Stitch the Rhine.
An 8-day Viking Rhine Getaway sailing built for knitters, crocheters, yarn lovers, and people who fully understand that “I’m just looking” is a lie told in every yarn store on earth.
A closer look at the Rhine
A Rhine river cruise, but make it deeply enabling for your yarn stash.
This is the classic Viking Rhine Getaway route — Amsterdam, Kinderdijk, Cologne, Koblenz, Speyer, Strasbourg, Breisach, and Basel — reimagined for people who love making things with their hands and fully appreciate a scenic sail with a project bag at their feet.
What makes this one different
- Planned group yarn store visits in port where timing allows
- Hosted stitch circles onboard with your fellow fiber people
- Beautiful river scenery that pairs extremely well with knitting and crochet
- A quieter, more refined river cruise experience with serious Europe-in-summer energy
- Hidden Duck support before booking, after booking, and all the way to sailing
Pricing for the July 17, 2027 sailing
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Category E
- Entry-level way onto the sailing
- Great if you plan to spend your time in the lounges, on deck, and in port
Category D / C
- Floor-to-ceiling glass door for fresh-air moments
- A lovely sweet spot for river views
Category B / A
- Full veranda for private scenic sailing time
- Ideal for coffee, quiet mornings, and smug river photos
Category AA / ES
- More space to spread out
- For travelers who like their yarn hauls and their cabins equally generous
A gorgeous Rhine route with serious stitch-between-stops energy
Think canals, windmills, Gothic cathedrals, half-timbered towns, vineyard views, and a river route that feels tailor-made for people who love slow mornings, scenic afternoons, and making things by hand.
Amsterdam & Kinderdijk
Canals, Dutch charm, and the iconic windmills of Kinderdijk — a dreamy opening for a fiber arts group that appreciates beauty and engineering in equal measure.
Cologne & Koblenz
Old Town streets, the famous Cologne Cathedral, and the castle-lined Middle Rhine near Koblenz. This is where the scenic sailing really starts showing off.
Speyer
A charming historic German stop with a UNESCO-listed cathedral and exactly the sort of atmosphere that makes you want to buy more yarn “for inspiration.”
Strasbourg
French-German culture, half-timbered beauty, Alsatian food, and one of the prettiest port days on the whole itinerary.
Breisach & the Black Forest
Verdant hills, classic storybook scenery, and the kind of views that deserve a deck chair, a shawl project, and no interruptions.
Basel
Your stylish Swiss finale — and the moment you start figuring out how all the extra yarn is fitting into your suitcase home.
Viking inclusions + Hidden Duck fiber fun
You get the elegant Viking river cruise experience you expect, plus the group fiber flavor that makes this sailing feel extra worth packing a project bag for.
Included with Viking
- 8-day Rhine river cruise aboard a Viking Longship
- One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
- Free Wi-Fi
- All onboard meals
- Beer, wine, and soft drinks with onboard lunch and dinner
- 24-hour specialty coffees, teas, and bottled water
- Port taxes and fees
- Visits to UNESCO sites and destination-focused programming
Hidden Duck Group Fiber Experience
- Hosted stitch circles with your fellow crocheters and knitters
- Planned yarn store visits in select ports where timing allows
- Group meetups during scenic sailing stretches
- A cruise atmosphere where nobody will judge your project bag situation
- Support choosing the right cabin and planning your trip from start to finish
- Optional group chats and pre-cruise connection before we sail
Less robotic planning. More actual excitement.
We help you sort through cabin choices, deposits, travel details, and the inevitable “do I really need another project for this trip?” discussions with a lot more personality and a lot less stress.
We help with
- Choosing the right cabin category for your style and budget
- Talking through flights, pre- or post-cruise hotels, and travel protection
- Making the booking process feel human and manageable
- Keeping you updated from booking through departure
This sailing is perfect for
- Knitters and crocheters who want a Europe trip with a built-in creative community
- Fiber lovers who enjoy slower, scenic, more elegant cruise experiences
- Travelers who love historic cities, beautiful food, and local shops
- Anyone who understands the phrase “vacation yarn” on a spiritual level
A few things you’re probably already wondering
Are the yarn store visits officially through Viking?
No — those are part of our curated Hidden Duck group experience and will be planned around final port timing and local shop availability.
Do I need to be an advanced knitter or crocheter?
Not at all. Beginners, longtime stitchers, and enthusiastic yarn collectors are all welcome.
Can you help with airfare and hotel planning too?
Absolutely. We can help with the full trip, not just the cruise portion.
Start your trip early
Arrive before the cruise and ease into Europe with a curated pre-cruise stay.
Amsterdam
$799 · 2 Nights
Amsterdam Premium
$1,299 · 2 Nights
Best of Holland
$1,999 · 3 Nights
Best of Belgium
$1,599 · 3 Nights
Keep the trip going
Not ready to go home? Neither are we. Extend your adventure after the cruise.
Basel
$699 · 2 Nights
Lucerne
$999 · 2 Nights
St. Moritz, Lombardy & Alpine Train
$2,499 · 4 Nights
Italian Lakes
$1,599 · 3 Nights
Let’s get you on the July 17, 2027 sailing.
Reach out for current pricing, availability, cabin guidance, and all the details on our knit and crochet group plans for this river cruise.
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