Viking Einar

Viking Einar

Celebrate the rich cultures and traditions of Europe onboard the eye-catching longship Viking Einar. Part of Viking River Cruises' Longship® fleet, this cruise ship is inspired by the Norse Earl of Orkney, a warrior who fought and won control over the Orkney and Shetland Islands. Viking Einar cruises take you to incredible destinations along the Rhine River, wasting no time with intense cultural immersion! From complimentary shore excursions to your choice of stateroom to fabulous-tasting regional cuisine, Viking Einar has it all for you. If you crave knowledge and learning, she presents the perfect balance of learning and hands-on experience. If you want to get to know Europe and the Rhine River better, then this is a European cruise for you.

Excursions and Enrichment

Viking Einar brings you where no other river cruise ship has brought you before. You can immerse yourself in port after port with a free excursion in each. There are also for-fee excursions that will take you on more specialized tours, also in smaller group sizes. All excursions are led by local English-speaking guides, who are knowledgeable and can answer all your questions. Onboard enrichment accentuates your onshore experiences, bringing them to life through port talks, lectures, books, presentations, and even cuisine. You’ll discover endless ways to embody the culture and traditions along the Rhine through all five senses.

Dining Options

Viking Einar serves some of the finest and freshest food on the Rhine River. Chefs meticulously prepare each dinner served in the Restaurant to present the flavors of every destination. If those flavors aren’t satisfying your tastes, an always-available menu of familiar classics is available. Share your passion for food with like-minded travelers on the Aquavit Terrace, where you can enjoy a casual lunch and dinner buffet with fresh river air! Imagine toasting your favorite glass of wine against the warm backdrop of a pink sunset as you close your eyes and taste the lands that you’re passing through. Complimentary house wines, beers, and sodas complete every meal. Always-available choices are plentiful, and light snacks are available in the lounge to hold you over between meals.

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Ship Highlights

Inclusive Value

On incredible Viking Einar cruises, you get to take advantage of Viking’s Inclusive Value! The ship has more complimentary features than any other cruise line offers. When you book with Viking, you can enjoy:

• One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call, including UNESCO site visits;
• Free Wi-Fi;
• Various onboard enrichment activities;
• Beer, wine, and soft drinks poured at lunch and dinner;
• Specialty coffees, teas, and bottled water all day;
• Port taxes and fees;
• Complimentary ground transfers when you purchase Viking Air.

Another spotlight feature of Viking Einar ship is the stateroom selection. She stands out because you can choose from a picture window view, a French balcony view, or a full-veranda view, a true rarity on the Rhine! You also get a full culture curriculum, all meals, complimentary access to the walking track and sports deck, 24-hour guest service, and so much more!

The Viking Way

“The Viking Way” is what sets a Viking Einar cruise apart from other river cruises. You can discover more itineraries, more destinations, and more authentic experiences. Apart from complimentary excursions, you can go even deeper and partake in behind-the-scenes looks, cultural highlight tours, and access otherwise restricted areas. For example, you might visit the home of a local host, fill up on a culinary tour, or even meet the area’s youngest locals – school children! “The Viking Way” takes you behind the closed doors of museums, cultural performances, and even inside famous landmarks!

True Cultural Immersion

When you sail onboard Viking Einar, you leave no stone unturned when it comes to enrichment, including pre- and post-travel! Viking provides all guests access to an online filmography list, which references movies that will help you learn more about a destination before you get there. You also gain exclusive access to reading lists and other videos that will help you prep for the actual experience! Onboard the Viking Einar ship is a curated library and plenty of other opportunities to learn as you go.

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