Built in
2014
Capacity
190
Staterooms
95
Crew
53
Crew to guests
1 : 3.6
Length
135 m
US outlets
Yes
By
Viking River Cruises
Named after the mythical Norse horse that pulled the sun across the sky, Viking Alsvin embodies grace, power, and purpose—just like its namesake. This Viking Longship delivers a refined and immersive river cruise experience along the Danube, Rhine, and Main rivers, where history, culture, and natural beauty converge.
Viking Alsvin is purpose-built for comfort, intimacy, and destination-focused travel. Accommodating just 190 guests, the ship ensures a relaxed atmosphere with plenty of personal space, warm Scandinavian design, and personalized service. Natural woods, clean lines, and soft textures create a calm and welcoming environment that feels both modern and timeless.
The ship’s intelligent layout maximizes guest comfort. Whether relaxing in the indoor Lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows or dining alfresco on the Aquavit Terrace, guests are always surrounded by scenic beauty. The sun deck offers panoramic views, ideal for leisurely sailing days or photography of passing castles and vineyards.
Accommodations range from Standard Staterooms with river-level views to French Balcony and Veranda Staterooms, Veranda Suites, and the lavish Explorer Suites—some of the largest on Europe’s rivers. Each stateroom includes hotel-style beds, premium bedding, heated bathroom floors, a mini-fridge, flat-screen TV, and plenty of storage. Explorer Suites elevate the experience with wraparound balconies, separate living areas, and commanding views of the passing landscape.
Culinary excellence is central to life aboard Viking Alsvin. The ship’s chefs curate menus that reflect the flavors of each region, using fresh, local ingredients. From classic Hungarian goulash to German sausages and Viennese pastries, each meal becomes a cultural experience. Complimentary wine and beer at lunch and dinner, plus attentive service, complete each dining event. The Aquavit Terrace and open-air grilling station also provide lighter, more casual dining options.
Enrichment is another hallmark of the Viking experience. Onboard programming includes informative lectures, cooking demonstrations, music performances, and port talks that prepare guests for each day’s discoveries. In every destination, guests can take part in included guided excursions with local experts who offer in-depth insights into history, architecture, and daily life.
The ship’s intimate size and exceptional staff-to-guest ratio foster a personal and seamless journey. Viking Alsvin’s team—from the hotel manager and chefs to the housekeeping crew and program director—delivers attentive, genuine hospitality at every step. The result is a river cruise experience that feels as personal as it is enriching.
Whether drifting past the spires of Cologne, the terraced vineyards of the Rhine Gorge, or the historic palaces of Budapest, Viking Alsvin offers a voyage that is both inspiring and comfortable. It’s an ideal choice for travelers who appreciate cultural depth, modern luxury, and the intimacy of small-ship cruising through Europe’s most scenic waterways.
Dining
Dining on the 190-guest Viking Alsvin centers on the Restaurant, where breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in open seating with dishes inspired by the destinations on the itinerary. The Aquavit Terrace rounds things out as a casual, al fresco alternative for lighter meals.
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Good to know
Wi-Fi is free on Viking's river ships across Europe, Egypt, and the Mississippi, and shared computers are available on board. The connection runs over cellular or satellite, so expect speeds to dip in locks, valleys, and remote stretches of river.
Daytime dress is casual: shorts in warm weather, slacks or jeans, and comfortable walking shoes. Evenings are elegant casual, with no formal nights; a jacket and tie are optional. Pack modest attire for shore excursions that visit religious sites.
Gratuities are always at your discretion. Viking publishes a recommended rate per guest, per night, which can be prepaid before sailing or settled on your shipboard account. We go over the details with you when you book.
Staterooms on Viking's European river ships carry both 110V US-style outlets and 220V outlets that take German Schuko two-pin plugs. If you need an adapter, any travel or electronics store will have one.
Vegetarian options appear at every meal, and the galley can prepare low-salt, diabetic, gluten-free, and low-cholesterol meals with advance notice. Tell us about dietary needs when you book, at least 90 days before departure, and remind the maitre d' once on board.
Guests who need mobility support travel with a companion who can assist, and wheelchairs must be no wider than 22 inches. Viking requires an accessibility form at least 30 days before departure; we take care of submitting it when you book with us.
The ships are nonsmoking throughout, including staterooms and verandas, with one designated outdoor smoking area. The policy covers e-cigarettes as well.
Laundry and pressing are complimentary in some stateroom categories and available for a modest fee in the rest, arranged through your stateroom steward. Dry cleaning is not offered on board. Ships on the Mississippi add free self-service launderettes.
Viking River Cruises is the largest river cruise line in the world, known for elegant ships, destination-led itineraries, and a strong cultural program. The voyages run along Europe's great rivers and reach the Nile, the Mekong, and the Mississippi, pairing comfort and enrichment with real time ashore. A modern fleet of purpose-built longships and a focus on thoughtful design set the tone for the whole experience.
Viking's river ships are built for comfort and discovery in equal measure, with a relaxed but refined feel on board. Each carries fewer than 200 guests, so the setting stays intimate, with generous public areas, all-outside staterooms, and attentive service from departure to return.
Built for discovery, Viking's river cruises ask you to slow down and read each region more closely than a packed land tour allows.
Whether you sail the heart of Europe or reach farther afield, Viking's itineraries balance the must-see landmarks with the smaller places that travelers tend to miss. Longer port time, well-built excursions, and curated cultural access run through every voyage.
Signature Voyages Include:
Every itinerary reflects Viking's interest in history, culture, and authenticity, giving guests an educational way to see the world.
We include Viking River Cruises in our collection for its consistent standards in design, service, and cultural engagement. Viking's commitment to immersive travel lines up with our own aim of building voyages that reward curiosity.
We work directly with Viking to help you choose the right itinerary, stateroom, and add-ons, so the trip fits your interests. Whether you are a first-time river cruiser or a returning guest after something new, we bring the insight and the follow-through to keep your voyage smooth.
Booking with Small Ship Travel gives you advisor-led planning, pre and post-cruise arrangements, and added value on your Viking river voyage. We handle the details from start to finish, so you can settle into the discovery, comfort, and cultural richness Viking is known for.
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