Viking Njord

The 2012-built Longship Viking Njord cruises on the Danube River in Austria, Germany, Hungary, and Slovakia, departing from homeports Budapest, Nuremberg, and Passau.

This Viking Longship is named after Njord (Njordr), the Vanir god of wind and sea in Norse mythology. Njord was worshipped by seafarers, fishermen, and traders, who prayed to him for calm waters and safe voyages. He was first married to his sister Nerthus, with whom he fathered Freyr (god of harvest) and Freya (goddess of love). His second wife was the winter goddess Skadi. The name Njord in Old Norse means “force” or “power.”

The vessel’s namesake is MY Njord (2025-built residential ship owned by Ocean Residences).

The vessel (ENI number 7001955) is currently Switzerland-flagged (MMSI 269057387) and registered in Basel.

Cabins

Viking Njord offers two Explorer Suites with 270-degree panoramic views and private wraparound verandas. The seven Veranda Suites feature two separate rooms, with a veranda off the living room and a French balcony in the bedroom. Additional accommodations include 39 Veranda Staterooms, 22 French Balcony staterooms, and 25 Standard staterooms across 8 categories.

Shipboard facilities

The Observation Lounge and bar feature floor-to-ceiling glass doors providing panoramic views. Dining options include the Njord Restaurant (main dining room) and the Aquavit Terrace (alfresco). Located at the bow, the Aquavit Terrace offers both indoor and outdoor seating and is ideal for relaxation. The Sun Deck provides a shaded seating area with 360-degree views.

Additional facilities include an Atrium (lobby), Library (with Internet access), Shop (souvenirs and gifts), Sky Bar, Herbal Garden, putting green, walking track, and shuffleboard. The Viking Njord Longship does not have a gym, pool, Jacuzzi, or spa.

Viking Njord cruise fares include Wi-Fi, all shore excursions, ground transfers, live evening entertainment, daily lectures, food and wine tastings, 24-hour coffee and tea, and daily replenished bottled water.

Viking Njord river cruise prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and are indicative only. Actual rates may vary depending on promotions, special offers, group bookings, or last-minute deals. Some Danube itineraries may also include discounted round-trip airfare from the USA on select departures.

River Cruise Itineraries

The following Viking Njord itineraries are offered as themed cruise programs:

• "DANUBE WALTZ" – 7-day cruises between Budapest and Passau (in both directions), visiting Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary, with 6 included excursions. Disembarkation in Passau includes a bus transfer to Munich, with optional 3-night hotel stays in Prague (Czech Republic). Embarkation from Passau includes transfers from Munich.
• "ROMANTIC DANUBE" – 7-day cruises between Nuremberg and Budapest (in both directions), visiting Austria, Germany, and Hungary, with 6 included excursions. Optional hotel stays include 2 nights in Nuremberg or 3 nights in Prague. Cruises departing from Nuremberg begin with a scenic journey along the Main-Danube Canal (including lock passages) and conclude in Budapest, where optional hotel extensions are available.

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