Viking

Viking Exploring the world in comfort. Visit us at www.viking.com.

We were founded in 1997 and provide destination-focused journeys on rivers, oceans and lakes around the world. Designed for experienced travellers with interests in science, history, culture and cuisine, our Chairman Torstein Hagen often says we offer experiences for The Thinking Person™. With more than 250 awards to our name, we have been rated at the top of our categories for oceans, rivers and expeditions by both Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveller.

Enjoy the scents of warming spices and hot chocolate as you admire the crafts of local artisans on this 8-day seasonal v...
22/12/2024

Enjoy the scents of warming spices and hot chocolate as you admire the crafts of local artisans on this 8-day seasonal voyage.

Won't you explore Danube Christmas Delights with us? https://bit.ly/4gNIvxP

Today, we celebrate the solstice with a few of our favorite winter destinations in the Northern Hemisphere. Have you vis...
21/12/2024

Today, we celebrate the solstice with a few of our favorite winter destinations in the Northern Hemisphere. Have you visited Bergen, Tromsø, Lucerne or London with us yet?

Plan your future winter getaway: https://www.vikingrivercruises.co.uk/

Our cultural partner, Classic FM, is the home of Christmas music, and their Christmas playlist contains only the greates...
20/12/2024

Our cultural partner, Classic FM, is the home of Christmas music, and their Christmas playlist contains only the greatest festive favourites for nonstop yuletide joy. Whether it’s the glorious "O Come All Ye Faithful" or the peaceful "Silent Night," you can listen at home or on the go via Global Player by following this link:
https://www.globalplayer.com/playlists/2SWn5/

On Christmas Day we look forward to tuning in to Classic FM as they count the 30 most popular voted Christmas carols and reveal the winner as part of their quest to find the Nation’s Favourite Christmas Carol with Viking.

Listen to the Classic FM Christmas playlist for free on Global Player.

20/12/2024

"Our first stop on Viking’s Christmas on the Rhine is Cologne, a city of Roman heritage with an impressive mix of old and new. We visited three of the seven Christmas markets: Heinzels Wintermärchen, Christmas Market at Cologne Cathedral and Market of Angels"

—Guest Davina T. recently on our Christmas on the Rhine itinerary

Experience the magic of Cologne's Christmas markets when you join us on an 8-day river voyage through the heart of Europe: https://explore.viking.com/4iJljT1

Join us in wishing our 2024-2025 World Cruise guests bon voyage as the Viking Sky departs for the 138-day voyage spannin...
19/12/2024

Join us in wishing our 2024-2025 World Cruise guests bon voyage as the Viking Sky departs for the 138-day voyage spanning over 20 countries.

Will you make plans to join us on our epic Viking World Cruise around the globe next year? https://explore.viking.com/41HbzCW

Announcing: 10 new ocean itineraries to explore more of the Mediterranean, United Kingdom, Ireland and Northern Europe i...
19/12/2024

Announcing: 10 new ocean itineraries to explore more of the Mediterranean, United Kingdom, Ireland and Northern Europe in 2026 and 2027.

Are you ready to explore 12 additional ports? Ranging from 8-22 days, there's an itinerary for everyone on your holiday gift list:

• Amalfi Coast, Africa & Iberia | 8 days between Rome and Barcelona

• Spain & Portugal Discovery | 8 days between Lisbon and Barcelona

• Iberia, France & England Explorer | 12 days between Lisbon and London

• Scandinavian Discovery | 8 days between Oslo and Stockholm

• Baltic Discovery | 8 days between Stockholm and Copenhagen

• Nordic Wonders | 8 days between Oslo and Bergen

• British Isles & Ireland | 15 days between London and Belfast

• Scandinavia & Baltic Capitals | 15 days between Oslo and Copenhagen

• Scenic Scandinavia & Baltic Jewels | 15 days between Bergen and Stockholm

• Icons of the Viking Age | 22 days between Bergen and Copenhagen

Make plans to join us on a voyage of discovery: https://explore.viking.com/4gEdg8g

Travel writer, Sarah Freeman, recently joined us on an unforgettable journey to the "White Continent," sailing on our 13...
18/12/2024

Travel writer, Sarah Freeman, recently joined us on an unforgettable journey to the "White Continent," sailing on our 13-day Antarctic Explorer itinerary. In this article with Cruise & Travel read Sarah’s thoughts on witnessing icicle-fringed icebergs and spotting gentoo penguins from her kayak.

A Viking voyage onboard Octantis to Antarctica reveals deep-sea snow, never-ending sunsets and a new penguin colony

We were delighted to host a magnificent performance of classical music for our Viking Explorer Society members at London...
17/12/2024

We were delighted to host a magnificent performance of classical music for our Viking Explorer Society members at London’s Cadogan Hall in November. Featuring the National Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Classic FM's Composer-in Residence and Viking godmother, Debbie Wiseman, the concert includes popular classics and the first ever live performance of "Jack Frost," Debbie Wiseman's new, wintry collaboration with author and broadcaster Alan Titchmarsh who narrates his original story alongside the orchestra. If you were in attendance and would like to hear this uplifting performance again, or if you would like to listen for the first time, you can find a recording by following this link: https://bit.ly/41yU2fP

We hope you enjoy.

