Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll arrive in Amsterdam and board your luxury Scenic Space-Ship. The welcome reception this evening gives you a chance to meet the other guests before setting out on your river journey.
Landmarks Canal System of Amsterdam 
- Day 2
Dordrecht
Docking in Dordrecht this morning, you can choose from several options: walk through one of Holland's oldest cities dating back to the 11th century, head to Delft to see the pottery factories, check out Kinderdijk's windmills, or visit the Gouda Cheese Markets if you're here on a Thursday.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Dordrecht
- Excursion to Delft to visit 17th-century pottery factory
- Excursion to Kinderdijk to see World Heritage listed windmills
- Gouda Cheese Markets tour (Thursday mornings only)
Landmarks Groothoofd Quay Grote Kerk Old Water Tower Kinderdijk Windmills - Day 3
Veere
The ship pulls into Bruinisse, a mussel fishing village. You'll have locally grown oysters on board with a farm-to-table experience, then choose from a walking tour of the 13th-century town of Veere or visiting the Delta Works engineering project.
Included Activities
- On-board oyster tasting from North Sea waters (farm-to-table experience)
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Veere
- Delta Works visit
Landmarks Veere Delta Works - Day 4
Antwerp
Crossing into Belgium, you'll dock in Antwerp, Belgium's second city and one of the world's major seaports. Pick from a walking tour of the diamond capital, a craft beer and chocolate pairing, or an excursion to historic Ghent.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Antwerp
- Craft Beer & Chocolate pairing
- Excursion to Ghent
Landmarks Cathedral of Our Lady Steen Castle - Day 5
Arnhem
After lunch you'll arrive in Arnhem, situated at the edge of the Veluwe Nature Reserve with beautiful forests and parklands surrounding it. This evening there's an on-board lecture about Dutch tulips and cultivation, then you can select from three different excursions exploring WWII history or Dutch culture.
Included Activities
- On-board lecture about Dutch tulips and cultivation
Optional Activities
- Arnhem Airborne Museum
- The Netherlands Open Air Museum
- Palais Het Loo
Landmarks Airborne Museum Netherlands Open Air Museum Palais Het Loo - Day 6
Hoorn
Spend the morning in Hoorn, a prosperous trading center from the Middle Ages. 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. In the afternoon you'll relax on board as the ship cruises toward Amsterdam, with optional spa treatments available.
Included Activities
- Exclusive after-hours visit to Fabrique des Lumières (Scenic Enrich)
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Hoorn with tasting
- Cheese farm visit
- Ancestry of the Kitchen - traditional Dutch apple pie making class
- Cycling tour of Hoorn
- Massage at spa (additional cost)
- Salt Therapy Lounge access
Landmarks Oosterkerk Ijssel Lake dyke Fabrique des Lumières - Day 7
Amsterdam
Today you'll experience the legendary Keukenhof Gardens during spring, home to over seven million tulips from 800 varieties arranged in artistic patterns. By afternoon you'll return to Amsterdam with free time to walk through the canal city, visit museums, or check out Anne Frank's House.
Included Activities
- Excursion to Keukenhof Gardens
Optional Activities
- Canal cruise
- Cycling tour
- Rijksmuseum visit
- Anne Frank's House visit
Landmarks Keukenhof Gardens Rijksmuseum Anne Frank's House 
- Day 8
Amsterdam
You have a full day at leisure in Amsterdam to explore at your own pace, whether that's walking the canals, visiting museums, shopping, or just finding a café and watching the city go by.
- Day 9
Dordrecht
Arriving early in Dordrecht again, you can choose from a walking tour of the city's streets and historic buildings, visit Delft's pottery factory, or head to Kinderdijk's windmills.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Dordrecht
- Excursion to Delft
- Excursion to Kinderdijk
Landmarks Groothoofd Quay Grote Kerk Old Water Tower Kinderdijk Windmills 
- Day 10
Veere
Docking in Bruinisse, you'll have options: take a guided tour of the 13th-century town of Veere, visit the Delta Works, or go to an oyster farm to learn about oyster cultivation.
