Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Oct 2026 | Basel, Switzerland |
6:30pm | |
| 04 Oct 2026 | Strasbourg, France |
9:30am | 4:30pm |
| 05 Oct 2026 | Frankfurt, Germany |
12:00pm | 6:00pm |
| 06 Oct 2026 | Speyer, Germany |
8:30am | 2:30pm |
| 07 Oct 2026 | Breisach, Germany |
11:00am | 8:30pm |
| 08 Oct 2026 | Basel, Switzerland |
5:30am |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
Summer Special 2026:
Book between May 22 and June 30, 2026 and get:
a complimentary upgrade to the next higher cabin category or a reduced single cabin supplement of only 20%
25€ onboard credit per person
Valid for the following departures:
18.09.-23.09.26
23.09.-28.09.26
28.09.-03.10.26
Embark on an unforgettable journey along the majestic Rhine River, taking you through charming cities, historic landmarks, and picturesque landscapes. Your voyage begins in Basel, a city where the vibrant blend of art, history, and modern architecture creates a unique urban atmosphere. Stroll through the old town, visit the renowned Kunstmuseum Basel, or relax at a riverside café with stunning views.
Next, you’ll arrive in Strasbourg, the beating heart of Europe. Discover the winding alleyways, timber-framed houses, and the enchanting Petite France district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don’t miss the awe-inspiring Notre-Dame Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.
In Frankfurt, experience the dynamic interplay of tradition and innovation. The striking skyline, historic sites like the Römer, and the city’s multicultural flair make it a compelling destination.
Speyer takes you back in time with its grand imperial cathedral, one of the largest Romanesque buildings in Europe, and a medieval old town full of charm.
Another gem is Breisach am Rhein, nestled beside the gentle hills of the Kaiserstuhl. The St. Stephen’s Cathedral offers a breathtaking view over the river and surrounding countryside. Enjoy a glass of local wine and soak in the warm hospitality.
This journey along the Rhine is a celebration of cultural diversity, history, and natural beauty – a true feast for the senses that will leave lasting memories.
Come on an unforgettable journey with the VIVA TIARA. Freshly renovated in 2020, the four-star cruise ship invites you to spend cozy and relaxing moments on board. The modern and spacious design of the VIVA TIARA will captivate you from the first glance inside. Here you can enjoy your vacation to the fullest. Indulge in gourmet dining in the main Riverside restaurant or VIVA’s Bistro, or relax in the whirlpool on deck. Treat yourself to a quiet moment in the sauna or steam room, or challenge yourself and your opponent with a game of chess on the sun deck. The panoramic lounge invites you to enjoy a drink with a beautiful view after an eventful day. Experience unforgettable moments on the VIVA TIARA.
On the VIVA TIARA, freshly renovated in 2020, 76 exclusively equipped cabins for 152 guests provide relaxing feel-good moments. The majority of the cabins on the Diamond, Ruby and Emerald decks are 15 sqm 2-bed cabins, from which you can enjoy the passing landscape via a French balcony on the Diamond and Ruby decks. On the Ruby and Diamond decks there are two additional 19 sqm Junior Suites, which also have a French balcony. The cabins on the Emerald Deck have windows that cannot be opened. All cabins are perfectly equipped with flat-screen TV, included mini-bar, Nespresso® machine, beauty products by RITUALS®, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, shower and toilet. An elevator connects the lobby with the Diamond Deck, Ruby Deck and the restaurant. On the VIVA TIARA, in addition to the main restaurant Riverside, guests can expect a bistro included in the VIVA All-Inclusive, as well as a wellness area with sauna and steam bath, among other things, and the sun deck with whirlpool and many deck chairs and other seating.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 110m
- Maiden Voyage: 2006
- Refurbished: 2020
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 152
OUR START Just in time for the start of the winter season in 2018/2019, we set sail as a premium provider of river cruises. Since then, we have dedicated ourselves to comfortable travel on water – with a convincing all-inclusive offer for our guests as well as exclusive destinations in Europe.
OUR BASIS Behind the VIVA Cruises brand is the renowned Swiss shipping company Scylla AG, which currently owns a fleet of 40 ships. With VIVA Cruises and our company headquarters in Düsseldorf, we would like to establish ourselves as an international river cruise operator.
OUR DRIVE “Enjoy the moment” is our motto. How we live it every day? Through our dedicated team paired with high quality ships, we create for our guests places of experience with high standards. We focus on an extraordinary good relationship between our crew and our guests – and that with premium quality at fair prices.
OUR TEAM Your vacation is a matter of the heart for us. For this reason, we work as a young and competent team in Düsseldorf every day to make your dream cruise aboard our ships possible. We work future- and growth-oriented and always give our best to turn your trip into unique feel-good moments.
VIVA’s Mission and Vision We give everything to offer our guests remarkable river cruises, that will be remembered for a long time and will let them recall wonderful moments.
In doing so, we pursue the vision that excellent service and a fair price-performance ratio can be easily combined and perfectly implemented.
Therefor, we do our utmost to steer more sustainably into the future and work on it every day.
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Double Cabin on Emerald Deck.
Double Cabin on Ruby Deck.
Double Cabin on Ruby Deck.
Junior Suite on Ruby Deck.
Double Cabin on Diamond Deck.
Junior Suite on Diamond Deck.
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