Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll arrive in Amsterdam and board your 5-star Scenic ship, settling in before the welcome reception this evening. This is when you'll meet other guests and get oriented for your journey through the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany.
Included Activities
- Welcome reception on board
Landmarks Amsterdam Canal System 
- Day 2
Dordrecht
The ship docks in Dordrecht, one of Holland's oldest cities with roots going back to the 11th century. You can pick from a walking tour through the historic centre, head to nearby Delft to see the famous blue and white pottery, check out the World Heritage windmills at Kinderdijk, or catch the Gouda Cheese Markets if timing works out.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of four Scenic Freechoice excursions: Walking tour of Dordrecht, Excursion to Delft pottery factory, Excursion to Kinderdijk windmills, or Gouda Cheese Markets
Landmarks Groothoofd Quay Grote Kerk (Great Church) Old Water Tower Delft Kinderdijk Windmills Gouda - Day 3
Veere
You'll dock in Bruinisse, a mussel fishing village, and enjoy locally grown oysters served on board farm-to-table style. From there you can take a guided tour of the charming 13th-century town of Veere or visit the Delta Works engineering project that keeps the delta protected from flooding.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Locally grown oysters available on board in farm-to-table experience
- Choice of two Scenic Freechoice excursions: Guided tour of Veere or Delta Works visit
Landmarks Veere Delta Works 
- Day 4
Antwerp
Crossing into Belgium, you'll arrive in Antwerp, known as the world's second-most important seaport with a medieval heart. Choose between a walking tour of the diamond capital, a craft beer and chocolate pairing, or an excursion to historic Ghent with its medieval charm and cultural spots.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Walking tour of Antwerp, Craft Beer & Chocolate pairing, or Excursion to Ghent
Landmarks Cathedral of Our Lady Steen Castle Ghent - Day 5
Arnhem
After lunch you'll reach Arnhem, sitting at the edge of the Veluwe Nature Reserve with its beautiful forest and parklands. Pick from the Airborne Museum for World War II history, the Netherlands Open Air Museum for Dutch traditions, or the Palais Het Loo royal estate. Later this evening there's an on board lecture about Dutch tulips and cultivation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- On board lecture about Dutch tulips and cultivation
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Arnhem Airborne Museum, Netherlands Open Air Museum, or Palais Het Loo
Landmarks Airborne Museum Netherlands Open Air Museum Palais Het Loo Veluwe Nature Reserve - Day 6
Amsterdam
Morning time in Hoorn, a historic Dutch East India Company port with beautiful warehouses and monuments. You can do a walking tour with local tastings, visit a cheese farm, take a traditional Dutch apple pie making class, or go on a cycling tour around the city and lake. By afternoon you'll have relaxed time on board cruising toward Amsterdam, plus optional spa treatments. This evening brings an exclusive after-hours visit to Fabrique des Lumières, a digital art installation in a converted 19th-century gas works.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of four Scenic Freechoice morning excursions: Walking tour with tasting, Cheese farm visit, Dutch apple pie making class, or Cycling tour
- Scenic Enrich - Exclusive after-hours visit to Fabrique des Lumières with champagne and classical music in digital art installation
Optional Activities
- Massage on board (additional cost)
- Salt Therapy Lounge access
Landmarks Oosterkerk (Old Church) Ijssel Lake Binnenhaven (Inner Harbour) Fabrique des Lumières - Day 7
Keukenhof Gardens
You'll head out on an excursion to the legendary Keukenhof Gardens, where over seven million tulips are arranged in artistic displays. Back in Amsterdam you'll have free time to explore the canals by boat or bike, visit world-class museums like the Rijksmuseum, or walk through Anne Frank's House.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Excursion to Keukenhof Gardens with over seven million tulips from 800 varieties
Optional Activities
- Canal cruises
- Bicycle tours
- Rijksmuseum visit
- Anne Frank's House visit
- Additional museums and galleries
Landmarks Keukenhof Gardens Rijksmuseum Anne Frank's House - Day 8
Amsterdam
