The difference is Scenic river cruising
Experience our European River Cruises for a one in a lifetime, all-inclusive luxury experience that inspires and thrills.
We’ll take you to all the must-see highlights. You’ll also discover the hidden gems of Europe and experience moments that recreate the wonder of years past.
It begins the instant we transport you from the airport to your luxury floating hotel. Your butler opens your suite door to luxury, world-class dining and unlimited top-shelf beverages. And that’s even before you embark on your unforgettable voyage.
On a European River Cruise with Scenic, there are moments of wonder around every bend.
There are so many wonderful moments waiting to be uncovered across beautiful and historically rich Europe, and Scenic’s handcrafted journeys are designed to do exactly that.
These majestic waterways span a varied and spectacular region with so much to offer - from timeless villages that preserve traditions most other regions have lost, to spectacular cities and architectural masterworks.
From rivers that flow through some of the world’s most serene settings to dramatic snow-covered peaks that take your breath away, our European River Cruises bring the Europe of your imagination to life. Looking to travel this year? A range of 2016 river cruising itineraries are still available.
Beyond all-inclusive luxury
From the moment you step on board you'll be spoilt for choice. You'll enjoy the ultimate in all-inclusive luxury every moment of the day.
- Luxuriously appointed suites with a queen-size Scenic Slumber Bed, complimentary menu, mini bar, L’Occitane amenities and Mac mini infotainment system
- A choice of up to six dining options, from casual dining at River Café, to a six course dégustation menu at Table La Rive
- Scenic Sun Lounges - All-weather private balconies ensure you won’t miss a minute of the sublime scenery. The world opens up at the touch of a button.
- Unlimited complimentary beverages, as well as an in-suite mini bar and 24 hour in-suite room service
- Scenic Sundowners - Specially arranged and exclusive cocktail events in spectacular settings, where you’ll get the chance to cap off a wonderful day’s exploration in the company of newfound friends
- A butler for each and every guest, available for requests that range from salon appointments^ and shoe-shining to meals served in your suite
- On board entertainment that showcases regional cultures throughout your journey of discovery
- Scenic FreeChoice - Choose the exclusive sightseeing activities that interest you, and that move at your pace
- Scenic Enrich - Handpicked experiences, exclusive to Scenic guests, that you’ll remember fondly for years to come, from exclusive private concerts in magnificent surrounds, to specially arranged meals where you can enjoy the warm hospitality of the locals
- Scenic Tailormade - A personal GPS-guided tour system that curates the best of what Europe has to offer, on and off the ship
- Wi-Fi Internet with streaming to your Mac mini infotainment system via your in-suite TV, enabling you to stay connected in comfort
- Wellness centre, providing hair, massage and beauty treatments^
- Personal airport transfers for any arrival or departure time
- All tips and gratuities
^ Treatments are at an additional cost
Discovering countless treasures
The entire continent is at your feet. Our European River Cruises will lead you from one magical moment moment to another.
Wherever you find yourself, you'll be escorted through your exploration of all Europe’s greatest marvels. Not only will you benefit from the expertise of local guides, all Scenic Freechoice, Enrich and Sundowner activities are fully escorted. In addition, your Scenic Tailormade GPS device gives you the best choices of destinations to explore. So you can make every day of your cruise as different and astonishing as the last.
Our e-bikes (electronically assisted bicycles) give you the freedom to get out and about. See even more of Europe without breaking a sweat.
Scenic Freechoice
These are hand-selected activities for you to choose from and enjoy at a pace that suits you. Which narrow cobblestone path through an ancient village will you choose to follow? Will you Shop with a Chef at a local market, or explore the home of a local artist?
You could visit the impressive Ehrenbretistein Fortress along the beautiful Rhine River. With Scenic Freechoice, the option is yours, and dependant on your own interests and preferences. From history to culture, food to nature, there's something for everyone.
Scenic Enrich
These are experiences that offer once-in-a-lifetime multi-sensory moments that are completely inaccessible to the ordinary traveller. Enjoy a gourmet dinner in a castle, followed by a classical concert, or one of our exclusively created Scenic shows in Salzburg. Dine with a local family or listen in wonder as a master winemaker shares the secrets of their family vineyard.
You could take in an exclusive tour and private concert in the Palace of Rastatt on the Moselle River. Whatever Enrich experience awaits you on our European River Cruises, you can look forward to an exclusive and enthralling event that you’ll cherish for years to come.
