Paris to the Swiss Alps

11 nights from £4,395pp commencing Saturday 9th May 2026

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	9th09	MayMay	202626	2 nights accommodation before your cruise
	11th11	MayMay	202626	Basel, Switzerland, embark on the Viking Herja
Basel is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the Swiss, French and German borders. It is located on the bend of the River Rhine and benefits from a Mediterranean climate. It is the third most populated city in Switzerland and has been the commercial hub for Swiss arts and culture since the Renaissance. In 1967 the people of Basel voted to acquire two paintings by Picasso, who was so moved by the Basel people that he donated 3 paintings and a study to the city's Kunstmuseum (Museum of Fine Arts). Visit the Augusta Raurica, one of the largest Roman archaeology parks in Switzerland, and enjoy a river crossings over the River Rhine by non-motorised ferries. During the summer months, time is spent outdoors, either swimming in the River Rhine, dining al fresco, enjoying open air concerts, cinema, street parties and festivals. Basel is home to over 20 restaurants that have won GaultMillau or Michelin awards, and boasts Switzerland's largest collection of theatre shows, including modern contemporary dance, touring and puppetry theatre.
	12th12	MayMay	202626	Strasbourg, France
	13th13	MayMay	202626	Speyer, Germany
Speyer is a town located in southwest Germany situated beside the river Rhine. Originally founded by the Romans, it is one of the oldest settlements in Germany and is situated in the popular wine growing region of the Palatinate. A key attraction of Speyer is the Historical Museum of the Palatinate, which is one of the most celebrated culture-history museums in Germany. It features five permanent collections including Prehistory, Roman Times, Cathedral Treasury, Modern Era and Wine Museum. Not far from the museum, visitors will find the Imperial Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is considered the largest preserved Romanesque church in Europe. Originally constructed by Konrad II, this magnificent and looming building was intended to demonstrate the Lord’s religio-political claim to power against the papacy. Speyer has been producing wine since its Roman beginnings and wine tasting, festivals and events are popular all year round. The town is popular for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling as well as guided walking tours of the town.
	14th14	MayMay	202626	Mainz, Germany
	15th15	MayMay	202626	Cruising
	15th15	MayMay	202626	Koblenz, Germany
Located in the West of the country, Koblenz is one of the oldest cities in Germany. It is situated on both banks of the river Rhine, at its confluence with the Moselle River. The beginnings of Koblenz can be traced back to its military beginnings around 8 BC. The city is rich in its history and heritage and is easily explored on foot. Take the cable car crossing over the river Rhine for spectacular aerial views or enjoy the city from the one thousand year old fortress, Ehrenbreitstein. The upper middle Rhine Valley is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and its unique landscape can be enjoyed and discovered through the interactive multimedia journey at the Romanticum. Historical and architectural sites of interest include Stolzenfels Castle, the Electoral Palace of Koblenz and Old Town. From the romantic winding streets and small squares of Old Town, stroll through the alleyways from the Church of the Holy Virgin to the St Kastor Basilica and enjoy the picturesque buildings and squares along the way. Koblenz is also very popular for its Riesling and strong Spatburgunder wines since the Romans introduced it two thousand years ago.
	15th15	MayMay	202626	Winningen, Germany
	16th16	MayMay	202626	Cochem, Germany
	17th17	MayMay	202626	Bernkastel-Kues, Germany
	17th17	MayMay	202626	Trier, Germany
	18th18	MayMay	202626	Trier, Germany, disembark the Viking Herja
	18th18	MayMay	202626	2 nights accommodation following your cruise
	20th20	MayMay	202626	Check out of accommodation

Viking Herja

Launch Year

2016

Tonnage

5,000

Capacity

190

Cabins

Accessible

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Explorer Suite (ES)

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
ES	Explorer Suite	£12,395	£12,395

Stateroom size: 445 sq ft (includes private veranda)
River-view suite with private wraparound balcony offering 270-degree views off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters
12 PM Embarkation
12 PM priority stateroom access
Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
42" flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, CNBC, CNN, FOX & more
Additional 42" flat-screen TV in sitting room
110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
Premium Freyja® toiletries
Plush robes & slippers
Telephone, safe, refrigerator
Individual climate control
Bottled water replenished daily
Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
Binoculars
Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Complimentary in-room breakfast service
Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
Silver Spirits beverage package included
Private arrival/departure transfer in destination
Under-bed suitcase storage space
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Complimentary Viking Air Plus

