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Complimentary Beverages on Viking River Cruises

Viking is a very inclusive river cruise line. They provide complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks with onboard dinner and lunch service to enhance your dining experience.

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Viking Gullveig

Custom-built to provide you with the adventure of a lifetime, Viking Gullveig is a stunning river cruise ship that leaves behind the high energy of ocean liners, replacing it with in-depth cultural immersion. Simply settle in and let Viking take you along the Danube, as you discover the incredible culture, history, traditions, and lifestyle of this European river. Part of Viking River Cruises' Longship® fleet, the ship's name pays homage to the Powerful Norse Seer, whose quest for gold led to a war between Vanir and Aesir gods, according to Norse Mythology. When you take a Viking Gullveig cruise, you can count on a fabulous adventure.

 Sail to beautiful European destinations onboard Viking Gullveig!

Shore Excursions

Viking Gullveig currently offers 8-day cruises from Budapest to Regensburg and Passau, highlighting all the wonders of Europe on one itinerary. You can explore beautiful ports like Krems, Vienna, and others, living out the experience of your dreams. Every port of call includes one complimentary shore excursion. Depending on your itinerary, you might get to visit 3 to 4 different countries and partake in up to 6 guided tours! Every tour is led by an English-speaking local, who can provide a unique and original presentation of every port. Some of the exciting things you might do is visit active monasteries, tour medieval cities, and see wonderful architecture with your very own eyes. Onboard enrichment options such as port talks and guest lectures enhance your visits, truly bringing you up to speed on history, culture, and tradition.

Dining Options

Dinner time takes your taste buds on a gourmet journey, touring every port of call you visit with fresh dinners sourced from local ingredients. From the first appetizer all the way to dessert, you can re-experience your destination through your senses every night. The main dining room has tables for larger groups, making it easy for you to share stories with fellow passengers and create long-lasting friendships. Al fresco dining is available for lunch and dinner on the open-air Aquavit Terrace. It’s a great option for a casual, laid-back meal when the weather is nice during your European cruise. If you’re lucky, you might hear the tunes from the in-lounge pianist accompanying your meal. Complimentary wines, beers, and soft drinks are poured at lunch and dinner, truly topping off your meal.

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Ship Highlights

Inclusive Value

Viking Gullveig has an inclusive value that takes your river cruise from great to unbeatable. With other cruise lines, you usually have to pay out of pocket if you want to go on a shore excursion or enjoy a glass of wine or beer with dinner. It’s all included with your European cruise. Here’s what else you get:

  • 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.

Viking Gullveig’s intimate size makes it easier for staff and crew to give you personalized attention. You will also get your choice of stateroom, a rarity with river ships! You can choose from a picture window view, a French balcony stateroom, or a full-sized Veranda suite! Explorer Suites are also available, providing you with the best of the best in accommodations.

 The Bar and Lounge aboard Viking Gullveig.

Lounge and Bar

The Lounge & Bar is the main hub of social activity onboard Viking Gullveig. It is also a wonderful place to relax and unwind in between excursions and enrichment activities. The vast floor-to-ceiling windows offer an incredible view of the landscape. Comfortable furnishings make for a great place to sit and read a book, enjoy a cocktail from the bar, or socialize with fellow passengers. Enrichment activities take place here, often utilizing the pulldown movie screens for film viewings and presentations.

Explorer Suites

There are two Explorer Suites onboard Viking Gullveig, boasting some of the highest square footage on the European rivers. Measuring 445 square feet, these magnificent accommodations feature wraparound balconies with 270-degree views, an additional French balcony, two flat-screen TVs with on-demand infotainment, early check-in, complimentary laundry service, welcome champagne, a fully-stocked mini-bar, and more. If you want to accentuate your Viking Gullveig cruise with lavish accommodations, consider going all out in one of the Explorer Suites!

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Accommodations

Viking Gullveig Staterooms

Stateroom Guide at a Glance

Every type of stateroom on Viking Gullveig, with its booking categories, size and where it is on the ship. Select a deck number to open that deck plan.

