Scenic River Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Prague

   Czech Republic

   

   The port of Prague is a vibrant gateway to Central Europe, renowned for its stunning architecture, rich history, and culinary delights. Must-do experiences include savoring traditional dishes like svíčková and exploring the charming streets of Český Krumlov. The best time to visit is during spring or early fall when the weather is pleasant and the city is alive with cultural festivals.

2. Day 2

   Prague

   Czech Republic

   

   The port of Prague is a vibrant gateway to Central Europe, renowned for its stunning architecture, rich history, and culinary delights. Must-do experiences include savoring traditional dishes like svíčková and exploring the charming streets of Český Krumlov. The best time to visit is during spring or early fall when the weather is pleasant and the city is alive with cultural festivals.

3. Day 3

   Prague

   Czech Republic

   

   The port of Prague is a vibrant gateway to Central Europe, renowned for its stunning architecture, rich history, and culinary delights. Must-do experiences include savoring traditional dishes like svíčková and exploring the charming streets of Český Krumlov. The best time to visit is during spring or early fall when the weather is pleasant and the city is alive with cultural festivals.

4. Day 4

   Prague

   Czech Republic

   

   The port of Prague is a vibrant gateway to Central Europe, renowned for its stunning architecture, rich history, and culinary delights. Must-do experiences include savoring traditional dishes like svíčková and exploring the charming streets of Český Krumlov. The best time to visit is during spring or early fall when the weather is pleasant and the city is alive with cultural festivals.

5. Day 4

   Regensburg

   Germany

   

   Regensburg, Bavaria's medieval masterpiece on the Danube, is one of Central Europe's most intact ancient cities — its Roman origins visible in the Porta Praetoria stone gate, its medieval prosperity celebrated in the soaring twin towers of St. Peter's Cathedral and the twelfth-century Stone Bridge. UNESCO World Heritage status acknowledges a skyline dotted with patrician towers, while the famous Historische Wurstküchl, Germany's oldest operating sausage kitchen, has been serving spit-grilled bratwurst since the 1140s. The surrounding hills produce excellent Bavarian whites. May through September offers the most convivial riverbank atmosphere.

6. Day 5

   Regensburg

   Germany

   

   Regensburg, Bavaria's medieval masterpiece on the Danube, is one of Central Europe's most intact ancient cities — its Roman origins visible in the Porta Praetoria stone gate, its medieval prosperity celebrated in the soaring twin towers of St. Peter's Cathedral and the twelfth-century Stone Bridge. UNESCO World Heritage status acknowledges a skyline dotted with patrician towers, while the famous Historische Wurstküchl, Germany's oldest operating sausage kitchen, has been serving spit-grilled bratwurst since the 1140s. The surrounding hills produce excellent Bavarian whites. May through September offers the most convivial riverbank atmosphere.

7. Day 6

   Passau

   Germany

   

   Passau occupies one of Central Europe's most dramatic natural stages — a narrow peninsula at the confluence of three rivers, the Danube, Inn, and Ilz, where the old town's baroque spires and shuttered merchants' houses crowd the very tip of the land between the waters. St. Stephen's Cathedral houses the world's largest church organ, a 17,974-pipe instrument whose daily concerts fill the nave with a sound that seems architectural in its density. The Veste Oberhaus fortress above the city commands panoramic views across three countries on clear days. Passau is a classic Danube river cruise departure point; spring and early autumn, when the river runs high and the light turns golden, are the finest seasons.

8. Day 6

   Schlögen

   Austria

   

   Schlögen, Austria, is a charming port town known for its breathtaking views along the Danube River and rich historical significance. Must-do experiences include savoring traditional dishes like Wiener Schnitzel and exploring nearby attractions such as Vienna and Dürnstein. The best season to visit is during the spring and summer months when the landscapes are vibrant and the local festivals are in full swing.

9. Day 7

   At Sea

   

10. Day 7

    Durnstein

    Austria

    

    Dürnstein is the jewel of the Wachau — that UNESCO-protected stretch of the Danube where medieval villages, baroque spires, and precipitous terraced vineyards create the most picturesque river landscape in Central Europe. The blue-and-white tower of the Augustinian monastery and the dramatic ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in 1192 define a skyline of romantic perfection. The surrounding vineyards produce some of Austria's greatest Grüner Veltliners and Rieslings; tasting rooms open directly onto the river path. May through October offers the finest conditions, with harvest season in September an especially memorable time to visit.

11. Day 8

    Vienna

    Austria

    

    The port of Vienna is a cultural gem along the Danube River, famous for its stunning architecture, rich history, and vibrant culinary scene. Must-do experiences include sampling authentic Wiener Schnitzel and visiting the picturesque village of Dürnstein. The best season to visit is spring or early fall, when the city's gardens bloom and outdoor activities abound.

