Royal Waterways

Overview

Rhine, Main & Danube — A Grand European Journey

Few river journeys can rival this — a sweeping voyage along three of Europe's greatest waterways, the Rhine, Main and Danube, connecting iconic cities, timeless landscapes and centuries of history in one remarkable itinerary.
Your adventure begins in Amsterdam, a city of golden-age elegance where canal reflections, world-class museums and an irresistibly vibrant street life set the tone for the journey ahead.

Heading south, Koblenz marks one of the Rhine's most dramatic moments — the Deutsches Eck, where the Rhine meets the Moselle, overlooked by the formidable Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and a beautifully preserved medieval old town. In Mainz, half-timbered facades, a towering Romanesque cathedral and the celebrated Gutenberg Museum tell the story of a city that helped shape the modern world.

Würzburg captivates with its exuberant baroque character — none more so than the Prince-Bishop's Residenz, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of breathtaking scale and grandeur. Nuremberg follows, its imperial castle and centuries-old craft traditions conjuring a vivid sense of medieval Germany, while Regensburg — another UNESCO treasure — charms with its ancient Stone Bridge and one of Central Europe's most intact historic centres.

At the confluence of three rivers, Passau surprises with its unexpected Italian character: sun-warmed piazzas, soaring churches and a geography unlike anywhere else on the route.

The Danube then carries you to Vienna, Europe's imperial showpiece. Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, legendary coffee houses and an unrivalled musical heritage make this one of the continent's truly unmissable cities. Across the border, Bratislava offers a compelling contrast — baroque streetscapes giving way to a confident, contemporary energy.
The journey reaches its magnificent conclusion in Budapest, where the grand sweep of Parliament, the elegant Chain Bridge and a spa culture rooted deep in history make for a finale that genuinely lives up to the build-up.

This is river cruising at its most ambitious — culture, history and natural beauty woven together across three countries and two thousand years of European civilisation.

What's Included

• Flight from UK to Amsterdam
• 14 Nights Cruise on Board of the VIVA ENJOY
• Free Upgrade to Balcony Cabin
• All Meals included including drinks at the bar
• Daily freshly stocked minibar and reusable water bottle in the cabin
• Selected beauty products from RITUALS
• Free WLAN on board - for undisturbed reception
• Tips for the entire crew
• Flight back from Budapest to UK

Highlights

• Start your cruise in vibrant Amsterdam, famous for its canals and art scene
• Discover the Deutsches Eck in Koblenz, where the Rhine meets the Moselle
• Explore the cathedral and Gutenberg heritage of Mainz
• Visit Würzburg and its UNESCO-listed Residence
• Experience medieval charm in Nuremberg with its Imperial Castle
• Wander the preserved old town of Regensburg and admire the Stone Bridge
• Discover Passau, the “City of Three Rivers”
• Enjoy imperial grandeur in Vienna, home to Schönbrunn Palace and St. Stephen’s Cathedral
• Explore the baroque-meets-modern charm of Bratislava
• Conclude in spectacular Budapest, with Parliament, Chain Bridge and thermal spa culture
• Scenic cruising along the legendary Rhine, Main and Danube rivers
• A perfect blend of culture, UNESCO heritage, architecture and natural beauty