Viking River Cruises

Viking Vidar

Launched in 2015 Viking Vidar joins Viking's award-winning fleet of Longships cruising the waterways of Europe. Streamlined Scandinavian design and understated elegance, Viking Vidar is thoughtfully engineered to get you closer to your destination, providing unprecedented levels of comfort, including spacious staterooms with full-size verandas and the largest suites on Europe’s rivers.
SHIP TYPE
River Ship
PASSENGERS
190
CREW
50
LAUNCHED
2015
REFURBISHED
N/A

Viking Vidar Cruises View all Choose from 1,549 holidays cruising on board the Viking Vidar

15 Days Amsterdam to Budapest

Operator: Viking

From 6,331
Save 2,566

15 Days Budapest to Amsterdam

Operator: Viking

From 6,331
Save 2,560

8 Days Amsterdam to Basel

Operator: Viking

From 2,965
Save 2,347

23 Days Amsterdam to Bucharest

Operator: Viking

From 11,479
Save 2,547

Viking Vidar Reviews (4) 99 reviews of Viking Vidar from past clients of Global Journeys

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Eastern Europe   2 , QLD, Australia, May 2023
Amazing cruise with exceptional views. A truly amazing trip from Bucharest to Amsterdam travelling with Viking. Definitely looking at other river cruises for the near future.
Fabulous trip through Europe   0 , TAS, Australia, May 2023
We have just completed a fabulous 3 week cruise from Bucharest to Amsterdam with Viking and could not be happier with the itinerary, the ship or its fantastic staff. The itinerary was packed with as much or as little as one required and there was absolutely no chance of getting bored! The included tours, particularly in the first week in Bulgaria, Serbia ...read more and Croatia were comprehensive and very enlightening. There was scope to look, in depth, at key political and historic aspects of the countries that we visited, or simply take in the views. The tour guides were tremendously informative and the cruise director on our ship, Viking Vidar, was peerless in his knowledge of the Rhine/Main/Danube Rivers and their respective histories. I feel as though I have learned so much and this was in spite of the fact that we had cruised from Bucharest to Amsterdam on a previous cruise!

The services on board the ship were excellent with no request too difficult for either the hotel or dining staff. The meals were fabulous and very well considered. We were fed really well, but we didn't roll off the ship in Amsterdam fearing exposure to rich food. There was always scope to eat "plain" food if desired and the access to fresh fruit and salads was exceptionally good.
The rooms were more than adequate. It would be really nice if the beds faced towards the side of the ship rather than along its length, but this was the only issue that we had with the room, which was excellently maintained and kept spotlessly clean and fresh whilst we were on board by our extraordinarily diligent room attendant. All up, we enjoyed a brilliant crise and we couldn't recommend Viking more highly.
A wonderful week of fun and relaxation   1 , WA, Australia, Jul 2019
Very well organised cruise with exceptional crew. We made many friends from Canada, Greece, South Africa and the U.S. Included excursions on the cruise were great. We didn’t sign up for any of the optional excursions as we wanted to enjoy the relaxation on the ship. The weather was hot so it was nice to come back to the air conditioning on the ship ...read more after a morning excursion. Meals on the ship were first class.
Sensational Holiday of a Lifetime     8 , NSW, Australia, May 2018
Our entire experience was without a hitch and more than what we could have imagined or expected. We knew we had a very high quality cruise ahead of us, but once we embarked on Viking Vidar at Amsterdam, we constantly exclaimed "Isn't this incredibly amazing". We felt we had really reached the pinnacle of exceptionally refined holiday living. Our suite ...read more was so well designed with every comfort considered. The overall style of the ship reflects quality in materials and design.

Going beyond the physical appearance and functionality of this superb craft, we were extremely impressed on a daily basis with our dining experience. The deliciousness and variety of meals we enjoyed were only improved and made even more enjoyable by the friendly and helpful staff and the company of our fellow cruisers. Our entire experience, including the initial reservation through to the hugely informative and exciting tours, included and optional, has left us with a great desire to relive it all in the future. It was seamless and pure enjoyment.