12. Day 9

    Bratislava

    Slovakia

    

    Bratislava, the only national capital bordering two sovereign states, sits sixty kilometres downstream from Vienna on the Danube — close enough for a day trip to the Austrian capital, yet possessed of its own entirely distinct character: a pastel-hued medieval old town of hidden courtyards, playful bronze statues, and hilltop castle views, where wine bars pour outstanding Slovak Riesling at prices that make the Viennese feel extravagant. The city's dramatic reinvention since 1989 has produced a dynamic, youthful culture that fills the old quarter's restaurants and concert halls with genuine warmth. Pair with Vienna or Budapest for the classic Danube river trilogy; all three cities are within two hours of each other.

13. Day 10

    Budapest

    Hungary

    

    Budapest, divided by the Danube into the hilly Buda of thermal baths and medieval castle lanes on one bank and the grand Pest of coffee-house culture and Art Nouveau splendor on the other, delivers the most theatrical first impression of any European capital — whether approached by river as the neo-Gothic Parliament materializes from the water or by night from the Citadella's sweep of illuminated panorama below. The city's celebrated thermal bath culture, rooted in Ottoman-era hammams and perfected in palatial Secession-era pools like the Széchenyi, is an experience entirely unlike anything else in Europe. Visit spring and autumn for comfortable temperatures; Vienna is two and a half hours west by train.

14. Day 11

    Budapest

    Hungary

    

    Budapest, divided by the Danube into the hilly Buda of thermal baths and medieval castle lanes on one bank and the grand Pest of coffee-house culture and Art Nouveau splendor on the other, delivers the most theatrical first impression of any European capital — whether approached by river as the neo-Gothic Parliament materializes from the water or by night from the Citadella's sweep of illuminated panorama below. The city's celebrated thermal bath culture, rooted in Ottoman-era hammams and perfected in palatial Secession-era pools like the Széchenyi, is an experience entirely unlike anything else in Europe. Visit spring and autumn for comfortable temperatures; Vienna is two and a half hours west by train.

15. Day 12

    Mohacs

    Hungary

    

    Mohács is a historically significant Hungarian town on the Danube, renowned for the pivotal 1526 battle and the UNESCO-listed Busójárás winter festival featuring dramatic masked processions. Visitors should not miss the fiery halászlé fisherman's soup prepared with fresh Danube catch, and a wine excursion to the nearby Villány appellation for world-class reds. The ideal season to visit is late spring through early autumn for warm riverside days, though February offers the unforgettable spectacle of Busójárás.

16. Day 13

    Vukovar

    Croatia

    

    Vukovar, Croatia's largest river port, sits at the confluence of the Vuka and Danube rivers, offering a rich historical narrative and vibrant local culture. Must-do experiences include savoring traditional dishes like fiš paprikaš and exploring nearby attractions such as Trogir and Solin. The best time to visit is in late spring and early autumn when the weather is pleasant and the local events are in full swing.

17. Day 14

    Belgrade

    Serbia

    

    Belgrade, the 'White City' rebuilt at least forty times at the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, surprises every visitor with its raw, uncurated vitality — a capital that wears its turbulent history lightly while embracing the present with irresistible energy. The Kalemegdan Fortress, fortified for over two thousand years, offers the most dramatic river panorama on the entire Danube; below it, the Skadarlija cobblestone quarter fills nightly with kafana musicians and the aromas of Serbian rakija and roasted meats. Belgrade's nightlife — centered on the floating river clubs called splavovi — is genuinely legendary in Europe. Spring and early autumn offer the most comfortable conditions; the Iron Gate gorge is two hours downstream by river.

18. Day 15

    At Sea

    

19. Day 16

    Svishtov

    Bulgaria

    

    Svishtov is a historic Bulgarian Danube town where Russian forces crossed the river to liberate Bulgaria from Ottoman rule, featuring beautifully preserved National Revival-era merchants' houses and the birthplace of the nation's most famous writer. Must-dos include the Aleko Konstantinov House-Museum, day trips to Veliko Tarnovo's medieval fortress, and tasting traditional Bulgarian kavarma and local wines. Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions.

20. Day 16

    Ruse

    Bulgaria

    

    Ruse, Bulgaria's elegant Danube gateway, surprises with a Belle Époque city centre of Austro-Hungarian grandeur — neoclassical facades, ornate fountains, and a Liberty Monument that would not look out of place in Vienna. The city serves as the gateway to the spectacular Rusenski Lom Nature Park, whose limestone canyon shelters medieval rock-carved monasteries of eerie beauty. The remarkable Basarbovo Monastery, still inhabited by monks, clings to cliffs above the turquoise river. Local wineries produce distinguished Mavrud and Cabernet from the nearby Danube plains. May through September offers the most pleasant temperatures for exploration.

