9-night Christmas Along the Elbe Cruise/Land Package

December 1, 2024

Viking: Viking Beyla

Berlin/Prague

Vacation Offer ID 1474591

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Overview

Ship Info

Activities & Services

Staterooms

Deckplans

Cruise Inclusions

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
Unlimited free Wi-Fi
Visits to UNESCO Sites
Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
Cultural Curriculum
Meals including regional specialties
Most alfresco dining on the rivers
Welcome Cocktails & Farewell Dinner
Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
Walking track & sports deck
Curated library
24-hour guest services
All port taxes & fees
Airport transfers on embarkation/disembarkation day with Viking Air purchase
Viking Service Guarantee

YOUR STATEROOM INCLUDES:

River-view stateroom Hotel-style bed with optional twin-bed configuration; luxury linens & pillows
40" flat-screen LCD TV with complimentary Movies On Demand
110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
Refrigerator; security safe; hair dryer
Spacious glass-enclosed shower
Heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror
Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping

Available Add-Ons

Optional air add-ons are available from Viking River Cruises' designated gateway cities in the U.S. and Canada, and include all government fees and taxes.
Pre- or Post- cruise hotel stay
Optional shore excursions

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Berlin Berlin 12/01/2024 Arrive at the airport, then transfer to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy free time to get acquainted with the city or join our "Welcome Walk" to stretch your legs and get oriented. This evening, admire Berlin's grand sights illuminated after dark., Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Berlin: Historic Berlin - 12 Hours Explore Berlin’s eclectic mix of celebrated architecture, gritty history and edgy culture. Upon arrival at Warnemünde Port you are met by your driver and privately transferred to Berlin centre, where you receive a warm welcome from your guide. Highlights of your absorbing tour include the impressive Reichstag, complete with its stunning Norman Foster dome and the new home of the German Parliament. Lunch can be arranged for you in the spectacular setting of its roof terrace restaurant. This afternoon’s touring includes the Brandenburg Gate, together with the spectacularly redeveloped Potsdamer Platz and nearby Checkpoint Charlie, the famous crossing point between East and West Berlin. Time permitting also visit the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, whose ruin stands as a dramatic reminder of World War II. After your visit you are privately transferred back to your ship in Warnemünde. Highlights:* See some of Berlin's most impressive sights including the Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate Tour Duration: 12 Hours Tour Can Operate: Morning Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 5 hours in Berlin Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Exclusions: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities Explore the Cultural Capital with focus on art (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience the past, present and future of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials Excursion to be tailored to your interests, be it classical or contemporary art Meet your Berlin expert and upon arrival in town and start with important cultural sites such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, and Forum Fredericianum Explore cultural highlights such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Museum Island for museum visits of your choice such as: PERGAMON MUSEUM which houses one of the greatest historic works of architecture the Pergamon Altar or the NEUES MUSEUM with Berlin’s Egyptian and papyrus collection, artifacts of Pre- and Early History and other antiquities. Must see: The Bust of Queen Nefertiti Explore the ScheunenviertEl, Berlin's oldest and best preserved historic neighbourhoods, bustling with commercial galleries, boutiques and Berlin designer stores as well as site specific art hidden in courtyards Optional further visit to other museum collections of interest such as the Jewish Museum, Hamburger Bahnhof- Museum of Contemporary Art, or other Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Privately led tour by art expert Transportation by luxury car All taxes Not Included: Meals Admissions and museum licensing fees (can be prepaid) Tipping at your discretion Berlin visit with focus on Jewish heritage (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience the past and present of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials Meet your Jewish Berlin expert upon arrival in town and start with a visit at the memorial of the ‘Murdered Jews of Europe’ a field of stelae located next to Brandenburg Gate Tour the Baroque city centre of Berlin with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia Walk through the Forum Fredericianum – site of the infamous book burning during the Nazi regime Stroll the ‘Scheunenviertel’, the former Jewish quarter with its narrow alleys, hidden courtyards and the famous ‘Neue Synagoge’ Visit memorials and site specific art dedicated to Jewish heritage See the former Jewish Nursing home turned into a collection point for deportation of Berlin´s Jews See the Reichstag and the ‘Topography of Terror’ located close to remains of the Wall Private guided tour of the Jewish Museum, in the award winning architecture designed by Daniel Libeskind En