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Jewels of Europe with Grand Alpine on Scenic Opal

From Zurich, Switzerland to Amsterdam, Netherlands
Length: 29 Days - Departs: Wed, May 24, 2023
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Departure
May 24, 2023
Arrival
Jun 21, 2023

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With a reduced single supplement up to 25% on selected sailings, travel solo with Scenic in 5-star truly all-inclusive luxury and enjoy the freedom of seeing and doing what you want, when you want to. This is truly all-inclusive luxury in a small ship environment, reserved for up to 163 guests, and these wonderful Solo Traveler journeys include meals, premium beverages and exclusive onshore experiences, as well as world-class accommodation with a butler service, transfers and gratuities. As soon as you arrive, you can relax knowing all the details are taken care of. On board, your expert crew are there to make you feel comfortable and part of the Scenic family. Unpack once and explore the vast grandeur of Europe as each moment delivers beyond expectation. (Not all dates may qualify, contact your Travel Consultant for applicable sailings)
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Reduced Single Supplement offer is available for new bookings only. Pay in full required 12 months from departure; if within 12 months, full payment is due 72 hours from booking. Savings are based on the cruise + upgrade element only, excludes air fares, port charges, taxes, any pre- or post land touring, hotel stays and other additional items. These offers are combinable with trade vouchers and future travel credits only; not combinable with any other offers. Not combinable with groups.

Offer is available on selected dates and cabin categories. The following categories are excluded from promotion: RP, RR, RO, R, RA, RJ, RS. Offer is inventory controlled and may be extended, canceled or withdrawn at any time without notice. Scenic reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares and promotions at any time. For the most up-to-date pricing, availability and offers, please call your Professional Travel Advisor.


River Cruise Itinerary

  1. Day 1
    Zurich
    Wed, May 24, 2023

    Welcome to Zurich where you will enjoy an overnight stay.

  2. Day 2
    Zurich > Bern
    Thu, May 25, 2023

    Zurich is full of treasures, discover them first hand on a walking tour. Then, transfer to the Swiss capital Bern and your two night stay.


    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  3. Day 3
    Bern > Lucerne > Bern
    Fri, May 26, 2023

    Journey to charming Lucerne, and enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town including the ornate Chapel Bridge, followed by a cruise on Lucerne’s lake to the village of Vitznau. Join the oldest cog wheel train in Switzerland for a breathtaking ascent of Mount Rigi.


    Meals: Breakfast
  4. Day 4
    Bern > Montreux
    Sat, May 27, 2023

    Enroute to Montreux stop at the charming village of Gruyères, then be treated to a tasting of Swiss chocolate. On arrival check into your hotel.

    Enrich
    Tonight enjoy dinner accompanied by an introduction and performance of the traditional Alphorn by members of the prestigious Swiss Alphorn Academy.


    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  5. Day 5
    Montreux > Zermatt
    Sun, May 28, 2023

    Cruise on Lake Geneva to Chillon Castle, then travel to Täsch where you will board a cogwheel train to the village of Zermatt. Check into your hotel for your two night stay.


    Meals: Breakfast
  6. Day 6
    Zermatt
    Mon, May 29, 2023

    Today ascend the Swiss Alps by rail to Gornergrat for magnificent views, including the Matterhorn.


    Meals: Breakfast
  7. Day 7
    Zermatt > Stresa
    Tue, May 30, 2023

    Cross the border and continue to the Italian city of Stresa. Upon arrival you will check in to your hotel where you’ll enjoy beautiful rooms overlooking the crystal blue waters of Lake Maggiore.


    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  8. Day 8
    Stresa > Lugano
    Wed, May 31, 2023

    Cruise Lake Maggiore, the stunning lake that straddles Switzerland and Italy. Pause along the way to visit the splendid Isola Bella, ‘the beautiful island’. Explore its baroque palace and luscious gardens, before continuing to Lugano, your two night stay.


    Meals: Breakfast
  9. Day 9
    Lugano
    Thu, Jun 01, 2023

    Although in Switzerland, the city offers a unique Italian flair with the culture and language influenced by its nearest neighbour.

    Freechoice: Take a cable car ride to the peak of Mount Brè for spectacular views across the Lake and the surrounding alps, or taste the flavours of Lugano during a walking tour.


    Meals: Breakfast
  10. Day 10
    Lugano > St. Moritz
    Fri, Jun 02, 2023

    Drive to Andermatt where you will board the Glacier Express for a spectacular rail journey through the stunning Swiss Alps. Enjoy a stay in St. Moritz.


    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  11. Day 11
    St Moritz > Seefeld
    Sat, Jun 03, 2023

    Travel through towering peaks to Hohenschwangau to see the majestic spires of Neuschwanstein Castle. Then continue to your resort in Seefeld, located on a picturesque plateau in the heart of the Tyrolean Alps.


