Paris to the Swiss Alps
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Paris to the Swiss Alps

Departure 5 Aug 2026
Duration 7 Nights
Cruise Line Viking River Cruises
Ship Viking Idun

Featured Cabins

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Itinerary

Trier, Germany

Date of arrival 5 Aug 2026
Trier

Bernkastel-Kues, Germany

Date of arrival 6 Aug 2026
Bernkastel-Kues

Winningen, Germany

Date of arrival 7 Aug 2026
Winningen

Sailing the Middle Rhine

Date of arrival 8 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Mainz, Germany

Date of arrival 9 Aug 2026
Mainz

Speyer, Germany

Date of arrival 10 Aug 2026

Speyer is a town located in southwest Germany situated beside the river Rhine. Originally founded by the Romans, it is one of the oldest settlements in Germany and is situated in the popular wine growing region of the Palatinate. A key attraction of Speyer is the Historical Museum of the Palatinate, which is one of the most celebrated culture-history museums in Germany. It features five permanent collections including Prehistory, Roman Times, Cathedral Treasury, Modern Era and Wine Museum. Not far from the museum, visitors will find the Imperial Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is considered the largest preserved Romanesque church in Europe. Originally constructed by Konrad II, this magnificent and looming building was intended to demonstrate the Lord’s religio-political claim to power against the papacy. Speyer has been producing wine since its Roman beginnings and wine tasting, festivals and events are popular all year round. The town is popular for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling as well as guided walking tours of the town.

Speyer

Strasbourg, France

Date of arrival 11 Aug 2026
Strasbourg
Day 1

Trier, Germany

Date of arrival 5 Aug 2026
Trier
Day 2

Bernkastel-Kues, Germany

Date of arrival 6 Aug 2026
Bernkastel-Kues
Day 3

Winningen, Germany

Date of arrival 7 Aug 2026
Winningen
Day 4

Sailing the Middle Rhine

Date of arrival 8 Aug 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Day 5

Mainz, Germany

Date of arrival 9 Aug 2026
Mainz
Day 6

Speyer, Germany

Date of arrival 10 Aug 2026

Speyer is a town located in southwest Germany situated beside the river Rhine. Originally founded by the Romans, it is one of the oldest settlements in Germany and is situated in the popular wine growing region of the Palatinate. A key attraction of Speyer is the Historical Museum of the Palatinate, which is one of the most celebrated culture-history museums in Germany. It features five permanent collections including Prehistory, Roman Times, Cathedral Treasury, Modern Era and Wine Museum. Not far from the museum, visitors will find the Imperial Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which is considered the largest preserved Romanesque church in Europe. Originally constructed by Konrad II, this magnificent and looming building was intended to demonstrate the Lord’s religio-political claim to power against the papacy. Speyer has been producing wine since its Roman beginnings and wine tasting, festivals and events are popular all year round. The town is popular for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling as well as guided walking tours of the town.

Speyer
Day 7

Strasbourg, France

Date of arrival 11 Aug 2026
Strasbourg

Basel, Switzerland

Date of arrival 12 Aug 2026

Basel is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the Swiss, French and German borders. It is located on the bend of the River Rhine and benefits from a Mediterranean climate. It is the third most populated city in Switzerland and has been the commercial hub for Swiss arts and culture since the Renaissance. In 1967 the people of Basel voted to acquire two paintings by Picasso, who was so moved by the Basel people that he donated 3 paintings and a study to the city’s Kunstmuseum (Museum of Fine Arts). Visit the Augusta Raurica, one of the largest Roman archaeology parks in Switzerland, and enjoy a river crossings over the River Rhine by non-motorised ferries. During the summer months, time is spent outdoors, either swimming in the River Rhine, dining al fresco, enjoying open air concerts, cinema, street parties and festivals. Basel is home to over 20 restaurants that have won GaultMillau or Michelin awards, and boasts Switzerland’s largest collection of theatre shows, including modern contemporary dance, touring and puppetry theatre.

Basel
Day 8

Basel, Switzerland

Date of arrival 12 Aug 2026

Basel is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the Swiss, French and German borders. It is located on the bend of the River Rhine and benefits from a Mediterranean climate. It is the third most populated city in Switzerland and has been the commercial hub for Swiss arts and culture since the Renaissance. In 1967 the people of Basel voted to acquire two paintings by Picasso, who was so moved by the Basel people that he donated 3 paintings and a study to the city’s Kunstmuseum (Museum of Fine Arts). Visit the Augusta Raurica, one of the largest Roman archaeology parks in Switzerland, and enjoy a river crossings over the River Rhine by non-motorised ferries. During the summer months, time is spent outdoors, either swimming in the River Rhine, dining al fresco, enjoying open air concerts, cinema, street parties and festivals. Basel is home to over 20 restaurants that have won GaultMillau or Michelin awards, and boasts Switzerland’s largest collection of theatre shows, including modern contemporary dance, touring and puppetry theatre.

Basel

Cabin Options

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Standard Staterooms- Cat E & F

Welcome to the Standard Staterooms- Cat E & F aboard the Viking Idun from Viking River Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size
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French Balcony- Cat C & D

Welcome to the French Balcony- Cat C & D aboard the Viking Idun from Viking River Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size
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Explorer Suite- Cat ES

Welcome to the Explorer Suite- Cat ES aboard the Viking Idun from Viking River Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size
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Veranda Suite- Cat AA

Welcome to the Veranda Suite- Cat AA aboard the Viking Idun from Viking River Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Suite
Occupancy 2 persons
Size
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Veranda Stateroom- Cat A & B

Welcome to the Veranda Stateroom- Cat A & B aboard the Viking Idun from Viking River Cruises, your home away from home. Your private abode includes a range of amenities for your enjoyment, relaxation and comfort.
Room Type Outside
Occupancy 2 persons
Size

Ship Facilities

All guests must be 18 years old on or before the day they are scheduled to embark on their cruise; we do not maintain facilities or services on board for younger individuals.

Dining
Enrichment
Entertainment
Health & Fitness
Younger Travellers

All guests must be 18 years old on or before the day they are scheduled to embark on their cruise; we do not maintain facilities or services on board for younger individuals.

About the Ship

Norse Goddess of Spring

Idun is the Norse goddess of spring, rejuvenation and eternal youth.

Viking idun

Viking idun Information

Launched 2012
Length 443 ft (135m)
Guest Capacity 190
Cabins 95
Crew Members 50

Deck Plans

Main Deck

  • Standard Staterooms (Cat E)
  • Standard Staterooms (Cat F)

Middle Deck

  • Shop

  • Restaurant
  • Guest Services
  • Veranda Staterooms (Cat A, B)
  • French Balcony Stateroom (Cat C, D)

Upper Deck

  • Internet Room

  • Library
  • Bar
  • The Lounge
  • Aquavit Terrace
  • Explorer Suites (Cat ES)
  • Veranda Staterooms (A, B)
  • Veranda Suites (Cat AA)
  • French Balcony Staterooms (C, D)

Sun Deck

  • Shaded Sitting Area
  • Putting Green
  • Herb Garden
  • Walking Track

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