LIFE ON THE RIVERS

Locked Rivers

To make traversing the rivers of Europe accessible and seamless, water locks were added. A lock is an elevator with which ships can be raised or lowered to overcome the water level disparities between different sections of the river.

Europe’s waterways are filled with locks and the Main-Danube Canal alone has 16 locks, some as high as 82 feet. The invention of the water locks is a true engineering marvel with Italian scientist and artist, Leonardo da Vinci, providing clever designs to perfect the process. Watching your Captain expertly manoeuvre through these narrow locks is a treat.

La Mascaret, Bordeaux’s Waterways

The proximity to the Atlantic Ocean creates an inland tidal bore known as “La Mascaret”. It is a fascinating natural phenomenon that results in waves and has been known to attract surfers. La Mascaret may guide you through the beauty of the Bordeaux region and may impact the order of the itinerary as it sweeps up the twin rivers.

Constant State of Flux

Our state-of-the-art Scenic Space-Ships are designed to convert easily to slide under bridges and cruise shallow waters. However, despite detailed planning, some days Mother Nature simply doesn’t co-operate. High or low water levels lead to lock closures and difficulties passing under bridges. Our local offices in Europe monitor levels closely to handle all navigation issues in a timely and efficient manner to minimize disruptions.

Itinerary Deviations

A deviation can be a minor inconvenience, a prolonged change or an extended disruption depending on the specific circumstances on the rivers at that time. These generally occur when a ship can’t pass through or stop in a section of the river due to water levels, a closed lock or river obstruction.

As your 5-star floating hotel cruises through some of the most iconic waterways of Europe, not only will you witness Mother Nature at her best, but also human engineering at its finest.

Minor Disruption

Prolonged Disruption

What does an itinerary deviation look like?

How could it impact my trip and how might I be compensated?

Coaches transfer guests from their original Space-Ship to a new one on the other side of the obstruction. These ‘ship swaps’ are performed with the least impact possible with your Cruise Director accompanying you onto the new ship with all belongings. You will be accommodated in a suite of the same type and value; should this not be possible you will be compensated the difference in the value of the suites.

Coaches may be used to transfer guests to included sightseeing locations, while continuing to be accommodated on your Scenic Space-Ship. A prolonged disruption may also require the Space-Ships to continuously cruise without stopping for touring. Under Scenic’s River Cruise Cover you will be compensated between $100-$200 per person, per day of the disruption should we not be able to fulfill the sightseeing listed in the itinerary.

Extended/ Major Disruption

Accommodation may need to be provided off-ship in hotels with all meals provided. To the best of our ability, we ensure hotels are of similar standard to your Space-Ship. Meals will be included, however, alcoholic drinks and amenities such as butler service, may or may not be included. Touring is by coach. As we understand this experience will not be same as being on board a Space-Ship, under Scenic’s River Cruise Cover you will be compensated based on the suite category booked, between $300-$800 per person, per day for up to seven days. Alternatively, a full refund for the remainder of the cruise may apply should you choose to disembark and end the journey.

Danube in Depth

Day 01 Nuremberg

Welcome to Germany and the historic city of Nuremberg. Embark your state-of-the-art Scenic Space-Ship and toast the occasion at this evening’s welcome reception.

Day 02 Nuremberg

Freechoice: Explore this wonderful medieval city on foot with your local guide or learn about the Trials and Tribulations of WWII with a visit to the Rally Grounds and Courtroom 600. Alternatively, visit Nuremberg’s rock-cut cellars for a unique beer tasting under the city.

Day 03 Regensburg

Freechoice: Embark on a walking tour of Regensburg or learn how to make traditional sausage during a cooking class. Alternatively, discover Regensburg’s Jewish heritage.

Day 04 Passau

Freechoice: Discover this beautiful Baroque city during a walking tour. Your tour culminates at St. Stephens Cathedral, home to the world’s largest Catholic Church Organ. Alternatively, travel further afield on a guided e-bike ride along the Inn River, during which you will cross the border from Germany to Austria or see the region from a different perspective as you paddle down

Truly

the Inn River past charming villages, ancient castles and historic bridges.

Day 05 Linz

Freechoice: Tour Linz on foot or venture out of the city and visit Mauthausen’s former concentration camp that once housed over 190,000 people between 1938 and 1945 during the reign of the National Socialist party. Learn about the conditions and treatment that the prisoners lived under during this sombre tour. Alternatively, for something more light-hearted, join a cooking class to make your very own Linzertorte or journey further afield to the Czech town of Ceský Krumlov, regarded as one of the bestpreserved medieval towns in Europe.

Day 06 Melk > Dürnstein

Freechoice: Be guided through Melk’s magnificent 18th century Benedictine Abbey or embark on a guided e-bike ride along the river from Melk to Dürnstein. Alternatively, meet the current owners of Artstetten Castle.

Day 07 Vienna

Freechoice: This morning, tour Schönbrunn Palace and witness the sheer opulence of the Habsburg Empire before exploring the imperial city of Vienna during a guided tour. Alternatively, explore a different side of Vienna on a guided e-bike tour to Danube Island or journey outside of Vienna’s city centre to its acclaimed wine region.

Cruising In A Class Of Its Own

Enrich: Exclusive Private Concert, Palais Liechtenstein Vienna, Austria

544 Miles Cruised | 5 Countries | 3 Capital Cities | 9 Ports

Enrich: Breathe in the opulence and luxury of Palais Liechtenstein while enjoying a glass of fine Austrian Sekt. Then be enthralled by an enchanting private classical evening concert featuring the timeless music of Strauss and Mozart.

Day 08 Bratislava

Freechoice: Explore Bratislava on a walking tour or join an Ancestry of the Kitchen cooking class. Alternatively, visit a local bakery for delicious coffee and cake.

Day 09 Budapest

Freechoice: See the highlights of Budapest, one of Europe’s most beautiful cities, during a guided tour or join a local guide for a tour focused on the past and present of Budapest. Alternatively, learn how to make a traditional Hungarian dish with a local cook.

Day 10 Budapest

Transfer to Budapest Airport for your homebound flight. 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 scenicusa.com/terms.

2024 Pricing And Special Offers

Journey code: GHNB

Save up to $1,500 per couple PLUS Select an Extra Bonus Option with Super Earlybird‡

Strictly Limited Super Earlybird Offer‡: Full payment due 12 months prior to departure.

Deposit per person (required within 2 days of booking): $500. *‡Offers are subject to availability, not available on all departures and suites and Super Earlybird offers not available if using a Future Travel Credit (FTC) voucher. ≤Cruise operates in reverse. ^Except for a very small number of fine and vintage wines, Champagne and spirits. All prices per person, twin share in AUD 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 or scenicusa.com/terms.

Tour code: PNB River Cruise

Cruise start/finish e Enrich