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Rhine & Viking Shores & Fjords

Combine scenic river cruising through the Rhineland with a spirit of adventure sailing across the North Sea to Denmark and Norway. Witness the dramatic Scandinavian landscapes and historic towns and villages with their Viking heritage.

This cruise is the ultimate blend of culture and time on the water, with river vistas, pretty Dutch canals, ocean views, and striking Fjord landscapes. Visit city landmarks in Basel, Cologne, and Amsterdam, plus historic towns and quaint rural villages.

Cruise the Rhine in understated luxury aboard an iconic Viking Longship before transferring to a Viking Ocean Ship. Our fleet of classic small ships offers elegant and contemporary Scandinavian interiors and access ports unavailable to larger vessels.

  • Cruise Line: Viking River Cruises
  • Ship: Viking Longship/Ocean Ship
  • Duration: 14 Nights
  • Departure: Jun & Aug 2025
£6,285pp
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Rhine & Viking Shores & Fjords Cruise Itinerary

Discover the pastoral landscapes of the Rhineland and visit iconic cities and charming towns travelling from Switzerland to Amsterdam on this luxury 14-night cruise. In The Netherlands, transfer to one of our stunning fleet of ocean small ships and sail to Denmark and Norway. Enjoy luxurious and spacious accommodation with five-star facilities and award-winning dining on the river and the sea.

Day 1

Basel, Switzerland

Embark your luxury river ship moored on the Rhine in beautiful Basel, where Switzerland, Germany, and France converge. Basel has a charming and picturesque Old Town and regularly appears on the ‘The Times Best City Breaks in Europe’ list.

Day 2

Breisach, Germany

Located across the river from French Alsace and a gateway to the Black Forest region, Breisach is home to Europe’s largest wine cellars. Stroll the historic streets and visit the most prominent landmark, the Romanesque-Gothic St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

Day 3

Strasbourg, France

The centre of France’s Alsace region, Strasbourg, has a fascinating Old Town criss-crossed with canals and cobblestone streets with timber houses. Guests also have the option of a tour along the Alsatian Wine Route and a visit to a winery with tasting.

Day 4

Speyer & Rüdesheim, Germany

Explore historic Speyer with its magnificent Romanesque imperial cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Afterwards, head to medieval Rüdesheim, famous for its wine making and 9th-century Brömserburg Castle, the oldest on the Rhine.

Day 5

Koblenz, Germany

Sail the Middle Rhine and the spectacular Rhine Gorge, a cruise highlight, before arriving in Koblenz, a traditional German city. Stroll around the Old Town or visit the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, a citadel with a fascinating history and fabulous views.

Day 6

Cologne, Germany

Cologne has Roman origins and plenty of ruins throughout the city. It is perhaps most famous for its striking 14th-century cathedral with its iconic twin towers, a survivor of World War II. Make it to the top for spectacular views.

Day 7

Kinderdijk, The Netherlands

Watch the landscapes change from Rhineland scenery to the classic flat vistas of windmills and flower fields in The Netherlands. Kinderdijk is famous for its beautifully preserved 19th-century windmills. Tour a working mill occupied by local families.

Day 8

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Disembark your river cruiser and discover Amsterdam on board one of its famous glass-topped canal boats and explore the patchwork of waterways, islands, and bridges with a local guide. Afterwards, visit a historic diamond-cutting factory.

Day 9

The North Sea

This is the first day on board your luxury ocean cruise ship. Make the most of the on board facilities such as the Fitness Centre, or take a bracing walk around the Promenade and enjoy the sea views.

Day 10

Skagen, Denmark

Enjoy a panoramic excursion around Skagen, a charming and historic seaside village with a quaint harbour, long sandy beaches, and picturesque moorland. See Hulsig Heath, one of the largest sand dunes in Europe.

Day 11

Oslo, Norway

Discover Norway’s capital with its rich history and spectacular views. A guided excursion includes the medieval Akershus Fortress, the Royal Palace, and the National Theatre. There is also a tour of Vigeland Park, famous for its sculptures.

Day 12

Kristiansand, Norway

Enjoy a leisurely walking tour around Kristiansand, a charming small town with a Viking heritage. The Old Town features classic wooden houses, a 17th-century fortress built by King Christian IV in 1672, and a magnificent neo-Gothic cathedral.

Day 13

Stavanger, Norway

Stavanger on the southwest coast has a beautifully preserved Old Town with cobblestone streets and wooden buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries, some of the best preserved in Northern Europe. Visit the Norwegian Petroleum Museum.

Day 14

Flåm, Norway

The charming village of Flåm is renowned for its scenic location, surrounded by mountains, glacial lakes, and glorious waterfalls. Board the Flåm Railway for one of Europe’s most spectacular train rides with stops at Kjosfossen and Vatnahalsen.

Day 15

Bergen, Norway

Bergen is home to a row of timbered Hanseatic warehouses lining its quaint quayside, a UNESCO World Heritage site. After breakfast, disembark your ship and browse the artisan workshops before starting your journey back to the UK.

