Scenic River Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Amsterdam

   Netherlands

   

   Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canal ring — a concentric web of seventeenth-century merchant houses and arching stone bridges — remains one of the Western world's most perfectly preserved Golden Age cityscapes, best explored by bicycle or canal boat at a pace that lets the city's genius reveal itself slowly. The Rijksmuseum's collection of Rembrandt and Vermeer masterpieces is essential, while the Anne Frank House offers one of Europe's most profoundly moving historical encounters. Spring brings the iconic tulip season; summer fills the terraces of the Jordaan district. Schiphol Airport makes Amsterdam a seamless gateway to the entire European continent.

2. Day 2

   Amsterdam

   Netherlands

   

   Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canal ring — a concentric web of seventeenth-century merchant houses and arching stone bridges — remains one of the Western world's most perfectly preserved Golden Age cityscapes, best explored by bicycle or canal boat at a pace that lets the city's genius reveal itself slowly. The Rijksmuseum's collection of Rembrandt and Vermeer masterpieces is essential, while the Anne Frank House offers one of Europe's most profoundly moving historical encounters. Spring brings the iconic tulip season; summer fills the terraces of the Jordaan district. Schiphol Airport makes Amsterdam a seamless gateway to the entire European continent.

3. Day 3

   Amsterdam

   Netherlands

   

   Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canal ring — a concentric web of seventeenth-century merchant houses and arching stone bridges — remains one of the Western world's most perfectly preserved Golden Age cityscapes, best explored by bicycle or canal boat at a pace that lets the city's genius reveal itself slowly. The Rijksmuseum's collection of Rembrandt and Vermeer masterpieces is essential, while the Anne Frank House offers one of Europe's most profoundly moving historical encounters. Spring brings the iconic tulip season; summer fills the terraces of the Jordaan district. Schiphol Airport makes Amsterdam a seamless gateway to the entire European continent.

4. Day 4

   Dordrecht

   Netherlands

   

   Dordrecht, one of the oldest cities in the Netherlands, is a historic port known for its medieval architecture and vibrant atmosphere. Must-do experiences include exploring its picturesque canals and indulging in local delicacies like herring and stroopwafels. The best time to visit is during the spring and summer months when the city comes alive with festivals and outdoor markets.

5. Day 5

   Veere

   Netherlands

   

   Veere is a perfectly preserved Dutch harbour village in Zeeland province that once served as Scotland's official trading port for over 250 years. Must-dos include exploring the grand Grote Kerk and Scottish Houses, feasting on Eastern Scheldt mussels and oysters, and cycling the flat dike paths to the Delta Works. Visit between May and September for golden-lit evenings and lively waterfront café culture.

6. Day 6

   Antwerp

   Belgium

   

   Antwerp has been one of Europe's great mercantile capitals since the fifteenth century, when it commanded the world's first commodity exchange and Peter Paul Rubens made it the artistic capital of the Baroque world — a legacy preserved in the magnificent Rubenshuis studio and the soaring Cathedral of Our Lady, whose nave houses four of the master's greatest altarpieces. Today the city leads global fashion from the acclaimed Antwerp Six design school and remains the diamond capital of the world, with 84% of the world's rough diamonds trading through its storied district. Visit in spring or autumn; Brussels and Bruges are each under an hour away by train.

7. Day 7

   Arnhem

   Netherlands

   

   Arnhem, the refined capital of Gelderland province, sits along the Lower Rhine in the eastern Netherlands — a city where wartime history, world-class art at the Kröller-Müller Museum, and the wild beauty of De Hoge Veluwe National Park converge. Visitors should not miss the Van Gogh collection and sculpture gardens, nor the chance to taste *Arnhemse meisjes*, the city's signature nineteenth-century biscuit. Late spring through early autumn offers the finest conditions, when Sonsbeek Park's woodland ravines are lush and the riverside terraces invite long, golden evenings.

