Viking Radgrid

Sailing the Seine on Viking Radgrid

Viking Radgrid was built in 2020 for a single purpose: exploring the Seine, the river that flows from the heart of Paris out to the Normandy coast. She carries 168 guests and 46 crew across a 125-metre hull — compact enough to pass through the river’s historic locks and intimate enough that the ship never feels crowded. Viking River Cruises designed her around the landscape she sails through, right down to an on-board herb garden whose produce goes straight to the kitchen.

Because every sailing departs from and returns to Paris, the cruise is naturally the centrepiece of a longer France trip — Cruise1st books the flights, the Paris hotel either side and all transfers as one holiday, so there is nothing to piece together independently.

The Seine from Paris: what Viking Radgrid’s itinerary covers

All sailings on Viking Radgrid are seven-night round-trips departing from Paris. The route heads downriver through Rouen — Normandy’s cathedral city and the place where Joan of Arc’s story ended — and continues to Les Andelys, Vernon and Le Pecq, with scenic cruising on the Seine River itself forming part of each day. The programme runs in November, making it a seasonal departure rather than a year-round schedule: departures run from November 2026 through to November 2027.

Typical calls include Rouen, Les Andelys, Vernon and Le Pecq, though the exact ports on any individual sailing may vary. Fares from A$6,595pp* cover this route — see the section below on what the Viking River Fare includes before you compare prices.

For sailings from the Paris region, the relevant port page is Le Havre (Paris), France, which lists every departure using that gateway.

On board Viking Radgrid

Viking Radgrid keeps things purposefully unfussy. The spaces on board are designed around the river outside rather than competing with it, and almost everything — dining, the library, the sun deck — is included in the fare.

• Aquavit Terrace® — the signature al fresco dining space, open for breakfast and lunch, where the passing riverbank is as much the point as what is on the plate.
• Lounge — floor-to-ceiling windows run the width of the ship, framing the Seine as guests gather for drinks or conversation; beverages carry an individual charge unless a package has been added.
• Sun Deck — a 360-degree open-air deck with a walking track for anyone who wants fresh air and unobstructed river views. Access is restricted during low bridges and canal passages for safety.
• Walking Track — also on the top deck, included for all guests and an easy way to stay active between ports.
• Library — a curated collection of books in a quiet corner of the ship, included for all guests.
• Herb Garden — a small green space on board where fresh herbs are grown and harvested daily for the kitchen, reflecting the line’s focus on regional, seasonal cooking.

Cabins on Viking Radgrid

Viking Radgrid has 84 cabins across eight grades, spanning three families. Outside staterooms come in two grades and feature half-height picture windows — natural light and river views without a full balcony. Balcony cabins offer two grades of veranda accommodation. The suite category runs to four grades and includes options with French balconies (floor-to-ceiling doors that open to fresh river air) as well as full private verandas. The full breakdown of grades, layouts and deck positions is on the Viking Radgrid cabins and deck plans page.

The Viking River Fare — what is included

Viking River Cruises operates a single bundled fare structure called the Viking River Fare. It includes a complimentary shore excursion at every port, all onboard dining with regional specialities, and beer, wine and soft drinks served at lunch and dinner — plus coffees, teas and bottled water around the clock. Wi-Fi and UNESCO site visits are also covered. This matters on the Seine in particular, where excursions to Normandy’s historic sites would otherwise carry a separate cost.

Viking River Cruises’ wider fleet

Viking Radgrid is one of 30 Viking River Cruises ships currently on sale through Cruise1st. The fleet is grouped by river:

Rhine River, Europe — Viking Gefjon, Viking Rota, Viking Gersemi, Viking Hervor, Viking Annar, Viking Honir, Viking Dagur, Viking Haki, Viking Sigrun, Viking Sigyn, Viking Herja, Viking Egdir, Viking Hild, Viking Hlin

Danube River, Europe — Viking Eldir, Viking Vali, Viking Lif, Viking Vidar, Viking Aegir, Viking Gullveig, Viking Baldur, Viking Embla

Moselle River, Europe — Viking Idi, Viking Alsvin

Maas — Viking Mimir

United States — Viking Mississippi

Transatlantic — Viking Vela, Viking Astrea, Viking Lyra

Western Mediterranean — Viking Libra

The full Viking River Cruises page has the complete fleet and what sailing with the line is like. Viking Cruises covers the broader group.

Booking Viking Radgrid with Cruise1st

Cruise1st offers a Best Price Guarantee on Viking River Cruises sailings, and Australian cruise experts are available seven days a week to talk through cabin grades, fare inclusions and the best November departure for you. Because Paris is a fly-to destination for most Australian travellers, we build the whole trip — flights, pre- or post-cruise hotel in Paris, transfers to and from the ship — as a single Cruise1st Package. That means one booking, one point of contact, and nothing left to arrange separately.

Questions about sailing the Seine on Viking Radgrid

Does Viking Radgrid sail year-round?

No — her current programme is seasonal. Both departures on sale run in November, with sailings available in November 2026 and November 2027. If you are planning for a different time of year, speak to the Cruise1st team about what else Viking River Cruises has available on the Seine.

Is the Sun Deck always open?

The Sun Deck is open to all guests and included in the fare, but access is restricted during canal passages and when the ship passes under low bridges — a practical reality on the Seine. At those times, the Lounge and Aquavit Terrace offer equally good river views from inside.

What shore excursions are included?

The Viking River Fare covers a complimentary shore excursion at every port of call. On a Seine itinerary that typically means guided visits in Rouen, Vernon and Les Andelys, among others. Additional excursions may be available at an extra charge; the Cruise1st team can advise on what is typically offered on specific departures.

Are drinks included on board?

Beer, wine and soft drinks are included at lunch and dinner as part of the Viking River Fare, along with coffees, teas and bottled water throughout the day. Drinks ordered at the Lounge bar outside of meals are charged individually unless a beverage package has been added to the booking.

Can I see the cabin grades and deck layouts before booking?

Yes — the Viking Radgrid cabins and deck plans page has every grade across the eight categories, including which decks each cabin type sits on. That is the right place to compare the outside staterooms, balcony cabins and suite options before choosing.