VIVA Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Dusseldorf

   Depart 17:00

   Germany

   

   Düsseldorf's port is a vibrant hub of culture and history, offering a unique blend of modern architecture and traditional charm. Must-do experiences include sampling the local Altbier and Rheintopf stew and exploring the nearby picturesque town of Wertheim. The best season to visit is during the spring, when the city blossoms and outdoor activities abound.

2. Day 2

   Koblenz

   Arrive 07:30Depart 14:00

   Germany

   

   Koblenz stands at the Deutsches Eck — the German Corner — where the Moselle river pours into the Rhine in a confluence so geographically commanding that the Romans built a fortress here in 9 BC. The result is a city of exceptional Rhine Gorge scenery, with the formidable Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, one of Europe's largest, crowning the opposite bank and reachable by gondola for panoramas that stretch across three river valleys. A Rhine wine tasting at one of the city's historic Weinstuben, followed by a stroll through the Altstadt's baroque squares, is the definitive Koblenz afternoon. The finest weather arrives April through October, with the Rhine in Flames fireworks festival in August being particularly spectacular.

3. Day 3

   Traben Trabach

   Arrive 04:30Depart 11:00

   Germany

   

   Traben Trabach in Germany is a quintessential European river port where centuries of history line the waterfront in architectural layers. Visitors should wander the cobblestone streets, sample regional cuisine paired with local wines, and soak in an atmosphere perfected over generations. The town is at its most inviting May through October, when the climate is at its most welcoming for outdoor exploration. Cruise lines including A-ROSA feature this port on their most compelling itineraries. Whether you have a few hours or a full day, the port rewards exploration at every pace and in every direction.

4. Day 3

   Bernkastel

   Arrive 14:30Depart 23:00

   Germany

   

   Bernkastel-Kues, the twin town straddling the Moselle, has been synonymous with Riesling for six centuries — home to the legendary Bernkasteler Doctor vineyard, whose precipitous south-facing slope has produced wines of such renown that a single hectare once sold for a record price. The Marktplatz, virtually unchanged since the seventeenth century, is Germany's most photogenic half-timbered market square: a stage-set of crooked facades and flower-hung balconies best appreciated over a glass of Spätlese in the late afternoon light. September brings the annual Moselle Wine Festival to the riverbanks. Trier, Germany's oldest city with its spectacular Roman amphitheatre, lies forty minutes upstream.

5. Day 4

   Trier

   Arrive 06:00Depart 14:30

   Germany

   

   Trier is Germany's oldest city and once the northern capital of the Western Roman Empire, its incomparable UNESCO-listed ensemble of monuments — the blackened Porta Nigra gate, the vast Imperial Baths, the Amphitheater, and a Roman bridge still carrying traffic across the Moselle — more than justifying the title 'Rome of the North.' The birthplace of Karl Marx and a gateway to the Moselle wine region's elegant Riesling estates, Trier rewards a long visit with layers of history spanning two millennia within an effortlessly walkable historic center. The summer months from May to September are ideal, when Moselle Valley vineyard terraces gleam in full-leafed splendor.

6. Day 5

   Cochem

   Arrive 07:00Depart 13:30

   Germany

   

   The Reichsburg Cochem — a turreted fairy-tale castle presiding over a loop of the Moselle River — is among Germany's most photogenic medieval fortresses, its silhouette rising above terraced vineyards of ancient Riesling vines. The town below offers a charming ensemble of half-timbered houses, wine-cellar tastings, and cycle paths threading through valley landscapes that have barely changed in centuries. Arrive in September for the harvest festival, when the whole town smells of fermenting Riesling, or choose May for blossom-framed panoramas and long golden evenings on the riverside terraces.

7. Day 5

   Treis-Karden

   Arrive 14:30Depart 18:00

   Germany

   

   Treis-Karden is a charming twin village on the Moselle River in Germany, centered on a magnificent twelfth-century Romanesque church and surrounded by steep slate vineyards producing world-class Riesling. Must-dos include tasting Moselle Riesling at a hillside Weingut, visiting the fairy-tale Burg Eltz castle nearby, and cycling the riverside path. Visit September to October for wine harvest festivals or spring for blossoms.

8. Day 6

   Rudesheim

   Arrive 07:30Depart 14:00

   Germany

   

   Rüdesheim am Rhein, a jewel of the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley, is where Germany's most storied wine river cuts through vine-terraced slopes and medieval castle ruins. The pedestrianised Drosselgasse laneway — beloved since the Romantic era — hums with wine taverns pouring the region's celebrated Rieslings, crisp and mineral from the slate soils. The Niederwald Monument surveys the river from the heights, reached by cable car above the vineyards. Day trips by boat unlock Bacharach, Boppard, and the legendary Lorelei rock. September's harvest festivals transform the entire valley into a convivial celebration of the vintage.