Day 1

Bergen, Norway

Embark your luxury river ship moored on the Rhine in beautiful Bergen. Bergen is home to a row of timbered Hanseatic warehouses lining its quaint quayside, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Day 2

Flåm, Norway

The charming village of Flåm is renowned for its scenic location, surrounded by mountains, glacial lakes, and glorious waterfalls. Board the Flåm Railway for one of Europe’s most spectacular train rides with stops at Kjosfossen and Vatnahalsen.

Day 3

Stavanger, Norway

Stavanger on the southwest coast has a beautifully preserved Old Town with cobblestone streets and wooden buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries, some of the best preserved in Northern Europe. Visit the Norwegian Petroleum Museum.

Day 4

Kristiansand, Norway

Enjoy a leisurely walking tour around Kristiansand, a charming small town with a Viking heritage. The Old Town features classic wooden houses, a 17th-century fortress built by King Christian IV in 1672, and a magnificent neo-Gothic cathedral.

Day 5

Oslo, Norway

Discover Norway’s capital with its rich history and spectacular views. A guided excursion includes the medieval Akershus Fortress, the Royal Palace, and the National Theatre. There is also a tour of Vigeland Park, famous for its sculptures.

Day 6

Skagen, Denmark

Enjoy a panoramic excursion around Skagen, a charming and historic seaside village with a quaint harbour, long sandy beaches, and picturesque moorland. See Hulsig Heath, one of the largest sand dunes in Europe.

Day 7

The North Sea

This is the first day on board your luxury ocean cruise ship. Make the most of the on board facilities such as the Fitness Centre, or take a bracing walk around the Promenade and enjoy the sea views.

Day 8

Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Disembark your river cruiser and discover Amsterdam on board one of its famous glass-topped canal boats and explore the patchwork of waterways, islands, and bridges with a local guide. Afterwards, visit a historic diamond-cutting factory.

Day 9

Kinderdijk, The Netherlands

Watch the landscapes change from Rhineland scenery to the classic flat vistas of windmills and flower fields in The Netherlands. Kinderdijk is famous for its beautifully preserved 19th-century windmills. Tour a working mill occupied by local families.

Day 10

Cologne, Germany

Cologne has Roman origins and plenty of ruins throughout the city. It is perhaps most famous for its striking 14th-century cathedral with its iconic twin towers, a survivor of World War II. Make it to the top for spectacular views.

Day 11

Koblenz, Germany

Sail the Middle Rhine and the spectacular Rhine Gorge, a cruise highlight, before arriving in Koblenz, a traditional German city. Stroll around the Old Town or visit the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, a citadel with a fascinating history and fabulous views.

Day 12

Speyer & Rüdesheim, Germany

Explore historic Speyer with its magnificent Romanesque imperial cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Afterwards, head to medieval Rüdesheim, famous for its wine making and 9th-century Brömserburg Castle, the oldest on the Rhine.

Day 13

Strasbourg, France

The centre of France’s Alsace region, Strasbourg, has a fascinating Old Town criss-crossed with canals and cobblestone streets with timber houses. Guests also have the option of a tour along the Alsatian Wine Route and a visit to a winery with tasting.

Day 14

Breisach, Germany

Located across the river from French Alsace and a gateway to the Black Forest region, Breisach is home to Europe’s largest wine cellars. Stroll the historic streets and visit the most prominent landmark, the Romanesque-Gothic St. Stephen’s Cathedral.

Day 15

Basel, Switzerland

After breakfast, disembark your ship start your journey back to the UK.

Rhine & Viking Shores & Fjords Cruise Ships

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Explore the Beauty of the Rhineland and Discover the Drama of the Scandinavian Fjords with Crui.se

14 Nights
Jun & Aug 2025

Rhine & Viking Shores & Fjords

  • Basel (EMBARK)
  • Breisach
  • Strasbourg
  • Speyer / Rüdesheim
  • Koblenz
  • Cologne
  • Kinderdijk
  • Amsterdam
  • The North Sea
  • Skagen
  • Oslo
  • Kristiansand
  • Stavanger
  • Flåm
  • Bergen (DISEMBARK)
£6,285pp Est. Price per person
  • Viking Longship/Ocean Ship  

Rhine & Viking Shores & Fjords FAQ

Find answers to some of the most common questions about river cruising here.

What is the youngest age of passenger permitted on a Viking River Cruise?

All our guests must be at least 18 years old on or before their cruise start date.

Can I see a deck plan of my Viking Longship or Ocean Ship?

Virtual 360-degree tours of Viking Longships and Ocean Ships are available on our website, plus detailed deck plans and technical specifications.

Is there internet access on board the ships?

All our ships provide free Wi-Fi for guests. Sometimes, terrain or weather conditions can disrupt the service or speeds, but these interruptions are usually only temporary. Passengers can use guest computers on board the ship, or you can bring your own laptop or tablet. Our experienced staff can help you with your device settings once you are on board.

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