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Veere
- Delta Works visit
- Oyster farm visit
Landmarks Veere Delta Works - Day 11
Antwerp
Crossing into Belgium and docking in Antwerp, you can do a walking tour of the diamond capital, take a full-day excursion to the WWI battlefield sites of Ypres and Passchendaele with lunch included, or try a craft beer and chocolate pairing experience.
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour of Antwerp
- Excursion to Ypres & Passchendaele
- Craft Beer & Chocolate pairing
Landmarks Cathedral of Our Lady Steen Castle - Day 12
Arnhem
You'll arrive in Arnhem after lunch with three excursion choices: the Airborne Museum to learn about the Battle of Arnhem, the Netherlands Open Air Museum to see Dutch heritage, or Palais Het Loo, a former royal palace that's now a museum.
Optional Activities
- Arnhem Airborne Museum
- The Netherlands Open Air Museum
- Palais Het Loo
Landmarks Airborne Museum Netherlands Open Air Museum Palais Het Loo - Day 13
Düsseldorf
Welcome to Germany and Düsseldorf, which Napoleon called 'Little Paris.' You can do a walking tour of the old town and castle tower, try an active cycling tour along the Rhine, take a beer brewery tour to learn about Altbier tradition, or explore the city's art scene.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Düsseldorf
- Cycling tour along the Rhine
- Düsseldorf's Altbier brewery tour
- Düsseldorf - City of Art tour including K21 Museum
Landmarks Castle Tower Kaiserswerth K21 Museum - Day 14
Cochem
You'll cruise through the Moselle Valley with steep banks lined with villages, terraced vineyards, half-timbered houses, and 40 hilltop castles spanning 1,000 years. Relax on your private sun lounge or try spa treatments on board.
Included Activities
- Cruise through the Moselle Valley (Rhine Gorge)
Optional Activities
- Salt Therapy Lounge access
- Spa treatments (additional cost)
Landmarks Lorelei statue - Day 15
Bernkastel
The ship stops at the medieval town of Cochem with its castle, pastel buildings, and half-timbered houses. Choose from a walking tour of Reichsburg Castle and charming streets, or an e-bike cycling tour along the Moselle River. Later in the day you'll head to Bernkastel.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Cochem with Reichsburg Castle visit
- E-bike cycling tour along the Moselle River
Landmarks Reichsburg Castle - Day 16
Bernkastel
In Bernkastel you'll find an atmospheric 13th-century market square and the ruins of Landshut Castle. Options include a walking tour of the town, an excursion to nearby Trier to see Roman gates and the cathedral, or a wine tasting at a winery. This evening there's an exclusive classical concert at the World Heritage Liebfrauenkirche.
Included Activities
- Classical concert at Liebfrauenkirche in Trier (Scenic Enrich)
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Bernkastel
- Excursion to Trier
- Wine tasting along the Moselle
Landmarks Landshut Castle Bernkasteler Doctor Vineyard Porta Nigra Trier Cathedral Liebfrauenkirche - Day 17
Koblenz
Arriving in Koblenz, one of Germany's oldest cities founded by the Romans over 2,000 years ago, you'll see it's positioned where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. Pick from a walking tour of the old town, a visit to Marksburg Castle (active guests only), or an excursion to medieval Limburg. The ship stays overnight here.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Koblenz
- Marksburg Castle visit
- Medieval Limburg excursion
Landmarks Florinsmarkt Marksburg Castle - Day 18
Rüdesheim
You'll cruise through the Rhine Gorge, passing 40 hilltop castles and fortresses spanning 1,000 years. Keep an eye out for the Lorelei statue. By afternoon you'll disembark in Rüdesheim, a pretty town surrounded by steep vineyards. Choose from a museum visit with optional cable car or a vineyard hike with cable car descent.
Included Activities
- Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
Optional Activities
- Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum visit with optional cable car
- Hike & Cable Car through vineyards
Landmarks Niederwald Monument - Day 19
Heidelberg
Arriving in Mannheim this morning, you have three options: an orientation tour of Heidelberg's old town with free time, a guided historical tour visiting Heidelberg Castle with Renaissance views, or an excursion to Bad Durkheim to tour and taste wines at the Fritz Ritter vineyard.
