Your journey begins in the picturesque city of Amsterdam. A labyrinth of narrow laneways and canals lined with beautifully preserved 17th-century buildings and charming cafes, the city is a delight to wander. Board your ultra-luxury 5-star Scenic Space-Ship this afternoon, meet your fellow guests, and raise a glass to the start of a fascinating journey ahead of you at this evening's welcome reception. ... Read More
Spend this morning exploring Amsterdam. The Netherlands' capital is a treasure trove of architectural beauty, galleries filled with masterpieces, 16th-century canals, narrow cobbled laneways, and streets busy with cyclists. Often referred to as the 'Venice of the North', much of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal system exists today as it did hundreds of years ago, lined with well-preserved houses and intersected by charming bridges. ... Read More
Wednesday - May 26, 2027
Day 3
Cologne, Germany
Bonn, Germany
Arrive in the 2,000-year-old city of Cologne early this afternoon. Cologne suffered extensive damage during World War II but was painstakingly restored over the following decades. Set out on a walking tour of the Old Town, admiring its historic buildings, beautiful squares, and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral. Then, enjoy some free time to explore the city on your own. ... Read More
Thursday - May 27, 2027
Day 4
Rudesheim, Germany
Relax onboard this morning as you cruise through the picturesque Rhine Gorge, where the landscapes could have been pulled from the pages of a fairytale. This 65-kilometer stretch of the river is dotted with some 40 hilltop castles and fortresses that span a period of 1,000 years. Look out for the Lorelei statue, dedicated to the tragic legend of a beautiful maiden whose voice enraptured sailors as she avenged the sweetheart's betrayal. This afternoon, disembark in Rudesheim, a picturesque town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for more than two millennia. The charming town center is filled with half-timbered houses lining cobbled streets, quaint shops selling trinkets, as well as a smattering of wine taverns and open-air beer gardens. ... Read More
Friday - May 28, 2027
Day 5
Miltenberg, Germany
Wertheim, Germany
Relax onboard this morning as you cruise towards Miltenberg. You may like to book a massage in the spa (additional cost) or relax in the exclusive Salt Therapy Lounge, which has natural anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial properties. This afternoon, dock in Miltenberg. Located on the banks of the Main River, this historic town is one of the best-preserved in Germany, home to hundreds of pastel-colored half-timbered houses and one of the country's oldest inns, Zum Riesen. Today is all about connecting with culture and meeting the locals, an experience that is unique to Scenic guests. ... Read More
Saturday - May 29, 2027
Day 6
Wurzburg, Germany
With its lavish Baroque and Rococo architecture, you'll be captivated by the glamorous port of Wurzburg. This city straddles the Main River in the heart of Franconian wine country. Surrounded by undulating vineyards, Wurzburg is home to a UNESCO World Heritage-listed palace, a dominating hilltop fortress, the 15th-century Old Main Bridge, and three universities, including Bavaria's oldest. ... Read More
Sunday - May 30, 2027
Day 7
Bamberg, Germany
Dock in picturesque Bamberg after lunch. You could spend this morning relaxing in your spacious suite or enjoying the vistas of the Main River from the Sun Deck. Built on seven hills, this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town has surprises at every turn. Intersected by rivers and canals, Bamberg's Old Town is resplendent with cobblestoned streets and well preserved medieval buildings. Admire the charming Town Hall which occupies an island on its own, a Gothic and Romanesque-style cathedral, and the Old and New Residences - comprising an episcopal palace, a pretty 'Little Venice', and a 12th-century castle that teeters on the highest of the seven hills. ... Read More
Monday - May 31, 2027
Day 8
Nuremberg, Germany
Arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, where the Old Town is protected by an ancient city wall. The city is dominated by one of the most significant imperial forts of the Holy Roman Empire, the 12th-century Imperial Castle, which was the preferred residence of German kings. Behind its charming facade, Nuremberg also has a turbulent history. During WWII, the city was favored by the Nazis for party rallies and many of the anti-Jewish laws began here. By 1945, the city was reduced to rubble, including large sections of the Imperial Castle and Old Town. After the war, Nazi leaders were tried here for their war crimes. ... Read More
Tuesday - Jun 1, 2027
Day 9
Regensburg, Germany
You will arrive in Regensburg today. Boasting a staggering 2,000-year history, Regensburg has one of Germany's best-preserved medieval town centers, with more than 900 of its Romanesque and Gothic buildings listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Within its narrow laneways, the city lays claim to having the highest concentration of bars in the country. ... Read More
Wednesday - Jun 2, 2027
Day 10
Passau, Germany
Arrive in Passau early this morning. Set at the meeting point of three rivers and close to the border with Austria, it was an important trading point for centuries. It was also a significant town in the Holy Roman Empire, and the charming Old Town was mostly built by powerful prince-bishops in an Italianate style. ... Read More
Thursday - Jun 3, 2027
Day 11
Durnstein, Austria
Krems, Austria
Spend this morning in Durnstein, a small and picturesque town in Austria's picturesque Wachau Valley. Enjoy some free time to explore this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town, perched on the edge of the Danube River and surrounded by ancient, terraced vineyards.
