Viking River Cruises

Viking Eldir

Eldir continues Viking's tradition of offering Scandinavian elegance and innovative engineering on the waterways of Europe. Eldir, whose name means “fire-stoker,” is a servant of the sea giant Ægir in Norse mythology. Despite his lesser-known status, Eldir is recognized for his loyalty and service.
Ship Type
River Ship
Passengers
190
Crew
53
Launched
2025
Refurbished
N/A

Viking Eldir Cruises View all Choose from 509 vacations cruising on board the Viking Eldir

15 Days Amsterdam to Budapest

Operator: Viking

From 5,099pp
Save 4,500pp

15 Days Budapest to Amsterdam

Operator: Viking

From 4,999pp
Save 4,500pp

23 Days Amsterdam to Bucharest

Operator: Viking

From 8,899pp
Save 3,000pp

23 Days Bucharest to Amsterdam

Operator: Viking

From 9,299pp
Save 3,900pp

Life On Board Viking Eldir What can you expect when cruising on board Viking Eldir

The Longship Fleet
The Longship Fleet

Viking's award-winning Longships® showcase innovative engineering, streamlined Scandinavian design and understated elegance. Read more

The Thinking Person's Cruise
The Thinking Person's Cruise

Every aspect of your Viking cruise is designed for the curious traveler seeking rich cultural immersion. Read more

Serene Scandinavian Spaces
Serene Scandinavian Spaces

Elegant, light-filled ships thoughtfully designed to connect you to your destination. Read more

Destination Focused Dining
Destination Focused Dining

From relaxed, multi-course fine-dining to casual meals on the Aquavit Terrace. Read more

All Inclusive
All Inclusive

Viking proudly includes all that you need and nothing you do not and your river cruise fare. Read more

The Viking Way
The Viking Way

Viking offer behind-the-scenes insights and opportunities that set them apart from other travel companies. Read more

Deck Plans

Ship Profile
E
Standard Stateroom
F
Standard Stateroom
Main Deck (Level 1)
D
French Balcony
B
Veranda Stateroom
Middle Deck (Level 2)
C
French Balcony
A
Veranda Stateroom
AA
Veranda Suite
ES
Explorer Suite
Upper Deck (Level 3)
Sun Deck

Cabins

Viking Eldir Standard Stateroom
Standard Stateroom
Cabin Type: River View

Stateroom size: 150 sq ft. River-view stateroom with half-height picture window. Includes a hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration), luxury linens & pillows, free Wi-Fi, 40" flat-screen TV with infotainment read more system, telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, premium toiletries, plush robes & slippers available upon request, bottled water replenished daily, stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, space under bed for storing suitcases and a roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers.

Viking Eldir French Balcony
French Balcony
Cabin Type: Balcony

Stateroom size: 135 sq ft. River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door to create a French balcony. Includes a hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration), luxury linens & pillows, free Wi-Fi, read more 40" flat-screen TV with infotainment system, telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, premium toiletries, plush robes & slippers available upon request, bottled water replenished daily, stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, space under bed for storing suitcases and a roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers.

Viking Eldir Veranda Stateroom
Veranda Stateroom
Cabin Type: Balcony

Stateroom size: 205 sq ft. River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to a full-size veranda. Includes a hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration), luxury linens & pillows, free Wi-Fi, read more 40" flat-screen TV with infotainment system, telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, premium toiletries, plush robes & slippers available upon request, bottled water replenished daily, stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, space under bed for storing suitcases and a roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers.

Viking Eldir Veranda Suite
Veranda Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

Suite size: 275 sq ft. River-view suite with full-size veranda off the spacious, separate sitting room & floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door, known as a French balcony, in the sleeping quarters. Includes a hotel-style bed read more (with optional twin-bed configuration), luxury linens & pillows, free Wi-Fi, two 40" flat-screen TVs with infotainment system, telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, premium toiletries, plush robes & slippers, bottled water replenished daily, stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, space under bed for storing suitcases, roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers, early check-in, complimentary laundry & shoe shine services, welcome champagne, mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily), daily fruit plate and binoculars.