route back to the port visit the memorial, ‘Track 17’, a deportation ramp at the former Grunewald train station Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Privately led tour by Jewish expert Transportation by luxury car All taxes Not Included: Meals Admissions and museum licensing fees (can be prepaid) Tipping at your discretion Explore Berlin with focus history and WWII (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience Berlin´s past through its architecture, monuments and memorials Day to be tailored to your interests Experience Berlin´s past through its architecture, monuments and memorials Day to be tailored to your interests Tour the Baroque city center with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia Explore Pariser Platz, site of the world-renowned Berlin landmark, the Brandenburg Gate Visit important cultural sites such as Museum Island, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, Forum Fredericianum, and the Reichstag See the ‘Topography of Terror’ former site of the Nazi headquarters Stop at the memorial, ‘Track 17’, a former deportation ramp at the Grunewald train station Experience Bernauer Strasse memorial located on the former death strip and see remains of the Wall at East Side Gallery Stroll through the Scheunenviertel, the former Jewish Quarter now filled with memorials and site specific art hidden in courtyards Walk through the ‘Memorial of the Murdered Jews of Europe’ See Tempelhof Airport, heart of the Berlin airlift during the Cold War blockade Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Transportation by luxury car Touring with one of our excellent driver-guides All taxes Not Included: Meals Optional admissions and museum licensing fees Tipping at your discretion Highlights of Germany’s Capital City (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience the past, present and future of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials Excursion to be tailored to your interests Tour the Baroque city centre of Berlin with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia Visit important cultural sites such as Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, Forum Fredericianum Explore recent architectural developments since the Fall of the Wall, such as Potsdamer Platz and the new Government Quarter with the refurbished Reichsstag building Witness Cold War sites such as remains of the Berlin wall, East Side Gallery, the former no-mans land, Checkpoint Charlie Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Transportation by luxury car Touring with one of our excellent driver-guides All taxes Not Included: Meals Optional admissions and museum licensing fees Tipping at your discretion	12/01/2024	12/01/2024
Berlin Berlin 12/02/2024 After breakfast, enjoy a panoramic tour of the vibrant German capital and browse the stalls of the city's famed Christmas market as you breathe in the scent of grilled sausages and spiced pastries. After lunch, spend time exploring Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or join an optional tour to savor the flavors of Berlin. This evening, perhaps immerse yourself in German culture during a visit to one of its famed breweries. (B), Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Berlin: Historic Berlin - 12 Hours Explore Berlin’s eclectic mix of celebrated architecture, gritty history and edgy culture. Upon arrival at Warnemünde Port you are met by your driver and privately transferred to Berlin centre, where you receive a warm welcome from your guide. Highlights of your absorbing tour include the impressive Reichstag, complete with its stunning Norman Foster dome and the new home of the German Parliament. Lunch can be arranged for you in the spectacular setting of its roof terrace restaurant. This afternoon’s touring includes the Brandenburg Gate, together with the spectacularly redeveloped Potsdamer Platz and nearby Checkpoint Charlie, the famous crossing point between East and West Berlin. Time permitting also visit the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, whose ruin stands as a dramatic reminder of World War II. After your visit you are privately transferred back to your ship in Warnemünde. Highlights:* See some of Berlin's most impressive sights including the Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate Tour Duration: 12 Hours Tour Can Operate: Morning Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 5 hours in Berlin Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Exclusions: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities Explore the Cultural Capital with focus on art (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience the past, present and future of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials Excursion to be tailored to your interests, be it classical or contemporary art Meet your Berlin expert and upon arrival in town and start with important cultural sites such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, and Forum Fredericianum Explore cultural highlights such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Museum Island for museum visits of your choice such as: PERGAMON MUSEUM which houses one of the greatest historic works of architecture the Pergamon Altar or the NEUES MUSEUM with Berlin’s Egyptian and papyrus collection, artifacts of Pre- and Early History and other antiquities. Must see: The Bust of Queen Nefertiti Explore the ScheunenviertEl, Berlin's oldest and best preserved historic neighbourhoods, bustling with commercial galleries, boutiques and Berlin designer stores as well as site specific art hidden in courtyards Optional further