Passage to Eastern Europe
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Passage to Eastern Europe

Departure 29 Apr 2026
Duration 7 Nights
Cruise Line Viking River Cruises
Ship Viking Lif

Featured Cabins

0800 059 0570

Itinerary

Bucharest, Romania

Date of arrival 29 Apr 2026

Bucharest, in southern Romania, is the country’s capital and commercial center. Its iconic landmark is the massive, communist-era Palatul Parlamentului government building, which has 1,100 rooms. Nearby, the historic Lipscani district is home to an energetic nightlife scene as well as tiny Eastern Orthodox Stavropoleos Church and 15th-century Curtea Veche Palace, where Prince Vlad III (“The Impaler”) once ruled.

Bucharest

Ruse, Bulgaria

Date of arrival 30 Apr 2026
Ruse

Vidin, Bulgaria

Date of arrival 1 May 2026
Vidin

Golubac, Serbia

Date of arrival 2 May 2026
Golubac

Belgrade, Serbia

Date of arrival 3 May 2026
Belgrade

Osijek, Croatia

Date of arrival 4 May 2026
Osijek

Kalocsa, Hungary

Date of arrival 5 May 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Day 1

Bucharest, Romania

Date of arrival 29 Apr 2026

Bucharest, in southern Romania, is the country’s capital and commercial center. Its iconic landmark is the massive, communist-era Palatul Parlamentului government building, which has 1,100 rooms. Nearby, the historic Lipscani district is home to an energetic nightlife scene as well as tiny Eastern Orthodox Stavropoleos Church and 15th-century Curtea Veche Palace, where Prince Vlad III (“The Impaler”) once ruled.

Bucharest
Day 2

Ruse, Bulgaria

Date of arrival 30 Apr 2026
Ruse
Day 3

Vidin, Bulgaria

Date of arrival 1 May 2026
Vidin
Day 4

Golubac, Serbia

Date of arrival 2 May 2026
Golubac
Day 5

Belgrade, Serbia

Date of arrival 3 May 2026
Belgrade
Day 6

Osijek, Croatia

Date of arrival 4 May 2026
Osijek
Day 7

Kalocsa, Hungary

Date of arrival 5 May 2026

No additional details available for this day.

Budapest, Hungary

Date of arrival 6 May 2026

Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube. It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country’s political, cultural and commercial hub it is now. Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves. Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City. The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city’s history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles. Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe. The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish. Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.

Budapest
Day 8

Budapest, Hungary

Date of arrival 6 May 2026

Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube. It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country’s political, cultural and commercial hub it is now. Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves. Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City. The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city’s history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles. Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe. The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish. Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.

Budapest

Cabin Options

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Standard Staterooms- Cat E & F

Welcome to the Standard Staterooms- Cat E & F aboard the Viking Lif 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 4 persons
Size
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Veranda Stateroom- Cat A & B

Welcome to the Veranda Stateroom- Cat A & B aboard the Viking Lif 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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Veranda Suite- Cat AA

Welcome to the Veranda Suite- Cat AA aboard the Viking Lif 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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Explorer Suite- Cat ES

Welcome to the Explorer Suite- Cat ES aboard the Viking Lif 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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French Balcony- Cat C & D

Welcome to the French Balcony- Cat C & D aboard the Viking Lif 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

Bringer of Life to a New World

Her name means “life.” In Norse mythology, Lif and the male Lifthrasir are two mortals who are foretold that they will survive Ragnarok, the end of the world as it is known, by hiding in the forest of Hodmimir.

Viking lif

Viking lif Information

Launched 2014
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
  • Guest Services
  • Restaurant
  • Veranda Staterooms (Cat A, B)
  • French Balcony Stateroom (Cat c, D)

Upper Deck

  • Internet Room
  • Library
  • Bar
  • Buffet
  • Observation 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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