--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 770ca4ec-b572-479b-b421-6f3912d5324b slug: 2279425 voyage_code: RUBY84 cruise_line: VIVA Cruises ship: VIVA RUBY departure_date: return_date: nights: 7 embarkation_port: Hamburg disembarkation_port: Dusseldorf starting_price_usd: 3175.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T07:43:36Z --- # Port Metropolis & Rhine City > VIVA Cruises · VIVA RUBY · May 25 – Jun 1   (7 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | VIVA Cruises | | **Ship** | VIVA RUBY | | **Duration** | 7 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Hamburg | | **Disembarkation Port** | Dusseldorf | | **Starting Price** | 3,175 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | RUBY84 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Hamburg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Hamburg is a port city on the Alster, which is a tributary of the Elbe. It is also one of the three new federal states since the reunification of Germany. The Hamburg fish market is a popular tourist magnet. The Reeperbahn is one of the city's most popular attractions. In the Panoptikum, a wax museum, visitors can get very close to their stars. The Speicherstadt offers cafes, museums and smaller canals. The Elbphilharmonie is a "cultural monument for everyone" and is located on the banks of the ... ### Day 2: Geesthacht **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The small town of Geesthacht is located directly on the banks of the Elbe, north of Hamburg. It has its own lock on which you can walk from one side of the Elbe to the other. But also numerous sights for such a small city. Geesthacht has the Theklahaus and the Besenhoster ruins in the nature reserve. There is also a small half-timbered church in the city center. In the oldest house in town there is a museum and the tourist information office. There are also many small restaurants and rustic bars... ### Day 2: Lüneburg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 3: Brunswick **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 4: Minden **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 5: Minden **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 5: Münster **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 6: Münster **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 PM ### Day 7: Herne **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 7: Duisburg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 8: Dusseldorf **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Düsseldorf is an independent city that is one of the major cities in North Rhine-Westphalia. As the state capital, it houses the state parliament and is an important location for the media world. The MedienHafen with its impressive and architecturally extraordinary buildings, cafés and restaurants makes this clear. The old town and the Königsallee are very popular with tourists and locals alike. The Rhine Tower is a landmark of the city of Düsseldorf. The Rhine bridge and promenade are a pop... ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $3,175 | ## Ship Information ### VIVA RUBY 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. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 88 | | Crew | 23 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 262.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 44 | ## Ports of Call ### Hamburg *Coordinates: 53.5534, 9.9922* Hamburg is a port city on the Alster, which is a tributary of the Elbe. It is also one of the three new federal states since the reunification of Germany. The Hamburg fish market is a popular tourist magnet. The Reeperbahn is one of the city's most popular attractions. In the Panoptikum, a wax museum, visitors can get very close to their stars. The Speicherstadt offers cafes, museums and smaller c... ### Geesthacht *Coordinates: 53.438, 10.3612* The small town of Geesthacht is located directly on the banks of the Elbe, north of Hamburg. It has its own lock on which you can walk from one side of the Elbe to the other. But also numerous sights for such a small city. Geesthacht has the Theklahaus and the Besenhoster ruins in the nature reserve. There is also a small half-timbered church in the city center. In the oldest house in town there i... ### Lüneburg ### Brunswick ### Minden ### Münster ### Herne ### Duisburg *Coordinates: 51.4344, 6.76233* ### Dusseldorf *Coordinates: 51.2249, 6.77565* Düsseldorf is an independent city that is one of the major cities in North Rhine-Westphalia. As the state capital, it houses the state parliament and is an important location for the media world. The MedienHafen with its impressive and architecturally extraordinary buildings, cafés and restaurants makes this clear. The old town and the Königsallee are very popular with tourists and locals alike... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2279425 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2279425 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2279425.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2279425/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/viva-cruises/viva-ruby/other/76942.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 07:43:36 UTC