Scenic Cruises Luxury River Cruises in Europe

Danube Christmas Markets
7 Nights - Budapest to Nuremberg
Scenic Amber

Discover magical Christmas markets on this festive cruise along the River Danube through Germany, Austria and Hungary. Includes shore excursions, return flights from the UK, butler service, complimentary drinks and all gratuities 2021 - Nov, Dec 2022 - Nov, Dec Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Dutch Sights and Belgian Delights
7 Nights - Amsterdam and Back
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See the iconic windmills of Kinderdijk, colourful Keukenhof Gardens and well-preserved Belgian medieval cities on this cruise through Holland and Belgium. Includes shore excursions, return flights or Eurostar from the UK, butler service, complimentary drinks and all gratuities 2021 - Apr, May 2022 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Gems of the Danube
7 Nights - Budapest to Nuremberg
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Explore well-preserved villages, impressive capital cities and see magnificent architecture on this all-inclusive cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg. Includes shore excursions, return flights from the UK, butler service, complimentary drinks and all gratuities 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct 2022 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Rhine Highlights
7 Nights - Amsterdam to Basel
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Discover the natural and historical treasures of Germany on this all-inclusive luxury cruise from Amsterdam to Basel in Switzerland. Includes shore excursions, return flights from the UK or Eurostar, butler service and all gratuities 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct 2022 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Delightful Douro
7 Nights - Porto and Back
Scenic Azure

Journey along Portugal's beautiful River Douro and discover charming Portuguese villages and the Douro Valley's famous wine growing regions on this all-inclusive cruise from Porto with visits to elegant Lamego and the Spanish city of Salamanca 2021 - Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov 2022 - Apr, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov Save up to £1200 per couple and FREE private door-to-door transfers!

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Bordeaux Affair
7 Nights - Bordeaux and Back
Scenic Diamond

From impressive chateaux to opulent architecture and verdant vineyards, this 7-night all-inclusive river cruise is the perfect way to explore the famous wine growing region of Bordeaux. Includes travel package from the UK, unique shore excursions and complimentary drinks 2021 - May, Jun, Aug, Sep 2022 - Apr, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Enchanting Rhone
7 Nights - Lyon to Tarascon
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Sample the gastronomic delights, fine wines and see the magnificent architecture of the Beaujolais region on this luxury, all inclusive cruise. Includes shore excursions, return flights or Eurostar from the UK, butler service and complimentary drinks 2021 - May, Aug, Sep 2022 - Apr, Jul, Aug, Sep Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Highlights of Normandy and the Seine
7 Nights - Paris and Back
Scenic Gem

Explore magnificent châteaux, discover quaint sea side towns and admire the sights that have inspired renowned artists for years on this luxury, all-inclusive 7-night cruise along the sensational Seine River from the glittering lights of Paris 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Aug, Sep 2022 - Apr, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Black Sea Explorer
8 Nights - Budapest to Bucharest
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All-inclusive voyage from Budapest through Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria towards the legendary Black Sea ending with a hotel stay in Bucharest. Includes return flights from the UK, shore excursions, butler service, complimentary drinks and gratuities on board 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct 2022 - Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Gems of the Seine
10 Nights - Paris and Back
Scenic Gem

Explore the historic city of Rouen, charming port of Honfleur and Claude Monet's house and gardens in Giverny, and enjoy a two-night stop in Paris on this superb holiday along the Seine. Includes shore excursions, return flights or Eurostar from the UK, complimentary drinks and all gratuities 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct 2022 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Bordeaux Wine Region
10 Nights - Bordeaux and Back
Scenic Diamond

Sample the best wines of the Medoc and Bordeaux, taste the local gastronomic delights and visit historic chateaux on this all-inclusive river cruise. Includes shore excursions, travel package from the UK, butler service, complimentary drinks and gratuities 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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South of France
10 Nights - Lyon and Back
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Journey through the South of France and taste the outstanding delicacies in Lyon, the food capital of France, see the iconic sights of Avignon and admire the beauty of Arles on this 10-night all-inclusive cruise along the beautiful Saone and Rhone rivers 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct 2022 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Jewels of Europe
14 Nights - Amsterdam to Budapest
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Discover the cultural and historical highlights of Europe along the legendary Rhine and Danube rivers on this 14-night all-inclusive luxury river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest, with return flights from the UK, butler service, all gratuities and a choice of superb included shore excursions 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov 2022 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Unforgettable Douro
10 Nights - Porto and Back
Scenic Azure

Discover sleepy Portuguese villages and the Douro Valley's famous wine growing regions on this superb voyage from Porto along the sun-drenched River Douro on Scenic Azure. Includes shore excursions, return flights from the UK, butler service and all gratuities 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct 2022 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Romantic Rhine and Moselle
14 Nights - Amsterdam to Basel
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A unique 14-night all-inclusive cruise along the scenic River Rhine from Amsterdam to Basel past fairytale castles rising high above terraced vineyards. Includes shore excursions, return flights from the UK or Eurostar, butler service and all gratuities 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct 2022 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Imperial Russia
14 Nights - Moscow to Stalingrad (Volgograd)
Scenic Tsar

