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Scenic Luxury Cruises
M aybe you’ve experienced a luxury vacation before, but to what degree? Did you have a butler that seemed to anticipate your every need? Was there a lounge with 100 different whiskeys from around the world, ready for you to try? Did the ship have a custom-built submersible ready to take you deep below the surface to see the ocean in an entirely different way? This is cruising to the Nth Degree, going above and beyond. Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours takes everything you think you know about the small ship cruising experience and elevates it to something even more grand.
When it comes to having an ultra-luxury experience, it’s not just about what’s on the ship, but who’s on the ship that sets the tone for your experience. Scenic hosts an expert team of captain and crew, world-class chefs, butlers and their very own “Discovery Team,” which is made up of 20 experts in each field. Historians, marine biologists, archaeologists, photographers and other experts are on-staff to ensure deeper cultural immersion and exploration programming on all Expedition and Discovery Voyages. As a company with roots in tour operations, Scenic is able to provide land excursions that go beyond what other cruise lines may offer.
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Scenic has an open bridge policy that allows guests to chat with the crew whenever conditions allow
Deluxe Verandah Suite
Sailing in ultra-luxury
Life aboard a Discovery Yacht
Exploring the world's rivers in style
Exploring the Kimberley
Discovery Team in The Kimberley, Australia
Soaking bathtub in the Spa Suite
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Scenic Eclipse in Lisbon, Portugal
Butler serving breakfast on the Owners Penthouse Suite terrace
Scenic Lounge Whiskey Bar
Custom-built submersible
Note: helicopters and submersibles are not available in all destinations
Vitality Pool on the Sky Deck onboard Scenic Eclipse II
Custom-built submarine
Antarctica
Royal Panorama Suite
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Panorama Suite
Hot tub on the terrace of the Owner’s Penthouse Suite
Scenic Crystal in Dürnstein, Austria
Meals and beverages are truly all-inclusive—all guests enjoy unlimited drinks (even premium spirits) during or outside of meal times. With 38 chefs and a handful of restaurants that cater to all different palettes, the quality of food onboard matches every other part of your cruise. Dine with just 10 other guests for a 6-course meal one evening and opt for a more relaxed dinner the next. You choose exactly what type of experience you want each day, and it’s all included.
Cruising to the Nth Degree means taking what you know about luxury and raising your expectations even further. Mattresses, sun loungers, pillows—they’re all custom-designed specifically for comfort at sea. Guests can even select from an extensive pillow menu that lists out options according to individual preference, from side-sleeper types, to anti-aging elements, to ones infused with organic lavender and rose petal scents.
Beyond a good night's sleep, guests have world-class wellness options available to them on their Scenic cruise. Take advantage of complimentary classes at the PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio and POWER: Gym, then relax in the expansive 5,900-square-foot Senses Spa, with therapeutic showers, an infrared sauna, temperature-controlled Vitality Pool and steam rooms. An extensive menu of treatments spans from massages and facials to alternative therapies such as Japanese Shiatsu, Indian Ayurvedic massage and Tibetan Sound Bowls.
Sail aboard Scenic Eclipse and Scenic Eclipse II to experience some of the most luxurious suites at sea. Each features personalized butler service, a complimentary minibar restocked daily and a private verandah or terrace for an open-air view. Designed with state-of-the-art technology and hardware, yachts have a Polar Class 6 rating, meaning it can push through almost four feet of ice, and include custom-built stabilizing features, a strengthened hull and other elements that improve maneuverability and comfort. They’re also ahead of the curve in terms of sustainability initiatives. As part of Scenic’s multifaceted Cherish the Planet program, they work with a third-party organization to calculate and improve their carbon footprint, source fresh, local produce where possible and have almost completely eliminated single-use plastic on board.
With a custom-built submarine and onboard helicopter available at an additional cost, there’s no shortage of ultra-luxury on Scenic Eclipse. On select voyages, take a helicopter ride to see the emperor penguins at Snow Hill Island in Antarctica or journey below the horizon and explore marine life on a one-of-a-kind adventure in Guanaja Bay. If staying closer to sea level is more your style, the yachts also feature a salt therapy lounge with heated beds and aromatherapy scents for multisensory rejuvenation.
Depending on the level of adventure you are looking for, there’s a yacht experience tailored just for you. The first are Expedition Voyages, which are capped at 200 guests and take you to otherworldly destinations for an adventure-packed, educational vacation with up to 20 experts—think viewing towering glaciers up close via zodiac in Antarctica. On the other hand, Discovery Voyages can have a larger guest count and blend exploration with rejuvenation. They include adventures like exploring the fjords and glacier fields of Iceland and Greenland and include a Discovery Team of up to 15 experts. The third type, Cruise Voyages, offer more cultural and leisurely exploration, such as sailing the Mediterranean and snorkeling around the coast of Corsica.
What does it mean to sail the world’s rivers in a Scenic Space-Ship? For starters, it means passing by the stunning landscapes of Europe and Southeast Asia in your own private sanctuary. Each features a custom-built queen-size Scenic Slumber Bed, sleek, modern design and the highest sound insulation possible for some of the best sleep on the river. There’s a variety of fine dining and more relaxed restaurants on board, and an exceptional wellness center that features a walking track, outdoor pool, salt therapy lounge and even aerial yoga classes.
Europe river cruises offer the chance to travel to multiple charming ports on one hassle-free vacation. The Scenic Enrich program connects guests with art, music and culture activities that tell a unique story about each destination. You’ll travel with no more than 163 guests and enjoy once-in-a-lifetime moments like catching a private concert at a historic palace in Germany, exploring private chambers of an ornate castle in Hungary and more.
Or, journey to Vietnam and Cambodia on a Southeast Asia river cruise. You’ll travel along the Mekong River with no more than 68 guests and enjoy all of the same luxuries as you would on a Europe River cruise. On land, receive a blessing from a monk in Cambodia one day and enjoy a gala dinner at a 10th century temple the next. On board, take a dip in the Vitality Pool and curl up with a book in the Observation Lounge. On a Scenic river cruise, the options for cultural exploration and luxurious relaxation take things to the Nth Degree.
With a guest to staff ratio close to 1:1, you can expect a level of service that’s detail-oriented and tailored just for you. From gourmet dining options inspired by regional cuisines to a “pillow menu” that lets you choose from six different types of neck support, every aspect of the cruising experience has seemingly been considered and curated—and you get the luxury of just relaxing and being fully present on your vacation. Then, there are the destinations to which Scenic sails—everywhere from untouched bays in Antarctica to hidden coves along the Mediterranean coast to undiscovered spots in Southeast Asia.
Here’s what you can expect on board a Scenic cruise:
Antarctica
Scenic Whiskey Bar
White fish at Lumière Restaurant & Champagne Bar
Fresh pasta with tomato sauce at Elements Restaurant & Wine Bar
Koko's Asian Fusion Restaurant
Lumière Restaurant & Champagne Bar
Elements Restaurant & Wine Bar
sailing in ultra-luxury | life aboard a discovery yacht | exploring the world's rivers
sailing in ultra-luxury | life aboard a discovery yacht | exploring the world's rivers