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Scenic: Our Cruise Line Guide

The Australian company behind the Discovery Yachts Scenic Eclipse and Scenic Eclipse II, with two helicopters and a submersible each, and a river fleet of Space-Ships in Europe and on the Mekong, with gratuities and premium drinks included.

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The back story

Ocean fleet: Scenic Eclipse (2019), Scenic Eclipse II (2023); Scenic Ikon from April 2028 (scenic.cruises, Oct 2026) · Guests per ship: 228 on each Eclipse (200 in Antarctica); river ships 68–163 (scenic.cruises) · River fleet: 12 Space-Ships in Europe and Scenic Spirit on the Mekong (scenic.cruises) · What’s included: Gratuities, premium drinks, transfers, excursions (scenic.cruises FAQ) · Extras: Helicopter flights, submersible dives, spa treatments (scenic.cruises)

Scenic: the back story

Scenic·

An Australian touring company that took to Europe’s rivers in its own Space-Ships, then built the Discovery Yachts Scenic Eclipse and Scenic Eclipse II, with helicopters and a submersible.

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The fleet

Who it suits. On a budget: A first river cruise on a Space-Ship on the Rhine or Danube, with drinks, excursions and gratuities included. Mid-range: Scenic Azure on the Douro or Scenic Gem on the Seine, or a Verandah Suite on a Mediterranean Eclipse voyage. Luxury: An Owner’s Penthouse Suite on Scenic Eclipse, or the 247 m² Two-bedroom Penthouse on Eclipse II, in Antarctica with a helicopter flight to Snow Hill Island.

228 guests

Scenic Eclipse

Scenic·Discovery Yacht·€€€€

“The World’s First Discovery Yacht”: 228 guests (200 in Antarctica), two helicopters and a submersible.

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Launched 2023

Scenic Eclipse II

Scenic·Discovery Yacht·€€€€

The second Discovery Yacht, launched in 2023, for 228 guests (200 in Antarctica).

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From April 2028

Scenic Ikon

Scenic·Discovery Yacht · due 2028·€€€€

The next Discovery Yacht, sailing from April 2028 with 15 dining venues and eight bars and lounges.

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Up to 163 guests

Scenic Space-Ships, Europe

Scenic·River Space-Ships · Europe·€€€

Scenic Crystal, Jewel, Jade, Jasper, Opal, Amber, Ruby, Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond, for up to 163 guests.

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Up to 124 guests

Scenic Gem

Scenic·River Space-Ship · Seine·€€€

A custom-built Space-Ship for up to 124 guests on the Seine, able to reach Honfleur.

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Up to 96 guests

Scenic Azure

Scenic·River Space-Ship · Douro·€€€

A Space-Ship for up to 96 guests, sailing round trips on the Douro from Porto.

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Up to 68 guests

Scenic Spirit

Scenic·River ship · Mekong·€€€

A boutique river ship on the Mekong for up to 68 guests, with what Scenic calls the largest lead-in suites on the river.

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The suites

247 m²

Two-bedroom Penthouse Suite, Scenic Eclipse II

Scenic·Signature suite·€€€€

The largest suite in the fleet, 247 m².

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Spa pool terrace

Owner’s Penthouse Suites, Scenic Eclipse

Scenic·Signature suites·€€€€

The best views on board, a private spa pool on the terrace and personal butler service.

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Over the bow

Panorama and Grand Panorama Suites

Scenic·Signature suites·€€€€

At the front of the Discovery Yacht, overlooking the bow, with a curved terrace.

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Dining on board

Modern French

Lumière Restaurant & Champagne Bar

Scenic·Restaurant · Eclipse·€€€€

Modern French cooking and a dedicated Champagne bar aboard the Discovery Yachts.

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Asian fusion

Koko’s Asian Fusion

Scenic·Restaurant · Eclipse·€€€€

Asian fusion cooking, with a Sushi & Sake Bar.

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Up to eight

Night Market @ Koko’s

Scenic·Private dining · Eclipse·€€€€

Private dining for up to eight guests.

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Ten guests

Chef’s Table @ Elements

Scenic·Degustation · Eclipse·€€€€

A by-invitation degustation for ten guests.

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Up to nine bars

Scenic Lounge Bar

Scenic·Bar · Eclipse·€€€€

The main bar and heart of the yacht, beside Reception, with a mixology programme and whisky bar.

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Up to five venues

Crystal Dining and River Café

Scenic·River dining·€€€

Three-course dinners at Crystal Dining and casual snacks at River Café on the European Space-Ships.

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Spa and wellness

550 m²

Senses Spa

Scenic·Spa · Eclipse·€€€€

A 550 m² spa on Scenic Eclipse with ESPA treatments, infrared sauna, steam rooms and a Salt Therapy Lounge.

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Life on board

Extra cost

Helicopters and submersible

Scenic·Discovery experiences

Two Airbus H130-T2 helicopters and the submersibles Scenic Neptune I and II, at extra cost.

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Included

Scenic Enrich and Freechoice

Scenic·Excursions

Exclusive Scenic Enrich events, often in historic venues, and a choice of Freechoice excursions.

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Where it sails

Ocean and river

Where Scenic sails

Scenic·Itineraries

Ocean: Antarctica and the Arctic, Europe and the Mediterranean, the Americas, Asia, Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. River: Europe’s great rivers and the Mekong.

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What’s included and how to book

Truly all-inclusive

What the Scenic fare includes

Scenic·Inclusions

All tipping and gratuities on board and ashore, airport transfers, excursions, Enrich events, all dining and premium drinks on board.

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Smart casual

Scenic dress code

Scenic·Dress code

Casual and comfortable by day; smart casual in the evening, with a jacket optional.

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