Scenic Gem
Scenic Gem

Scenic Gem cruises the stunning Seine River in France. This custom-built Space-Ship designed for only up to 122 guests, can access the top of the Seine and has the unique ability to take you to the port commune of Honfleur, thanks to its special design.

Dining Venues, Excursions Included, Wellness Centre, Fitness Centre, Entertainment Options

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What to expect from Scenic Gem

Overview

Scenic Gem cruises the stunning Seine River in France. This custom-built Space-Ship designed for only up to 122 guests, can access the top of the Seine and has the unique ability to take you to the port commune of Honfleur, thanks to its special design.

Beautifully designed and crafted to a meticulous specification, every inch of Scenic Gem has been carefully considered for your optimum enjoyment, comfort and wellbeing. From luxury designer flourishes to innovative technologies, this supremely appointed vessel is capable of transporting you in complete safety and luxury, so that you can take in the exquisite surroundings of the Seine at your own pace. 

To help you select the cabin class that’s right for you, here we present the complete deck plans for Scenic Gem. Helpfully colour coded to highlight the different cabin classes and where they appear on board, the plans give you clear insight into the overall layout of the ship, so you can begin to decide which area of the ship you’d prefer to be based during the voyage. 

When you board a Scenic Space-Ship, you’ll unpack your bags and settle into your spacious and luxurious suite. Spend your days exploring the abundant spaces with multiple dining experiences, bars and lounges. Marvel at the panorama of Europe’s captivating waterways passing by.

Accommodation

Our suites are among the largest on Europe’s rivers and are finished with modern, elegant furnishings, spacious bathrooms and a Queen-sized Scenic Slumber Bed. Balcony Suites, Junior Suites and Royal Suites feature the innovative, all-weather Scenic Sun Lounge – a window to the world to admire the beautiful passing landscapes.

Royal One Bedroom Suite

At 455ft², these are amongst the largest suites on Europe’s rivers. At the rear of the Diamond Deck, enjoy fantastic views of the passing scenery, separate lounge and dining area and luxurious oversized bathroom.

Royal Balcony Suite

These Suites located on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space, impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom.

Suite Highlights

  • A luxury queen sized Scenic Slumber Bed
  • Scenic Sun Lounge, for wide-angle splendour at the press of a button
  • Separate lounge area
  • Oversized bathroom with separate shower and bath, and upgraded bathroom amenities

Amenities & Features

  • Exclusive invitation to dine at Table La Rive or Table d’Or
  • Priority reservations at selected dining venues
  • A complimentary welcome bottle of champagne (750ml)
  • €200 per suite on board credit for use in the Wellness Centre
  • Private arrival and departure transfers in Europe*
  • Personalised butler service, including unlimited complimentary laundry, shoeshine and valet, early morning tea and coffee services and a daily delivery of savoury and sweet canapés or fruit
  • Mini bar, replenished daily
  • Pillow menu, including anti-aging, low-allergy and memory-foam neck pillows
  • Nightly turndown service
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • In-suite safe

Deluxe Balcony Suite

Located in prime locations at the front of the ship on both the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, they offer all the features of our private Balcony Suites with our ingenious Scenic Sun Lounge, but with even more space to relax.

Balcony Suite

    Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these stylishly decorated suites feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge and offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.

    Room Highlights

    • A luxury queen sized Scenic Slumber Bed
    • Scenic Sun Lounge, for wide-angle splendour at the press of a button
    • Spacious bathroom with luxurious amenities

    Amenities & Features

    • Personalised butler service for every suite
    • Complimentary laundry service once per suite
    • Early morning tea and coffee
    • Beverage service in your suite
    • Mini bar, replenished daily
    • Pillow menu, including anti-aging, low-allergy and memory-foam neck pillows
    • Nightly turndown service
    • Bathrobes and slippers
    • In-suite safe
    • Shoeshine and valet service. 

    Standard Suite

    Staterooms are located on the Jewel Deck with large picture windows to ensure a great view. They have a spacious design and clever layout alongside all the usual luxurious amenities and furnishings.

    The bedroom area has a Queen-size Scenic 'Slumber bed' with Egyptian cotton linen and pillow menu. The bathroom with shower, is well stocked with L'Occitaine toiletries as well as a hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers. The suite also contains a complimentary in-suite mini-bar, restocked daily. The suite has a Flat screen HDTV linked to Mac Mini, complementary WiFi and use of a telephone. A safe is also provided for your valuables.

    Guests staying within this suite receive butler service that includes valet and shoeshine service, drinks and cocktails.

    Decks

    Sun Deck

    • Riverview Terrace
    • Wheelhouse
    • Sun Deck
    • Walking Track

    Diamond Deck

    • Panorama Deck
    • L'Amour Restaurant
    • River Cafe
    • Panorama Lounge & Bar
    • Gift Shop
    • Reception
    • Elevator
    • Royal One-Bedroom Suite Cat RP
    • Royal Balcony Suite Cat R
    • Deluxe Balcony Suite Cat PD
    • Balcony Suite Cat P & PA

    Sapphire Deck

    • Crystal Dining Restaurant
    • Table La Rive
    • Galley
    • Elevator
    • Deluxe Balcony Suite Cat BD
    • Balcony Suite Cat C

    Jewell Deck

    • Wellness Area
    • Fitness Centre
    • Standard Suite Cat E

    Kids and Teens

    Please note: Scenic Gem does not have any specific facilities to accommodate Kids/Teens.

