Itinerary
- Day 1
New York
You'll arrive in New York City and spend time checking out iconic spots like Central Park, Broadway, and Fifth Avenue. Once you're ready, head to the ship to board Scenic Eclipse. The captain and crew will greet you, and you'll get settled into your suite. Later that evening, you'll toast with welcome Champagne alongside other guests as the ship pulls away from the dock, with views of the NYC skyline and Statue of Liberty as you depart.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Welcome drinks and meet Captain and crew on Scenic Eclipse
- Scenic Lounge Bar experience at Sky Bar with Champagne
Optional Activities
- Explore Central Park
- Visit Broadway attractions
- Shop on Fifth Avenue
Landmarks Statue of Liberty Central Park Broadway Fifth Avenue 
- Day 2
Wilmington - Chesapeake & Delaware Canal
The day gives you options to explore what interests you most. Walk through Wilmington's heritage and arts scene, or take a short trip to Philadelphia to see historic landmarks or Longwood Gardens if there's a special evening event. You could join a guided tour in Philadelphia, check out craft brewery trails, tour the DuPont Winterthur Mansion, or visit the elegant Nemours Estate. Later, the ship cruises through the scenic Chesapeake & Delaware Canal.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Longwood Gardens evening event with welcome drink and live music
Optional Activities
- Historic Philadelphia & Longwood Gardens - guided Old City tour with lunch near Independence Hall and private stroll through Longwood Gardens with cocktail and music experience
- Wilmington Craft Beer Trail - guided tastings at top craft breweries with behind-the-scenes brewing insights
- DuPont's Winterthur Mansion & Brandywine Valley - private visit to Somerville Manning Gallery and grand Winterthur Mansion with gardens
- Historic Wilmington & Nemours Estate - private guided tour of historic district, visit to 300-acre Nemours Estate mansion and gardens, Old Swedes Church and revitalized Riverfront
- Leisurely stroll through Brandywine Park
- Immerse in Wilmington's vibrant arts scene
- Cruise through Chesapeake & Delaware Canal
Landmarks Independence Hall Liberty Bell Philadelphia Museum of Art Longwood Gardens Brandywine Park Winterthur Museum & Country Estate Nemours Estate Old Swedes Church Chesapeake & Delaware Canal - Day 3
Baltimore
You have several directions to take on this day. Explore Baltimore's Inner Harbor and historic Fort McHenry, or head to Washington, D.C. if you want to see the nation's capital. There are guided tours along the National Mall hitting monuments and memorials, you can visit George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, see the Smithsonian's Udvar-Hazy Center with its aircraft collection, or check out the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum. Pick what calls to you and spend your time accordingly.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Baltimore's Inner Harbor
- Visit historic Fort McHenry
- Washington DC National Mall Monuments & Memorials - guided tour with lunch at The Hamilton and National Air and Space Museum visit
- George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate - guided tour of mansion, gardens and working farm with lunch at Mount Vernon Inn Restaurant
- Smithsonian Visit – the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center - private docent-led tour of aircraft with restoration viewing
- Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum - explore Fort McHenry history and Battle of Baltimore, view historic locomotives and train cars with interactive exhibits
Landmarks Fort McHenry Baltimore Inner Harbor National Mall National Air and Space Museum George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate Smithsonian's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum - Day 4
Yorktown
You'll travel along the historic York River and explore Yorktown's colonial landmarks, waterfront, and battle sites from the American founding. There's a special event tonight featuring the Fifes and Drums, historically used during the Revolutionary War. For your Scenic Freechoice, you can select a behind-the-scenes tour of Colonial Williamsburg, explore Jamestown settlement, enjoy a Williamsburg Winery tasting, or visit Virginia Peninsula historic plantations.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Fifes and Drums special event performance (times in Daily Wonder)
Optional Activities
- Colonial Williamsburg Behind the Scenes private tour with artisans, Capitol Building, and Governor's Palace
- Settlement to the Revolution tour connecting Jamestown and Yorktown with American Revolution Museum
- Williamsburg Winery exclusive tour and seated tasting of nine estate and reserve wines with cheese pairing
- Virginia Peninsula Historic Plantations Tour at Lee Hall Mansion and Historic Endview with costumed interpreters
- Explore Yorktown's colonial landmarks
- Visit charming Yorktown waterfront
- Explore Museum of the American Revolution
- Stroll through Colonial Williamsburg
- Experience Jamestown living history
Landmarks Colonial Williamsburg Jamestown Yorktown Victory Center Williamsburg Winery Lee Hall Mansion Historic Endview - Day 5
At Sea
You'll start your day with freshly squeezed juice or barista-made coffee delivered to your suite, then head to yoga, Pilates, or the gym for a workout. During lunch, you can relax with other guests at the Yacht Club or spend time in the cabanas on Deck 10. By evening, catch a performance in the theatre, then wind down with a nightcap in your suite.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Freshly squeezed juice, barista-made coffee or tea delivered by butler), Lunch (Al fresco lunch at the Yacht Club), Dinner
Included Activities
- Freshly squeezed juice, barista-made coffee or tea delivered by butler
- Fitness classes: Pilates, guided stretching, or yoga
- Al fresco lunch at the Yacht Club
- Cabanas on Deck 10
- World-class theatre performance
- Nightcap brought to suite by butler
- Day 6
Wilmington, North Carolina