"This Viking Christmas on the Rhine itinerary includes not only Germany but France, Holland and Switzerland. How cool is...
17/12/2024

"This Viking Christmas on the Rhine itinerary includes not only Germany but France, Holland and Switzerland. How cool is this—four countries! Passport stamp lovers, cruising’s the way to do it."

—Guest Charlotte S. recently on our Christmas on the Rhine itinerary

Discover European holiday traditions on our 8-day river voyage from Amsterdam to Basel: https://bit.ly/3VJaBlP

We are pleased to share the arrival of our new Winter "Explore More" issue. Within these pages, enjoy an exploration of ...
16/12/2024

We are pleased to share the arrival of our new Winter "Explore More" issue. Within these pages, enjoy an exploration of the Mississippi with Sarah Turner, discover China’s wonders on board the Viking Yi Dun with Karen Burns Booth and much more. Cosy up and read our latest issue here: https://bit.ly/4flqNjU

Travel writer, Steve Aldridge, recently joined us for a wonderous journey sailing our 15-day France’s Finest river itine...
16/12/2024

Travel writer, Steve Aldridge, recently joined us for a wonderous journey sailing our 15-day France’s Finest river itinerary. In this article with Silver Travel Advisor read Steve’s thoughts on exploring some of France’s many historical treasures including the grand Palace of Versailles and the Monet Foundation in Giverny.

"France's Finest" is an appropriate name for a cruise that allowed us to explore some of France’s many historical treasures in comfort....

Experience spectacular ocean views from our serene onboard spaces. Discover the Mediterranean with fewer crowds and easi...
15/12/2024

Experience spectacular ocean views from our serene onboard spaces.

Discover the Mediterranean with fewer crowds and easier access to iconic sites when you join us for a voyage during the "quiet season." https://bit.ly/4ixh5hj

Photos by guest Andrea N. recently on our Venice, the Adriatic & Greece itinerary.

Ghislaine Wood recently explored each of the wonderful places we visit along the Seine River on our Paris and the Heart ...
14/12/2024

Ghislaine Wood recently explored each of the wonderful places we visit along the Seine River on our Paris and the Heart of Normandy itinerary. In this article with Cruise & Travel read about Ghislaine’s journey visiting the home of impressionist painter Claude Monet in Giverny and wandering the medieval streets of Rouen.

Enjoy a Viking voyage through Normandy and Paris, showcasing France's iconic artists along the river Seine

Our cultural partner, Classic FM is currently on a quest to discover the nation’s favourite Christmas carol and we are p...
14/12/2024

Our cultural partner, Classic FM is currently on a quest to discover the nation’s favourite Christmas carol and we are proud to be supporting them once again in this pursuit. The voting for The Nation's Favourite Carol with Viking closes tomorrow (15 December) at 23:59PM, so there is still time to celebrate the festive season by voting for your all-time favourite Christmas carol. We look forward to tuning in to Classic FM on Christmas Day, when they will count down the Top 30 carols and announce the winning carol. To cast your vote please follow this link: https://win.classicfm.com/nations-favourite-carol-2024/

14/12/2024

"We must always remember with gratitude and admiration the first sailors who steered their vessels through storm and mists, and increased our knowledge of the lands of ice in the South."

—Roald Amundsen

On this day in 1911, Norwegian Roald Amundsen became the first person to reach the South Pole and secure his place in history as one of the great explorers. Journey in his footsteps on an expedition to Antarctica with us: https://bit.ly/4ixjBnI

Immerse yourself in Swiss holiday traditions in Lucerne—enjoy a cup of mulled wine as you stroll the local Christmas mar...
13/12/2024

Immerse yourself in Swiss holiday traditions in Lucerne—enjoy a cup of mulled wine as you stroll the local Christmas markets set against the spectacular alpine scenery.

Extend your Christmas on the Rhine & Moselle voyage with 2 nights in Lucerne: https://explore.viking.com/4iujkSw

In this article with World of Cruising, Jack Carter shares his favourite moments from his recent sailing on our Canadian...
13/12/2024

In this article with World of Cruising, Jack Carter shares his favourite moments from his recent sailing on our Canadian Discovery itinerary. Read about Jack’s journey tasting the culinary delights of Trois-Rivieres and spotting beluga whales from his stateroom on the Viking Polaris.

On Canada’s St Lawrence River, Jack Carter discovers how colonial history and inventive gastronomy combine Ato create an expedition like no other

"Unforgettable memories were made at the glittering markets with glühwein in hand! The festive atmosphere, beautiful lig...
12/12/2024

"Unforgettable memories were made at the glittering markets with glühwein in hand! The festive atmosphere, beautiful lights and delightful treats made this holiday season truly special."

—Guest Kat B. on our Christmas on the Rhine & Moselle itinerary

Create your own spirited memories on a 12-day river voyage filled with enchanting experiences from Paris to Zürich: https://explore.viking.com/4gs9MW9

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