense bombing during World War II, the medieval city walls remain. Visit the Zeppelin Fields, home to the Nazi rallies and the Palace of Justice.
Day 9
Bamberg, Germany
A stroll around Bamberg will reveal pretty, winding streets, an Old Town Hall situated on a bridge over the river, and a stunning 11th-century cathedral. Take time out to try Bamberg’s speciality smoked beer.
Day 10
Würzburg, Germany
You wouldn’t know that Würzburg was heavily damaged during World War II as the city has been completely restored. Visit the magnificent Bishops’ Residenz palace built in 1744, and the Marienberg Fortress, originally a Celtic hill fort.
Day 11
Wertheim, Germany
Explore historic Wertheim, a charming town at the confluence of the Main and Tauber rivers and famous for its wines. The medieval town centre has a spectacular 12th-century castle and Pointed Tower above the quaint half-timbered houses.
Day 12
Koblenz, Germany
Sail the most picturesque stretch of this famous river, the Middle Rhine, and the magnificent Rhine Gorge before arriving in Koblenz, a true picturebook city with cobblestone streets, wooden beamed houses, and medieval churches.
Day 13
Cologne, Germany
Cologne is a kaleidoscope of modern plazas with boutiques, restaurants, and ancient ruins, with a design informed by the city’s Roman heritage. The 14th-century Gothic twin-spired cathedral survived World War II and offers fabulous views.
Day 14
Kinderdijk, The Netherlands
Marvel as the scenery changes to classic Dutch landscapes with windmills and flower fields as you sail via the Rhine Delta to Kinderdijk. Kinderdijk has many preserved UNESCO-listed 18th-century windmills, some of which are museums.
Day 15
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Arrive in Amsterdam, the Dutch capital, a beautifully compact and accessible city criss-crossed with canals and home to more than 1,500 bridges. After breakfast on board the ship, disembark and start your journey back to the UK.
Day 1
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Arrive in Amsterdam, the Dutch capital, a beautifully compact and accessible city criss-crossed with canals and home to more than 1,500 bridges. Embark and start your journey.
Day 2
Kinderdijk, The Netherlands
Marvel as the scenery changes to classic Dutch landscapes with windmills and flower fields as you sail via the Rhine Delta to Kinderdijk. Kinderdijk has many preserved UNESCO-listed 18th-century windmills, some of which are museums.
Day 3
Cologne, Germany
Cologne is a kaleidoscope of modern plazas with boutiques, restaurants, and ancient ruins, with a design informed by the city’s Roman heritage. The 14th-century Gothic twin-spired cathedral survived World War II and offers fabulous views.
Day 4
Koblenz, Germany
Sail the most picturesque stretch of this famous river, the Middle Rhine, and the magnificent Rhine Gorge before arriving in Koblenz, a true picturebook city with cobblestone streets, wooden beamed houses, and medieval churches.
Day 5
Wertheim, Germany
Explore historic Wertheim, a charming town at the confluence of the Main and Tauber rivers and famous for its wines. The medieval town centre has a spectacular 12th-century castle and Pointed Tower above the quaint half-timbered houses.
Day 6
Würzburg, Germany
You wouldn’t know that Würzburg was heavily damaged during World War II as the city has been completely restored. Visit the magnificent Bishops’ Residenz palace built in 1744, and the Marienberg Fortress, originally a Celtic hill fort.
Day 7
Bamberg, Germany
A stroll around Bamberg will reveal pretty, winding streets, an Old Town Hall situated on a bridge over the river, and a stunning 11th-century cathedral. Take time out to try Bamberg’s speciality smoked beer.
Day 8
Nuremberg, Germany
Sail the 16 stair-step locks that make up the Main-Danube Canal before arriving in Nuremberg. Despite intense bombing during World War II, the medieval city walls remain. Visit the Zeppelin Fields, home to the Nazi rallies and the Palace of Justice.
Day 9
Regensburg, Germany
This picturesque town escaped significant damage in World War II and is now one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval cities. It is the oldest city on the Danube and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Tour the old town and uncover centuries of history.
