Viking Ingvi

Viking Ingvi on the Danube

Viking Ingvi joined the Viking River Cruises fleet in 2014, designed specifically for the Danube — one of Europe’s most storied waterways, threading through Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. Carrying 190 guests with a crew of 53, she is an intimate ship where life aboard quickly takes on a relaxed, unhurried rhythm. Her two current sailings run as one-way, seven-night passages between Passau in Germany and Budapest in Hungary, connecting two of Central Europe’s most rewarding cities and the historic towns between them. Fares start from A$3,195pp*.

What sets a Viking Ingvi voyage apart is what the line bundles into the fare from the outset. The Viking River Fare includes a complimentary shore excursion at every port, full onboard dining with regional specialities, and beer, wine and soft drinks at lunch and dinner — plus round-the-clock coffees, teas and bottled water, free Wi-Fi and UNESCO site visits. For most guests, that means the daily programme is already paid for before they step ashore.

Life on board

At 135 metres, Viking Ingvi is built to the proportions that suit European river navigation — wide enough for comfort, narrow enough to dock in the heart of each town. The spaces she offers are few but well chosen, and all are open to every guest at no extra charge.

The Aquavit Terrace® is the social heart of the ship: a glass-enclosed al fresco dining area at the bow where breakfast and lunch are served with the river scrolling past on both sides. Upstairs, the Sun Deck gives 360-degree views and houses a Walking Track for anyone who wants to stretch their legs between ports — though access closes during low bridges and canal passages, which is simply part of river travel. The Lounge runs along the upper deck with floor-to-ceiling windows framing the passing landscape; it has a bar (drinks ordered individually unless a package applies) and is the natural place to compare notes with fellow guests after a day ashore.

Two smaller touches reflect the character of the line. The Library holds a curated collection of books — travel writing, history, fiction — in a quiet corner away from the main lounge. The Herb Garden is a working green space on deck where fresh herbs are grown and harvested daily by the culinary team, finding their way into the regional dishes served at every meal.

Cabins on Viking Ingvi

Across 95 cabins, Viking Ingvi offers eight grades spread across outside staterooms, balcony staterooms and suites. Outside staterooms come in two grades: compact and efficiently designed, with a half-height picture window that brings in natural light and river views without the need for a full veranda. Balcony grades step up to two grades with direct access to the outdoors, while the suite category spans four grades — the lower two featuring a French balcony (open glass doors for fresh air and views), the upper two with a full-size veranda and proper outdoor seating. The Viking Ingvi cabins and deck plans page has every grade in full, including layouts and what each includes.

Passau to Budapest — and back

Viking Ingvi’s two current sailings are one-way passages, one departing Passau and one departing Budapest, each running seven nights. Because both cities require a transatlantic flight from Australia, CruiseAway treats the cruise as the centrepiece of a longer European trip — we put the flights, the hotels either side and the transfers on the same booking, so there is nothing to coordinate separately. Our cruise experts know these sailings well and can advise on which direction suits a wider itinerary best.

Viking River Cruises’ wider fleet

Viking River Cruises currently has 30 ships on sale through CruiseAway. They sail across four main waterways:

The ships that sail the Danube River, Europe — Viking Ingvi’s companions on the same river: Viking Eldir, Viking Vali, Viking Rota, Viking Lif, Viking Vidar, Viking Honir, Viking Gullveig, Viking Embla, Viking Aegir and Viking Baldur.

The ships that sail the Rhine River, Europe — a large group of river ships on the Rhine: Viking Idi, Viking Alsvin, Viking Gefjon, Viking Gersemi, Viking Hervor, Viking Annar, Viking Dagur, Viking Sigrun, Viking Haki, Viking Hlin, Viking Hild, Viking Sigyn, Viking Herja, Viking Mimir and Viking Egdir.

The ships that sail the Transatlantic — Viking Vela (no page yet), Viking Astrea and Viking Lyra.

The ships that sail the Western Mediterranean — Viking Libra.

Also in the fleet: Viking Mississippi (view sailings). The full Viking River Cruises page has everything the line offers.

Why book Viking Ingvi with CruiseAway

CruiseAway’s cruise experts know Viking River Cruises’ Danube programme in detail — which direction works best as part of a wider European trip, which cabin grade suits a particular travel style, and how the Viking River Fare stacks up against booking excursions and meals separately. Our Best Price Guarantee applies to every fare, and our DreamAway Packages put the cruise, the flights from Australia, the hotels in Passau or Budapest either side and all transfers on a single booking — one payment, one contact point, nothing left to arrange independently.

Questions about sailing the Danube on Viking Ingvi

Which direction is better — Passau to Budapest, or Budapest to Passau?

Both routes cover the same stretch of the Danube and call at broadly the same ports; the main difference is which city you start and end in. Passau to Budapest suits travellers building a trip that finishes in Central Europe, while Budapest to Passau works well if the wider itinerary begins in Hungary. Our cruise experts can advise based on how the flights and any hotel stays either side fit together.

What does the Viking River Fare actually include?

The Viking River Fare covers a complimentary shore excursion at every port of call, all onboard meals with regional specialities, beer, wine and soft drinks at lunch and dinner, and unlimited coffees, teas and bottled water throughout the day. Free Wi-Fi and UNESCO site visits are also included. Drinks ordered outside meal service at the Lounge bar are charged individually unless you have added a beverage package.

Is Wi-Fi available in the cabins?

Yes — Wi-Fi is included in the Viking River Fare and is available throughout the ship, including in the cabins.

How many guests does Viking Ingvi carry?

Viking Ingvi carries up to 190 guests, served by a crew of 53. That ratio — roughly one crew member to every three and a half guests — is typical of the attentive, unhurried service that defines river cruising on Viking, and it keeps the ship feeling personal rather than crowded.

Can CruiseAway arrange the whole trip, including flights from Australia?

Yes. Because Passau and Budapest both require a long-haul flight from Australia, CruiseAway builds the cruise as part of a complete holiday — flights, hotel nights before and after the sailing, airport and port transfers, and the cruise itself, all on one booking. Speak to our cruise experts about which combination works best for your travel dates.