Winter Highlights on the Rhine

The Winter Highlights on the Rhine is a 4-night Europe cruise aboard VIVA RUBY, operated by VIVA Cruises. Departing Frankfurt on November 8, 2026, the voyage visits 4 ports. Fares start from $1,425 per person.

Length: 4 nights
Departs: Nov 8, 2026
Returns: Nov 12, 2026
Ports of call: 4

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$356 / night per person, incl. taxes & fees

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Itinerary

Day 1 Nov 8, 2026 Frankfurt Departs 17:00 ‘Hier bin ich Mensch, hier darf ich’s sein’ (‘Here I am man, dare man to be’). This quote by Frankfurt’s most famous son – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe – actually comes from his play Faust (and the English translation by Bayard Taylor), but it is also a very fitting way to describe Goethe’s hometown. Frankfurt’s combination of modern skyscrapers housing major finance companies and the old town with its historic buildings and half-timbered houses is unique. And if you fancy a break from the hustle and bustle, you can take a leisurely walk along the lovely bank of the Main. Frankfurt port guide Search cruises visiting Frankfurt

Day 2 Nov 9, 2026 Speyer 07:30 – 14:00 6.5 hrs ashore The 2000 year old Speyer is like a single open-air museum: Salic history at every turn. The cathedral city on the Rhine is proud of its convenient location in the heart of Europe. The towering silhouette of the mighty red sandstone cathedral towers over the city. Anyone visiting the cathedral should also go down the steps to the Imperial Crypt. For at least two hours, visitors are kept in suspense by the most important sights of the old imperial city - they are almost all in the city center. Those who are tired of hiking: The city delights with countless restaurants and cafés. Speyer port guide Search cruises visiting Speyer

Speyer photo — Day 2 Nov 9, 2026 Speyer 07:30 – 14:00 6.5 hrs ashore The 2000 year old Speyer is like a single open-air museum: Salic history at every turn. The cathedral city on the Rhine is proud of its convenient location in the heart of Europe. The towering silhouette of the mighty red sandstone cathedral towers over the city. Anyone visiting the cathedral should also go down the steps to the Imperial Crypt. For at least two hours, visitors are kept in suspense by the most important sights of the old imperial city - they are almost all in the city center. Those who are tired of hiking: The city delights with countless restaurants and cafés. Speyer port guide Search cruises visiting Speyer

Day 3 Nov 10, 2026 Strasbourg 03:00 – 22:30 19.5 hrs ashore Strasbourg is a major city in France and is also the capital of the Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine region. The Rhine forms a natural border with Germany. The Maas and Aar also flow through the city. The district "La Petite France" is very popular with tourists and shows old half-timbered houses on the canal. With a typical boat with a glass roof, a so-called bateau-mouche, tourists can cruise the canal and learn interesting facts about the city. The Strasbourg cathedral is the city's landmark. Strasbourg port guide Search cruises visiting Strasbourg

Strasbourg photo — Day 3 Nov 10, 2026 Strasbourg 03:00 – 22:30 19.5 hrs ashore Strasbourg is a major city in France and is also the capital of the Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine region. The Rhine forms a natural border with Germany. The Maas and Aar also flow through the city. The district "La Petite France" is very popular with tourists and shows old half-timbered houses on the canal. With a typical boat with a glass roof, a so-called bateau-mouche, tourists can cruise the canal and learn interesting facts about the city. The Strasbourg cathedral is the city's landmark. Strasbourg port guide Search cruises visiting Strasbourg

Day 4 Nov 11, 2026 Mainz Arrives 12:00 Halfway between Lake Constance and the North Sea, the Rhine meets Mainz. This carnival city is known for its cheerful atmosphere and its hospitality. Why not go for a stroll along the tranquil riverbank or enjoy a good glass of local wine while you’re there? You could also visit the city’s main landmark: Saint Martin’s Cathedral. It boasts one of the richest church interiors in the Christian world. Another important building in Mainz is the Kurfürstliche Schloss (Electoral Palace). This is a prime example of the German Renaissance style of architecture. Mainz port guide Search cruises visiting Mainz

