About this ship
In Norse mythology Kara is one of the Valkyries who are also known as swan maidens or wish maidens. Legend says that if you can capture and hold a swan maiden or her feathered cloak, you can extract a wish from her.
7 Night Basel Cruise on Viking Kara
Basel, Breisach, and Strasbourg
7 nightsSun, Aug 29, 2027Viking KaraCruiseOnly
From
$7,599pp
$428 / night avg
Including taxes & port fees
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Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking. Questions?
From
$7,599 pp
Quick facts
- Duration7 nights
- DepartsSun, Aug 29, 2027
- ReturnsSun, Sep 5, 2027
- Departure portStrasbourg
- TypeCruiseOnly
- ShipViking Kara
Itinerary
- Port guide
Day 1 — Basel
Dep 21:00:00
Day details
Basel
- Port guide
Day 2 — Breisach
Day details
Breisach
- Port guide
Day 3 — Strasbourg
Day details
Strasbourg
- Port guide
Day 4 — Speyer
Day details
Speyer
- Port guide
Day 5 — Rudesheim
Day details
Rudesheim
- Port guide
Day 6 — Middle Rhine Scenic Sailing
Day details
Middle Rhine Scenic Sailing
- Port guide
Day 7 — Koblenz
Day details
Koblenz
- Port guide
Day 8 — Cologne
Day details
Cologne
- Port guide
Day 9 — Scenic Sailing Waal & Merwede
Day details
Scenic Sailing Waal & Merwede
- Port guide
Day 10 — Kinderdijk
Day details
Kinderdijk
- Port guide
Day 11 — Amsterdam
Arr 02:00:00
Day details
Amsterdam
Why book this sailing
Suite & club options
This ship offers upgraded categories when you want more space and perks.
Tax-inclusive pricing shown
Lead prices include taxes and port fees where available — fewer surprises at checkout.
Cabins & suites
From
$7,599pp
$428 / night avg
Including taxes & port fees
Book this cruise
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Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking. Questions?
Ship experience
Ports of call
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Basel
Day 1Basel
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Breisach
Day 2Breisach
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Strasbourg
Day 3Strasbourg
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Speyer
Day 4Speyer
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Rudesheim
Day 5Rudesheim
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Middle Rhine Scenic Sailing
Day 6Middle Rhine Scenic Sailing
- Explore this port
Koblenz
Day 7Koblenz
- Explore this port
Cologne
Day 8Cologne
- Explore this port
Scenic Sailing Waal & Merwede
Day 9Scenic Sailing Waal & Merwede
- Explore this port
Kinderdijk
Day 10Kinderdijk
- Explore this port
Amsterdam
Day 11Amsterdam
What's included & extra
Included
- Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
- Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel
- Dining
Extra cost
- The Bar — Located in the Lounge, the bar is lively and inviting - a gathering place for guests to view the sce
- The Lounge — Boasting floor-to-ceiling windows, The Lounge is peaceful, serene and casual. Settle in with a cockt
- Onboard Activities — The middle deck reception lobby area is a great place to get information during your journey. Your Program Director’s de
- Sun Deck — Enjoy sunshine and fresh air while you take in 360-degree views of the scenery. Stand at the railing
- Specialty dining — Reservations and cover charges may apply
- Spa & salon — Treatments at additional cost
Policies & FAQ
Summaries only — read full policies on our policy pages.
Ship specifications
- Bars / Lounges
- 2
- Dining / Restaurants
- 2
- Internet
- Yes
- Laundry
- Yes
- Number of Crew
- 50
- Number of Staterooms
- 95
- Number of Suites
- 9
- Passenger Capacity
- 190
- Registry
- Switzerland
- Ship Length
- 443 ft (135 m)
- Year Built
- 2014
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Price history
| Date | From (pp) | Per night |
|---|---|---|
| May 22 | $2,999 | $428 |
| May 21 | $2,699 | $386 |
| May 20 | $2,999 | $428 |
| May 18 | $2,699 | $386 |
| May 17 | $2,999 | $428 |
| May 11 | $2,699 | $386 |
| May 11 | $2,999 | $428 |
Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.