Today is yours to explore Amsterdam at your own pace with no scheduled activities, giving you the freedom to wander the city however you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Canal cruises
- Bicycle tours
- Museum visits
- Shopping and dining
- Walking tours
- Day 9
Dordrecht
You'll arrive early in Dordrecht again with three Scenic Freechoice options: a walking tour through the historic city centre, an excursion to nearby Delft with its famous pottery factory, or a visit to the World Heritage windmills at Kinderdijk.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Walking tour of Dordrecht, Excursion to Delft pottery factory, or Excursion to Kinderdijk windmills
Landmarks Groothoofd Quay Grote Kerk (Great Church) Old Water Tower Delft Kinderdijk Windmills - Day 10
Veere
Docking in Bruinisse, a mussel fishing village with beaches and fresh seafood, you can choose between a guided tour of the charming 13th-century town of Veere, a visit to the Delta Works engineering project, or a trip to an oyster farm to learn about cultivation and taste fresh oysters.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Guided tour of Veere, Delta Works visit, or Oyster farm visit
Landmarks Veere Delta Works - Day 11
Antwerp
You'll cross into Belgium and dock in Antwerp, where options include a guided walking tour of the diamond capital, a full-day excursion to the WWI battlefields of Ypres and Passchendaele with lunch included, or a craft beer and chocolate pairing experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in a local restaurant (for Ypres & Passchendaele excursion)), Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Guided walking tour of Antwerp, Excursion to Ypres & Passchendaele with lunch, or Craft Beer & Chocolate pairing
Landmarks Cathedral of Our Lady Steen Castle Ypres Passchendaele - Day 12
Arnhem
After lunch you'll arrive in Arnhem and can choose from three excursions: the Airborne Museum for World War II history, the Netherlands Open Air Museum showcasing Dutch heritage and traditions, or the Palais Het Loo royal estate with its art collections and grand gardens.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Arnhem Airborne Museum, Netherlands Open Air Museum, or Palais Het Loo
Landmarks Airborne Museum Netherlands Open Air Museum Palais Het Loo Veluwe Nature Reserve - Day 13
Düsseldorf
Crossing into Germany you'll reach Düsseldorf, an affluent city known for art, fashion, and its charming old town filled with pubs and bars. Pick from a guided walking tour of the old town and harbour, an active cycling tour along the Rhine to Kaiserswerth, a beer tasting of Düsseldorf's traditional Altbier, or an art-focused tour ending at the K21 Museum.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of four Scenic Freechoice excursions: Walking tour of Düsseldorf, Cycling tour along the Rhine, Düsseldorf Altbier tasting, or Düsseldorf City of Art tour
Landmarks Castle Tower Kaiserswerth Rhine River K21 Museum Media Harbour - Day 14
Cochem
You'll spend a full day cruising through the Moselle Valley, taking in steep riverbanks lined with villages, terraced vineyards, half-timbered houses, and around 40 hilltop castles. Watch for the Lorelei statue while you relax in your suite or at the Salt Therapy Lounge, with optional spa treatments available. By evening you'll arrive in Cochem.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Moselle Valley with scenic viewing opportunities
Optional Activities
- Salt Therapy Lounge access
- Spa treatments (additional cost)
Landmarks Moselle Valley Lorelei - Day 15
Bernkastel
Explore Cochem, a medieval gem on the Moselle River with pastel-coloured buildings, half-timbered houses, and a medieval hilltop castle. Choose between a walking tour of Reichsburg Castle or an e-bike cycling tour along the Moselle to nearby towns. Later this afternoon you'll depart for Bernkastel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of two Scenic Freechoice morning excursions: Walking tour of Cochem and Reichsburg Castle or Cycling tour along the Moselle River
Landmarks Reichsburg Castle Valwig Belstein 
- Day 16
Bernkastel
You'll reach Bernkastel, a beautifully preserved riverside town featuring a 13th-century market square and Landshut Castle ruins on the hillside. Options include a guided walking tour of the historic centre, a full-day excursion to nearby Trier for Roman monuments like the Porta Nigra, or a wine tasting at one of the region's wineries. This evening there's an exclusive Scenic Enrich experience: a private classical concert in the medieval Liebfrauenkirche church in Trier.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Walking tour of Bernkastel, Excursion to Trier, or Wine tasting along the Moselle
