Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct 2026 | Frankfurt, Germany |
5:00pm | |
| 01 Nov 2026 | Speyer, Germany |
7:30am | 2:00pm |
| 02 Nov 2026 | Strasbourg, France |
3:00am | 10:30pm |
| 03 Nov 2026 | Mainz, Germany |
12:00pm | |
| 04 Nov 2026 | Mainz, Germany |
2:00am | |
| 04 Nov 2026 | Frankfurt, Germany |
7:30am |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
Autumn Getaway
Book by 30 September 2026 and receive a €100 rail or flight credit towards your journey. The credit applies to rail journeys or flights booked through VIVA Cruises.
For the following departures:
31 October–4 November 2026
8–12 November 2026
16–20 November 2026
24–28 November 2026
Embark on a picturesque journey along the Main and Rhine rivers, taking you through some of the most beautiful cities and landscapes in Germany and France. Your journey begins in Frankfurt, a vibrant metropolis where modern architecture—such as the skyline of the financial district—meets historic landmarks like the Römerberg. Here you can stroll through the Old Town, let your gaze wander over the Main River, and get your first impressions of the harmonious blend of tradition and modernity.
The journey continues through idyllic wine regions, past rolling hills and well-tended vineyards, until you reach historic Speyer. The imposing Speyer Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, bears witness to over 1,000 years of European history and invites you to explore it.
In Strasbourg, the heart of Alsace, romantic half-timbered houses, the impressive cathedral with its delicate Gothic façade, and the winding canals of the Petite France district await you, creating an incomparable atmosphere. Here, German and French cultures blend in a unique way.
On the return journey, you’ll discover Mainz, known for its Roman past, the Gutenberg Museum, and its vibrant wine culture. Round out the evening with a glass of Riesling before arriving in Frankfurt, where you’ll conclude your journey in a stylish setting.
A journey that touches the heart and the senses, through two of Europe’s most significant rivers, rich in history, enjoyment, and scenic beauty.
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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