    Meals: Breakfast
  12. Day 12
    Seefeld > Salzburg
    Sun, Jun 04, 2023

    Delight in the spectacular scenery as you venture into the district, made famous by ‘The Sound of Music’. This afternoon arrive at your hotel in Salzburg.


    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  13. Day 13
    Salzburg > Vienna
    Mon, Jun 05, 2023

    Continue your exploration of Austria and visit the city of Linz for a guided tour before arriving in the grand capital, Vienna.


    Meals: Breakfast
  14. Day 14
    Vienna
    Tue, Jun 06, 2023

    Today your expert local guide will show you the city’s imperial glory.

    Enrich
    Enjoy a concert of classical music at the Kursalon, a beautiful Italian Renaissance Palace, followed by dinner.


    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  15. Day 15
    Vienna > Budapest
    Wed, Jun 07, 2023

    This morning after breakfast, travel to Budapest, one of the most majestic cities in the world. Upon arrival, board your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship where you will be welcomed by your friendly crew.


    Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
  16. Day 16
    Budapest
    Thu, Jun 08, 2023

    Freechoice: Join a guided tour of Budapest, or relax and unwind at the local Thermal Baths and Spa. Alternatively, join a local guide for a tour focused on the past and present of Budapest, or experience the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock. Or, if you’re feeling more active, take a hike to Buda Hill.


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  17. Day 17
    Vienna
    Fri, Jun 09, 2023

    While cruising, relax in the on board lounge or viewing areas and enjoy the scenery as your Scenic Space-Ship sails towards Vienna.

    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. Even in elegant Vienna, Palais Liechtenstein is one of the grandest of all venues (OR Vienna Arsenal when Palais Liechtenstein not available). 


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  18. Day 18
    Vienna
    Sat, Jun 10, 2023

    Freechoice: Take a tour of the Slovakian capital Bratislava, or visit Schönbrunn Palace. Alternatively, learn about Viennese coffee culture with a local expert, or explore Vienna on a cycling tour to Danube Island.


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  19. Day 19
    Dürnstein > Melk
    Sun, Jun 11, 2023

    Freechoice: Embark on a guided bike ride along the river from Dürnstein, one of the most enchanting villages in the region, to Melk, or be guided through Melk’s magnificent 18th century Benedictine Abbey. Alternatively, visit the fairytale castle, Burg Aggstein. Built in the 12th century, the castle ruins offer spectacular views across the Danube.


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  20. Day 20
    Salzburg
    Mon, Jun 12, 2023

    Freechoice: Enjoy a guided tour of the Baroque Old Town of Salzburg and learn about one of its most famous residents, Mozart, and be mesmerised by the city’s history and architecture. Alternatively, choose to join a walking tour focusing on sights from the classic movie ‘The Sound of Music’. 

    Enrich
    Let the ‘Best of The Sound of Music and Salzburg Show’ transport you to another time and place. This exclusive performance is based on the timeless movie of the same name. Enjoy a delicious Austrian lunch before an afternoon humming along to some of the catchy classics.


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  21. Day 21
    Regensburg
    Tue, Jun 13, 2023

    There is much to explore in the 2,000-year-old town of Regensburg, situated at the confluence of three rivers. 

    Freechoice: Enjoy a walking tour of the city, or board a local ferry and sail the Danube Gorge to Weltenburg Abbey. Alternatively, cycle to the Walhalla monument, or take an active walking tour to Thurn und Taxis Palace.


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  22. Day 22
    Nuremberg
    Wed, Jun 14, 2023

    Enjoy this fascinating and ancient Bavarian city, dating back to the 11th century. 

    Freechoice: Explore the city on foot on a guided walking tour or visit moving WWII sites and learn about this dark era in the city’s history. Alternatively, choose to stay on board for a beer tasting experience.


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  23. Day 23
    Bamberg
    Thu, Jun 15, 2023

    Freechoice: Take a guided tour of the Old Town of Bamberg and walk the same cobbled streets as medieval traders once did. Alternatively, taste some of the city's regional specialities on a city walk.


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  24. Day 24
    Würzburg
    Fri, Jun 16, 2023

    Freechoice: Visit Würzburg’s Bishop’s Residenz Palace and sample some exquisite local wine in the underground cellars, or visit the impressive estate of Schloss Weikersheim, a true Baroque and Renaissance delight. Alternatively, explore the famous Romantic Road, an important trade route during the Middle Ages, then take in the beautiful walled town of Rothenburg, a medieval gem overlooking the Tauber River. 


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  25. Day 25
    Miltenberg
    Sat, Jun 17, 2023

    Freechoice: Meet a local Friar in a monastery for a tour and tasting of regional produce or meet a winemaker for a taste of his fine wines. Alternatively, meet a Baron and Baroness and learn about aristocratic life, or opt to visit a local Schnapps producer or a farming family and taste some of their home-made products. 


