Visit this charming Austrian village on a luxury river cruise
Port of the Week: Krems, Austria
Why go? Krems - a charming village in Austria's Wachau Valley - offers a glimpse of a working Benedictine monastery, where you can see monks in worship. Admire neoclassical architecture, sample Austrian apricot dumplings and explore the area on an e-bike through vine-clad hillsides and meadows.
The ultimate arrival: Visit this university town with timeless appeal on Viking's Danube Waltz river journey.
Destination highlights: The city's cobblestone streets, taverns, wine bars and coffeehouses have a timeless appeal. Its terraced vineyards play a celebrated part in the popularity of the Wachau's wine culture and produce some of the best rieslings and veltliners in the world. Indulge in a glass of the local sparkling apricot wine.
Do not miss: Visit Gottweig Abbey to explore its museum and climb the Imperial Staircase, featuring one of the largest ceiling frescoes in the world. Discover the abbey's 900-year history as a centre for religious life and monastic retreat.
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