visit to other museum collections of interest such as the Jewish Museum, Hamburger Bahnhof- Museum of Contemporary Art, or other Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Privately led tour by art expert Transportation by luxury car All taxes Not Included: Meals Admissions and museum licensing fees (can be prepaid) Tipping at your discretion Berlin visit with focus on Jewish heritage (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience the past and present of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials Meet your Jewish Berlin expert upon arrival in town and start with a visit at the memorial of the ‘Murdered Jews of Europe’ a field of stelae located next to Brandenburg Gate Tour the Baroque city centre of Berlin with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia Walk through the Forum Fredericianum – site of the infamous book burning during the Nazi regime Stroll the ‘Scheunenviertel’, the former Jewish quarter with its narrow alleys, hidden courtyards and the famous ‘Neue Synagoge’ Visit memorials and site specific art dedicated to Jewish heritage See the former Jewish Nursing home turned into a collection point for deportation of Berlin´s Jews See the Reichstag and the ‘Topography of Terror’ located close to remains of the Wall Private guided tour of the Jewish Museum, in the award winning architecture designed by Daniel Libeskind En route back to the port visit the memorial, ‘Track 17’, a deportation ramp at the former Grunewald train station Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Privately led tour by Jewish expert Transportation by luxury car All taxes Not Included: Meals Admissions and museum licensing fees (can be prepaid) Tipping at your discretion Explore Berlin with focus history and WWII (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience Berlin´s past through its architecture, monuments and memorials Day to be tailored to your interests Experience Berlin´s past through its architecture, monuments and memorials Day to be tailored to your interests Tour the Baroque city center with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia Explore Pariser Platz, site of the world-renowned Berlin landmark, the Brandenburg Gate Visit important cultural sites such as Museum Island, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, Forum Fredericianum, and the Reichstag See the ‘Topography of Terror’ former site of the Nazi headquarters Stop at the memorial, ‘Track 17’, a former deportation ramp at the Grunewald train station Experience Bernauer Strasse memorial located on the former death strip and see remains of the Wall at East Side Gallery Stroll through the Scheunenviertel, the former Jewish Quarter now filled with memorials and site specific art hidden in courtyards Walk through the ‘Memorial of the Murdered Jews of Europe’ See Tempelhof Airport, heart of the Berlin airlift during the Cold War blockade Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Transportation by luxury car Touring with one of our excellent driver-guides All taxes Not Included: Meals Optional admissions and museum licensing fees Tipping at your discretion Highlights of Germany’s Capital City (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience the past, present and future of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials Excursion to be tailored to your interests Tour the Baroque city centre of Berlin with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia Visit important cultural sites such as Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, Forum Fredericianum Explore recent architectural developments since the Fall of the Wall, such as Potsdamer Platz and the new Government Quarter with the refurbished Reichsstag building Witness Cold War sites such as remains of the Berlin wall, East Side Gallery, the former no-mans land, Checkpoint Charlie Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Transportation by luxury car Touring with one of our excellent driver-guides All taxes Not Included: Meals Optional admissions and museum licensing fees Tipping at your discretion	12/02/2024	12/02/2024
Berlin Berlin 12/03/2024 After breakfast, travel to Potsdam. Tour Sanssouci Palace, a perfect example of German Rococo architecture constructed by Prussian king Frederick the Great during the 18th century. Built as a summer retreat, it became his personal sanctuary and place to relax in the company of his beloved dogs. Wander through the rooms of the elegant palace and stroll through the magnificent gardens. Enjoy free time and lunch on your own, then transfer to Wittenberg to board your ship. (B, D), Optional Private Excursions Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience! Berlin: Historic Berlin - 12 Hours Explore Berlin’s eclectic mix of celebrated architecture, gritty history and edgy culture. Upon arrival at Warnemünde Port you are met by your driver and privately transferred to Berlin centre, where you receive a warm welcome from your guide. Highlights of your absorbing tour include the impressive Reichstag, complete with its stunning Norman Foster dome and the new home of the German Parliament. Lunch can be arranged for you in the spectacular setting of its roof terrace restaurant. This afternoon’s touring includes the Brandenburg Gate, together with the spectacularly redeveloped Potsdamer Platz and nearby Checkpoint Charlie, the famous crossing point between East and West Berlin. Time permitting also visit the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, whose ruin stands as a dramatic reminder of World War II. After your visit you are privately transferred back to