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  26. Day 26
    Rüdesheim > Rhine Gorge
    Sun, Jun 18, 2023

    Freechoice: Board the Winzerexpress mini train (closed 8-11 June) for a guided visit of Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, before enjoying a cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument or join a local guide for a hike through the vineyards that cover the slopes of the Rhine River then relax as you make your way back to the town centre by cable car.

    This afternoon enjoys spectacular views of the World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge. 


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  27. Day 27
    Cologne
    Mon, Jun 19, 2023

    Freechoice: Take a stroll through Cologne and get up close to the filigree twin towers of the famous cathedral, or step inside the cathedral and let your local guide marvel you with its history. Alternatively, explore the city’s past and present, from Roman times to its Jewish heritage, during a guided tour, or if you are feeling more active, join a guided cycling tour, or choose to explore Germany’s motoring heritage with a visit to Motorworld, where you will discover a large range of classic, vintage and Formula 1 vehicles during a guided tour.


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  28. Day 28
    Amsterdam
    Tue, Jun 20, 2023

    Explore wonderful Amsterdam, with its wealth of canals, museums and bicycles. 

    Freechoice: Hop aboard one of our e-bikes and take a guided bicycle tour outside of the city or join a flavours of Holland walking tour and taste some Dutch favourites, such as herring, cheese and poffertjes. Alternatively, take the opportunity to experience an iconic canal cruise, or step outside of Amsterdam and visit the villages of Alkmaar & Schermerhorn, home to many authentic windmills dating back to the 16th century. 


    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  29. Day 29
    Amsterdam
    Wed, Jun 21, 2023

    Depart after a wonderful farewell breakfast. Amsterdam is the end of your cruise, but it will be the start of wonderful memories.

    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.


    Meals: Breakfast

Rivers Visited

Rhine, Danube

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Inclusions

Health and Safety Protocols for Scenic

Pre-departure
Guests are required to comply with any government requirements to enter countries on their itinerary at the time of travel. It will remain the responsibility of the guests to ensure they meet all necessary requirements including any necessary proof of vaccination, and/or negative COVID-19 test results, or any COVID-19 Travel Insurance policies should this apply at the time. For further information please visit the GOV.UK website and refer to the Government Health Advice.

We recommend that our guests travel with a supply of their own face masks and hand sanitizer, to be available in their hand luggage for connecting travel arrangements, which may include flights, hotels, and transfer arrangements.

Onboard

Every Crew Member will be fully vaccinated prior to joining all our river Space-Ships and they must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test, following 7 days of self-isolation in their home country prior to travel to the vessel.

On arrival, all Crew Members are further isolated for a period of 5 days, following a Rapid Antigen Test. All Crew Members will receive extensive instruction and training in COVID-Security, prior to travel and also prior to starting work on board. Crew Members are empowered to ensure all team members work safely within the strict protocols and a COVID secure way. 

All crew members will follow local government and health advisories, and masks will only be required to be worn if it is mandated or deemed necessary by local authorities or for the health and wellbeing of our guests on board.

We have enhanced our already intensive, frequent, and high standard of cleaning protocols in public areas and suites to ensure all surfaces and spaces are kept clean. Additional care and attention will be paid to high contact zones, such as communal restrooms and dining facilities. Any touchscreens such as iPads will be thoroughly disinfected after each use and hand sanitisation stations will be placed throughout the ship.

We will follow local government and health advisories which Scenic must adhere to.  Your dedicated on board staff will keep you updated on requirements.

Our ships are fitted with an on board medical facility.  The facility is staffed by one doctor and one nurse.  Our medical staff have undergone specific training and awareness in infection control, monitoring and treatment.  The medical facility is fitted with equipment to perform PCR testing.

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Questions & Answers

Question: Will the day-by-day itinerary change?

Yes, the river cruise itineraries may change due to reasons such as inclement weather or unforeseen events. Your safety is the number one concern aboard and all precautions necessary will be taken in order to ensure passenger safety, including changing itineraries. Please note that when itineraries do change, the ship staff will do their best to substitute any missed port with an alternative destination.

Question: In what language is the river cruise conducted?

The river cruise will be conducted in English only.

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
4.2
Accommodations
4
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
3
Value for Money
4

Ratings based off 2 reviews - currently showing 1 reviews with comments only

Scenic Tours delivers a flawless river cruise experience. They truly take care of everything - all at one price. The ships are beautiful and the staff is cheerful and accommodating. The cabins are incredible feats of design that make use of every inch of space. We were gone for two weeks and never felt cramped. The food is diverse and wonderful and the excursions are very interesting and well-planned.

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    Ends
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