Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
Landmarks Amsterdam Canal System 
- Day 2
Amsterdam
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Excursion to Keukenhof Gardens - visit to the nation's most magnificent display of tulips from 800 varieties
- Scenic Enrich - Exclusive after-hours visit to Fabrique des Lumières digital art installation with champagne
Landmarks Keukenhof Gardens Fabrique des Lumières - Day 3
Dordrecht
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Dordrecht - explore picturesque streets, winding canals, and historic buildings including Groothoofd Quay, Grote Kerk (Great Church), and Old Water Tower
- Excursion to Delft - visit the only remaining 17th-century pottery factory to see masters at work
- Excursion to Kinderdijk - visit World Heritage listed windmills, an icon of Dutch culture
- Gouda Cheese Markets - guided tour of Gouda with visit to the traditional cheese market first initiated in 1395 (market operates Thursday mornings only; tours on other days visit Gouda but not the market)
Landmarks Groothoofd Quay Grote Kerk (Great Church) Old Water Tower Kinderdijk Windmills Delft Gouda Market Square - Day 4
Bruinisse
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- On board experience - savour locally grown oysters in the ultimate 'farm-to-table' experience, with shellfish brought directly from the North Sea
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Veere - explore the 13th-century town including the port area, Scottish merchant houses, impressive church, and 15th-century town hall with free time
- Delta Works visit - visit the engineering marvel system of dams, locks and levees that protects towns on the delta plain against flooding
Landmarks Veere Delta Works - Day 5
Antwerp, Belgium
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Antwerp - explore the diamond capital of the world, including Cathedral of Our Lady, Steen Castle (Medieval fortress), and the main square with extravagant buildings
- Craft Beer & Chocolate pairing - experience two of Belgium's most iconic culinary delicacies
- Excursion to Ghent - guided tour of one of Belgium's most historic cities with medieval buildings, charming canals, and renovated cultural spaces
Landmarks Cathedral of Our Lady Steen Castle Ghent - Day 6
Arnhem, Netherlands
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- On board lecture - learn about The Netherlands' famed tulips and how they are grown
Optional Activities
- Arnhem Airborne Museum - in-depth account of the Battle of Arnhem, following in the footsteps of British servicemen who parachuted into the city in September 1944
- The Netherlands Open Air Museum - guided exploration of a 44-hectare outdoor museum featuring replicas of historic houses, mills, and farmhouses
- Palais Het Loo - visit to the royal family's former summer home (dating to 1685), now a museum showcasing family history, elaborate décor, art collection, and grand gardens
Landmarks Arnhem Airborne Museum The Netherlands Open Air Museum Palais Het Loo Veluwe Nature Reserve 
- Day 7
Hoorn, Netherlands
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Hoorn with tasting - guided tour of Hoorn and inner harbour with sampling of local delicacies such as fish and cheese
- Cheese farm - learn the tradition of cheesemaking in the Netherlands, meet a local producer, tour the farm and discover the secrets behind their techniques
- Ancestry of the Kitchen - traditional Dutch apple pie making class - learn to make an authentic Dutch apple pie with a local cook
- Cycling tour of Hoorn - guided active cycling tour of Hoorn including sights like Oosterkerk (Old Church) cycling towards Ijssel Lake dyke, the biggest lake in The Netherlands
Landmarks Binnenhaven (Main Harbour) Oosterkerk (Old Church) Ijssel Lake - Day 8
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 9
Dordrecht, Netherlands
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Dordrecht - explore picturesque streets, winding canals, and historic buildings including Groothoofd Quay, Grote Kerk (Great Church), and Old Water Tower
- Excursion to Delft - travel to Delft, famed for its blue and white pottery, and visit the only remaining 17th-century pottery factory to see masters at work
- Excursion to Kinderdijk - visit the traditional village to see World Heritage listed windmills, an icon of Dutch culture
Landmarks Groothoofd Quay Grote Kerk Kinderdijk Windmills Delft - Day 10
Bruinisse, Netherlands
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Veere - explore the 13th-century town including port area, Scottish merchant houses, impressive church, and 15th-century town hall with free time
- Delta Works visit - visit the engineering marvel system of dams, locks and levees that protects towns on the delta plain against flooding
- Oyster farm visit - visit a local farm to learn how oysters are grown in the North Sea's cold, crisp waters and taste some fresh from the ocean