your ship in Warnemünde. Highlights:* See some of Berlin's most impressive sights including the Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate Tour Duration: 12 Hours Tour Can Operate: Morning Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transport by luxury car or minivan An expert local guide for 5 hours in Berlin Entrance fees to all sights and museums All taxes Exclusions: All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs Gratuities Explore the Cultural Capital with focus on art (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience the past, present and future of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials Excursion to be tailored to your interests, be it classical or contemporary art Meet your Berlin expert and upon arrival in town and start with important cultural sites such as the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, and Forum Fredericianum Explore cultural highlights such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Museum Island for museum visits of your choice such as: PERGAMON MUSEUM which houses one of the greatest historic works of architecture the Pergamon Altar or the NEUES MUSEUM with Berlin’s Egyptian and papyrus collection, artifacts of Pre- and Early History and other antiquities. Must see: The Bust of Queen Nefertiti Explore the ScheunenviertEl, Berlin's oldest and best preserved historic neighbourhoods, bustling with commercial galleries, boutiques and Berlin designer stores as well as site specific art hidden in courtyards Optional further visit to other museum collections of interest such as the Jewish Museum, Hamburger Bahnhof- Museum of Contemporary Art, or other Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Privately led tour by art expert Transportation by luxury car All taxes Not Included: Meals Admissions and museum licensing fees (can be prepaid) Tipping at your discretion Berlin visit with focus on Jewish heritage (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience the past and present of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials Meet your Jewish Berlin expert upon arrival in town and start with a visit at the memorial of the ‘Murdered Jews of Europe’ a field of stelae located next to Brandenburg Gate Tour the Baroque city centre of Berlin with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia Walk through the Forum Fredericianum – site of the infamous book burning during the Nazi regime Stroll the ‘Scheunenviertel’, the former Jewish quarter with its narrow alleys, hidden courtyards and the famous ‘Neue Synagoge’ Visit memorials and site specific art dedicated to Jewish heritage See the former Jewish Nursing home turned into a collection point for deportation of Berlin´s Jews See the Reichstag and the ‘Topography of Terror’ located close to remains of the Wall Private guided tour of the Jewish Museum, in the award winning architecture designed by Daniel Libeskind En route back to the port visit the memorial, ‘Track 17’, a deportation ramp at the former Grunewald train station Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Privately led tour by Jewish expert Transportation by luxury car All taxes Not Included: Meals Admissions and museum licensing fees (can be prepaid) Tipping at your discretion Explore Berlin with focus history and WWII (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience Berlin´s past through its architecture, monuments and memorials Day to be tailored to your interests Experience Berlin´s past through its architecture, monuments and memorials Day to be tailored to your interests Tour the Baroque city center with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia Explore Pariser Platz, site of the world-renowned Berlin landmark, the Brandenburg Gate Visit important cultural sites such as Museum Island, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, Forum Fredericianum, and the Reichstag See the ‘Topography of Terror’ former site of the Nazi headquarters Stop at the memorial, ‘Track 17’, a former deportation ramp at the Grunewald train station Experience Bernauer Strasse memorial located on the former death strip and see remains of the Wall at East Side Gallery Stroll through the Scheunenviertel, the former Jewish Quarter now filled with memorials and site specific art hidden in courtyards Walk through the ‘Memorial of the Murdered Jews of Europe’ See Tempelhof Airport, heart of the Berlin airlift during the Cold War blockade Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Transportation by luxury car Touring with one of our excellent driver-guides All taxes Not Included: Meals Optional admissions and museum licensing fees Tipping at your discretion Highlights of Germany’s Capital City (Full day excursion) Highlights: Experience the past, present and future of Berlin through its architecture, monuments and memorials Excursion to be tailored to your interests Tour the Baroque city centre of Berlin with its grand squares and boulevards built in the 17th and 18th century under the Hohenzollern Kings of Prussia Visit important cultural sites such as Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island, the Berlin Dome, Unter den Linden, Forum Fredericianum Explore recent architectural developments since the Fall of the Wall, such as Potsdamer Platz and the new Government Quarter with the refurbished Reichsstag building Witness Cold War sites such as remains of the Berlin wall, East Side Gallery, the former no-mans land, Checkpoint Charlie Tour Duration: 10 hours Tour can operate: Full day Wheelchair Accessible: Yes Physical Activity Level: Light Inclusions: Private transfer from/to the dock or take the cruise group transfer into town Transportation by luxury car Touring with one of our excellent driver-guides All taxes Not Included: Meals Optional admissions and museum licensing fees Tipping at your discretion	12/03/2024	12/03/2024
