River cruising—a better way to explore
River cruising is, quite simply, the best way to travel through many of the world's most fascinating places. Comfortable and convenient, it offers a greater variety of destinations than you could encounter any other way—and lets you get in-depth exposure to the culture and history of each region. Both experienced and first-time travelers have discovered the joys of river cruising, making it the fastest-growing segment of the travel industry. Unpack just once in your spacious river-view stateroom, then relax in comfort.

New for 2009
For 2009, a brand-new ship, Viking Legend, makes her debut on our flagship 15-day Grand European Tour itinerary sailing from Amsterdam to Budapest with stops in 5 countries. In Russia, celebrate the launch of two fully renovated ships, Viking Kirov and Viking Surkov, sailing 13 days from Moscow to St. Petersburg along the Waterways of the Czars. And in China, two of the best ships in the fleet sail the Yangtze River on three different cruise tours with time in Beijing, Xian and Shanghai.

Our best Early Booking Incentive ever
Reserve and pay in full for a 2009 itinerary with your American Express® Card by July 31, 2008 and save $1,000 per stateroom ($500 per person). And of course if you book now for 2009 you will get your first choice of sailing date and stateroom category. Valid on new bookings only as of June 1, 2008. Offer expires July 31, 2008.