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Blending historical sights, culinary delights and seasonal experiences with a Scenic river cruise is the perfect way to see Europe all year round.
Scenic’s specially curated Europe river cruises cruise all year round, and what is also attractive is the great value on offer for departure dates in February, March and November.
Each of Scenic’s itineraries offers plenty of free time for guests to relax on board in the creature comforts of the ultra-luxury Space-Ships, which host no more than 163 passengers.
There is a marvellous marriage between your experience on and off the ship, which is seamlessly presented at up to five dining experiences and beverages included all day, every day, as well as the Scenic Freechoice excursions that offer you the choice to personalise your itinerary.
With Scenic, the difference is in the detail. As you step on board a Scenic Space-Ship, you’ll be surrounded by local delights and all passengers receive personalised butler service.
Early season departures
For the first time in 2026, Scenic will be offering early and late season departures in February, March and November. These cool-climate cruises provide great value, while allowing you to discover Europe’s iconic experiences with fewer crowds. Itineraries have been curated with the cooler climate in mind, with more museums, castles and culinary experiences designed with your comfort in mind.
Steeped in the history of ancient trade routes, Scenic’s 15-day Jewels of Europe follows the Rhine, Main and Danube and takes you through the forested hills and romantic towns of Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary.
This is a quintessential river cruise rite of passage, which Scenic pairs so beautifully with bespoke experiences. Starting from Amsterdam, the cruise finishes beside the neo-Gothic Hungarian Parliament Building in Budapest.
Exclusively on these early and late season departures, guests visit the iconic Rijksmuseum, one of the premier museums in the Netherlands.
One of the most breathtaking experiences in Vienna is a classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein. While enjoying performances of Strauss and Mozart, you’ll sip Austrian Sekt and watch ballet dancers move with the music.
Back on board select Scenic Space-Ships, warm up at the Salt Therapy Lounge – an exclusive area where you can recline on loungers while inhaling the health-boosting salty air.
Spring in bloom
The Windmills, Tulips and Belgian Delights itinerary traverses the Netherlands into Belgium over eight wonderful days. The roundtrip journey from Amsterdam juxtaposes pretty historic villages such as Veere with thriving modern cities such as Antwerp and Arnhem.
The cruise also offers a chance to see the spectacular tulip blooms, an event for which the area is known throughout the world. Near Lisse you’ll explore Keukenhof, one of the world’s largest and most beautiful gardens, bursting with 7 million flowering bulbs, many of which are tulips laid out in meticulous patterns.
Along your cruise, included Scenic Freechoice and Scenic Enrich activities are offered in each destination – all curated with a personal touch.
Explore Bruinisse, a mussel-fishing village known for its rich heritage and sumptuous seafood, where you can take a guided tour of
the nearby town of Veere.
Back on board, a special Scenic included dining experience offers you the chance to try locally grown oysters, plucked from the icy waters of the North Sea in a “farm-to-table” experience, served in the ship’s lounge.
By night, the Scenic Enrich excursion in Hoorn offers an exclusive after-hours immersion in the digital art installation, Fabrique des Lumierès. With a glass of champagne in hand, guests can watch projections of artworks from the world’s most renowned artists inside a converted 19th-century gas factory.
