VIVA TWO

Danube's Heart

Passau

Passau is a German city located in the Southeast of Germany on the Austrian border. It is situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz. The Three Rivers City, as it’s also known, is unique for its three contrasting currents of blue, green and black. Old Town of Passau is home to towering buildings of striking architecture: the majestic fortress Veste Oberhaus, the Pilgrimage Church Mariahilf and St Stephen's Cathedral. Many of Passau’s attractions can be found in this area, including the New Bishop’s Residence, the Gothic Town Hall, as well as many churches and museums. Visitors can stroll along the riverfront promenades and romantic lanes whilst enjoying the picturesque landscape. For modern art, The Museum of Modern Art and Glass Museum Passau are recommended as they offer something a bit different. Theatre and cabaret are a popular evening pastime, with performances at the former Prince Bishopric Theatre or some lively cabaret and Jazz at the Scharfrichterhaus. Visitors will also find many traditional local Bavarian and Austrian cafes and restaurants offering a cosy atmosphere with home cooked food from local produce.

Due to its special geographical location at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, Passau is undoubtedly one of the most unique cities in Germany. But not only the location of the city on the three rivers is exceptional, Passau also offers its visitors numerous remarkable sights. Towering above the city is the Veste Oberhaus, an impressive fortress dating back to the 13th century. The old town of Passau is known for its beautiful baroque architecture, especially the Cathedral of St. Stephen with its characteristic onion domes and the largest cathedral organ in the world with almost 18,000 pipes..

Vienna

Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria. Located on the Danube River in the East of the country, the city is renowned for its strong music heritage and rich culture, and is the largest German speaking city in the world, outside of Berlin. In 2001, Vienna was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts magnificent architecture. The city is home to over 27 castles and 150 palaces including the symbolic Gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral and the iconic Schönbrunn Palace. Art and music are in abundance and all tastes are catered for. Live music venues offer everything from Rock to Opera. Enjoy world class performances at Vienna State Opera and experience the epicentre of international concert life at Musikverein. Modern and historical art can be found in indoor and outdoor spaces around the city, and a visit to the famous Kunsthistorisches Museum (KHM) is highly recommended. Enjoy views of the city from the Danube Tower and the Giant Ferris Wheel, then relax in the ample cosy coffee houses, cafes, bars and restaurants where traditional and international cuisines are served, as well as the locally produced wines.

The capital of Austria is one of those cities that every traveler should have visited once in the course of his life. Hardly any other city in the world has to offer such an enchanting combination of magnificent architecture, world-famous museums and theaters and beautiful green spaces. No wonder, the entire city center of Vienna is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vienna is known worldwide for its palaces of emperors, kings and nobles, such as Schönbrunn Palace, the Belvedere and the Hofburg. But the city's many churches, especially the landmark St. Stephen's Cathedral, are also worth a visit. Museum visitors come at the numerous world-class museums in the city, such as the Albertina, the Museum of Art History and the Museum Leopold anyway fully at their expense..

Solt

The city of Solt is located in the eastern part of Hungary and lies directly on the Danube. It is a central shipping junction for the cities of Budapest and Baja. The town is surrounded by pastures and fields where gray cattle and sheep graze. It is especially impressive to look at the wild horses of the Puszta. Many surrounding horse farms offer guided tours on horseback or by carriage. The craftsman's farm, not far from Solt, shows its visitors old handicrafts.

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Batina

Novi Sad

Novi Sad is the second largest city in Serbia and is located on the Danube River. The place is perfect for a stop to see sights like Petrovaradin Fortress. This is one of the best preserved fortresses in Europe, has a catacomb system and is located on a hill. A walk through the city center with its narrow streets, quaint cafes and the New Renaissance style city hall is also recommended..

Belgrade

The "white city", so the translation of the Serbian name Beograd, is anything but colorless. Its troubled pastshapes the Balkan metropolis. The scars of this time belong as much a part of the cityscape as the spirit of optimism that can be felt and seen. Belgrade is home to about 1.7 million inhabitantsner - and with the monumental Cathedral of St. Sava one of the largest Orthodox places of worship in the world. A stroll across the shopping street Knez Mihailova with its stores, cafés and an exciting mix of architecture leads straight to the fortress of Belgrade. Here you can not only enjoy the unique Enjoy the view down to the mouth of the Sava River, but also the quietness in the spacious Kalemegdan Park.

River Cruisining

While our ship takes you comfortably from one city to another, you can enjoy your time on deck and relax as the scenery passes by.

Fetesti

If the words of a legend are to be believed, the name of the town derives from the Romanian "satul cu fete" and translates as "the village with the girls". Fetesti, located in the Wallachian Plain of Romania, is best known for the Anghel-Saligny Bridge, inaugurated by King Carl I, constructed for the railroad line from Fetesti to Cernavoda, and downright made for a day visit.

