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Trip Namecastles & cathedrals : rhine river getaway

DepartsMar 62026

Duration7Nights

Shipviking gyda

Cruise Typeriver cruises

Fares From$2,750 PP

Cruise CodeCW2025082964

itinerary
what's included
cabins & suites
land programs
ship details
onboard activities

Itinerary & Excursions

A list of all excursions and itineraries.
Day	Date	Port	Arrive	Depart
1	Mar 6Fri	Basel, Switzerland	-	-
2	Mar 7Sat	Breisach, Germany	-	-
3	Mar 8Sun	Strasbourg, France	-	-
4	Mar 9Mon	Speyer, Germany	-	-
5	Mar 10Tue	Koblenz, Germany	-	-
6	Mar 11Wed	Cologne, Germany	-	-
7	Mar 12Thu	Kinderdijk, The Netherlands	-	-
8	Mar 13Fri	Amsterdam, The Netherlands	-	-

8 Days | 6 Guided Tours |4 Countries

Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and stunning scenery of the Middle Rhine—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. With calls in Amsterdam, Cologne and Basel, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.

What's Included

Hotel-style Accomodation

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Snacks

Soft Drinks & Water

World-Class Shows & Entertainment

Pool & hot tubs

Gym & Fitness Center

Spa & 5-star Amenities

Port taxes & charges

Shuttle from Port to city where applicable

Complimentary Room Service

Guided Excursions

Tips & Gratuities

Drinks Package

Free Wifi

Suites, Fares & Availability

Explorer Suite

Suite | Queen Bed | 445 Sq ft

River-view suite with private wrap around balcony offering 270-degree views off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters

Early Embarkation and priority stateroom access (12pm)

Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows

Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)

Flat-screen TV with selection of live TV channels, Movies On Demand

Additional flat-screen TV in sitting area

110/220 volt outlets & USB ports

Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated floor & hair dryer

Premium Freyja® toiletries with Plush robes & slippers

Telephone, safe, refrigerator, Binoculars

Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate

Personal coffee machine with premium coffee & tea selections
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Complimentary in-room breakfast service
Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
Silver Spirits beverage package included
Private arrival/departure transfer in destination
Under-bed storage space with roomy wardrobe
Complimentary Viking Air Plus (US & CA only)

Veranda Suite (AA, AB)

Suite | Queen Bed | 302 sq ft

The most spacious and luxury suite you will find on the ship, beautifully designed with larger balcony for stunning river view, comes with array of amenities

River-view suite with full-size veranda off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French Balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters

Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
Additional flat-screen TV in sitting area
110/220 volt outlets
Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
Premium Freyja® toiletries, Plush robes & slippers
Telephone, safe, refrigerator and Individual climate control
Bottled water replenished daily
Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
Binoculars
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Complimentary laundry & shoe shine services
Under-bed suitcase storage space
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Complimentary Viking Air Plus (US & CA onl

Veranda Stateroom (A, B)

Balcony | Queen Bed | 205 sq ft

Spacious River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda size: 185 sq ft (includes private veranda), Daily house keeping and turn down service. In room Amenities including mini bar

Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi
Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
110/220 volt outlets
Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
Premium Freyja® toiletries
Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
Telephone, safe, refrigerator
Individual climate control
Bottled water replenished daily
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Under-bed suitcase storage space
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers

French Balcony Stateroom (C, D)

River View Room | Queen Bed | 150 sq ft

River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) with attached bath. Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping

Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi
Flat-screen TV with infotainment system featuring a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
110/220 volt outlets
Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
Premium Freyja® toiletries
Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
Telephone, safe, refrigerator
Individual climate control
Bottled water replenished daily

Under-bed suitcase storage space
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers

Standard Stateroom (E, F)

Sealed Window | Queen Bed | 155 Sq Ft

Spacious River-view stateroom with half-height picture window comes with abundance of extra perks and amenities, there is no finer way to travel.

Stateroom Features:

Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows
Free Wi-Fi
Flat-screen TV with a selection of live TV channels, complimentary Movies On Demand and in-house programming
110/220 volt outlets
Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, anti-fog mirror & hair dryer
Premium Freyja® toiletries
Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
Telephone, safe, refrigerator
Individual climate control
Bottled water replenished daily
Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
Under-bed suitcase storage space
Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers

Land Programs & Hotels

Ship Details

Viking Gyda

The Viking River Ship Gyda offers an elegant and comfortable cruising experience along Europe’s rivers. Designed with modern amenities and Scandinavian style, it features spacious staterooms, a beautiful sun deck, and a variety of dining options. Guests can relax in well-appointed cabins, enjoy stunning river views, and take part in enriching shore excursions. The Gyda combines luxurious comfort with a relaxed atmosphere, providing an unforgettable way to explore some of Europe’s most picturesque destinations.

Named after the daughter of Eirik, King of Hordaland, Gyda is part of the Viking Longship series ships identical to her sister ships, Gyda features all ocean-view staterooms and purposely-built to navigate the beautiful Douro Rivers.

Occupancy106

Length262 ft (80 m)

Year built2025

RouteEurope Rivers and Douro