Landmarks Veere Delta Works - Day 11
Antwerp, Belgium
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour - explore Antwerp known as the diamond capital of the world, including Cathedral of Our Lady, Steen Castle (Medieval fortress), and main square with extravagant buildings
- Excursion to Ypres & Passchendaele - full day excursion to learn about significant WWI battles, see memorials dedicated to 325,000 Allied troops, and explore how the region was rebuilt (tour includes lunch in a local restaurant)
- Craft Beer & Chocolate pairing - experience two of Belgium's most iconic culinary delicacies
Landmarks Cathedral of Our Lady Steen Castle Ypres Passchendaele - Day 12
Arnhem, Netherlands
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Arnhem Airborne Museum - in-depth account of the Battle of Arnhem, following in the footsteps of British servicemen who parachuted into the city in September 1944
- The Netherlands Open Air Museum - guided exploration of a 44-hectare outdoor museum featuring replicas of historic houses, mills, and farmhouses
- Palais Het Loo - visit to the royal family's former summer home (dating to 1685), now a museum showcasing family history, elaborate décor, art collection, and grand gardens
Landmarks Arnhem Airborne Museum The Netherlands Open Air Museum Palais Het Loo - Day 13
Düsseldorf, Germany
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour - guided exploration of Düsseldorf's gentrified harbour, charming old town, and Castle Tower dating to the 13th century
- Cycling tour - explore the banks of the Rhine on two wheels to Kaiserswerth, one of the most historic regions of Düsseldorf
- Düsseldorf's Altbier - learn about Düsseldorf's long tradition of beer production, visit well-known microbreweries and sample traditional Altbier
- Düsseldorf - City of Art - guided walking tour starting in historic Old Town through Media Harbour, then visit K21 Museum for self-guided exploration of contemporary exhibits (K20 Museum visited if tour falls on Monday)
Landmarks Düsseldorf Old Town Castle Tower Kaiserswerth K21 Museum Media Harbour - Day 14
Moselle Valley Sailing Day
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Full day on board cruising through the Moselle Valley
- Access to Salt Therapy Lounge
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments at additional cost
Landmarks Moselle Valley - Day 15
Cochem, Germany
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Cochem - explore Reichsburg Castle dating back to the Middle Ages with well-preserved Knight's Hall and Trophy Room, then enjoy free time on Cochem's 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)
- Cycling tour of Cochem - cycle along the Moselle River path on e-bike, see Reichsburg Castle, half-timbered houses, and nearby towns of Valwig and Belstein
Landmarks Reichsburg Castle Valwig Belstein - Day 16
Bernkastel, Germany
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich - Private classical concert in the Liebfrauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) in Trier, a World Heritage-listed church, admiring incredible architecture and intricate stained-glass windows while immersed in magnificent classical music
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Bernkastel - guided tour explaining local architecture and culture, including perfectly preserved half-timbered houses and Renaissance-style Rathaus (Town Hall), then free time
- Excursion to Trier - drive to Trier, a charming Roman city near the Luxembourg border and birthplace of Karl Marx, to see the Porta Nigra (best-preserved Roman gate in Germany) and Trier Cathedral
- Wine tasting along the Moselle - learn about wine varieties grown and produced at one of the most renowned wineries in the region, then sample local wines
Landmarks Bernkastel Market Square Landshut Castle Bernkasteler Doctor Vineyard Trier Porta Nigra Trier Cathedral Liebfrauenkirche - Day 17
Koblenz, Germany
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Koblenz - explore the old town's winding streets, impressive townhouses, charming squares, historic churches, and the famed Florinsmarkt (former political and economic centre)
- Marksburg Castle visit - drive to Marksburg Castle perched high above the Rhine River, dating back to 1117, the only castle on the Middle Rhine that avoided destruction (for active guests only, requires good fitness and mobility)
- Medieval Limburg - coach transfer to the charming medieval town of Limburg an der Lahn, walk historic cobblestone streets with perfectly preserved half-timbered houses, visit the Cathedral, and see Alte Lahnbrucke (Old Bridge)
Landmarks Florinsmarkt Marksburg Castle Limburg an der Lahn Limburg Cathedral Alte Lahnbrucke - Day 18
Rüdesheim, Germany
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through the Rhine Gorge viewing 40 hilltop castles and fortresses and the Lorelei statue
