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Karen Lucke
2023This trip was worth every cent.
This was our first Viking cruise and there are not enough adjectives to describe how pleased we were. The staff was like having your own personal staff on hand. The food was fabulous. The Program Director, Ken, was an informative pleasure. The crew, well there are not enough words to say how wonderful. One example is after a chilly day on our return to the boat they had hot mulled wine at the gangway, it truly is the little things that make a difference. The tours were all winners, especially since many places were closed for the season but Viking was able to schedule a visit. This trip was worth every cent! We loved it so much we are in the process of booking our 4th cruise!
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Louise & George Groeber
2020By far one of the best.
We have travelled on 4 Viking cruises and enjoyed each immensely. The Paris & Heart of Normandy itinerary was by far one of the best. Each small town we stopped at was full of charm and history. The day in Normandy will be a forever memory and was handled beautifully by the Viking staff.
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Patrick and Suzanne
2019Booked to sail agin.
We enjoyed this trip so much that we made reservations again. We are looking forward to sailing Paris & the Heart of Normandy again.
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Roseanne Golub
2019I will definitely go agian.
I want to say I’ve never experienced a cruise quite like this, it was AMAZING, the staff was so gracious, we had so much fun, I will definitely go again. I’m so sad I had to leave!
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Satisfied Guest
2019The most amazing trip I have ever experienced.
We were planning our next trip before this one was even finished. This trip was the most amazing trip I have ever experienced. The ship and our rooms were always spotless, the food the chef prepared each night was unbelievable and the staff was awesome . . . so much fun, friendly and professional. The included excursions were very informative and the guides were very knowledgeable. I’d give Viking 10 stars if I could. HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend them. It was definitely a trip of a lifetime. Until the next one, that is.
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Roxanne
2019I can't begin to say enough of this cruise experience.
This is my second river cruise with Viking. I look forward to my next one. The staff was so friendly and hospitable. They were so much fun and always in good spirits. It was so well organized. The excursions were so organized and the guides were so kind as well. Over the top! I tell everyone it is a must, a river cruise. Food, drinks everything, an A plus! Look forward to the next one. I can go on and on . . . Thank you, Viking️
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Rich & Angela K
2018The cruise was amazing.
This was our first Viking cruise and it will definitely not be our last. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The cruise was amazing and the onboard staff were unbelievable. We had the best time, taking in Paris on the three-day extension and cruising up and down the Seine for seven days, experiencing all the sights and being led on amazing tours by such great guides. Accommodations, food and service were excellent. Thank you Viking for the best trip ever.
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Bryan & Bernie D.
2018Go see the world
Enjoyed the Paris and the Heart of Normandy cruise plus the add on to London and Cambridge. We have done four river cruises and enjoyed them all. We are now planning a Viking ocean cruise. We liked meeting many people with similar interests—go see the world!
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Sharon & Anne’s Group
2018Wonderful guides.
The most wonderful day excursions included in the trip with wonderful guides. The BEST was Strasbourg and our guide. Her knowledge and passion made this a highlight of our trip.
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Greg & Lisa
2018Absolute joy.
My husband and I took the Normandy Beach tour for our first Viking cruise. The ship was absolutely gorgeous, there was no request too little or too small that wasn’t met beautifully. Our ship was extra special because everyone’s last port was to see Normandy. That meant that we were traveling with men and women who have served our country, past present and future. Every single minute of every single day was absolute joy. I will sail on Viking, and only Viking, again and again.
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Russell Tarner
2017Tour guides made visits to each site meaningful.
The staff on the Viking Kadlin was remarkable. Friendly and competent, all spoke English and took care of every request. Enjoyed this cruise immensely. The tour guides on our land visits were extremely knowledgeable and made our visits to each site meaningful. Had very good evening lectures on Normandy cheeses and local history. Great cruise. Look forward to visiting another area with Viking in the future.
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Satisfied
2017What we expect from a Viking experience.
The staff lived up to the high standards of Viking in all the service and support we received. The extension to Nice was very well planned and the hotel location was excellent. The staff was very helpful and encouraging. The cruise was, again, up to what we expect from a Viking experience… The Paris extension was well planned and the hotel was in an excellent location. Staff was extremely helpful. Tour guide for our three tours was the best we have ever had. This included the Paris tour, The Louvre and Versailles.
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Linda & Jim Tabor
2017Ability to take the trip at your own pace.
We are constantly bragging to friends about our Viking travels. This last trip from Paris to the Normandy Beaches was exciting, but very relaxing. The accommodations were outstanding. We had a French balcony stateroom which was great for watching the river float by and observing the countryside. The room was always kept clean and maintained. We had everything we needed, including Wi-Fi. The staff was exceptional and always greeted us with a smile. The food was outstanding ... truly an incredible chef! We enjoyed the well-paced tours and the ease of seeing the sites. One of the best qualities of Viking was the ability to take the trip at your own pace. If we wanted to visit other sites, we could; if we wanted to go off on our own, we could; or if we just wanted to take a nap in the afternoon or read on the Sun Deck, we could do that… On Viking river tours, you always get value for your money. So much is included: gourmet food, wine, coffee, tours and a warm, welcome attitude and pleasant atmosphere, and the ability to make the vacation your own.
