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Viking Longship Rinda

4.7/5 |

Magical Paris and Normandy

Combine the magic of Paris with the beauty of France’s Norman countryside as you experience pivotal moments in history on this fascinating 8-day journey. Experience the exquisite gardens of Giverny, walk the cobblestone streets of provincial Vernon and share the splendor of Paris, the world’s most romantic city, with your companion.

 

Norse Heritage

Beautiful and headstrong, Rinda personifies the hard, frozen earth. She is the daughter of Billing, King of the Ruthenians, and wife of Odin, father of the gods. With Odin, Rinda has a son, Vali, whose destiny is to avenge the death of Odin’s older son, Baldur. When Baldur is killed with a branch of mistletoe by his blind brother Hodur, Odin learns of a prophecy that Vali, son of Rinda, would avenge Baldur’s death by slaying Hodur. And so Odin sets out to win Rinda’s hand, in order that the prophecy be fulfilled. Nine months after they marry, their son Vali is born. As foretold, Vali grows into a man in just one day, and travels to Asgard, home of the gods, where he kills Hodur with his bow and arrow.

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Onboard Features

Aquavit Terrace

Aquavit Terrace

Aquavit Buffet

Aquavit Buffet

Viking Lounge

Viking Lounge

The Lounge

The Lounge

Reception

Reception

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 Destinations

Viking Longship Rinda visits these amazing destinations. Click to view sailings.

Europe

River Cruises

Small Ships

Croatia

Hungary

Europe Cruisetour

Europe River Cruises

Danube River Cruise

Ship Staterooms

Ship Deckplans

Sun Deck

Stateroom Key

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

Walking Track, Herbal Garden.

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Stateroom Key

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

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

Upper Deck

Middle Deck

Stateroom Key

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

Restaurant, Reception, Shops, Kitchen, Buffet, Staterooms.

Middle Deck

Main Deck

Stateroom Key

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

Staterooms.

Main Deck

Departure Ports

Bucharest

Vienna

Featured Sailings

Ratings & Reviews

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

Paris to Normandy

| France
Overall the cruise was very nice. The staff were very helpful and accommodating. I think the rooms are a little small, but were satisfactory . I will more than likely take another Viking cruise, because it is a great way to see Europe.

Very good with one big exception

| Paris, Rouen, Giverny and Normandy beaches.
I am somewhat disappointed with Viking. Most of my complaints are minor. However my biggest complaint was that they advertise a stay on the boat in Paris on the first and last nights. The boat was NOT in Paris. It was in a suburb resulting in a bus ride of anywhere from 30 minutes to as long as 2 hours. This is not good. Added to shore excursions that were too long made for an exhausting and not relaxing vacation. Shuttle buses to and from Paris were only pick up and drop off separated by six to eight hours. Thus on our own on day one we chose to pay for a cab to return to the boat early. I don't care if they charge more for the cruise.They absolutely need to dock closer to the city. The promotional information is therefore misleading.

Viking Longship Rhinda

| Monet's Garden--Normady Beaches
This was my favorite of all the river trips I have taken. Of course the places visited were very special to me in many ways. The ship and crew left nothing to be desired.

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