Day 1 - Wednesday - May 20, 2026
Welcome to France and the City of Light. Whether it's your first or fiftieth time to this romantic city, there is always something new to discover. Your journey will also culminate in Paris where you'll have the opportunity to rediscover the City of Light all over again. Board your 5-star Scenic Space-Ship this afternoon and set off on a cruise you will treasure forever. Please book your flight to arrive into Paris prior to 8:30 PM.
Day 2 - Thursday - May 21, 2026
Enjoy a relaxed morning onboard as you cruise gently along the Seine to Les Andelys, arriving just after lunch. This pretty, waterside village dates back almost 900 years and is resplendent with well-preserved Norman-era houses and exquisite public buildings and overlooked by the imposing ruins of King Richard the Lionheart's castle, Chateau Gaillard. Take a stroll alongside the river, admiring the striking limestone cliffs rising from it, or through the charming center of town where the buildings are a living catalogue through time.
Day 3 - Friday - May 22, 2026
Normandy's capital, Rouen, has a history that spans over 2,000 years, from Viking legends to its significant role in both World Wars. It was also the place where Richard the Lionheart was crowned Duke of Normandy and Joan of Arc was burnt at the stake. A considerable amount of Rouen was sadly destroyed in World War II, but much of the city has been faithfully restored, including the exquisite Old Town. It's an engaging and historically rich destination, packed with museums, stylish bistros, and coffee shops, and a wealth of churches, including the famed 12th-century Rouen Cathedral.
Day 4 - Saturday - May 23, 2026
With another full day in Rouen today, you can uncover some of the region's fascinating military history or sample local delicacies on a gourmet tour.
Day 5 - Sunday - May 24, 2026
Enjoy another relaxed morning onboard as we cruise west to Honfleur, a colorful port city on the edge of the English Channel. Over the years the town has captured the imaginations of countless artists and was the birthplace of Impressionism. The bustling harbor and cobbled streets are a confection of half-timbered houses, restaurants, gourmet shops, and art galleries. Scenic's purpose built ship cruises further into the harbor, providing an easy walk from the ship to explore the harbor area and network of laneways beyond. A guided walking tour of the city will show you its charming Inner Harbour, the Church of Sainte-Catherine, and the Garden of Personalities, before you can explore on your own with some free time. Tonight, history comes a live with an engaging onboard lecture about Operation Fortitude and the daily life of Honfleur's citizens during the D-Day campaign.
Day 6 - Monday - May 25, 2026
With a full day in Honfleur, this is your chance to learn more about the important role this region played in WWII.
Day 7 - Tuesday - May 26, 2026
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Begin cruising inland early this morning to the small town of Caudebec-en-Caux. Set on a curve of the Seine, the riverfront is lined with handsome homes, stately gardens, and crumbling stone walls. Caudebec-en-Caux dates back to the Middle Ages and a handful of historic buildings survived the bombardments of WWII, including the ornate 15th-century Notre Dame de Caudebec-en-Caux.
Day 8 - Wednesday - May 27, 2026
| La Roche-Guyon, France, France |
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Historically a border town between the Duchy of Normandy and the Kingdom of France, Vernon has a rich heritage and many distinctive buildings. Nearby Giverny was the home of Impressionist artist Claude Monet for more than 40 years.
Day 9 - Thursday - May 28, 2026
Wake this morning in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, a medieval town located at the confluence of the River Seine and Oise. Though it's just a short distance from the center of the city, it feels a world away. A castle was built here by monks in the 9th century to protect the relics of Saint Honoratus, from whom the town gets its name. It became a popular pilgrimage site in the 11th century, a practice which lasted for more than 700 years. Wander the quiet streets and the riverside pathway, sip coffee at an open-air cafe, and admire the beautiful ancient church.
Day 10 - Friday - May 29, 2026
Welcome back to Paris, where you will spend the day exploring this iconic city. First timers will love the highlights tour, which allows you to tick off bucket-list items such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral, while return visitors may want to discover the trendy Marais District or Opera Garnier, an opulent architectural masterpiece built in the 19th century. Or take a tour south-east of the city to an exquisite chateau.
Day 11 - Saturday - May 30, 2026
Board your included flight from Paris to Lyon where you will embark the Scenic Sapphire for your 10-night cruise along the Rhone and Saone Rivers.
Day 12 - Sunday - May 31, 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 13 - Monday - Jun 1, 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 14 - Tuesday - Jun 2, 2026
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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 15 - Wednesday - Jun 3, 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 16 - Thursday - Jun 4, 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 17 - Friday - Jun 5, 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 18 - Saturday - Jun 6, 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 19 - Sunday - Jun 7, 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 20 - Monday - Jun 8, 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 21 - Tuesday - Jun 9, 2026
Your journey concludes this morning. Farewell your fellow guests and Scenic crew, taking with you delicious memories of this food-filled journey.
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