21. Day 17

    Silistra

    Bulgaria

    

    Silistra is an ancient Danube river port in northeastern Bulgaria, founded as the Roman garrison of Durostorum over two thousand years ago. Visitors should explore the remarkably preserved Roman tomb frescoes, climb to the Ottoman Medjidi Tabia fortress for river panoramas, and taste Danubian fish alongside robust local wines. May through September offers the warmest weather and most pleasant conditions for riverside exploration.

22. Day 18

    Giurgiu

    Romania

    

    Giurgiu, a historic port city on the Danube River, is a vibrant gateway to Romania's rich culture and medieval towns. Must-do experiences include savoring local delicacies like "mămăligă" and visiting nearby UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Sighișoara. The best season to visit is spring or early autumn, when the weather is mild and the landscapes are at their most picturesque.

23. Day 18

    Bucharest

    Romania

    

    Bucharest, Romania's sprawling and magnificently contradictory capital, layers Belle Époque mansions, communist-era boulevards, and a furiously creative twenty-first-century scene into a city that rewards the curious traveler who looks beyond the obvious. Ceaușescu's colossal Palace of the Parliament — the world's heaviest building and a monument to totalitarian hubris — is unmissable; equally essential is the neighborhood of Floreasca, where design studios, natural wine bars, and acclaimed restaurants have made Bucharest one of Europe's most exciting emerging food capitals. Visit April through June for the most pleasant weather. Transylvania, with Bran Castle and the medieval city of Brașov, lies two hours north through dramatic Carpathian scenery.

24. Day 19

    Bucharest

    Romania

    

    Bucharest, Romania's sprawling and magnificently contradictory capital, layers Belle Époque mansions, communist-era boulevards, and a furiously creative twenty-first-century scene into a city that rewards the curious traveler who looks beyond the obvious. Ceaușescu's colossal Palace of the Parliament — the world's heaviest building and a monument to totalitarian hubris — is unmissable; equally essential is the neighborhood of Floreasca, where design studios, natural wine bars, and acclaimed restaurants have made Bucharest one of Europe's most exciting emerging food capitals. Visit April through June for the most pleasant weather. Transylvania, with Bran Castle and the medieval city of Brașov, lies two hours north through dramatic Carpathian scenery.

Cabin Categories

Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2C

Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these 205ft² Balcony Suites are stylishly decorated and feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge. They also offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVFree Wi-Fi+3

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Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2A

Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these 205ft² Balcony Suites are stylishly decorated and feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge. They also offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVFree Wi-Fi+3

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Deluxe Balcony Suite

Suite

225 sq ftMax 2BD

These 225ft² suites are in prime locations at the front of the ship on both the Sapphire and Diamond Decks.They offer all the features of Scenic’s private Balcony Suites, including their ingenious Scenic Sun Lounge; but with even more space to relax.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+4

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Single Balcony Suite

Suite

153–170 sq ftMax 2BS

Located on the Sapphire deck this suite is perfect for the solo traveller. They are between 153 – 170ft². Enjoy fantastic views from your full size balcony complete with Scenic Sun Lounge. This cabin also includes an elegant bathroom, with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.

One Single BedShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVFree Wi-Fi+3

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Standard Suite

Suite

160 sq ftMax 2E

Our Jewel Deck Suites provide a lovely introduction to river cruising. Comfortable and luxurious with the finest in amenities.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVFree Wi-Fi+3

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Deluxe Balcony Suite

Suite

225 sq ftMax 2PD

These 225ft² suites are in prime locations at the front of the ship on both the Sapphire and Diamond Decks.They offer all the features of Scenic’s private Balcony Suites, including their ingenious Scenic Sun Lounge; but with even more space to relax.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableFree Mini BarTV+4

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Junior Balcony Suite

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2BJ

These 250ft²spacious Suites, are located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks. They have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms, featuring a large vanity basin and shower.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+5

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Junior Balcony Suite

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2RJ

These 250ft²spacious Suites, are located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks. They have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms, featuring a large vanity basin and shower.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+5

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Junior Balcony Suite

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2B1J

These 250ft²spacious Suites, are located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks. They have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms, featuring a large vanity basin and shower.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedSuite BenefitsFree Mini Bar+5

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Royal Balcony Suite

Suite

360 sq ftMax 2RR

These Suites located on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space, impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableSuite Benefits+6

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Royal Owner's Suite

Suite

315 sq ftMax 2RO

These Suites on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space (315ft²), impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableSuite Benefits+5

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Royal Panorama Suite

Suite

475 sq ftMax 2RP

These Suites located on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space (475ft²), impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableSuite Benefits+4

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