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Idyllic Rhone
From £2,454 pp
Travel from historic Tarascon to the heart of Beaujolais, through fragrant lavender fields, ancient cities, and vineyards laden with old-world vines. The Rhône cuts through a string of unforgettable destinations, from Avignon and Les Baux, to the culinary capital of Lyon – introducing the flavours of the South of France.
What’s Included On Board:
- Return flight from a selection of upto 14 UK airports and ship transfers, or take to no fly option and travel on Eurostar from London St Pancras to Paris and on to Amsterdam
- Spacious modern accommodation, the majority with ‘Scenic Sun Lounge’ balcony
- Multiple dining venues, from casual to fine dining
- Complimentary beverages all day, everyday
- Comprehensive programme of included tours, excursions, and exclusive experiences
- Scenic Tailormade GPS for self-guided touring and onboard commentary
- Authentic local entertainment
- Use of e-bikes – electronically assisted bicycles
- Personalized butler services and laundry concierge
- Cruise Directors to guide and assist
- Complimentary Wi-Fi internet
- All gratuities
- Gym & Wellness area
Fly to Marseilles from one of up to 16 UK airports. If you’d prefer not to fly, why not take advantage of our No-fly option at no extra cost? Travel Standard Premier Class from St. Pancras International to Paris, and onwards to Tarascon. This evening, raise your glass to the marvelous cruise ahead of you at your welcome reception.
Day 2 - Tarascon & Avignon
Tarascon has a distinctly medieval character and an impressive castle.
Freechoice Visit Les Baux, and drop into a local olive farm, or explore Saint-Rémy and the Saint-Paul de Mausole Monastery. Alternatively, visit the wondrous Arles Arena on your tour of this once thriving Roman city.
Back on board, perhaps join a culinary lesson in Scenic Culinaire during your cruise into beautiful Avignon.
Day 3 - Avignon
Freechoice Shop with a chef at the local market before cooking up a storm in Scenic Culinaire, or explore Avignon’s architectural wonder, the Popes’ Palace. Alternatively, take an excursion to Uzès and Pont du Gard, the impressive Roman aqueduct or sample the celebrated wines of Châteauneuf-du-Pape at a Côtes du Rhone vineyard.
This afternoon take some time to explore on your own.
Enrich After the doors close to the general public at Avignon’s prestigious Popes’ Palace, you’re invited for an exclusive concert where virtuoso musicians perform Mozart, Bach and Vivaldi.
Day 4 - Viviers
Freechoice This morning enjoy a walking tour of the ancient town of Viviers, nestled between hill and river, and visit the imposing Cathedral. Alternatively, drop into the beautiful provincial town of Grignan for a guided tour and a visit to the Château, before enjoying some time at leisure to explore on your own.
While cruising to Vienne this afternoon, perhaps join a class in Scenic Culinaire and allow your on board chef to sharpen your skills in French cookery. Learn how to make a delicious regional dish and of course enjoy a mouth watering taste afterwards.
Day 5 - Vienne
Freechoice Take a walking tour of Vienne including a visit to the Roman amphitheatre and uncover the fascinating history of this quaint riverside town, once conquered by Julius Caesar. Alternatively, for the more active, take in the picturesque landscapes of this region during a guided cycling tour.
Back on board, perhaps take a masterclass in French cuisine in Scenic Culinaire, or simply relax and view the beautiful vistas as you cruise to Mâcon.
Day 6 - Mâcon
Freechoice Travel to the ‘Golden Stone’ region of Beaujolais, where you’ll enjoy a tasting of the region’s delicious wines. Alternatively, explore charming Cluny, built around the great Benedictine Abbey or, visit Château de Cormatin, boasting beautiful gardens and 17th century architecture.
Day 7 - Lyon
Set on the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers, Lyon is renowned as the gastronomic heart of France.
Freechoice Walk Lyon’s hidden traboules, then visit Notre Dame Basilica which offers fabulous views across the city. Alternatively, walk the cobblestone paths in the medieval hilltop town of Pérouges, or join a guided bike ride to Lyon’s Botanical Gardens and Zoo.
Day 8 - Lyon - Return Home
After breakfast, transfer to Lyon airport for your return journey home. Travel to one of up to 16 UK airports or by first class rail from Lyon to Paris Gare de Lyon, before Standard Premier Class aboard the Eurostar to St. Pancras International.
