Explore the best of Europe in new exciting ways with Viking and Tauck’s active excursions in 2018 and 2019!
River cruising in Europe is about to get more energetically fun, thanks to the new active excursion options Viking and Tauck are adding in 2018 and 2019! Viking and Tauck river cruises have established reputations as some of the most interesting ways to experience Europe. Starting in 2018 and 2019, the iconic cruise lines are set to earn new raves as the best cruise lines for active couples, with exciting excursions that allow guests to explore European itineraries through canoeing, biking, and electronic-biking tours.
New European canoe, bike, and e-bike tours from Viking
With Viking’s new active shore excursions, the best european river cruises just got even better. Imagine canoeing on the Elbe, Danube, and Moselle rivers, or paddling down a tributary of the Seine. Taking a bike tour through Austria’s picturesque Wachau Valley or among the windmills of Kinderdijk in the Netherlands. How about a bike tour through the vineyards of Germany’s Black Forest, with a visit at a neighborhood home for cake and tea?
Thanks to Viking’s new active shore excursions, travelers will be able to indulge their desire for more authentic, energetic explorations of the best destinations in Europe.
Viking focuses on providing the best core experience possible on European river cruises, fully immersing guests in the culture and cuisine of the countries they visit. As a result, Viking has a reputation for delivering the best european cruises for couples, where guests travel in luxurious cabins as they travel to the most desired destinations. On these all-inclusive voyages, couples enjoy many amenities typically considered extras, such as lunch and dinner drinks and Wi-Fi, free of charge. Until now, included shore excursions have taken a more relaxed approach to exploring, consisting for the most part of walking and motorcoach tours.
Viking has impressively expanded its shore excursions with a new portfolio of optional tours on selected European destinations this year. The new tours are built around three pillars: Local Life, Working World, and Privileged Access. Viking’s new excursions are ideal for guests who want to take a more active role in exploring the beauty of Europe. On select 2018 and 2019 itineraries, Viking guests will have the opportunity to purchase active optional excursions that include canoe, bike, and electronic bike tours. Of course, guests still have the option of an included shore excursion at each destination. 
Guests will need to book Viking’s new excursions in advance, as the equipment needed for the more active shore excursions, such as canoes, bikes, and electronic bikes, will be provided in port rather than carried onboard the ships. Fortunately, Viking’s online portal MyVikingJourney.com makes booking these new excursions a breeze.
New active excursions from Tauck
Starting with its Spring 2018 sailings, Tauck will also be offering more active excursions for travelers on selected European itineraries. Guests can participate in on-board yoga-inspired stretching classes, before heading out on guided bike outings and hiking opportunities at a variety of European river cruise destinations.
If these new active excursions on 2018 and 2019 European River cruises sound appealing, book your Viking cruise today by calling CruiseExperts.com at 1.888.804.CRUISE (2784). Our travel experts can help you choose from hundreds of exciting river cruise itineraries and pricing incentives to find the ideal cruise itinerary for your vacation. Don’t forget to like us on Facebook and join our InnerCircle for exclusive offers and cruise news you can use! Also, check out our new Resource Center, where you can receive expert knowledge from us before your next cruise or cruisetour!