Grand European Tour

15 Days | Budapest to Amsterdam

Deal Details

Travel Dates

Apr - Oct 2027 & Jun - Nov 2028

Sale Ends

Oct 1, 2026

Priced From

AUD11,395 per person

Flights on Viking

Receive up to AU$2,800* per person towards economy class airfares when you book this Viking journey.

Description

Sail through the heart of Europe and discover iconic cities, storybook landscapes and centuries of history along three legendary rivers.

Follow the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers on an unforgettable 15-day journey through the heart of Europe.

From Amsterdam's picturesque canals and Germany's medieval towns to Austria's grand cultural treasures and the vibrant city of Budapest, each day reveals a new perspective on this remarkable region.

Cruise through vineyard-lined valleys, explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, and uncover the rich history, traditions, and flavours that have shaped Europe for centuries. Combining iconic destinations with hidden gems, this is one of the most rewarding ways to experience the continent's diverse cultures and landscapes.

Highlights

Marvel at Rhine Valley panoramas from a 900-year-old hilltop castle.
Savour Austrian flavours in the vineyard-lined Wachau Valley.
Waltz through Vienna’s imperial past and explore its grand architecture.
Visit Melk Abbey, a masterpiece of baroque design with stunning frescoes.
Reflect in Nuremberg, a city rich in mediaeval charm and World War II history.
Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, from Regensburg to Cologne and Kinderdijk.

Pricing

Standard Stateroom (Cat F)

from

AU$11,395*

per person, twin share

Based on 9 October 2027 departure from Budapest to Amsterdam

Viking Inclusive Value

Every Viking river cruise includes:

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
Free Wi-Fi throughout your journey (connection speeds may vary)
All onboard meals featuring regional specialities and always-available classics
Beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard
24-hour access to speciality coffees, teas and bottled water
Port taxes and fees
Ground transfers when flights are booked through Viking Air
Visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites
Enrichment lectures and destination performances
Onboard gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1

Budapest, Hungary

Day 2

Budapest, Hungary

Day 3

Vienna, Austria

Day 4

Vienna, Austria

Day 5

Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley, - Melk, Austria

Day 6

Passau, Germany

Day 7

Regensburg, Germany

Day 8

Scenic Sailing: Main Danube Canal, Germany - Nuremberg, Germany

Day 9

Bamberg, Germany

Day 10

Wurzburg, Germany

Day 11

Wertheim, Germany - Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart

Day 12

Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine - Koblenz, Germany

Day 13

Cologne, Germany

Day 14

Scenic Sailing: Waal & Merwede - Kinderdijk, The Netherlands

Day 15

Amsterdam

Your River Ship: Aboard a Viking Longship

Designed specifically for Europe's rivers, Viking's award-winning Longships combine Scandinavian elegance with thoughtful features that bring you closer to the destinations you visit. Spacious public areas, panoramic windows and contemporary interiors create a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere throughout your journey.

Enjoy ever-changing views from the light-filled lounge, unwind on the Aquavit Terrace, or retreat to your well-appointed stateroom, each offering river views and, in many categories, a French balcony or full veranda.

Dining is a highlight of life on board, with menus inspired by regional cuisine and international favourites. Complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner, while speciality teas, coffees and bottled water are available throughout the day.

With no casinos, no children under 18 and a focus on cultural enrichment, Viking offers a relaxed and destination-focused way to explore Europe. From historic cities and charming riverside towns to vineyard-lined valleys and iconic landmarks, every journey is designed to immerse you in the heart of the region.

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Terms & Conditions

Prices are per person, in Australian Dollars, based on double occupancy, subject to availability, includes all advertised discounts, and correct at time of publication. All offers only valid on new bookings made from 5 August 2026 until sold out and is a strictly limited offer; conditions apply, subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time unless sold out prior. For full terms and conditions visit viking.com.

Flight offer provides Economy flights booked through Viking for both guests, up to the maximum value of AU$2,800 per person (pp). Flights must originate in Australia (AU) or New Zealand (NZ) to be eligible for this offer. Offer is only valid on new cruise bookings made from 5 August 2026 until sold out, where flights are booked through Viking, in conjunction with selected 2027, 2028 or 2029 Viking River, Ocean or Expedition cruises.Offer excludes the following itineraries: Australia & New Zealand, Komodo & the Australian Coast, Viking World Cruise, Viking World Discoveries, Viking World Voyage III, Viking World Voyage IV, Arctic to Antarctic Explorer, Longitudinal World Cruise IV, Longitudinal World Cruise VI and Longitudinal World Cruise VII. Flights are booked at Viking’s discretion using Viking’s choice of airline, routing, dates and flight times, from selected major gateways in AU/NZ:DL/AKL/BNE/CBR/CHC/CNS/DRW/HBA/LST/MEL/OOL/PER/SYD/WLG. Viking will contact guests, or their nominated travel advisor, once flights are in date range and able to be booked. At this time, guests complete an Air Form and may nominate preferences for airline, dates, routing and stopovers. Guests must return their completed Air Form within fourteen (14) business days of receiving the request from Viking. If the completed Air Form is not received within this timeframe, Viking may remove the “Flights on Us” offer and apply the relevant “Discount in Lieu of Flights” offer instead. Viking will endeavour to accommodate guests’ preferences when proposing flights but may be unable to meet all requests due to airline specific rules and availability. If the cost of the selected flights exceeds AU$2,800pp, guests must pay the difference before flights are ticketed and confirmed. The AU$2,800pp value is a maximum promotional value only and does not guarantee that all eligible flights will cost AU$2,800pp or that guests will receive a cash payment, refund or credit for any unused value. If selected flights cost less than AU$2,800pp, any unused promotional value will be forfeited and cannot be applied to another part of the booking or transferred to another person. Guests who choose to book premium economy or business class flights through Viking may apply the AU$2,800pp Economy flight promotional value towards the upgraded airfare. Guests must pay any difference between the promotional value and the airline’s cost for the upgraded flights before flights are confirmed. Any additional costs for the selected flights are required to be paid before flights will be ticketed and confirmed. Once flights are ticketed and confirmed, any change or cancellation of the flights will be subject to the applicable airline’s standard change and cancellation fees. Use promotion code FOU28 to apply the “Flights on Us” offer when booking online, through your preferred travel advisor or via the Viking Contact Centre. If no promotion code is entered when booking online, the “Flights on Us” offer will be automatically applied by default. Promotion is applied to all guests on the cruise booking. Guests travelling together on the same cruise booking cannot apply different promotions to the booking. Solo guests can use up to AU$5,600 towards their flights. Any unused portion of the air promotion will be waived and cannot be applied towards any other portion of the booking or transferred to any other person or booking. Professional service fees apply.