MS Vivienne – Premium Bike & barge ship on the Danube
The MS Vivienne is a stylish premium bike and barge ship that combines an active cycling holiday with the comfort of a river cruise. During your Danube bike and barge holiday, you cycle along some of the most beautiful sections of the Danube while your comfortable cabin, luggage and all the amenities of the ship travel with you.
The MS Vivienne operates on selected Danube cycling cruises between Passau and Budapest, taking you through Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. Along the way, you can explore highlights such as the Schlögen Bend, the Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest.
Comfortable accommodation on board
After a day of cycling, return to the comfort of the MS Vivienne. The ship offers spacious outside cabins with a private bathroom, air conditioning, television and hairdryer.
Relax on the spacious sun deck, enjoy the views from the panoramic lounge or have a drink at the bar. In the restaurant, you can enjoy a variety of international and regional dishes during your stay.
Cycling and cruising on the Danube
One of the biggest advantages of a bike and barge holiday is that you don’t have to change hotels every day. Your luggage stays on board while you explore the Danube by bike.
The cycling routes generally follow the Danube Cycle Path, with relatively flat stages suitable for recreational cyclists. If you prefer to take a day off from cycling, you can simply stay on board and enjoy the scenery from the sun deck.
Highlights of the MS Vivienne
- Premium bike and barge ship on the Danube
- Spacious outside cabins with private bathroom
- Air conditioning, TV and hairdryer in the cabins
- Spacious sun deck
- Panoramic lounge and bar
- Restaurant serving international and regional cuisine
- Full-board service
- Ideal combination of cycling and river cruising
- Used for selected Danube bike and barge tours between Passau and Budapest
Our bike and barge tour with the MS Vivienne
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Danube Premium bike and barge tour from Passau to Budapest – Danube Walz
- 8 days
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Exterior of the MS Vivienne
Comfort and facilities on board
On board the MS Vivienne, you’ll find everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing bike and barge tour on the Danube. The ship features a stylish panoramic restaurant, a panoramic lounge with bar, a cosy library, a boutique and a spacious, partly covered sun deck with comfortable loungers. Wi-Fi is available on board for an additional local charge; connection quality may vary depending on your location along the river.
Lounge and Library
The panoramic lounge is furnished with comfortable club chairs and light-coloured sofas and, together with the cosy bar, forms the welcoming heart of the MS Vivienne. It is the perfect place to unwind after a day of cycling on your Danube bike and barge tour. Pick up a book from the library, enjoy a drink at the bar or simply relax while watching the beautiful river scenery pass by.
Sun Deck
The spacious, partly covered sun deck is the perfect place to relax after a day of cycling along the Danube. Sit back in a comfortable lounger, enjoy a glass of wine and take in the ever-changing scenery. As the landscape slowly passes by, the river becomes your own natural cinema.
Panoramic Restaurant & Bar
In the bright and elegant panoramic restaurant, you can enjoy a culinary journey through the countries along the Danube. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served with beautiful views over the river, allowing you to enjoy the scenery while dining.
After a day of cycling and sightseeing, the panoramic bar is the perfect place to unwind, enjoy a drink and share your experiences with fellow travellers. It is an ideal way to end another memorable day on your Danube bike and barge holiday.
Cabins and Decks
The 73 outside cabins on the MS Vivienne are spacious, bright and modern, ranging from 15 to 30 m². Designed with comfort and space in mind, they offer a standard comparable to a first-class hotel room. All cabins feature a double bed, which can also be separated into two single beds, as well as a private bathroom, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, safe and individually adjustable air conditioning.
The suites offer extra space and a prime position on board, with beautiful views of the passing river scenery. They also feature a minibar and coffee machine, available at an additional charge.
Standard Cabin – Main Deck (15 m²)
Located on the main deck, these cabins feature a raised window that cannot be opened. The double bed can be separated into two single beds.
Comfort Cabin – Middle Deck (15 m²)
Located on the middle deck, these cabins feature a large panoramic window that cannot be opened. The double bed can be separated into two single beds.
Superior Cabin – Middle/Upper Deck (15 m²)
Located on the middle and upper decks, these cabins feature a French balcony, allowing you to enjoy the views and fresh air during your Danube bike and barge tour. The double bed can be separated into two single beds.
Junior Suite – Upper Deck (22 m²)
Located on the upper deck, the Junior Suites feature a French balcony and offer additional space and comfort. They also include a minibar and coffee machine, available at an additional charge.
Master Suite – Upper Deck (30 m²)
The Master Suite is the most spacious accommodation on board the MS Vivienne. It features a separate seating area, French balcony, minibar and coffee machine, available at an additional charge.
Photo Gallery – MS Vivienne Cabins
Take a look at the different MS Vivienne cabins and suites and get an impression of the accommodation on board your Danube bike and barge tour.
Cabin numbers are never part of the travel agreement. If you have a preference for a specific cabin, we are happy to note your request when making the booking, although we cannot guarantee a particular cabin number.
