Itinerary
- Day 1
Lyon
- Day 2
Lyon to Mâcon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise from Lyon to Mâcon
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Château de Cormatin with guided visit to Renaissance castle, gilded rooms, moat, water features, and gardens with free time
- Georges Blanc cooking demonstration at Michelin-starred restaurant in Vonnas village (available on select dates; replaced with alternative Michelin-star cooking demo when unavailable)
- Truffle tasting at local farm near Cortevaix including truffle farming tour, truffle butter tasting, chocolate mousse with truffles, and local French white wine (available on select dates; replaced with Monastère de Brou when unavailable)
- Excursion to Cluny Abbey with guided tour of 10th-century Benedictine Abbey, village exploration, monastic buildings, cloister, and granary with sculpted masterpieces
Landmarks Château de Cormatin Cluny Abbey - Day 3
Vienne
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise arrival in Vienne
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Vienne with Roman Theatre including city gardens, ancient walls, cathedral, Renaissance streets, and free exploration time
- Cycling tour of Vienne and Saint-Romain-en-Gal on easy 19 km route exploring Roman ruins, temple of Augustus and Livia, Rhône River crossing, nature-rich river islands, and Gallo-Roman museum mosaics
- St-Joseph Côte-Rôtie wine tasting with private tasting of Condrieu and Saint-Joseph wines at Chavanay vineyard with guided visit
Landmarks Roman Theatre of Vienne Temple of Augustus and Livia - Day 4
Tournon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Aperitif on terrace of Tournon Castle
- Dessert buffet of French pastries from local pâtissier
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Tournon exploring castle built between 10th-16th centuries with Knight's Hall and Trophy Room, plus optional crossing of France's oldest suspension bridge to Tain l'Hermitage
- Hiking through vineyards in Tournon learning about local wine production with wine tasting
- Biking along the Rhône River to nearby village of Glun
Landmarks Tournon Castle - Day 5
Avignon
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich evening: exclusive gala dinner with classical concert in Palais des Papes (when doors are closed to the general public)
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Avignon including visit to the Palais des Papes (Pope's Palace) with guided exploration of historic city walls (moderate fitness required due to cobblestones and palace steps)
- Excursion to Pont du Gard with guided tour of ancient Roman aqueduct from the first century
- Kayaking at Pont du Gard paddling beneath the World Heritage-listed Pont du Gard aqueduct on the Gardon River
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Pont du Gard 
- Day 6
Avignon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Luberon villages and Sénanque Abbey visiting Gordes and picturesque Sénanque Abbey (exterior visit only on Sundays when abbey is closed to visitors)
- Shop with a chef and Scenic Culinaire including visit to local market with Scenic chef for ingredient tasting and return to ship for interactive cooking demonstration at Scenic Culinaire cooking school (Avignon Market closed on Mondays)
- Lavender Museum visit to local lavender producer learning about growing, harvesting and utilization, with guided tour of village of Roussillon
- Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape visiting vineyards on the fertile banks of the Rhône River to sample celebrated regional wines
Landmarks Gordes Sénanque Abbey Roussillon - Day 7
Arles
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- On-board painting class (optional afternoon activity)
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Arles visiting ancient Roman amphitheatre Arènes d'Arles with local guide (Roman Amphitheatre closed on Mondays)
- Excursion to Les Baux with Carrières de Lumières visiting medieval village and 7,000 square-metre former quarry with immersive visual and musical installation highlighting notable artists' works
- Ancestry of the Kitchen with olive mill visiting local olive farm learning olive oil production techniques and traditional Provencal recipes
- Discovery of Lavender: from field to perfume visiting organic farm specializing in lavender, thyme, rosemary essential oils, learning health benefits and essential oil extraction, creating your own lavender perfume (typically available late June to mid-August)
Landmarks Arènes d'Arles Les Baux Carrières de Lumières 
- Day 8
Viviers
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Viviers exploring monuments and architectural treasures including Cathedral of St. Vincent with free exploration time
- French Resistance walking tour of Viviers hearing stories of the French Resistance and WWII heroism
