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Cruise your way to a date

25th January 2013 Print
Viking Spirit

This Valentine's Day, Viking River Cruises is offering the perfect trips for anyone who wants to surprise their partner with a romantic river cruise in 2013. The Danube and the Seine are known for their prestigious beauty and illustrious history and with Viking, the rivers will also offer the perfect route to a memorable Valentine's present.

The Romantic Danube

This 8-day journey on board one of Viking's stylish Longships travels through the heart of Germany, Austria and Hungry on the international waterway of the Danube.

Sail between the divided city of Budapest and under the grand Chain Bridge, take a half-day city tour of Vienna, visiting the quaint village of Passau and cruise between the souring gorges and take in the stunning scenery through the Wachau Valley.

The eight day itinerary costs from £1,245 per person, based on two people sharing. This price includes return economy flights, all meals on board, wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, six guided tours (visiting four UNESCO World Heritage Sites), a Hungarian evening show, a classical music performance and all port charges, airport taxes and transfers.

Paris & the Heart of Normandy

On this 8-day journey, the Viking Pride sails from the 'city of love', Paris, and through breathtaking Normandy visiting the likes of Rouen, Les Andelys, Giverny and Conflans before ending back in picturesque Paris.

Itinerary highlights include the Gothic architecture of Rouen, exquisite gardens of Giverny, and the historic shoreline of the Normandy beaches.

The eight day itinerary costs from £1,195 per person, based on two people sharing. This price includes return economy flights, all meals on board, wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, six guided tours (visiting three UNESCO World Heritage Sites), French lessons, winemaking demonstrations & tasting and all port charges, airport taxes and transfers.

For more information, visit vikingrivercruises.co.uk.

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