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
- All staterooms are outside with river view
- Veranda Suites are 250 square feet, have separate sleeping & sitting quarters, a full veranda & French balcony & 2 flat-panel TVs
- All staterooms & suites have hotel-style beds with optional twin-bed configuration
- All Upper deck staterooms have a full veranda or French balcony
- Private bathroom with shower; premium bath products; bathrobe & slippers upon request
- 42" flat-panel Sony TV with infotainment system featuring movies on demand plus CNBC, CNN, National Geographic & more
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control
- The Lounge & bar with floor-to-ceiling glass doors that lead to an open air Aquavit Terrace Restaurant with windows for panoramic views
- Sun deck with shaded sitting area & organic herb garden
- Library corner & onboard boutique
- Free wireless Internet
- Laundry service
- Bottled water replenished daily
- Voltage: 220V & 110V in stateroom (U.S. outlet)
Interactive Deck Plan
Veranda Suite (AA) Features
- Suite size: 250 sq. ft.
- Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
- Full-size veranda off the spacious living room
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, known as a French balcony, in the bedroom
- Large private bathroom with shower and premium bath products
- Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily
- Bathrobe and slippers available upon request
- Individual climate control
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom
- Sony 42-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”
- View the Veranda Suite in our 360° Beyla and Astrild Ship Tour
Veranda Stateroom (A) Features
- Stateroom size: 180 sq. ft.
- Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to a full-size veranda
- Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products
- Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily
- Bathrobe and slippers available upon request
- Individual climate control
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom
- Sony 42-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”
- View the Veranda Stateroom in our 360° Beyla and Astrild Ship Tour
Veranda Stateroom (B) Features
- Stateroom size: 180 sq. ft.
- Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to a full-size veranda
- Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products
- Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily
- Bathrobe and slippers available upon request
- Individual climate control
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom
- Sony 42-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”
- View the Veranda Stateroom in our 360° Beyla and Astrild Ship Tour
French Balcony (C) Features
- Stateroom size: 122 sq. ft.
- Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to create a French balcony
- Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products
- Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily
- Bathrobe and slippers available upon request
- Individual climate control
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom
- Sony 42-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”
- View the French Balcony Stateroom in our 360° Beyla and Astrild Ship Tour
French Balcony (D) Features
- Stateroom size: 122 sq. ft.
- Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to create a French balcony
- Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products
- Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily
- Bathrobe and slippers available upon request
- Individual climate control
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom
- Sony 42-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”
- View the French Balcony Stateroom in our 360° Beyla and Astrild Ship Tour
Standard (E) Features
- Stateroom size: 140 sq. ft.
- Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
- Half-height picture window
- Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products
- Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily
- Bathrobe and slippers available upon request
- Individual climate control
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom
- Sony 42-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”
- View the Standard Stateroom in our 360° Beyla and Astrild Ship Tour
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
Our Viking cruise ships offer you a choice of stateroom category. From spacious French Balcony Staterooms with a sliding glass door, to our Standard Staterooms, each offers understated elegance and sweeping river views. These exquisite staterooms offer hotel-style beds, private bathrooms and roomy wardrobes.
Veranda Suite (AA)
- Suite size: 250 sq. ft.
- Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
- Full-size veranda off the spacious living room
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, known as a French balcony, in the bedroom
- Large private bathroom with shower and premium bath products
- Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily
- Bathrobe and slippers available upon request
- Individual climate control
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom
- Sony 42-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”
Veranda Stateroom (A, B)
- Stateroom size: 180 sq. ft.
- Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to a full-size veranda
- Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products
- Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily
- Bathrobe and slippers available upon request
- Individual climate control
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom
- Sony 42-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”
French Balcony Stateroom (C, D)
- Stateroom size: 122 sq. ft.
- Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to create a French balcony
- Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products
- Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily
- Bathrobe and slippers available upon request
- Individual climate control
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom
- Sony 42-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”
Standard Stateroom (E)
- Stateroom size: 140 sq. ft.
- Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration)
- Half-height picture window
- Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products
- Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily
- Bathrobe and slippers available upon request
- Individual climate control
- Space under bed for storing suitcases
- Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
- Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom
- Sony 42-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”
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.