As the in-house river cruise brand of Swiss shipping giant Scylla AG (which builds and operates luxury river vessels for Tauck and Phoenix Reisen), VIVA Cruises entered the European river cruising market with a modern, fresh philosophy. Their custom-built flagship, VIVA TWO, debuted on the Danube River with an architectural layout designed around light woods, natural textiles, three inclusive dining venues, and a relaxed, all-inclusive luxury concept tailored for contemporary travelers.

The custom-built flagship VIVA TWO sailing past historic vineyards along the scenic Danube River.

Stateroom Breakdown: VIVA TWO Suites vs. Balcony Cabins

Accommodating 190 guests in 95 outward-facing staterooms, VIVA TWO offers exceptional comfort across all decks. For travelers weighing their accommodation options, here is how the premier Suites compare to standard balcony staterooms:

1. The VIVA TWO Suite (24 m² / 258 sq. ft.)

Located in prime midship positions on the upper Diamond Deck, the eight Suites represent the pinnacle of VIVA TWO's accommodation offerings:

• Walk-Out Veranda: Features floor-to-ceiling glass sliding doors opening onto a private walk-out French veranda with outdoor seating.
• Separate Living Salon: Spacious lounge area with a comfortable designer sofa, armchair, coffee table, and flat-screen smart TV.
• River-Facing Bedding: Plush king or twin hotel-grade bedding oriented toward the river for morning sunrise views.
• Complimentary Minibar & Coffee: In-suite Nespresso coffee machine with daily capsules, and a minibar replenished daily with beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks.
• Luxury Bathroom: Daylight bathroom with walk-in glass rain shower, double vanity, heated towel rails, plush bathrobes, slippers, and premium Rituals amenities.

VIVA TWO Suites feature 24 square meters of contemporary living space, walk-out verandas, and daily minibar refills.

2. Diamond & Ruby Deck Balcony Cabins (15 m² / 161 sq. ft.)

Representing the majority of staterooms onboard, the Balcony Cabins on the Diamond and Ruby decks are masterpieces of space efficiency:

• Drop-Down Panoramic Window: Features an electrically operated French balcony window where the upper glass pane lowers smoothly at the touch of a button, transforming your entire stateroom into an open-air river balcony.
• Smart Layout: Built-in wardrobes, vanity desk with illuminated mirror, flat-screen TV, personal safe, and individually controlled climate systems.
• En-Suite Facilities: Modern glass-enclosed shower, beauty mirror, Rituals cosmetics, and hairdryer.

Ruby Deck Balcony cabins feature 15 m² of smart design and automated drop-down panoramic French windows.

Head-to-Head Comparison: VIVA TWO Accommodations

Three Inclusive Dining Venues: Culinary Freedom

The greatest hallmark of VIVA TWO is its dining variety. While most river cruisers restrict guests to one banquet-style dining room, VIVA TWO provides three distinct culinary venues included in your cruise tariff:

1. Riverside Restaurant (Main Restaurant)

The main restaurant spans two levels forward, offering open-seating breakfast buffets, multi-course gourmet lunches, and refined five-course dinners featuring international and regional European cuisine paired with sommelier-selected wines.

Riverside Restaurant offers flexible open seating and five-course European gourmet dinners.

2. MOMENTS Restaurant (Mediterranean Specialty)

Located midship, MOMENTS is an intimate specialty restaurant celebrating Mediterranean flavors. Guests savor homemade pastas, risottos, fresh seafood, and Italian cured specialties paired with regional Italian and Austrian vintages in a warm, romantic bistro setting.

MOMENTS specialty restaurant serves authentic Mediterranean dishes paired with fine regional wines.

3. VIVA's Bistro (Aft Casual Asian Fusion)

Perched aft on the Diamond Deck with 180-degree wake views, VIVA's Bistro provides a relaxed, casual alternative serving gourmet Asian fusion dishes, dim sum, sushi rolls, and noodle bowls alongside craft beers.

VIVA's Bistro offers casual Asian fusion dining with panoramic views of the ship's churning wake.

VIVA All-Inclusive: Cocktails, Wellness & Sun Deck Plunge Pool

VIVA's "All-Inclusive" concept ensures that you never encounter hidden bar bills. Throughout the ship, from the panoramic lounge bar to outdoor sun decks, guests enjoy complimentary sparkling wine, craft cocktails, German and Austrian draft beers, house spirits, and specialty coffees all day long.

The forward panoramic lounge bar serves included cocktails, premium wines, and live evening music.

Up on the Sun Deck, guests unwind in comfortable shaded cabanas and a heated outdoor whirlpool plunge pool. The ship also features a wellness center with an infrared sauna, steam bath, and fitness gym equipped with treadmills and cycling gear.

The Sun Deck features a heated outdoor whirlpool plunge pool and shaded sun loungers.

Iconic Itineraries: Danube & Rhine

VIVA TWO cruises the legendary Danube River roundtrip from Passau, taking in Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, and the Wachau Valley wine region. Meanwhile, sister ship VIVA ONE navigates the romantic Rhine through the UNESCO Middle Rhine Gorge past the Lorelei rock and riverside castles.

Experience breathtaking scenery through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge and romantic castle country.

Sail past illuminated capitals like Budapest and Vienna on classic Danube River voyages.

Frequently Asked Questions About VIVA Cruises