Welcome to Vienna, the capital of Austria and a center of art, music, and culture. The city fostered the musical geniuses Mozart and Beethoven, and oozes charm with magnificent Baroque buildings, ample green spaces, a vibrant coffee-house scene, and masterpiece-filled galleries and museums. Join your local guide and take a motorcoach ride from the ship to Vienna's city center, where you will embark on a walking tour to see highlights such as the Opera House, St Stephen's Cathedral and Belvedere Palace. The ship will be docked overnight, so this afternoon you are free to wander around the city or relax onboard your Scenic Space-Ship. ... Read More
Wake this morning with Vienna on your doorstep. A city full of grandeur, Austria's imperial capital is famous for having the world's most beautiful boulevard, Ringstrasse, and for the legacy of the Habsburg monarchy. Slow down and spend a full day exploring Vienna or venture further afield.
This morning, you will arrive in Budapest, the capital of Hungary and one of Europe's most diverse and vibrant cities. Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, this city became united in 1873 when a newly built bridge connected the two. It's an architectural treasure trove comprising styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau and everything in between. It is also well known for its hot springs and thermal baths and has a vibrant nightlife scene. ... Read More
Budapest is often considered to be the most beautiful city in Europe and you have a full day at leisure to see why.
Tuesday - Jun 8, 2027
Day 16
Mohacs, Hungary
Arrive in Mohacs today. Straddling the Danube, this small Hungarian town holds an outsized position in Hungarian history. It was the site of the 16th-century Battle of Mohacs, which led to the destruction of the Hungarian monarchy and the rise of Ottoman and Habsburg rule.
Wednesday - Jun 9, 2027
Day 17
Vukovar, Croatia
Cross the border into Croatia and dock in Vukovar, a historically significant city strategically positioned along the Danube River at the confluence with the Vuka River. Known as 'The Hero Town', it is famed for its historic resilience, especially its fierce defense during the Croatian War of Independence in the early 1990s, which left a lasting mark on its landscape and collective memory. ... Read More
Thursday - Jun 10, 2027
Day 18
Belgrade, Serbia
The capital of Serbia, Belgrade is known as the 'Door to Central Europe' and lies at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. This eclectic city is steeped in history and Brutalist and Art Nouveau buildings. It's one of the oldest capitals in Europe and has stood at the crossroads between the Austro-Hungarian and Ottoman empires for centuries. Thanks to these centuries of conflict, Belgrade has been rebuilt almost 40 times. ... Read More
Friday - Jun 11, 2027
Day 19
Iron Gates
Today, you'll cruise through the spectacular scenery of the Djerdap Gorge system, known as Iron Gates. This stretch of the Danube is the natural border between Serbia and Romania, and features four narrow gorges, soaring cliffs, and the mighty rock carving of Decebalus, the former Romanian king. Spend some time relaxing in your suite, many of which feature a Scenic Sun Lounge, allowing you uninterrupted views to watch a rolling tapestry of river life as you cruise the Danube. Perhaps head to the Sun Deck or mingle with other guests in the Panorama Lounge & Bar. ... Read More
Saturday - Jun 12, 2027
Day 20
Svishtov, Bulgaria
Rousse, Bulgaria
Your Scenic Space-Ship will arrive in the Bulgarian town of Svishtov today. Here, you will have the choice to disembark and take an excursion to Veliko Tarnovo, known as the 'City of the Kings', or stay onboard and cruise towards Rousse.
