VIVA Cruises introduces brand new river cruises from Berlin to Stralsund, ending in Copenhagen
In 2026 European river cruise specialist, VIVA Cruises, will be introducing exclusive journeys on VIVA RUBY departing from Berlin for the first time, with a unique three-day stay in Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen.
Prices start at just £2,695 per person including VIVA’s signature All-Inclusive product.
The elevated, stylish ship, VIVA RUBY, will set sail on four dates in July and August 2026 for ten-day journeys via Oranienburg (Germany), Szczecin, Usedom (Poland) and Wolgast towards the UNESCO World Heritage site of Stralsund (Germany). Guests will then travel via special transfer to Copenhagen for a three-day city trip, staying in a 4-star design hotel.
The price includes: the ferry crossing from Germany to Denmark, onward transfer to Copenhagen and breakfast at the hotel in Copenhagen. There is also a city pass for unlimited travel on buses, trains, metro and entry into world famous attractions such as the Tivoli Gardens.
Exceptional travel experience
VIVA RUBY has been fully modernised and accommodates up to 80 guests. “Our cultural ship, VIVA RUBY, now reflects our modern design aesthetic after extensive renovations and is clearly recognisable as part of the VIVA Cruises fleet,” explains Andrea Kruse, CEO of VIVA Cruises.
As part of the modernisation, eight new suites have been added – all with French balconies – offering an elevated experience.
“This new combination of river cruise and city trip highlights our commitment to offering VIVA Cruises guests an exceptional travel experience,” says Andrea Kruse. UK guests will benefit from convenient flight connections to both Berlin and Copenhagen.
The new VIVA RUBY itineraries will feature VIVA Cruises’ All-Inclusive product, which includes high tea, gourmet menus served in a choice of up to three restaurants, high-quality alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, minibar, beauty products from cosmetic brand, Rituals, Wi-Fi and all tips and gratuities.
Please visit Beautiful Copenhagen for more details on the ten-day itinerary which departs Berlin on July 4, July 18, August 1 and August 15, 2026.
(VIVA Cruises introduces brand new river cruises from Berlin to Stralsund, ending in Copenhagen)