Scenic Sundowners
Bespoke cocktail events for Scenic guests to toast the day’s end in remarkable locations across Europe.
What could be better than ending a remarkable day by sharing your experiences with friends against a truly idyllic backdrop such as the Danube River? That certainly calls for a toast.
Scenic Tailormade
Our Scenic Tailormade GPS devices guide you through your own personal excursion on shore, and offer absorbing commentary on major points of interest while you’re on board. Map out the perfect route for a fanatical foodie’s walk, or spend an afternoon exploring ancient architectural treasures.
You’ll find Scenic Tailormade invaluable and it always knows the story of where you are.
A 5-star floating hotel
Cruising with Scenic is quite simply, the indulgence of a lifetime. With each new generation of Scenic Space-Ship, we continue to provide experiences that are beyond exceptional.
From the moment you step on board, you’ll be spoilt for choice and can look forward to a wide array of luxuries. From our bubbling vitality pool, to suites that are the largest of any river cruise ship.
On board you’ll have full access to a wellness area, complete with massage services and a hair salon, a gym, special on board entertainment, Wi-Fi internet, e-bikes and of course luxuriously appointed suites to retire to at the end of the day. Every aspect of the ship’s design has been considered at length. For instance, the Riverview Terrace at the front of the Sun Deck is sunken on most days – an innovation that allows you to access it even when passing under low bridges.
Join us for a river cruise in 2017 and take advantage of amazing Earlybird offers. Luxury, space and views - they're all included.
Cruising the Danube is a complete change of pace. In fact, at one point, as Budapest’s Hungarian Parliament rose to greet us out of the morning mist, time actually stood still, just long enough for me to catch my breath.
Ray, 64
Destination: Budapest, Hungary
N 47° 29’ , E 19° 03’
A magical day on board
This morning you awake more rested than you’ve felt in years, wrapped snuggly in lavish Egyptian cotton linen.Your queen-size Scenic Slumber Bed has provided you with just the sleep you needed, and you find yourself eager to embrace new adventures and experiences. At the touch of a button you request your personal butler to pour your morning coffee, freshly brewed, while you take in the glorious vista. Welcome to another wonderful day.
Suddenly, the Scenic Tailormade device on the table buzzes, and informs you that you’re outside the delightful Austrian town of Melk. It describes in vivid detail the charming scene unfolding before you. In fact, it’s almost as if you’re in a living museum, and the picturesque scene on the bank opposite is a real life exhibit.
While you sit down to enjoy baked pastries at River Café, the ship quietly docks in the city’s port. Today, you have two Scenic Freechoice options. Do you wish to explore the magnificent Baroque architecture of the Benedictine Abbey? Or are you feeling energetic enough for a guided e-bike tour from Melk to Dürnstein, where you’ll get the chance to sample the region’s incredibly fresh apricots? Either way, you can look forward to a unique and thoroughly involving experience while your Scenic Tailormade device keeps you informed on the multitude of seminal landmarks you pass along the way.
After a day of exploration, you return to hear that Scenic Sundowners is about to begin. Today’s cocktail reception takes place in the stunning Wachau Valley, where you get to watch the sun set on idyllic rolling vineyards as you share a glass of wine with the friends you’ve made on your journey. As night falls on your Scenic Space-Ship you can look forward to a sumptuous meal. In fact, tonight is special because you’ve dining in Portobellos, one of the ship’s premier dining venues, for an unforgettable five course Italian dining experience. To top it off, your magnificent meal will feature a fine regional wine, specially selected for the occasion.
Our Earlybird Offers are ending soon
It's your last chance to get the best possible offers for 2017. There has never been a better time to discover the grand waterways of Europe on board one of our luxurious Scenic Space-Ships.
Earlybird offers expire 30 September 2016
Flights Included
Book a Standard Suite on a cruise of 11 days or longer year round and receive Included Flights and taxes to Europe.*
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Fly for $995
Book any Balcony Suite on a cruise of 11 days or longer travelling from April to September.*
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Business Class from $3,995
Book a Diamond Deck Suite on selected cruises over 15 days in March, October or November.*
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Early Payment Discount
Book and pay for your 2017 European River Cruise in full by 31 October 2016 and you could save up to an additional $300 per person*.
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