Optional Activities
- Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum - visit the museum featuring weird and wonderful mechanical musical instruments with local guide introduction, then explore on your own or take cable car up to Niederwald Monument
- Hike & Cable Car - guided hike through rolling vineyards of Rüdesheim with spectacular views of countryside and Rhine River, then board cable car to descend to town
Landmarks Rhine Gorge Lorelei Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum Niederwald Monument - Day 19
Mannheim - Heidelberg Region
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Orientation Tour of Heidelberg - coach transfer to Heidelberg for brief walking tour of Old Town with free time (walk includes some stairs and uneven ground)
- Historical tour of Heidelberg - guided tour of Heidelberg and Heidelberg Castle, one of the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps, with views from the castle's balcony and the great Heidelberg Tun (world's largest wine barrel) (walk includes some stairs and uneven ground)
- Excursion to Bad Durkheim - short drive through vine-covered landscapes to Bad Durkheim, visit the renowned property of Fritz Ritter (ninth-generation family-owned vineyard) for tour and tasting
Landmarks Heidelberg Old Town Heidelberg Castle Bad Durkheim Fritz Ritter Vineyard - Day 20
Strasbourg, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Strasbourg - see the city's most important sites on foot including cathedral, Petit France, and Grand Ile, learn about its unique mixture of French and German architecture and culture (active walk)
- Alsace wine region - coach tour through the pretty Alsace wine region to the village of Obernai for free time, then visit Mittelbergheim for wine tasting in a local cellar
- Cycle through Strasbourg - e-bike exploration of the city exploring over 500 km of bicycle trails through charming suburbs past historic buildings, beautiful parklands, and charming canals
Landmarks Strasbourg Cathedral Petit France Grand Ile Obernai Mittelbergheim - Day 21
Breisach, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting at Kaiserstuhl - visit the top-quality wine-producing region of Kaiserstuhl (known for 16-million-year-old volcanic soil) and sample delicious wines
- Excursion to Colmar - visit Colmar, likened to Venice due to its quaint canals, featuring an abundance of half-timbered houses dating back a thousand years, cobblestoned streets with charming stores and cafes, and bustling markets
- Excursion to Freiburg - discover picturesque Freiburg on the edge of the magical Black Forest, with local guide escort through medieval town centre to see Freiburg Cathedral (one of only a handful of structures surviving WW2 bombings)
Landmarks Kaiserstuhl Colmar Freiburg Freiburg Cathedral - Day 22
Zurich to Lyon
Included Activities
- Included flight from Zurich to Lyon
- Day 23
Mâcon, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Château de Cormatin - guided visit to the splendid Renaissance castle with gilded rooms, moat, water features, and beautifully manicured gardens, exploring original 17th-century interiors with gold-leaf decoration and free time in the gardens
- Georges Blanc cooking demonstration - journey to the picturesque village of Vonnas for exclusive cooking demonstration at Michelin-starred restaurant Georges Blanc, discovering the story of Maison Blanc and witnessing preparation of classic regional dishes including Volaille de Bresse à la crème and crêpes vonnassiennes, with free time to explore the village (available on select dates; when unavailable, replaced with cooking demo at a Michelin star restaurant)
- Truffle tasting - visit a local farm near Cortevaix to meet the passionate farmer and his hound, discover how truffles are grown and harvested, and savour a tasting of truffle butter and decadent chocolate mousse with truffles paired with fine local French white wine, plus time to stroll through rolling fields (available on select dates; when unavailable replaced with Monastère de Brou)
- Excursion to Cluny and visit Cluny Abbey - guided tour of Cluny and the magnificent 10th-century Benedictine Abbey, wandering through the village exploring grand church remains, impressive monastic buildings, vast 18th-century cloister, Romanesque and Gothic architecture, and the granary preserving sculpted masterpieces from the original abbey church
Landmarks Château de Cormatin Georges Blanc Restaurant Vonnas Cluny Abbey Cluny - Day 24
Vienne, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Vienne with Roman Theatre - guided walking tour discovering rich Roman heritage including the remarkable hillside theatre built for 10,000 spectators, wander through the city's gardens, ancient walls, cathedral, and historic Renaissance streets with free time