The ship cruises the Cape Fear River before reaching Wilmington, where you'll find moss-draped live oaks and preserved Victorian architecture lining brick streets. Check out one of the largest National Register Historic Districts, visit the USS North Carolina battleship, tour Airlie Gardens, or explore the craft beverage scene with brewery and distillery tastings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walk-through Wilmington's historic district
Optional Activities
- Airlie Gardens with lunch and Cape Fear Museum of History and Science visit
- USS North Carolina Battleship Museum self-guided tour with gun turrets, engine room, crew quarters, and command centre
- Historic Wilmington guided tour of colonial and Civil War landmarks with Bellamy Mansion exploration
- Local Brewery & Distillery guided tour with tastings and small bites
- Stroll through Airlie Gardens
- Explore historic Fort McHenry area
Landmarks USS North Carolina Airlie Gardens Cape Fear Museum of History and Science Bellamy Mansion Cape Fear River - Day 7
Charleston
You'll arrive in Charleston and walk through its cobblestone streets lined with moss-draped oaks and pastel waterfront houses. Historic antebellum mansions and Fort Sumter offer glimpses into the area's past, and Boone Hall Plantation provides more Civil War history. This evening features Lowcountry Tastes & Tunes with live Bluegrass music and performances blending gospel, Civil War tunes, jazz, and classics.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Lowcountry Tastes & Tunes special event with live Bluegrass by the Bluestone Ramblers and The Sound of Charleston performance in the historic Circular Congregational Church
Optional Activities
- Fort Sumter & Civil War in Charleston boat tour with fort exploration and guided tour of Battery, St. Michael's Church, and Civil War Museum
- Charleston Naval History & Patriots Point with USS Yorktown, Destroyer Laffey, Naval Support Base, and private Captain's Tour
- Boone Hall Plantation Home & Garden with Avenue of Oaks and Gullah culture exhibit
- Historic Horse-Drawn Carriage & Walking Tour of Charleston with expert local guide
- Stroll cobblestone streets lined with moss-draped oaks
- Explore white-sand beaches
- Visit sprawling plantations
Landmarks Fort Sumter Boone Hall Plantation St. Michael's Church Charleston Civil War Museum Patriots Point USS Yorktown Circular Congregational Church The Battery - Day 8
At Sea
This is a relaxing day at sea where you can have a leisurely meal at the Azure Bar and Café with other guests. You'll have access to the ship's all-inclusive premium beverages, which feature over 130 varieties of aged whiskey. Later, settle into the Scenic Lounge Bar to reflect on what you've learned and seen throughout your journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Relaxed meal at the Azure Bar & Café), Dinner
Included Activities
- Relaxed meal at the Azure Bar & Café
- All-inclusive premium beverages throughout the day
- Day 9
Miami
In Miami, you'll experience palm-lined beaches, pastel Art Deco architecture, and a cosmopolitan skyline. Explore Little Havana for Cuban heritage, Latin restaurants, and cigar shops. Options also include an airboat ride across the Everglades or checking out the city's famous Art Deco landmarks. Later, you can enjoy dinner, theatre entertainment, or relax at the Scenic Lounge Bar.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Little Havana Walking Tour with Cuban coffee, Calle Ocho exploration, markets, cigar shops, Domino Park, and mini-Cuban sandwich with mojito at Cubaocho
- Best of Miami by Land & Sea panoramic city tour and Biscayne Bay cruise aboard Island Queen
- Wildlife Everglades by Airboat with alligator, turtle, heron, and wildlife spotting, nature trails, reptile exhibits, and alligator show
- South Beach & Art Deco District stroll with Ocean Drive, Española Way, and Lincoln Road exploration
Landmarks Little Havana Everglades Art Deco Historic District South Beach Biscayne Bay Coral Gables Bayside Marketplace 
- Day 10
Key West
You'll arrive at Key West, the southernmost point of the USA, where Caribbean and American cultures blend together. Walk through historic Old Town with its charming conch-style houses, lighthouse, and museums, or try eco-tours through mangroves or snorkelling on a catamaran. This evening brings the White Party on the Beach with live music, cocktails, and sunset views, so dress in white to celebrate.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- White Party on the Beach special event with live music and cocktails
Optional Activities
- Catamaran & Snorkelling luxurious sailing with snorkelling among tropical fish and sea turtles, deck refreshments, and sunbathing
- Exclusive Old Town Trolley & Butterfly Conservatory private trolley tour with Butterfly Conservatory and Mallory Square exploration
- Historic Key West with Truman's Little White House private trolley tour with historic streets and charming homes
- Eco Kayaking Adventure paddling through mangroves and waterways with dolphin spotting, sandbar visit, and complimentary return drinks
- Stroll through historic Old Town
- Explore Ernest Hemingway's legacy
Landmarks Key West Old Town Southernmost Point Truman's Little White House Butterfly Conservatory Mallory Square - Day 11
At Sea
Today is a relaxing day at sea with several options to keep busy. You can work out at the PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio or POWER: Gym, relax in the sauna, or use the Vitality pool. Take advantage of the Captain's open bridge policy to learn about Scenic Eclipse's technical capabilities and enjoy one of the best viewing areas on the ship.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio access
- POWER: Gym access
- Sauna access
- Vitality pool access
- Captain's open bridge viewing area access
- Day 12
Nassau
Your cruise ends in Nassau, the Bahamas capital and former pirate haven. You'll have a final luxurious breakfast on board Scenic Eclipse before disembarking. Say farewell to the crew and new friends you've made during this journey celebrating the USA's 250th anniversary.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Luxury breakfast on board)
Included Activities
- Luxury breakfast on board
Landmarks Nassau
