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Holidays in Europe

Celebrate the season with Viking River Cruises

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2012 Holidays
in Europe

Experience holiday magic on your tablet or online in full color. Download brochure

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The Magic of European Christmas

A river cruise through Europe on our fleet of Viking Longships is the most atmospheric and exceptionally comfortable way to enjoy the holiday spirit.

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Thanksgiving in Europe

Enjoy a festive river cruise in November. Celebrate Thanksgiving with Viking this year!

Our Holiday Cruises

Four festive journeys aboard the Viking fleet

Grand
European Tour

Romantic
Danube

Danube
Waltz

Paris &
the Heart
of Normandy

Amsterdam
to Budapest

Budapest to
Nuremberg

Passau to
Budapest

Paris to Rouen
to Paris
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Gingerbread in Passau

 

Fresh gingerbread—a holiday tradition passed down through family generations.

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Gingerbread House

 

Watch as Karine Hagen and Chef Joanna create an adorable gingerbread house.

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Glühwein (Mulled Wine)

 

Karine Hagen shows you how easy it is to make hot mulled wine for the holiday season.

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Shopping in Berlin

 

Karine Hagen shares her favorite chocolate shopping spot in Berlin.

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Wreath-Making Workshop

 

Find out how to make your own traditional or modern German Advent wreath.

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The Normandy Beaches

 

Experience history with a guided tour of France’s Normandy beaches.

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Vienna Coffeehouses

 

There is no better place to be during the holiday season than a Vienna coffeehouse.

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Viking’s Own Vintner

 

Meet the Austrian vintner whose wines perfectly complement our cuisine.

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Gifts Along the Danube

 

Karine Hagen shows you where to find the best holiday treats along the Danube.

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Thanksgiving

Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving feast on select November departures.

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