Sailing the beautiful waterways of France and rebuilt for the 2017 season with brand new features such as Scenic Culinaire and two new one-bedroom Royal Owner’s Suites. With a capacity of just 151 guests in 76 suites and with 53 crew, the Scenic Sapphire accommodates excellent levels of service. Depending on the class of suite or stateroom you opt for, you’ll enjoy a wealth of luxurious features, including Scenic Sun Lounges, 32-inch HD TVs and a state-of-the-art bathroom complete with revolutionary massage shower and wet room. All balcony suites feature Scenic’s exclusive ‘Sun Lounge’ system which transforms your balcony into an all-weather conservatory style space. From the Panorama Lounge Bar and the spacious Sun Deck with vitality pool, to the well appointed fitness and wellness suite, you’ll enjoy luxury wherever you stray aboard this elegant river cruise ship.
Onboard Features & Facilities
- Riverview Terrace
- Vitality Pool
- Sun Deck
- Walking Track
- Portobellos Restaurant
- River Cafe
- Table La Rive Private Dining (Diamond deck guests only)
- Lounge & Bar
- Gift Shop
- Lift
- Complimentary use of E-bikes
- Complimentary Wi-fi
- Gym and Wellness Area
- Fitness Centre
- Complimentary Nordic walking sticks
Accommodation & Amenities
76 elegantly appointed Staterooms and Suites range in size from 160-510 ft². Most have an outdoor balcony, complete with open-air system, allowing you to enjoy the views of your surroundings whatever the weather and watch the ever-changing scenery however you wish. All staterooms and suites include amenities such en-suite bathroom with shower, Infotainment, free high-speed Internet access, climate-controlled air conditioning; and an in-room safe, fridge and complimentary bottled water replenished daily. Offering a roster of distinct dining venues, including L’Amour Dining, Riverview Terrace, Portobellos, Table La Rive and the Panorama Lounge Bar, guests will be spoilt for choice when choosing where to dine aboard a Scenic space ship. Couple this with the option to take breakfast, lunch or dinner from the privacy of your suite, and your dining preferences will be all perfectly accommodated aboard this majestic Space-Ship. Scenic offer levels of service which are differentiated by the level of stateroom or suite booked. Please see the individual room type description for details.
Royal Suites
510 ft² – Royal Owner’s Suite Diamond (Upper) Deck (pictured)
269 ft² – Royal Panorama Suite Diamond (Upper) Deck aft
345 ft² – Royal Balcony Suite, Diamond (Upper) Deck
- Scenic Sun Lounge balcony system
- Marble bathroom with upgraded bathroom amenities with hairdryer
- Alarm clock, in-room safe, telephone
- Luxury Scenic slumber bed and pillow menu
- Complimentary mini-bar
- Mac-mini infotainment system & movies on demand
- Luxury bathrobe and slippers
- Early morning tea/coffee service
- Butler service
- Shoeshine service
EXCLUSIVE TO ROYAL SUITE GUESTS: unlimited complimentary laundry service, daily delivery of afternoon canapes, complimentary bottle of Laurent Perrier Brut (750ml), morning delivery of newspapers, in-suite beverage and meal service, packing and unpacking of suitcases, 200 Euros on board credit, exclusive invitation to Table La Rive, priority dining reservations.
Junior Balcony Suites
250 ft² – Diamond (Upper) & Sapphire (Middle) Deck
- Scenic Sun Lounge balcony system
- Marble bathroom with L’Occitane bathroom amenities with hairdryer
- Alarm clock, in-room safe, telephone
- Luxury Scenic slumber bed and pillow menu
- Complimentary mini-bar
- Mac-mini infotainment system & movies on demand
- Luxury bathrobe and slippers
- Early morning tea/coffee service
- complimentary laundry concierge service once per suite
- Butler service
- Shoeshine service
EXCLUSIVE TO JUNIOR BALCONY SUITE GUESTS: complimentary daily pressing of two pieces of clothing, daily delivery of afternoon canapes, in-suite beverage and meal service, exclusive invitation to Table La Rive.