Sunday - Jun 13, 2027
Day 21
Silistra, Bulgaria
Arrive in Silistra today. This Bulgarian town has changed hands many times over the centuries. A major Turkish fortress and trade center in the 15th century, it played a significant role in the Russo-Turkish wars of the 1870s, briefly became part of Romania after the second Balkan War and finally reverted to Bulgaria in 1940. The town is dotted with historic sites stretching back to late Roman times. ... Read More
Monday - Jun 14, 2027
Day 22
Giurgiu, Romania
Cruise Ends
Land Segment of Itinerary
Day 22 - Monday - Jun 14, 2027
Day 22
Bus Travel
Bucharest, Romania
This morning, farewell your Scenic Space-Ship and transfer to Bucharest. WWII changed the face of the Romanian capital with much of its Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture destroyed. Now a unique mix of Art Nouveau remnants and Brutalist-era architecture sits alongside wide, tree-lined boulevards and leafy squares, hidden street art, and thriving nightlife. Upon arrival, take an orientation tour of the city by motorcoach, from the south of Bucharest to Primaverii Palace stopping to see its squares, including Union Square, University Square, Roman Square, Victory Square, and Charles de Gaulle Square. ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Tuesday - Jun 15, 2027
Day 23
Bucharest, Romania
Bus Travel
Sibiu, Romania
This morning, you'll begin your journey into Transylvania by traveling from Bucharest to the medieval town of Sibiu. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant with your fellow travelers after checking into your luxury hotel.
Land Segment of Itinerary
Wednesday - Jun 16, 2027
Day 24
Sibiu, Romania
Bus Travel
Sighisoara, Romania
Bus Travel
Brasov, Romania
Today, you'll wake in Sibiu. The fortified town is a historian's delight, filled with museums, cathedrals, and palaces to discover. This afternoon, travel to the village of Sighisoara, the birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. It's also one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe, with cobblestone lanes and colorful buildings that have remained largely unchanged since the 12th century. Afterwards, you'll travel to Brasov, a colourful town that brings together Gothic spires, medieval watchtowers, sprawling squares, and Soviet-era concrete. Here, check into your hotel for a two-night stay. ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Thursday - Jun 17, 2027
Day 25
Brasov, Romania
Bus Travel
Bran Castle, Romania
Bus Travel
Brasov, Romania
This morning, your guide will show you the sights of Brasov, a charming town that brings together Gothic spires, medieval watchtowers, sprawling squares, and Soviet-era concrete. Dracula is Transylvania's most famous figure. Though author Bram Stoker never visited Romania, he is said to have been inspired by the place you'll visit this afternoon - Bran Castle. Perched dramatically on a clifftop, this white stone fortress was built in the 14th century and is a maze of narrow passageways, hidden rooms, and sunny courtyards. Tonight, join your fellow travelers and enjoy a delicious dinner in one of Brasov's finest restaurants. ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Friday - Jun 18, 2027
Day 26
Brasov, Romania
Bus Travel
Sinaia, Romania
Bus Travel
Bucharest, Romania
After breakfast, a local guide will take you to Peles Castle, a Neo-Classical masterpiece built in the 1870s by the first king of Romania as a summer residence. Inside, the rooms are exquisitely decorated with paintings, carved wood, and stained glass. Nearby, Sinaia Monastery is the oldest monastery in the region and is home to two churches, one from the 17th century and one built by the royal family in the 19th century. This afternoon, you'll begin the journey back to Bucharest, where you'll check into your hotel for the night. Enjoy dinner at the hotel this evening. ... Read More
Land Segment of Itinerary
Saturday - Jun 19, 2027
Day 27
Bucharest, Romania
After a final breakfast in Bucharest, it's time to farewell this fascinating part of Eastern Europe. The spectacular landscapes, medieval villages, and sense of fairy tales coming to life will stay with you long after your journey.
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