Culinary Cruise France - A Taste of Normandy

About This Cruise

All the highlights at a glance:

Exclusive wine pairings, curated by Master of Wine Romana Echensperger
Atmospheric entertainment featuring local artists on board
Private classical organ recital in the historic setting of Rouen
Guided tour through Rouen’s historic old town along the Vieux Marché
Paris: A ride in a Citroën to Montmartre
Visit to the Château de Chantilly with its unique art treasures and masterpieces
Tour of the Ferme des Ruelles—a charming 17th-century cider farm

An exclusive culinary journey through France

Experience France with all your senses—on our exclusive culinary journey departing from Paris in cooperation with our partner Falstaff. This special journey takes you to picturesque destinations along the Seine: from the capital, Paris, through Les Andelys, Rouen, Caudebec, and Conflans, and back to Paris.

Both on board and ashore, a true feast for the palate awaits you: enjoy exquisite tastings, themed samplings, and culinary highlights that bring together the best of French cuisine. Whether it’s fine wines, artisanal cheese specialties, or sophisticated menus—each stop brings new discoveries.

Travel through one of Europe’s most fascinating regions in a stylish setting and with the utmost comfort. Let yourself be captivated by the exclusivity of this culinary journey and experience France in a way you won’t soon forget.

Type

River, Luxury

Ship

VIVA BEYOND

Departure Date

8 December 2026

Cruise Line

VIVA Cruises

Duration

5 Nights

Select Your Cabin Type

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Overview

All the highlights at a glance:

Exclusive wine pairings, curated by Master of Wine Romana Echensperger
Atmospheric entertainment featuring local artists on board
Private classical organ recital in the historic setting of Rouen
Guided tour through Rouen’s historic old town along the Vieux Marché
Paris: A ride in a Citroën to Montmartre
Visit to the Château de Chantilly with its unique art treasures and masterpieces
Tour of the Ferme des Ruelles—a charming 17th-century cider farm

An exclusive culinary journey through France

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Suite

Beyond Suite

30 m²
Diamond Deck
Exclusive excursion for Beyond Suites guests
VIVA All-Inclusive

EQUIPMENT:

Signature excursion
Exclusive excursion for Beyond Suites guests
Breakfast in the cabin
Small culinary treats
Best Table Choice (MOMENTS Restaurant & VIVA's Bistro)
Aperitif with captain and hotel manager
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)
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 access
Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
Bathroom with shower
SPA bathrobe and slippers
Rain shower
Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed
Location on the top passenger deck

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Suite

21 m²
Ruby Deck
Priority embarkation (1 hour before check-in)
VIVA All-Inclusive

EQUIPMENT:

Signature excursion
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)
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 access
Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
Bathroom with shower
SPA bathrobe and slippers
Rain shower
Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed

Suite

Junior Suite Diamond Deck

18 m²
Diamond Deck
Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes
VIVA All-Inclusive

EQUIPMENT:

Signature excursion
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
Nespresso® machine
Hair dryer
Free WLAN access
Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
Bathroom with shower
Rain shower
Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed
Location on the top passenger deck

Suite

Junior Suite Ruby Deck

18 m²
Ruby Deck
Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes
VIVA All-Inclusive

EQUIPMENT:

Signature excursion
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
Nespresso® machine
Hair dryer
Free WLAN access
Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
Bathroom with shower
Rain shower
Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed

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Outside

Double Cabin Diamond Deck

16 m²
Diamond Deck
Two single beds (set apart on request)
VIVA All-Inclusive

EQUIPMENT:

Signature excursion
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 access
Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
Bathroom with shower
Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed
Location on the top passenger deck

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Outside

Double Cabin Ruby Deck

14 m²
Ruby Deck
Two single beds (set apart on request)
VIVA All-Inclusive

EQUIPMENT:

Signature excursion
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 access
Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
Bathroom with shower
Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed

Outside

Double Cabin Emerald Deck

14 m²
Emerald Deck
Two single beds (set apart on request)
VIVA All-Inclusive

EQUIPMENT:

Signature excursion
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
Hair dryer
Free WLAN access
Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
Bathroom with shower
Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed

international

Riverside Restaurant

The RIVERSIDE Restaurant is the main restaurant at VIVA BEYOND. It’s a place where we treat you to international gourmet cuisine. For lunch and dinner, we offer multi-course menus to choose from.

fine

Moments Restaurant

At MOMENTS, you’ll enjoy Michelin-star-level fine dining—a journey through the world of flavors, characterized by refined compositions and served in a stylish setting at the stern of the ship.