Day 10
Passau, Germany
Known as the ‘City of Three Rivers,’ Passau is one of Germany’s oldest cities and sits at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz, and Danube rivers. This strategic location has created a fascinating economic and political history on the German-Austrian border.
Day 11
Wachau Valley & Melk, Austria
Sail the stunning scenery of the Wachau Valley, considered the most beautiful stretch of the Danube. The picturesque scenery is reminiscent of childhood fairytales. Arrive in Melk, with its famous 900-year-old Benedictine Abbey.
Day 12
Vienna, Austria
Spend another day exploring the city. Visit the Kunsthistorisches Museum and view the Hapsburg’s collection of fine art. Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy a coffee and some Sachertorte, included on the UNESCO list of Intangible Cultural Heritages.
Day 13
Vienna, Austria
Discover Vienna’s legendary classical music history, echoed throughout the many boulevards of stunning architecture, including the Hofburg Palace and Opera House. Admire the Baroque and Gothic-Romanesque buildings in the legendary Ringstrasse.
Day 14
Budapest, Hungary
Explore Budapest’s Old Town, a medieval warren of narrow streets and pretty houses in the Castle District. Buda Castle was built in the 13th century and transformed in the 18th century to its current Baroque glory. Enjoy a thermal spa.
Day 15
Budapest, Hungary
Disembark your luxury river cruiser moored in the heart of Budapest, Hungary’s vibrant and historic capital city, which straddles both banks of the iconic Danube River. One side is home to Buda, historic and traditional, with modern-day Pest on the other.
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Explore Four Countries and Three Iconic European Rivers
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Vienna
Wachau Valley
Nuremberg
Cologne
Amsterdam
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Explore Four Countries and Three Iconic European Rivers with Crui.se
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Departure:
May to
Dec
VISITING: Budapest Vienna Melk & Wachau Valley Passau Regensburg Nuremberg Bamberg Würzburg Wertheim Koblenz Cologne Kinderdijk Amsterdam
AVG PER PERSON*
£
3,995
Viking Departure:
May - Oct (2025)
VISITING: Amsterdam (EMBARK) Kinderdijk / Waal & Merwede (scenic sailing) Cologne Koblenz / Middle Rhine (scenic sailing) Main River (scenic sailing) / Miltenberg Wurzburg Bamberg / Main-Danube Canal (scenic sailing) Nuremberg Regensburg Passau Melk / Wachau Valley (scenic sailing) / Krems Vienna Budapest Kalocsa Osijek Belgrade Golubac / The Iron Gate (scenic sailing) Vidin Ruse Bucharest Bucharest (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON*
£
6,845
Viking Departure:
VISITING: Vienna (EMBARK) Vienna Bratislava / Danube Bend (scenic sailing) Budapest Mohacs Vukovar / Ilok Novi Sad Belgrade Donji Milanovac / The Iron Gate (scenic sailing) Vidin Pleven Constanta Bucharest (DISEMBARK) Bucharest
AVG PER PERSON*
£
4,395
Viking Departure:
May to
Mar
VISITING: Bucharest Bucharest (EMBARK) Ruse Vidin The Iron Gate (SCENIC SAILING) / Golubac Belgrade Osijek Kalocsa Budapest (DISEMBARK) Budapest
AVG PER PERSON*
£
2,995
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Grand European Tour FAQ
Do Viking accept younger passengers on board their cruise ships?
Viking have a minimum travel age of 18, so we don’t accept younger passengers or children on board our ships.
Where can I find information about my Viking Longship?
There are detailed deck plans on the website, plus information about the layout of suites and staterooms and where different rooms are located on the ship. There is a dropdown menu selection with all the Viking vessels. On our website, you can also take a virtual 360-degree tour of your Viking Longship.
Do I need to bring my own computer or device or do you make provision for guests?
All our Viking Longships offer free on-board Wi-Fi. Guests may bring their own tablet or laptop; our cruise staff can help you with the settings when you come on board. Alternatively, we do have guest computers, which are free to use. Internet service and download speeds can vary depending on the location or the weather.
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