7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine- Basel to Amsterdam

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Rolf

DepartsTue, Dec 2nd 2025

ReturnsTue, Dec 9th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortBasel

Ports of CallBasel, Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Dordrecht, Amsterdam

Rolf - Symbol of Courage One of the oldest of all Nordic-Viking names, “Rolf” came from “Hrodwulf,” a Dark Ages appellation when mostly pagan names tended to extol virtues. One of the most famous kings of antiquity, Rolf gained renown in warfare by assembling the most celebrated warriors of the North, known as Rolf’s Twelve Champions. Equally famous was “Rolf the Ganger,” or “Marching Rolf,” a Viking chief who sailed the Seine and surrounded Paris. Rolf - Symbol of Courage One of the oldest of all Nordic-Viking names, “Rolf” came from “Hrodwulf,” a Dark Ages appellation when mostly pagan names tended to extol virtues. One of the most famous kings of antiquity, Rolf gained re…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Sigyn

DepartsTue, Dec 2nd 2025

ReturnsTue, Dec 9th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

Sigyn - Goddess of Fidelity Wife of the mischievous god Loki, Sigyn is the goddess of fertility and bonds. Dedicated and loyal, she stays with her husband during his final punishment, when Odin’s son Vali kept him bound to avenge the death of his brother. Sigyn - Goddess of Fidelity Wife of the mischievous god Loki, Sigyn is the goddess of fertility and bonds. Dedicated and loyal, she stays with her husband during his final punishment, when Odin’s son Vali kept him bound to avenge the death of his b…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Gefjon

DepartsTue, Dec 2nd 2025

ReturnsTue, Dec 9th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

Gefjon - Norse Goddess of the Plow Gefjon is credited with the creation of the Danish island of Zealand. When the ruler of Sweden offers her all the land she and four oxen can plow in a day and a night, she transforms her four sons into beasts of burden. Together, they uproot a swathe of earth from the mainland and deposit it into the sea, creating Zealand. This act of might earns Gefjon respect among gods. Gefjon - Norse Goddess of the Plow Gefjon is credited with the creation of the Danish island of Zealand. When the ruler of Sweden offers her all the land she and four oxen can plow in a day and a night, she transforms her four sons into beasts of burden.…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Einar

DepartsWed, Dec 3rd 2025

ReturnsWed, Dec 10th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

Einar - Norse Earl of Orkney A strong warrior, Einar wrested control of the Orkney and Shetland Islands from Danish warlords in the late 9th century after his brother Hallad was unable to hold his ground there. The dynasty that he founded ruled the archipelago until 1470. Einar - Norse Earl of Orkney A strong warrior, Einar wrested control of the Orkney and Shetland Islands from Danish warlords in the late 9th century after his brother Hallad was unable to hold his ground there. The dynasty that he founded ruled the archi…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine- Basel to Amsterdam

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Sigrun

DepartsWed, Dec 3rd 2025

ReturnsWed, Dec 10th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortBasel

Ports of CallBasel, Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Dordrecht, Amsterdam

  Sigrun - A Valkyrie Sigrun is the leader of a band of nine Valkyries, the horse-riding women who descend upon battles to decide which soldiers die and which live. She dies from sadness after her lover Helgi is slain by her brother Dagr, and is later reborn as a Valkyrie herself.   Sigrun - A Valkyrie Sigrun is the leader of a band of nine Valkyries, the horse-riding women who descend upon battles to decide which soldiers die and which live. She dies from sadness after her lover Helgi is slain by her brother Dagr, and is la…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine- Basel to Amsterdam

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Egdir

DepartsWed, Dec 3rd 2025

ReturnsWed, Dec 10th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortBasel

Ports of CallBasel, Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Dordrecht, Amsterdam

Viking Longship Egdir

11 Night European Coast Cruise

Christmas on the Mian & Moselle - Prague to Paris

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Alsvin

DepartsWed, Dec 3rd 2025

ReturnsSun, Dec 14th 2025

Nights11

Departing PortPrague

Ports of CallPrague (2 Days), Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Heidelberg, Mainz, Rudesheim, Koblenz & Middle Rhine, Cochem, Bernkastel, Trier, Reims, Paris (3 Days)

