Viking Aegir

Viking Aegir

Experience Europe like never before by sailing the Rhine River onboard Viking Aegir! Part of Viking River Cruises’ Longship® fleet, Viking Aegir’s design is accentuated with stunning Scandinavian influences, personifying your experience with rich tradition. Viking Aegir is unlike other river cruise ships that take you to Europe. Onboard this ship, you can personalize your next river cruise with your choice of stateroom, including suites with full balconies. You’ll also discover a unique choice of onboard entertainment, on top of true cultural enrichment!

Shore Excursions

Since Viking Aegir sails the waterways of Europe, shore excursions are its true highlights. A complimentary shore excursion is offered in every port of call. In-depth port talks are offered the night before you arrive, so you can have a better understanding of your destination. These talks can help you understand new cultures and decide what landmarks you want to see. Additionally, for-fee excursions are available if you prefer a more intimate and specialized experience. All excursions are led by local, English-speaking guides who are more than happy to answer your questions. Keeping in line with The Viking Way, you can expect excursions that take you one step further, balancing usual excursion activities with rare, once-in-a-lifetime possibilities. Onboard entertainment goes hand-in-hand with the regions you visit. You will discover the opportunity to learn everywhere you turn. From a curated library to engaging guest lectures to tastings and beyond, there’s always a chance to try something new.

Dining Options

Dining onboard Viking Aegir takes you right back to the places you’re exploring through carefully prepared regional cuisine. The main dining room has a simple yet elegant design, hosting open-seating for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Dinner is especially noteworthy, featuring an expansive menu of appetizers, entrees, and desserts. There is also an always-available option if you don’t prefer the main entrees. Alternatively, you can choose to dine on the Aquavit Terrace, which offers a small buffet of familiar items like salads, sandwiches, burgers, and pastas. House wine, beer, and soft drinks come complimentary with lunch and dinner. You can always find light snacks being served in the lounge!

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Ship Highlights

Aquavit Terrace

Viking Aegir’s Aquavit Terrace is a spacious outdoor area that is furnished with cushioned wicker furniture, small tables, and a grill. Located forward, this terrace offers breathtaking views of the sunset and passing scenery. There’s nothing more romantic than sharing a casual dinner with the water right beside you, the warm pink sun accentuating the mood as you make a toast to new adventures. As an added plus, you can sometimes hear the soft tunes of the grand piano being played in the lounge. This added touch is just what you need to perfect your Aquavit Terrace experience.

Fine Dining

Satisfying your appetite for adventure is quite easy (and literal) onboard Viking Aegir. Experiencing European specialties that are adapted to your tastes has never been easier. Viking’s expert chefs leave no detail behind as they put their skills to work, serving you some of the finest cuisine you can find on a river ship. You will discover handcrafted dishes freshly prepared with seasonal vegetables sourced right from port. Homemade soups prepared from scratch and garnished with vibrant accents. Breakfast options include pastries, cereals, meats, eggs, fruit, and cheese. A typical lunch onboard Viking Aegir consists of creamy soups and garden-fresh salads. Don’t fill up too much, because dinner is a gourmet five-course meal, showcasing regional specialties. Adventure does not end once you get back on the ship! Complement your meal perfectly with regional wine pairings that will truly embody you in wherever you are visiting.

Cultural Highlights

Viking Aegir provides you with the perfect balance of on- and off-shore activities, making your time with Viking an immersive learning experience. Shore excursions will take you one step deeper, allowing you to see what life is like as a local. For instance, you might try your hand at wooden shoe-carving or learn how to bake apple strudels. Local tastings of cheese, liqueurs, coffees and other delicacies will captivate your senses and help you gain a deep appreciation for local life. Every itinerary includes special activities that will highlight the best of every destination.

Back onboard, you will discover even more ways to enhance your culture curriculum. Dig deeper into your destination through a series of onboard multimedia talks to learn more about the history and culture of where you’ve been, and where you’re going. Some of the things you can learn include key words and phrases of local languages, wines and cuisine of the region, stories about locals who became famous, the history of local landmarks or organizations, and much more!

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