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European Sojourn

22 nights | Bucharest to Amsterdam or vice versa

Deal Details

Travel Dates

Various dates Apr - Oct 2025 & 2026

Sale Ends

May 31, 2024

Priced From

AU$11,995 per person

BONUS: Includes up to AU$4,600 SAVING per couple!
Book by 31 May 2024

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Embark on a 23-day odyssey that seamlessly combines the highlights of two extraordinary cruises, the Grand European Tour and Passage to Eastern Europe.

Traverse the waterways of Western, Central, and Eastern Europe, exploring eight captivating countries along the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers. From sailing Amsterdam's picturesque canals to encountering the grandeur of Vienna, and celebrating folk traditions in Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania, this immersive journey promises a wealth of travel icons and cultural treasures.

Experience a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, where each day unfolds with new discoveries, creating a comprehensive and unforgettable exploration of the diverse landscapes, histories, and traditions woven into the fabric of Europe.

Price based on 22 Jul 2025 departure from Bucharest to Amsterdam.

 

Itinerary

Scroll down for a more detailed day-by-day itinerary.

Day 1
Bucharest, Romania
Day 2
Bucharest, Romania
Day 3
Ruse, Bulgaria
Day 4
Vidin, Bulgaria
Day 5
Scenic Sailing: The Iron Gate then on to Golubac, Serbia
Day 6
Belgrade, Serbia
Day 7
Osijek, Croatia
Day 8
Kalocsa, Hungary
Day 9
Budapest, Hungary
Day 10
Budapest, Hungary
Day 11
Vienna, Austria
Day 12
Vienna, Austria
Day 13
Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley then to Melk, Austria
Day 14
Passau, Germany
Day 15
Regensburg, Germany
Day 16
Scenic Sailing: Main-Danube Canal, Germany then on to Nuremberg
Day 17
Bamberg, Germany
Day 18
Würzburg, Germany
Day 19
Wertheim, Germany & Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart
Day 20
Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine then on to Koblenz, Germany
Day 21
Cologne, Germany
Day 22
Scenic Sailing: Waal & Merwede then on to Kinderdijk, The Netherlands
Day 23
Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Inclusions

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Your Viking River Cruise includes:

  • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call 

  • Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary) 

  • Visits to UNESCO Sites 

  • Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances 

  • Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner 

  • 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water 

  • Port taxes & fees 

  • Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase 

  • Onboard Gratuities 

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Bucharest

Explore Romania's capital; view the Palace of Parliament and the Village Museum.

Day 2: Bucharest, Romania

Admire stunning architecture and explore an array of world-class museums.

Day 3: Ruse, Bulgaria

Admire medieval architecture and sample local Bulgarian food.

Day 4: Vidin, Bulgaria

Admire Vidin's historia landmarks, including the preserved medieval castle.

Day 5: Scenic Sailing: The Iron Gate

Sail the picturesque Danube River and admire the natural wonders of the Iron Gate.

Day 5: Golubac, Serbia

Learn about the history of the 14th-century Golubac Fortress and admire scenic river views.

Day 6: Belgrade, Serbia

Walk around Kalemegdan Fortress or see the Church of St. Sava and Square of the Republic.

Day 7: Osijek, Croatia

See Osijek's highlights and meet a local family; admire Vukovar's building and palace.

Day 8: Kalocsa, Hungary

Sample paprika-flavoured food in this cultural centre and see a Puszta horsemanship show.

Day 9: Budapest, Hungary

Explore Buda's Castle District and modern Pest, and sample delicious local food.

Day 10: Budapest, Hungary

Cross the Chain Bridge, brows a museum or visit a thermal spa in the "Paris of the East."

Day 11: Vienna, Austria

Admire Vienna’s architecture, linger at a café or visit the Hapsburgs’ Schönbrunn Palace.

Day 12: Vienna, Austria

Discover the delights of Vienna; browse the museums or enjoy a Viennese pastry.

Day 13: Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley

Sail the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO Site and admire views of the hillside vineyards.

Day 13: Melk, Austria

Visit the reowned Benedictine abbey, admiring its medieval manuscripts and ceiling frescoes.

Day 14: Passau, Germany

Admire the patrician houses in the Old Town and see Passau’s ornately decorated cathedral.

Day 15: Regensburg, Germany

Stroll the medieval, UNESCO-listed city's streets; enjoy sausages at the Alte Wurstküche.

Day 16: Scenic Sailing: Main-Danube Canal, Germany

Transit this 16-lock engineering marvel spanning 106 miles from Kelheim to Bamberg.

Day 16: Nuremberg, Germany

See the Palace of Justice, Old Town and Market Square in this history-filled city.

Day 17: Bamberg, Germany

See the Town Hall in this UNESCO-listed medieval city; sample its distinctive rauchbier.

Day 18: Würzburg, Germany

Encounter the Bishop's Residenz, a large, ornate baroque palace and UNESCO Site.

Day 19: Wertheim, Germany

Discover this typical German town, famous for its long-standing glassblowing traditions.

Day 20: Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine

Sail past hilltop castles along the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO site, and look for Lorelei Rock.

Day 20: Koblenz, Germany

Visit the 13th-century Marksburg Castle and capture views from its hilltop location.

Day 21: Cologne, Germany

Stroll through Cologne's Old Town and see the city's famed Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO site.

Day 22: Scenic Sailing: Waal & Merwede

Admire the scenery and sail along the network of Holland's canals and waterways.

Day 22: Kinderdijk, The Netherlands

See the picturesque Dutch countryside and Kinderdijk's working windmills, a UNESCO site.

Day 23: Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Take a journey along Amsterdam's network of canals or browse one of the city's museums.

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