Potsdam Potsdam 12/03/2024 After breakfast, travel to Potsdam. Tour Sanssouci Palace, a perfect example of German Rococo architecture constructed by Prussian king Frederick the Great during the 18th century. Built as a summer retreat, it became his personal sanctuary and place to relax in the company of his beloved dogs. Wander through the rooms of the elegant palace and stroll through the magnificent gardens. Enjoy free time and lunch on your own, then transfer to Wittenberg to board your ship. (B, D),	12/03/2024	12/03/2024
Cruise Starts (Embarkation) Cruise Starts (Embarkation) 12/03/2024 After breakfast, travel to Potsdam. Tour Sanssouci Palace, a perfect example of German Rococo architecture constructed by Prussian king Frederick the Great during the 18th century. Built as a summer retreat, it became his personal sanctuary and place to relax in the company of his beloved dogs. Wander through the rooms of the elegant palace and stroll through the magnificent gardens. Enjoy free time and lunch on your own, then transfer to Wittenberg to board your ship. (B, D),	12/03/2024	12/03/2024
Wittenberg Wittenberg 12/03/2024 After breakfast, travel to Potsdam. Tour Sanssouci Palace, a perfect example of German Rococo architecture constructed by Prussian king Frederick the Great during the 18th century. Built as a summer retreat, it became his personal sanctuary and place to relax in the company of his beloved dogs. Wander through the rooms of the elegant palace and stroll through the magnificent gardens. Enjoy free time and lunch on your own, then transfer to Wittenberg to board your ship. (B, D),	12/03/2024	12/03/2024
Wittenberg Wittenberg 12/04/2024 This morning, enjoy scenic sailing along the Elbe, then disembark and follow in Martin Luther's footsteps to view many of Wittenberg's historic landmarks during a walking tour. Enjoy free time to explore the small wooden huts of the Christmas market and shop for handmade seasonal gifts. Around dinnertime, you will arrive in Torgau. (B,L,D),	12/04/2024	12/04/2024
Meissen Meissen 12/05/2024 During your cruise this morning, celebrate a festive tradition at a gingerbread decorating class onboard, arriving in Meissen just after lunchtime. Then stop in at the Meissen ware factory, producer of fine porcelain since the early 1700s. Discover how this trademarked porcelain is created by hand, then tour the museum. Stroll around the Christmas market and take in its festive yuletide aromas. Return onboard for dinner; your ship remains docked overnight. (B,L,D),	12/05/2024	12/05/2024
Dresden Dresden 12/06/2024 After breakfast, disembark in Dresden, nicknamed "Florence on the Elbe". Drive through the 19th-century residential area to the Dresden Castle complex; enter the Green Vault to see a comprehensive collection housing what many claim is the world's largest collection of treasures. Continue on foot to see Zwinger Palace, Semper Opera House, and Frauenkirche (Cathedral of Our Lady) with its distinctive bell-shaped dome. Visit the Striezelmarkt, one of Germany's oldest recorded Christmas markets whose stalls have celebrated festive traditions since 1434. You may also join an optional tour and step inside a Dresden bakery to sample stollen, a delicious spiced fruit bread and celebrated Christmas delicacy. Or perhaps soak up the festive atmosphere in Bautzen, a medieval gem. Dinner is served onboard your ship; afterward, feel free to enjoy Dresden's many charms and attractions as we remain docked until early morning. (B,L,D); Please note: If you are in Dresden on a Tuesday, the Green Vault is closed; instead, enjoy a visit to the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister (Old Masters Picture Gallery) to view some of the world's great masterpieces, including works by Raphael, Vermeer, Rubens, and Rembrandt.,	12/06/2024	12/06/2024
Bad Schandau Bad Schandau 12/07/2024 This morning, cruise through the magnificent, soaring rock formations of the Saxon Switzerland region and partake in a festive cookie demonstration. Dock at the spa town of Bad Schandau and set out on an included tour to the famous rock tower known as the Bastei (bastion), formed by water a million years ago, to enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Elbe. Return onboard for dinner and evening cruising. (B,L,D),	12/07/2024	12/07/2024
Prague Prague 12/08/2024 After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Prague. Upon arrival, tour Prague, the "City of a Hundred Spires", and shop at the colorful winter market for handcrafted gifts and traditional fare. After a guided walk through the city's Old Town, take some free time to explore at your leisure. Return to the hotel for check-in and dinner on your own. (B),	12/08/2024	12/08/2024
Prague Prague 12/09/2024 Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this celebrated city or join an optional tour; perhaps head out for an all-day visit to Prague Castle and Lobkowicz Palace. Or, immerse yourself in Prague's food scene during a culinary experience. You may enjoy more of Czech culture this evening during a folklore dinner or attend a classical music concert. (B),	12/09/2024	12/09/2024
Prague Prague 12/10/2024 After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to the airport for your return flight. Or, extend your journey with two additional nights in Prague and discover more of this celebrated city. (B),	12/10/2024	12/10/2024