8. Day 8

   Hoorn

   Netherlands

   

   Hoorn is a beautifully preserved Golden Age harbour town on the IJsselmeer in North Holland, once a powerful seat of the Dutch East India Company whose legacy shaped global exploration. Visitors should not miss the Westfries Museum on the Roode Steen square and a harbourside tasting of local kibbeling and aged North Holland cheeses. Spring — particularly late March through May during tulip season — is the finest time to visit, when the surrounding polder landscapes burst into colour and river cruise itineraries from AmaWaterways, Viking, and others are at their most compelling.

9. Day 9

   Amsterdam

   Netherlands

   

   Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canal ring — a concentric web of seventeenth-century merchant houses and arching stone bridges — remains one of the Western world's most perfectly preserved Golden Age cityscapes, best explored by bicycle or canal boat at a pace that lets the city's genius reveal itself slowly. The Rijksmuseum's collection of Rembrandt and Vermeer masterpieces is essential, while the Anne Frank House offers one of Europe's most profoundly moving historical encounters. Spring brings the iconic tulip season; summer fills the terraces of the Jordaan district. Schiphol Airport makes Amsterdam a seamless gateway to the entire European continent.

10. Day 10

    Amsterdam

    Netherlands

    

    Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canal ring — a concentric web of seventeenth-century merchant houses and arching stone bridges — remains one of the Western world's most perfectly preserved Golden Age cityscapes, best explored by bicycle or canal boat at a pace that lets the city's genius reveal itself slowly. The Rijksmuseum's collection of Rembrandt and Vermeer masterpieces is essential, while the Anne Frank House offers one of Europe's most profoundly moving historical encounters. Spring brings the iconic tulip season; summer fills the terraces of the Jordaan district. Schiphol Airport makes Amsterdam a seamless gateway to the entire European continent.

Cabin Categories

Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2A

Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks they feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive ‘Sun Lounge’ system and are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europe’s rivers.

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

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Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2P

Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks they feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Sun Lounge system and are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europe’s rivers.

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

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Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2B

Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks they feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Sun Lounge system and are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europe’s rivers.

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

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Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2C

Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks they feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Sun Lounge system and are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europe’s rivers.

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

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Single Balcony Suite

Suite

153–170 sq ftMax 2BS

The Single Balcony Suite on the Scenic Ruby offers a comfortable 205 sq ft* space tailored for solo travelers, located on the Sapphire Deck. It features the signature Scenic Sun Lounge—a glass-enclosed balcony that converts to an open-air veranda at the push of a button—along with a Queen-size Slumber Bed, butler service, and a spacious bathroom with a shower.A private, all-weather balcony with electric windows and wicker chairs that can be enclosed to expand the indoor living space. Sleeping & Living Area: Queen-size Scenic Slumber Bed with Egyptian cotton linens and a pillow menu. Bathroom: Spacious shower, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers, and L'Occitane toiletries. Service & Technology: Dedicated butler service (valet, shoeshine, drink service), 32-inch Samsung HDTV linked to a Mac mini system, and safe. Amenities: Complimentary daily restocked mini-bar, complimentary Wi-Fi, and individual climate control.

One Single BedShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVFree Wi-Fi+3

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Standard Stateroom

Suite

160 sq ftMax 2E

Standard Suites are located on the Jewel Deck with large picture windows to ensure a great view. They have a spacious design and clever layout alongside all the usual luxurious amenities and furnishings.

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

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Junior Balcony Suite

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2RJ

These spacious Suites (250ft²), located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin, bathtub with shower above.

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

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Junior Balcony Suite

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2BJ

These spacious Suites (250ft²), located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin, bathtub with shower above.

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

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Royal Balcony Suite

Suite

360 sq ftMax 2RA

These suites 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+5

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Royal Balcony Suite

Suite

360 sq ftMax 2R

These suites 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+5

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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 ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerBathToiletries ProvidedRoom Service Available+5

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Royal Panorama Suite

Suite

475 sq ftMax 2RS

At 325ft², this suite is the largest on the ship. At the rear of the Diamond Deck, enjoy panoramic views of the breathtaking passing scenery through floor to ceiling windows across two walls of the cabin.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerBathToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTV+4

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