Viking Longship Idi

4.7/5 |

The Legendary Rhine River

Visit all the highlights of the legendary Rhine River on this cruise. You will see the many charming castles that command the riverbanks as you sail through Germany. Experience the lush landscape of the Black Forest region, explore Holland’s famous windmills and waterworks and take part in the inviting nightlife in Rüdesheim’s Drosselgasse.

 

Norse Heritage

Idi, the frost giant, is the brother of Thjazzi and Gangr, and the son of Olvadi who was extremely rich in gold. When Olvadi died, he left such a vast amount of gold that no scale could measure it. To divide their inheritance, Idi and his brothers each take as much gold as their giant mouths will hold. While Idi and Gangr are satisfied by their store of gold, their brother Thjazzi wants more. But his dastardly efforts are thwarted by the gods, and Thjazzi is defeated. Scholars believe that the Norse metaphor "Idi’s shining talk" comes from the story of Idi’s golden inheritance.

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Onboard Features

Aquavit Buffet

Aquavit Buffet


Aquavit Terrace

Aquavit Terrace


Viking Lounge

Viking Lounge


The Lounge

The Lounge


Library

Library


Walking Track

Walking Track


Sun Deck

Sun Deck


Herb Garden

Herb Garden


Herb Garden

Herb Garden


Activities & Services

Let Viking's staff treat you to personalized service, fine wines, and delicious, regional cuisine. Engage in immersive cultural activities, and take advantage of a wide array of amenities, from the onboard Congierge to shipwide Wi-Fi and 24-hour beverage bar.

It is customary to give cruise gratuities, subject to the guest's satisfaction of services rendered. Gratuities on board and on land are not included in the full fare.

  • Bath Amenities/Toiletries
  • Bath Robes
  • Complimentary Bottled Water (and/or Other Beverages)
  • Direct Dial Phone
  • Hair Dryer
  • In-Stateroom Movies
  • Minibar and/or Refrigerator
  • Private Safe
  • Slippers
  • Television / Radio

  • Bar(s)/Lounge(s)
  • Internet Caf
  • Library
  • Multi-Level Atrium

  • Internet Access
  • Classes and Workshops
  • Educational/Enrichment Programs
  • Guest Lecturers
  • Local Entertainment

  • Jogging Track

  • Boutique(s) (duty-free)
  • Concierge Desk
  • Laundry Service (nominal fee)

  • Al Fresco Dining
  • All Beverages Included In Cruise Fare
  • Dining Style: All Casual
  • Dining Style: Open Seating


  • Pregnancy Policy - Viking reserves the right not to accept passengers who are in an advanced state of pregnancy either upon commencement of or at any time during the river or ocean cruise.

  • Smoking Policy - All Viking ship interiors, staterooms, and verandas are non-smoking. Each ship has an outdoor smoking area, generally on the sun deck.

  • Special Dietary Needs - Advance Notice Required - Viking will make every effort to accommodate special dietary needs. Every meal has vegetarian options on the menu, and chefs are able to prepare low-salt or gluten-free cuisine. Guests requiring special diets, such as diabetic or low-cholesterol meals, must alert Viking Cruises one month prior to departure and inform the Maitre d
  • Wheelchair Access & Special Needs - Guests must report any disability requiring special attention while on their Viking Cruises itinerary to Viking at the time the reservation is made. All vessels and motorcoaches are equipped to European standards. Most transportation services, including the vessels and motorcoaches, are not equipped with elevators or wheelchair ramps. Viking will make reasonable attempts to accommodate the special needs of disabled travelers, but is not responsible in the event it is unable to do so nor is it responsible for any denial of services by vessel operators, air carriers, hotels, restaurants, or other independent suppliers. Viking cannot provide individual assistance to a vacation participant for walking, dining, getting on and off vessels, motorcoaches and other vehicles, or other personal needs. A qualified and physically able companion must accompany travelers who need such assistance and must assume full responsibility for their well being. The guest assumes the full risk of use and of any prohibitions imposed by vendors. Motorized scooters are not typically suitable on international cruises and cannot be accommodated.

    Guests who have any medical, physical, or other special needs should contact Viking River Cruises directly at 1-877-668-4546 (1-877-66VIKING) with additional questions, and to obtain a copy of Viking's Policy Statement.

Ship Staterooms

Ship Deckplans

Sun Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Explorer Suite - ES
  • Veranda Suite - AA
  • Veranda Stateroom - A
  • Veranda Stateroom - B
  • French Balcony Stateroom - C
  • French Balcony Stateroom - D
  • Standard Stateroom - E
  • Standard Stateroom - F

Walking Track, Herbal Garden.

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Explorer Suite - ES
  • Veranda Suite - AA
  • Veranda Stateroom - A
  • Veranda Stateroom - B
  • French Balcony Stateroom - C
  • French Balcony Stateroom - D
  • Standard Stateroom - E
  • Standard Stateroom - F

Aquavit Terrace, Grills, Buffet, Lounge, Bar, Internet, Library, Staterooms.

Upper Deck

Middle Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Explorer Suite - ES
  • Veranda Suite - AA
  • Veranda Stateroom - A
  • Veranda Stateroom - B
  • French Balcony Stateroom - C
  • French Balcony Stateroom - D
  • Standard Stateroom - E
  • Standard Stateroom - F

Restaurant, Kitchen, Buffet, Shop, Reception, Staterooms.

Middle Deck

Main Deck

Stateroom Key

  • Explorer Suite - ES
  • Veranda Suite - AA
  • Veranda Stateroom - A
  • Veranda Stateroom - B
  • French Balcony Stateroom - C
  • French Balcony Stateroom - D
  • Standard Stateroom - E
  • Standard Stateroom - F

Staterooms.

Main Deck

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Ratings & Reviews

Overall Experience
Ship Staff
Dining/Food
Entertainment
Activities
Staterooms
Itinerary/Ports
Value

Birthday Cruise

| Prague, German Rivers, Luxembourg, Reims, Paris
This was our first river cruise, and it was very enjoyable. The special things the staff did to make my wife's birthday special were great. We will cruise with Viking again!

Cities of Lights

| Paris to Prague along Moselle, Rhine and Main
Because of cool, cloudy weather, and bridge/lock issues, we only could enjoy top deck one day out of 8 on the rivers.

Great fitting and beautiful

| Rhine River Cruise
The ship transfer because of the low level of water on the Rhine River was conducted seamlessly, without any problem at all. The staff was fantastic, very efficient and caring. The places we visited were beautiful and the trips were very well scheduled. The Cruise Director, Viktoria, was amazing. I don't think she took a minute of rest during our trip. On the return day, there was an issue with the bus driver that was to take us to the airport. We were outside the ship at 4:00 a.m. and the driver did not show up. The ship employee called and found out he was in a car accident. She immediately called around 10-15 taxis to take us all to the airport. Although it was somewhat stressful to think we would miss our flight, we did not, and we understand these things happen sometimes. My husband and I were very satisfied with all aspects of our trip and look forward to more trips on Viking.
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