River cruise line · 8 ships · sailing 1 regions — Contemporary all-inclusive river cruising with a younger, foodie feel.
VIVA Cruises is the modern, design-led river brand launched in 2018 by Swiss operator Scylla AG and based in Düsseldorf. It delivers a premium all-inclusive product at strong value, with a more casual, younger and food-focused feel than the legacy river lines.
Best for value-minded, active and food-focused travellers, including younger river cruisers and first-timers who want an all-inclusive fare without a stuffy or formal atmosphere. Less suited to those wanting a big American-style production-show programme or a dedicated kids' offering.
The fleet mixes purpose-built newbuilds — VIVA One (2022), VIVA Two (2023) and VIVA Enjoy (2024) — with chartered and operated ships such as VIVA Moments, VIVA Tiara, VIVA Gloria and VIVA Voyage, plus the Porto Mirante on Portugal's Douro. Ships are contemporary in style and typically carry around 176-190 guests, with the newest hulls adding pools and spa areas; further newbuilds are planned through 2027. Itineraries run 2-14 nights across the Rhine, Moselle, Main, Danube, Seine, Rhône, Dutch Canals, Elbe, Oder and Douro.
The standout vessels in the fleet — and the amenities that set them apart.
First VIVA newbuild; eco-friendlier hybrid drive
First VIVA ship with three restaurants; 'floating resort' amenities on a 190-guest hull
2018-built ship chartered by VIVA since 2021; carries the line's signature Moments a-la-carte concept
2024 newbuild, third of the new-generation series after VIVA One and VIVA Two
Flexible open single-seating in the main Riverside restaurant with local and international menus; the standout is the included a-la-carte specialty dining, above all the Moments restaurant's multi-course wine-pairing dinners and the casual VIVA's Bistro.
Low-key and lounge-based — live music and resident bar acts rather than large production shows — with complimentary onboard bicycles for exploring ashore.
Adult-oriented with no dedicated children's programme, though the relaxed, informal atmosphere suits multigenerational groups on select sailings.
The VIVA All-Inclusive fare bundles full board, specialty dining, quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, minibar, Rituals toiletries, Wi-Fi and all gratuities; shore excursions are included on most itineraries.
Regions in Noura's Cruise Navigator, most sailings first. Tap a region for its ports and season.
VIVA Enjoy · from Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands → Cologne, Germany → Rüdesheim, Germany → Miltenberg, Germany → Würzburg, Germany → Bamberg, Germany → Nuremberg, Germany → Regensburg, Germany
VIVA One · from Düsseldorf
Ludwigshafen (Heidelberg), Germany → Cologne, Germany → Koblenz, Germany → Rhine Gorge / Loreley (scenic cruising) → Rüdesheim, Germany → Speyer, Germany → Strasbourg, France → Ludwigshafen (Heidelberg), Germany
VIVA One · from Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands → Amsterdam, Netherlands → Ludwigshafen (Heidelberg), Germany → Cologne, Germany → Koblenz, Germany → Speyer, Germany → Strasbourg, France → Ludwigshafen (Heidelberg), Germany
VIVA Tiara · from Düsseldorf
Ludwigshafen (Heidelberg), Germany → Ludwigshafen (Heidelberg), Germany → Koblenz, Germany → Cochem, Germany → Ludwigshafen (Heidelberg), Germany → Bernkastel-Kues, Germany → Ludwigshafen (Heidelberg), Germany → Rüdesheim, Germany
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Compare VIVA Cruises with other river lines — or read how the tiers differ.
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