Viking Eldir Explorer Suite
Explorer Suite
Cabin Type: Suite

Suite size: 445 sq ft. River-view suite with private wraparound balcony offering 270-degree views off the spacious, separate sitting room & floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door, known as a French balcony, in the sleeping quarters. read more Includes a hotel-style bed (with optional twin-bed configuration), luxury linens & pillows, free Wi-Fi, two 40" flat-screen TVs with infotainment system, telephone, safe, refrigerator, hair dryer & individual climate control, large private bathroom with spacious glass-enclosed shower, heated bathroom floor & anti-fog mirror, premium toiletries, plush robes & slippers, bottled water replenished daily, stateroom steward & twice-daily housekeeping, space under bed for storing suitcases, roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers, early check-in, complimentary Silver Spirits beverage package, laundry service, room service (during breakfast) & shoe shine service, welcome champagne, mini-bar with wine, beer & soft drinks (replenished daily), daily fruit plate, binoculars, coffee brewer & Marius-weave blanket.

Viking Eldir Cruise Schedule All 509 cruise sailings by departure date on board Viking Eldir

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Days
Name
From - To
From
Starts
Wednesday
25 Mar 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Amsterdam to Budapest
From
7,999pp
Starts
Monday
04 May 2026
Days
11
From - To
Budapest to Bucharest
From
5,799pp
Starts
Tuesday
12 May 2026
Days
23
Cruise Name
From - To
Bucharest to Amsterdam
From
10,149pp
Starts
Tuesday
12 May 2026
Days
11
From - To
Bucharest to Budapest
From
5,799pp
Starts
Wednesday
20 May 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Budapest to Amsterdam
From
5,999pp
Starts
Wednesday
03 Jun 2026
Days
23
Cruise Name
From - To
Amsterdam to Bucharest
From
9,699pp
Starts
Wednesday
03 Jun 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Amsterdam to Budapest
From
5,999pp
Starts
Monday
15 Jun 2026
Days
11
From - To
Budapest to Bucharest
From
4,599pp
Starts
Tuesday
23 Jun 2026
Days
23
Cruise Name
From - To
Bucharest to Amsterdam
From
25,799pp
Starts
Tuesday
23 Jun 2026
Days
11
From - To
Bucharest to Budapest
From
3,799pp
Starts
Wednesday
01 Jul 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Budapest to Amsterdam
From
14,999pp
Starts
Wednesday
15 Jul 2026
Days
23
Cruise Name
From - To
Amsterdam to Bucharest
From
8,949pp
Starts
Wednesday
15 Jul 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Amsterdam to Budapest
From
5,999pp
Starts
Monday
27 Jul 2026
Days
11
From - To
Budapest to Bucharest
From
3,999pp
Starts
Tuesday
04 Aug 2026
Days
23
Cruise Name
From - To
Bucharest to Amsterdam
From
9,299pp
Starts
Tuesday
04 Aug 2026
Days
11
From - To
Bucharest to Budapest
From
3,999pp
Starts
Wednesday
12 Aug 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Budapest to Amsterdam
From
5,899pp
Starts
Wednesday
26 Aug 2026
Days
23
Cruise Name
From - To
Amsterdam to Bucharest
From
29,449pp
Starts
Wednesday
26 Aug 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Amsterdam to Budapest
From
8,799pp
Starts
Monday
07 Sep 2026
Days
11
From - To
Budapest to Bucharest
From
4,799pp
Starts
Tuesday
15 Sep 2026
Days
23
Cruise Name
From - To
Bucharest to Amsterdam
From
9,999pp
Starts
Tuesday
15 Sep 2026
Days
11
From - To
Bucharest to Budapest
From
4,799pp
Starts
Wednesday
23 Sep 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Budapest to Amsterdam
From
5,999pp
Starts
Wednesday
07 Oct 2026
Days
23
Cruise Name
From - To
Amsterdam to Bucharest
From
9,799pp
Starts
Wednesday
07 Oct 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Amsterdam to Budapest
From
5,799pp
Starts
Monday
19 Oct 2026
Days
11
From - To
Budapest to Bucharest
From
4,499pp
Starts
Tuesday
27 Oct 2026
Days
11
From - To
Bucharest to Budapest
From
5,999pp
Starts
Wednesday
04 Nov 2026
Days
15
Cruise Name
From - To
Budapest to Amsterdam
From
5,399pp
Cruise Content
Cabin images are sourced from Viking River Cruises. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on sailing dates.