Rhine River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Viva Tiara, 4 Nights
About Rhine River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Viva Tiara, 4 Nights
A 4-night, 5-day Rhine River cruise aboard the Viva Tiara. Fly from Istanbul to Frankfurt with Turkish Airlines; on arrival, transfer to the port and board the ship. The ship calls at Speyer, Strasbourg and Mainz in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Frankfurt; Day 2 Speyer; Day 3 Strasbourg; Day 4 Mainz; Day 5 Frankfurt – Istanbul. Cabin options: Main Deck Outside Cabin, 2nd Deck French Balcony Cabin, 3rd Deck French Balcony Cabin. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 20 December 2026. Prices start at €1,199 per person. Included in the price: 4 nights aboard the ship in the selected cabin category; full-board meals on board; round-trip flights with Turkish Airlines.
Departure Dates
20 - 24 December 2026 — €1.199 (≈₺68.400)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Frankfurt
Flight from Istanbul to Frankfurt on Turkish Airlines flight TK1591 (12:45); upon arrival, transfer to the port, embarkation, and cabin check-in. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 2 — Speyer
The ship docks at Speyer port at 07:30. Excursion around Heidelberg Castle and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.
Day 3 — Strasbourg
Stop at the port of Strasbourg. Sightseeing around Rohan Palace and free time during the day. Overnight on board.
Day 4 — Mainz
The ship docks at Mainz port at 12:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are arranged for those interested. Overnight on board.
Day 5 — Frankfurt – Istanbul
Free time around Frankfurt after breakfast; transfer to the airport and return to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1592.
Places to Visit
Speyer
Strasbourg
Mainz
Frankfurt
What’s Included
4 nights onboard accommodation in the selected cabin category
Full board meals on board
Round-trip flights with Turkish Airlines
What’s Not Included
All optional excursions to be organized by the ship or guide
International departure tax
Schengen visa
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does the Rhine River cruise with Viva Tiara take?
The tour is 4 nights 5 days.
Which ports does the ship visit?
Speyer, Strasbourg, Mainz respectively.
Which ship operates this tour?
Aboard the Viva Tiara ship.
Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?
Fly with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul to Frankfurt; upon arrival, transfer to the port to embark on the cruise ship; return is also by flight.
What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?
Departure dates: December 20, 2026. Price starts from €1,199 per person.
What cabin types are available?
Standard Outside Cabin Deck 1 (base price), French Balcony Cabin Deck 2 (+€300), French Balcony Cabin Deck 3 (+€400). The difference is per person.
What is included in the price?
4 nights onboard accommodation in the selected cabin category; Full board meals onboard; Round-trip flights with Turkish Airlines.
What is not included in the price?
All optional excursions organized by the ship or guide; International departure fee; Schengen visa.
Is a visa required?
Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.