Astrild - Goddess of Love
Classical mythology has its cupid. In Nordic culture, it’s Astrild who sets hearts afire. The delicate lilt of her name first caressed the ears of literature lovers in the 17th century, when Swedish poet Georg Stiernhielm introduced her to northern Europe in his writing. She remains a fabled figure who spreads love, passion and affection.
To get a sense of the beauty and love which Astrild inspires, one need only look to the estrildid finch. It’s fitting that this tiny bird from which Stiernhielm got Astrild’s name remains devoted to the same partner for life.
Itineraries This Ship Sails
Unpack just once on our small, state-of-the-art ships, enjoy your spacious stateroom, and spend more time immersed in your destination. See why Viking is the world’s leader in river cruising.
Viking Elbe Ships 360° Tour
Get an up-close look at our award-winning sister ships, Astrild and Beyla.
Ship TourElbe Ship Features
- 49 outside staterooms with river view (14 Standard Staterooms, 14 French Balcony Staterooms, 19 Veranda Staterooms, 2 Veranda Suites)
- All Upper Deck staterooms feature a full-size veranda or a French balcony
- Sun Deck with shaded sitting area & organic herb garden
- Aquavit Terrace, a revolutionary outdoor viewing area at the bow of the ship for al fresco dining
- Lounge & Bar with floor-to-ceiling glass doors
- Restaurant with panoramic views
- Library & onboard shop
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Laundry service
- 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
Interactive Deck Plan
Veranda Suite (AA) Features
- Suite size: 250 sq ft
- River-view suite with full-size veranda off the spacious, separate sitting room & floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door, known as a French balcony, in the sleeping quarters
- Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Two 42" flat-screen Sony TVs with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Early check-in (no later than 12 PM)
- Complimentary Viking Air Plus, laundry & shoe shine services
- Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
- Binoculars
Veranda Stateroom (A) Features
- Stateroom size: 180 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda
- Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Veranda Stateroom (B) Features
- Stateroom size: 180 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda
- Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
French Balcony (C) Features
- Stateroom size: 122 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door to create a French balcony
- Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
French Balcony (D) Features
- Stateroom size: 122 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door to create a French balcony
- Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Standard (E) Features
- Stateroom size: 140 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with half-height picture window
- Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Reception Features
The reception lobby area is your information center during your voyage. Your Program Director’s desk is located here, so that you can easily ask questions or discuss the day’s activities. There is a public address system to announce events; there are also restrooms and an onboard boutique.
See the Reception Lobby in the 360° Beyla and Astrild Ship Tour
The Lounge Features
With floor-to-ceiling glass windows and large, comfortable chairs, the Lounge is the heart of the ship - a gathering place for guests to view the scenery, have a drink, take in lectures and lore, and enjoy local music.
See the Observation Lounge in the 360° Beyla and Astrild Ship Tour
Aquavit Terrace Features
Revolutionary in concept and design, this innovative outdoor seating area at the bow of the ship is perfect for having a casual meal al fresco, meeting friends for drinks or reading a book, all while enjoying breathtaking views and basking in the fresh air.
See the Aquavit Terrace in the 360° Beyla and Astrild Ship Tour
The Restaurant Features
Gaze at breathtaking scenery through the Restaurant’s panoramic windows as you dine on regional specialties and contemporary cuisine. The atmosphere is casual yet elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware at every meal.
See the Restaurant in the the 360° Beyla and Astrild Ship Tour
Stateroom Features
Standard Stateroom (E)
- Stateroom size: 140 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with half-height picture window
- Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
French Balcony Stateroom (C, D)
- Stateroom size: 122 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door to create a French balcony
- Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Veranda Stateroom (A, B)
- Stateroom size: 180 sq ft
- River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda
- Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- Private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers available upon request
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
Veranda Suite (AA)
- Suite size: 250 sq ft
- River-view suite with full-size veranda off the spacious, separate sitting room & floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door, known as a French balcony, in the sleeping quarters
- Hotel-style bed 79 in x 63 in (with optional twin-bed configuration); luxury linens & pillows
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Two 42" flat-screen Sony TVs with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- 110/220 volt outlets & USB ports
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- Large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower
- Premium Freyja® toiletries; plush robes & slippers
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Early check-in (no later than 12 PM)
- Complimentary Viking Air Plus, laundry & shoe shine services
- Welcome champagne; mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily); daily fruit plate
- Binoculars
Where We Sail
Elbe River
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Ship Highlights
Boasting many of the same popular design elements of our Viking Longships, our Elbe ships feature state-of-the art engineering, deluxe accommodations and streamlined Scandinavian interiors.