Balcony Suites
Private Balcony Suite – 205 ft² Diamond (Upper) & Sapphire (Middle) Deck
- Scenic Sun Lounge balcony system
- Marble bathroom with L’Occitane bathroom amenities with hairdryer
- Alarm clock, in-room safe, telephone
- Luxury Scenic slumber bed and pillow menu
- Complimentary mini-bar
- Mac-mini infotainment system & movies on demand
- Luxury bathrobe and slippers
- Early morning tea/coffee service
- Complimentary laundry concierge service once per suite
- Butler service
- Shoeshine service
Standard Suites
160 ft² Jewel (Lower) Deck
- Marble bathroom with L’Occitane bathroom amenities with hairdryer
- Alarm clock, in-room safe, telephone
- Luxury Scenic slumber bed and pillow menu
- Complimentary mini-bar
- Mac-mini infotainment system & movies on demand
- Luxury bathrobe and slippers
- Early morning tea/coffee service
- Complimentary laundry concierge service once per suite
- Butler service
- Shoeshine service
| Depart | Ship | Embark | From |
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| Apr 28 | Scenic Sapphire | Lyon | £3895 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3895 | ||
| Cat D | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £4040 | ||
| Cat C | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4665 | ||
| Cat BA | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4665 | ||
| Cat BB | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4965 | ||
| Cat B | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £5105 | ||
| Cat BJ | Middle Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5615 | ||
| Cat A | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4965 | ||
| Cat PA | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4965 | ||
| Cat PP | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £5105 | ||
| Cat P | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £5270 | ||
| Cat RJ | Upper Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £6185 | ||
| Cat RA | Upper Deck | Royal Balcony Suite, 315 ft², Outside Balcony | £6415 | ||
| Cat RS | Upper Deck | Royal Panorama Suite, 269 ft², Outside Balcony | £6645 | ||
| Cat RO | Upper Deck | Royal Owner's Suite, 510 ft², Outside Balcony | £7670 |
| May 5 | Scenic Sapphire | Marseilles | £3489 | SAVE 10% | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3489 | Was £3845 | |
| Cat D | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3619 | Was £3990 | |
| Cat C | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4182 | Was £4615 | |
| Cat BA | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4182 | Was £4615 | |
| Cat BB | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4452 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat B | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4578 | Was £5055 | |
| Cat BJ | Middle Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5037 | Was £5565 | |
| Cat A | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4452 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat PA | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4452 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat PP | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4578 | Was £5055 | |
| Cat P | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4726 | Was £5220 | |
| Cat RJ | Upper Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5550 | Was £6135 | |
| Cat RA | Upper Deck | Royal Balcony Suite, 315 ft², Outside Balcony | £5757 | Was £6365 | |
| Cat RS | Upper Deck | Royal Panorama Suite, 269 ft², Outside Balcony | £5964 | Was £6595 | |
| Cat RO | Upper Deck | Royal Owner's Suite, 510 ft², Outside Balcony | £6886 | Was £7620 |
| Jun 8 | Scenic Sapphire | Marseilles | £3489 | SAVE 10% | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3489 | Was £3845 | |
| Cat D | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3619 | Was £3990 | |
| Cat C | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4182 | Was £4615 | |
| Cat BA | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4182 | Was £4615 | |
| Cat BB | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4452 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat B | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4578 | Was £5055 | |
| Cat BJ | Middle Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5037 | Was £5565 | |
| Cat A | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4452 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat PA | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4452 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat PP | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4578 | Was £5055 | |
| Cat P | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4726 | Was £5220 | |
| Cat RJ | Upper Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5550 | Was £6135 | |
| Cat RA | Upper Deck | Royal Balcony Suite, 315 ft², Outside Balcony | £5757 | Was £6365 | |
| Cat RS | Upper Deck | Royal Panorama Suite, 269 ft², Outside Balcony | £5964 | Was £6595 | |
| Cat RO | Upper Deck | Royal Owner's Suite, 510 ft², Outside Balcony | £6886 | Was £7620 |
| Jul 15 | Scenic Sapphire | Lyon | £2924 | Save 39% | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | sold | ||
| Cat D | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | sold | ||
| Cat C | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £2924 | Was £4615 | |
| Cat BA | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £2924 | Was £4615 | |
| Cat BB | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3107 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat B | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3192 | Was £5055 | |
| Cat BJ | Middle Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £3504 | Was £5565 | |
