--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: a095b0dc-cbb4-4bbc-b0e8-3f5f013a15c4 slug: 2279508 voyage_code: MOME07 cruise_line: VIVA Cruises ship: VIVA MOMENTS departure_date: return_date: nights: 12 embarkation_port: Vienna disembarkation_port: Basel starting_price_usd: 7150.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-07-16T04:39:50Z --- # Vienna to Basel: A Fairytale in Summer Light > VIVA Cruises · VIVA MOMENTS · Jun 22 – Jul 4, 2027   (12 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | VIVA Cruises | | **Ship** | VIVA MOMENTS | | **Duration** | 12 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Vienna | | **Disembarkation Port** | Basel | | **Starting Price** | 7,150 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | MOME07 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Vienna **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:59 PM Vienna is the capital of Austria and at the same time one of the federal states. The city on the Danube exudes the charm of the former imperial couple Franz Joseph I and Elisabeth, known as Sissi. The once splendidly built Schönbrunn Palace was the home of the Empress and can still be visited today. The beautiful garden and the adjacent zoo are one of the city's many highlights. A visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral, Café Sacher and the Prater amusement park are part of every stay in Vienna. ### Day 2: Dürnstein **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 AM The small town is part of the Lower Austrian cultural landscape of Wachau, is located directly on the Danube and is surrounded by vineyards. Those arriving by ship have a beautiful view of the two main attractions of Dürnstein: The ruins of the Kuenringerburg towering high above the city, in which Richard the Lionheart was held for several months in 1192/93, and the Dürnstein monastery. The latter is a monastery of the Augustinian Canons which was closed at the end of the 18th century and is kno... ### Day 2: Melk **Arrives:** 02:00 PM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Melk has acquired a nice name: The gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic city on the Danube will see Melk Abbey very early on, towering high above the river. This is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and is well worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive baroque ensemble has been looked after by the monks of the Benedictine order since 1089. Culture, faith and science come together in the splendid rooms of the monastery. ### Day 3: Passau **Arrives:** 01:00 PM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Passau is known as a three-river city and is the first port on the Danube that is navigable by cruise ships. From here the big tours via Vienna, Bratislava and down to the Black Sea start. But the city itself also has a lot to offer, such as the opera house, the Ilz, a small river that is great for hiking, or St. Stephen's Cathedral and the old town hall. A visit to the Passau Glass Museum is particularly recommended, if you want to turn your back on the city, you can go to the Mariahilf pilgrim... ### Day 4: Regensburg **Arrives:** 12:30 PM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM The breath of almost 2000 years can be felt in Regensburg. Spared from the destruction of past wars, the city on the Danube invites you to look and be amazed. The past was preserved here in a particularly impressive way. The medieval cityscape of the former free imperial city is characterized by numerous patrician buildings and residential towers from the 13th and 14th centuries. The stone bridge and the "Porta Praetoria" are particularly worth seeing. Anyone who wants to experience history is i... ### Day 5: Nuremberg **Arrives:** 03:00 PM · **Departs:** 09:00 PM Nuremberg is an independent city in Bavaria, which is not far from Fürth. You can still see the medieval architecture that runs through the entire city. The old city walls and the imperial castle tell of days long gone. Nuremberg is famous for its Christmas market. The Christ Child heralds the advent and Christmas market time. The classic Christmas stollen is world famous and a real treat. Numerous museums such as the Albrecht Dürer House or the Toy Museum are popular sights in the city. ### Day 6: Bamberg **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 01:30 PM ### Day 7: Wurzburg **Arrives:** 12:00 PM · **Departs:** 09:30 PM 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 sp... ### Day 8: Wertheim **Arrives:** 02:00 PM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM The small town of Wertheim is located where the Tauber River meets the Main. Magnificent half-timbered buildings shape the marketplace. The parish church, which dates from the Gothic era, is one of the sights of the village. The Counts of Wertheim, who ruled here from the 15th to the 18th century, found their final resting place in the interior. Other tourist attractions include the glass museum and a stately castle that sits enthroned on a mountain high above the city. ### Day 9: Frankfurt **Arrives:** 01:30 PM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM Frankfurt am Main is a banking city with numerous skyscrapers in the city center, which can be seen from afar. The Main invites you to visit special destinations with excursion boats. The Römer is the town hall in the historic center of Frankfurt. Here on the Römerberg there are picturesque rows Half-timbered houses next to each other, some of which have only recently been reconstructed. Also nearby are the house where Goethe was born, the Goethe House, and the Paulskirche as a memorial to the b... ### Day 10: Ludwigsburg **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 02:00 PM ### Day 11: Strasbourg **Arrives:** 05:00 AM · **Departs:** 10:00 PM 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... ### Day 12: Breisach **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 01:30 PM ### Day 12: Basel **Arrives:** 09:30 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 13: Basel **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $7,150 | | Balcony | $8,095 | | Suite | $8,995 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Double Cabin - Emerald Deck** (Code: 2BS) 16 m² Emerald Deck Window (cannot be opened) VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Two single beds (set apart on request) Window (cannot be opened) Table and two armchairs Beauty products from RITUALS® 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Nespresso® machine ... ### Balcony Cabins **Double Cabin - Ruby Deck** (Code: 2BR) 16 m² Ruby Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Two single beds (set apart on request) French balcony Table and two armchairs Beauty products from RITUALS® 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Nespresso® machine Hair dryer Free WLAN acc... **Double Cabin - Diamond Deck** (Code: 2BD) 16 m² Diamond Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Two single beds (set