- Cycling tour of Vienne - cycle an easy 19 km route through Vienne and Saint-Romain-en-Gal exploring Roman ruins and the famous temple of Augustus and Livia, cross the Rhône River, visit nature-rich river islands, and spot mosaics at the Gallo-Roman museum before returning to town
- St-Joseph Côte-Rôtie wine tasting - private tasting of prestigious Condrieu and Saint-Joseph wines during guided visit to a Chavanay vineyard, discovering the artistry, passion, and heritage that define this exceptional terroir
Landmarks Vienne Roman Theatre Saint-Romain-en-Gal Temple of Augustus and Livia Gallo-Roman Museum Chavanay Vineyard - Day 25
Tournon, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Aperitif on the terrace of Tournon Castle with sweeping views over the Rhône River and surrounding terraced vineyards
- Dessert buffet of indulgent French pastries from a local pâtissier
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Tournon - explore the town on foot, learn its fascinating history, visit the castle built between the 10th and 16th centuries, cross France's oldest suspension bridge to the neighbouring town of Tain l'Hermitage (home to prestigious chocolatiers Valrhona) with free time
- Hiking through the vineyards in Tournon - hike through the sloping vineyards overlooking the Rhône River above Tournon, learn about local wine production and taste some of the delicious wines of the region
- Biking along the Rhône - cycle the picturesque banks of the Rhône River past charming villages and spectacular scenery to the nearby village of Glun
Landmarks Tournon Castle Tain l'Hermitage Valrhona Glun - Day 26
Avignon, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich - Exclusive gala dinner with classical concert from a trio of musicians in the Pope's Palace, the very room the Pope used to dine, after hours access when doors are closed to the general public
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Avignon including visit to the Popes Palace - guided walk through Avignon visiting historic city walls and the Pope's Palace, home to the Papacy and seat of Western Christianity in the 14th century (requires moderate fitness due to cobblestoned streets and numerous steps)
- Excursion to Pont Du Gard - guided tour of the ancient Roman aqueduct dating to the middle of the first century, an engineering masterpiece designed to carry water to the city of Nîmes
- Kayaking at Pont du Gard - paddle a kayak beneath the World Heritage-listed Pont du Gard aqueduct on the tranquil waters of the Gardon River, giving a unique perspective on its grandeur
Landmarks Palais des Papes Pont d'Avignon Avignon City Walls Pont du Gard - Day 27
Avignon, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Luberon villages and Sénanque Abbey - visit the village of Gordes, considered one of the most beautiful in France with stone buildings spiraling around a rock with church and castle at the apex, then visit picturesque Sénanque Abbey (note: Sénanque Abbey not open Sundays; on these days tour includes only exterior visit)
- Shop with a chef & Scenic Culinaire - join the Scenic chef to visit the local market where you will shop for and taste the best ingredients this region has to offer, return to the ship for interactive cooking demonstration at Scenic Culinaire cooking school learning regional recipes (note: Avignon Market closed on Mondays)
- Lavender Museum with visit to the village of Roussillon - visit a local lavender producer to learn how it is grown, harvested and utilised in this region, then take a guided tour of the beautiful village of Roussillon
- Wine tasting in Châteauneuf-du-Pape - sample wines from the village of Châteauneuf-du-Pape, where centuries of wine production create a fascinating history along the Côte du Rhône vineyards
Landmarks Gordes Sénanque Abbey Roussillon Châteauneuf-du-Pape - Day 28
Arles, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Arles - insightful walking tour departing from the ship visiting the ancient Roman amphitheatre, Arènes d'Arles (20,000-seat arena still in use today), experience vibrant colours and striking light that inspired many artists (note: Roman Amphitheatre closed Mondays and cannot be visited this day)
- Visit Les Baux with Carrières de Lumières - journey to stunning medieval village of Les Baux, visit a former quarry now hosting an immersive visual and musical installation highlighting works of notable artists on a 7,000 square-metre site
- Ancestry of the Kitchen with olive mill - visit a local olive farm to learn techniques of olive oil production, the owner will share their experience of life in this region and traditional Provencal recipes
- Discovery of Lavender: from field to perfume - visit a local organic farm specialising in production of essential oils from lavender, thyme, rosemary, and other herbs (typically late June to mid-August), discover health benefits, learn essential oil extraction process, create your own lavender perfume to take home