Alsvin - Mythological Norse Horse According to Norse legend, Alsvin is one of the two horses that pulls the sun across the sky in a chariot driven by Sol. The name Alsvin means "very swift." The other horse is called Arvakr, whose name means "early riser." Alsvin - Mythological Norse Horse According to Norse legend, Alsvin is one of the two horses that pulls the sun across the sky in a chariot driven by Sol. The name Alsvin means "very swift." The other horse is called Arvakr, whose name means "early riser…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Vali

DepartsThu, Dec 4th 2025

ReturnsThu, Dec 11th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

Vali - Son of Odin The son of Odin and the giantess Rind, Vali was conceived strictly to avenge the death of Baldur, another of Odin’s children. To achieve this, Vali grows into manhood in just one day, developing courage and perfecting his marksmanship with the bow and arrow. Vali - Son of Odin The son of Odin and the giantess Rind, Vali was conceived strictly to avenge the death of Baldur, another of Odin’s children. To achieve this, Vali grows into manhood in just one day, developing courage and perfecting his marksma…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine- Basel to Amsterdam

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Gersemi

DepartsThu, Dec 4th 2025

ReturnsThu, Dec 11th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortBasel

Ports of CallBasel, Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Dordrecht, Amsterdam

Gersemi - Norse Goddess of Beauty Daughter of Freya, the goddess of love, and the god Od, Gersemi is associated with great riches and beauty. Her name, along with the name of her sister Hnoss, translates into “treasure.” Gods and mortals alike envied her for her strength and serenity. Gersemi - Norse Goddess of Beauty Daughter of Freya, the goddess of love, and the god Od, Gersemi is associated with great riches and beauty. Her name, along with the name of her sister Hnoss, translates into “treasure.” Gods and mortals alik…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Hervor

DepartsThu, Dec 4th 2025

ReturnsThu, Dec 11th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

Hervor - A Valkyrie Valkyrie Hervor’s dedication to Odin during wartime is illustrated by her well-known story. During a time of peace, she was spinning flax by a lake when the blacksmith Volund came along and took the fair-haired woman as his wife. After they were married for seven years, Hervor was called to battle and never returned.   Hervor - A Valkyrie Valkyrie Hervor’s dedication to Odin during wartime is illustrated by her well-known story. During a time of peace, she was spinning flax by a lake when the blacksmith Volund came along and took the fair-haired woman as his wife…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Eistla

DepartsFri, Dec 5th 2025

ReturnsFri, Dec 12th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine- Basel to Amsterdam

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Honir

DepartsFri, Dec 5th 2025

ReturnsFri, Dec 12th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortBasel

Ports of CallBasel, Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Dordrecht, Amsterdam

Honir - The Wise God & Human CreatorKnown for his wisdom and eloquence in Norse mythology, Honir played a crucial role in the creation of humans. He bestowed the gift of óðr to them, which encompasses poetic inspiration and intellectual insight.

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Mimir

DepartsFri, Dec 5th 2025

ReturnsFri, Dec 12th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

Mimir - Norse God of Wisdom Mimir is said to have gained wisdom and knowledge by drinking from the Well of Wisdom. He is so wise that when the great tribes of Vanir and Aesir gods are at war, the Vanir tribe calls on him for counsel. But, incapable of translating his words of guidance, they behead him and send his head back to the Aesir tribe. Odin, the Aesir chief, embalms Mimir’s head with herbs, casting a spell that empowers it to speak and share secrets. Thus, Mimir guides Odin through the war until the two tribes of gods unify into one. Mimir - Norse God of Wisdom Mimir is said to have gained wisdom and knowledge by drinking from the Well of Wisdom. He is so wise that when the great tribes of Vanir and Aesir gods are at war, the Vanir tribe calls on him for counsel. But, incapable of tr…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine- Basel to Amsterdam

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Mani

DepartsFri, Dec 5th 2025

ReturnsFri, Dec 12th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortBasel

Ports of CallBasel, Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Dordrecht, Amsterdam

Mani - Norse Moon God In Norse mythology, the gods banish Mani and his sister Sol to the heavens because their father was so arrogant as to name them “moon” and “sun.” There, they guide their namesake orbs across the sky, counting the years for humankind. Mani - Norse Moon God In Norse mythology, the gods banish Mani and his sister Sol to the heavens because their father was so arrogant as to name them “moon” and “sun.” There, they guide their namesake orbs across the sky, counting…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Eir

