Elbe Cruise with VIVA Ruby

A warm welcome aboard VIVA Cruises! The German tour operator was founded in Düsseldorf in 2018 and has been steadily expanding its fleet and range of destinations ever since.

VIVA Cruises stands for premium holidays on Europe’s most beautiful rivers. Passengers enjoy a comprehensive all-inclusive package on board the high-quality ships.

Under the motto “Enjoy the moment”, VIVA Cruises delights guests with high-quality culinary experiences, a high level of comfort and a friendly, international atmosphere.

For an even more exclusive experience, the tour operator also offers the VIVA Boutique style of travel, currently available on two ships. The VIVA Beyond and VIVA Unique offer a very special atmosphere and excellent facilities, complementing the river cruise experience.

• Commissioning: 2002
• Renovation: 2025
• Registered in: Switzerland
• Length: 80 meters
• Decks: 3
• Number of passengers: 80 passengers
• Number of staterooms: 40
• Crew: approx. 23
• Languages spoken on board: English, German
• Currency on board: €
• Internet: Wi-Fi (free of charge)
• Smoking: In designated areas on the outdoor decks

On board the VIVA Ruby, you can choose from three different cabin categories.

The outside staterooms with windows are located on the lowest deck. The window is a very comfortable size, allowing plenty of natural light into the stateroom and enabling you to enjoy the scenery. However, the window cannot be opened.

On the deck above are the approx. 13 sqm outside staterooms with French balconies, as well as the spacious suites measuring approx. 18-20 sqm.

All cabins are air-conditioned and feature a television, radio, complimentary minibar, safe and hairdryer. Furthermore, every cabin and suite has its own en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet.

On VIVA Cruises’ ships, you can enjoy an international yet friendly atmosphere, thanks to the manageable number of passengers and the multilingual staff on board.

With its cosy décor, the VIVA Ruby exudes a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Guests quickly feel at home here and are greeted by the friendly crew.

On board the VIVA Ruby, you’ll dine in the stylish RIVERSIDE restaurant. The dishes on offer are prepared with a focus on high quality and locally sourced ingredients.

A comprehensive breakfast buffet is available. Multi-course menus are served at lunch and dinner.

Meal times are flexible and there are no fixed seating arrangements, so you are free to choose your favourite spot, whether on your own or with fellow passengers.

The Panorama Salon with bar is the central meeting place at the bow of the ship. In this cosy lounge, you can watch the passing scenery in the shelter of the weather during the day or play a game of cards. In the evenings, there is live music and a dance floor is available.

You can unwind on the sun loungers on the sun deck and relax in complete peace and quiet. You can cleverly combine further wellness or sports activities with your shore excursions.

The VIVA Ruby is ideal for a peaceful river cruise. The oldest ship in the fleet has been beautifully refurbished and has a very warm and welcoming atmosphere. For travellers looking for a bit more variety in the cuisine and on-board facilities, we recommend the newer ships in the VIVA Cruises fleet.