Rhine Time Out | VIVA Cruises

Winter is always a time when you want to get away from it all. Where better to do this than on a river cruise on the Rhine? Although Frankfurt is dominated by skyscrapers, from the end of November onwards you can experience a cozy atmosphere at the Christmas market. You can explore the idyllic towns of Mannheim and Speyer just as relaxed as the journey on board. Strasbourg is not called the Christmas capital for nothing. The already romantic city shines in an even cozier light in winter. Before you return, you can visit German cities with historic architecture and enchanting scenery in Mainz and Wiesbaden and relax.

Always with us: OUR VIVA ALL-INCLUSIVE

Full board with breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner (multi-course gourmet menus, served at the table) and snacks with free choice of table and flexible meal times
High-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks all day from the entire bar menu (including soft drinks, juices, various coffee specialties, tea, cocoa, sparkling wine, Aperol, white wine, red wine, rosé, champagne, various beers, long drinks, cocktails, spirits, liqueurs)
High tea: once per trip, a selection of sweet and savory treats such as scones, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates, macarons and various teas
Daily freshly stocked mini-bar in the cabin
Welcome sparkling wine in the cabin
Reusable VIVA water bottle
WIFI and gratuities

CRUISE ITINERARY OVERVIEW ARRIVAL DEPARTURE

Day 1 Frankfurt 18:00

Day 2 Mannheim 06:00 12:30

Day 2 Speyer 15:00 21:00

Day 3 Strasbourg 09:30 21:00

Day 4 Mainz 10:00 12:00

Day 4 Wiesbaden 12:30 23:00

Day 5 Frankfurt 04:30

Frankfurt

Connected to the Danube via the Main-Danube Canal, Frankfurt is one of the most unique cities in Germany. After all, it is the only city with a skyline of skyscrapers. A view of the metropolis from the observation deck of the MAIN TOWER is a very special experience. However, Frankfurt is not only a very modern and busy city, but also has a lot of history to offer its visitors. For example, the Römer and the Paulskirche are among the most famous historical sights in Germany. And when it comes to art and culture, Frankfurt is also an absolute hotspot. With almost 40 museums and exhibition houses, the Frankfurt Museumsufer is one of the most important international museum locations..

Mannheim

The city of Mannheim is located on the Rhine, directly opposite Ludwigshafen in Baden-Württemberg. The castle is the landmark of the city and is located not far from the river. But also the water tower and in February the street carnival are known for the city, which is located only a few kilometers from Heidelberg. Particularly attractive are the squares in which the city center is laid out. The city center is large with numerous shopping opportunities and enough cafes to stop  .

Speyer

The 2000-year-old Speyer resembles a single open-air museum: Salian history at every turn. The cathedral city on the Rhine is proud of its favorable location in the heart of Europe. The many-towered silhouette of the mighty red sandstone cathedral towers over the city. Anyone visiting the cathedral should also descend the steps to the imperial crypt. The most important sights of the old imperial city are almost all located in the city center, which makes it possible to admire them during a nice walk through the city. Those who are tired of walking can stop in one of the countless restaurants and cafes.

Strasbourg

From the first minute, the French Strasbourg enchants with colorful half-timbered idyll, Wilhelminian splendor architecture,new trendy neighborhoods and exciting museums. Even a short visit has a long-term effect thanks to the many inspirations! In the picturesque district of La Petite France, the moment can be enjoyed perfectly with a tarte flambée, before the imposing cathedral with stained glass windows and archways invites you to travel back in time to the Gothic period. Those who are free from giddiness should definitely take the 332 steps up to the viewing platformhere to see the Vosges and the Black Forest in the distance.

Mainz

The capital of Rhineland-Palatinate Mainz is located directly on the Rhine. St. Martin's Cathedral, which is well worth seeing, is one of the special sights, as are numerous monuments and fountains. Spacious parks and green spaces invite you to take contemplative walks. A visit to the Electoral Palace should not be missed. Historic buildings bear witness to an eventful history, from the beginnings in Roman times 2000 years ago to the present day modernity. The Haus zum Stein in the city center is the oldest preserved Mainz residential building from the Middle Ages.

Wiesbaden

Wiesbaden is the capital of the state of Hesse, located in western Germany. The Kurhaus, a building built in neoclassical style, houses ballrooms and the Wiesbaden casino. The spa park was laid out in 1852 in the style of an English landscape garden. Next to the red, neo-Gothic Market Church on Schlossplatz is the neoclassical City Palace, seat of the Hessian Parliament. The Museum Wiesbaden shows, among other things, works of the expressionist painter Alexej von Jawlensky and natural history objects..