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2010 Portraits of Southern France From $1,856 / 8 Days / 6 Guided Tours / 1 Country
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The best way to discover the heart of Europe is to travel along its great rivers. And there is no better way to do it than aboard the deluxe Viking Neptune. Stroll the decks at sunset, linger in an elegant lounge, take in the splendor of Europe’s breathtaking scenery from panoramic windows in our elegantly appointed public areas, or from the privacy of your stateroom. The ships’ staterooms feature hotel-style beds and large picture windows that open. Carrying a maximum of 150 passengers, Viking Neptune offers an intimate atmosphere where passengers can really get to know fellow guests.

Fine Dining

Fine dining consists of early bird breakfast, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Guests may choose between several courses during lunch and dinner.

Staterooms

Viking Neptune features 75 comfortable outside staterooms each with telephone, television, individual climate control and in-room safe.

Life Aboard Viking Neptune

  • 75 comfortable outside staterooms (63 deluxe, 12 standard)
  • Sun deck with 360-degree views
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Onboard boutique
  • Library
  • Free shipwide wireless internet service
  • Walk-around, open air promenade deck
  • Laundry service
  • Birthday and anniversary policy - cake served in the restaurant or a bottle of champagne placed in stateroom

Fine Dining Aboard Viking Neptune

Our chefs create a variety of tasty offerings for you, with freshly prepared seasonal local vegetables, European specialties adapted for American tastes, and homemade soups prepared daily. For breakfast, choose from our selections of pastries, cereals, breakfast meats, fresh fruit and selected cheeses. Or you may prefer a hot dish, such as an omelet prepared to order. At lunch, select from the soup and sandwich bar, or a choice of entrées and dessert. And for dinner, you are treated to a five-course gourmet menu with regional specialties. You can also select from our regional wines to perfectly complement your meal. And wherever you sail, you will find enhancements reflecting your itinerary—it is all part of experiencing the local culture.

Stateroom Features

  • Staterooms: 75 (63 deluxe, 12 standard)
  • Deluxe Stateroom: (Cat A, B, C, D) 154 sq. ft.
  • Standard Stateroom (Cat E) 120 sq. ft.
  • All staterooms are outside with river view
  • Category A & B have large windows that open
  • Category C & D have large picture windows that cannot be opened
  • Category E has half-height picture window that cannot be opened
  • Deluxe staterooms have hotel-style beds
  • Standard staterooms have a Pullman bed and a sofa bed
  • All beds are equipped with a hypoallergenic duvet
  • Additionally, the following is supplied in all staterooms on embarkation day: ship information folder containing welcome letter and two postcards.
  • Every evening, the program for the following day, Viking News, is delivered to your room.