Landmarks Arènes d'Arles Les Baux Carrières de Lumières - Day 29
Viviers, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Viviers - join local guide to explore Viviers on foot, admire monuments and architectural treasures such as Cathedral of St. Vincent (first built 11th century, now 18th-century Gothic style with Renaissance facade), enjoy free time
- French Resistance walking Tour - walking tour of Viviers hearing stories of the French Resistance who fought against Nazi Occupation of France during WWII, learn local stories of heroism and daring missions
- WWII in Viviers - trace layers of Viviers' past as a peaceful riverside town shaped by extraordinary drama, walk through storied streets uncovering how this quiet corner became a pivotal stage in the Battle of Montélimar (1944 clash helping liberate southern France)
- Ardèche Nature Park with Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum - explore mountains and medieval fortress ruins of the sprawling park, be immersed in Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Museum (largest decorated Palaeolithic cave replica in the world)
- Explore the caves in the Ardèche Nature Park - drive through rugged natural beauty from Ardèche Gorge to Madeleine Caves, admire intricate rock formations, stalagmites, stalactites, and underground lakes (requires moderate fitness and sturdy shoes due to underground location and numerous steps)
- Excursion to Grignan de Provence - join local guide exploring the beautiful provincial town of Grignan, see the mighty castle dominating the town and Collegiate Church of the Holy Saviour with free time
Landmarks Cathedral of St. Vincent Ardèche Gorge Caverne du Pont-d'Arc Madeleine Caves Grignan - Day 30
Lyon, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich - Acapella choir performance in Trinity Chapel, a 17th-century Baroque building decadently covered in Carrara marble
Optional Activities
- French cookery lesson in Scenic Culinaire
Landmarks Trinity Chapel - Day 31
Lyon, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Lyon - discover Lyon's historic significance traversing hidden traboules and secret passageways dating back to the fourth century, then visit Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière with fabulous vantage point for views across Lyon
- Excursion to Pérouges - visit medieval walled village atop a hill overlooking the Ain River, beautifully preserved featuring vine-covered stone buildings, cobbled laneways and market square centred around centuries-old lime tree (requires high degree of fitness due to uneven surfaces and steep hills)
- Silk painting workshop - learn about Lyon's five-century heritage of silk production that dates back to Louis XI, learn about history and process of silk painting during this workshop
Landmarks Basilica of Notre Dame of Fourvière Pérouges - Day 32
Lyon to Paris
- Day 33
Les Andelys, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Hike to Château Gaillard with 'Richard the Lionheart' - medieval-themed walking tour uncovering historical secrets of Les Andelys and venturing up to Lionheart's castle, Château Gaillard, to wander among the remnants
- Tour of Les Andelys with Château Gaillard - explore picturesque Norman town of Les Andelys on the banks of the River Seine with local guide before reaching the Château overlooking the city
- Cider farm visit - visit a local farm to see Normandy's cider production process in action and taste this distinctive effervescent drink
- Renaissance-era Château Gaillon - explore extraordinary 16th-century Château Gaillon, one of the earliest Renaissance-style châteaux in France, admire remnants of lavish interior and learn about its importance to French history (open May to September, closed Mondays; outside this period or when closed, replaced with Château d'Acquigny Gardens and Louviers)
Landmarks Château Gaillard Château Gaillon - Day 34
Rouen, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- WWI Lecture - Day in the life of a Tommy - interactive evening understanding life of a soldier on the Western Front, gaining insight into the 'Great War' from the 1914 Christmas armistice football match to horrors of trench warfare, try on equipment and weapons, taste rations
Optional Activities
- Rouen city tour - guided tour seeing why Victor Hugo described Rouen as 'the city of a hundred spires', visit cathedral district, old marketplace and Saint-Maclou Quarter, step into Medieval alleys and half-timbered houses, learn about Joan of Arc and see where she was put to death in 1431, enjoy free time
- Guided tour of Rouen with Rollo the Viking - authentically dressed as Viking warlord Rollo the Walker tour guide taking you around the city learning about Viking raiders who made Rouen their capital, focus on the city's Medieval past with free time