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Wade & Katherine
2017All tours and guides were expectional
This was one of the best Viking cruises we have taken. All tours and guides were exceptional... We extended three days in Paris. Our guide gave us an orientation of the area and Metro travel which enhanced our exploration of Paris. The cabaret dinner/show was exceptional. Thanks Viking!
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Rebecca Sanchez
2016The tour guides were expectional.
The cruise was well organized and the Viking staff was efficient, as always…The real charm of this cruise, however, lies in the destinations outside of Paris. The countryside of Normandy is beautiful; Rouen is magnificent. The D-Day beaches are not be missed; the gratitude of the French and their memorials to the American forces are touching. We must add that the tour guides were the best out of all the Viking cruises we have done. They were so well informed and passionate about the history and culture pertaining to their tours.
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Charlie & Ann
2016A great way to celebrate our 50th anniversary.
A wonderful vacation—everything was great from beginning to end. The staff is top notch, always ready to help in any way they can. Our stateroom was great, from the flowers and fruit to the bottle of wine. The food and service was the best. A great way to celebrate our 50th anniversary. We would highly recommend Viking to everyone.
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Pete & Sue Vindigni
2016Job well done, Viking!
We found the trip very enjoyable. The weather was just perfect and the people were great! As always, Viking outperforms. There is no other way I would travel Europe than with Viking! The history, the guides and locations they stop at... A four-star floating hotel, great staff! Thanks Viking for another great river cruise.
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Don and Monica
2016Exceeded our high expectations.
We had a wonderful experience on this cruise. Everything was of highest quality, from the rooms to the staff and food and excursions. Viking organized everything beautifully and we didn't need to worry about anything. We heard it would be wonderful and it exceeded our already high expectations. We will definitely travel with Viking again.
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Linda
2016We felt like royalty.
I just returned from my first Viking cruise and it was incredible. I can’t say enough. Wonderful food, awesome staff, exceptional guides, beautiful sites. We felt like royalty. Thank you for the best cruise!
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Barbara
2016Viking does a very good job.
Overall, Viking does a very good job. The ships are nice, the staff is great and the food is delicious. The staff on the ship is the very best! Really appreciate the free Wi-Fi. We are happy.
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Mary
2016I would tell anyone I know to seriously consider Viking.
I like the size of the ship and number of people on board. I would tell anyone I know to seriously consider Viking if they are considering a river cruise!
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Margaret
2016A stress-free way to travel.
The food and wine were enjoyable and the excursions were informative. A stress-free way to travel.
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Judy and Cal
2015Perfect Cruise.
This was our first river cruise with Viking and we loved it. We were celebrating some challenges and the cruise was perfect. Our stateroom was wonderful; the crew members were friendly and helpful; and the food was exceptional, as were the shore excursions. I loved Giverny and Monet’s house, and relaxing as we floated by the gorgeous French countryside. We loved it so much we’ve booked two more cruises with Viking. It far surpassed the huge cruise ship experience.
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Rick and Joanne
2014A grand experience.
The trip was wonderful—excellent dining, great tours and many friendly fellow cruisers. The staff was exceptional and did all they could to make our trip a grand experience. We have booked our next cruise for 2015.
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Bette
2014Viking does things right.
A friend and I just returned from our Paris & the Heart of Normandy cruise aboard the Viking Neptune. Based on my experience, a Viking trip is just right for you if you want to have a predictable, reliable travel experience. Viking does things right. The food is good and plentiful; the staff is courteous and helpful; the ship is clean and there is great emphasis on hygiene. It is also a relaxing and friendly cruise (only 140 guests on our ship) with great care given to make sure that every guest has a good experience. The price is fair and the cruise is a good value.
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Don
2013The stff was extraordinary!
Our second trip with Viking was amazing. The food was fantastic and so was the service. All the tours were great, and the guides were wonderful, including our director; she was so knowledgeable. In fact, all the staff was extraordinary. Our waiter was able to direct me to some local things to do. What a bargain, what fun! I have no complaints at all.
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Les & Peg
2013Caring crew made the trip
It was SPECTACULAR! Paris was wonderful and the ship, the food, the excursions were all fantastic, but it was the crew above all that made the trip. I have cruised often with many lines. Some had good service, some had great (and some, not so much of either) but nobody can top Viking. I have never felt so cared for, from the seaman that took our bags to the Captain himself, there was not one thing that this crew wouldn't have done to make the trip delightful. We have already booked our next Viking cruise and I can’t wait.
