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A river cruise on the Danube is dotted with places that will surprise you. At the beginning of your journey, you will explore Slovakia and Serbia. Impressive buildings of Orthodox architecture, cozy cafés and breathtaking nature await you there. Vukovar will certainly remain in your memory, as you will be able to visit a unique water tower there. After the exciting shore excursions, you can put your feet up on board and enjoy the view of the passing landscape. To round things off, you will visit Budapest and Vienna. Here you can follow in the footsteps of centuries of aristocratic history.
Always with us: OUR VIVA ALL-INCLUSIVE
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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
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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)
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High tea: once per trip, a selection of sweet and savory treats such as scones, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates, macarons and various teas
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Daily freshly stocked mini-bar in the cabin
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Welcome sparkling wine in the cabin
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Reusable VIVA water bottle
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WIFI and gratuities
Passau
Due to its special geographical location at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, Passau is undoubtedly one of the most unique cities in Germany. But not only the location of the city on the three rivers is exceptional, Passau also offers its visitors numerous remarkable sights. Towering above the city is the Veste Oberhaus, an impressive fortress dating back to the 13th century. The old town of Passau is known for its beautiful baroque architecture, especially the Cathedral of St. Stephen with its characteristic onion domes and the largest cathedral organ in the world with almost 18,000 pipes..
Bratislava
The capital of Slovakia is located on the border with Austria and Hungary. It is home to about 450,000 people. The old town of Bratislava dates back to the 18th century and is a great place to stroll around thanks to its car-free zone. The cafés and bars there serve the city's famous dark beer. Bratislava's landmark - the Bratislava Castle - is located on a hill. From its terrace you have the best view of the city and the Danube.
Belgrade
The "white city", so the translation of the Serbian name Beograd, is anything but colorless. Its troubled pastshapes the Balkan metropolis. The scars of this time belong as much a part of the cityscape as the spirit of optimism that can be felt and seen. Belgrade is home to about 1.7 million inhabitantsner - and with the monumental Cathedral of St. Sava one of the largest Orthodox places of worship in the world. A stroll across the shopping street Knez Mihailova with its stores, cafés and an exciting mix of architecture leads straight to the fortress of Belgrade. Here you can not only enjoy the unique Enjoy the view down to the mouth of the Sava River, but also the quietness in the spacious Kalemegdan Park.
Donji Milanovac
The small town of Donji Milanovac in eastern Serbia is located directly on the right bank of the Danube. When the dam and hydroelectric power plant were built in 1970, the town had to be moved higher. This was already the second relocation, the first took place in 1830 from the Danube Island to a higher location due to frequent flooding. North of Donji Milanovac you can visit the archaeological site of Lepenski Vir, which is about 9,000 years old and dates back to the Middle Stone Age and Neolithic.
Golubac
The Serbian port city of Golubac is located on the Danube and is best known for its fortress with its eight towers, idyllically situated on the riverbank. Here the visitor can dive into the past, because it is one of the best preserved castles of the Middle Ages. Both the upper and lower castle as well as the various towers can be visited. In the surroundings of Golubac begins the Serbian National Park Derdap.
Novi Sad
Novi Sad is the second largest city in Serbia and is located on the Danube River. The place is perfect for a stop to see sights like Petrovaradin Fortress. This is one of the best preserved fortresses in Europe, has a catacomb system and is located on a hill. A walk through the city center with its narrow streets, quaint cafes and the New Renaissance style city hall is also recommended..
Vukovar
The Croatian city of Vukovar is located in the east of the country and is characterized by the Baroque era. The historical center of the city is therefore worth a visit. Very famous is also the Grand Hotel "Radnicki dom". You should not miss the baroque castle Eltz and the oldest and most famous water tower in Croatia. Also a stop at the church of St. Philip with the attached Franciscan monastery is recommended..
Kalocsa
Stop to embark excursion guests.
