Danube Holiday Explorer 2010

Joining our European fleet in 2009, Viking Legend carries 189 guests on some of our most popular itineraries. This extraordinary vessel has two 310-square-foot suites and 95 staterooms, all deluxe (except for the 5 single staterooms) with either French balconies or picture windows. With good deck height, Viking Legend is similar to Viking Sun and Viking Helvetia, but has a slightly sleeker shape for ultimate flexibility. Best of all, Viking Legend is a “green” ship, with hybrid diesel-electric engines producing 20% fewer emissions and reduced noise/vibration.

Viking Legend Ship Features

• 98 comfortable outside staterooms (all deluxe)
• Sun deck with 360-degree views
• Bar
• Restaurant
• Onboard boutique
• Library
• Free shipwide wireless internet service
• Laundry service
• Enriching onboard lectures and demonstrations
• Local evening entertainment

Features

• Stateroom size: 155 sq. ft.
• Deluxe staterooms have hotel-style beds
• French balconies (can be opened)
• Private bathroom with shower
• TV, telephone, safe & hair dryer
• Individual climate control
• Hotel-style beds 6.56 ft. x 5.25 ft. x 1.48 ft. (can be separated)
• Height under bed for suitcases: 1.15 ft.
• Closet space: 6.30 ft. x 2.69 ft.
• Converter in the bathroom outlet
• 26-inch Sony flat-panel TV with several TV channels, video channels, info channel, “View From the Bridge” channel

Features

• Stateroom size: 155 sq. ft.
• Deluxe staterooms have hotel-style beds
• Half-high picture window 2.13 ft. x 4.76 ft. (cannot be opened)
• Private bathroom with shower
• TV, telephone, safe & hairdryer
• Individual climate control
• Hotel-style bed L 6.56ft. x W 5.25 ft. x H 1.48 ft. (can be separated)
• Height under bed for suitcases: 1.15 ft.
• Closet space + size: 6.30 ft. x 2.69 ft.
• Converter in the bathroom outlet
• 26-inch Sony flat-panel TV with several TV channels, video channels, info channel, “View From the Bridge” channel

Atrium/Reception Lobby
Viking Legend’s atrium is a large, airy space with a grand staircase to the upper lobby and direct access to the restaurant. The middle deck lobby is where you enter the ship, and serves as your information center throughout your voyage. Your Program Director’s desk is located here, so that you can easily ask questions or discuss the day’s activities. There is a public address system to announce events; there are also restrooms and an onboard boutique.

Atrium/Seating Area
The upper part of Viking Legend’s grand atrium features a spacious, comfortable seating area and large panoramic windows, so you can relax, read or watch the scenery go by. There is a 24-hour tea and coffee station with a fruit basket, and some showcases displaying items available at the onboard boutique just downstairs. The middle deck reception lobby is directly accessible via the grand staircase.

Sun Deck
Enjoy sunshine and fresh air while you take in 360-degree views of the scenery as you sail past castles, towns, villages, trees and vineyards. Stand at the railings or relax in a comfortable deck chair; some of the seating has a canopy for those who prefer shade. There is an access way from the sun deck to the bridge as well as to the library via staircase at the ship’s stern. The sun deck can be accessed from the library and the atrium.

Restaurant
The restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. Because it features panoramic windows, you will not miss any of the scenery while you are dining. It seats 189 guests at 29 tables which vary in size, accommodating 6, 8 or 10 guests per table. The dining room is open seating, so you are free to sit where you like—a great way to make new friends. The atmosphere is casual but elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware. The room has a stereo system for playing quiet music during meals.

Observation Lounge/Bar
The observation lounge is a terrific place to meet friends before and after meals. It boasts a large sitting area with chairs, small tables, sofas and a bar area with barstools. The lounge has a projector and screen installed in the ceiling, so slides can be shown, and there is a stereo system and dance floor.

Library
The library has comfortable seating and excellent reading light. Our ships’ libraries carry approximately 80 books, in various languages but mostly English, and several games such as chess, backgammon and playing cards.