Discover the tranquil waterways of Bordeaux, cruising in 5-star ultra-luxury through this famed gourmet region. Then cross the English Channel for a captivating stay in London.


Discover the tranquil waterways of Bordeaux, cruising in 5-star ultra-luxury through this famed gourmet region. Then cross the English Channel for a captivating stay in London.
Welcome to Bordeaux, where your crew are ready to receive you on board the luxurious Scenic Diamond. The moniker 'Sleeping Beauty' or La Belle Endormie was given to Bordeaux when industry was moved to the outskir…
This morning you will arrive in Blaye. Most famously, this petite hamlet is home to a World Heritage-listed citadel that was constructed to protect the city of Bordeaux from enemy attacks. Scenic Freechoice: Explor…
After your Scenic river cruise, board your included flight to London. Once you arrive in the vibrant, sprawling capital of the UK you’ll transfer to your hotel for a 3-night stay.…
After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport for the journey home, carrying with you memories that will last a lifetime. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons.…
Before the cruise
Day-by-day stops
After the cruise

Scenic
A 5-star Scenic Space-Ship purpose-built for European river cruising — 135 metres, 4 decks, 163 guests across all-suite, virtually all-balcony accommodation. Sister vessels of Diamond / Sapphire / Crystal share the same hull, interior and inclusion package, differing only in deck-plan tweaks year-on-year.
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River cruises: minimum age 12 (younger guests considered case-by-case). Scenic Eclipse expedition voyages: minimum age 8 (12 for Antarctic and remote polar regions). All guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Selected suite categories accommodate a third guest (sofa-bed configuration in Owner's Penthouse on Eclipse). Third guest fare is typically 50% of the per-person twin-share rate. Subject to availability. Child discount: 50%
150+ days before departure: 3000 USD penalty 121–149 days before departure: 50% penalty 0–120 days before departure: 100% penalty Loss of Booking Deposit of USD 1,000 and remaining Booking Deposit granted as FutureTravel Credit. Name change fee: $250 USD
All gratuities for the ship's crew, expedition team and shore-side guides are included in your fare. Additional tipping is entirely at your discretion and never expected. Spa, salon and other personal services are not all-inclusive — discretionary tipping applies if desired.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all voyages. Mandatory for Scenic Eclipse polar / expedition voyages — must include trip cancellation, medical evacuation (USD 100,000 minimum), repatriation and pre-existing condition coverage. Proof of insurance required prior to embarkation.
Your booking is made with Gvoya — the terms shown above are the Gvoya platform terms applied to this voyage. Full details: Booking Terms·Cancellation Policy
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