Veranda Stateroom (A, B)

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
B	Veranda Stateroom	£6,295	£6,295
A	Veranda Stateroom	£6,395	£6,395

Stateroom size: 205 sq ft (includes private veranda)
River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
12 PM Embarkation
3 PM stateroom access
Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
42" flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, CNBC, CNN, FOX & more
110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
Premium Freyja® toiletries
Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
Telephone, safe, refrigerator
Individual climate control
Bottled water replenished daily
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Under-bed suitcase storage space
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers

Veranda Suite (AA)

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
AA	Veranda Suite	£9,195	£9,195

Stateroom size: 275 sq ft (includes private veranda)
River-view suite with full-size veranda off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French Balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters
12 PM Embarkation
12 PM priority stateroom access
Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
42" flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, CNBC, CNN, FOX & more
Additional 32" flat-screen TV in sitting room
110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
Premium Freyja® toiletries
Plush robes & slippers
Telephone, safe, refrigerator
Individual climate control
Bottled water replenished daily
Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
Binoculars
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
Under-bed suitcase storage space
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Complimentary Viking Air Plus

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

Restaurant

Enjoy a multicourse meal featuring regional cuisine and always available classics in the Restaurant, an upscale dining venue with panoramic windows with ever-changing views.

The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.

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Holiday Summary

	Return flights including luggage allowance
	Overseas Transfers
	2 nights in a hotel before your cruise
	7 nights cruising on the Rhine, Moselle
	2 nights in a hotel following your cruise
	Deluxe ensuite accommodation with river view
	Beer, wine and soft drinks at lunch & dinner
	Alternative restaurant with lighter meals
	One complimentary shore excursion in every port
	Free Wi-Fi included
	Complimentary tea and coffee
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£4,395pp
E	Standard	£4,495pp
F	Standard	£4,395pp

Balcony staterooms from		£5,595pp
A	Veranda Stateroom	£6,395pp
B	Veranda Stateroom	£6,295pp
C	French Balcony	£5,795pp
D	French Balcony	£5,595pp

Suite staterooms from		£9,195pp
ES	Explorer Suite	£12,395pp
AA	Veranda Suite	£9,195pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£4,395pp
E	Standard	£4,495pp
F	Standard	£4,395pp

Balcony staterooms from		£5,595pp
A	Veranda Stateroom	£6,395pp
B	Veranda Stateroom	£6,295pp
C	French Balcony	£5,795pp
D	French Balcony	£5,595pp

Suite staterooms from		£9,195pp
ES	Explorer Suite	£12,395pp
AA	Veranda Suite	£9,195pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£4,395pp
E	Standard	£4,495pp
F	Standard	£4,395pp

Balcony staterooms from		£5,595pp
A	Veranda Stateroom	£6,395pp
B	Veranda Stateroom	£6,295pp
C	French Balcony	£5,795pp
D	French Balcony	£5,595pp

Suite staterooms from		£9,195pp
ES	Explorer Suite	£12,395pp
AA	Veranda Suite	£9,195pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£4,395pp
E	Standard	£4,495pp
F	Standard	£4,395pp

Balcony staterooms from		£5,595pp
A	Veranda Stateroom	£6,395pp
B	Veranda Stateroom	£6,295pp
C	French Balcony	£5,795pp
D	French Balcony	£5,595pp

Suite staterooms from		£9,195pp
ES	Explorer Suite	£12,395pp
AA	Veranda Suite	£9,195pp

Oceanview staterooms from		£4,395pp
E	Standard	£4,495pp
F	Standard	£4,395pp

Balcony staterooms from		£5,595pp
A	Veranda Stateroom	£6,395pp
B	Veranda Stateroom	£6,295pp
C	French Balcony	£5,795pp
D	French Balcony	£5,595pp

Suite staterooms from		£9,195pp
ES	Explorer Suite	£12,395pp
AA	Veranda Suite	£9,195pp