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Linda & Larry DeSantos
2013Job extermely
We just returned from our long-awaited Viking cruise from Paris to Normandy and we could not have been more pleased! From the staff to the food, the sights and the tours, it was all above expectations. We are already planning another Viking cruise to Portugal and Spain on the Portugal’s River of Goldcruise! Job extremely well done! Thank you!
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Rich & Cheryl Haas
2013Tremendous experience.
A truly tremendous experience! We did the pre-extension in Paris and the post-extension in London/Oxford for a totally perfect vacation. Viking reps were with us every step of the way for 14 days. The Program Director on Viking Pride was a wonderful guy with a great sense of humor. The service, the food and the excursions were all great. And the Paris Metro was quite easy to navigate. Très bon!
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Scott & Leslie
2013A spectacular time.
This was our fourth trip with Viking and we had a spectacular time. As always we had wonderful food, delightful traveling companions, helpful staff and informative tours. We would not consider traveling with another river cruise company. Viking is the best!
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Anita K.
2013Art, history, culture.
I am not an experienced traveler and was a little apprehensive traveling by myself. The Viking representatives were kind and patient in answering all my pre-trip questions. I traveled on Viking Spirit and it would not have been humanly possible to make the trip any more perfect! From art, history and culture, to the professionalism and warmth of the staff and the terrific people I met, the trip was absolutely wonderful.
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Bob & Debby Harris
2013Wonderful and memorable.
Returned home yesterday from our wonderful cruise aboard Viking Pride. It was a truly wonderful and memorable trip! We loved Paris, but we loved the towns we visited along the Seine even more. Everyone we encountered was pleasant and kind; aboard ship, the staff was superb. Our Program Director must be the hardest working man in France, and the wait staff, concierge, housekeeping were all first rate. Our meals were delicious, accompanied by complimentary wine that flowed generously. We will always fondly remember our adventure in France!
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Richard & Mary Lewis
2012Above and beyond.
Outstanding service! We were traveling with my parents and when my dad got sick the staff were so helpful. They went above and beyond! A few things you should know, the tour is a bit leisurely paced so if you are accustomed to a fast-paced tour you will need to adjust. Check-in time is 3:00; we were hoping to get in our room earlier since we arrived at 9:00 and had been up over 24 hours by the time we finally got in our room. We will travel with Viking again but next time we will fly in a day early.
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Maisy & Hannah
2011We can't wait to travel again with this company.
We celebrated Hannah’s 13th birthday on Viking Spirit. The entire staff was wonderful and they made Hannah feel special. This was my fifth Viking trip and we can’t wait to travel again with this company.
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John Rowan & Terri Woodmansee
2010One of the greatest vacations ever.
We have just returned from one of the greatest vacations we have ever taken. The crew of Viking Spirit was attentive and wonderful. The meals were fantastic and a true culinary experience. This cruise is the most wonderful and cost-effective way to experience Paris and the historical sites of Normandy. We highly recommend this cruise!
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Dave & Lavonne Suwalski
2010Viking did an outstanding job.
We took our third cruise with Viking in April 2010 and had a wonderful time in Paris and on Viking Spirit. As we have come to expect, the captain and crew were outstanding with a special thanks to housekeeping who went far and above what I have encountered in many 5-star hotels. The local tour guides were the best we’ve encountered so far. There were additional challenges for the crew due to the Icelandic volcano shutting down air space; many potential travelers could not fly to Europe and some were not able to fly home at the end. Viking did an outstanding job helping people rebook flights and allowing anyone from the previous cruise to stay on board and take part in our cruise. A class act! Now for our big decision: Will it be China or Russia next?
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Elaine Pittell, Top Flight Travel
2010Excellent in so many ways.
As a travel agent, I decided to take your Paris & the Heart of Normandycruise. It was excellent in so many ways. The daily news from home and abroad, the hot soup ready for us when we returned from a cold evening out and about, comfortable beds, the wonderful library with travel books and games and so much more. Your company is amazing and so thoughtful for their passengers. My husband and I will personally take another trip one of these days.
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James & Marian Berray
2008Pleased with the trip
We wanted to tell you how pleased we were with the trip. We can’t say enough good things about the courteous and friendly staff! All in all we loved the whole trip. We would do another cruise if we could be promised a crew as wonderful as we had.
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Sylvia & Arthur Kelts
2009Stafff couldn't have been more friendly.
We wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our Paris & the Heart of Normandy cruise this past week. The ship was great, your staff couldn’t have been more friendly or efficient and the food was wonderful. We enjoyed the companionship of new friends and had an overall wonderful experience.
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Keith & Lynda Tanner
2004The food was fantastic.
The sights and tours were excellent and extremely well organized. The food was fantastic and the staff and tour guides superb! We will definitely book with Viking in the future.