DepartsFri, Dec 5th 2025

ReturnsFri, Dec 12th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

 Eir - Valkyrie & Goddess of Healing The goddess Eir is by many accounts “the best of all physicians.” But scholars differ on the capacity in which she used her power. Some depict her as a goddess of healing, tending to the sick and the war-wounded. Others view her as a horse-riding Valkyrie who rides into battles to decide which soldiers die and which live.  Eir - Valkyrie & Goddess of Healing The goddess Eir is by many accounts “the best of all physicians.” But scholars differ on the capacity in which she used her power. Some depict her as a goddess of healing, tending to the sick and …

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Bragi

DepartsSat, Dec 6th 2025

ReturnsSat, Dec 13th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

Bragi - Norse God of Poetry Bragi is the Norse god of poetry, music and eloquence. Plucking his harp and singing sweetly, he can charm all creatures, even the flowers and the trees. His tongue is carved with runes, ancient Norse symbols, and through his poetry, Bragi keeps the stories of the gods alive. Bragi - Norse God of Poetry Bragi is the Norse god of poetry, music and eloquence. Plucking his harp and singing sweetly, he can charm all creatures, even the flowers and the trees. His tongue is carved with runes, ancient Norse symbols, and through his …

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine- Basel to Amsterdam

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Alruna

DepartsSat, Dec 6th 2025

ReturnsSat, Dec 13th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortBasel

Ports of CallBasel, Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Dordrecht, Amsterdam

Alruna - A Valkyrie The daughter of Kjárr of Valland, Alruna (Ölrún in Old Norse) was one of three Valkyries spinning linen on the shore of Wolf Lake, when they were spotted by three brothers who lived nearby. Alruna and Egil, one of the brothers, lived together for seven winters, until Alruna flew off to battle, never to return. Alruna - A Valkyrie The daughter of Kjárr of Valland, Alruna (Ölrún in Old Norse) was one of three Valkyries spinning linen on the shore of Wolf Lake, when they were spotted by three brothers who lived nearby. Alruna and Egil, one of t…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Tialfi

DepartsSat, Dec 6th 2025

ReturnsSat, Dec 13th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

Tialfi - Son of Egil and Champion Runner In Norse mythology, Tialfi was the son of Egil and a champion runner. He became a slave to Thor, the god of thunder, after eating one of his goats. On a journey with Thor, Tialfi stopped to run a race against the young giant Hugi. The giant was an illusion and the embodiment of thought; and since no one can run faster than thought, Tialfi lost.   Tialfi - Son of Egil and Champion Runner In Norse mythology, Tialfi was the son of Egil and a champion runner. He became a slave to Thor, the god of thunder, after eating one of his goats. On a journey with Thor, Tialfi stopped to run a race against th…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine - Amsterdam to Basel

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Hlin

DepartsSun, Dec 7th 2025

ReturnsSun, Dec 14th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortAmsterdam

Ports of CallAmsterdam, Dordrecht, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mannheim, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel

Hlin - Norse Goddess of Protection The task of the Norse goddess Hlin is to protect and shelter humankind. She is also the goddess of consolation and brings comfort and solace to those who grieve, kissing away their tears. Hlin is deeply compassionate in an unsentimental way, and a wise teacher. Thanks to her guidance, we learn how to honor our dead, and integrate their love and wisdom into our daily lives. Hlin - Norse Goddess of Protection The task of the Norse goddess Hlin is to protect and shelter humankind. She is also the goddess of consolation and brings comfort and solace to those who grieve, kissing away their tears. Hlin is deeply compassionate in…

7 Night European Rivers Cruise

Christmas on the Rhine- Basel to Amsterdam

Cruise LineViking River Cruises

ShipViking Kara

DepartsSun, Dec 7th 2025

ReturnsSun, Dec 14th 2025

Nights7

Departing PortBasel

Ports of CallBasel, Breisach, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Rudesheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Dordrecht, Amsterdam

In 2012, the year the first Viking Longships were launched, the editors of Cruise Critic recognised the entire Viking Longship fleet as Best River Cruise Ship. This was the first time this honour had ever been awarded to more than one ship. Viking's fleet has always had a tradition of setting the new standards, and the Viking Longships are no exception. Since their launch, the Longships have received great acclaim for their state-of-the-art engineering, innovative design and outstanding quality.  In 2012, the year the first Viking Longships were launched, the editors of Cruise Critic recognised the entire Viking Longship fleet as Best River Cruise Ship. This was the first time this honour had ever been awarded to more than one ship. Viking's fleet…