Scenic sets the benchmark for truly all-inclusive river cruising. When they say everything is included, they mean it — butler service, all dining, top-shelf drinks all day, shore excursions, e-bikes, mini-bar restocked daily, even gratuities. The Space-Ships are beautifully designed with the largest balconies on European waterways. I consistently hear from clients that they finished a Scenic cruise without seeing a single bill, and that experience is worth every penny.
Scenic River Cruises operates a fleet of 15 award-winning Space-Ships across Europe and Southeast Asia, and they have earned their reputation as the gold standard for all-inclusive river cruising. The term “all-inclusive” is used liberally in the cruise industry, but Scenic delivers it without qualification: butler service in every suite, chef-prepared meals across multiple dining venues, premium international beverages available all day and night, daily mini-bar restocking, guided shore excursions at every port, e-bikes for independent exploration, Wi-Fi, gratuities, and airport transfers are all covered in the fare.
The Space-Ships themselves are a masterclass in river vessel design. Carrying a maximum of 163 guests, they feature Scenic’s signature Sun Lounges — the largest private balconies on European waterways — along with the innovative Scenic Slumber Bed, pillow menus, and luxurious bath amenities. Scenic is also the first river cruise company to introduce a therapeutic Salt Therapy Lounge onboard, alongside a comprehensive wellness centre. Public spaces are elegant without being ostentatious, striking the right balance between sophistication and comfort.
Shore excursions are divided into Freechoice options at Active, Moderate, or Relaxed paces, allowing guests to tailor each day to their preferences. Scenic Enrich experiences are exclusive events unavailable through any other operator — a private classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein in Vienna, after-hours access to the Bassins de Lumieres in Bordeaux, or a traditional dinner in a medieval Hungarian castle. These are the moments that elevate a Scenic cruise from excellent to exceptional.
Scenic sails the Rhine, Danube, Main, Moselle, Rhone, Seine, Douro, and Mekong rivers. For travellers who have graduated beyond the premium tier and want river cruising at its most refined and complete, Scenic’s Space-Ships represent the pinnacle of the category.
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