2021 Basel > Amsterdam

Romance is alive and well on the Rhine

Anyone who doesn’t believe in the power of romance has never travelled along the Rhine or its idyllic tributary, the Moselle.

In fact, on this itinerary, there’s probably a fairytale moment waiting just beyond the next river bend. The castles that grace this region sometimes seem as if they were lifted straight from the silver screen – hardly surprising as it’s a region that’s long been favoured by Hollywood directors. From Lorelei, the Rhine river siren said to lure sailors to their demise, to the legendary Black Forest, which still resonates with imaginative children’s tales, there are stories and romances galore to discover and delight in. You may even compose a few new ones of your own.

Tour Code:: AMBA
Duration:: 15 days
Departure City:: Basel
Return City:: Amsterdam

Selected Itinerary

15 Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Zurich > Basel

Transfer to Basel and raise your glass to the marvellous cruise ahead of you at this evening’s welcome reception. Your journey into wonder is about to begin.
Flights arriving into Zurich: Please book your flight to arrive prior to 1pm for your group transfer to Basel.
Flights arriving into Basel: Please book your flight to arrive prior to 3pm.

Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2 - Breisach

Freechoice

Be immersed in a truly magical experience as you step inside the setting of the Hansel and Gretel fairytale during your visit to the Vogtsbauernhof Open Air Museum in the heart of the Black Forest. Alternatively, enjoy a wine tasting in the Kaiserstuhl region, or take a guided bike ride from Breisach to Freiburg stopping along the way for a tasting of delicious Black Forest cake.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - Kehl > Strasbourg

Freechoice

Visit Strasbourg, the capital city of the Alsace region in northeastern France, where you’ll discover La Petite France, the unique historic quarter, and stroll through the Old Town with its half-timbered houses and distinctive Alsatian winstubs. Alternatively, journey to Mittelbergheim in the Alsace and sample some of the best wines the region has to offer.

Enrich

Enjoy a private concert at the Baroque Palace of Rastatt, one of the most magnificent historic venues in the region. It’ll be an evening of grandeur unlike any other, and a rare chance to collect memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - Mannheim

Freechoice

Experience the thrill of the Hockenheim Formula 1 race track with a museum visit and an insider tour of the circuit, or join an expert local guide on a historic tour of Heidelberg, where you’ll visit Heidelberg’s Renaissance castle. Alternatively, for a gentler pace, join a local guide for an orientation tour of Heidelberg, followed by some leisure time.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Rüdesheim > Rhine Gorge

Be charmed by Rüdesheim, where you’ll board the Winzerexpress mini-train for a guided visit of Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Afterwards, enjoy a cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument for a spectacular view of the river. Later, you can look forward to unrivalled views across the spectacular World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Cochem

A medieval gem resting on the banks of the Moselle River, Cochem will make you feel as if you’re stepping directly off the ship and into a fairytale. Explore this charming city on a guided tour, culminating in a visit to the iconic Reichsburg Castle. This afternoon you have the opportunity to join a guided cycling excursion.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Moselle Valley Cruising

Appreciate the allure of the Moselle Valley from the opulence of your Scenic Space-Ship as you delight in a full day cruise.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Bernkastel

Freechoice

Journey to the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg for a guided tour, and enjoy some free time to discover the many delights of one of Europe’s smallest countries. Alternatively, take a guided walk through Trier, or take in beautiful Bernkastel.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 - Koblenz

Freechoice

On arrival to Koblenz take advantage of a guided tour of this historic city, lapped by the waters of two of Europe’s most beautiful rivers. Or visit a local winery for a guided tour and tasting of its fine wines. You also have the option of a guided cycling tour of this fascinating city.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 - Düsseldorf

Düsseldorf is a vibrant city with a thriving art scene, where modern buildings appear in stark contrast to the old world charm of the Altstadt, the Old Town.

Freechoice

Discover the charming town of Düsseldorf on a guided walking tour and taste the local Altbier. Or, if you’re feeling more active, join a guided cycling tour. Alternatively, try something a little different with a visit to the Zollverein industrial site, once the largest and most productive coal mine in Europe, today a World Heritage-listed Site.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 - Maastricht

Holland’s oldest fortified city, Maastricht is a popular destination with a welcoming multicultural atmosphere.

Freechoice

Enjoy a guided tour of its magnificent buildings and historic cobblestone town centre. Or, visit Aachen and learn the tale of the city that borders three countries, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands. Alternatively, explore Maastricht at your own pace with Scenic Tailormade.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 - Nijmegen > Arnhem

Explore the Arnhem Airborne Museum and learn about the Battle of Arnhem. The Airborne Experience allows you to follow in the footsteps of the British parachutists who made their way across dangerous terrain to Arnhem in September 1944. Alternatively, visit the Netherlands Open Air Museum and discover historic houses, farms and windmills. The museum portrays the daily life of the average Dutchman over the past few centuries. Or, if you’re feeling more energetic, take a guided bicycle tour from the neighbouring town of Nijmegen.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 - Veere

Freechoice

Choose a guided tour through the quaint streets of Veere, or cycle through the town with a local guide and admire the surrounding dykes. Alternatively, marvel at the modern wonder that is Holland’s Delta Works, including a visit through the Storm Surge Barrier.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 - Antwerp

Freechoice

Be seduced by beautiful World Heritage-listed Bruges, or learn about the famous Flemish painter, Peter Paul Rubens in Antwerp and visit his former residence as well as the cathedral where a number of his more important works are housed. Alternatively, discover delightful Antwerp on a guided walking tour, followed by leisure time.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15 - Amsterdam

After a delicious breakfast, prepare to head home. It may be the end of your cruise, but it’s the beginning of a lifetime of fond memories.
Please note: Pre-release itinerary subject to change.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tour inclusions

The Scenic Difference

Sip on delicious local wines as you cruise with the magnificent Moselle Valley as your back drop
Experience an evening of grandeur like no other at the Baroque Rastatt Palace
Marvel at the modern day wonder that is Holland’s Delta works and visit the Storm Surge Barrier
Discover delightful Antwerp and hear tales of its famous resident Peter Paul Rubens
Release your inner thrill seeker on an insiders tour of Hockenheim Formula 1 track

All-inclusive highlights

5-star Scenic Space-Ships featuring Scenic Sun Lounges
1 exclusive Scenic Enrich experience
Your choice of 28 Scenic Freechoice activities
Up to five on board dining options, from casual to fine dining 41 meals – 14 breakfasts (B), 13 lunches (L) and 14 dinners (D)
Complimentary beverages all day, every day
Butler service for all guests
Exclusive Scenic Tailormade available throughout your cruise
The freedom of our e-bikes – electronically assisted bicycles
Cruise Director to guide and assist
Expert local guides
Complimentary Wi-Fi
All tipping and gratuities