Viking from Basel

Embark on a European river cruise from Basel and discover the history, architecture, art, and culture of Switzerland onboard one of the ships from Viking River Cruises. River cruising onboard Viking is the ideal way to see this part of Europe and you can see a selection of these river cruises from Basel. Basel is the base for an exciting range of Viking River Cruises river cruises providing a best of when it comes to all the sights and experiences the region has to offer, with the intimidation-lowering factor of your own semi-private guide.

Basel

Basel, nestled on the Rhine river, is Switzerland's third-largest town and, partly because of its proximity to France and Germany, has a strong sense of its own identity. Historic landmarks of the city include the large market square with its richly decorated red sandstone town hall and the late Romanesque-Gothic cathedral. The city of culture, for connoisseurs, has the highest concentration of museums in the country. Basel also has a beautiful Old Town, modern architecture, and famous traditional Basel honey cake.

Viking River Cruises

Vikings' ships are the largest and most contemporary. While each of Viking's 76 river vessels is unique, all provide the best cruises with a great variety of itineraries specifically designed to help travelers explore and engage with destinations through fascinating on-land excursions and sightseeing with exposure to local customs, folklore, and food. The ships have a contemporary and comfortable decor, with inviting public spaces where passengers can socialize. River cruising in 2024 with Viking River Cruises is the ideal way to see this part of Europe and you can see a selection of these river cruises from Basel. Basel is the base for an exciting range of Viking River Cruises river cruise itinerary providing a best of when it comes to all the sights and experiences the region has to offer, with the intimidation-lowering factor of your own semi-private guide. Experience all that Europe has to offer onboard departing from Basel.