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Viking Longship Var

4.6/5 |

Set Sail on the Danube River

Explore four of Europe’s most enchanting countries along the storied Danube River; Austria, Germany, Hungary and Slovakia. See the range of architectural wonders in Budapest and Bratislava, sail through the spectacular Wachau Valley, and take a tour of the 900-year-old baroque Benedictine abbey at Melk.

 

Norse Heritage

The Norse goddess of oaths, Var, is a truth seeker. She oversees all agreements and contracts, particularly marriage vows made between men and women, which were known as várar in old Norse. Hence, she is the goddess of betrothal. From the goddess Var, nothing can be hidden. She is wise but severe, and will not hesitate to punish those who break their vows. Through Var, the word is the will. Var is one of eleven handmaidens that attend Frigg, goddess of marriage and motherhood, and favorite wife of Odin, god of wisdom. Through fidelity and close attention, Var serves her mistress well. Her symbols are the oath ring and hearth fire.

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Onboard Features

Aquavit Terrace

Aquavit Terrace

Aquavit Buffet

Aquavit Buffet

The Lounge

The Lounge

Viking Lounge

Viking 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 Var visits these amazing destinations. Click to view sailings.

Europe

River Cruises

Germany

Small Ships

Hungary

Europe River Cruises

Danube River Cruise

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
  • Window Stateroom - E
  • Window 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
  • Window Stateroom - E
  • 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
  • Veranda Stateroom - B
  • French Balcony Stateroom - C
  • French Balcony Stateroom - D
  • Window Stateroom - E
  • Window Stateroom - F

Restaurant, Reception, Shops, Kitchen, Buffet, 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
  • Window Stateroom - E
  • Window Stateroom - F

Staterooms.

Main Deck

Featured Sailings

Ratings & Reviews

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

The Best Service, The Best Quality

| Budapest-Prague
We have had French chefs, Japanese chefs, Filipino chefs, can we try an American chef? Budapest by night, the Narrows, the Prague extension were great! The quality of the crew cleaning your cabin and waiting your table is the best. The guides are terrific. Punctuality is appreciated. And a good time was had by all.

Romantic Danube

| Danube
Love our trip! Exceeded our expectations. So much to do and see. Wish a little more evening activity on the boat between 9-10 pm. Otherwise awesome experience all in all

Blue danube, budapest to nurenburg

| blue danube
Great

Viking Var -Our First

| Pre - Prague, Nuremberg; Romantic Danube;Post - Budapest
- We loved this experience and will definitely vacation with Viking again. - We felt the handling of the Covid restrictions were necessary to make all passengers feel safe, and were handled very professionally! - Viking employees were wonderful! From the pick-up at the airport in Prague to the drop-off in Budapest everyone was friendly, efficient, and treated each of their guests with respect and top-notch service! - All tours were lead by guides who made all the sites visited that much more interesting with their knowledge and presentation! - Special mention to Adrian and Connie on the Pre-excisions, Klaus, Alex, Ryan, Rolly, Gilbert, Yuri and Jasmina on the Var. they gave us amazing service!!

Our trip on the Danube

| Budapest, Austria and Germany
We loved Budapest,Austria and Germany. Had some great meals at lunch time in these countries. All transportation and connections were on time.The Var was a very beautiful ship and staff was very helpful and the guides in the countries were all very good.

Cruise on the Danube

| Regensburg
Could not have gone more smoothly.

Christmas Cruise

| Nuremberg, Bamberg, W
Christmas decorations were minimal. should have been more decorations and lights to make the cruise more festive.

Romantic Danube

| Danube River, Budapest, and Prague
Cruise was good overall, but too many people on board, on buses, and on land tours made us feel "herded" around like one of the masses, rather than like visitors on a first class tour.

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