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All-Inclusive River Cruises
Enjoy a cruise to the fullest
"Enjoy the moment" is the motto of VIVA Cruises. The mission of the VIVA Cruises team is to offer all guests a remarkable river cruise with moments that will live long in the memory. This is achieved through the combination of high-quality ships, a dedicated team and an all-inclusive package that is second to none. VIVA Cruises stands for premium quality at fair prices. On our ships, we combine an excellent travel experience with a fair price-performance ratio.
Our guests can see and feel the difference as soon as they board our ships. State-of-the-art ships with the latest technology are combined with excellent cabin quality, characterized by maximum comfort and a tasteful interior. The icing on the cake is the quality awareness of the crew on our ships. Our crew lives service every day. Passengers notice this in the special helpfulness and great empathy of our crew, for whom "Enjoy the moment" always comes first.
In order to offer our guests a maximum enjoyment experience on board our ships, VIVA Cruises has put together an all-inclusive package for its river cruises that truly deserves its name. It starts with the meals on board. By full board, VIVA Cruises not only means three meals on board, but also an extensive breakfast buffet, a delicious lunch and a multi-course gourmet menu in the evening. Snacks are also served in between meals.
Throughout the day, passengers on board the VIVA Cruises ships have a choice of high-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. The range of drinks extends from soft drinks, coffee and tea to beer, wine and champagne to cocktails, spirits and liqueurs. High tea is an absolute culinary highlight of every trip. Once per trip, passengers can enjoy a selection of sweet and savory treats such as scones, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates, macarons and various teas. All-inclusive enjoyment on VIVA Cruises is not just limited to the bars and restaurants on the ships, but also extends to the passenger cabins. Guests can look forward to a freshly stocked minibar in their cabin every day. And last but not least, high-speed WLAN on board and all gratuities are included during your trip. More all-inclusive enjoyment is simply not possible.
City Highlights
Rhenish lifestyle between tradition and modernity - Düsseldorf inspires with diversity! Here art and culture lovers get just as enthusiastic as shopping enthusiasts, here the Media Harbor impresses with contemporary architecture as well as the historic Old Town. The old town makes Düsseldorf with more than 250 cozy pubs to the "longest bar in the world". The traditional Altbier is not the only tasty thing here! A stroll along the Königsallee, the world-famous strolling mile, is something one does not want to miss - or rather a visit to one of the numerous sympathetic flea markets? And in the middle of it all: lots of Green and the Rhine with its riverside promenade to breathe easy . No wonder the VIVA Cruises family feels right at home here!
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Amsterdam
Amsterdam is one of those cities that every traveler should have visited at least once in his life. No wonder, millions and millions of tourists flock to the city on the canals every year to enjoy the flood of sights and cultural offerings. The best way to discover Amsterdam is by taking a boat ride along the canals or a walk along the unique canals. Art lovers will be immediately drawn to one of the world-famous museums, such as the Rijksmuseum, the Stedelijk Museum or the Van Gogh Museum. Party people will find their happiness in the nightlife and red light district De Wallen. And beer drinkers should by no means miss the Heineken Experience.
Antwerp
Hamburg
Berlin
Berlin is the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany. Due to its great historical and contemporary significance, the city has many sights to offer.
First of all, some well-known landmarks should probably be mentioned here: The Brandenburg Gate, the TV tower and the Victory Column. In addition, all important government buildings are also located here: for example, the Reichstag with the famous Reichstag dome is definitely worth a visit. Furthermore, there are the sites of some important historical events to see, such as "Checkpoint Charlie" or the "East Side Gallery", a remnant of the Berlin Wall. There is also no lack of shopping opportunities, so among other things the Kurfürstendamm is very well known.
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.
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Basel
Basel is a city of particular contrasts. In the city on the border of Switzerland with Germany and France, visitors experience the unique combination of more than 2000 years of history with modernity. In the cityscape of Basel, historical buildings from the 15th century complement each other with the most modern architecture to form an exciting, yet harmonious overall picture. The city's main landmark is the 800-year-old Basel Cathedral. Directly behind the cathedral, one can enjoy a magnificent view of the old town and the famous Mittlere Brücke (Middle Bridge) over the Rhine from the Palatinate. The Red Town Hall and the Spalentor are also not to be missed during a visit to the city. Last but not least, the approximately 40 museums of Basel are an attraction for art and culture lovers from all over Europe.
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Vienna
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Bratislava
Budapest
Lyon
To this day, Lyon, the second largest city in France, has been overshadowed by the French capital Paris in terms of tourism. However, this is completely unjustified. If you travel to Lyon in France, you will experience a wonderful mix of a historic old town, excellent cuisine, numerous festivals and picturesque surroundings. Strolling through the alleyways of Lyon's old town is a real pleasure. There is something new to discover around every corner in the medieval and Renaissance-style alleyways and streets. A special feature of Lyon are the so-called "traboules" - passageways and staircases that allow you to pass through buildings and courtyards from one street to another, and due to its extensive historical buildings, large parts of Lyon are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Paris
Paris is still probably the greatest place of longing for travelers from all over the world. And quite rightly so, as no other city in the world is such an epitome of love, seduction, art, culture and cuisine. Paris is the city for the finer things in life. This begins with the beauty of the French capital. The best way to experience it is from the panoramic terraces of the Eiffel Tower or the Montmartre hill. The city on the Seine offers so many beautiful perspectives that you won't be able to decide which way to point your camera first. But even up close, the beauty of the city's sights is hard to beat. The ornate Notre-Dame Cathedral; the mighty Arc de Triomphe; the sprawling Louvre; the magnificent Jardin des Tuileries; the magnificent Opéra Garnier and the impressive Place de la Concorde are just the tip of the iceberg of sights you can marvel at in Paris.