| Cat A | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3107 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat PA | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3107 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat PP | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3192 | Was £5055 | |
| Cat P | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3293 | Was £5220 | |
| Cat RJ | Upper Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5550 | Was £6135 | |
| Cat RA | Upper Deck | Royal Balcony Suite, 315 ft², Outside Balcony | £5757 | Was £6365 | |
| Cat RS | Upper Deck | Royal Panorama Suite, 269 ft², Outside Balcony | £5964 | Was £6595 | |
| Cat RO | Upper Deck | Royal Owner's Suite, 510 ft², Outside Balcony | £6886 | Was £7620 |
| Jul 22 | Scenic Sapphire | Marseilles | £3489 | SAVE 10% | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3489 | Was £3845 | |
| Cat D | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3619 | Was £3990 | |
| Cat C | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4182 | Was £4615 | |
| Cat BA | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4182 | Was £4615 | |
| Cat BB | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4452 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat B | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4578 | Was £5055 | |
| Cat BJ | Middle Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5037 | Was £5565 | |
| Cat A | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4452 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat PA | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4452 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat PP | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4578 | Was £5055 | |
| Cat P | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4726 | Was £5220 | |
| Cat RJ | Upper Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5550 | Was £6135 | |
| Cat RA | Upper Deck | Royal Balcony Suite, 315 ft², Outside Balcony | £5757 | Was £6365 | |
| Cat RS | Upper Deck | Royal Panorama Suite, 269 ft², Outside Balcony | £5964 | Was £6595 | |
| Cat RO | Upper Deck | Royal Owner's Suite, 510 ft², Outside Balcony | £6886 | Was £7620 |
| Aug 28 | Scenic Sapphire | Lyon | £2454 | Save 39% | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £2454 | Was £3845 | |
| Cat D | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £2543 | Was £3990 | |
| Cat C | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £2924 | Was £4615 | |
| Cat BA | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £2924 | Was £4615 | |
| Cat BB | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3107 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat B | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3192 | Was £5055 | |
| Cat BJ | Middle Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £3504 | Was £5565 | |
| Cat A | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3107 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat PA | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3107 | Was £4915 | |
| Cat PP | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3192 | Was £5055 | |
| Cat P | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £3293 | Was £5220 | |
| Cat RJ | Upper Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5550 | Was £6135 | |
| Cat RA | Upper Deck | Royal Balcony Suite, 315 ft², Outside Balcony | £5757 | Was £6365 | |
| Cat RS | Upper Deck | Royal Panorama Suite, 269 ft², Outside Balcony | £5964 | Was £6595 | |
| Cat RO | Upper Deck | Royal Owner's Suite, 510 ft², Outside Balcony | £6886 | Was £7620 |
| Sep 4 | Scenic Sapphire | Marseilles | £3534 | SAVE 10% | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3534 | Was £3895 | |
| Cat D | Lower Deck | Standard Suite, 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3664 | Was £4040 | |
| Cat C | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4227 | Was £4665 | |
| Cat BA | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4227 | Was £4665 | |
| Cat BB | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4497 | Was £4965 | |
| Cat B | Middle Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4623 | Was £5105 | |
| Cat BJ | Middle Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5082 | Was £5615 | |
| Cat A | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4497 | Was £4965 | |
| Cat PA | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4497 | Was £4965 | |
| Cat PP | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4623 | Was £5105 | |
| Cat P | Upper Deck | Balcony Suite, 205 ft², Outside Balcony | £4771 | Was £5270 | |
| Cat RJ | Upper Deck | Junior Suite, 250 ft², Outside Balcony | £5595 | Was £6185 | |
| Cat RA | Upper Deck | Royal Balcony Suite, 315 ft², Outside Balcony | £5802 | Was £6415 | |
| Cat RS | Upper Deck | Royal Panorama Suite, 269 ft², Outside Balcony | £6009 | Was £6645 | |
| Cat RO | Upper Deck | Royal Owner's Suite, 510 ft², Outside Balcony | £6931 | Was £7670 |
Prices are per person, based on two people sharing a twin cabin with a limited number of single cabins available on all decks, at the relevant supplement. The price includes full board from dinner on your day of arrival until breakfast on your final day; if you choose to travel with us on any of the full day excursions by coach, a packed lunch will be provided.
Anyone choosing to stay on the ship may of course have lunch in the restaurant; morning/afternoon tea and coffee; all visits and excursions as mentioned in the brochure, airport transfers, coach travel as mentioned, travel to and from port of embarkation and the services of a Scenic Travel Tour Manager.
Why Book This Cruise?
Scenic sit at the top of the luxury river cruise market. A luxurious mix of contemporary, luxurious ships with top level touring and inclusions which add up to a relaxing, high level river cruise holiday.
