Viking Sineus

The Viking Sineus cruises on the Dnieper River in Ukraine and the Black Sea, departing from Kiev and Odessa. This Viking cruise ship is named after Sineus—a Varangian prince/chieftain of the Rus tribe. Brother to Truvor and Rurik, Sineus settled on the southern shores of White Lake (“Lake Beloye”), founding the town of Belozersk (also known as Beloozero). The territories of Truvor and Sineus were later consolidated by Rurik, who established his dynasty in Kiev to rule the Kievan Rus.

Viking Sineus accommodations meet European comfort standards and feature hotel-style beds, 26-inch flat-screen TVs, and in-room refrigerators. The ship’s elegant public spaces and dining venues contribute to making her one of the premier river cruise ships in Ukraine.

Guests can enjoy a fully refurbished vessel accommodating up to 202 passengers in 98 staterooms—2 Junior Suites, 4 Suites, 32 Deluxe, and 60 Veranda cabins. The Sun Deck offers shaded seating and 360-degree views, while onboard facilities include a restaurant, observation lounge, two bars with panoramic views, library, boutique shop, and complimentary Wi-Fi in all staterooms. A doctor is available 24 hours a day.

There are 6 cabin grades across 98 staterooms, including 6 Suites, 60 Balcony cabins, and 32 cabins with non-opening windows. The stateroom categories, numbers, and locations are as follows:

• Suites - JR (x2, Deck 3), AA (x4, Deck 2)
• Balcony Staterooms - AX (x36, Deck 3), BX (x24, Deck 2)
• Deluxe Riverview Staterooms - CX (x4, Deck 1), DX (x20, Deck 1), EX (x8, Deck 1)
• Staterooms include standard amenities such as hotel-style beds (double or twin configuration, sized 2 x 1.6 m or 2 x 0.8 m), 26-inch flat-screen TV (satellite reception and infotainment system), wardrobe, in-closet safe, mini-refrigerator, direct-dial telephone, radio, en-suite bathroom (WC, shower, washbasin, hairdryer, towels, bathrobes, slippers, and toiletries), mirrored vanity (writing desk with chair), bedside tables, reading lights, 220V power outlets, centrally controlled air-conditioning (with thermostat-controlled heating and ventilation), premium bedding, and modern LED lighting. Ceiling height is 2.2 m.

The Main Dining Room is named Neva Restaurant. Additional onboard facilities include:

• Odessa Restaurant (casual dining)
• Panorama Lounge and Bar (observation venue)
• Atrium lobby (Reception)
• Bar and Library (with 2 Internet stations)
• Boutique Shop (Russian gifts and souvenirs)
• Wraparound Promenade Deck
• Sun Deck (Wheelhouse, Sky Bar, shaded seating area)
• 1 elevator
• Medical Room (Infirmary/Doctor’s Office)

Viking River Cruises Russia deals include Wi-Fi Internet, laundry service, all land tours and excursions, ground transfers, live onboard entertainment and lectures, traditional Russian cuisine and vodka tastings, 24-hour tea and coffee, and replenished daily bottled water. Transfers and airport meet-and-greet services are included only when airfares are purchased through Viking Cruises.

Viking Sineus river cruise prices are per person and based on double occupancy. These rates are indicative and may vary depending on travel agency promotions, special offers, group bookings, or last-minute deals. On select itineraries, Viking may offer discounted round-trip airfare from the USA.

River Cruise Itineraries

The following are Viking Sineus cruise itineraries by theme, as announced by Viking Cruises:

• "FOOTSTEPS OF THE COSSACKS" is an 11-day Ukraine/Dnieper River cruise from Kiev to Odessa, and the reverse. “Cruising Only” options are 8 days. This itinerary was previously operated by Viking Lomonosov and includes ports such as Zaporozhye, Kherson (Dnieper River), and Sevastopol and Yalta (Black Sea). Highlights include visits to Kiev, Khortytsia Island (Zaporozhye), St. Catherine Cathedral (Kherson), Bakhchisarai/Khan Palace (from Sevastopol), and Yalta’s historical landmarks.
• "BUCHAREST, ISTANBUL, BLACK SEA" is a 12-day cruise between Bucharest and Istanbul (roundtrip options available), visiting 4 countries and including 8 guided tours, as well as a Danube Delta nature cruise.
• Black Sea cruise deals also include hotel packages (1 night in Bucharest and 2 nights in Istanbul), flight transfers between Turkey and Bulgaria (Istanbul to Burgas), and bus transfers between Tulcea and Bucharest. Optional hotel packages include 2 nights in Istanbul or 3 nights in Bucharest, depending on itinerary direction.

Note: You can see CruiseMapper’s list of all river cruise ships and riverboats in the "Itinerary" section of our River Cruises hub. All companies and their fleets are listed there. For other Russia-based vessels, visit our dedicated Russian River Cruises hub.