Viking River Cruises Start in July

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Viking Cruises 2021 already has several options for cruisers called welcome back voyages. With Welcome Back voyages that journey through the Mediterranean, trace the shores of Iceland and sail along the beaches of Bermuda, an ocean of enriching experiences awaits. Staterooms on these sought-after voyages are filling up fast, so call us to reserve yours today and learn more about the Viking Cruises Risk-Free Guarantee.

Viking River Cruises has also announced the return to Europe’s Rivers starting in July. Journey along the waterways of Europe and marvel at iconic cities and legendary landmarks from the comfort of their award-winning ships. These highly anticipated summer departures to Germany, France, Portugal and beyond will sell fast, so call us today at 800-942-3301 to reserve your stateroom.

The following cruises are open to vaccinated cruisers this summer:

  • Eight-day Rhine Getaway from Amsterdam to Basel
    Journey along one of Europe’s most enchanting waterways and admire castles, cathedrals and captivating cities during 8 days of inspired discovery.
  • Ten-day Portugal’s River of Gold from Lisbon to Porto
    Discover the charming traditions of Portugal as you sail the Douro River, exploring quaint villages and medieval towns nestled along its shores.
  • Eight-day Paris and the Heart of Normandy in France
    Wind your way through the heart of France on an 8-day journey and marvel at the cultural riches along the Seine’s scenic shores and Normandy’s storied coast.
  • Eight –day Lyon & Provence from Avignon to Lyon in France
    Set course for Southern France and encounter the celebrated cities tucked along the Rhône River while delighting in the region’s famed cuisine.
  • And France’s Finest, a 15-day combining Northern and Southern France
    Focus on France and experience the best of the country from north to south during a sweeping 15-day sojourn along the Seine and Rhône Rivers.

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Past Viking Guests Now Save $800 Per Couple, Plus, FREE Silver Spirits Beverage Package This offer is valid for bookings made from May 19th to May 31, 2021. Not combinable with other Past Guest discounts. Mention Customer Number when making a reservation. Call for details. Ask for Offer EBD.

Also Read: Viking Cruises COVID Update

I other Viking-related news, the new Viking Venus ship was named on May 17th during a ceremony at sea in the English Channel. Anne Diamond, the ship’s godmother assisted in breaking a bottle of Norwegian aquavit on the ship’s hull, using a historical Viking broad as to cut a ribbon that symbolically held the bottle in place.

The Viking Venus, a 930-passenger ship  is enroute to Portsmouth, England, where its May 22nd inaugural voyage will mark Viking’s return to service. Viking is among the first to set sail again after a 14 month pause, with industry-leading health and safety protocols in place.

The ship will offer five eight-day roundtrip English coast sailings visiting Liverpool, the Isles of Sicily, Falmouth and Portland. Ms. Diamond will be a guest on the first three cruises, serving as a lecturer with a presentation on British radar inventors, including her father, during World War II.

The Viking Venus will then sail to Malta, its homeport for Mediterranean cruises this summer and fall. Venus is the seventh vessel to join Viking’s ocean fleet.

Also Read: Which Cruise Lines Require a COVID-19 vaccine

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