VIVA Cruises - A modern international river cruise!
About VIVA Cruises:
VIVA Cruises is a modern international European river cruise company founded in 2018 and headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany.
We have a fleet of small, stylish ships that sail along major European rivers such as the Danube, Rhine, Seine, and Moselle. With a capacity of around 80 to 190 passengers, these ships offer an intimate and personalized experience compared to larger ocean cruises.
A key highlight of VIVA Cruises is its all-inclusive concept, which includes accommodation, gourmet dining, beverages (including alcohol), Wi-Fi, minibar, and gratuities in a single price. This makes it a convenient and value-driven choice for travelers seeking a relaxed and hassle-free river cruise experience.
Highlight of VIVA Cruises
- Accommodation
- Gourmet dining
- Beverages (including alcohol)
- Wi-Fi
- Minibar
- Gratuities in a single price
Between Bavaria and Switzerland
This route connects the warmth of Franconia with the openness of the Rhine – starting quietly and unfolding along the way. In Nuremberg, the journey begins surrounded by history, yet it quickly shifts into a new perspective shaped by the river. With every stretch, the atmosphere evolves: charming towns give way to wider landscapes, vineyards line the banks, and the rhythm of the journey begins to settle in. At times it feels intimate and familiar, then suddenly open and expansive.
The Main carries you past places full of character – half-timbered houses, narrow streets and calm riverbanks – before everything gradually becomes more vibrant. By the time the Rhine appears, the scenery feels broader, more dynamic, almost international.
Between shifting landscapes and cultural influences, this journey is defined less by individual stops and more by the flow in between. And as the surroundings open up, so does the sense of arrival: Basel – relaxed, refined and a fitting finale.
Nuremberg is an independent city in Bavaria, not far from Fürth. Even today you can recognize the medieval architecture that runs through the entire city. The old city walls and the imperial castle tell of days long gone. Nuremberg is famous for its Christmas market. The Christkind heralds the Advent and Christmas market season. The classic Christstollen is world famous and a real treat. Numerous museums such as the Albrecht Dürer House or the Toy Museum are popular attractions in the city.
The UNESCO World Heritage city of Bamberg enchants its visitors with a beautiful old town that invites you to stroll and discover. Sandstrasse, the city's most famous street, runs through the old town and is home to the Schlenkerla brewery, which has been in existence since 1405. The brewery pub is legendary and locals and tourists alike enjoy the smoked beer and Bamberg onions here. The Romanesque Bamberg Cathedral of St. Peter and St. George rises above the Sandstrasse. It is known as the imperial cathedral because the imperial couple Henry and Cunegonde are buried here. The imperial cathedral is also home to the only papal tomb north of the Alps.
Towering high above the Main River, this landmark is visible from afarof the city, the Marienberg Fortress. For centuries it was seat of the Würzburg prince-bishops. Already the walk across The Old Main Bridge with its oversized stone figures becomes an experience. From the Marienberg opens a magnificent Panoramic view over the vineyards and the towers of about 60 churches. The Würzburg Residence as a City Palace of the Princebishops was already in 1981 by UNESCO in the list of World Heritage Sites included. When visiting the baroque Castle on the edge of downtown reveals the courtyardgarden as a green gem
The charming little town of Miltenberg entered history as early as 1237 and soon achieved considerable prosperity. On the Mainschleife, the small town enchants with the most beautiful half-timbered houses, the famous gate tower "Schnatterloch" and with probably the oldest inn in Germany. Even Wallenstein stayed here. Stately half-timbered gables form the unmistakable backdrop to the medieval marketplace. Mildenburg Castle towers above the idyllic town on the mountain. Up to here the Romans had advanced to the Main and secured with a fort the strategically important place.
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.
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.
Although large parts of the city were almost completely destroyed during the Second World War, Breisach has a variety of beautiful sights. St. Stephen's Minster, the symbol of the city, fascinates with its well-known treasures. The vivid Rhine Gate, which has been modified into a museum, convinces with the historical town history. If that doesn't convince, an extensive tour visiting romantic and historic churches will. Culture lovers come here at their expense.
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..
