Winter Highlights on the Main

The Winter Highlights on the Main is a 4-night Europe cruise aboard VIVA RUBY, operated by VIVA Cruises. Departing Frankfurt on December 14, 2026, the voyage visits 4 ports. Fares start from $1,350 per person.

Length: 4 nights
Departs: Dec 14, 2026
Returns: Dec 18, 2026
Ports of call: 4

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$337 / night per person, incl. taxes & fees

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Itinerary

Day 1 Dec 14, 2026 Frankfurt Departs 16:00 ‘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 3 Dec 16, 2026 Wurzburg 09:30 – 17:00 7.5 hrs ashore The Bavarian city of Würzburg with its impressive buildings in Baroque and Rococo styles is definitely worth a visit. Below the Marienberg Fortress, which is well worth seeing, there are walking paths through the beautiful vineyards that stretch right down to the Main. This is where the good Franconian wine comes from in Bocksbeuteln. The Würzburg Residence is a special attraction, as is the monumental Käppele pilgrimage church. The cathedral and the striking old bridge over the Main are also special points of contact. The Haus zum Falken on the market square is built in Rococo and Gothic styles. Wurzburg port guide Search cruises visiting Wurzburg

Wurzburg photo — Day 3 Dec 16, 2026 Wurzburg 09:30 – 17:00 7.5 hrs ashore The Bavarian city of Würzburg with its impressive buildings in Baroque and Rococo styles is definitely worth a visit. Below the Marienberg Fortress, which is well worth seeing, there are walking paths through the beautiful vineyards that stretch right down to the Main. This is where the good Franconian wine comes from in Bocksbeuteln. The Würzburg Residence is a special attraction, as is the monumental Käppele pilgrimage church. The cathedral and the striking old bridge over the Main are also special points of contact. The Haus zum Falken on the market square is built in Rococo and Gothic styles. Wurzburg port guide Search cruises visiting Wurzburg

Day 4 Dec 17, 2026 Miltenberg 14:00 – 18:00 4.0 hrs ashore The lovely town of Miltenberg entered history as early as 1237 and soon achieved considerable prosperity. On the Main loop, the small town enchants with the most beautiful half-timbered houses, the famous gate tower "Schnatterloch" and with what is probably Germany's oldest inn. Wallenstein was already staying here. Stately half-timbered gables form the unmistakable backdrop of the medieval market square. The Mildenburg towers above the idyllic town on the mountain. Up to this point the Romans had advanced to the Main and secured the strategically important place with a fort.

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 48-day span: $1,350 · range $1,350–$1,350

Lower than 60% of peers This short-break sailing's from-price per night is lower than 60% of comparable sailings.

same cruise line, destination, duration, and departure window · from-price per night · as of Jun 22, 2026

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

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Oceanview

from $1,350

$337 / night

Fare rows

Double Cabin - Emerald Deck

Cabin grade

Available

from $1,350

$337 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Double Cabin - Ruby Deck

Cabin grade

Available

from $1,575

$393 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Balcony

from $1,495

$373 / night

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Double Cabin Aft - Ruby Deck

Cabin grade

Available

from $1,495

$373 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Double Cabin - Diamond Deck

Cabin grade

Available

from $1,625

$406 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Suite

from $1,695

$423 / night

Fare rows

Junior Suite - Ruby Deck

Cabin grade

Available

from $1,695

$423 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Junior Suite - Diamond Deck

Cabin grade

Available

from $1,825

$456 / night

per person · incl. taxes

Prices verified Jun 20, 2026

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Price history

30 days

Cabin grades

Oceanview

Lowest Oceanview $1,350 2BR Double Cabin - Ruby Deck $1,575 2BS Double Cabin - Emerald Deck $1,350

Balcony

Lowest Balcony $1,495 2BD Double Cabin - Diamond Deck $1,625 2BHR Double Cabin Aft - Ruby Deck $1,495

Suite

Lowest Suite $1,695 JSD Junior Suite - Diamond Deck $1,825 JSR Junior Suite - Ruby Deck $1,695

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Double Cabin Aft - Ruby Deck	2BHR	Balcony
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
Master 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 with the VIVA RUBY (formerly SWISS RUBY) a journey filled with feel-good moments and pleasure. On the premium ship you can fully relax. Enjoy the beautiful view from the sun deck while enjoying a drink on a deck chair. Let the chefs on board spoil you with gourmet meals in the main restaurant. In the panoramic lounge, you can comfortably enjoy your coffee or drink while watching the passing scenery. Come on an unforgettable journey with VIVA RUBY. The VIVA RUBY has 40 comfortable outside double cabins with room for 80 guests. On the diamond deck there are cabins with French balconies, through which you can enjoy the beautiful scenery from your bed. Each cabin is comfortably equipped with TV, radio, mini-bar, safe, hairdryer, air conditioning and shower and toilet. The entrance hall with the reception, as well as the inviting lounge with panoramic bar and dance floor can be found on the Diamant Deck. The boutique invites you to browse and store on the Emerald Deck. Enjoyment for all the senses offers the ship's restaurant with its timeless elegant style, which invites you to linger. VIVA RUBY ship guide Search cruises on VIVA RUBY

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