Readers ask: Which Excursions Are Worth Paying For On The Viking Budapest To Bucharest River Cruise?

How do I get the best deal on a Viking River cruise?

Here are nine tips to help you get the best value out of your river cruise:

1. Book early for selection or book late for discounts.
2. Ask questions about what’s included.
3. Consider opting for a “French balcony” for more space.
4. Compare apples to apples.
5. You can save by booking a lower deck cabin.
6. Organize a group and save.

Are excursions included on Viking River Cruises?

Shore excursions are included in the fare for these river cruise companies: AmaWaterways, A-ROSA (see note below), Avalon Waterways, Emerald Waterways, Grand Circle, Scenic Cruises, Tauck, Uniworld and Viking River Cruises.

How much do Viking excursions cost?

Viking Ocean has an included tour as well as several optional tours which are priced at an upsell rate of between $50-$200, which is also different from the river cruises (where most tours are included and there are few optional tours).

Is Viking silver spirits package worth it?

The beverage package is well worth the price if you prefer a cocktail rather than beer or wine and if you wish to enjoy a drink before or after dinner. The included wine and beer is only during lunch and dinner. The package allows the top brands.

Does Viking cruises have last minute deals?

If you’ve been a reader of our website and newsletter, you’re certain to know that we’ve been offering our clients and readers a fairly stable diet of last – minute, unadvertised specials on Viking River Cruises over the past year.

Are Viking River Cruises Worth the money?

At the end of the day, when it comes to river cruising, you get what you pay for. Viking is certainly not the cheapest option on the water, but, they may just be the best. It may take a bit longer to save for a Viking cruise, but, it is definitely worth it – because YOU are worth it!

Can you bring your own alcohol on a Viking River cruise?

Can I bring alcoholic and other beverages on board? Guests may bring alcohol and beverages with them or purchase alcohol ashore at destinations that sell alcohol. Alcohol can be consumed in the guest’s stateroom or in public spaces, including dining venues. There is no corkage fee.

Can you do laundry on a Viking River cruise?

Viking River Cruises: Laundry service is available on board; unfortunately clothes cannot be dry cleaned.

What is the tipping policy on Viking River Cruises?

$10 per person, per day, Viking tour escort. Credit card or cash in envelopes. Tips in Egypt, Southeast Asia Portugal must be cash-only.

What does Viking cruise include?

Viking Inclusive Value

• One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call.
• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
• Visits to UNESCO Sites.
• Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances.
• Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner.
• 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water.
• Port taxes & fees.

Does Viking have land tours?

Land Tours Our partners offer a vast range of escorted and hosted tours in all over the world. Africa, Asia, Europe, North America and South America are all available to you. You will never feel rushed or harried on these itineraries.

What is privileged access on Viking cruises?

Privileged Access Visit seldom-seen collections with before- and after-hours access to world-class museums; be a special guest at private homes and palaces not open to just anyone; or attend cultural performances of folklore, ballet and opera to get an insider’s view during these private tours.

Has Viking Cancelled any 2021 cruises?

Because a variety of travel restrictions in some regions of the world continue to make international and cruise ship travel particularly complicated, we have made the decision to cancel select previously scheduled 2021 departures on Viking Jupiter, Viking Sea, Viking Sky, Viking Star and Viking Venus.

What is included in Viking silver spirits package?

The Viking Ocean Cruises Silver Spirits beverage package includes any drink up to $15, throughout the day and anywhere on the ship; The Chef’s Table premium wine pairing; and 15% off premium beverages, Armagnacs and bottles of wine over $50.

Are drinks free on Viking cruises?

Free drinks can be hard to come by on a cruise. But on Viking Cruises, your bar bill will be zilch if you stick with wine or beer at lunch and dinner – nice, right? On both of Viking’s river and ocean cruises, wine and beer is complimentary during these meals.