Description and Information about our All-Inclusive River Cruises
Enchanting Danube
Splendidly awaiting you on this trip are the Danube metropolises of Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest, which will captivate you with their magnificent buildings. Medieval castles, fairytale palaces and imposing aristocratic palaces grace your path between the vine-covered Wachau and the majestic Melk Abbey. With such a journey, you will hardly be able to stop marveling.
Click here to get to the voyage: Enchanting Danube | River Cruise | VIVA TWO | VIVA Cruises (viva-cruises.com)
From Weser to Saar
With 12 nights and a total of five rivers - the Weser, Aa, Rhine, Moselle and Saar - this cruise on the MS SWISS RUBY is a real experience. After an exploratory tour of Bremen, which includes a visit to the Bremen Town Musicians in front of the town hall and St. Peter's Cathedral, you will set off for Minden. In addition to the Kaiser Wilhelm Monument or the historic fishing town, there are many other highlights to discover here. From there, it's off to Münster and Düsseldorf and thus to no less than two larger cities, each of which you can "conquer" for a day.
Through Koblenz, we then head for the Moselle, where you will encounter centuries of history, world-famous wines and cosmopolitan flair in Bernkastel. It is not without reason that this region on the Middle Moselle is a particularly popular vacation destination. The next day you will reach Trier, the oldest city in Germany, where you can still see many well-preserved Roman buildings such as the Porta Negra, the stone bridge and many other sights. The river landscape in Saarburg, Mettlach and Merzig is above all a real natural spectacle - especially the famous Saar Loop in Mettlach. On the eleventh day, we weigh anchor in Merzig and set off for Saarlouis and Saarbrücken. In Saarlouis you should definitely include the Theater am Ring, which is a highlight in itself with its townscape-defining appearance.
Click here to get to the voyage: From the Weser to the Saar | River Cruise | SWISS RUBY | VIVA Cruises (viva-cruises.com)
Rhine, Main, Danube
Ancient castles or modern buildings? University town or diocesan seat? Both await you on this trip! Follow the Rhine into the winding Main River, which will take you all the way to Passau on the Danube to the Inn and Ilz rivers. On land, stroll through Rüdesheim, the city of Riesling, or have the most beautiful view over Würzburg from the Marienberg Fortress. Absolute highlight: the UNESCO World Heritage Regensburg, which is known for its well-preserved medieval center.
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Enchanting Provence
This river cruise on the Rhône River through France takes you once from Lyon to the Mediterranean and back again. On this trip you will discover some of the most worth seeing cities in France. Already your departure port Lyon is a real tourist highlight. The building fabric of France's second largest city is so unique that large parts of the city are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In addition, Lyon is a real paradise for gourmets.
First stop on the river cruise is the sleepy town of Viviers, whose historic city center looks like an open-air museum from times long past. Discover the town's many historic buildings, including France's smallest cathedral. In Arles, follow in the footsteps of Vincent van Gogh through some of the most beautiful streets in France. Hardly any other city in the country inspires with such a wide range of sights from antiquity, Romanesque and the Middle Ages.
In Martigues, at the mouth of the Rhone into the Mediterranean, you will enjoy the charm of southern France to the fullest. Plenty of water, gleaming town houses and aesthetic fountains make the city a true pearl. On the way back to Lyon, you will marvel at the colossal Papal Palace in Avignon, which, together with the many churches and monasteries, makes up the very special flair of the city. On the last stop of the trip you will still get to know the picturesque old town of Tournon with its beautiful castle.
Click here to get to the voyage: Enchanting Provence | River Cruise | VIVA VOYAGE | VIVA Cruises (viva-cruises.com)
Who are river cruises suitable for?
A river cruise is an unforgettable experience for people of all ages and interests: whether old or young, country or city dwellers, nature lovers or architecture fans, gourmets or sports enthusiasts - a river cruise, regardless of the route, has something for everyone. The versatility of a river cruise cannot be beaten. Relax with exquisite food and drink on board and enjoy the view of the surrounding landscape. Discover historical sights and modern cities on a shore excursion. Go on a hike or a bike tour along "your" river and enjoy the view. The possibilities for organizing your day are almost limitless.
How does the arrival and departure of a river cruise work?
All passengers organize their arrival and departure individually. Should guests have any difficulties or special requests, the VIVA Cruises team will be happy to help and solve any problems at any time. In principle, all ports of departure for VIVA Cruises river cruises are very easy to reach by car, train or plane.