Optional Activities
- Orientation Tour of Heidelberg
- Historical tour of Heidelberg with castle visit
- Excursion to Bad Durkheim vineyard
Landmarks Heidelberg Castle - Day 20
Strasbourg
The ship reaches Strasbourg, capital of the Alsace wine region, with half-timbered houses on canal banks. You can do a walking tour to see the cathedral and Petit France, a coach tour through the Alsace wine region with tasting in Mittelbergheim, or explore the city's 500+ km of bicycle trails on an e-bike.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Strasbourg
- Alsace wine region tour with tasting
- E-bike cycling tour of Strasbourg
Landmarks Strasbourg Cathedral Petit France Grand Ile - Day 21
Breisach
Arriving in Breisach, a food and wine destination between the Rhine River and Black Forest, you'll see it's been rebuilt after WWII with traditional streets and houses. Choose from wine tasting in Kaiserstuhl, visit fairytale Colmar with its canals and half-timbered houses, or head to medieval Freiburg with its cathedral.
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting at Kaiserstuhl
- Excursion to Colmar
- Excursion to Freiburg
Landmarks Kaiserstuhl Wine Region Colmar Freiburg Cathedral - Day 22
Zurich to Lyon
You'll take an included flight from Zurich to Lyon where you'll board the Scenic Sapphire for a journey through southern France.
Included Activities
- Flight from Zurich to Lyon
- Day 23
Mâcon
Today you'll cruise toward Mâcon, taking in river views from your suite the whole way. Once you arrive in this charming Burgundy town, you've got some nice options to choose from. Head to one of the Renaissance castles, watch a Michelin-starred cooking demonstration, visit a truffle farm, or check out the historic Cluny Abbey if that appeals to you more. It's your call on how to spend the day exploring what the region has to offer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Château de Cormatin with guided visit to Renaissance castle, gardens, and 17th-century gilded interiors
- Georges Blanc cooking demonstration at Michelin-starred restaurant in Vonnas with regional dish preparation
- Truffle tasting at local farm near Cortevaix including truffle butter and chocolate mousse with wine pairing
- Excursion to Cluny Abbey with guided tour of 10th-century Benedictine Abbey, monastic buildings, and Romanesque architecture
Landmarks Château de Cormatin Georges Blanc Restaurant Cluny Abbey - Day 24
Vienne
Your ship pulls into Vienne on the Rhône River early, so you'll have the morning to decide what interests you most. You can walk around and see the Roman ruins and hillside theatre, hop on a bike and cycle through the region, or sit down for a private wine tasting of Saint-Joseph and Condrieu wines. After lunch, the ship heads out toward Tournon this afternoon, so plan your activities accordingly.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Vienne with Roman Theatre and city gardens, ancient walls, cathedral, and Renaissance streets
- Cycling tour of Vienne and Saint-Romain-en-Gal (19 km easy route) exploring Roman ruins, temple of Augustus and Livia, and Gallo-Roman museum
- St-Joseph Côte-Rôtie wine tasting with private visit to Chavanay vineyard
Landmarks Roman Theatre of Vienne Temple of Augustus and Livia Gallo-Roman Museum of Saint-Romain-en-Gal - Day 25
Tournon
Tournon greets you with its terraced vineyards and 10th-century castle perched on the hillside. In the morning, you can pick between exploring the castle and walking around town, hiking up through the vineyard slopes, or cycling along the Rhône. Later you'll have free time to relax, then gather for an aperitif on the castle terrace before heading back to the ship for French pastries. It's a nice balance of activity and downtime.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Aperitif on terrace of Tournon Castle with views over Rhône River and terraced vineyards
- Dessert buffet of French pastries from local pâtissier on board
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Tournon including 10th-16th century castle and free time to cross France's oldest suspension bridge to Tain l'Hermitage
- Hiking through sloping vineyards above Tournon with local wine production learning and tasting
- Biking along the Rhône River to nearby village of Glun
Landmarks Tournon Castle Suspension Bridge of Tournon Tain l'Hermitage - Day 26
Avignon
