Combine the Culture and History of a Rhine River Cruise with the Excitement of WorldPride Amsterdam!
Sailing Europe’s storied rivers, the award-winning fleet of identical Viking Longships® offer a variety of stateroom categories and true two-room suites with full-size verandas. Onboard amenities include a restaurant, bar and lounge, library and expansive sun deck. The ships feature al fresco dining on the revolutionary indoor/outdoor Aquavit Terrace, elegant Scandinavian design and environmentally considerate features, such as solar panels, an onboard organic herb garden and energy-efficient hybrid engines for a remarkably smooth ride. With more than 450 awards to its name, Viking is a leader in the industry and was rated #1 for Rivers, #1 for Oceans (for ships sized 500 to 2,500 berths) and #1 for Expeditions by Condé Nast Traveler for the second year in a row in the 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards.
In 2026, this Rhine River cruise concludes in Amsterdam, coinciding seamlessly with WorldPride! As an optional extension, you have the opportunity to immerse yourself in this vibrant and welcoming event over the weekend. Amsterdam's Canal Parade has consistently ranked among the '100 Best Festivals in the World' for several years, garnering not only recognition but also attracting a multitude of international visitors. The 2026 parade promises to be even more extraordinary as Amsterdam proudly hosts WorldPride for the first time, making it an unforgettable experience for all!
Castles & Cathedrals!
- Explore one of Europe’s best-loved rivers. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and stunning scenery of the Middle Rhine - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Taste the region’s renowned white wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times. Savor the various culinary traditions of Alsace. With calls in Basel, Cologne and Amsterdam, this journey reveals a rich landscape of beauty and culture.
- Sailing Dates: July 23 - July 30, 2026
- Ship: Viking Hervor
- Cruise Fare: Starting at $2799*
*Prices are per person based on double occupancy. All prices and itineraries are subject to change without prior notice. Reservations are subject to availability.
Day by Day
- Basel, Switzerland: Discover the gateway to the Swiss Rhineland, where French, German and Swiss borders meet.
- Breisach, Germany: Explore Germany’s fabled Black Forest region and admire verdant hills amid stunning scenery.
- Strasbourg, France: Encounter this multicultural city and its famed Strasbourg Cathedral; sample Alsatian food.
- Speyer and Rüdesheim, Germany: Discover quaint Speyer and visit its historic Romanesque imperial cathedral, a UNESCO Site, then stroll the pedestrian-only Drosselgassein in Rüdesheim and sample local wines at a quaint restaurant.
- Middle Rhine and Koblenz, Germany: Sail past hilltop castles along the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site, and look for Lorelei Rock, then Visit the 13th-century Marksburg Castle and capture views from its hilltop location.
- Cologne, Germany: Stroll through Cologne’s Old Town and see the city’s famed Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO Site.
- Kinderdijk, The Netherlands: See the picturesque Dutch countryside and Kinderdijk’s working windmills, a UNESCO Site.
- Amsterdam, The Netherlands: After breakfast, disembark your ship and choose between traveling back home or extending your vacation at World Pride Amsterdam!
WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 (Optional Add-On).
- Amsterdam is known as a city of tolerance. With 180 nationalities it’s the most diverse city in the World. The diversity is also related to their strong and vivid LGBTQIA+ community, which belongs to Amsterdam and strengthens its atmosphere of tolerance and creativity. It was in 2001 that the world’s first same-sex marriage was conducted by their former mayor. They are proud of this fact and in 2026 Amsterdam will celebrate 25 years of marriage equality. Nowadays, tolerance for and freedom of the LGBTQIA+ community is not widespread. Therefore, the city of Amsterdam has put serious effort into protecting their community. Each summer, the whole city celebrates Pride, and their aim is to promote this meaningful event on a larger scale, and WorldPride 2026 will be the perfect opportunity for this.
- Our suggested hotel is the Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht, which may allow you to view the World Pride Parade along the canal from the comfort of your own room! Hotel pricing TBD based on final hotel/room selection, and dates of stay.
