The gold standard of European river travel. Viking Hermod features Viking's patented Longship design with Scandinavian blond woods, an offset corridor creating true two-room Veranda Suites, the indoor/outdoor Aquavit Terrace for alfresco dining, and immersive 8-day Rhine Getaway journeys between Amsterdam and Basel past over 40 hilltop castles.
Viking Hermod's 445 sq ft Explorer Suites sit at the aft of the ship with 270-degree wraparound verandas, separate living room, French balcony in bedroom, and large master bathroom with heated floors. Plus, the Aquavit Terrace offers glass-enclosed indoor/outdoor dining at the bow.
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| Viking Longship Feature | Scandinavian Engineering | Viking Inclusive Value |
|---|---|---|
| Patented Longship Layout | Offset corridor maximizing cabin dimensions, creating true two-room suites with walk-out verandas. | Spacious staterooms, premium Freyja bath amenities, and heated bathroom floors. |
| Aquavit Terrace Bow Dining | Indoor/outdoor dining venue with retractable floor-to-ceiling glass walls at the ship's bow. | Enjoy breakfast or lunch outdoors while cruising beneath the Lorelei rock in the Rhine Gorge. |
| The Restaurant & Regional Wine | Multi-course dining highlighting German sauerbraten, Alsatian tarte flambée, and Swiss cheeses. | Complimentary beer, wine, and soft drinks with lunch/dinner; daily guided walking tour in every port. |
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| Viking Hermod Metric | Vessel Specifications | Vincent Cruises Strategic Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity & Staterooms | 190 Guests | 95 Outside Staterooms | 50 Crew Members. | All outside-facing staterooms with solar panels and hybrid propulsion for smooth sailing. |
| Rhine Getaway Route (8 Days) | Amsterdam to Basel (Cologne Cathedral, Koblenz, Marksburg Castle, Heidelberg, Strasbourg). | Vincent Cruises arranges pre-cruise 5-star Amsterdam canal packages and Swiss rail extensions. |
| Cultural Enrichment | Onboard glassblowing demonstrations, classical string ensemble concerts, and historical lectures. | Vincent Cruises locks in exclusive agency Onboard Spending Credits on select Viking departures. |
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"From pioneering luxury cruising on Colombia's Magdalena River with AmaWaterways to sailing the scenic Chesapeake Bay from Baltimore, we craft extraordinary journeys."
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"Our clients love our comprehensive care. When booking Viking Longships for Rhine castle sailings or cruising out of Baltimore, we coordinate all boutique hotel stays, private transfers, and exclusive shipboard amenities."
River & Destination Specialist
"The Magdalena River with AmaWaterways brings an untouched world of vibrant biodiversity, cumbia music, and colonial architecture to luxury river cruising."
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