Viking River Cruises Drink Packages
Last Updated: October 2026 | Reviewed by: Daniela Cervantes, Staff Writer
Viking River Cruises offers an inclusive onboard experience where standard beverages are provided complimentary with meals, alongside an optional premium beverage package?the Silver Spirits Beverage Package?for guests desiring unlimited access to top-shelf options, cocktails, and wines outside of dining hours.
Complimentary Onboard Beverages
Your base cruise fare includes a comprehensive selection of complimentary daily beverages:
- Mealtime Beverages: Unlimited house wines, regional draft beers, and fountain soft drinks served during onboard lunch and dinner. Wine selections frequently rotate to reflect local regions along the river itinerary.
- 24-Hour Hot Beverage Stations: Unlimited specialty coffees (espresso, cappuccino, latte), hot tea infusions, hot chocolate, and bottled water available throughout the day.
- In-Stateroom Water: Bottled water is restocked daily in all staterooms at no extra charge. Guests in select suite categories also enjoy complimentary replenished minibars.
Silver Spirits Beverage Package
The Silver Spirits Beverage Package is Viking's single all-inclusive upgrade option, elevating your beverage selections across the ship.
What is Included:
- Unlimited premium wines by the glass and house Champagne by the glass
- All cocktails, mocktails, aperitifs, spirits, and mixers available at the bar or lounges throughout the day and evening
- Draft and bottled beers, soft drinks, and juices outside of meal times
- Upgraded wine pairings during specialty dining experiences and complimentary access to standard onboard tasting events
- A 30% discount on high-end "Treasure Wines" or ultra-premium bottles
Pricing & Details:
- Cost: $27.00 USD per person, per day (includes a 15% service charge).
- Complimentary Suite Perk: Guests staying in Explorer Suites receive the Silver Spirits package at no additional charge.
Policy Guidelines & Corkage Policy
- Stateroom Requirement: Both adult guests occupying the same stateroom must purchase the Silver Spirits Beverage Package for the full duration of the cruise voyage.
- Generous Corkage Policy ($0 Corkage Fee): Guests are welcome to bring their own wine or spirits purchased in port onboard. Viking charges no corkage fee to enjoy your personal bottles in the restaurant, lounge, or on the sun deck.
- Non-Refundable: Silver Spirits packages purchased prior to departure or onboard are non-refundable and non-transferable.
*Drink package pricing and offerings change often. Contact us if you have any questions.