Viking Rurik

Viking Rurik

Extravagant palaces. World-renowned landmarks. Phenomenal ballet performances. Intricate art and architecture. These are some of the rewarding things you can discover onboard a Viking Rurik river cruise. Part of Viking River Cruises’ Russia fleet, Viking Rurik is one of the most elite ships on the Volga River. This incredible ship will bring on the journey of a lifetime with its beautiful Scandinavian design, delicious cuisine, and inclusive fares that make it easy for you to enjoy your time onboard.

Shore Excursions

When you sail onboard Viking Rurik in 2020, you will get a world-class taste of Russian culture. You will spend 13 days touring 7 ports (including overnight stays in Moscow and St. Petersburg), with the option to participate in 10 complimentary guided tours. There are also optional for-fee excursions that you can add to your day to make your time onshore even more exciting. While spending time onboard, you can take advantage of a wonderful onboard enrichment program, often consisting of local performances, presentations, lectures, and more.

Dining Options

You’re invited to get a taste of authentic Russian-inspired dishes in Viking Rurik’s main dining room. Multicourse dinners take your senses on a magnificent journey, serving up all sorts of local dishes. Breakfast and lunch buffets keep you full and satisfied throughout the day. Always-available menus ensure that you’ll never go hungry, even if you’re not crazy about the regionally-inspired offerings. House wines, sodas, and beer are served complimentary with each lunch and dinner. You can also grab a cocktail or other drink in the onboard bar.

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Ship Highlights

Inclusive Value

There’s no better value on the Russian riverways than Viking Rurik. What’s usually extra on other cruise lines is included in your cruise fare with Viking. Here’s what comes with your cruise cost:

• One complimentary shore excursion per port of call

• Free Wi-Fi
• UNESCO Site visits
• Enrichment lectures
• Destination Performances
• Beer, wine, and soft drinks with onboard lunch and dinner
• 24-hour specialty coffees, teas, & bottled water
• Port taxes and fees
• Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase

The accommodations onboard Viking Rurik do not disappoint. Opulently designed for your comfort, each stateroom and suite feature a magnificent river view, plus tons of other wonderful amenities like heated bathroom floors, plenty of storage space, and more.

Culture Curriculum

Learning and discovering is the highlight of all Viking Rurik cruises. Complimentary excursions, optional for-fee experiences, onboard enrichment, and Viking Rurik’s curated library all make for wonderful hands-on learning experiences. Some of the immersive things you may get to do onshore include:

• Visiting the GUM Department store in Moscow's Red Square
• Experience the cities of St. Petersburg and Moscow by night
• Go into the Kremlin and tour its historic buildings
• Cruise along the scenic Moscow Canal

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