Viking Heimdal

Viking Heimdal

Embark on the most in-depth adventure in France and take a spectacular Viking Heimdal cruise along the Rhone and Rhine Rivers. Part of Viking River Cruises' Longship® fleet, this small ship represents the Norse Guardian of the Gods. According to Norse Mythology, Heimdal used his gift of sight and hearing to protect the gods of those times. Like Heimdal, you too can indulge in all five senses when you sail onboard the namesake ship. Viking Heimdal takes you through the wonderful ports of France, making stops at highly sought-after destinations like Avignon, Arles, Viviers, and Lyon. You can see, hear, smell, and taste the cultural delights of France, as well as get a chance to participate in hands-on workshops and demonstrations. Combined with Viking’s inclusive fares, all river-view staterooms, and the finest cuisine around, this European cruise will not disappoint.

Shore Excursions

The primary focus of all Viking Heimdal cruises is deep cultural immersion. In exchange for all the bells and whistles of larger cruise ships, this vessel is small enough to visit quaint ports, and has an outstanding onboard enrichment program, taking you one step further into local culture, history, and traditions. Every port includes one free shore excursion. You can also upgrade to a paid excursion for smaller group sizes, more centralized topics, and exclusive behind-the-scenes opportunities. During an excursion, you might get to visit the famous Normandy beaches of WWII, visit vineyards, and even taste your way through Lyon. Onboard enrichment programming brings your onshore experiences to life through port talks, lectures, musical performances, tastings, classes, and cuisine.

Dining Options

Don’t settle for another boring meal. Onboard Viking Heimdal, it’s easy to put yourself in the shoes of a local by indulging in regionally-inspired cuisine! Carefully made from fresh ingredients, every dinner is reflective of where you went that day and is served as a five-course masterpiece. Lunch and dinner buffets are held on the Aquavit Terrace, cooked on a small gas grill. When the weather is nice, the terrace is a great place to enjoy a meal. Breakfast and lunch buffets are also served in the main dining room, providing you with tons of delicious options, suitable for every taste. 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

The Library

The library onboard Viking Heimdal is small, but don’t be fooled by its size. This is a curated library, filled with books to supplement your onshore adventures and learn about fascinating subjects, like the history of the Vikings. You will discover many comfortable places to sit back and read, such as the Lounge and the Aquavit Terrace. You can even go up on the sun deck and catch some rays while you dig into the pages of a book on exploring!

Comfortable Lounge

The Lounge and Bar is the central gathering place for guests. In the evening, you’ll find enrichment activities such as lectures and presentations taking place. During the day, this is a great public area to relax and unwind. The huge floor-to-ceiling windows provide a spectacular view of the outside. Ordering a drink from the bar is easy and you might even stumble upon light snacks. Being such a popular public area, chances are you’ll have the chance to connect with new friends here and share your passions for learning and river cruising.

Sun Deck

The Sun Deck has such a relaxing ambiance that you may never want to leave. This area offers the most stunning panoramic views, making for numerous photo opportunities! Up on the Sun Deck, you’ll discover a walking track where you can get in some light exercise before you go off on an excursion. You can also admire the live herb garden, where some of the herbs you see will likely be used in your dinner!

Cultural Highlights

The opportunity to heighten your knowledge is around every corner on a Viking Heimdal cruise. No matter how you like to take in your information, you’ll be able to do it onboard this ship. If you’re a reader, you can enjoy the fabulous non-fiction selection available in the library. Watchers will love the multimedia presentations held during port talks. Listeners are certain to find the engaging guest lectures pleasing and stimulating. Tasters can enjoy the various wine tastings and cooking demonstrations onboard. Hands-on learners can take part in cooking classes, and are certain to be interested in the available workshops offered during excursions.

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