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Vidin

The Bulgarian city of Vidin is located in the northwest of the country on the Danube River. It is considered one of the oldest cities in Bulgaria and you can find many influences of both Celts and Romans and Ottomans in the city. Worth seeing is especially the medieval fortress from the 13th century called "Baba Vida". Also a visit to the cathedral "Sveti Dimitir" or the mosque "Mustafa-Pasha" are recommended..

Donji Milanovac

The small town of Donji Milanovac in eastern Serbia is located directly on the right bank of the Danube. When the dam and hydroelectric power plant were built in 1970, the town had to be moved higher. This was already the second relocation, the first took place in 1830 from the Danube Island to a higher location due to frequent flooding. North of Donji Milanovac you can visit the archaeological site of Lepenski Vir, which is about 9,000 years old and dates back to the Middle Stone Age and Neolithic.

Golubac

The Serbian port city of Golubac is located on the Danube and is best known for its fortress with its eight towers, idyllically situated on the riverbank. Here the visitor can dive into the past, because it is one of the best preserved castles of the Middle Ages. Both the upper and lower castle as well as the various towers can be visited. In the surroundings of Golubac begins the Serbian National Park Derdap.

Vukovar

The Croatian city of Vukovar is located in the east of the country and is characterized by the Baroque era. The historical center of the city is therefore worth a visit. Very famous is also the Grand Hotel "Radnicki dom". You should not miss the baroque castle Eltz and the oldest and most famous water tower in Croatia. Also a stop at the church of St. Philip with the attached Franciscan monastery is recommended..

Budapest

Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube. It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now. Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves. Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City. The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles. Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe. The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish. Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.

"Pearl of the Danube" or "Paris of the East"? One thing is certain, Budapest has a lot to offer! From afar, the Parliament building on the banks of the river greets you and lets the Hungarian capital shine in its old splendor. The imposing Chain Bridge invites you to explore the districts of Buda and Pest, which are adorned with Art Nouveau buildings, wide avenues and thermal baths steeped in history. After a piece of the famous Baumkuchen, the breathtaking view from the Castle Hill with its Castle Palace and the impressive Fishermen's Bastion can be enjoyed even better.

Bratislava

Bratislava is the capital city of Slovakia and is located along the Danube a river on the borders of Austria and Hungary. The city is surrounded by the Little Carpathians Mountains and vineyards as well as its iconic reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooking Old Town. The castle offers a picturesque view of the city, the neighbouring countries and is home to the Museum of History. Bratislava offers a blend of historic and modern attractions including the Old Town Hall, now home to the Bratislava City Museum, the UFO Bridge, Martin’s Cathedral, Michael’s Gate and Blue Church St Elizabeth’s. Bratislava is home to one of the oldest city parks in Central Europe and is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists as is the city forest park and foothills of the Carpathian Mountains. The city is popular for its locally brewed beers and has many micro-breweries and underground beer cellars. The local cuisine of Bratislava is an eclectic influence of European cultures including Slovak, Hungarian, Austrian and German and serves as a reminder of the history of this cosmopolitan city. However, visitors will find an array of offerings to suit all tastes with lunch being the main meal of the day and roast goose with lokse considered a signature dish of the area.

The capital of Slovakia is located on the border with Austria and Hungary. It is home to about 450,000 people. The old town of Bratislava dates back to the 18th century and is a great place to stroll around thanks to its car-free zone. The cafés and bars there serve the city's famous dark beer. Bratislava's landmark - the Bratislava Castle - is located on a hill. From its terrace you have the best view of the city and the Danube.

Dürnstein

Dürnstein is a town located in the Northeast of Austria, situated on the Danube river. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site and wine region of Wachauer. It is a popular destination for wine lovers as many wineries offer accommodation. In addition to wine tasting and vineyard tours, visitors will find exploring the area on foot is easy and enjoyable. Take one of the many beautiful hiking trails across ancient rocks and admire the impressive views across the Danube valley. Children will enjoy exploring the outdoors of Dürnstein too, with outdoor playgrounds and theme trails available to keep them entertained. In addition, children and adults will enjoy Austria’s only outdoor biological swimming pool, Kuenringerbad, with an average temperature of 23 degrees celsius. Enjoy views of the town from overhead helicopter tours, leisurely river excursions, or hike up into the mountains and explore some of Dürnstein’s ruins. The mountains offer the ruins of Dürnstein castle and city wall as well as beautiful flora and fauna to spot.

