Scenic Cruises — Ultra-Luxury River Cruising
All-inclusive ultra-luxury river cruising — where every detail is taken care of
About Scenic Cruises
Scenic Cruises occupies the ultra-luxury tier of river cruising — a step above even Viking and AmaWaterways in terms of inclusions, service, and cabin quality. Scenic's Space-Ships carry just 128–169 guests and feature butler service for every guest, a Scenic Sundowner cocktail hour, and the Freechoice excursion programme — which offers multiple excursion options at every port, including hot air balloon rides, helicopter flights, and private cooking classes. Everything is included — excursions, drinks, gratuities, and butler service.
Why Choose Scenic Cruises?
Scenic is for travellers who want the absolute best in river cruising — a genuinely all-inclusive experience where every detail is taken care of. The butler service, Freechoice excursions, and exceptional cuisine set Scenic apart from all competitors. If you want to be pampered on the river, Scenic is the answer.
Highlights
- Butler service for every guest — not just suite passengers
- Freechoice excursions — multiple options including hot air balloon and helicopter
- Truly all-inclusive — excursions, drinks, gratuities, and butler service
- 128–169 guests per ship — the most intimate large river cruise experience
- Scenic Sundowner — a signature cocktail hour at the bow
- Scenic Eclipse — Scenic's ultra-luxury ocean expedition ship
Featured Ships
Explore the ships that make Scenic Cruisesone of the world's great cruise lines.
Scenic Gem
Ultra-luxury on the Rhine and Danube — butler service for every guest
Featured Itineraries
Evergreen itineraries — the routes that define Scenic Cruises.
8-Night Rhine Highlights
Amsterdam to Basel — castles, vineyards, and the Black Forest
Wendy's Insider Tips for Scenic Cruises
Scenic's Freechoice excursions are genuinely extraordinary — the hot air balloon over the Danube is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Butler service on Scenic is for every guest, not just suite passengers — it transforms the experience.
Scenic's Porcelain Suite is the finest cabin in river cruising — a full suite with a private veranda and butler service.
Scenic's Douro River itineraries in Portugal are outstanding — the terraced vineyards and port wine lodges are unforgettable.
Watch & Explore
See what makes Scenic Cruises special — from cabin tours to dining, entertainment, and destinations.
Ultra-Luxury Suites on Scenic River Cruises | Experience 5-Star Comfort on Europe's Iconic Rivers
Experience Unrivalled Discovery on Scenic Ikon
Scenic Eclipse ultra-luxury voyage in Europe and the Mediterranean | The Scenic Difference
Getaway to Northern Europe | Scenic Eclipse 1 | Part 1
Scenic Ikon's State-of-the-Art Technology & Design
Introducing Scenic Ikon
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