Key Facts

• Viking fares include one guided excursion in each port, Wi-Fi, and beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
• Viking gratuities, spirits and some premium excursions may cost extra; airport transfers may also cost extra on some trips.
• Tauck and Uniworld include gratuities, excursions and transfers in their fares, while Viking, AmaWaterways and Avalon typically exclude gratuities.
• AmaWaterways offers bikes and wellness hosts, welcomes families and provides specialty dining at no extra charge.
• Uniworld is known for ornate decor and bundles many services into its fare.
• Viking is adults-only and has ships with similar layouts and routines.
• Avalon offers quieter sailings and Active & Discovery trips, while Tauck provides guided tours with a tour director and small groups.
• Cabins near the middle of a ship's middle deck may be less exposed to engine vibration and footsteps than cabins at the back or on the top deck.