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Scenic River Cruises offers an award-winning, all-inclusive experience on Europe’s most iconic waterways, Southeast Asia’s Mekong, and on the Lower Ganges between India and Sri Lanka. Founded in 1986, Scenic combines luxurious ships, immersive excursions, and exceptional service to deliver unforgettable journeys. With its state-of-the-art ‘Space-Ships’, Scenic has set the standard for elegance on the rivers, offering spacious accommodations, fine dining, and personalised butler service.
Across Scenic River Cruises 2026 and Scenic River Cruises 2027, guests can expect the same seamless blend of discovery and indulgence—whether exploring Europe’s castles and vineyards or Asia’s temples and vibrant cities—on journeys designed to make every moment effortlessly luxurious.
Featured Itineraries
17 nights 
Why choose Scenic
All-inclusive luxury
Dining, drinks, butler service, transfers, gratuities and excursions all included.
Space-Ship fleet
Spacious suites, modern design and Europe’s most luxurious river ships.
Flexible excursions
Enjoy FreeChoice tours or explore with Tailormade guides.
Exceptional dining
Regional menus, varied venues and curated wine pairings.
Immersive destinations
Explore the Rhine, Danube, Douro or Mekong with enriching experiences.
Scenic Ships
Scenic Crystal
163 Guests
Scenic Crystal is one of Scenic’s elegant Space-Ships, offering luxury river cruising with all-inclusive comfort and personal service. Carrying 163 guests, she sails Europe’s celebrated waterways, including the Rhine, Main, and Danube. With spacious suites, fine dining, and butler service in every cabin, Scenic Crystal promises a truly seamless and indulgent travel experience.
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Scenic Gem
122 Guests
Scenic Gem cruises the stunning Seine River in France. This custom-built Space-Ship designed for only up to 122 guests, can access the top of the Seine and has the unique ability to take you to the port commune of Honfleur, thanks to its special design.
Beautifully designed and crafted to a meticulous specification, every inch of Scenic Gem has been carefully considered for your optimum enjoyment, comfort and wellbeing. From luxury designer flourishes to innovative technologies, this supremely appointed vessel is capable of transporting you in complete safety and luxury, so that you can take in the exquisite surroundings of the Seine at your own pace.
To help you select the cabin class that’s right for you, here we present the complete deck plans for Scenic Gem. Helpfully colour coded to highlight the different cabin classes and where they appear on board, the plans give you clear insight into the overall layout of the ship, so you can begin to decide which area of the ship you’d prefer to be based during the voyage.
When you board a Scenic Space-Ship, you’ll unpack your bags and settle into your spacious and luxurious suite. Spend your days exploring the abundant spaces with multiple dining experiences, bars and lounges. Marvel at the panorama of Europe’s captivating waterways passing by.
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Scenic cruise types
River
All-Inclusive
Excursions included
Scenic itineraries
Enrichment focus
Onboard details
- All-inclusive luxury river cruise line.
- Fleet of cutting-edge ‘Space-Ships’.
- Accommodations with balconies and butler service.
- All dining venues are included in your fare.
- Unlimited premium beverage packages.
- Excursions in every port.
- Sailings in Europe and Southeast Asia.
- Immersive FreeChoice and Tailormade tours.
- Personalised, guest-focused service.
- Seasonal itineraries including Christmas Markets.
Accommodation
Accommodation
Scenic’s suites are among the most spacious on the rivers, offering floor to ceiling windows, private balconies and luxury amenities. Butler service comes as standard, with larger suites adding enhanced perks and separate living areas. Every stateroom feels elegantly designed, like a boutique hotel on the water.
Dining
Dining
Dining is a highlight, with multiple venues showcasing regional flavours and seasonal produce. Fine wines accompany each course, and select voyages feature themed dinners or culinary experiences. Casual cafés and lounges offer flexible, relaxed options throughout the day.
Amenities
Amenities
Despite their intimate size, Scenic’s ships offer panoramic lounges, sun decks, wellness spaces and libraries. Many include vitality pools, e bikes and fitness areas, while Scenic Spirit features unique outdoor spaces designed for the Mekong climate.
Wellness
Wellness
Wellness includes fitness centres, yoga sessions and spa treatments, with pools or hot tubs for relaxation. Butler service adds personalised touches, while Scenic Spirit’s Southeast Asia inspired therapies deepen the sense of destination led wellbeing.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Entertainment focuses on enrichment and culture, from live music and local performances to lectures and cooking demonstrations. Lounges offer relaxed spaces for conversation, creating an intimate, boutique atmosphere rather than large-scale shows.
Families
Families
Scenic welcomes families, especially on European itineraries, with suites suitable for multigenerational travel. Flexible excursions appeal to a range of interests, and immersive activities like cycling tours and castle visits offer shared experiences for all ages.
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We take pride in our small, boutique set-up, which means you’ll deal with the same, friendly expert from start to finish.
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FAQs
Whether it’s life on board or daily excursions ashore, these FAQs are designed to guide you through the Scenic River Cruises experience.