- Photography discovery - join local photographer to learn the secret of this century-old art form, use Rouen as the landscape of your digital portrait like a modern impressionist artist
Landmarks Rouen Cathedral Saint-Maclou Quarter Joan of Arc Memorial - Day 35
Rouen, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Claude Monet and the Colors of Rouen - explore city's iconic landmarks that inspired the artist, especially Rouen Cathedral immortalized in his 30+ paintings capturing changing light and atmosphere, wander medieval streets with half-timbered houses, visit Musée des Beaux-Arts housing Monet's cathedral studies and Impressionist masterpieces (note: Museum closed Tuesdays and select public holidays; itinerary slightly modified on these days)
- Excursion to the Somme Battlefields including Newfoundland Memorial Park - full day excursion to WWI Battle of the Somme site claiming 150,000+ lives from Britain and Commonwealth, visit Australian National Memorial (Sir John Monash Centre), Franco-Australian Museum, Lochnagar Crater and Newfoundland Memorial Park
- Excursion to the Somme Battlefields Including Thiepval - full day following same route as above visiting Somme Battlefields, Australian National Memorial and Franco-Australian Museum, then after lunch travel to Caterpillar Valley Cemetery (5,500+ Commonwealth graves), Thiepval Memorial to the Missing, and Lochnagar Crater
- Bayeux tour - guided tour of Bayeux including Notre Dame Cathedral (built 11th-14th centuries, masterpiece of Norman Romanesque and Gothic architecture) with free time afterwards to explore the town
Landmarks Rouen Cathedral Musée des Beaux-Arts Battle of the Somme site Sir John Monash Centre Lochnagar Crater Newfoundland Memorial Park Thiepval Memorial Caterpillar Valley Cemetery Bayeux Notre Dame Cathedral of Bayeux - Day 36
Rouen to Honfleur
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Honfleur - guided walk showing Inner Harbour, Church of Sainte-Catherine, and Garden of Personalities with free time to explore
- On board lecture about Operation Fortitude and daily life in Honfleur during the D-Day campaign
Landmarks Honfleur Inner Harbour Church of Sainte-Catherine Garden of Personalities - Day 37
Honfleur, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to the Normandy Beaches including Omaha Beach (US history focused) - start at memorial on Utah Beach (where 20,000+ US troops landed June 6, 1944), visit Sainte-Mère-Église (town where 30 US Paratroopers landed), after lunch visit Normandy American Cemetery and Visitor Centre, stop at Omaha Beach Memorial (often called 'Bloody Omaha' resulting in 2,400 casualties)
- Excursion to the Normandy Beaches including British Normandy Memorial (UK history focused) - visit Bayeux (first town liberated after D-Day, became French capital summer 1944), Bayeux War Cemetery and Museum of the Battle of Normandy (describes chronological D-Day events), explore state-of-the-art Landing Museum at Arromanches (artificial harbour built to dispatch reinforcements), after lunch visit British Normandy Memorial, Pegasus Bridge & Museum, and Ranville War Cemetery (from September, Pegasus Bridge & Museum replaced with Merville Battery Site and Museum)
- Excursion to the Normandy Beaches including Juno Beach Centre (Canadian history focused) - begin at Abbey d'Ardenne (11th-century founded, now WWI Canadian POW memorial), visit Juno Beach Centre (memorial to 20,000 Canadian troops who landed), after lunch visit Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery (335 Canadian men killed in D-Day and early campaign), also visit Pegasus Bridge & Museum (from September, replaced with Merville Battery Site and Museum)
- Bayeux tour - guided tour of Bayeux including Notre Dame Cathedral (11th-14th centuries, masterpiece of Norman Romanesque and Gothic architecture) with free time afterwards
Landmarks Utah Beach Omaha Beach Sainte-Mère-Église Normandy American Cemetery Bayeux Bayeux War Cemetery Museum of the Battle of Normandy Arromanches Landing Museum British Normandy Memorial Pegasus Bridge Ranville War Cemetery Juno Beach Centre Abbey d'Ardenne Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery Merville Battery Site and Museum - Day 38
Caudebec-en-Caux, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Cycle to Villequier with Victor Hugo Museum - active e-bike tour along River Seine banks following flat 8-kilometre each way route, visit museum dedicated to Victor Hugo (famous French poet, playwright, novelist), return to ship (note: Victor Hugo Museum closed Sundays, replaced with Seine Museum)
- Fécamp and Bénédictine Palace - coach transfer to Fécamp (historic seaside town surrounded by tallest Normandy cliffs), guided tour of Bénédictine Palace (19th-century architectural masterpiece famous for producing Bénédictine liquor containing 27 plants and spices) with tasting