- Scenic Enrich - Private classical concert in the Liebfrauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) in Trier
Landmarks Landshut Castle Bernkasteler Doctor Vineyard Trier Porta Nigra Trier Cathedral Liebfrauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) 
- Day 17
Koblenz
You'll arrive in Koblenz, Germany's oldest city founded by Romans over 2,000 years ago, where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. Choose a guided walking tour of the old town's historic streets and churches, an active visit to Marksburg Castle high above the Rhine, or an excursion to the medieval town of Limburg an der Lahn. Your ship stays overnight, so you can explore the city in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Walking tour of Koblenz, Marksburg Castle visit, or Excursion to Medieval Limburg
Landmarks Florinsmarkt Marksburg Castle Limburg an der Lahn Alte Lahnbrucke (Old Bridge) Limburg Cathedral - Day 18
Rüdesheim
This morning you'll cruise through the Rhine Gorge, a 65-kilometre stretch dotted with around 40 hilltop castles and fortresses spanning 1,000 years of history. Look out for the Lorelei statue marking a legendary tale. By afternoon you'll disembark in Rüdesheim, a pretty wine town surrounded by steep vineyards, choosing between Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum or a hike through vineyards with cable car descent. The ship departs late evening, leaving time to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Rhine Gorge scenic viewing
- Choice of two Scenic Freechoice afternoon excursions: Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum with cable car or Vineyard hike with cable car descent
Landmarks Rhine Gorge Lorelei Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum Niederwald Monument - Day 19
Heidelberg Region
You'll arrive in Mannheim, a large metropolitan centre with an 18th-century grid pattern and grand Baroque architecture. Choose from an orientation tour of nearby Heidelberg with the old town (some stairs and uneven ground), a historical guided tour including the Renaissance castle and the world's largest wine barrel, or a vineyard excursion to Fritz Ritter in Bad Durkheim for a tour and tasting. The ship departs for Strasbourg this afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Orientation Tour of Heidelberg, Historical tour of Heidelberg and castle, or Excursion to Bad Durkheim vineyard with tour and tasting
Landmarks Heidelberg Heidelberg Castle Heidelberg Tun Bad Durkheim - Day 20
Strasbourg
You'll arrive in Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace, blending French and German cultures with half-timbered houses and canals. Pick from an active walking tour of the city's landmarks including the cathedral and Petit France, a wine region excursion to Obernai and Mittelbergheim wine cellar, or an e-bike cycle tour exploring over 500 km of bicycle trails through charming suburbs and historic areas.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Walking tour of Strasbourg, Alsace wine region tour with tasting, or E-bike cycling tour
Landmarks Strasbourg Cathedral Petit France Grand Île Obernai Mittelbergheim 
- Day 21
Breisach
You'll arrive in Breisach, a food and wine destination between the Rhine River and the Black Forest, bordering the Alsace region. Options include a wine tasting at Kaiserstuhl featuring wines from the region's 16-million-year-old volcanic soil, an excursion to Colmar with its Venice-like canals and medieval half-timbered houses, or a visit to Freiburg on the edge of the Black Forest. You'll return to your ship this evening to toast your final night on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Choice of three Scenic Freechoice excursions: Wine tasting at Kaiserstuhl, Excursion to Colmar, or Excursion to Freiburg
Landmarks Kaiserstuhl Colmar Freiburg Freiburg Cathedral Black Forest 
- Day 22
Zurich
Your cruise concludes this morning in Basel. You'll have a final breakfast on board before disembarking and transferring to Zurich Airport, taking with you memories of your journey across the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, France, and Alsace.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board
- Airport transfer from Basel to Zurich Airport