You'll dock in Avignon after lunch. This is the City of the Popes, and there's plenty to explore. Walk through the medieval city, see the Pope's Palace and Pont d'Avignon bridge, both on the World Heritage list. Your options include a guided walking tour of the medieval streets, heading out to see the ancient Pont du Gard aqueduct, or paddling a kayak right underneath it. If you're interested, there's also an optional gala dinner held right in the Pope's Palace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Avignon including historic city walls and Pope's Palace (moderate fitness required due to cobblestones and stairs)
- Excursion to Pont du Gard ancient Roman aqueduct with guided tour
- Kayaking at Pont du Gard on the Gardon River beneath the World Heritage-listed aqueduct
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Pont du Gard - Day 27
Avignon
You've got a full day to explore this gateway to Provence. Depending on what catches your interest, you can visit Gordes and Sénanque Abbey, head to the local market with a chef for a cooking demonstration and lunch, tour the lavender museums and Roussillon village, or spend time wine tasting at Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Since there's so much to do, pick what sounds best and take your time with it.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Luberon villages including Gordes and Sénanque Abbey (exterior visit only on Sundays when abbey is closed to visitors)
- Shop with a chef and Scenic Culinaire market visit with interactive cooking demonstration at on-board cooking school (market closed Mondays)
- Lavender Museum with visit to village of Roussillon and guided tour of ochre cliffs region
- Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape village at Côte du Rhône vineyards
Landmarks Gordes Sénanque Abbey Roussillon Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Day 28
Arles
Start your day in Arles by choosing how you want to experience this Provence city. You can join a guided walking tour that takes you through the famous amphitheatre and other Roman structures scattered throughout town, or head to the medieval village of Les Baux to see an immersive art installation. If you're interested in local production, there's a olive oil farm you can visit to learn how they make it, or check out a lavender essential oil farm instead. After lunch, the afternoon is yours to either wander around Arles at your own pace or join a painting class onboard that draws inspiration from Van Gogh's work in the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice guided tour of Arles including visit to Arènes d'Arles amphitheatre
- Scenic Freechoice visit to Les Baux with Carrières de Lumières immersive visual and musical installation
- Scenic Freechoice Ancestry of the Kitchen with olive mill - olive oil production techniques and traditional Provencal recipes
- Scenic Freechoice Discovery of Lavender from field to perfume - organic farm tour and creation of lavender perfume
Optional Activities
- Free exploration of Arles at own pace
- Onboard painting class inspired by Vincent Van Gogh's artistic heritage
Landmarks Arènes d'Arles Les Baux Carrières de Lumières - Day 29
Viviers
Viviers is like an open-air museum with medieval heritage that goes back to the 5th century. Your morning options include a walking tour of the town or a French Resistance history tour if that interests you. In the afternoon, you can explore Ardèche Nature Park with its Palaeolithic cave museum replica and underground Madeleine Caves, or take a trip to Grignan, a provincial town dominated by its castle. There's history layered throughout this stop.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Viviers with local guide exploring Cathedral of St. Vincent and architectural treasures with free leisure time
- French Resistance walking tour of Viviers learning stories of heroism during Nazi Occupation in World War II
- Ardèche Nature Park with Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum—world's largest decorated Palaeolithic cave replica
- Caves exploration in Ardèche Nature Park from Ardèche Gorge to Madeleine Caves with rock formations, stalagmites, stalactites, and underground lakes (moderate fitness and sturdy shoes required)
- Excursion to Grignan de Provence exploring castle and Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour with leisure time
Landmarks Cathedral of St. Vincent Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum Madeleine Caves Grignan Castle Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour - Day 30
Lyon
You'll enjoy a relaxed day cruising back toward Lyon, with beautiful Rhône River vistas from the Sun Deck, spa treatments at the Salt Therapy Lounge, or a French cookery lesson to sharpen your skills. This evening there's a performance by an acapella choir at Trinity Chapel.
