
VIVA Cruises
VIVA Cruises invites guests to experience the very best of Europe, the way it was meant to be discovered: with good company, unique perspectives and award-winning service and amenities. Knowing that not all travellers are the same, we have made it our mission to give customers greater ease, flexibility, and choice. With decades of experience cruising to Europe’s most popular destinations, we are proud to offer a cruise experience like no other, designed to enrich, inspire, and renew. Following all the greatest rivers - Douro, Danube, Elbe, Moselle, Rhine, Rhône, Seine and the Main-Danube Canal - guests will delve into the heart of timeless towns and villages as well as the world’s most thriving capitals.
Thanks to VIVA All-Inclusive, on our ships, exclusive is inclusive:
- Full board with breakfast, lunch and dinner (multi-course gourmet menus, served at the table) with free choice of table and flexible mealtimes
- All day high quality cold and hot non-alcoholic beverages and a carefully curated selection of alcoholic beverages
- High Tea: A unique selection of sweet and savoury treats such as scones, sandwiches or macarons, as well as a variety of tea options (once per trip)
- Daily replenished minibar and a reusable water bottle in your cabin
- Wi-Fi and gratuities
Every journey combines freedom, flexibility & choice with stylish modern, ships, flexible gourmet dining and state-of-the-art wellness facilities.
VIVA Cruises is also committed to environmentally conscious travel. We are actively working towards a more sustainable future by incorporating eco-friendly technologies such as the use of sulphur-free GTL and biofuels, responsible route planning, and reliance on shore power. These measures have earned us the Green Award certification from the independent Green Award Foundation, a testament to its dedication to protecting Europe’s magnificent rivers. This commitment to sustainability, combined with an unparalleled level of service and flexibility, solidifies VIVA Cruises' position as a leader in modern river cruising.
A New Chapter
With VIVA Boutique, we've created a travel experience that goes far beyond the classic cruise. It combines the exclusivity of a high-quality, modern ship with the freedom of waking up every day in a new, fascinating city—all while enjoying all the amenities of a boutique hotel.
Between French savoir vivre and Italian dolce vita, guests on our boutique river cruises experience the most beautiful blend of two lifestyles. While the VIVA BEYOND glides stylishly along the Seine through the elegance and culture of France, the VIVA UNIQUE whisks guests away on the Po River to the world of pleasure and joie de vivre of Italy. A journey that combines culinary highlights, charming cities, and Mediterranean flair – both incomparable and inspiring.
VIVA Boutique represents a new chapter in VIVA Cruises history offering a new opulent style of river cruising. Our boutique line showcases beautifully renovated ships with over 50% Suite accommodation, featuring expansive 30sqm Master Suites. Guests will indulge in exceptional gourmet cuisine across three distinct restaurants, unwind in an exclusive wellness retreat, and enjoy a unique entertainment programme.
What to expect from VIVA Cruises
Quality that speaks for itself
You will see and feel the difference as soon as you step aboard our ships. High-quality details, fine workmanship and stylish furnishings accompany you on board.
A highlight on every cruise is our crew - because of special cordiality and that certain extra bit of service. Convince yourself!
SHIP QUALITY
Our ships are modern and safe, technically up to date and on course for sustainability - e.g. through solar cells.
CABIN QUALITY
Flooded with light and spacious, our cabins await you with a high level of comfort and a tasteful interior.
CREW QUALITY
Our crew lives service every day - with a smile, special helpfulness and great empathy.
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.
Benefits
Do you know this feeling? When your gaze is lost in the gentle waves of the water and you feel
nothing but complete peace and contentment? With VIVA Cruises, these moments of happiness are included - as are many other amenities that will make your long-awaited time away unforgettable.
BENEFITS OF OUR RIVER CRUISES
- Always with you - your premium hotel travels with you
- Always recovered - wellness and spa on board
- Always exquisite - gourmet pleasure and quality drinks
- Always happy - thanks to unique route diversity
- Always organized - land excursions and transfers
You are close to our hearts and that's why we take care that you enjoy every minute of your vacation ashore and on board. Our attentive crew will spoil you with culinary delights, exclusive drinks or even expert tips for your next excursion and thanks to our unique VIVA All-Inclusive, none of your wishes will remain unfulfilled.
VIVA All-Inclusive: for you only the best
With VIVA Cruises, "all-inclusive" means you can sit back, relax and enjoy. Your physical well-being is taken care of with exclusive food and drinks. In addition, we offer you relaxing care products. And if you do need a good connection, use our WLAN. For other good connections - especially to our crew - the included tip provides.
- Welcome Cava in the cabin
- 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
- All day high quality, cold and hot non-alcoholic drinks, as well as a select choice of alcoholic beverages
- Well-stocked minibar in the cabin
- Exclusive beauty products from RITUALS
- Free WIFI on board
- Shore Excursions Package
- High Tea: selection of homemade scones with clotted cream & jam, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates, macarons, exclusive teas and other treats (once per trip).
- Tips for the whole crew
VIVA Cruises Ships
VIVA BEYOND
In May 2026, our VIVA BEYOND will embark on its maiden voyage and take you on an unforgettable journey through the beauty of France. The 8-day cruise begins in Paris and takes you through idyllic Normandy to Le Havre and finally back to Paris. Experience the enchanting landscape of the Seine, which passes you by like an impressionist painting.
VIVA UNIQUE
The VIVA ship fleet continues to grow - and fulfils a very special heart's desire: From May 2027, the VIVA UNIQUE will set sail on the fascinating Po in Italy. Our exclusive ship combines modern design with the lightness and joie de vivre of the Italian dolce vita. With a length of 110 meters, the VIVA UNIQUE offers space for 104 guests in 52 cabins, more than half of which are suites up to 30 m² in size.


