apart on request) French balcony Table and two armchairs. Beauty products from RITUALS® 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Nespresso® machine Hair dryer Free WLAN... ### Suite Cabins **Junior Suite - Ruby Deck** (Code: JSR) 19 m² Ruby Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes French balcony Two single beds (set apart on request) Table and two armchairs Beauty products from RITUALS® 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Nespr... **Suite - Diamond Deck** (Code: SUD) 24 m² Diamond Deck Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Priority embarkation (1 hour before check-in) Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes 50 EUR laundry credit (per cabin) Two single beds (set apart on request) Walk-on balcony Table and two armchairs B... **Junior Suite - Diamond Deck** (Code: JSD) 19 m² Diamond Deck French balcony VIVA All-Inclusive EQUIPMENT: Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes French balcony Two single beds (set apart on request) Table and two armchairs Beauty products from RITUALS® 32" LED TV Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily Ne... ## Ship Information ### VIVA MOMENTS Enter the VIVA MOMENTS and let yourself be enchanted by the elegant atmosphere. Here you can fully relax, on the VIVA MOMENTS every wish will be fulfilled. Indulge in a gourmet meal in the main restaurant or in the bistro and enjoy a drink in the panoramic lounge after dinner. Marvel at the passing scenery while golfing on the deck or while relaxing in the whirlpool. For the more active guests, rental bicycles are available for you to explore the landscape individually. Come on an unforgettable journey with the VIVA MOMENTS. The VIVA MOMENTS invites with 88 cabins up to 176 passengers on feel-good moments on board. On the Diamond Deck there are four stylish balcony suites, which with 24 m² size and a walk-out balcony invite you to enjoy the beautiful view. On the Diamond Deck, as well as on the Ruby Deck, there are 19 m² Junior Suites, which have a French balcony. The main part of the cabins is made up by 2-bed cabins with 16 m² size. These have French balconies on the Diamond and Ruby decks and non-opening windows on the Emerald deck. All cabins are perfectly equipped with flat screen TV, included mini-bar, Nespresso® machine, Beauty products from RITUALS®, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning, shower and toilet. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 176 | | Crew | 48 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 442.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 88 | ## Ports of Call ### Vienna *Coordinates: 48.2092, 16.3728* Vienna is the capital of Austria and at the same time one of the federal states. The city on the Danube exudes the charm of the former imperial couple Franz Joseph I and Elisabeth, known as Sissi. The once splendidly built Schönbrunn Palace was the home of the Empress and can still be visited today. The beautiful garden and the adjacent zoo are one of the city's many highlights. A visit to St. Ste... ### Dürnstein *Coordinates: 48.3955, 15.5202* The small town is part of the Lower Austrian cultural landscape of Wachau, is located directly on the Danube and is surrounded by vineyards. Those arriving by ship have a beautiful view of the two main attractions of Dürnstein: The ruins of the Kuenringerburg towering high above the city, in which Richard the Lionheart was held for several months in 1192/93, and the Dürnstein monastery. The latter... ### Melk *Coordinates: 48.2265, 15.35* Melk has acquired a nice name: The gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic city on the Danube will see Melk Abbey very early on, towering high above the river. This is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and is well worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive baroque ensemble has been looked after by the monks of the Benedictine order since 1089. Culture, faith and science come ... ### Passau *Coordinates: 48.5735, 13.4639* Passau is known as a three-river city and is the first port on the Danube that is navigable by cruise ships. From here the big tours via Vienna, Bratislava and down to the Black Sea start. But the city itself also has a lot to offer, such as the opera house, the Ilz, a small river that is great for hiking, or St. Stephen's Cathedral and the old town hall. A visit to the Passau Glass Museum is part... ### Regensburg *Coordinates: 49.0165, 12.1009* The breath of almost 2000 years can be felt in Regensburg. Spared from the destruction of past wars, the city on the Danube invites you to look and be amazed. The past was preserved here in a particularly impressive way. The medieval cityscape of the former free imperial city is characterized by numerous patrician buildings and residential towers from the 13th and 14th centuries. The stone bridge ... ### Nuremberg *Coordinates: 49.4505, 11.0805* Nuremberg is an independent city in Bavaria, which is not far from Fürth. You can still see the medieval architecture that runs through the entire city. The old city walls and the imperial castle tell of days long gone. Nuremberg is famous for its Christmas market. The Christ Child heralds the advent and Christmas market time. The classic Christmas stollen is world famous and a real treat. Numerou... ### Bamberg *Coordinates: 49.8942, 10.8855* ### Wurzburg *Coordinates: 49.7943, 9.92749* 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 monum... ### Wertheim *Coordinates: 49.7586, 9.51285* The small town of Wertheim is located where the Tauber River meets the Main. Magnificent half-timbered buildings shape the marketplace. The parish church, which dates from the Gothic era, is one of the sights of the village. The Counts of Wertheim, who ruled here from the 15th to the 18th century, found their final resting place in the interior. Other tourist attractions include the glass museum a... ### Frankfurt *Coordinates: 50.1115, 8.68051* Frankfurt am Main is a banking city with numerous skyscrapers in the city center, which can be seen from afar. The Main invites you to visit special destinations with excursion boats. The Römer is the town hall in the historic center of Frankfurt. Here on the Römerberg there are picturesque rows Half-timbered houses next to each other, some of which have only recently been reconstructed. Also near... ### Ludwigsburg *Coordinates: 48.8941, 9.19546* ### Strasbourg *Coordinates: 48.5829, 7.74375* 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 t... ### Breisach *Coordinates: 48.032, 7.57847* ### Basel *Coordinates: 47.5596, 7.58061* ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2279508 - **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/2279508 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2279508.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2279508/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/viva-cruises/viva-moments/ship/77575.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-07-16 04:39:50 UTC