Life on Board Viking Vidar What can you expect when cruising on board Viking Vidar

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

Oceanview

Standard Stateroom

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 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.

Balcony

French 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, 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.

Balcony

Veranda Stateroom

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, 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.

Suite

Veranda 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 (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.

Suite

Explorer 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. 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 Vidar Cruise Schedule All 1,549 cruise sailings by departure date on board Viking Vidar

Starts Days Name Itinerary From
Monday
06 May 2024
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 12,095
Tuesday
14 May 2024
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 11,195
Wednesday
22 May 2024
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 20,295
Monday
17 Jun 2024
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 8,395
Wednesday
03 Jul 2024
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 15,795
Tuesday
06 Aug 2024
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 10,295
Wednesday
14 Aug 2024
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 18,295
Tuesday
17 Sep 2024
23 European Sojourn Bucharest to Amsterdam 18,095
Tuesday
17 Sep 2024
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 8,895
Wednesday
25 Sep 2024
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 10,795
Wednesday
09 Oct 2024
15 Grand European Tour Amsterdam to Budapest 10,495
Wednesday
23 Oct 2024
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 9,995
Wednesday
12 Mar 2025
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 9,195
Wednesday
26 Mar 2025
8 Rhine Getaway Amsterdam to Basel 4,195
Wednesday
02 Apr 2025
8 Rhine Getaway Basel to Amsterdam 5,995
Wednesday
09 Apr 2025
15 Grand European Tour Amsterdam to Budapest 9,195
Wednesday
23 Apr 2025
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 9,895
Wednesday
07 May 2025
23 European Sojourn Amsterdam to Bucharest 16,995
Wednesday
07 May 2025
15 Grand European Tour Amsterdam to Budapest 10,595
Monday
19 May 2025
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 9,295
Tuesday
27 May 2025
23 European Sojourn Bucharest to Amsterdam 16,995
Tuesday
27 May 2025
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 9,295
Wednesday
04 Jun 2025
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 10,595
Wednesday
18 Jun 2025
23 European Sojourn Amsterdam to Bucharest 15,995
Wednesday
18 Jun 2025
15 Grand European Tour Amsterdam to Budapest 9,895
Monday
30 Jun 2025
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 8,995
Tuesday
08 Jul 2025
23 European Sojourn Bucharest to Amsterdam 14,995
Tuesday
08 Jul 2025
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 8,695
Wednesday
16 Jul 2025
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 9,195
Wednesday
30 Jul 2025
23 European Sojourn Amsterdam to Bucharest 14,695
Wednesday
30 Jul 2025
15 Grand European Tour Amsterdam to Budapest 9,195
Monday
11 Aug 2025
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 8,195
Tuesday
19 Aug 2025
23 European Sojourn Bucharest to Amsterdam 15,495
Tuesday
19 Aug 2025
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 8,495
Wednesday
27 Aug 2025
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 9,895
Wednesday
10 Sep 2025
23 European Sojourn Amsterdam to Bucharest 17,095
Wednesday
10 Sep 2025
15 Grand European Tour Amsterdam to Budapest 10,595
Monday
22 Sep 2025
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 9,295
Tuesday
30 Sep 2025
23 European Sojourn Bucharest to Amsterdam 16,295
Tuesday
30 Sep 2025
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 9,295
Wednesday
08 Oct 2025
15 Grand European Tour Budapest to Amsterdam 9,895
Wednesday
22 Oct 2025
23 European Sojourn Amsterdam to Bucharest 14,995
Wednesday
22 Oct 2025
15 Grand European Tour Amsterdam to Budapest 9,895
Monday
03 Nov 2025
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 7,795
Tuesday
11 Nov 2025
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 7,695
Wednesday
06 May 2026
23 European Sojourn Amsterdam to Bucharest 15,695
Wednesday
06 May 2026
15 Grand European Tour Amsterdam to Budapest 11,695
Monday
18 May 2026
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 8,995
Tuesday
26 May 2026
23 European Sojourn Bucharest to Amsterdam 15,695
Tuesday
26 May 2026
11 Passage to Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 8,995
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.