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Luxury cruise ship Viking Kara sailing in Rhine River
10 NightsRhine River
Viking River Cruises

10-Night Rhine River Castles & Vineyards

Viking River CruisesViking KaraDeparts from Passenger Terminal Amsterdam4.4 Rated (30 Reviews)

Vessel Specifications

Gross Tonnage5,000 GT
Decks4 Guest Decks
Pass Capacity190 guests
Crew Size50 staff

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Stateroom Tiers & Rates

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Stateroom CategoryInclusionsPrice per Guest
Interior CabinPerfect budget option, cozy retreat with standard cruise amenities.
USD 6,242USD 5,493Save USD 749!
Ocean ViewFeatures a large picture window or porthole to enjoy natural light and ocean views.
USD 7,628USD 6,713Save USD 915!
Balcony CabinIncludes a private verandah with floor-to-ceiling glass doors and seating.
USD 9,567USD 8,419Save USD 1,148!
Junior SuiteSpacious layout with a dedicated sitting area and full bathtub.
USD 12,397USD 10,909Save USD 1,488!
SuitePremium living room, priority boarding, and luxury bath amenities.
USD 16,277USD 14,324Save USD 1,953!
Luxury SuiteElite suite with a private hot tub on the deck, concierge service.
USD 24,034USD 21,150Save USD 2,884!
Owner's SuiteThe ultimate cruise luxury, dining room, wet bar, and butler service.
USD 36,779USD 32,366Save USD 4,413!
Family CabinDesigned for up to 6 guests, bunk beds, and double vanity bathroom.
USD 11,508USD 10,127Save USD 1,381!
Accessible CabinWider doorways, roll-in shower, grab bars, and accessible closet rods.
USD 6,797USD 5,981Save USD 816!
Solo CabinSpecifically sized and priced for solo travelers, avoiding single supplements.
USD 5,412USD 4,763Save USD 649!

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Day-by-Day Voyage Itinerary

1
Day 1

Amsterdam

Embarkation

Embarkation on the river ship • Welcome cocktails with the Captain • Evening canal cruise through Amsterdam

Dining

Fine Dining Room - Dutch Specialties

Evening Show

Illuminated Amsterdam canal cruise

2
Day 2

Cologne

08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Tour the twin-spired Cologne Cathedral • Explore the Old Town and Hohenzollern Bridge • Sample local Kölsch beer

Shore Activities

Cologne Cathedral Guided Tour, Old Town Walking & Kölsch Beer Tasting

Dining

Früh am Dom brewery restaurant, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Onboard German folk music trio

3
Day 3

Koblenz (Rhine Gorge)

07:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge castles • Visit the Deutsches Eck monument • Cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

Shore Activities

Rhine Gorge Castle Scenic Cruise Commentary, Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cable Car Tour

Dining

Weinhaus Hubertus, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Legend of the Lorelei storytelling on deck

4
Day 4

Rüdesheim

08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Ride the cable car over vineyards to Niederwald Monument • Stroll the historic Drosselgasse lane • Taste Rüdesheimer coffee with local brandy

Shore Activities

Niederwald Monument Cable Car & Vineyard Tour, Rhine Valley Wine Tasting Excursion

Dining

Rüdesheimer Schloss, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

German wine tasting seminar onboard

5
Day 5

Strasbourg

08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Explore the Petite France canal district • Visit Strasbourg Cathedral • Taste Alsatian tarte flambée

Shore Activities

Petite France & Cathedral Walking Tour, Alsace Wine Route Village Tour

Dining

Maison Kammerzell, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Onboard Alsatian folk accordion performance

6
Day 6

Breisach (Black Forest)

07:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Day trip into the Black Forest • Visit a traditional cuckoo clock workshop • Sample Black Forest gateau

Shore Activities

Black Forest Village & Cuckoo Clock Tour, Freiburg Old Town Excursion

Dining

Black Forest farmhouse restaurant, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Onboard trivia contest

