Discover the comfort, convenience, and cultural diversity that can only be found along the world's most famous waterways.

The intimate alternative to ocean cruising, river cruising offers travelers access to an enormous array of unusual destinations – destinations that simply can't be reached by larger cruise ships. Huge ocean liners visit mainly coastal areas (their significant size prohibiting passage to interior regions), but river cruising's svelte crafts are capable of sailing almost anywhere. Their flat-bottom designs ensure a safe, smooth journey plus effortless entry into the smaller villages, towns, and city centers that are an essential part of any vacation experience.

Smaller cruise ships also allow for lots of warm and cozy atmosphere, not to mention an extra emphasis on personal service. River cruises tend to be truly all-inclusive, too (shore excursions, to name but one example, are typically included in your fare). And when it comes to convenience, a river cruise is hard to beat. You'll unpack just once, and disembarking is a breeze. Simply step off your ship – almost immediately, you'll find yourself surrounded by the abundant scenery, local charm, and historical attractions that are the hallmarks of any river cruise.

Here at Cruise411.com, we recommend Uniworld's Boutique River Cruise Collection and Viking River Cruises to customers seeking the ultimate river cruising experience. Both are long-time industry leaders.

Viking River Cruises

The Viking brand is synonymous with historic heritage, all-inclusive value, and impeccable service. Viking boasts the world's largest fleet of river cruise ships, 20 vessels specifically built to take full advantage of European, Russian, Chinese, and Egyptian waterways. Scandinavian in design, Viking ships feature open and airy interiors throughout (so panoramic views are always assured).

Onboard dining is another highlight (Viking's menus, crafted by European and celebrity chefs, combine regional specialties with classic American fare). And with at least one shore excursion available daily, passengers are guaranteed the opportunity to enjoy an in-depth cultural experience.

Viking has consistently been recognized as one of the world's top cruise lines by the travel industry's most respected publications, including Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic, and Travel Weekly.

VIKING RIVER CRUISE DEALS

	ITINERARY	INTERIOR	OCEANVIEW	BALCONY	SUITE	SAVINGS
	7 Night Rhine Getaway Northbound Brochure price $2,199. Save up to 47%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Sun Departs from Basel	N/A	$1,156	N/A	N/A	47%
	7 Night Rhine Getaway Southbound Brochure price $2,199. Save up to 47%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Sun Departs from Amsterdam	N/A	$1,156	N/A	N/A	47%
	7 Night Portraits of Southern France Brochure price $2,599. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Neptune Departs from Avignon	N/A	$1,356	N/A	N/A	48%
	7 Night Portraits of Southern France Brochure price $2,599. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Neptune Departs from Chalon	N/A	$1,356	N/A	N/A	48%
	7 Night Danube Waltz Eastbound Brochure price $2,599. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Sky Departs from Passau	N/A	$1,356	N/A	N/A	48%
	7 Night Danube Waltz Westbound Brochure price $2,599. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Sky Departs from Budapest	N/A	$1,356	N/A	N/A	48%
	7 Night Romantic Danube Westbound Brochure price $2,599. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Danube Departs from Budapest	N/A	$1,356	N/A	N/A	48%
	7 Night Romantic Danube Eastbound Brochure price $2,599. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Danube Departs from Nuremberg	N/A	$1,356	N/A	N/A	48%
	9 Night Tulips & Windmills Brochure price $2,699. Save up to 47%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Pride Departs from Amsterdam	N/A	$1,422	N/A	N/A	47%
	9 Night Tulips & Windmills Brochure price $2,699. Save up to 47%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Europe Departs from Amsterdam	N/A	$1,422	N/A	N/A	47%
	14 Night Grand European Tour Westbound Brochure price $6,099. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Pride Departs from Budapest	N/A	$3,162	N/A	N/A	48%
	14 Night Grand European Tour Eastbound Brochure price $5,099. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Pride Departs from Amsterdam	N/A	$2,662	N/A	N/A	48%
	12 Night Waterways of the Czars Brochure price $4,399. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Pakhomov Departs from Moscow	N/A	$2,296	N/A	$5,396	48%
	12 Night Waterways of the Czars Brochure price $4,399. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Pakhomov Departs from St. Petersburg	N/A	$2,296	N/A	$5,396	48%
	11 Night Imperial Jewels of China Brochure price $4,499. Save up to 49%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Century Sun Departs from Shanghai	N/A	N/A	$2,292	$4,592	49%
	11 Night Imperial Jewels of China Brochure price $4,499. Save up to 49%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Century Sun Departs from Beijing (Peking)	N/A	N/A	$2,292	$4,592	49%
	9 Night Tulips & Windmills Brochure price $4,699. Save up to 48%. Viking River Cruises – Viking Legend Departs from Amsterdam	N/A	$2,422	N/A	Call Now!	48%

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