Stateroom types on Viking Gullveig
Stateroom type Categories Approx. size Where on the ship
Explorer Suite ES 445 sq. ft. including balcony Aft, deck 3
Veranda Suite AA 275 sq. ft. including balcony Mid-ship, deck 3
Veranda Stateroom A B 205 sq. ft. including balcony Mid-ship and aft, decks 2 and 3
French Balcony Stateroom C D 135 sq. ft. including balcony Mid-ship and aft, deck 2; aft, deck 3
Standard Stateroom E F 150 sq. ft. Mid-ship, deck 1

Sizes are approximate, and some staterooms in a category differ in size or layout.

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All Viking Gullveig staterooms and suites include:
  • River views.
  • 110/220 volt outlets and USB ports.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • Bottled water replenished daily.
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment system.
  • Hotel-style bed with optional twin-bed configuration.
  • Luxury linens and pillows.
  • Individual climate control.
  • Refrigerator.
  • Security safe.
  • Hair dryer.
  • Private bathroom with a shower.
  • Heated bathroom floors and an anti-fog mirror.
  • Premium Freyja® toiletries.
  • Plush robes and slippers.
  • Stateroom steward and twice-daily housekeeping.

Suites

If you’re a traveler who wants the best of the best, then booking a Suite aboard Viking Gullveig is the way to go. From the most living and storage space to extra perks, larger bathrooms, and faster, more personalized service, Suites have everything you need for an unforgettable experience. These suites are some of the largest found on the European waterways! They are an especially great value during longer cruises when you can enjoy the space and amenities for longer, including:

  • Priority suite access;
  • Complimentary laundry;
  • Additional flat-screen TV;
  • Mini-bar and much more.

Explorer Suite

Category Approx. size Location
ES 445 sq. ft. Upper (Deck 3) (aft)

Sizes include the balcony.

Enhance your river cruise even further by booking an Explorer Suite aboard Viking Gullveig. Only two are available for booking. These are the largest suites, measuring 445 sq. ft. Features include:

  • Embarkation at 12 p.m.;
  • Suite access at 12 p.m.;
  • Private wraparound balcony;
  • French balcony with a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door;
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (can convert to twins) with luxury linens and pillows;
  • Two flat-screen TVs with infotainment system;
  • Spacious private bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, heated floors, an anti-fog mirror, and a hair dryer;
  • Plush robes and slippers;
  • Welcome champagne;
  • Mini-bar with wine, beer, and soft drinks (replenished daily);
  • Daily fruit plate;
  • Binoculars;
  • Personal coffee machine with premium coffee and tea selections;
  • Silver Spirits beverage package included;
  • Private arrival/departure transfer in destination;
  • Complimentary laundry and shoe shine services;
  • Complimentary in-room breakfast service;
  • Complimentary Viking Air Plus (US and CA only), and more.

Veranda Suite

Category Approx. size Location
AA 275 sq. ft. Upper (Deck 3) (mid-ship)

Sizes include the balcony.

Live luxuriously on the river in a spacious Veranda Suite on a Viking Gullveig cruise. These accommodations feature:

  • Embarkation at 12 p.m.;
  • Suite access at 12 p.m.;
  • Full-sized balcony off the living room;
  • French balcony with a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door;
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (can convert to twins) with luxury linens and pillows;
  • Two flat-screen TVs with infotainment system;
  • Spacious private bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, heated floors, an anti-fog mirror, and a hair dryer;
  • Plush robes and slippers;
  • Welcome champagne;
  • Mini-bar with wine, beer, and soft drinks (replenished daily);
  • Daily fruit plate;
  • Binoculars;
  • Complimentary laundry and shoe shine services;
  • Complimentary Viking Air Plus (US and CA only), and more.

Balcony

Balcony staterooms are more expensive than Oceanviews, but provide a much more elevated experience. In some cases (depending on the ship and category) you’ll get extra living and storage space, plus amenities that may not fit in smaller accommodations. Balcony staterooms are perfect for travelers who wish to spend a decent amount of time relaxing in privacy. Balconies bring you closer to the passing scenery and wildlife, providing an up close and personal view.

They also tend to be closer to public areas, which means you won’t need to go far to change or drop something to your room.

Veranda Stateroom

Category Approx. size Location
A 205 sq. ft. Upper (Deck 3) (mid-ship and aft)
B 205 sq. ft. Middle (Deck 2) (mid-ship and aft)

Sizes include the balcony.