    Gratuities

    Tipping and gratuities for drivers, local guides, porters, and waiting staff are included in the total price of your holiday. Please note, tipping is not included for meals, drinks, taxis and transfers outside your itinerary and only applies to on board services. We’d recommend tipping 10-15% in restaurants (unless a service charge has already been applied) and 10-15% on taxi meters. As a rule, always pre-negotiate taxi fares before agreeing to travel.

    Entertainment

    When you board a Scenic Space-Ship, you’ll unpack your bags and settle into your spacious and luxurious suite. Spend your days exploring the abundant spaces with multiple dining experiences, bars and lounges. Marvel at the panorama of Europe’s captivating waterways passing by.

    Panorama Lounge & Bar

    The Panorama Lounge is the main bar area on board the Scenic Pearl. Here, you can explore our extensive bar menu, which is complete with premium wines, beers and spirits, whilst enjoying a programme of entertainment from local musicians, dancers and performers.

    The Sun Deck

    Ideal for those sunlit days on the river, the Sun Deck is a designated open-air space equipped with everything you might need to relax and enjoy the great outdoors on your river cruise – think deck chairs, games area and a bar where you can make the most of our all-inclusive service.

    Reception

    Whatever you need on your cruise through Europe, our welcoming reception team is here to ensure your trip goes down without a hitch. The reception area is also the meeting point for the day’s shore excursions; you’ll find it in the middle of the Scenic Gem.

    Wheelhouse

    The Wheelhouse is where our expert crew pilot your Space-Ship, negotiating the twists and turns of the Danube with the utmost precision and care. Stop by to chat with the team and take a peek behind the scenes.

    Gallery

    Our Gallery spaces are dedicated to showcasing works by local artists, so you feel connected to people and place in every destination. We believe little touches like this are what make our European river cruises so special.

    Enrichment

    Scenic offers the most all-inclusive excursions on Europe and South East Asia's rivers. Create stories for life with exclusive Scenic Enrich events and choose from a variety of daily Scenic Freechoice activities that cater to your interests and fitness levels. 

    Scenic E-Bikes

    Explore cities onshore on our complimentary e-bikes. Keep active and interact with locals as you explore Europe’s countryside.

    Scenic Freechoice

    Enjoy the freedom of customising your holiday your way with Scenic Freechoice. Choose from a wide range of truly all-inclusive experiences classified into ‘Active’, ‘Moderate’, and ‘Relaxed’ grades, and find the ones to match your pace each day.

    Scenic Enrich

    Enjoy wondrous moments exclusively created for you, ranging from a private concert in a grand 18th century palace in Germany or indulging in a sumptuous dinner in a local home in the Netherlands. Enjoy these exquisite handcrafted experiences that are not available to the regular traveller.

    Scenic Tailormade

    Immerse in the wonders of Europe with Scenic Tailormade, a GPS-powered discovery system, which can be downloaded from The App Store or Google Play, lets you see more of the continent both on board and on shore.

    Dining

    Scenic Space-Ships feature up to five dining venues and our culinary team creates dishes inspired by the regional cuisines of the countries you cruise through. Whether it’s a three-course meal at Crystal Dining, a casual snack at River Café, or dining in the privacy of your suite, there is something for every palate and mood.

    Crystal Dining

    Enjoy à la carte menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Crystal Dining. Available on all Europe and South East Asia river cruises, this main restaurant offers a relaxed dining experience with local delicacies. 

    L'Amour Restaurant

    With up to only 32 guests an evening, the exclusive and intimate Portobellos or L’Amour showcase sumptuous regional specialities. The delectable five-course menu features either Italian, French or Portuguese cuisine (depending on your cruise location), paired with elegant wines, and is available on all European river cruises.

    Table La Rive

    Featuring a six-course degustation, the exclusive Table La Rive and Table d’Or on our European river cruises offers an intimate dining experience for only 10 guests per evening. Guests staying on the Diamond Deck for 10 nights or longer, as well as Royal and Junior Suite guests staying for up to nine nights, will be invited by our Executive Chef.

    Riverview Terrace

    Enjoy a refreshing afternoon aperitif or pick-me-up light bite on the Riverview Terrace, an open-air lounge and bar area located on the Sun Deck. Alfresco living doesn’t get better, with all-inclusive refreshments to complement the rapturous views.

    River Café

    Offering a casual dining experience, you can enjoy all-day grazing options, light snacks and tasty treats to suit your schedule. The River Café is available on all Europe and South East Asia river cruises.    

    In-Suite Dining

    Choose to dine in the comfort of your luxurious suite, while taking in the incredible views and enjoy included room service throughout your cruise.

    Health and Fitness

    Whilst aboard the ship, guests are provided with a Fitness centre and a Wellbeing centre where luxurious treatments such as a one-hour aroma therapy full-body massage are available.

    Wellness Area

    Feel pampered throughout your river cruise at the Wellness Area. From facials to massages, our beauty therapist provides a selection of indulgent treatments to help you truly relax.

    Fitness Centre

    This innovative lounge is featured on most of our Space-Ships in Europe. The salt brick walls of the humidity and temperature-controlled lounge are known to offer a range of health benefits for respiratory and immune systems.

    Other Cruise Information

    ClassCruise Type: river

    Class: Space-Ship

    Ship Size: boutique

    Style: luxury

    Operator Reference: scenic-tours-operator

    Nursery: none

    Child Facilities: none

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