This was our first Viking cruise, and it exceeded all expectations -- definitely worth the extra price given everything that is included (and the optional drink package was great value). Some of our friends made fun of us for picking this itinerary, but we loved it. Although the crowds were very old (average age late 60's or early 70's with some guests in their 90's), but we loved not having any children or teens on board (we are in our 50's). The trip includes 2 nights in hotels in each of New Orleans and Memphis. We had a fantastic time and will definitely be cruising Viking again because of its great service and logistics.
Embarkation
5 out of 5
Very easy
Ship experiences
Food and Dining
5 out of 5
Food was amazing, and service was outstanding
Onboard Activities
4 out of 5
Due to the small size of the ship, the activities were much more limited than other cruises we have taken. The music was great, the daily quizzes were fun, the infinity pool was nice, but there could have been a few more offerings (for example, a morning or evening group stretch or cooking demonstrations)
Entertainment
5 out of 5
Children's Programs
No children was a feature, not a bug
Service and Staff
5 out of 5
The most amazing cruise staff we have ever experienced (this was our first time on Viking and will not be our last)
Ship Quality
5 out of 5
Cabin / Stateroom
5 out of 5
Nice size. Very clean. Loved the balcony but would have liked a screen door (not just a curtain) to prevent bugs from entering the room at night (we quickly learned to keep the glass door closed).
Ship tip
Expect a very old crowd (we were the youngest in our early 50's), but it was a great trip
Ship docks a long way from Memphis, and it's a long bus ride to Memphis. Viking manages the transition as best as logistically possible, but it wasn't the best day of the trip.
We booked a separate Graceland VIP tour (not through Viking) and was very glad that we did because Graceland requires a full day to see everything. It was only a 15-minute Uber ride from the hotel and was very easy to book directly.
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