- Tales of the French Resistance - walking tour learning stories of the French Resistance who fought against Nazi Occupation of France during WWII, hear local stories of heroism and daring missions
- Normandy Abbey Road - explore this fascinating history with local guide on the Abbey Road with many grand abbeys on the banks of the River Seine
Landmarks Notre Dame Caudebec-en-Caux Villequier Victor Hugo Museum Fécamp Bénédictine Palace - Day 39
Vernon - La Roche-Guyon
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich - Walk from ship to Château de La Roche-Guyon (16th-century castle built into chalk hillside), explore manicured orchard and vegetable gardens, admire decorative walls, ceilings and tapestries, enjoy a drink and classical concert focusing on music by French composers
Optional Activities
- Monet's House and Garden - journey to Giverny to tour the town and visit the home of the founder of Impressionism, explore gardens comprising Japanese-inspired water garden with lilies that inspired his most famous works, enjoy free time
- Self-guided cycle from Vernon to Giverny - self-guided e-bike tour from ship in Vernon to Giverny (approximately 5 kilometres each way), visit Monet's House and Garden or wander this charming town, return to ship
- On board painting class - feel inspired to create a masterpiece following the morning's Monet-inspired touring
Landmarks Giverny Monet's House and Garden Château de La Roche-Guyon - Day 40
Conflans-Saint-Honorine - Paris
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit to Auvers-Sur-Oise - travel to village where Vincent Van Gogh painted his final masterpieces, see landmarks immortalised in his works such as Notre Dame de l'Assomption church, entry to Van Gogh's room (attic he rented during final months, empty since 1890), free time to wander the village
- Château de Chantilly - guided tour of magnificent castle, tribute to France's cultural heritage built by Henri d'Orléans (son of last King of France), see fine collections amassed in his lifetime, explore gardens and free time (note: Chantilly Castle closed Tuesdays, replaced with Versailles Palace and Garden)
- Musée de la Batellerie (inland water transport museum) - active tour in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine visiting the Inland Water Transport Museum, Conflans called 'barge capital of the world', located at confluence of Oise and Seine rivers with important water-based heritage
- Château de Malmaison - historic estate once residence of Napoleon Bonaparte and his first wife, Josephine de Beauharnais, renowned for elegant neoclassical architecture and beautifully landscaped gardens, museum showcasing furniture, artwork, and personal items from Napoleonic era
Landmarks Conflans-Saint-Honorine Auvers-Sur-Oise Van Gogh's Room Notre Dame de l'Assomption Château de Chantilly Versailles Palace and Garden Château de Malmaison - Day 41
Paris, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Trendy Marais with a local Parisian - guided walking tour of the Marais district with a Parisian guide, melting pot of cultures with fascinating history, opulent architecture, eclectic arts scene and high-end fashion
- Highlights of Paris city tour - guided coach tour of the city seeing famous sites from Eiffel Tower to Champs Elysee, Arc de Triomphe and Concorde Square, view 1163-built Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral (recently reopened after devastating 2019 fire)
- Opera Garnier - located in theatrical heart of Paris, spectacular Opera Garnier resplendent with ornately decorated rooms, grand staircases, glistening chandeliers, tour this opera house commissioned by Emperor Napoleon III (note: when Opera Garnier unavailable, replaced with Ateliers du Lumieres)
- Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte - coach to Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte (one hour from Paris), credited as founding French formal garden inspiring Versailles, property laid out in typical symmetrical fashion with stunning gardens creating theatrical setting
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Notre Dame Cathedral Champs Elysees Arc de Triomphe Concorde Square Marais District Opera Garnier Ateliers du Lumieres Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte Montmartre Moulin Rouge - Day 42
Paris to Bordeaux
Included Activities
- Included flight from Paris to Bordeaux
- Day 43
Bordeaux to Libourne
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Tour to Saint-Émilion - visit World Heritage-listed village with guided tour to unique Monolithic Church (mostly underground, carved directly into limestone)
Landmarks Saint-Émilion Monolithic Church - Day 44
Libourne to Pauillac
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Libourne - guided tour of Libourne with its rich history linked to wool, wine, salt and wood trade