- WWII in Viviers walking tour exploring the town's role in the 1944 Battle of Montélimar and liberation of southern France
- Ardèche Nature Park with Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum exploring mountains and medieval fortress ruins, then visiting the largest decorated Palaeolithic cave replica in the world
- Explore the caves in Ardèche Nature Park visiting the Madeleine Caves with intricate rock formations, stalagmites, stalactites, and underground lakes (moderate fitness required with sturdy shoes essential)
- Excursion to Grignan de Provence guided tour including visit to mighty castle and Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour with leisure time
Landmarks Cathedral of St. Vincent Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Madeleine Caves - Day 9
Lyon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich evening: acapella choir performance in Trinity Chapel (17th-century Baroque building with Carrara marble interior)
Optional Activities
- French cookery lesson in Scenic Culinaire
Landmarks Trinity Chapel - Day 10
Lyon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon exploring historic traboules and secret passageways dating to the fourth century, then visiting Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière for views across Lyon
- Excursion to Pérouges medieval walled village on hilltop overlooking Ain River with vine-covered stone buildings, cobbled laneways and market square (recommended for guests with high degree of fitness due to uneven surfaces and hills)
- Silk painting workshop learning about Lyon's five-century silk production heritage and the 19th-century silk industry with hands-on instruction
Landmarks Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière - Day 11
Lyon to Amsterdam
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 12
Dordrecht
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Dordrecht exploring picturesque streets, winding canals, and historic buildings including Groothoofd Quay, Grote Kerk (Great Church), and Old Water Tower
- Excursion to Delft visiting the city famed for blue and white pottery and the only remaining 17th-century pottery factory to see masters at work
- Excursion to Kinderdijk visiting traditional village to see World Heritage-listed windmills, icons of Dutch culture
Landmarks Groothoofd Quay Grote Kerk Kinderdijk Windmills - Day 13
Bruinisse
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Veere with exploration of port area, Scottish merchant houses, impressive church, 15th-century town hall, and free time
- Delta Works visit exploring engineering marvel system of dams, locks, and levees protecting delta plain against flooding
- Oyster farm visit learning oyster cultivation in North Sea waters and tasting fresh oysters
Landmarks Veere - Day 14
Antwerp
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour of Antwerp exploring the diamond capital with sights including Cathedral of Our Lady, Steen Castle (Medieval fortress), and main square with extravagant buildings
- Excursion to Ypres and Passchendaele full-day tour learning about significant WWI battles, seeing memorials to 325,000 Allied troops, and learning about post-war rebuilding with lunch included at local restaurant
- Craft Beer and Chocolate pairing tasting journey featuring Belgium's iconic chocolate and beer delicacies
Landmarks Cathedral of Our Lady Steen Castle 
- Day 15
Arnhem
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Airborne Museum visit providing in-depth account of Battle of Arnhem and WWII British military campaign
- Netherlands Open Air Museum visit exploring 44-hectare outdoor museum with replicas of historic houses, mills, and farmhouses guided by local guide learning about Dutch traditions
- Palais Het Loo visit to 1685 royal summer home now museum showcasing royal family history, elaborate décor, art collection, and grand gardens
Landmarks Airborne Museum Netherlands Open Air Museum Palais Het Loo - Day 16
Düsseldorf
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Düsseldorf exploring gentrified harbour, charming old town, and Castle Tower dating to 13th century
- Cycling tour along Rhine banks to Kaiserswerth, one of Düsseldorf's most historic regions
- Düsseldorf's Altbier experience learning about long beer production tradition, visiting well-known microbreweries, and sampling traditional Altbier ale
- Düsseldorf – City of Art tour starting in historic Old Town, moving through Media Harbour, visiting K21 Museum for self-guided contemporary exhibits (visits K20 Museum if tour falls on Monday)
Landmarks Castle Tower K21 Museum - Day 17
Rhine Valley
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Rhine Gorge and Moselle Valley
Optional Activities
- Salt Therapy Lounge use
- Spa treatment (at extra cost)