The small town belongs to the Lower Austrian cultural landscape Wachau, is located directly on the Danube and is surrounded by vineyards. Those arriving by boat have a beautiful view of Dürnstein's two main attractions: the ruins of Kuenringerburg Castle, towering high above the town, where Richard the Lionheart was held for several months in 1192/93, and Dürnstein Abbey. The latter is a monastery of the Augustinian canons, abolished at the end of the 18th century, and is known for its blue and white bell tower.

Melk

Melk is an Austrian town situated on the River Danube. Located west of Vienna, the town is mostly famous for its 11th Century Melk Abbey, a magnificent monastery built high above the town. Melk Abbey is the largest example of Baroque architecture in the Wachau Valley, with the valley itself awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2000. Its steep terraced vineyards mean vinters cultivate with traditional manual practices and the springtime sees this unique landscape covered in apricot tree blossoms. Strolling around the streets of Melk Old Town, visitors will find the Town Hall Square, the Main Square, the old Post Office, now a local museum, Old Abbey Tavern, and Kremser Strasse. River cruises, self-guided walking tours and cycle tours are also extremely popular around Melk, as the Wachau Valley offers unique landscape to be explored and enjoyed. Art festivals and Baroque music is celebrated each year with the Melk Baroque Days, an international festival.

Melk has acquired a beautiful name: the gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic town on the Danube will discover Melk Abbey perched high above the river very early on. The abbey is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive Baroque ensemble has been cared for by the monks of the Benedictine order since the year 1089. Culture, faith and science are united in the magnificent rooms of the monastery.

<ul><li>24 m²</li><li>Diamond Deck</li><li>Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes</li><li>VIVA All-Inclusive</li></ul>EQUIPMENT:<ul><li>Priority embarkation (1 hour before check-in)</li><li>Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes</li><li>50 EUR laundry credit (per cabin)</li><li>Two single beds (set apart on request)</li><li>French balcony</li><li>Table and two armchairs</li><li>Lounge area</li><li>Beauty products from RITUALS®</li><li>32" LED TV</li><li>Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily</li><li>Nespresso® machine</li><li>Hair dryer</li><li>Free WLAN access</li><li>Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating</li><li>Bathroom with shower</li><li>SPA bathrobe and slippers</li><li>Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed</li><li>Location on the top passenger deck</li></ul>

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Suite

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

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Double Cabin Diamond Deck

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

Double Cabin Ruby Deck

Double Cabin aft Ruby Deck

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

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Double Cabin Emerald Deck

<ul><li>Pool</li><li>Wheelhouse</li></ul>

Sun Deck

<ul><li>Bar</li><li>Panorama Salon</li><li>Water Dispenser</li><li>Coffee Station</li><li>Elevator</li><li>Restrooms</li><li>Bistro</li><li>Double Cabin</li><li>Suite</li></ul>

Diamond Deck

<ul><li>Kitchen</li><li>Restaurant</li><li>Reception Desk</li><li>Travel Desk</li><li>Entrance</li><li>Bordshop</li><li>Elevator</li><li>Restrooms</li><li>Double Cabins</li></ul>

Ruby Deck

<ul><li>Restaurant</li><li>Elevator</li><li>Fitness</li><li>Wellness</li><li>Crew</li><li>Double Cabins</li></ul>

Emerald Deck

The RIVERSIDE Restautant is the main restaurant of the VIVA TWO. And a place where we spoil you with international gourmet cuisine and - depending on where we are - also with regional dishes. For lunch and dinner, we offer you a choice of multi-course menus.

Riverside Restaurant

At MOMENTS, we take you on a culinary journey through Italy! MOMENTS is the perfect place to experience the diverse flavors of Italian cuisine. Immerse yourself in a world of taste and pleasure as you travel along picturesque river landscapes.

Moments Restaurant

The bistro offers an interplay of two worlds: On some evenings we spoil you with Asian creations, then again we whisk you away to Italian-Mediterranean worlds. A culinary duo where, despite all the variety, "discover and indulge" is always on the menu.

VIVA's Bistro

The guests on board our floating premium hotels are all different. That is why we work out an equally diverse excursion program for each of our fascinating routes. Regardless of whether you are a connoisseur, nature lover or art enthusiast - our selection of experiences will open up new perspectives for you on every trip.With your travel documents, you will receive a form with an overview of all the excursions offered to match your travel route. You can find a comprehensive description online at www.viva-cruises.com. There will also be a daily excursion information event on board, where you can get detailed advice. You can register your desired shore excursions with VIVA Cruises before you start your journey.You can also register for the excursions on board, but we cannot guarantee that there will still be sufficient capacities. You will find the program in your cabin on the day of embarkation. Bookings made will be charged to your on-board account.

