Cities of Light - Clearwater Cruises -

Day	Destination
1	Paris
2	Paris
3	Paris, Luxembourg & Trier
4	Trier
5	Cochem & Koblenz
6	Rüdesheim
7	Heidelberg
8	Würzburg
9	Bamberg
10	Nuremberg & Prague
11	Prague
12	Prague
Number of Nights: 11

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Cities of Light
Paris to Prague

This 12-day journey includes two nights each in two of Europe's most glorious cities, Paris and Prague—plus a scenic river cruise along the Moselle, Rhine and Main Rivers. Drink in the picturesque landscape of vineyard-clad hillsides and sample fine German appellations in the villages of this famous wine-producing region. Discover the romance of Paris and its many historic landmarks. And fall in love with the graceful architecture of Prague, home to countless spires and a vibrant cultural scene.

More days means more to discover—with packages you can add before or after your Viking journey. Whether your trip takes you to Europe, Russia or China, we offer exciting ways to see even more of the region.

Viking Sky

Overview
We take you on an unforgettable journey to discover the treasures of Europe. We own and operate our ships according to the highest standards of Swiss hotel management. Experience the heart of Europe on this state-of-the-art vessel.

75 deluxe cabins, 4 optional deluxe suites. All spacious outside cabins (154 sq. ft.), featuring bathroom with shower, air conditioning, telephone, TV, hairdryer and safe. Suites are cabins with connecting doors on the upper deck, including an additional bathroom with tub and a sofa.

Reception/Lobby
The upper deck lobby area is your information center during your voyage. Your Program Director's desk is located here, so that you can easily ask questions or discuss the day's activities. There is a public address system to announce events; there are also restrooms and an onboard boutique.

Sun Deck
Enjoy sunshine and fresh air while you take in 360-degree views of the scenery as you sail past castles, towns, villages, trees and vineyards. Stand at the railings or relax in a comfortable deck chair. Seating just aft of the bridge is covered with a canopy for those who prefer shade. There is an access way from the sun deck to the bridge. The Sun Deck also features an unheated swimming pool (14 ft. x 28 ft. x 3.28 ft.) perfect for a refreshing dip. This deck is accessible to the upper deck via stairs and chair lift.

Restaurant
The restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. Because it features panoramic windows, you will not miss any of the scenery while you are dining. It seats 150 guests at 23 tables which vary in size, accommodating 4, 6 or 8 guests per table. The dining room is open seating, so you are free to sit where you like—a great way to make new friends. The atmosphere is casual but elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware. The room has a stereo system for playing quiet music during meals. The restaurant is accessible to the upper deck via staircase and elevator.

Observation Lounge/Bar
The observation lounge is a terrific place to meet friends before and after meals. It boasts a large sitting area with chairs, small tables, sofas and a bar area with barstools; there is a 24-hour tea and coffee station with a fruit basket. The lounge has a projector and screen installed in the ceiling, so slides can be shown, and there is a stereo system and dance floor.

Library
The library has comfortable seating and excellent reading light. Our ships' libraries carry approximately 80 books, in various languages but mostly English, and several games such as chess, backgammon and playing cards.

Spa Facilities
Complete relaxation is yours in this onboard mini-spa facility, available by reservation. Enjoy private use of the sauna, whirlpool and solarium (tanning bed).

Deck Plans

Upper Deck

Middle Deck

Lower Deck

Viking River Cruises

Viking River Cruises offers passengers the ultimate in river cruising. All itineraries are designed to provide travelers with comprehensive sightseeing opportunities and feature:

Attentive personal service including an experienced Cruise Manager

Fine gourmet dining and regional specialties

Old World Highlights enrichment program: folkloric entertainment, lectures and demonstrations

Daily sightseeing tours led by knowledgeable, English-speaking guides

Accommodations in an outside, river view cabin with private bathroom and shower

Hotel-style beds and large picture windows that open in many cabins

Intimate, deluxe ships averaging 150 passengers

Beautifully appointed public areas with single-seating restaurants, bar, and lounge

Modern nautical equipment meeting the highest safety standards

With 22 ships, Viking River Cruises continues to expand by building innovative vessels that provide the comfort of a fine hotel under attentive Swiss management. We showcase Europe, Russia and China's numerous rivers: Rhine, Main, Moselle, Danube, Elbe, Seine, Rhône, Saône, Svir, Volga and Yangtze. River cruises are an ideal way to explore all that Europe, Russia and China offer, with visits to quaint villages, historic museums and monuments, and the enchantment of the Old World and Far East.

All-Inclusive Vacations and Highest Quality Accommodations