Scenic River Cruises

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Nuremberg

   Germany

   

   Nuremberg commands the imagination on two levels: as the glittering medieval city where Holy Roman Emperors held court, Albrecht Dürer was born, and craftsmen produced the first pocket watch — and as the site of the 20th century's darkest chapter, where Nazi rallies and subsequent war crimes trials left permanent marks on European history and conscience. The Kaiserburg castle crowning the hill above the perfectly preserved old town offers sweeping views of a cityscape that, despite wartime bombing, remains one of Germany's most beautiful. The Documentation Centre on the former Nazi Rally Grounds is essential, sobering history; the Christmas Market on the Hauptmarkt, held since 1628, is among Europe's finest. Visit May through October or December.

2. Day 2

   Nuremberg

   Germany

   

   Nuremberg commands the imagination on two levels: as the glittering medieval city where Holy Roman Emperors held court, Albrecht Dürer was born, and craftsmen produced the first pocket watch — and as the site of the 20th century's darkest chapter, where Nazi rallies and subsequent war crimes trials left permanent marks on European history and conscience. The Kaiserburg castle crowning the hill above the perfectly preserved old town offers sweeping views of a cityscape that, despite wartime bombing, remains one of Germany's most beautiful. The Documentation Centre on the former Nazi Rally Grounds is essential, sobering history; the Christmas Market on the Hauptmarkt, held since 1628, is among Europe's finest. Visit May through October or December.

3. Day 3

   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.

4. Day 4

   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.

5. Day 5

   Linz

   Austria

   

   Austria's third city has accomplished one of Europe's most convincing urban transformations — reinventing itself from industrial centre to cultural powerhouse, a journey recognised in 2009 when it was named European Capital of Culture. The Ars Electronica Center, a museum of digital art and technology that glows with LED light across the Danube each evening, epitomises Linz's forward-looking identity. Yet the city's Roman roots, its baroque Hauptplatz (one of Austria's finest main squares), and its proximity to the Wachau Valley anchor it firmly in history. The Upper Austrian cuisine — particularly Linzer Torte, the world's oldest-documented cake recipe — is exceptional. Linz is most agreeable May through September.

6. Day 6

   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.

7. Day 6

   Krems

   Austria

   

   Krems an der Donau has stood at the eastern gateway of the Wachau Valley — Austria's most beautiful stretch of the Danube — since Emperor Otto III granted it market rights in 995 AD, making it one of the country's oldest documented towns. The UNESCO-listed Wachau landscape surrounding the city is a masterpiece of vineyard terraces, Baroque abbeys, and medieval castles reflected in the river; the Grüner Veltliner and Riesling wines produced here are among Austria's finest. Must-dos include visiting the monumental Melk Abbey and cycling the Danube Cycle Path through the valley. Krems is most enchanting April through October, with the harvest season in September offering wine cellar tastings of exceptional depth.

8. Day 7

   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.

9. 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.

10. Day 8

    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.

11. Day 9

    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.

12. 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.

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

    At Sea

    Slovenia

    

15. Day 12

    At Sea

    Slovenia

    

16. Day 12

    Zagreb

    Croatia

    

    Zagreb is Europe's most underappreciated capital, home to the globally unique Museum of Broken Relationships, an Austro-Hungarian Lower Town rivaling Vienna, and café culture that thrives precisely because the Adriatic coast draws tourist attention elsewhere. Visit April through October via Tauck for the Dolac Market's morning bustle, štrukli pastries, and the profound experience of a European capital that preserves authentic warmth by remaining overlooked.

17. Day 13

    Zagreb

    Croatia

    

    Zagreb is Europe's most underappreciated capital, home to the globally unique Museum of Broken Relationships, an Austro-Hungarian Lower Town rivaling Vienna, and café culture that thrives precisely because the Adriatic coast draws tourist attention elsewhere. Visit April through October via Tauck for the Dolac Market's morning bustle, štrukli pastries, and the profound experience of a European capital that preserves authentic warmth by remaining overlooked.