Beyla - Farm Servant to Norse God Freyr. Beyla is a servant to Freyr, Norse god of virility. She looks after his realm with her husband Byggvir. Because of her association with Freyr’s farm, Beyla personifies agriculture and the seeds from which crops grow. Byggvir shares the root of his name with Bygg, the Old Norse word for barley. True to this origin, he is a mill grinder and bread maker. Beyla’s name may be tied to cows, beans or bees. Together, they represent the enduring spirit of Scandinavia’s bounty, an ideal pair to serve a virile god.

Ship Statistics

Built Year: 2015
Ship Length: 361 ft (110 m)
Passenger Capacity: 98
Number of Crew: 28
Dining / Restaurants: 2

Bars / Lounges: 2
Number of Staterooms: 49
Number of Suites: 2
Internet: Yes
Laundry: Yes

Dining

Bars & Lounges

Onboard Activities

Shipboard Policies

Pregnancy Policy
Viking reserves the right not to accept passengers who are in an advanced state of pregnancy either upon commencement of or at any time during the river or ocean cruise.
Smoking Policy
All Viking ship interiors, staterooms, and verandas are non-smoking. Each ship has an outdoor smoking area, generally on the sun deck.
Special Dietary Needs - Advance Notice Required
Viking will make every effort to accommodate special dietary needs. Every meal has vegetarian options on the menu, and chefs are able to prepare low-salt or gluten-free cuisine. Guests requiring special diets, such as diabetic or low-cholesterol meals, must alert Viking Cruises one month prior to departure and inform the Maitre d’ when on board, and the chefs will make make reasonable efforts to fulfill these requests.
Wheelchair Access & Special Needs
Guests must report any disability requiring special attention while on their Viking Cruises itinerary to Viking at the time the reservation is made. All vessels and motorcoaches are equipped to European standards. Most transportation services, including the vessels and motorcoaches, are not equipped with elevators or wheelchair ramps. Viking will make reasonable attempts to accommodate the special needs of disabled travelers, but is not responsible in the event it is unable to do so nor is it responsible for any denial of services by vessel operators, air carriers, hotels, restaurants, or other independent suppliers. Viking cannot provide individual assistance to a vacation participant for walking, dining, getting on and off vessels, motorcoaches and other vehicles, or other personal needs. A qualified and physically able companion must accompany travelers who need such assistance and must assume full responsibility for their well being. The guest assumes the full risk of use and of any prohibitions imposed by vendors. Motorized scooters are not typically suitable on international cruises and cannot be accommodated.
Guests who have any medical, physical, or other special needs should contact Viking River Cruises directly at 1-877-668-4546 (1-877-66VIKING) with additional questions, and to obtain a copy of Viking's Policy Statement.