7
Day 7

Basel

06:00 AM - Disembarkation

Breakfast onboard • Final Old Town stroll • Disembark and transfer to airport

Dining

Breakfast buffet

8
Day 8

Amsterdam

Embarkation

Embarkation on the river ship • Welcome cocktails with the Captain • Evening canal cruise through Amsterdam

Dining

Fine Dining Room - Dutch Specialties

Evening Show

Illuminated Amsterdam canal cruise

9
Day 9

Cologne

08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Tour the twin-spired Cologne Cathedral • Explore the Old Town and Hohenzollern Bridge • Sample local Kölsch beer

Shore Activities

Cologne Cathedral Guided Tour, Old Town Walking & Kölsch Beer Tasting

Dining

Früh am Dom brewery restaurant, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Onboard German folk music trio

10
Day 10

Koblenz (Rhine Gorge)

07:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Scenic cruising through the Rhine Gorge castles • Visit the Deutsches Eck monument • Cable car ride to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

Shore Activities

Rhine Gorge Castle Scenic Cruise Commentary, Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Cable Car Tour

Dining

Weinhaus Hubertus, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Legend of the Lorelei storytelling on deck

11
Day 11

Rüdesheim

Disembarkation

Ride the cable car over vineyards to Niederwald Monument • Stroll the historic Drosselgasse lane • Taste Rüdesheimer coffee with local brandy

Shore Activities

Niederwald Monument Cable Car & Vineyard Tour, Rhine Valley Wine Tasting Excursion

Dining

Rüdesheimer Schloss, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

German wine tasting seminar onboard

Shore Excursions

Optional activities available at your ports of call.

Best of Amsterdam

Free
Free Activities Full-Day Tours

A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Amsterdam. This free activities covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Secrets of Cologne

$255
Private Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Cologne. This private tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Secrets of Koblenz (Rhine Gorge)

$231
Food Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Koblenz (Rhine Gorge). This food tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Discover Rüdesheim

$138
Family Activities Full-Day Tours

A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Rüdesheim. This family activities covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Scenic Route of Strasbourg

$201
Cultural Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Strasbourg. This cultural tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Adventure in Breisach (Black Forest)

$161
Nature Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Breisach (Black Forest). This nature tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Discover Basel

$138
Family Activities Full-Day Tours

A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Basel. This family activities covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Scenic Route of Amsterdam

$217
Cultural Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Amsterdam. This cultural tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Best of Cologne

Free
Free Activities Full-Day Tours

A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Cologne. This free activities covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Scenic Route of Koblenz (Rhine Gorge)

$211
Cultural Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Koblenz (Rhine Gorge). This cultural tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Discover Rüdesheim

$132
Luxury Experiences Full-Day Tours

A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Rüdesheim. This luxury experiences covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Onboard Life & Entertainment

Culinary Experience

Included Complimentary Dining
Grand Dining RoomOceanview Café (Buffet)
Specialty Fine Dining Options
Pinnacle Grill SteakhouseTuscan Grille ItalianJacques French BistroRed Ginger Pan-Asian
Dietary Accommodations
Vegetarian
Vegan
Halal
Kosher
GlutenFree

Vessel Entertainment & Activities

Onboard Thrill Activities
Fitness jogging trackShuffleboard
Amenities Overview
1 Swimming Pools
Luxury Spa & Salon

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Guest Reviews

Realistic feedback from verified cruise bookings.

Guest Traveler 14.8

The ship was clean and well maintained. Wi-Fi was a bit slow in remote areas, but overall a great value cruise. Slipped off to 10-Night Rhine River Castles & Vineyards and had a fantastic time.

honeymoon Voyage • 2026-07-08
Guest Traveler 23.9

Absolutely loved the balcony cabin and the service was top notch! The excursions in ports of call were well organized. Slipped off to 10-Night Rhine River Castles & Vineyards and had a fantastic time.

solo Voyage • 2026-07-03
Guest Traveler 34.7

The ship was clean and well maintained. Wi-Fi was a bit slow in remote areas, but overall a great value cruise. Slipped off to 10-Night Rhine River Castles & Vineyards and had a fantastic time.

honeymoon Voyage • 2026-06-28