Landmarks Lorelei 
- Day 18
Cochem
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Cochem exploring Reichsburg Castle with well-preserved Knight's Hall and Trophy Room, then free time to walk charming streets (If Reichsburg Castle unavailable, replaced with Walking Tour including wine tasting; if capacity limited, castle visit operates with reduced numbers and walking tour with wine tasting offered additionally)
- E-bike cycling tour of Cochem along gentle Moselle River path with local guide showing Reichsburg Castle, half-timbered houses, and nearby towns of Valwig and Belstein
Landmarks Reichsburg Castle 
- Day 19
Bernkastel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich evening: private classical concert in World Heritage-listed Liebfrauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) in Trier with admiration of architecture and stained-glass windows
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Bernkastel with expert guide explaining local architecture and culture, visiting perfectly preserved half-timbered houses and Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall), with leisure time
- Excursion to Trier visiting charming Roman city near Luxembourg border and birthplace of Karl Marx with local guide to see Porta Nigra (one of best-preserved Roman gates in Germany) and Trier Cathedral
- Wine tasting along the Moselle learning about varieties grown and produced at one of the region's most renowned wineries with selection of local wines
Landmarks Landshut Castle Bernkasteler Doctor Vineyard Porta Nigra Trier Cathedral Liebfrauenkirche - Day 20
Koblenz
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Koblenz exploring old town's winding streets, impressive townhouses, charming squares, historic churches, and famed Florinsmarkt (former political and economic centre)
- Marksburg Castle visit by coach to castle perched above Rhine River dating back to 1117 (only castle on Middle Rhine avoiding destruction over years; for active guests only requiring good fitness and mobility)
- Medieval Limburg an der Lahn excursion by coach to charming medieval town with guided walk through historic cobblestone streets with half-timbered houses, cathedral, and Alte Lahnbrucke bridge
Landmarks Marksburg Castle Florinsmarkt Limburg Cathedral Alte Lahnbrucke - Day 21
Rüdesheim
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Rhine Gorge
Optional Activities
- Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum visit with local guide introduction to mechanical musical instruments, then self-exploration or cable car to Niederwald Monument
- Hike and Cable Car guided hike through rolling vineyards of Rüdesheim with spectacular views of countryside and Rhine River below, then cable car descent to town
Landmarks Niederwald Monument Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum - Day 22
Mannheim
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Orientation Tour of Heidelberg with coach transfer, brief walking tour of Old Town, and free time (walk includes stairs and uneven ground)
- Historical tour of Heidelberg with guided tour followed by visit to Heidelberg Castle (one of most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps) admiring castle balcony views and the great Heidelberg Tun (world's largest wine barrel; walk includes stairs and uneven ground)
- Excursion to Bad Durkheim by coach through vine-covered landscapes to visit Fritz Ritter family-owned vineyard (ninth generation) for wine tour and tasting
Landmarks Heidelberg Castle - Day 23
Strasbourg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Strasbourg seeing cathedral, Petit France, Grand Île, learning about unique French and German architecture and culture (active walk)
- Alsace wine region excursion by coach through pretty Alsace wine region to village of Obernai with free time, then visit Mittelbergheim for wine tasting in local cellar
- E-bike cycling tour through Strasbourg exploring city's 500+ km of bicycle trails through charming suburbs, historic buildings, beautiful parklands, and charming canals
Landmarks Strasbourg Cathedral Petit France - Day 24
Breisach
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting at Kaiserstuhl visiting top-quality wine-producing region with 16-million-year-old volcanic soil
- Excursion to Colmar visiting fairy-tale city with quaint canals, abundance of half-timbered houses dating back 1,000 years, cobblestoned streets with charming stores and cafes, and bustling markets with local produce
- Excursion to Freiburg discovering picturesque town on Black Forest edge with local guide escort through medieval town centre to see Freiburg cathedral (one of few structures surviving WWII bombings)
Landmarks Freiburg Cathedral - Day 25
Basel to Zurich
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board
- Transfer to Zurich Airport