Stateroom Amenities

Bath Amenities/Toiletries
Bath Robes
Complimentary Bottled Water (and/or Other Beverages)
Direct Dial Phone
Hair Dryer
In-Stateroom Movies
Minibar and/or Refrigerator
Private Safe
Slippers
Television / Radio

Entertainment

Internet Access
For guests' convenience, all Viking ships have Internet access, as follows:
- Ships in Europe, Russia and Ukraine - There is free Wi-Fi available, so you can bring your laptop and get online at any time. Alternatively, each ship has a few computers for guest use; there are desktop machines in Russia and laptops in Europe that guests may use free of charge. Guests who bring laptops to Russia may wish to bring a LAN cable for use in their stateroom; this may work a bit better than the wireless LAN in rural areas along the river.
- Ships in China - There is an Internet café with desktop stations for guest use, free of charge. There is no onboard wireless network in China or Southeast Asia, so you will not be able to get Internet service on your personal computer while on the ship, although you may be able to do so during hotel stays.
- Please note - Shipboard service may be unreliable during certain parts of the journey. The Internet connection functions via cellular service or satellite downlink, and there may be times when reception is not possible and/or when the connection is quite slow. For this reason, it is recommended that guests use the internet connection checking and sending email only, and not for downloading large files or watching video online.
Classes and Workshops
Educational/Enrichment Programs
Guest Lecturers
Local Entertainment

Oceanview

Standard Stateroom (E) Call for pricing

Category: E
Main Deck
Square Feet: 140

Window Stateroom. Stateroom size: 140 sq. ft. Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration), Half-height picture window, Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products, Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily, Bathrobe and slippers available upon request, Individual climate control, Space under bed for storing suitcases, Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers, Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”.

Balcony

French Balcony Stateroom (D) Call for pricing

Category: D
Upper Deck
Square Feet: 122

Size: 122 sq.ft. Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration). Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to create a French balcony. Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products. Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily. Bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Individual climate control. Space under bed for storing suitcases. Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers. Voltage: 220V and 115V in stateroom. Sony 26-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, Fox News, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”.

French Balcony Stateroom (C) Call for pricing

Category: C
Upper Deck
Square Feet: 122

Veranda Stateroom (B) Call for pricing

Category: B
Upper Deck
Square Feet: 180

Balcony Stateroom. Stateroom size: 180 sq. ft. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to a full-size veranda. Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration), Half-height picture window, Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products, Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily, Bathrobe and slippers available upon request, Individual climate control, Space under bed for storing suitcases, Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers, Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”.

Veranda Stateroom (A) Call for pricing

Category: A
Upper Deck
Square Feet: 180

Suite

Veranda Suite (AA) Call for pricing

Category: AA
Upper Deck
Square Feet: 250

Balcony Stateroom. Stateroom size: 250 sq. ft. Full-size veranda off the spacious living room. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, known as a French balcony, in the bedroom. Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration), Half-height picture window, Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products, Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily, Bathrobe and slippers available upon request, Individual climate control, Space under bed for storing suitcases, Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers, Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom. Sony 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”.

All fares and offers are for new bookings only, as of , are subject to availability, may not be combinable with other offers except Viking Explorer Society Travel Credit and Referral Rewards Credit, are capacity-controlled and may be withdrawn at any time without prior notice.

Cruise fares listed are cruise only in U.S. dollars, per person, based on double occupancy. Cruise fares listed are valid for U.S. and Canadian residents only. Cruise ship fuel surcharge may apply. 2-for-1 fares are based upon published full brochure fares; cruise fares do not include pre-paid charges, optional facilities and service fees, and personal charges, as defined in the terms and conditions of the Passenger Ticket Contract. Full brochure fares may not have resulted in actual sales in all stateroom categories and may not have been in effect during the last 90 days. Promotional fares may remain in effect after the expiration date. Viking reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares, fees and surcharges at any time. Please call for the most up-to-date prices, as pricing and availability may change at any time. The cruise ship fuel surcharge is additional revenue to Viking River Cruises, as are any additional charges relating to currency fluctuation other than for fully paid cruise fares and full fares, which fluctuations are beyond our control. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Complete terms and conditions may be found in the Passenger Ticket Contract.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Upper Deck