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Beautiful Bordeaux
11 Day Cruise Bordeaux > Bordeaux
Day 01 Bordeaux
Welcome to Bordeaux. Your friendly crew are ready to welcome you on board the luxurious Scenic Diamond.
Day 02 Bordeaux > Saint-Émilion
Enjoy a relaxing morning as you cruise into the beautiful 13th century port of Libourne. Spend the afternoon in the nearby town of Saint-Émilion, a medieval village with world famous wineries. You’ll get the chance to take in all its beauty, and to explore the underground catacombs of the Monolithic Church.
Day 03 Libourne > Fort Médoc
Freechoice: Enjoy a guided tour of Libourne and view its quaint 16th century town-houses and Gothic church, or view the eclectic city of Bergerac. Alternatively, explore the estate of Château Siaurac with a wine tasting, or join a cycling tour through the region to the estate.
Day 04 Médoc
Freechoice: Travel the Médoc wine route and sample the region’s finest wine at a local estate. Alternatively, cycle through the region to a grand château where you will enjoy a tasting of delicious wine.
Enrich: Set in spectacular surrounds, Château d’Agassac is truly enchanting and is the venue for your unforgettable evening concert. Soak in the ambience of this magnificent property as live musicians perform classical masterpieces for your exclusive enjoyment.
Day 05 Pauillac > Cadillac
Soak in the vistas as you cruise past the picturesque landscapes of the Garonne River into Cadillac. While on board, you may choose to hone your cooking skills with a lesson in Scenic Culinaire.
Day 06 Cadillac
Freechoice: Venture into the Sauternes region for a delicious wine tasting at Château de Rayne Vigneau, or cycle through the vineyards to the Grand Cru Classé estate of Lafaurie Peyraguey for a tasting.
Freechoice: This afternoon, visit Roquetaillade Castle; it’s one of the region’s most impressive historic sites. Alternatively, visit a truffle farm and sample the delicious delicacy, or perhaps enjoy a visit to Château Malrome, the family home of artist Toulouse Lautrec.
Day 07 Bordeaux
Freechoice: Shop with a Chef at a local food market and cook up a storm in Scenic Culinaire. Alternatively, enjoy a guided tour of Bordeaux, or if you’re feeling more active, you may choose to cycle the historic parts of the city. Back on board your Cruise Director will organise a treat for you, with a tasting of fresh oysters straight from the waters of Arcachon Bay.
Enrich: During afterhours access you will be welcomed with a glass of Champagne and treated to an exclusive show at Bassins de Lumières, Bordeaux’s former submarine base which has been transformed into an impressive digital art installation.
Tour
Day 08 Bordeaux > Arcachon > Bourg
Freechoice: Journey to Arcachon and join a walking tour to visit the local markets, or climb Dune du Pilat, Europe’s largest sand dune. Alternatively, stay in Bordeaux and take a tram to the Cité du Vin museum.
Day 09 Cognac
Freechoice: Discover the Carriages Museum in the enchanting Bourg Castle. Alternatively, spend a full day exploring the fortified town of Cognac, renowned for its production of fine brandy and afterwards, enjoy a tasting at the acclaimed property of Rémy Martin.
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Day 10 Blaye > Bordeaux
Freechoice: Stroll through the charming town of Blaye during a guided walking tour, or take a more active walk through the Citadel of Blaye. Alternatively, join a 30 kilometre roundtrip cycle, or explore the fairytale Château de La Roche Courbon.
Day 11 Bordeaux
Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Bordeaux airport or train station for your onward journey. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise will operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 74-77.
Extend your journey
Combine this cruise with the Highlights of Paris and/or Madrid
Please see pages 64-65 or visit scenic.ca/river-cruises/extensions for more information
2024 PRICING AND EARLY ACCESS PROMOTIONS – BOOK BY APRIL 17, 2023
Journey code: BOD Super Earlybird Offer: Fly Free in Economy (or Air Credit $1,200pp) + Save $400pp* OR Earlybird Offer: Save $900pp*
Strictly Limited Super Earlybird Offer: Full payment is due 12 months prior to departure for Super Earlybird offer to apply. For cruises booked within 12 months of departure, full payment is required at time of booking
Deposit per person (required within 2 days of booking): $500pp. *Offers are subject to availability and Super Earlybird offer is not available if using a Future Travel Credit (FTC) voucher. ^Except for a very small number of fine and vintage wines, Champagne and spirits. All prices are per person, twin share in CAD and include taxes and charges. Not all suite types are available on all Space-Ships. Itinerary and date subject to change. *For all offers and terms and conditions please refer to pages 12-13 & 74-77.
Normandy & Gems of the Seine
11 Day Cruise Paris > Paris
Day 01 Paris
Enjoy a welcome dinner before cruising out of Paris with the beautiful city as a backdrop.