18. Day 13

    Plitvice Lakes National Park

    Croatia

    

    Plitvice Lakes is Croatia's premier natural wonder, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where sixteen turquoise lakes connected by over ninety waterfalls cascade through ancient beech and fir forests in the Dinaric Alps. Essential experiences include walking the elevated boardwalks through the lower canyon, witnessing the thundering Veliki Slap waterfall, and exploring the upper lakes by park boat. Each season offers distinct beauty—spring for powerful waterfalls, summer for warmth, autumn for spectacular foliage framing the turquoise water, and winter for frozen cascade formations—though advance tickets are required during the June through September peak.

19. Day 13

    Zagreb

    Croatia

    

    Zagreb is Europe's most underappreciated capital, home to the globally unique Museum of Broken Relationships, an Austro-Hungarian Lower Town rivaling Vienna, and café culture that thrives precisely because the Adriatic coast draws tourist attention elsewhere. Visit April through October via Tauck for the Dolac Market's morning bustle, štrukli pastries, and the profound experience of a European capital that preserves authentic warmth by remaining overlooked.

20. Day 14

    Zagreb

    Croatia

    

    Zagreb is Europe's most underappreciated capital, home to the globally unique Museum of Broken Relationships, an Austro-Hungarian Lower Town rivaling Vienna, and café culture that thrives precisely because the Adriatic coast draws tourist attention elsewhere. Visit April through October via Tauck for the Dolac Market's morning bustle, štrukli pastries, and the profound experience of a European capital that preserves authentic warmth by remaining overlooked.

Cabin Categories

Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2A

Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these stylishly decorated suites feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge and offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.

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Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2C

Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these stylishly decorated suites feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge and offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.

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Deluxe Balcony Suite

Suite

225 sq ftMax 2BD

Located in prime locations at the front of the ship on both the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, they offer all the features of our private Balcony Suites with our ingenious Scenic Sun Lounge, but with even more space to relax.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableSuite Benefits+4

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Deluxe Balcony Suite

Suite

225 sq ftMax 2PD

Located in prime locations at the front of the ship on both the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, they offer all the features of our private Balcony Suites with our ingenious Scenic Sun Lounge, but with even more space to relax.

Queen or Twin ConfigurationLounge AreaShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableSuite Benefits+4

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Single Balcony Suite

Suite

160 sq ftMax 2BS

Single Balcony Suite

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerRoom Service AvailableTVSafeHair Dryer+2

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Standard Suite

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.

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Junior Balcony Suite

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2RJ

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

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Junior Balcony Suite

Suite

250 sq ftMax 2BJ

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

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Royal Balcony Suite

Suite

315 sq ftMax 2RA

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.

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Royal Balcony Suite

Suite

315 sq ftMax 2R

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.

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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.

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Royal Panorama Suite

Suite

325 sq ftMax 2RS

At 325ft², these are the largest suites on the ship. Located on the Diamond Deck, both suites enjoy fantastic views of the passing scenery from your private balcony complete with Scenic Sun Lounge. Each Suite has a lounge area and a luxurious bathroom.

King or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableSuite BenefitsTV+3

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Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2BA

<p>Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these stylishly decorated suites feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge and offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.</p><p><b>Room Highlights</b></p><ul><li>A luxury queen sized Scenic Slumber Bed</li><li>Scenic Sun Lounge, for wide-angle splendour at the press of a button</li><li>Spacious bathroom with luxurious amenities</li></ul><p><b>Amenities &amp; Features</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Personalised butler service for every suite</li><li>Complimentary laundry service once per suite</li><li>Early morning tea and coffee</li><li>Beverage service in your suite</li><li>Mini bar, replenished daily</li><li>Pillow menu, including anti-aging, low-allergy and memory-foam neck pillows</li><li>Nightly turndown service</li><li>Bathrobes and slippers</li><li>In-suite safe</li><li>Shoeshine and valet service. </li></ul><p></p>

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Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2PA