VIVA All-Inclusive:
only the best for you
At VIVA Cruises, "all-inclusive" means that you can sit back, relax and enjoy yourself. Your physical well-being is taken care of with selected food and drinks. We also offer you relaxing care products. And if you do need a good connection, you can use our WLAN. The included tip ensures other good connections - especially with our on-board staff.
Welcome with a
welcome sparkling wine - here's to a wonderful
stay on board
Full board with breakfast buffet,
lunch, dinner (multi-course
gourmet menus, served on the spot) and
snacks with free choice of table and flexible
meal times
All-day high-quality, cold and hot
non-alcoholic drinks as well as an
exquisite selection of alcoholic beverages;
take a look at our bar menu.
High Tea: once per trip a selection
of sweet and savory treats such as
scones, sandwiches,
cupcakes, chocolates and macarons. Various types of tea
are also
offered to match.
Daily freshly stocked minibar and
reusable water bottle in the
cabin
Selected beauty products from
RITUALS
Free WiFi on board - for undisturbed
reception
Trips for the entire crew
The right excursions for your river cruise
The guests on board our floating premium hotels are all different. That's why we develop an equally diverse excursion program for each of our fascinating routes. Whether you are an epicurean, a nature lover or an art enthusiast - our selection of experiences will open up new perspectives for you on every voyage.
Arrival and Departure to your VIVA ship
Arrival and Departure to your VIVA ship
With VIVA Cruises, you enjoy the feeling of being in the best hands right from the start. That's why our service is not just limited to life on board, but starts with the preparation of your trip.
You need a parking space for your vehicle, are planning a comfortable arrival and departure by train or would like support for a suitable flight?
On request, we will be happy to take care of your stress-free arrival and departure as well as transfers. Give us a call: +49 211 274 032 50 or send us an e-mail to: info@viva-cruises.com
Our berth in Amsterdam is usually located at Haven Amsterdam, Ruyterkade Oost IJ RO1. You will receive further information with your travel documents two weeks before departure.
If you are traveling to Amsterdam in your own car, here are our recommendations for nearby parking garages:
Piet Heingarage
Piet Heinkade 59
1019 GM Amsterdam
Piet Heingarage | Amsterdam
IJ-oever Centrum
Vriesseveem 9
1019 GM Amsterdam
IJ-oever Centrum | Amsterdam
Our berth in Düsseldorf is usually located on the Robert-Lehr-Ufer or Joseph-Beuys-Ufer below the Oberkasseler Brücke, centrally located in Düsseldorf's old town. You will receive further information with your travel documents.
If you are traveling to Düsseldorf in your own car, we recommend the following parking lot in the immediate vicinity of our Steiger:
Düsseldorf, Rheinterrasse/Tonhalle
Robert-Lehr-Ufer 1
40474 Düsseldorf
It is not possible to make a reservation in advance. Please note that the entire parking area may not be available due to events. Further information can be found here:
Rheinterrasse Tonhalle | Düsseldorf
If you would like to extend your stay in Düsseldorf, the hotel ship RIVERSIDE Altstadt Düsseldorf anchors in the immediate vicinity of the embarkation/disembarkation pier during the winter season. VIVA Cruises guests who book a pre- or post-night stay receive a 10% discount on the cabin price. To make a booking, please contact our colleagues at VIVA RIVERSIDE.
Our berth in Frankfurt is usually on the Nizzaufer or Untermainkai, centrally located in Frankfurt city center. You will receive further information with your travel documents.
If you are traveling to Frankfurt in your own car, here are our recommendations for nearby parking garages:
Frankfurt, Nizzawerft
Parking garage at the theater
Willy-Brandt-Platz 5
60311 Frankfurt am Main
Am Theater | Frankfurt
Frankfurt, Leonhardswerft/Eiserner Steg
Parking garage at the Dom am Römer
Domstrasse 1
60311 Frankfurt am Main
Parkhaus am Dom am Römer | Frankfurt
Our berth in Koblenz is usually located on the Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer. You will receive further information with your travel documents two weeks before the start of your trip.
If you are traveling to Koblenz in your own car, here are our recommendations for nearby parking garages:
Tiefgarage Görresplatz
Josef-Görres-Platz
Gerichtsstraße 1
56068 Koblenz
Tiefgarage Görresplatz | Koblenz
Am Theater
Neustadt 30
56068 Koblenz
Am Theater | Koblenz
Our berth in Lyon is usually at Quai Claude Bernard or Quai Rambaud. You will receive further information with your travel documents.
We recommend the following parking garage near Quai Claude Bernard:
Lyon, Quai Claude Bernard
Parking garage Parc Berthelot
99 rue de Marseille
F- 69007 Lyon
Berthelot | Lyon
The local authorities do not allow vehicles directly in front of the boat. Please stop above the jetty and bring your luggage and fellow passengers on board before continuing to the parking garage.
Since January 2017, all vehicles wishing to enter the environmental zone in Lyon require an environmental sticker, the "Crit'Air" vignette. This can be ordered via the following link:
Bestellung | Umweltvignette Crit'Air
Further information can be found at:
Crit'Air Umweltvignette Lyon
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