Explore cultural monuments and historical towns as you sail majestic Russian waterways from the fascinating city of Moscow on this spectacular luxury river cruise. Includes shore excursions, return flights from the UK and all gratuities. 2021 - Sep 2022 - Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Danube Delta Discovery
15 Nights - Vienna to Bucharest
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Enjoy this Danube to Black Sea cruise from Vienna right to the Danube Delta. Explore the fascinating cities of Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest, visit beautiful Croatia and cruise through the magnificent Iron Gates. With shore excursions, return flights from the UK, Scenic Enrich experiences, butler service, complimentary drinks and all gratuities 2021 - Apr 2022 - Mar, Apr, Sep, Oct Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Unforgettable Douro with Lisbon
13 Nights - Lisbon to Porto
Scenic Azure

Enjoy a hotel stay in Lisbon and a luxurious voyage along the River Douro showcasing the region's celebrated flavours on custom-built Scenic Azure. Includes shore excursions, return flights from the UK, butler service, complimentary drinks and all gratuities 2021 - Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct 2022 - Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Russian Jewels
14 Nights - St Petersburg to Moscow
Scenic Tsar

Sail the majestic Russian waterways on this 14-night luxury cruise from St. Petersburg to Moscow, exploring the intriguing cities and unique towns of Russia. Includes shore excursions, return flights from the UK and all gratuities. 2021 - May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep 2022 - May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep Save up to £1500 per couple PLUS free private door-to-door transfers!

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Spacious, luxury ships

Scenic ships are amongst the newest on the rivers of Europe, with the ambience of a contemporary five star boutique hotel and just 112-169 guests.

Two complete decks of full-size balconies offer exceptional personal space, and all cabins include premium toiletries, soft bathrobes, unique 'Slumber Beds', complimentary mini-bar and Wi-Fi access.

Every cabin features personal butler service - regardless of cabin grade, and the best crew to passenger ratio in Europe means outstanding personal service.

Public spaces are impressive and luxurious, with Port Laurent marble in the Panorama Lounge and hand-picked art lining the walls. Relax in the River Cafe or on the spacious sun deck and watch the beautiful scenery glide by.

With an irrisistible selection of onboard dining venues, passengers will be spoiled for choice. Try Portobello's Italian Restaurant, the elegant Crystal Dining Restaurant, the informal River Cafe, or the Riverview Terrace.

Complimentary drinks at any time

Scenic Tours offer complimentary spirits, beers, European and international wines, cocktails, soft drinks, mineral water, coffee and tea wherever and whenever you like, throughout the ship.

Choice of included shore excursions

Choose from a range of included shore activities in every port, or explore independently with Scenic Tailormade - a GPS guided tour system.

No hidden extras

All Scenic packages include tipping, port changes, transfers and airport taxes, as well as complimentary onboard WiFi.

Scenic River Cruise Ships

European ships

Scenic Azure, built 2016: The luxurious Scenic Azure carries just 96 passengers and is specially designed to sail the River Douro.

Scenic Jasper, Opal and Amber, built 2015/16: These ships feature large private balconies, each with the Scenic 'Sun Lounge' and a superb choice of restaurants including Portobellos and the elegant Crystal Dining Restaurant. With at least one crew member for every three guests, excellent service is provided on board.

Scenic Gem, built 2014: With just 126 guests, Scenic Gem is designed for River Seine cruising and has external balconies with the 'Sun Lounge' feature.

Scenic Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Ruby and Pearl, refurbished 2013: Each ship has two decks of cabins with external balconies, each with the ingenious 'Sun Lounge', where a touch of a button transforms your entire sit-on balcony into a sun lounge (except Scenic Emerald, which sails on the River Rhone). The refurbishment means that all five ships meet the same exacting standards of luxury.

Scenic Crystal, Jewel and Jade, built 2012/13: These ships feature the external balconies on two decks, each with the ingenious 'Sun Lounge'.

Luxury all included

Discover a selection of dining options included, along with all onboard drinks, all day, every day. The only exceptions are a very small number of rare, fine and vintage wines, champagnes and spirits.

Butler service for all guests

Your private butler is there to ensure every moment you're with on board is an absolute pleasure. Guests on the Moselle Deck receive the traditional butler service which includes a complimentary drinks service, and valet and shoeshine services. In addition to the traditional Butler Service, Rhine Deck guests can start each day with early morning tea and coffee served in your suite, and should you wish, your butler will be more than happy to arrange cocktails with friends. As well as the services above, guests on the Danube Deck can enjoy breakfast served in the privacy of their suite, a complimentary pressing service for two items per day at no extra cost, and an exclusive invitation to share in a true gastronomical highlight; a degustation menu at Table La Rive.

Choice of cabins

Balcony Suites

Private Balcony Suites are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europe's rivers and offer modern and elegant furnishings; with superior queen-size Scenic 'Slumber Beds', HDTV, individual climate control, pillow menu, a safe, a nightly turndown service and complimentary mini-bar and WiFi. The en-suite bathrooms come complete with exclusive L'Occitane toiletries and super-soft luxury bathrobes and slippers. There are a number of staterooms on the Moselle Deck without balconies. Instead they feature large picture windows.