9. Day 6

   Rudesheim

   Germany

   

   Rüdesheim am Rhein, a jewel of the UNESCO-listed Upper Middle Rhine Valley, is where Germany's most storied wine river cuts through vine-terraced slopes and medieval castle ruins. The pedestrianised Drosselgasse laneway — beloved since the Romantic era — hums with wine taverns pouring the region's celebrated Rieslings, crisp and mineral from the slate soils. The Niederwald Monument surveys the river from the heights, reached by cable car above the vineyards. Day trips by boat unlock Bacharach, Boppard, and the legendary Lorelei rock. September's harvest festivals transform the entire valley into a convivial celebration of the vintage.

10. Day 6

    Konigswinter

    Arrive 21:00

    Germany

    

    Königswinter sits at the foot of the Drachenfels—Dragon’s Rock—where Rhine legend, volcanic geology, and Rhineland wine culture converge beneath castle ruins and the fantastical Schloss Drachenburg. Must-dos include riding Germany’s oldest rack railway to the summit, touring Schloss Drachenburg’s restored interiors, and tasting volcanic-soil Riesling on the Rhine promenade. Visit April through October, with September’s grape harvest bringing festivals and fresh young wine.

11. Day 7

    Konigswinter

    Depart 13:00

    Germany

    

    Königswinter sits at the foot of the Drachenfels—Dragon’s Rock—where Rhine legend, volcanic geology, and Rhineland wine culture converge beneath castle ruins and the fantastical Schloss Drachenburg. Must-dos include riding Germany’s oldest rack railway to the summit, touring Schloss Drachenburg’s restored interiors, and tasting volcanic-soil Riesling on the Rhine promenade. Visit April through October, with September’s grape harvest bringing festivals and fresh young wine.

12. Day 7

    Konigswinter

    Arrive 18:00

    Germany

    

    Königswinter sits at the foot of the Drachenfels—Dragon’s Rock—where Rhine legend, volcanic geology, and Rhineland wine culture converge beneath castle ruins and the fantastical Schloss Drachenburg. Must-dos include riding Germany’s oldest rack railway to the summit, touring Schloss Drachenburg’s restored interiors, and tasting volcanic-soil Riesling on the Rhine promenade. Visit April through October, with September’s grape harvest bringing festivals and fresh young wine.

13. Day 8

    Dusseldorf

    Germany

    

    Düsseldorf's port is a vibrant hub of culture and history, offering a unique blend of modern architecture and traditional charm. Must-do experiences include sampling the local Altbier and Rheintopf stew and exploring the nearby picturesque town of Wertheim. The best season to visit is during the spring, when the city blossoms and outdoor activities abound.

Cabin Categories

Double Cabin Aft Ruby Deck

Outside

161 sq ftMax 22BHR

15 m² Ruby Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Two single beds (set apart on request) French balcony Beauty products from RITUALS® Multimedia alarm clock with charging function 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Nespresso® machine Hair dryer Free WLAN access Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating Bathroom with shower Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedFree Mini BarTV+6

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Double Cabin Diamond Deck

Balcony

161 sq ftMax 22BD

15 m² Diamond Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Two single beds (set apart on request) French balcony Beauty products from RITUALS® Multimedia alarm clock with charging function 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Nespresso® machine Hair dryer Free WLAN access Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating Bathroom with shower Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedFree Mini BarTVFree Wi-Fi+7

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Double Cabin Emerald Deck

Outside

161 sq ftMax 22BS

15 m² Emerald Deck Window (cannot be opened) VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Two single beds (set apart on request) Window (cannot be opened) Beauty products from RITUALS® Multimedia alarm clock with charging function 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Nespresso® machine Hair dryer Free WLAN access Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating Bathroom with shower Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedFree Mini BarTV+6

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Double Cabin Ruby Deck

Balcony

161 sq ftMax 22BR

15 m² Ruby Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Two single beds (set apart on request) French balcony Beauty products from RITUALS® Multimedia alarm clock with charging function 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Nespresso® machine Hair dryer Free WLAN access Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating Bathroom with shower Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedFree Mini BarTV+6

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Junior Suite Diamond Deck

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2JSD

19 m² Diamond Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes French balcony Two single beds (set apart on request) Table and two armchairs Beauty products from RITUALS® Multimedia alarm clock with charging function 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Nespresso® machine Hair dryer Free WLAN access Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating Bathroom with shower SPA bathrobe and slippers Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedFree Mini BarTVFree Wi-Fi+8

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Junior Suite Ruby Deck

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2JSR

19 m² Ruby Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes French balcony Two single beds (set apart on request) Table and two armchairs Beauty products from RITUALS® Multimedia alarm clock with charging function 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Nespresso® machine Hair dryer Free WLAN access Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating Bathroom with shower SPA bathrobe and slippers Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed

Double or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedFree Mini BarTV+6

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