Day 02 Les Andelys
Freechoice: Join a hike with a difference and visit King Richard the Lionheart’s Château Gaillard, or journey to Lyons la Forêt, one of the most beautiful villages of France, and visit a local farm to sample cider, the region’s specialty. Alternatively, join a walking tour or cycling tour of the beautiful village of Les Andelys.
Day 03 Rouen
Freechoice: Enjoy a guided tour of Rouen or learn about the Viking Warlord Rollo ‘the Walker’, who will host a guided walking tour.
This afternoon you’ll gain fascinating insights into the Somme battlefields and learn about what life was like for a soldier during WWI during an informative lecture. After dinner, a local pâtissier will tantalise your taste buds with a selection of their finest desserts.
Day 04 Rouen
Freechoice: Get a glimpse of what the Somme battlefields might have been like for those caught up in this terrible World War I battle.
You may choose to visit the Australian National Memorial as well as the Caterpillar Valley Memorial, dedicated to the New Zealand citizens who perished during the Battle of the Somme or, you may choose to visit the Lochnagar Crater, the Newfoundland memorial park and the Thiepval memorial. Alternatively, stay in Rouen and explore the collection of impressionist paintings at the Museum of Fine Arts.
Day 05 Rouen > Honfleur
Relax on board this morning as you cruise toward the open waters of the English Channel.
Freechoice: Explore Honfleur on a guided walking tour or visit charming Normandy villages and discover traditional Cheeses and Calvados.
Day 06 Honfleur
Freechoice: Visit the historic Normandy beaches. Here you have three equally fascinating options to choose from. Explore the involvement of British forces as you visit key sites including the Landing Museum in Arromanches and the British Normandy Memorial or, learn about the US contribution to the battle at Utah Beach and Memorial before a visit to the Normandy American Cemetery and visitor centre or, view the battle through the eyes of Canadian forces as you visit Juno Beach Centre, a museum that focuses on the Canadian war effort as well as the Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery. Alternatively, visit Bayeux and its famous Tapestry.
Day 07 Honfleur > Caudebec-en-Caux
Freechoice: Visit Fécamp and its mighty palace or the seaside town of Étretat. Alternatively, travel to the hilltop
Please see page 16 or visit scenic.ca for full list of inclusions.
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Giverny
Tour code: SEI
River Cruise Cruise start/finish e Enrich Freechoice
1 Overnight
France
Chantilly
Château Gaillard
710km Cruised | 1 Country | 1 Capital City | 7 Ports village of Bolbec and view fabrics at the Textile Museum before visiting a traditional Normandy farm or cycle to the charming village of Villequier.
Day 08 Vernon
Freechoice: Visit Giverny and Monet’s former residence and gardens, or get your heart pumping on a self-guided cycle through Vernon to Giverny where you have the opportunity to visit Monet’s garden.
Enrich: Built into a steep rock face overlooking the Seine River, Château de La Roche-Guyon is a sight to behold. Experience the opulence and grandeur of yesteryear as you enjoy a classical concert performed by the region’s most reputable musicians.
Day 09 Conflans > Paris
Freechoice: Discover the charms of Auvers-sur-Oise and see Vincent van Gogh’s room, or step inside the magnificent Chantilly Castle. Alternatively, visit the great stables on the grounds of Chantilly.
Day 10 Paris
Freechoice: Walk through the trendy Marais district, or admire the extravagance and grandeur of the famous Opera Garnier on a guided tour. Alternatively, see the iconic landmarks of Paris during a city tour, or you may wish to explore beyond Paris and tour the 17th century estate of Château Vaux-le-Vicomte.
Day 11 Paris
Your trip concludes after breakfast as you disembark and transfer to Paris airport.
This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 74-77.
2024 PRICING AND EARLY ACCESS PROMOTIONS – BOOK BY APRIL 17, 2023
Journey code: SEI
Super Earlybird Offer: Fly Free in Economy (or Air Credit $1,200pp) + Save $400pp* OR Earlybird Offer: Save $900pp*
Strictly Limited Super Earlybird Offer: Full payment is due 12 months prior to departure for Super Earlybird offer to apply. For cruises booked within 12 months of departure, full payment is required at time of booking
Deposit per person (required within 2 days of booking): $500pp. *Offers are subject to availability and Super Earlybird offer is not available if using a Future Travel Credit (FTC) voucher. ^Except for a very small number of fine and vintage wines, Champagne and spirits. All prices are per person, twin share in CAD and include taxes and charges. Not all suite types are available on all Space-Ships. Itinerary and date subject to change. *For all offers and terms and conditions please refer to pages 12-13 & 74-77.
Bordeaux Affair
8 Day Cruise Bordeaux > Bordeaux
Days 01-02 Bordeaux > Saint-Émilion
Embark in Bordeaux then cruise to Saint-Émilion.
