European river cruise operator, VIVA Cruises, has officially launched in Australia with the appointment of Australia’s leading boutique cruise specialist, Cruise Traveller, as its exclusive representative here. To mark the new partnership, Cruise Traveller is offering free cabin upgrades on selected sailings next year on bookings made by October 11, 2026.
Headquartered in Germany and owned by Swiss shipping company, Scylla AG, VIVA Cruises has quickly grown into one of Europe’s leading river cruise brands, with nine contemporary, premium river ships accommodating from 80 to 190 guests offering all-inclusive journeys along Europe’s most beautiful waterways.
Cruise Traveller Managing Director, Joe O’Sullivan, said VIVA Cruises offered Australians an inviting blend of relaxed and friendly service, premium comfort and extremely competitive pricing in Australian dollars, with fares including beverages, locally sourced cuisine paired with regional wines, Wi-Fi, gratuities and two shore excursions per sailing.
“At Cruise Traveller, we’re passionate about sharing boutique journeys on water with Australians and the unique experiences and itineraries VIVA Crises offers across Europe are exactly what we specialise in,” Mr O’Sullivan said. “We’re excited to introduce this innovative brand to the Australian market with affordable packages and product that allow guests to relish the charm and grace of Europe from its storied rivers.”
Special launch offer – Complimentary cabin upgrades
Make a new booking before October 11, 2026, on selected VIVA Cruises sailings aboard the vessels VIVA MOMENTS, VIVA TIARA or VIVA TWO departing in July and August, 2027, and receive a free cabin upgrade from an Emerald Deck Double Cabin with window to a Ruby Deck Double with French balcony, or from a Ruby Deck Double with French balcony to a French balcony Double Cabin on the next deck up, Diamond Deck.
One of the selected cruises for the complimentary upgrade is a seven-night cruise on the Danube River aboard VIVA TIARA, round-trip from Passau in Germany, on August 11, 2027, embracing the vineyards of the Wachau Valley, the imperial splendour of Vienna, enchanting Budapest in Hungary, the medieval streets of Bratislava in Slovakia and the iconic Benedictine Abbey in Melk, Austria.
The cruise on August 11, 2027, is available from A$3395 per person, twin-share, for a Double Cabin with window on Emerald Deck, with a free upgrade to a French balcony Double Cabin on Ruby Deck. Fares including onboard beverages and mini bar, Wi-Fi, gratuities and two shore excursions per person per sailing. Book with Cruise Traveller by October 11, 2026. Subject to availability and conditions apply.
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