Excursions

Bikes

The Panorama Salon is located on the Diamond Deck.

Panorama Salon

Wellness area with steam bath and infrared sauna.You can make an appointment for your massage at the reception.

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Wellness Area

Those who do not want to do without their daily sports program on board can use the fitness area. Use of the fitness room is free and possible 24 hours a day.

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Fitness Area

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Pool

VIVA All-Inclusive: for you only the bestWith 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.<ul><li>Welcome Cava in the cabin</li><li>Full board with breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner (multi-course gourmet menus served at the table) and snacks with freechoice of table and flexible meal times</li><li>All day high quality, cold and hot non-alcoholic drinks, as well as a select choice of alcoholic beverages</li><li>Well-stocked minibar in the cabin</li><li>Shore Excursions Package</li><li>Exclusive beauty products from RITUALS</li><li>High Tea: selection of homemade scones with clotted cream &amp; jam, sandwiches, cupcakes, chocolates, macarons, exclusive teas and other treats (once per trip).</li><li>Free WIFI on board</li><li>Tips for the whole crew</li></ul>

Viva All-Inclusive

There is air conditioning on all VIVA ships. The air conditioning in your cabin is individually adjustable and can also be used as a heater. When the balcony door is open, the system in the cabin is automatically switched off.

Air Conditioning 

For reasons of space, bicycles can only be taken on board on request and not on all ships. On some ships we have bicycles with us, which you can borrow free of charge at the reception, depending on availability. The team on board will also be happy to assist you with renting bicycles on site.

Bicycles

We want our guests to feel comfortable on board and live the casual lifestyle on board. This also applies to the cloakroom: the dress code is casual - comfortable during the day and on excursions and sporty and elegant in the evening. We generally recommend sturdy shoes for shore excursions.

Clothing

On all VIVA Cruises river cruises, we not only offer you an extensive breakfast buffet and multi-course gourmet menus, but also individual care for all common food allergies or intolerances. If you have not registered before the trip, please notify the reception on the day of arrival so that the kitchen on board can optimally adapt to your needs.

Diet foods & food allergies

A doctor is not on board, as the nearest town can be reached quickly in an emergency. First aid can be provided on all VIVA Cruises ships in an emergency.

Medical Facilities

WiFi is included in the all-inclusive package on all VIVA ships. Please note that there may be restrictions on the use of the Internet depending on the area of travel.

Wi-Fi

There are life jackets in your cabin or stored by the wheelhouse on the sun deck. You will receive information about this in the rescue exercise on the day of embarkation. Participation in this exercise is mandatory for every guest.

Life Jackets

In general, our ships are not completely barrier-free and therefore only suitable to a limited extent for guests who are solely dependent on a wheelchair. You will find stairs and narrow doors and corridors. In addition, not all landing stages are designed to be handicapped accessible on river trips, and entry via the mostly narrow gangways is not always at ground level. Some of our ships have lifts to make the reception and restaurant easy to reach. However, it should be possible to take some steps without a wheelchair. We generally recommend booking with an accompanying person, as there is no special support staff available on board.

People in need and guests with reduced mobility

For safety reasons, smoking is not permitted on board in the entire interior or in the cabins of our ships, but only permitted on the outside decks. Please do not throw cigarettes overboard, use the ashtrays provided. We also ask that you show consideration for non-smokers.

Smoking Policy

VIVA's environment: step by step to more sustainabilityAt VIVA Cruises we take responsibility for people, nature and the river. Convince yourself and learn more about our philosophy.<ul><li>Responsible route planning that saves nautical miles</li><li>Use of HVO and GTL fuel, which reduces emissions and promotes CO2 neutrality</li><li>Switching off engines in many ports to use alternative shore power</li><li>Ship interiors made largely from recycled materials</li><li>Avoiding the use of plastic, e.g. through water dispensers and reusable bottles</li><li>Daily changing vegetarian and vegan menu as alternatives to meat</li><li>Reduction of noise emissions through silent ship concept</li></ul>

Sustainability

The on-board currency is the euro. Cashless payment is possible with Visa, Mastercard and Maestro cards. Services used or booked on board that are not included in the VIVA All-Inclusive (excursions, paid drinks, purchases from the on-board shop, etc.) will be billed to your on-board account at the end of the journey.Currency ExchangeAn exchange of money in the respective national currency is possible in all ports of call outside the EU - exchange offices are usually in the immediate vicinity.

Payment Methods

VIVA Cruises is a river cruise operator with an international audience and on-board staff. For this reason, all information is made available on board in both German and English.

Navigation

VIVA TWO

Détails De La Croisière

Danube's Heart

Passau

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People in need and guests with reduced mobility

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