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Viking River Cruises

Viking offers a rich variety of ways to explore every destination—and they support you at every step. With a combination of included excursions, thoughtfully curated optional experiences, and personalized guidance from Guest Services, you can enjoy a journey tailored to your interests and travel style.

Whether you prefer immersive guided tours, relaxed cultural experiences, or independent exploration, Viking ensures you can discover each port your way.

EXPLORE YOUR WAY

Every Viking river cruise includes a complimentary shore excursion in each port, led by knowledgeable local guides who bring history and culture to life. Beyond that, you can customize your experience with:

INCLUDED EXCURSIONS

  • Expert‑led walking tours
  • Panoramic city highlights
  • Visits to historic sites and cultural landmarks
  • Immersive introductions to each destination

OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS

For guests seeking deeper exploration, Viking offers a curated selection of optional experiences, such as:

  • Exclusive museum access
  • Wine tastings and culinary tours
  • Scenic drives through countryside and vineyards
  • Hands‑on cultural workshops
  • Privately guided experiences

YOU CAN CHOOSE TO:

  • Join a comprehensive guided tour
  • See the key highlights before exploring independently
  • Spend the day discovering the port at your own pace

Viking gives you the flexibility to shape your journey exactly as you wish.

MAKE THE MOST OF EVERY MOMENT ASHORE

Your excursions are enhanced by:

  • Vox or QuietVox® audio headsets, ensuring you hear your guide clearly
  • Detailed maps and destination guides available on board
  • A well‑stocked library with regional history and culture
  • The Viking Daily, delivered each evening, outlining the next day’s tours, activities, and onboard programs

Guest Services can also help you personalize your time ashore by recommending optional excursions or arranging independent activities.

GUEST SERVICES: PERSONALIZED SUPPORT, 24/7

Viking’s Guest Services team is available around the clock to help you make the most of your voyage. Their knowledgeable staff can assist with:

  • Reserving optional excursions
  • Arranging private guides or transportation
  • Recommending local restaurants and cultural events
  • Booking spa appointments (on ships where available)
  • Providing insider tips for independent exploration

Their extensive network of local contacts allows them to offer suggestions that turn each day into a unique, memorable experience. It’s one more way Viking ensures you enjoy your journey—your way.

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Seth Cruises

Big Fat Broadway Cruise - A Broadway Insider Experience on the Sea
Seth Rudetsky

As a pianist, Seth has performed in more than a dozen Broadway productions, including RAGTIME, LES MISÉRABLES, and THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, before making his Broadway acting debut in THE RITZ. His deep knowledge of musical theatre and effortless musicianship have made him a sought-after collaborator onstage and off.

Seth cowrote and starred in DISASTER! a show the New York Times praised as a “triumph,” and he continues to shape the conversation around Broadway through multiple platforms. He is the afternoon host of SiriusXM’s ON BROADWAY and the creator and host of the podcast SETH SPEAKS! where he interviews artists, shares insider stories, and celebrates musical theatre history.

A prolific writer and educator, Seth contributes a weekly column to Playbill.com, leads master classes nationwide, and tours with his acclaimed one-man show DECONSTRUCTING BROADWAY, blending performance, storytelling, and expert insight to entertain and inspire audiences of all ages. He is also appearing on an upcoming Broadway Cruise, bringing live performances, master classes, and behind-the-scenes conversations to fans at sea.

Viking River Cruises

Viking believes in offering you extraordinarily well-designed cruises that bring you closer to the cultures of the world. You sail into the heart of your destination—where new discoveries are just a short walk from your ship.

They have fine-tuned the art of exploring the world in comfort. From the Viking Longships® on Europe’s rivers to the elegant sister ships on the world’s great oceans and seas, their award-winning vessels have been thoughtfully engineered by nautical architects to bring the outside in. Graceful staterooms and suites were designed for ultimate comfort and serenity, and light-filled public spaces inspire and refresh you throughout your journey.