- VIVA Cruises offers a selection of last-minute river cruise holidays across Europe for departures from August to October 2026.
- The ‘Perfect Summer Voyage’ collection spans the Seine, Rhône and Douro rivers with all-inclusive experiences.
- Notable itineraries include seven-night cruises on the Seine, Douro and Rhône, with prices ranging from €1695 to €3750.
- The all-inclusive package comprises meals, premium drinks, High Tea, a replenished minibar, and Wi-Fi.
- Michelle Daniels confirmed the cruises are selected to provide a quality experience despite water level challenges on some rivers.
VIVA Cruises has highlighted a selection of last-minute river cruise holidays across Europe, with departures available from August to October 2026. The ‘Perfect Summer Voyage’ collection spans a variety of European rivers, including the Seine, Rhône and Douro. The company’s all-inclusive experience includes all meals, flexible dining across up to three restaurants, and a selection of premium drinks including wine, spirits and cocktails. Guests also enjoy complimentary High Tea once per voyage, a daily replenished minibar and Nespresso coffee machine in their cabin, a welcome bottle of prosecco, Rituals toiletries, plus Wi-Fi and gratuities included.
Highlights include a seven-night ‘Pure Culture Along the Seine’ aboard VIVA BEYOND, departing in August and October, with prices from €1895. A seven-night ‘Treasures of the Douro’ cruise on PORTO MIRANTE departs in August, September and October, with prices from €2350. The seven-night ‘Whispers of the Rhône’ on VIVA VOYAGE departs in August, September and October, with prices from €1695. An eight-night ‘Culinary Cruise Portugal – Wine & Pleasure’ cruise on PORTO MIRANTE departs October 6, with prices from €3750. An additional seven-night ‘Rhône Reverie: Arles’ cruise on VIVA VOYAGE departs in September, with prices from €1795.
Michelle Daniels, director of sales, at VIVA Cruises, shared that with water levels creating challenges on some European rivers, the company has carefully selected summer journeys where guests can still enjoy the relaxed pace, scenery and experiences that make river cruising appealing. She added that for travellers looking to get away this summer, these departures offer an ideal opportunity to secure a last-minute escape without compromising on quality or choice. A full list of itineraries is available online.