Included Activities
- Acapella choir performance at Trinity Chapel (Scenic Enrich)
Optional Activities
- French cookery lesson in Scenic Culinaire
Landmarks Trinity Chapel - Day 31
Lyon
Lyon is where you're heading, France's culinary capital sitting at the point where two rivers meet. Pick your morning activity from exploring Roman-era traboules and the Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourviêre, checking out the medieval walled village of Pérouges which is beautifully preserved, or learning about silk painting history in this former silk production hub. You'll get a feel for why Lyon's food scene and architecture matter so much to the region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon exploring hidden traboules and secret passageways dating to 4th century and Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière with vantage point views
- Excursion to Pérouges medieval walled village on hilltop above Ain River with stone buildings, cobbled laneways, and centuries-old lime tree (high fitness level required due to uneven surfaces and steep hills)
- Silk painting workshop learning history and process of Lyon's five-century silk production heritage
Landmarks Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière Pérouges - Day 32
Paris
You'll head to Paris where you'll board the Scenic Gem for a cruise along the magnificent Seine River.
- Day 33
Les Andelys
Enjoying a relaxed morning cruising along the Seine, you'll arrive in Les Andelys after lunch. This 900-year-old waterside village has well-preserved Norman houses overlooked by the imposing ruins of Château Gaillard. Choose from a Medieval-themed hike to the castle, a town tour with castle visit, a cider farm visit, or exploration of Renaissance Château Gaillon.
Optional Activities
- Hike to Château Gaillard with 'Richard the Lionheart'
- Tour of Les Andelys with Château Gaillard
- Cider farm visit
- Renaissance-era Château Gaillon visit
Landmarks Château Gaillard Château Gaillon - Day 34
Rouen
You'll arrive in Rouen, Normandy's capital with 2,000 years of history. Pick from a walking tour exploring the cathedral district and Old Town, a tour where a Viking guide teaches you about Rollo and Medieval Rouen, or a photography discovery with a local photographer. This evening there's an expert lecture on WWI and the daily life of soldiers.
Included Activities
- Expert lecture on WWI - Day in the life of a Tommy
Optional Activities
- Rouen city tour
- Guided tour of Rouen with Rollo the Viking
- Photography discovery
Landmarks Rouen Cathedral Old Marketplace Saint-Maclou Quarter - Day 35
Rouen
You'll explore more of Rouen today with multiple options. Choose from a Normandy food tour tasting soft cheeses, cider and calvados, a full-day Somme Battlefields tour visiting Australian and Commonwealth memorials, or an alternative Somme tour visiting Thiepval Memorial.
Optional Activities
- Tastes of Normandy
- Excursion to the Somme Battlefields including Newfoundland Memorial Park
- Excursion to the Somme Battlefields including Thiepval
Landmarks Sir John Monash Centre Franco-Australian Museum Lochnagar Crater Newfoundland Memorial Park Caterpillar Valley Cemetery Thiepval Memorial - Day 36
Honfleur
Cruising west to Honfleur, a colorful port city on the edge of the English Channel and birthplace of Impressionism, you'll get a guided walking tour of the charming Inner Harbour, Church of Sainte-Catherine, and Garden of Personalities. This evening there's an engaging lecture about Operation Fortitude and Honfleur's role during D-Day.
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Honfleur
Landmarks Inner Harbour Church of Sainte-Catherine Garden of Personalities - Day 37
Honfleur
You'll spend a full day learning about this region's crucial WWII role. Choose from a US-focused Normandy Beaches tour visiting Utah Beach and Omaha Beach, a UK-focused tour visiting Bayeux and British memorials, a Canadian-focused tour of Juno Beach and Canadian sites, or a historical Bayeux city tour including the cathedral.
