Depart from London by air to Dusseldorf or by first class Eurostar/rail from London St Pancras to Cologne. Upon arrival transfer to Viking Helvetia in Cologne. The ship sails at 6pm. Relax and enjoy the evening on board.

This morning there will be a walking tour of Cologne before the ship sails at midday. Enjoy the ever-changing passing scenery as you sail towards Koblenz where arrival is at 8.30pm. There will be a wine tasting excursion this evening. The ship remains moored in Koblenz overnight.

The ship sails this morning. Enjoy the picturesque scenery of the Middle Rhine valley. Arrive in Wiesbaden at 3pm for a city tour and visit to a sparkling wine producer.

This morning enjoy a coach tour to Heidelberg, home to Germany's oldest university founded in 1386. Late afternoon arrive in Speyer where there will be a guided city walk.

This morning you can relax whilst cruising along the Rhine to Mainz where arrival is at 2pm. This afternoon there will be a guided walking tour of Mainz. This evening enjoy the New Year festivities onboard. The ship remains moored here overnight.

Spend a relaxing morning cruising along the Rhine as you sail towards Braubach where you will explore Marksburg Castle. The ship departs Braubach at 1pm and arrives in Cologne at 6.30pm.

Disembark the ship after breakfast and transfer back to Dusseldorf Airport for your return flight to London or to Cologne station for your return journey by first class rail/Eurostar to London St Pancras.