The photos show the general level of comfort and style of the cabins on board the MS Vivienne. As the ship features different cabin types and minor variations in layout, your assigned cabin may look slightly different from the photos, while always meeting the same quality and comfort standards.
MS Vivienne Deck Plan
View the MS Vivienne deck plan here to see the layout of the ship, including the different decks, cabins and onboard facilities.
Culinary dining on board
Culinary enjoyment is an important part of the experience on board the MS Vivienne. In the bright and elegant panoramic restaurant, you can enjoy a selection of dishes inspired by the countries along the Danube. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served on board, allowing you to relax and enjoy your meals while taking in the changing river scenery.
After dinner, the panoramic bar is the perfect place to enjoy a drink and chat with fellow travellers, while the landscape outside slowly transforms into the warm colours of the evening.
Danube Bike and Barge Tour: Passau – Budapest – Passau
The MS Vivienne is an ideal ship for a premium Danube bike and barge tour between Passau and Budapest. During the day, you cycle along the Danube through the beautiful Wachau Valley, past vineyards and historic towns, and discover highlights such as Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest. In the evening, you return to the ship to relax and enjoy its comfortable facilities, excellent cuisine and welcoming atmosphere.
With its spacious cabins, stylish interior, panoramic restaurant and attentive service, the MS Vivienne offers a comfortable way to experience a bike and barge holiday on the Danube. It is an excellent choice for travellers who want to combine active cycling with the comfort of a premium river cruise.
Technical Specifications – MS Vivienne
| Feature | Information |
|---|---|
| Year built | 2000 (renovated in 2020) |
| Flag | Malta (Valletta) |
| Length | 110 metres |
| Width | 11.40 metres |
| Draft | 1.60 metres |
| Decks | 2.5 |
| Number of cabins | 73 outside cabins |
| Maximum capacity | 146 passengers |
| Crew | Approximately 40 |
| Classification | Premium 4-star |
| Type | Classic river cruise ship |
Practical information on board
Here are some useful things to know before your Danube bike and barge tour on the MS Vivienne:
- Meals: All guests dine together in the panoramic restaurant. Full board includes a breakfast buffet, a packed lunch for cyclists, dinner with a choice of menu options, and coffee or tea with a snack in the afternoon.
- Dietary requirements: Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free meals are available. Please let us know your dietary requirements at least 3 weeks before departure so that the kitchen can make the necessary preparations.
- Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is available in certain areas of the ship, including the reception and lounge, for an additional local charge. Connection quality may vary depending on the section of the river.
- Smoking: The entire ship is non-smoking, including the cabins and restaurant. Smoking is only permitted on the designated smoking area of the sun deck.
- Pets: Pets are not permitted on board.
- Dress code: There is no formal dress code. Comfortable, casual clothing is perfectly suitable. For an occasional gala dinner, some guests choose to dress a little more formally.
- Drinks: Drinks packages can be booked per cabin. Bringing your own drinks on board and consuming them in the communal areas is not permitted.
- Gratuities: A gratuity of approximately €7–9 per person per day is customary. At the end of the trip, you can leave the gratuity in the envelope provided in your cabin and hand it in at reception.
FAQ about the MS Vivienne
The MS Vivienne is a premium 4-star river cruise ship, fully renovated in 2020. With 73 spacious outside cabins ranging from 15 to 30 m², the ship offers comfortable accommodation for your Danube bike and barge tour.
On board, you can enjoy a panoramic restaurant, panoramic lounge with bar, library and spacious sun deck. The MS Vivienne is used for Danube bike and barge holidays between Passau and Budapest, combining active cycling with the comfort of a premium river cruise.
Yes, all 73 cabins on the MS Vivienne are outside cabins with natural daylight. The cabins on the main and middle decks have a non-opening window, while the Superior cabins and suites on the middle and upper decks feature a French balcony.
There are five cabin categories on the MS Vivienne: Standard cabins on the main deck; Comfort cabins on the middle deck; Superior cabins on the middle and upper decks with a French balcony; Junior Suites on the upper deck, measuring 22 m² and featuring a French balcony; and Master Suites on the upper deck, measuring 30 m² and offering a separate seating area and French balcony.
Yes, Wi-Fi is available on board the MS Vivienne. It is available for an additional local charge, and connection speed and reliability may vary depending on the section of the river.
Each cabin features a double bed that can be separated into two single beds, a private bathroom, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, safe and individually adjustable air conditioning. The suites also feature a minibar and coffee machine, available at an additional charge.
The MS Vivienne sails the Passau – Budapest – Passau route along the Danube, combining cycling and river cruising through the Wachau Valley, historic Danube cities and Budapest. Discover this Danube bike and barge tour here.
Yes. As with Travel2Move’s other bike and barge tours, you cycle independently and at your own pace, with clear route descriptions provided. A guided cycling tour is only available on request.
Yes, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free meals are available. Please let us know your dietary requirements at least 3 weeks before departure so that the kitchen can make the necessary arrangements.
No, pets are not allowed on board. Smoking is only permitted on the sun deck, in the designated smoking area. The rest of the ship, including the cabins and restaurant, is non-smoking.