<p>Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these stylishly decorated suites feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge and offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.</p><p><b>Room Highlights</b></p><ul><li>A luxury queen sized Scenic Slumber Bed</li><li>Scenic Sun Lounge, for wide-angle splendour at the press of a button</li><li>Spacious bathroom with luxurious amenities</li></ul><p><b>Amenities &amp; Features</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Personalised butler service for every suite</li><li>Complimentary laundry service once per suite</li><li>Early morning tea and coffee</li><li>Beverage service in your suite</li><li>Mini bar, replenished daily</li><li>Pillow menu, including anti-aging, low-allergy and memory-foam neck pillows</li><li>Nightly turndown service</li><li>Bathrobes and slippers</li><li>In-suite safe</li><li>Shoeshine and valet service. </li></ul><p></p>

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Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2PP

<p>Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these stylishly decorated suites feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge and offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.</p><p><b>Room Highlights</b></p><ul><li>A luxury queen sized Scenic Slumber Bed</li><li>Scenic Sun Lounge, for wide-angle splendour at the press of a button</li><li>Spacious bathroom with luxurious amenities</li></ul><p><b>Amenities &amp; Features</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Personalised butler service for every suite</li><li>Complimentary laundry service once per suite</li><li>Early morning tea and coffee</li><li>Beverage service in your suite</li><li>Mini bar, replenished daily</li><li>Pillow menu, including anti-aging, low-allergy and memory-foam neck pillows</li><li>Nightly turndown service</li><li>Bathrobes and slippers</li><li>In-suite safe</li><li>Shoeshine and valet service. </li></ul><p></p>

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Balcony Suite

Suite

205 sq ftMax 2BB

<p>Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these stylishly decorated suites feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge and offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.</p><p><b>Room Highlights</b></p><ul><li>A luxury queen sized Scenic Slumber Bed</li><li>Scenic Sun Lounge, for wide-angle splendour at the press of a button</li><li>Spacious bathroom with luxurious amenities</li></ul><p><b>Amenities &amp; Features</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Personalised butler service for every suite</li><li>Complimentary laundry service once per suite</li><li>Early morning tea and coffee</li><li>Beverage service in your suite</li><li>Mini bar, replenished daily</li><li>Pillow menu, including anti-aging, low-allergy and memory-foam neck pillows</li><li>Nightly turndown service</li><li>Bathrobes and slippers</li><li>In-suite safe</li><li>Shoeshine and valet service. </li></ul><p></p>

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Standard Suite

Suite

160 sq ftMax 2D

<p>Perfect for guests who like to spend more time on the Sun Deck and in public areas, Standard Suites include luxury amenities and a picture window for you to marvel at the stunning scenery.</p><p><b>Room Highlights</b></p><ul><li>A luxury queen sized Scenic Slumber Bed</li><li>Spacious bathroom with luxurious amenities</li></ul><p><b>Amenities &amp; Features</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Personalised butler service</li><li>Complimentary laundry service once per suite</li><li>Early morning tea and coffee</li><li>Mini bar, replenished daily</li><li>Pillow menu, including anti-aging, low-allergy and memory-foam neck pillows</li><li>Shoeshine and valet service</li><li>Nightly turndown service</li><li>In-suite safe.</li></ul><p></p>

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Standard Suite

Suite

160 sq ftMax 2STD

<p>Perfect for guests who like to spend more time on the Sun Deck and in public areas, Standard Suites include luxury amenities and a picture window for you to marvel at the stunning scenery.</p><p><b>Room Highlights</b></p><ul><li>A luxury queen sized Scenic Slumber Bed</li><li>Spacious bathroom with luxurious amenities</li></ul><p><b>Amenities &amp; Features</b></p><p></p><ul><li>Personalised butler service</li><li>Complimentary laundry service once per suite</li><li>Early morning tea and coffee</li><li>Mini bar, replenished daily</li><li>Pillow menu, including anti-aging, low-allergy and memory-foam neck pillows</li><li>Shoeshine and valet service</li><li>Nightly turndown service</li><li>In-suite safe.</li></ul><p></p>

Queen or Twin ConfigurationShowerToiletries ProvidedRoom Service AvailableTVSafe+2

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