Budapest
"Pearl of the Danube" or "Paris of the East"? One thing is certain, Budapest has a lot to offer! From afar, the Parliament building on the banks of the river greets you and lets the Hungarian capital shine in its old splendor. The imposing Chain Bridge invites you to explore the districts of Buda and Pest, which are adorned with Art Nouveau buildings, wide avenues and thermal baths steeped in history. After a piece of the famous Baumkuchen, the breathtaking view from the Castle Hill with its Castle Palace and the impressive Fishermen's Bastion can be enjoyed even better.
Esztergom
Esztergom is located in beautiful Hungary on the Danube and has numerous sights, such as the Basilica, the Castle Museum or the Mária Valéria Bridge. Near here is also the Danube Bend, a bend of the river and nature reserve. From the bridge you have a unique view of the Basilica. Outside the city is Lake Palatinus, a top-class recreation area. The border with Slovakia is also not far here. If you want thermal cures, you should go to Slovakia.
Vienna
The capital of Austria is one of those cities that every traveler should have visited once in the course of his life. Hardly any other city in the world has to offer such an enchanting combination of magnificent architecture, world-famous museums and theaters and beautiful green spaces. No wonder, the entire city center of Vienna is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vienna is known worldwide for its palaces of emperors, kings and nobles, such as Schönbrunn Palace, the Belvedere and the Hofburg. But the city's many churches, especially the landmark St. Stephen's Cathedral, are also worth a visit. Museum visitors come at the numerous world-class museums in the city, such as the Albertina, the Museum of Art History and the Museum Leopold anyway fully at their expense..
Dürnstein
The small town belongs to the Lower Austrian cultural landscape Wachau, is located directly on the Danube and is surrounded by vineyards. Those arriving by boat have a beautiful view of Dürnstein's two main attractions: the ruins of Kuenringerburg Castle, towering high above the town, where Richard the Lionheart was held for several months in 1192/93, and Dürnstein Abbey. The latter is a monastery of the Augustinian canons, abolished at the end of the 18th century, and is known for its blue and white bell tower.
Melk
Melk has acquired a beautiful name: the gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic town on the Danube will discover Melk Abbey perched high above the river very early on. The abbey is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive Baroque ensemble has been cared for by the monks of the Benedictine order since the year 1089. Culture, faith and science are united in the magnificent rooms of the monastery.
ALWAYS WITH YOU
Our VIVA All-Inclusive
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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.
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All day high quality hot and cold non-alcoholic beverages and a selection of alcoholic beverages; have a look at our bar menu
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High Tea: once per trip a selection of sweet and savory treats such as scones, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates and macarons. A variety of teas are offered to match
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daily freshly stocked minibar and reusable water bottle in the cabin
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A warm welcome with a welcome champagne - here's to a wonderful stay on board
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Selected beauty products from RITUALS
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Free WLAN on board - for undisturbed reception
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Tips for the entire crew
VIVA TWO
A small group of only 190 guests and unlimited comfort on board the VIVA TWO offer the best conditions to make every trip an unforgettable experience. Your memories will be marked by a special feel-good atmosphere. By the unmistakable ship design, which reflects the traveled river worlds with natural materials and bright colors. From the warm crew, whose high service standards always have top priority. Of culinary highlights ranging from gourmet dinners to live cooking. And of moments in which excitement and relaxation alternate in the most beautiful way. Look forward to an exceptional river cruise ship!
The VIVA TWO is the second new building of VIVA Cruises and invites with 95 cabins up to 190 passengers to feel-good moments on board. On the Diamant Deck there are eight luxurious suites, which with 24 m² in size and a French balcony invite you to enjoy the beautiful view. On the Diamond Deck as well as on the Ruby Deck there are 15 m² 2-bed cabins, which have a French balcony. On the Emerald Deck, the 2-bed cabins have windows that cannot be opened. All cabins are perfectly equipped with flat screen TV, included mini-bar, Nespresso® machine, beauty products from RITUALS®, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, shower and toilet and leave nothing to be desired.
Commisioning
2023
Length / Width
135 / 11
Decks
3
Crew
52
Passengers
190
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