Viking Skirnir
Skirnir - Servant of Norse Gods
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Day | Date | Port of Call | Arrival | Departure |
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1 | Saturday, November 7, 2026 | Basel, Switzerland | Embark | 12:00 AM |
Basel on the river Rhine is Switzerland's third most populous city, and located where the Swiss, French and German borders meet. Indeed, the river cruise ships berth within a stone’s throw of the triple intersection. It has suburbs in France and Germany, and interestingly the language spoken is called Basel German. Read more about Basel, Switzerland |
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2 | Sunday, November 8, 2026 | Basel, Switzerland | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Basel on the river Rhine is Switzerland's third most populous city, and located where the Swiss, French and German borders meet. Indeed, the river cruise ships berth within a stone’s throw of the triple intersection. It has suburbs in France and Germany, and interestingly the language spoken is called Basel German. Read more about Basel, Switzerland |
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3 | Monday, November 9, 2026 | Breisach, Germany | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
The German town of Breisach is situated along the Rhine River on the French and German border, about halfway between Freiburg and Colma. During WWII 85% of Breisach was destroyed and the early 13th century cathedral of St Stephansmünster was heavily damaged. Fortunately it is a great place to visit as it has since been restored with many of its remarkable features still intact. Read more about Breisach, Germany |
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4 | Tuesday, November 10, 2026 | Strasbourg, France | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Strasbourg, France’s great north-eastern metropolis and the intellectual and cultural capital of Alsace, is the ultimate European city. It has flavours of both France and Germany, and sits astride the border of the two countries. Today the residents have mixed feelings about their ‘Frenchness’ or ‘Germanness’, with many agreeing they are not either French or German, but a bit of both. Read more about Strasbourg, France |
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5 | Wednesday, November 11, 2026 | Karlsruhe, Germany | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Karlsruhe is located in the southwestern part of Germany in the state of Baden-Württemberg. This vibrant city known for its unique fan-shaped layout centred around the grand Karlsruhe Palace. Founded in 1715, the city is a hub of culture, technology, and education, housing the renowned Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). Read more about Karlsruhe, Germany |
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6 | Thursday, November 12, 2026 | Frankfurt, Germany | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Frankfurt - aka Frankfurt am Main - is the fifth-largest city in Germany, and is at the centre of the larger Frankfurt Rhine Main Region. It has been a dynamic and international financial centre for centuries, and has the most imposing skyline in Germany. This is the image that many visitors associate with the Main metropolis. Read more about Frankfurt, Germany |
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7 | Friday, November 13, 2026 | Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart | ||
8 | Friday, November 13, 2026 | Marktheidenfeld, Germany | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Marktheidenfeld is located in in Bavaria, Germany, this charming town is nestled along the Main River. Known for its picturesque scenery and historic charm, the town features beautifully preserved half-timbered houses and quaint cobblestone streets. Key attractions include the St. Read more about Marktheidenfeld, Germany |
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9 | Saturday, November 14, 2026 | Wurzburg, Germany | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Wurzburg, aka Wuerzburg, is a city on the Main River at the northern tip of Bavaria, Germany. It is rich in history with evidence of a Celtic fortification having been built there back in 1000 BC. The city was severely bombed during WWll and the city centre, dating back to medieval times, was totally destroyed. Read more about Wurzburg, Germany |
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10 | Sunday, November 15, 2026 | Bamberg, Germany | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Bamberg is a town in Bavaria, Germany, located in Upper Franconia at the junction of the Regnitz and Main rivers. It is a disarmingly beautiful architectural masterpiece with an almost complete absence of modern eyesores. The town extends over seven hills, each crowned by a beautiful church, which has led to Bamberg being called the ‘Franconian Rome’. Read more about Bamberg, Germany |
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11 | Monday, November 16, 2026 | Nuremberg, Germany | 12:00 AM | 12:00 AM |
Nuremberg, is a city in the German state of Bavaria, situated on the Pegnitz River and the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal. In the Middle Ages the city expanded and increased in importance due to its location on a key trade route from Italy to Northern Europe. Nuremberg held great significance during the Nazi Germany era, as the site of huge Nazi Party conventions, and an important site for military production, including airplanes, submarines and tanks. Read more about Nuremberg, Germany |
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12 | Tuesday, November 17, 2026 | Nuremberg, Germany | 12:00 AM | Disembark |
Nuremberg, is a city in the German state of Bavaria, situated on the Pegnitz River and the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal. In the Middle Ages the city expanded and increased in importance due to its location on a key trade route from Italy to Northern Europe. Nuremberg held great significance during the Nazi Germany era, as the site of huge Nazi Party conventions, and an important site for military production, including airplanes, submarines and tanks. Read more about Nuremberg, Germany |
ES, AA
Suite size: 445 sq. ft. Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration). Private wraparound veranda off the spacious living room offers 270-degree views. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, known as a French balcony, in the bedroom. Large bathroom with double sinks, shower, heated mirror amp; floor, premium bath products. Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer amp; 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 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and ldquo;View From the Bridgerdquo;.
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Balcony Stateroom. Stateroom size: 205 sq. ft. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to a full-size veranda. 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 amp; 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 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and ldquo;View From the Bridgerdquo;.
C, D
Balcony Stateroom. Stateroom size: 135 sq. ft. Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors open to create a French balcony. 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 amp; 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 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and ldquo;View From the Bridgerdquo;.
E, F
Window Stateroom. Stateroom size: 150 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 amp; 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 40-inch flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including: CNBC, CNN, FOX, ESPN, National Geographic, MGM Movies, Sky Cinema, videos on demand and ldquo;View From the Bridgerdquo;.
Viking River Exclusive Club Offer
Clean Cruising Club members receive $200 shipboard credit per person*PLUS Viking always includes:• One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call*• Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)• No onboard tipping or gratuities• All meals included• No charge for wine, beer and soft drinks at lunch and dinner
Terms & Conditions apply.
Viking River Cruises
Discover the World of Viking River Cruises with their always included value including: • One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call• Unlimited free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)• Enrichment lectures & destination performances• Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner• 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water• Onboard gratuities
Terms & Conditions apply.
Viking River Fly Cruise Sale
Fly Free with up to $2,300 air credit per person on select Viking River cruises*Includes:• One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call• Unlimited free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)• Enrichment lectures & destination performances• Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner• 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water• Onboard gratuities
Terms & Conditions apply.
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Cruiseline: Viking River Cruises Ship: Viking Skirnir Departure: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Nights: 10 nights Departs: Basel Returns: Nuremberg
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