Rhine’s Short Welcome
Experience a magical short trip along the Rhine, taking you from Mainz to Düsseldorf. This journey combines romantic river landscapes, cultural highlights, and Rhenish joie de vivre into an unforgettable experience.
Your adventure begins in Mainz, the city of Gutenberg, where the imposing St. Martin’s Cathedral and the charming old town invite you to linger. Wander through narrow lanes and discover cozy squares with welcoming cafés.
Continue to Rüdesheim, where the famous Drosselgasse, surrounded by traditional wine taverns and picturesque vineyards, will enchant you. A cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument offers breathtaking views over the Rhine Valley.
In Koblenz, marvel at the spectacular Deutsches Eck, the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Enjoy panoramic views from Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, accessible by cable car.
Next, discover Bonn, Germany’s former capital city. Visit the Beethoven House, stroll along the peaceful Rhine promenade, and enjoy the relaxed, cosmopolitan ambiance.
Your journey concludes in Düsseldorf – a city of contrasts. Here, modern architecture, like the Media Harbor, meets the historic old town, home to the “longest bar in the world.” Explore contemporary art at the NRW Art Collection, or unwind at a traditional brewery.
This journey offers the perfect blend of history, natural beauty, and urban flair – a true highlight for cultural and leisure travelers alike!
What’s Included:
- Booking advice from your Travel Escapes travel advisor
- Return flights from Dublin with 10kg check-in bag per person
- All Airport taxes, charges, and transfers
- 3 nights onboard the 5* Viva One based on two sharing
- 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.
- Complimentary drinks All day high quality hot and cold non-alcoholic beverages and a selection of alcoholic beverages
- High Tea: once per trip a selection of sweet and savory treats such as scones, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates and macarons. A variety of teas are offered to match
- Daily freshly stocked minibar and reusable water bottle in the cabin
- A welcome champagne
- Selected beauty products from RITUALS in cabin
- Complimentary onboard WIFI
- Gratuities
Viva One
Look forward to the first new building of VIVA Cruises, the MS VIVA ONE! Indulge in gourmet dining in the main restaurant “RIVERSIDE” or in “VIVA’s Bistro” and enjoy a drink in the panoramic lounge after dinner. Marvel at the passing scenery while sunbathing on the deck or while relaxing in the whirlpool. Take some time out in the spa area and relax in the steam room or sauna. For the more active guests, rental bikes are available to explore the landscape individually. Come on an unforgettable trip with the VIVA ONE.
Our first own new building, the VIVA ONE invites with 88 cabins up to 176 passengers on feel-good moments on board. On the diamond deck there are four luxurious suites, which with 25 m² size and a balcony (approx. 2 m²) invite you to enjoy the beautiful view. On the Diamond Deck, as well as on the Ruby Deck, there are 18 m² Junior Suites, which have a French balcony. The main part of the cabins is made up by 2-bed cabins with 17 m² size. These have French balconies on the Diamond and Ruby decks and non-opening windows on the Emerald deck. All cabins are perfectly equipped with flat-screen TV, included mini-bar, Nespresso® machine, Beauty products from RITUALS®, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, shower and toilet.
From a technical and sustainable perspective, the VIVA ONE impresses with some special features and innovations. A total of 68 solar cells, distributed on both sides of the sun deck, support the on-board power system. The energy generated is also used primarily for the ship’s bow thruster and for high power usage. In general, a lot of emphasis was placed on low energy consumption for lighting, pumps, air conditioning, heating, ventilation, and galley and laundry equipment during the design process. The water treatment system is also state-of-the-art. Guests can refill their reusable VIVA drinking bottles at any time at two water stations in the lobby and at the bar, while VIVA glass carafes are available in the restaurant. To reduce fuel consumption, the ship features an efficient hull form, powertrain and fuel-saving autopilot to simplify navigation. Main and auxiliary engines are powered by clean synthetic GTL diesel, reducing local emissions.
You can find more info about the Viva One, including Deck Plans, on our Ship Information page.
Highlights of the VIVA ONE
- Main restaurant “RIVERSIDE” with flexible dining hours and free seating
- “VIVA’s Bistro” as an alternative to the main restaurant with classics for dinner
- Fitness center with treadmill, bike and dumbbells
- Wellness area with steam bath and infrared sauna
- Pool on the sun deck
- Free rental bicycles
- Elevator connecting the Emerald Deck to the Ruby and Diamond Decks
Viva
Agent
Booking Remarks
Optional insurance (conditions apply)A non-refundable, non-transferable booking deposit of 15% is required. Full payment if departure within 16 weeks.
Single supplement applies
Holidays & offers are subject to availability at the time of booking
These prices are guidelines only and are subject to change and availability. Pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.
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Itinerary
Mainz, Germany
Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germany
On arrival you will be transferred to your ship for boarding.
Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germany
Koblenz, Germany
Situated at the famous ‘Deutsches Eck’ where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet and the magnificent Hunsrück, Eifel and Westerwald mountain ranges converge, it’s no wonder Koblenz is considered one of the most picturesque cities in Germany. The appeal of Koblenz isn’t just skin-deep however; over 2,000 years of history and an abundance of cultural and historical monuments ensure this ancient city is always a memorable and rewarding stop on a German river cruise.
Koblenz, Germany
Bonn, Germany
Bonn is an independent city in North Rhine-Westphalia, which is the former capital of Germany. The banks of the Rhine are inviting for a walk and offer well-developed inline and bike paths. The old town offers traditional stores and branches of large brand chains. Not far away is the cathedral Münster. Bonn is considered a university city. The botanical garden of the local university is not only used for research purposes, but is also open to visitors. The “House of History” is accessible free of charge and tells about German history..
Düsseldorf, Germany
Today you disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight home.