Deluxe Balcony Suites

The newest ships, Scenic Crystal, Scenic Jewel and Scenic Gem, offer the additional choice of a spacious Deluxe Balcony Suite. These suites offer all the features of the private Balcony Suites, with even more space to relax.

Junior Suites

Junior Suites are a spacious 250 square feet and open out to a private full-length balcony. The elegant en-suite bathrooms feature a large vanity basin, bathtub and shower over the bath.

Royal Suites

Royal Suites and Royal Panorama Suites are the ultimate in luxury at 300-325 square feet. They benefit from an outdoor balcony with exclusive Scenic 'Sun Lounge', comfortable lounge area and a luxurious oversized bathroom. In 2014, the new ship Scenic Gem will feature a Royal One Bedroom Suite at 455 square feet. Royal Suite guests enjoy a private airport chauffeur service in selected locations in Europe. Upon arrival, exchange your luggage for a complimentary bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne, while you leave your butler to unpack. Enjoy full room service throughout the cruise, complimentary mini-bar, an unlimited laundry and pressing service, and even a scented bath drawn upon your request.

Scenic - Dining and Amenities

Wherever you go on board there’s plenty of room and you’ll be delighted to find lots of light and airy places to pass the time without feeling cramped or crowded.

Scenic “Space-Ships” are in a class of their own, from the spacious decks and lounges to the classic interior design and custom-made furnishings. No detail has been overlooked, from the crisp white jackets worn by your waiters to the specialty tea station displaying a wide selection of refreshing blends. Everything is in place to satisfy your sense of luxury and comfort. And the professional crew is always there with a friendly smile and discreet service.

Fine Dining

Your five star river voyage experience also extends to meal times.

The choice of onboard dining venues are all complimentary, from the casual and relaxed atmosphere of the River Café to the elegance of Portobellos Italian Restaurant and al fresco dining on the Riverview Terrace. Off-ship the dining experiences are often set in spectacular or historic settings such as Marksburg Castle, and range from unique delicious dinners to intimate home-cooked specialities.

Crystal Dining Restaurant
The Crystal Dining Restaurant caters for all guests to dine at a single sitting with open seating, to sit with friends or share an intimate meal. At breakfast, enjoy an enticing buffet and cooked-to-order hot favourites. At lunch choose from generous buffets or a beautifully prepared à la carte menu. In the evening, your Maitre d' welcomes you to enjoy a delicious meal created by our award-winning chefs.

Portobellos Italian Restaurant
Portobellos Restaurant offers traditional Italian cuisine to a select group of just thirty guests, perfectly located at the front of the ship, taking full advantage of the spectacular views. Experience a delicious five-course menu complimented by exceptional wines, handpicked by our sommelier.

Al Fresco Dining on Riverview Terrace
The Riverview Terrace affords a wonderful view of the ever-changing scenery. If the weather permits, the terrace is transformed into an outdoor restaurant where you can enjoy a cool drink and sizzling gourmet barbecue. The time honoured tradition of high tea is another exclusive highlight - enjoy cream tea, sweet petit fours, finger sandwiches, and a wonderful selection of fine loose leaf teas.

River Cafe and Gelati Bar
Open between breakfast and dinner, River Café offers delicious sandwiches or even the perennial favourite, freshly prepared fish and chips. If you prefer something sweet, there's a choice of refreshing, delicious ice creams from our Gelati Bar, or a superb selection of tartlets, croissants, cakes, strudels and chocolates. New in 2014 is the addition of custom-built pizza ovens.

In-Suite Dining
Depending on cabin category, you can enjoy the added benefit of in-suite dining options like breakfast served in suite, fresh seasonal fruit skewers, or petit fours delivered each afternoon and canapés before dinner. If you are a Royal Suite guest, enjoy in suite dining whenever it suits you.

Table La Rive
Available to Royal and Junior Suite guests and all guests on the Danube Deck, this degustation menu showcases sensational seasonal produce, which are then paired skillfully with international and local wines by your sommelier.

Dinner attire is casual - open neck shirt and trousers for men. Jackets and ties may be worn but are not required. The Captain's Welcome and Farewell Dinners are dressy but not formal.

Entertainment

Throughout the day you can participate in a wide range of included shore excursions, or simply admire the outstanding views from your own private balcony.

Choose from a range of included activities with our Scenic FreeChoice programme - you could visit the Black Forest, cycle in the Rhine Valley or learn about the wines of the Alsace region. You can also explore independently with Scenic Tailormade, our GPS guided tour system.

On many evenings the best of the local culture is brought to you when guest musicians and entertainers come aboard.

Currency, amenities and smoking

Onboard, you'll also find a wellness centre and gift shop. All purchases onboard are charged to your shipboard account. The onboard currency is the Euro.

All these ships are non-smoking indoors and on balconies.