Russian ships formed the basis of the cruise fleet Viking River Cruises. From shopping in Russia 4 river cruise ships began in 1997 the company's history. Then, as its founders were the Germans and the Dutch. Today the company is owned by a corporation based in the United States. Viking River Cruises is the largest company offering river cruises.
River - the element Viking River Cruises. Currently cruises can be found at rivers around the globe. Volga, Rhine, Yangtze, Danube, Dnieper - all these river cruises today are covered by Viking River Cruises.
The company operates within the package "all inclusive". In the edition of Viking River Cruises, this means that the price includes accommodation, meals, shore excursions, but for alcoholic beverages will have to pay separately. Also the price is not included flight.
Cabins on ships Viking River Cruises furnished no worse hotel room. They include a TV, telephone, air conditioning, spacious beds, bathroom. some rooms have French balconies.
Most luxurious ships of today are considered Viking Century Star and Viking Century Sky. These five-star cruise ships operate on a cruise along the Yangtze in China.
In 2012, the company expects a massive fleet replenishment. Just six ships of a new class of Viking Longships will take to the trails. In March 2012, we expect the presentation of four ships: Viking Freya, Viking Idun, Viking Njord and Viking Odin. In the summer of 2011 must pass the presentation of two more ships - Viking Embla and Viking Aegir. On these ships will be shown a number of innovations, including advanced suites Explorer, spacious rooms and an area of ??about 80 square meters.