- Wines and Vineyards of Saint-Émilion - journey to countryside of Saint Emilion exploring vineyards before a tasting
- Biking and tasting at Château Siaurac - cycle through acclaimed wine-growing region to impressive estate of Château Siaurac and enjoy a tasting
- Paint and Pour - join local artist for class on Sun Deck of Scenic Diamond, learn watercolour techniques and create your own masterpiece while sipping local wines
Landmarks Libourne Saint-Émilion Vineyards Château Siaurac - Day 45
Pauillac to Fort Médoc
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich - Classical Concert at Château d'Agassac - set in spectacular surrounds in Medoc countryside, 13th-century castle (one of oldest winemaking establishments in region), live musicians perform classical masterpieces for exclusive enjoyment
Optional Activities
- Médoc wine tasting by coach - coach tour through scenic region of 'Route des Châteaux' (Route of Castles) across 16,000+ hectares of vineyards and eight appellations, travel to local winery and enjoy wine tasting
- Médoc wine tasting by bicycle - discover spectacular Médoc countryside by e-bike, see many grand aristocratic châteaux in world's leading red wine producing region, afterwards sample region's finest at one of the prestigious estates
Landmarks Médoc Wine Region Château d'Agassac - Day 46
Cadillac, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments at additional cost
- French cuisine lessons in Scenic Culinaire cooking school
Landmarks Cadillac - Day 47
Cadillac - Bordeaux
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Sauternes by coach - coach tour through Sauternes to a vineyard for tasting of the chateau's fine wines
- Sauternes by bike - cycle through rolling vineyards of Sauternes for a tasting
- Roquetaillade Castle - tour the ancient castle with family whose ancestors resided here for over 700 years
- Biking in the Loupiac wine region - cycle landscapes of the Gironde in wine region of Loupiac admiring breathtaking Château Benauge
- Château Toulouse-Lautrec - guided tour discovering historic rooms of estate including apartments of famous painter
Landmarks Sauternes Roquetaillade Castle Loupiac Château Benauge Château Toulouse-Lautrec - Day 48
Bordeaux, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- On board oyster tasting - special treat with tasting of fresh oysters delivered straight from Arcachon Bay
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux - join local guide touring Bordeaux, discover highlights such as magnificent Gothic cathedral and Place de la Bourse
- Cycling tour of Bordeaux - pedal through historic Bordeaux on guided cycling tour, sample delicious treats such as canelé (custard cake)
- Shop with a chef - join Scenic's on board chef at local food market shopping for and tasting best ingredients this region has to offer before returning to Scenic Diamond for cooking demonstration to learn art of French fare (note: market closed Mondays)
Landmarks Bordeaux Cathedral Place de la Bourse Arcachon Bay - Day 49
Bordeaux to Bourg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Cité du Vin Museum - take local tram to Cité du Vin Museum and enjoy interactive journey of wine discovery
- Tour Bordeaux by motorbike & sidecar - cruise through Bordeaux in side car and/or on back of motorcycle with your host
- Visit Arcachon - join local guide for walking tour of charming bayside town of Arcachon, finish your visit at Baltard market (undercover food hall where stallholders tout local delicacies)
Landmarks Cité du Vin Museum Arcachon Baltard Market - Day 50
Bourg, France
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Bourg with Carriages Museum - visit Carriages Museum (situated inside Bourg Castle grounds) with local guide, discover unique collection of horse-drawn carriages on display
- Historic Saintes - tour Saintes, charming town in Charente-Maritime department of southwestern France steeped in 2,000 years of history and lush gardens
- Full day excursion to Cognac - fortified city renowned for producing world's finest brandy, enjoy walking tour of town, after lunch tour estate of famed Rémy Martin before sampling cognacs
Landmarks Bourg Castle Saintes Cognac Rémy Martin - Day 51
Blaye - Bordeaux
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye - stroll through charming city of Blaye with local guide, view World Heritage-listed monument overlooks Gironde Estuary
- Active walking tour of Blaye - tour fascinating citadel of Blaye on active walking tour with local guide, gain understanding of defence system created by famous architect Sébastien Vauban
- Cycling along the Captain's Road - join active cycling tour along Captain's Road
- Visit Château de la Roche Courbon - discover this fortified castle transformed into historic château with sprawling manicured gardens during guided visit
Landmarks Blaye Citadel Château de la Roche Courbon - Day 52
Bordeaux, France
- Meals
- Breakfast
