Culinary Delights Of Normandy
About This Cruise
An unparalleled variety, aesthetic, and preparation: French cuisine is admired around the world and holds a unique reputation. Quality and pleasure are deeply ingrained in the culinary culture of the land of Haute Cuisine. Join us and dive right in!
Experience the culinary treasures of France up close – from the sophisticated creations of Michelin-starred chefs to the simple yet delicious regional specialties. Whether it's a fragrant baguette straight from the bakery, a creamy Camembert from Normandy, or a beautifully presented Coq au Vin, each dish tells a story and reflects the French passion for food.
Explore with us the diverse regional flavors: the Provence region delights with its Mediterranean herbs, Brittany offers the taste of fresh seafood, and Burgundy invites you to indulge in fine wines and hearty meat dishes. Market strolls, wine tastings, and cooking classes offer deep insights into French food culture and traditional preparation techniques.
Our journey is an invitation not just to taste, but to indulge all your senses. Learn how to prepare French classics yourself and be inspired by the passion with which the French cook. This trip will be a true feast for the senses – full of flavors, colors, and stories.
Look forward to your included VIVA Signature excursion – Les Andelys: Château Gaillard & Farm Visit
Type
River, Luxury
Ship
VIVA BEYOND
Departure Date
25 October 2026
Cruise Line
VIVA Cruises
Duration
7 Nights
Select Your Cabin Type
Call Us at 01 6874149Overview
An unparalleled variety, aesthetic, and preparation: French cuisine is admired around the world and holds a unique reputation. Quality and pleasure are deeply ingrained in the culinary culture of the land of Haute Cuisine. Join us and dive right in!
Experience the culinary treasures of France up close – from the sophisticated creations of Michelin-starred chefs to the simple yet delicious regional specialties. Whether it's a fragrant baguette straight from the bakery, a creamy Camembert from Normandy, or a beautifully presented Coq au Vin, each dish tells a story and reflects the French passion for food.
Explore with us the diverse regional flavors: the Provence region delights with its Mediterranean herbs, Brittany offers the taste of fresh seafood, and Burgundy invites you to indulge in fine wines and hearty meat dishes. Market strolls, wine tastings, and cooking classes offer deep insights into French food culture and traditional preparation techniques.
Our journey is an invitation not just to taste, but to indulge all your senses. Learn how to prepare French classics yourself and be inspired by the passion with which the French cook. This trip will be a true feast for the senses – full of flavors, colors, and stories.
Look forward to your included VIVA Signature excursion – Les Andelys: Château Gaillard & Farm Visit
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
Brasserie Restaurant
VIVA’s Brasserie" in the forward section of the VIVA BEYOND offers an alternative to the main restaurant with classic dishes for dinner.
Panorama Lounge
The Panorama Lounge invites you to relax and unwind.
Reception
During your river cruise, the reception is open around the clock for you and the staff is always happy to assist you with any concerns or requests.
Wellness area
In the spacious wellness and fitness area, modern exercise equipment and soothing massage and spa treatments await you.
Fitness Center
Fitness Center with treadmill, exercise bike, rowing machine, and dumbbells