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Normandy Beaches including Omaha Beach (US history focused)
- Excursion to Normandy Beaches including British Normandy Memorial (UK history focused)
- Excursion to Normandy Beaches including Juno Beach Centre (Canadian history focused)
- Bayeux tour
Landmarks Utah Beach Sainte-Mère-Église Normandy American Cemetery Omaha Beach Bayeux War Cemetery Museum of the Battle of Normandy Landing Museum at Arromanches British Normandy Memorial Pegasus Bridge & Museum Ranville War Cemetery Abbey d'Ardenne Juno Beach Centre Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery Bayeux Notre Dame Cathedral of Bayeux - Day 38
Caudebec-en-Caux
Cruising inland to the small town of Caudebec-en-Caux set on a curve of the Seine, you can do an e-bike tour to Villequier visiting the Victor Hugo Museum, take a coach trip to Fécamp to tour the historic Bénédictine Palace with tasting, try a French Resistance history walking tour, or explore the Abbey Road for spiritual heritage.
Optional Activities
- Cycle to Villequier with Victor Hugo Museum
- Fécamp and Bénédictine Palace
- Tales of the French Resistance
- Normandy Abbey Road
Landmarks Villequier Victor Hugo Museum Fécamp Bénédictine Palace - Day 39
La Roche-Guyon
You'll arrive in Vernon, a town with rich heritage near Giverny. Options include visiting Monet's House and Garden with its Japanese water lily garden, or taking a self-guided bike ride to Giverny. In the afternoon you'll cruise toward La Roche-Guyon for an exclusive evening with drinks and classical concert at the 16th-century château.
Included Activities
- Classical concert at Château de La Roche-Guyon (Scenic Enrich)
Optional Activities
- Monet's House and Garden
- Self-guided cycle from Vernon to Giverny
- On-board painting class
Landmarks Monet's House and Garden Château de La Roche-Guyon - Day 40
Conflans-Saint-Honorine
Waking in Conflans-Saint-Honorine at the confluence of the Seine and Oise rivers, you'll see a Medieval town with quiet streets and riverside pathways. Choose from visiting Auvers-sur-Oise where Van Gogh painted his final works, touring Château de Chantilly (closed Tuesdays, replaced with Versailles), visiting the Inland Water Transport Museum, or exploring Château de Malmaison. In the afternoon you'll cruise back to Paris.
Optional Activities
- Visit to Auvers-Sur-Oise
- Château de Chantilly
- Musée de la Batellerie (inland water transport museum)
- Château de Malmaison
Landmarks Auvers-Sur-Oise Notre Dame de l'Assomption church Van Gogh's room Château de Chantilly Versailles Palace and Garden Musée de la Batellerie Château de Malmaison - Day 41
Paris
You'll arrive back in Paris with multiple options. Choose from a trendy Marais District walking tour with a Parisian guide, a highlights tour visiting famous sites like the Eiffel Tower or Opera Garnier theatre, or an excursion to Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte. In the afternoon you'll have free time to explore the Champs-Élysée, Eiffel Tower, Montmartre, or relax on the ship.
Optional Activities
- Trendy Marais with a local Parisian
- Highlights of Paris city tour
- Opera Garnier
- Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte
Landmarks Marais District Eiffel Tower Champs Elysée Arc de Triomphe Concorde Square Notre Dame Cathedral Opera Garnier Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte Montmartre Moulin Rouge - Day 42
Paris to Bordeaux
An included flight today will take you to Bordeaux where you'll board the Scenic Diamond.
Included Activities
- Flight from Paris to Bordeaux
- Day 43
Libourne
Admiring tranquil riverside scenery sailing toward Libourne this morning, you'll join a tour after lunch to nearby World Heritage Saint-Émilion, a village with thousands of years of history and a unique Monolithic Church mostly carved underground into the limestone.
Included Activities
- Excursion to Saint-Émilion after lunch
Landmarks Saint-Émilion Monolithic Church - Day 44
Fort Médoc
Exploring Libourne and its wine-growing surrounds this morning, you can do a walking tour of Libourne's wool, wine, salt and wood trading history, tour a vineyard in Saint-Émilion wine region with tasting, try a bike and tasting excursion at Château Siaurac, or join a Paint and Pour watercolour class on deck. You'll sail this afternoon to Fort Médoc.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Libourne
- Wines and Vineyards of Saint-Émilion
- Biking and tasting at Château Siaurac
- Paint and Pour watercolour class with wine tasting
Landmarks Château Siaurac - Day 45
Fort Médoc
You'll explore the Médoc region, the world's leading red wine producer. Choose from a coach tour through scenic vineyards with Route des Châteaux visiting a winery and tasting, or an e-bike tour exploring grand châteaux and prestigious estates. This evening there's a classical concert at the 13th-century Château d'Agassac.
