Viking River Cruises

Known for contemporary style, spacious accommodations, and flexible travel experiences.

Overview

DWB Vacations can help you discover why Viking River Cruises is one of the world’s most recognized and beloved river cruise brands. Known for elegant ships, destination-focused itineraries, and enriching cultural experiences, Viking is ideal for travelers who appreciate history, art, local culture, and immersive exploration. Their modern Viking Longships® and river vessels feature sleek Scandinavian-inspired design, panoramic views, spacious accommodations, and attentive service that creates a relaxed yet refined atmosphere onboard.

Viking sails Europe’s most iconic waterways — including the Danube, Rhine, Seine, Rhône, Main, and Douro Rivers — as well as unforgettable journeys along the Nile in Egypt, the Mekong in Southeast Asia, and even the Mississippi River in the United States. With included excursions, regionally inspired cuisine, and thoughtfully curated onboard enrichment, DWB Vacations can help you experience the world’s rivers in comfort, style, and meaningful depth.

River Options

Nile River Ships

Egypt Cultural Journeys

Mississippi River

America’s Great River

Mekong & Asia

Southeast Asia Exploration

Viking Nile River Ships

Egypt Cultural Journeys
For travelers seeking a Viking Nile River cruise in Egypt, Viking operates a dedicated fleet of elegant ships designed specifically for the Nile’s unique conditions. These smaller vessels carry approximately 82 guests, offering a more intimate experience while sailing between Luxor and Aswan. Ships in this fleet include Viking Sekhmet, Viking Amun, Viking Anubis, Viking Geb, Viking Ptah, Viking Sobek, and Viking Thoth. Each ship features spacious staterooms, sun decks with pools, and interiors inspired by Egypt’s rich heritage. These ships are perfect for history lovers searching for the best way to see the pyramids and temples by river.

Mississippi River

America’s Great River
Expanding beyond international waterways, Viking also sails the Mississippi River aboard the purpose-built Viking Mississippi. Unlike the European Longships, this vessel is significantly larger, accommodating approximately 386 guests, and was specifically designed for American river cruising. With all outside staterooms, multiple dining venues, and expansive viewing areas, Viking Mississippi delivers a modern approach to classic U.S. river cruising.

Mekong & Asia River Ships

Southeast Asia Exploration
For those drawn to exotic destinations, Viking offers immersive itineraries along the Mekong River in Vietnam and Cambodia, as well as new sailings on India’s Brahmaputra River. Ships serving these routes include Viking Saigon, Viking Tonle, and Viking Brahmaputra. These smaller vessels carry around 80 guests and are designed for navigating Southeast Asia’s narrower waterways while providing panoramic views, private verandas, and culturally enriching shore excursions.Guests on these Vietnam Cambodia luxury river cruise will find these ships provide an intimate yet refined experience.

Why Ship Differences Matter

While Viking maintains a consistent Scandinavian design philosophy across its fleet, the key differences between ships lie in region, guest capacity, and itinerary style. The Viking Longships® dominate Europe with their 190-guest layout and iconic Aquavit Terrace; the Nile ships offer a boutique 82-guest Egypt experience; the Viking Mississippi provides a larger American river cruise; and the Mekong and Brahmaputra ships deliver smaller, culturally immersive journeys in Asia.