Built in
2013
Capacity
190
Staterooms
95
Crew
53
Crew to guests
1 : 3.6
Length
135 m
US outlets
Yes
By
Viking River Cruises
Viking Baldur is one of Viking’s award-winning Longships, designed for immersive river cruising through the heart of Europe. Named after the Norse god of light and purity, the ship brings a sense of serenity and clarity to every journey. With a guest capacity of 190 and an innovative layout that maximizes both space and comfort, Viking Baldur delivers a refined and enriching experience along the continent’s most iconic rivers, including the Rhine, Main, and Danube.
At first glance, Viking Baldur impresses with its clean Scandinavian lines, understated elegance, and attention to detail. The ship's layout encourages exploration and ease of movement, with wide corridors, open public areas, and panoramic windows that keep the surrounding landscapes in full view. Every space aboard Viking Baldur is designed to feel like an extension of the destinations visited—calm, authentic, and beautifully crafted.
Accommodations on Viking Baldur include a range of stateroom categories to suit different preferences, from French Balcony and Veranda Staterooms to Veranda Suites and the exceptional Explorer Suites located at the stern. All rooms are river-facing and come equipped with hotel-style beds, private bathrooms with heated floors and anti-fog mirrors, premium toiletries, flat-screen TVs, and ample storage. The interiors are tastefully decorated with light woods, neutral fabrics, and clean design elements inspired by Nordic traditions.
Public spaces aboard the ship invite relaxation and community. The Lounge and Aquavit Terrace are popular gathering spots where guests can enjoy a glass of wine, light bites, or commentary from the ship’s Program Director. With floor-to-ceiling glass and al fresco seating, these areas blur the line between indoors and out, offering unobstructed views of Europe’s pastoral beauty. The Sun Deck above features a walking track, putting green, and lounge chairs for those who want to bask in the open air.
Dining is a highlight of the Viking Baldur experience. The main restaurant offers open seating with daily menus inspired by regional specialties and seasonal ingredients. Guests can savor local dishes such as Hungarian goulash, German bratwurst, or Austrian schnitzel, all accompanied by complimentary beer, wine, and soft drinks at lunch and dinner. The Aquavit Terrace provides a more casual, lighter fare option with the same attention to quality and presentation.
Each day’s itinerary includes a complimentary shore excursion, designed to bring guests closer to the history, culture, and people of each region. Expert local guides lead walking tours, museum visits, and cultural encounters, while optional excursions offer deeper experiences like wine tastings, market tours, and behind-the-scenes access to landmarks. Onboard enrichment includes lectures, culinary demonstrations, and regional performances that add context and depth to every port of call.
Dining
Guests aboard the 190-guest Viking Baldur dine in the main Restaurant, where open seating and regional menus follow the ports along the route. The Aquavit Terrace serves as the casual counterpart, an al fresco space for lighter meals and easygoing mornings.
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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.
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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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