Included Activities
- Classical Concert at Château d'Agassac (Scenic Enrich)
Optional Activities
- Médoc wine tasting by coach
- Médoc wine tasting by bicycle
Landmarks Route des Châteaux Château d'Agassac - Day 46
Cadillac
Relaxing on board this morning as you cruise to Cadillac, you can enjoy spa treatments or learn French cuisine in the Scenic Culinaire cooking school. You'll arrive in Cadillac after lunch, a picturesque town founded in 1280.
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments (additional cost)
- French cuisine in Scenic Culinaire
- Day 47
Cadillac
You'll explore the Sauternes wine region known for sweet, fortified wines. Morning options include a coach tour through Sauternes vineyards to a winery tasting, or a cycling tour through rolling vineyards. In the afternoon you can tour ancient Roquetaillade Castle, cycle through Loupiac wine region, or visit Château Toulouse-Lautrec.
Optional Activities
- Sauternes by coach
- Sauternes by bike
- Roquetaillade Castle tour
- Biking in Loupiac wine region
- Château Toulouse-Lautrec tour
Landmarks Roquetaillade Castle Château Benauge Château Toulouse-Lautrec - Day 48
Bordeaux
You'll discover Bordeaux's culinary delights with several options. Choose from a guided city tour visiting the cathedral and Place de la Bourse, a guided cycling tour sampling treats like canelé, a market visit with the ship's chef and cooking demonstration, or shop on your own. This evening you'll taste fresh oysters from Arcachon Bay. After hours you can explore the digital art installation at Bassins des Lumières with champagne and an exclusive show.
Included Activities
- Oyster tasting from Arcachon Bay
- Afterhours access to Bassins des Lumières with champagne and exclusive show (Scenic Enrich)
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux
- Cycling tour of Bordeaux
- Shop with a chef
Landmarks Gothic Cathedral Place de la Bourse Bassins des Lumières - Day 49
Bordeaux
You'll continue exploring Bordeaux with compelling options. Choose from visiting the interactive Cité du Vin Museum via local tram, cruising through Bordeaux on a motorcycle and sidecar, or a walking tour of charming bayside Arcachon finishing at Baltard market. In the afternoon you'll have leisure time on board as you sail toward Bourg.
Optional Activities
- Cité du Vin Museum
- Tour Bordeaux by motorbike & sidecar
- Visit Arcachon
Landmarks Cité du Vin Museum Arcachon Baltard market - Day 50
Bourg
Docking in Bourg, a picturesque town on a rocky promontory built as a defensive château with ancient alleyways, moats and bell towers on the Dordogne, you can visit the Carriages Museum inside Bourg Castle, tour charming Saintes with 2,000 years of history, or take a full-day Cognac excursion including a walking tour and Rémy Martin estate tasting.
Optional Activities
- Bourg with Carriages Museum
- Historic Saintes tour
- Full day excursion to Cognac
Landmarks Bourg Castle Carriages Museum Saintes Cognac Rémy Martin estate - Day 51
Blaye
You'll arrive in Blaye, a petite hamlet famous for its World Heritage-listed citadel built to protect Bordeaux from enemy attacks. Choose from a walking tour of charming Blaye viewing the citadel, an active walking tour exploring the fortifications designed by famous architect Sébastien Vauban, a cycling tour along the Captain's Road, or a visit to historic Château de la Roche Courbon.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye
- Active walking tour of Blaye citadel
- Cycling along the Captain's Road
- Visit Château de la Roche Courbon
Landmarks Blaye Citadel Château de la Roche Courbon - Day 52
Bordeaux
Your cruise concludes this morning in Bordeaux. You'll disembark after breakfast, taking with you memories from your river journey.
