Day 1 - Thursday - Oct 29, 2026
Welcome to France and the ancient city of Lyon. Upon arrival, transfer to Scenic Sapphire, where your friendly crew await to welcome you onboard. Spend the afternoon exploring your Scenic Space-Ship. Relax in your luxurious suite or take a beverage to the Sun Deck and admire the magnificent views across the city of Lyon. Please book your flight to arrive into Lyon prior to 7 PM.
Day 2 - Friday - Oct 30, 2026
Spend a leisurely morning onboard as you cruise towards Macon. Perhaps ask your butler to bring coffee to your suite admiring views from your Scenic Sun Lounge as the riverside scenery glides by. An idyllic base for exploring the Burgundy wine region, Macon is renowned for its charming old town, quaint riverside streets, and its celebrated white wines.
Day 3 - Saturday - Oct 31, 2026
Wake up to gentle morning light as your ship glides into Vienne, a historic town nestled on the Rhone River just south of Lyon. Known for its remarkable Roman ruins and medieval charm, Vienne invites you to step ashore and discover centuries of rich heritage.
Day 4 - Sunday - Nov 1, 2026
| Tournon-sur-Rhone, France |
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Arrive in the pretty town of Tournon early this morning. This hillside village is known for its terraced vineyards, enchanting castle dating back to the 10th century, and quaint cobblestoned streets.
Day 5 - Monday - Nov 2, 2026
Dock in the ancient city of Avignon after lunch. Known as the City of the Popes, Avignon is rich in history and astounding medieval architecture. At the same time, it also has a youthful energy and a buzzing arts scene. Circled by fortified walls, the former papal capital is home to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palais des Papes (Popes' Palace), one of the largest surviving Gothic palaces in Europe, and the remaining four arches of the famous Pont d'Avignon bridge, which was once the only way to cross the Rhone between Lyon and the Mediterranean Sea.
Day 6 - Tuesday - Nov 3, 2026
Spend a full day in Avignon, soaking up more of its charms. It is known as the gateway to Provence, a region blanketed in vineyards and lavender fields, rolling hills, and historic villages. Today you will have the chance to explore more of this captivating part of southern France.
Day 7 - Wednesday - Nov 4, 2026
The southernmost point of your journey, Arles is in the Provence region and close to the Mediterranean coast. Founded around 56 BC by Julius Caesar, the city has a rich Roman heritage and is thought to have the largest number of Roman ruins outside the Eternal City itself. The ruins of ancient monuments, theatres, baths, and administrative buildings are strewn along the river's left bank. It was also the home of Vincent van Gogh in 1888 and he drew inspiration from the landscape for many of his paintings and drawings.
Day 8 - Thursday - Nov 5, 2026
This morning, you will arrive in Viviers, often described as an open-air museum thanks to its rich medieval heritage and architecture. The town was founded in the fifth century, and as you walk down the narrow, zig-zagging lanes, you will feel as though little has changed in the past 1,600 years. At its peak in the Middle Ages, Viviers was home to 30,000 people; today less than 4,000 people live here, happily secluded in their own world.
Day 9 - Friday - Nov 6, 2026
Enjoy a relaxed day onboard as you cruise back towards Lyon, admiring the beautiful vistas of the Rhone River. Bask on the Sun Deck, soothe your muscles in the Salt Therapy Lounge, or sharpen your skills with a French cookery lesson in Scenic Culinaire.
Day 10 - Saturday - Nov 7, 2026
Greet the day in Lyon. You may like to arrange for your butler to deliver a coffee to your suite and enjoy it in your private Scenic Sun Lounge before venturing out for the day. Sitting at the confluence of the Rhone and Saone rivers, Lyon was founded by the Romans in 43 BC. Since the mid-1500s it has been a financial and industrial powerhouse and today is recognized as France's culinary capital. The city is home to more than 4,000 restaurants - including 20 that hold Michelin stars - and eating well is a way of life.
Day 11 - Sunday - Nov 8, 2026
Board an included flight from Lyon to Porto where you will board the luxurious Scenic Azure for your 7-night cruise along the Douro River.
Day 12 - Monday - Nov 9, 2026
Relax as your Scenic Space-Ship meanders its way through the spectacular Douro Valley towards Pinhao. Admire the beaty along the steep riverbanks lined with terraced vineyards and majestic quintas as you cruise along the Douro River. This afternoon you'll dock in Pinhao, set on one of the prettiest parts of the Douro River. This small village is surrounded by terraced vineyards and produces exceptional Port wine. Look out for the charming riverside train station decorated with azulejos (hand-painted tiles) depicting the annual grape harvest. There's also an opportunity to try your hand at painting your own azulejos at a workshop.
Day 13 - Tuesday - Nov 10, 2026
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This morning, you have the special opportunity to visit the charming village of Provesende, located on a plateau with spectacular views of the region's fertile rolling landscape. Wander through the village and visit the church, discover the old bakery, witness traditional handicraft being made, and look inside the historic manor house, Morgadio da Calcada, where you'll enjoy a tasting of delicious bola.
Day 14 - Wednesday - Nov 11, 2026
Day 15 - Thursday - Nov 12, 2026
Wake in the village of Pocinho, which was established as the terminus of the Douro Railway in 1887. It's a great location to explore more of the Douro Valley.
Day 16 - Friday - Nov 13, 2026
Awake in Regua. Why not ask your butler to bring coffee to your suite if you would like a slower start to the day? Explore the Douro Valley today with a choice of excursions that include visiting one of the most beautiful towns in northern Portugal, exploring an enchanting palace or kayaking along a scenic river.
Day 17 - Saturday - Nov 14, 2026
Day 18 - Sunday - Nov 15, 2026
Your cruise concludes this morning in Porto. Disembark and take with you lifelong memories of a remarkable journey across Portugal.
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