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Elbe from Decin, Czech Republic with the Viking Astrild

Viking River
Exceptional accommodation aboard the newest river cruise fleet
Dine on regional specialties and contemporary cuisine
Hands-on demonstrations, cooking classes and local tastings.

Destination

Europe

Trip Duration

5 nights

Cruise Ship

Viking Astrild

Cruise Company

Viking River

Start Port

Decin, Czech Republic

End Port

Wittenberg, Germany

Itinerary

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Bad Schandau is city on the Elbe river, in the Eastern Ore Mountains, in Saxony. The town is a renowned spa resort, bordering the National Park in Saxon, Switzerland. The historic hotels, St. John's Church and two Elbe bridges dominate the skyline. Tourists are advised to visit the national park and museum.

The Elbe is one of the major rivers of Central Europe. The Elbe has long been an important delineator of European geography. The port of Hamburg, on the river Elbe, is the second largest port in Europe and tenth largest worldwide.

Saxon Switzerland is a hill climbing area and national park that is situated in around the Elbe valley south-east of Dresden. It is home to 1000 climbing peaks which attracts many tourists who strive for adventure and exhilarating outdoor sports .

Dresden is the capital of the Free State of Saxony in Germany. It lies on the German Elbe river. The city is an internationally renowned art and cultural city and was listed as a World Heritage Site in the years of 2004 and 2009. Dresden is an absolute treat for cultural entertainment with its numerous theaters, operas and museums.

Meissen is a fairly large city in the German state of Saxony. The city is divided into 12 districts and has a population of nearly 30,000. The city is famous for its 'Meissen Porcelain', which was the first porcelain manufactured in Europe in 1708. In addition to this, there are many other things to see in Meissen, including several historic buildings from the Baroque, Gothic and Renaissance periods.

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Overnight

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What’s included:

4 nights cruise services

  • On board cultural enrichment including: recommended reading, onboard classes, port guides, enrichment lectures, and performances of music, art, cooking, dance, history and cinema
  • Complimentary shore excursions in most ports of call, led by knowledgeable local guides
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi (Subject to certain usage policies
  • Complimentary house wine, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard
  • All port charges , government taxes
  • All onboard meals, including specialty restaurants without extra charge
  • Accommodation in the cabin category you booked
  • Shipboard gratuities
  • Complimentary 24-hour specialty coffees , teas

Other Information

  • Wide variety of shore excursions
  • Travel insurance
  • Rental vehicles
  • Hotels
  • Flights
  • Transfers

Special Offers

Viking Cruises Explorer Sale

Don’t miss out on the following incredible deals when you book select Viking Ocean cruises before close of business on 31 March 2025. Ask your cruise consultant if the special applies to this departure. 


• Free or discounted flights
• AU$500‌ shipboard credit

Terms & Conditions apply

You will be sailing on:

Viking Astrild

The Viking Astrild's state of the art design allows travel down parts of the Elbe river, rarely explored by cruises. Choose from a range of shore excursions and relax in style on the Aquavit Terrace as you cruise along the Elbe.

Passengers:

98

Who is traveling?

Adults18+ years
2
Kids0-17 years
0
  • 2 Adults

  • 5 nights

Adults Only

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Elbe from Decin, Czech Republic with the Viking Astrild