Mainz photo — Day 4 Nov 11, 2026 Mainz Arrives 12:00 Halfway between Lake Constance and the North Sea, the Rhine meets Mainz. This carnival city is known for its cheerful atmosphere and its hospitality. Why not go for a stroll along the tranquil riverbank or enjoy a good glass of local wine while you’re there? You could also visit the city’s main landmark: Saint Martin’s Cathedral. It boasts one of the richest church interiors in the Christian world. Another important building in Mainz is the Kurfürstliche Schloss (Electoral Palace). This is a prime example of the German Renaissance style of architecture. Mainz port guide Search cruises visiting Mainz

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 91-day span: $1,075 · range $1,075–$1,425

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

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Balcony

from $1,425

$356 / night

Fare rows

Double Cabin - Diamond Deck

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from $1,425

$356 / night

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Suite

from $1,625

$406 / night

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Junior Suite - Diamond Deck

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from $1,625

$406 / night

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Prices verified Jun 23, 2026

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Cabin grades

Oceanview

Lowest Oceanview 2BR Double Cabin - Ruby Deck 2BS Double Cabin - Emerald Deck

Balcony

Lowest Balcony $1,425 2BD Double Cabin - Diamond Deck $1,425

Suite

Lowest Suite $1,625 JSD Junior Suite - Diamond Deck $1,625 JSR Junior Suite - Ruby Deck

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Double Cabin - Diamond Deck	2BD	Oceanview
Double Cabin - Ruby Deck	2BR	Oceanview
Double Cabin - Emerald Deck	2BS	Oceanview
Junior Suite - Diamond Deck	JSD	Suite
Junior Suite - Ruby Deck	JSR	Suite
Beyond Suite - Diamond Deck	MSD	Suite
Suite - Diamond Deck	SUD	Suite
Suite - Ruby Deck	SUR	Suite
Unique Suite - Diamond Deck	USD	Suite

Ship

Your ship VIVA RUBY 4★ 80 guests Built **2002** Experience a journey filled with moments of relaxation, indulgence, and personalized service aboard the VIVA RUBY (formerly SWISS RUBY). Our lovingly renovated cultural ship has been shining in new splendor since 2025—modernized, elegant, and with great attention to detail. The 40 comfortable cabins, including eight newly designed suites on the top deck, offer the highest level of comfort and a stylish ambiance. The suites, in particular, impress with their spacious feel, modern design, and high-quality materials, ensuring an unparalleled travel experience. Enjoy the passing scenery from the sun deck—relaxed on a lounge chair with a refreshing drink in hand. Let our chefs pamper you with exquisite gourmet creations in the main restaurant and experience moments of pleasure for all the senses. In the Panorama Lounge, a cozy atmosphere with a magnificent view awaits you—ideal for winding down the day with a coffee or cocktail. Come aboard the VIVA RUBY and experience an unforgettable journey on a ship that perfectly combines exclusivity, comfort, and warm hospitality. The VIVA RUBY is the smallest ship in our fleet - and also one of the most exclusive. With space for a maximum of 80 guests, it offers a particularly personal and informal atmosphere on board. Following the extensive renovation in 2025, the ship has 40 comfortable outside double cabins, including 32 elegant double cabins on two decks and 8 spacious suites on the top deck. On the Diamond Deck, you will find cabins with French balconies from which you can enjoy the passing scenery from your bed. Each cabin is comfortably equipped with TV, radio, minibar, safe, hairdryer, air conditioning, shower and WC. You are warmly welcomed in the inviting entrance hall with reception. Directly adjacent is the stylish lounge with panorama bar and dance floor, which invites you to linger and socialize. On the Smaragd Deck, a small boutique invites you to browse and discover. The VIVA RUBY's restaurant offers culinary delights for all the senses - in a timelessly elegant ambience that invites you to linger and enjoy. VIVA RUBY ship guide Search cruises on VIVA RUBY

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