Veranda Staterooms provide you with everything you need for an enjoyable Viking Gullveig cruise. These accommodations feature:

  • Embarkation at 12 p.m.;
  • Stateroom access at 3 p.m.;
  • Full-sized balcony with a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door;
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (can convert to twins) with luxury linens and pillows;
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment system;
  • Private bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, heated floors, an anti-fog mirror, and a hair dryer;
  • Plush robes and slippers (upon request);
  • Bottled water replenished daily;
  • Stateroom steward and twice-daily housekeeping, and more.

French Balcony Stateroom

Category Approx. size Location
C 135 sq. ft. Upper (Deck 3) (aft)
D 135 sq. ft. Middle (Deck 2) (mid-ship and aft)

Sizes include the balcony.

French Balcony Staterooms are spacious balcony accommodations onboard Viking Gullveig, featuring:

  • Embarkation at 12 p.m.;
  • Stateroom access at 3 p.m.;
  • French balcony with a floor-to-ceiling sliding door;
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (can convert to twins) with luxury linens and pillows;
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment system;
  • Private bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, heated floors, an anti-fog mirror, and a hair dryer;
  • Plush robes and slippers (upon request);
  • Bottled water replenished daily;
  • Stateroom steward and twice-daily housekeeping, and more.

Oceanview

For a budget-friendly stateroom that still provides a view of the outside, you might consider booking an Oceanview stateroom. These staterooms are generally similar in size to balcony staterooms.

Standard Stateroom

Category Approx. size Location
E 150 sq. ft. Main (Deck 1) (mid-ship)
F 150 sq. ft. Main (Deck 1) (mid-ship)

Get comfortable in beautiful Standard Stateroom accommodations aboard Viking Gullveig, offering some great amenities:

  • Embarkation at 12 p.m.;
  • Stateroom access at 3 p.m.;
  • Half-height picture window;
  • Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (can convert to twins) with luxury linens and pillows;
  • Flat-screen TV with infotainment system;
  • Private bathroom with accessible shower, heated floors, an anti-fog mirror, and a hair dryer;
  • Plush robes and slippers (upon request);
  • Bottled water replenished daily;
  • Stateroom steward and twice-daily housekeeping, and more.

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Deck Plans

Viking Gullveig Deck Plans

Main (Deck 1)

Where Main (Deck 1) is on Viking Gullveig

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Main (Deck 1) deck plan for Viking Gullveig
Main (Deck 1), Viking Gullveig
FAQs

Viking Gullveig FAQs

Quick answers about Viking Gullveig, from the details on this page.

When was Viking Gullveig built?

Viking Gullveig entered service in 2015, built by Neptun Werft GmbH.

How many passengers does Viking Gullveig carry?

Viking Gullveig carries 190 guests at double occupancy. A crew of 53 looks after them, about one crew member for every 3.6 guests.

How big is Viking Gullveig?

Viking Gullveig measures 5,000 gross tons, 443 feet long and 95 feet wide. Its deck plans show 4 passenger decks.

What kinds of staterooms are on Viking Gullveig?

Viking Gullveig has 95 staterooms in 8 booking categories, grouped into three types: Suites, Balcony and Oceanview. The Accommodations tab lists every category with its size and the decks it is on.

Which staterooms on Viking Gullveig have a balcony?

48 staterooms on Viking Gullveig have a private balcony. Every stateroom in the Suites and Balcony types has one.

How many decks does Viking Gullveig have?

Viking Gullveig has 4 passenger decks, numbered 1 to 4. Staterooms are on decks 1 to 3.

What dining times does Viking Gullveig offer?

Viking Gullveig offers Open dining in its main dining room.

What kind of electrical outlets are in the staterooms on Viking Gullveig?

The cruise line lists the stateroom power as 110/220 AC. That includes the 110-volt power used in the United States.

Where is Viking Gullveig registered?

Viking Gullveig sails under the flag of Switzerland.

Photos provided are not guaranteed to accurately represent the room or space listed, and may be of a similar ship. All stateroom descriptions are subject to change. Some staterooms in the same category may have different furniture arrangements or be a different size than listed. Deck plans are subject to change. Please verify all information directly with the cruise line. We reserve the right to correct errors.