Days 03-04 Libourne > Blaye
Freechoice: Explore Libourne or Bergerac or Château Siaurac.
Freechoice: Discover Blaye, or cycle along the Captain’s Road.
Enrich: Enjoy a classical concert at Château d’Agassac.
Days 05-06 Médoc > Cadillac
Freechoice: Travel the Médoc wine route by coach or e-bike.
Freechoice: Visit the Carriages Museum or a local Château.
Freechoice: Taste wine in the Sauternes region or tour Cadillac.
Days 07-08 Bordeaux
Freechoice: Be guided through Bordeaux
Farewell the Scenic Diamond as you’re transferred to Bordeaux airport or train station.
This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise will operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 74-77.
Tour code: BORD River Cruise
Freechoice
Truly all-inclusive luxury cruising in a class of its own
Included cruise highlights: Small ship experience for up to only 149 guests
All meals and beverages included, all day, every day^
A choice of dining venues, from fine dining to casual Spacious Balcony Suites with Scenic Sun Lounge Butler service for all guests
An Exclusive Scenic Enrich experience
Choice of 16 Scenic Freechoice activities For full list of inclusions, see scenic.ca
Extend your journey
Combine this cruise with the Highlights of Paris and/or Madrid. Please see pages 64-65 or visit scenic.ca/river-cruises/extensions for more information.
2024 PRICING AND EARLY ACCESS PROMOTIONS – BOOK BY APRIL 17, 2023
Journey code: BORD
Super Earlybird Offer: Fly for $295 in Economy (or Air Credit $900)* OR Earlybird Offer: Save $600pp*
Strictly Limited Super Earlybird Offer: Full payment is due 12 months prior to departure for Super Earlybird offer to apply. For cruises booked within 12 months of departure, full payment is required at time of booking Deposit per person (required within 2 days of booking): $500pp. *Offers are subject to availability and Super Earlybird offer is not available if using a Future Travel Credit (FTC) voucher. ^Except for a very small number of fine and vintage wines, Champagne and spirits. All prices are per person, twin share in CAD and include taxes and charges. Not all suite types are available on all Space-Ships. Itinerary and date subject to change. *For all offers and terms and conditions please refer to pages 12-13 & 74-77.
Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Idyllic Rhône
8 Day Cruise Lyon > Nice
Days 01-02 Lyon
Freechoice: Visit Pérouges, explore Lyon, cycle to the Botanical Gardens or discover Lyon’s silk producing heritage.
Days 03-04 Mâcon > Vienne
Freechoice: Explore the Beaujolais region, Cluny, or Château de Cormatin. Discover Vienne on foot or by bike.
Days 05-06 Viviers > Avignon
Freechoice: Enjoy a walking tour of Viviers or Grignan. Freechoice: Explore Avignon’s Popes’ Palace, admire the Pont du Gard, Shop with a Chef, or visit a Côtes du Rhone vineyard. Enrich: You’re invited to an exclusive concert at Avignon’s prestigious Palais des Papes.
Days 07-08 Avignon > Arles > Nice
Freechoice: Visit a local olive farm or Arles including its Arena or stay on board for a painting class.
This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 74-77.
Journey code: FCCC
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Pont du Gard
Tour code: FCCC
River Cruise
Cruise start/finish e Enrich
Freechoice
1 Overnight
Saône Rhône
Pérouges Arles Nice
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Grignan
Moselle Valley, Germany
Truly all-inclusive luxury cruising in a class of its own
Included cruise highlights: Small ship experience for up to only 149 guests
All meals and beverages included, all day, every day^
A choice of dining venues, from fine dining to casual Spacious Balcony Suites with Scenic Sun Lounge Butler service for all guests
An Exclusive Scenic Enrich experience
Your choice of 19 Scenic Freechoice activities
For full list of inclusions, see scenic.ca
Extend your journey
Combine this cruise with the Highlights of Paris.
Please visit scenic.ca/river-cruises/ extensions for more information.
2024 PRICING AND EARLY ACCESS PROMOTIONS – BOOK BY APRIL 17, 2023
Super Earlybird Offer: Fly for $295 in Economy (or Air Credit $900)* OR Earlybird Offer: Save $600pp*
Strictly Limited Super Earlybird Offer: Full payment is due 12 months prior to departure for Super Earlybird offer to apply. For cruises booked within 12 months of departure, full payment is required at time of booking Deposit per person (required within 2 days of booking): $500pp. *Offers are subject to availability and Super Earlybird offer is not available if using a Future Travel Credit (FTC) voucher. ^Except for a very small number of fine and vintage wines, Champagne and spirits. All prices are per person, twin share in CAD and include taxes and charges. Not all suite types are available on all Space-Ships. Itinerary and date subject to change. *For all offers and terms and conditions please refer to pages 12-13 & 74-77.
