Scenic is an ultra-luxury, genuinely all-inclusive river cruise line built around its all-suite “Space-Ships.” Butler service, e-bikes, excursions, drinks, gratuities and transfers are all folded into one fare.
Scenic at a glance
About Scenic
Founded by Glen Moroney, Australian-owned Scenic Group helped pioneer all-inclusive luxury river cruising. Its European “Space-Ships” are all-suite vessels, most with Scenic’s signature Sun Lounge balconies, designed so that almost everything — from fine dining to shore excursions — is included in the fare.
The fleet
Scenic operates a fleet of all-suite Space-Ships on Europe’s rivers, each carrying roughly 150–169 guests. Ships carry e-bikes for active excursions and provide Scenic Tailormade GPS devices for self-guided exploring, and every guest enjoys butler service.
Where they sail
Scenic sails the Danube, Rhine, Main, Moselle and Seine, the Rhône and Saône in France, the rivers around Bordeaux, and Portugal’s Douro — plus festive Christmas-market sailings in winter.
Who it’s for
Travelers who want the most hands-off, inclusive luxury on the rivers: butler service, all drinks and tips built in, and flexibility through Scenic Freechoice excursions and exclusive Scenic Enrich events.
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Talk to an AdvisorScenic river cruises: FAQs
Is Scenic all-inclusive?
Yes. Scenic is genuinely all-inclusive — excursions, all beverages (including your in-suite minibar and premium spirits), gratuities, airport transfers, Wi-Fi and butler service are built into the fare.
How many ships does Scenic have?
Scenic operates around a dozen all-suite “Space-Ships” on Europe’s rivers, alongside ocean yachts and riverboats in Asia.
How is Scenic different from Emerald Cruises?
Both are part of Scenic Group. Scenic is the ultra-luxury, fully inclusive brand with butler service; Emerald Cruises is its modern, premium-value sister line.
Which rivers does Scenic sail?
The Danube, Rhine, Main, Moselle and Seine, the Rhône and Saône, the Bordeaux region, and Portugal’s Douro.