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Experience the heart of Russia on one of the very best ships sailing on the country's waterways today. Constructed at the renowned Boizenburg Shipyard on the Elbe River in Germany, Viking Helgi, Viking Truvor and Viking Ingvar were part of the 27-ship "302" series, designed to offer visitors the very best Russia cruise ship experience. Viking Helgi was built in 1984 and was fully refurbished in 2008; Viking Truvor was built in 1987 and fully refurbished in 2009; Viking Ingvar was built in 1990 and fully refurbished in 2011. These ships now carry 210 guests in two 290-square-foot suites and 104 spacious staterooms, all of which meet the latest European standards of comfort and elegance, with all hotel-style beds (except for the two single staterooms) and amenities like 26-inch flat-panel TVs, in-room refrigerators and three open air promenade decks.
Keeping line with Viking’s 175 years of river cruising history, you will receive the very best of service aboard Viking Helgi. The fact that Viking specializes in river cruises means that the experience of a river cruise will not be matched by any other company. From panoramic windows to the most expert of river tour guides, there will be no shortage of enjoyment aboard Viking Helgi.
Viking Helgi's immersion in local culture does not end with the river. Open dining is provided throughout the day so guests can partake in the finest in local cuisine at any time of the day. Expertly trained chefs use the freshest ingredients to prepare regional delicacies which match perfectly with hand-picked bottles of local wines.
Off-boat activities are also offered to compliment the on-ship portion of your voyage. Try your hands at local activities and customs to get the real-world feel of the area you are traveling in. From music to food and wine tastings, you will have many tales to bring back to your friends and family.
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Viking Helgi Facts |
Inaugural Year: 1984
Refurbished Year: 2007
Country of Registration: Germany
Guest Occupancy*: 210
Crew: 114
Crew-to-Passenger Ratio: 1 to 2
Length: 129.10 meters
Beam: 16.70 meters
Passenger Decks: 3
Staterooms
Total: 106
Suites, with balcony: 0
Suites, without balcony: 2
Ocean View, with balcony: 0
Ocean View, without balcony: 104
Inside: 0
Accessible Staterooms: 0
Dining Type: Open
Casino: No
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Ship Highlights
Fine dining aboard Viking Helgi
Viking Helgi's chefs create a variety of tasty offerings for you, with freshly prepared seasonal local vegetables, European specialties adapted to satisfy the tastes of our passengers, 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 entrees 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.
Cultural Highlights
To complement your onshore excursions, take part in Viking Helgi's Cultural Highlights-immersive learning and enhancement activities both on board and ashore:
- Traditional Russian or Ukrainian tea
- Russian cuisine workshop
- Russian or Ukrainian ballet or opera performance
- Cossack horsemanship show
These in-depth experiences are included as an essential part of discovering more about the places through which you cruise, and each activity is planned specifically to illuminate each itinerary.
Culture Curriculum
Sometimes you want to dig a little deeper. Viking Helgi offers a series of onboard multimedia talks to shed light on the history and culture of the places you visit. Learn about:
- The Romanov czars
- History of Russia or Ukraine
- Putin and Democracy
- Vikings in Europe
- Key words and phrases in the local language
These presentations provide a context for your own observations, enhancing your travel experience. |
Viking Helgi Deals
Check out the cruise deals that we have available on Viking Helgi cruises: |
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Click a price below to view the Viking Helgi cruises during that month in that destination.
Pricing listed above is per person, based on double occupancy in the least expensive accommodations available, are subject to change, may not reflect the most recent pricing, and get updated daily at 4:00 am. Prices don't reflect discounts and special promotions that you may qualify for. Go to Step 3 of the online booking process to view the live pricing and latest sales. Government taxes and fees are additional (viewable on Step 5).
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Suite (Category AA)
Approximate Size: 320 square feet
Located on: Middle Deck
Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration) Large picture window 4.10 ft. x 2.79 ft. (can be opened) Large private bathroom with shower and premium bath products Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Air conditioning Space under bed for storing suitcases Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers
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Deluxe Stateroom (Categories AX, BX, CX, and DX)
Approximate Size: 161 square feet
AX located on: Upper Deck
BX located on: MIddle Deck
CX and DX located on: Main Deck
Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration) Large picture window 4.10 ft. x 2.79 ft. (can be opened) Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Air conditioning Space under bed for storing suitcases Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers Voltage: 220V and 110V in stateroom 26-inch Sony flat-panel TV |
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Standard Stateroom (Categories EX and FX)
Approximate Size: 158 square feet
Located on: Main Deck
Hotel-style beds 79 inches x 63 inches (with optional twin-bed configuration) Porthole-style window (does not open) Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Air conditioning Space under bed for storing suitcases Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers |
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Single Stateroom (Categories CS)
Approximate Size: 70 square feet
Located on: Upper Deck
One sofa bed 75 inches x 31 inches Large picture window 4.10 ft. x 2.79 ft. (can be opened) Private bathroom with shower and premium bath products Telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer & bottled water replenished daily Bathrobe and slippers available upon request Air conditioning Roomy wardrobe with wooden hangers |
All stateroom descriptions are subject to change. Photos provided are not guaranteed to accurately represent the room listed. Some staterooms in the same category may have different furniture arrangements or be a different size than listed. We reserve the right to correct errors. Please verify all details with the cruise line directly. |
Viking Helgi Photo Gallery
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For photos of staterooms, please click the accommodations tab provided above. Ship is subject to modifications. |
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