Why Go on a Viking Cruise?

Viking Cruises began offering European river cruises in 1997, and has defined river cruising for the industry. In 2015, Viking launched the first of its small ocean cruise ships. Viking now offers cruise opportunities on all 7 continents, including special expedition ships for the intrepid traveler. Viking is consistently ranked number one in both river and ocean cruising by Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.

Here are 5 reasons you should consider cruising with the company that offers the best value on water:

1. You WON'T find these things on a Viking Cruise

Casinos. Kids. Pressure to buy anything at all. Viking has been called the thinking person's cruise. They foster an atmosphere for the curious traveler to relax, learn, and and dine in comfortable luxury. There are no buffets or charges for specialty restaurants. Once you are on board, everything you need is available to focus on rejuvenation, meeting new people, and fascinating destinations.

2. What you WILL find on a Viking cruise

Every room has a balcony. All the restaurants are included and you can sit anywhere with anyone you like. Beer, wine and soft drinks are included with every meal. Premium beverages and spirits can be added if desired. WiFi is always free. Tipping is left up to you. There is a specially selected library on board to satisfy your curiosity. And every port includes a curated excursion to help you immerse yourself in the local culture.

3. Viking ships are truly unique

Classic Scandinavian design and modern, energy-conscious technology are the hallmarks of Viking river and ocean ships. And all ships have the identical layout, so you never have surprises. River cruises are taken in streamlined longships with only 190 passengers. You can step right off the ship into the heart of most ports. Ocean ships carry only 930 passengers, and dock in ports that other larger cruise ships cannot enter.

4. Every port offers an included adventure

Viking partners with local guides and organizations to curate unique experiences in every port. There are 3 categories of onshore excursions: Local Life, Working World, and Priveleged Access. Explore a quaint bookstore, tour a winery, or get excusive access to see cultural treasures.

5. Exclusive worldwide itineraries

Viking cruises all 7 continents in their ocean vessels, and rivers in central Europe, Southeast Asia, Egypt. Recently, they also began cruising the mighty Mississippi, so you can get the Viking experience close to home. Sail the Danube in December and explore sparkling Christmas markets, adventure down the Nile to see ancient relics, discover hidden treasures of the Mediterranean, or even sail to the end of the world in Antarctica. Wherever you want to explore, Viking can take you there in thoughtful and unpretentious luxury.

Contact me to discover all that Viking has to offer. I can help you with flights, pre- and post-cruise accommodations, and extended stays in your favorite ports.