Idyllic Rhône
Idyllic Rhône
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These Suites on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space (315ft²), impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom.
At 269ft², and at the rear of the Diamond Deck, enjoy panoramic views of the breathtaking passing scenery through floor to ceiling windows across two walls of the cabin.
Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks they feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Sun Lounge system and are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europe’s rivers.
These Suites on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space (315ft²), impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom.
These spacious Suites (250ft²), located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin, bathtub with shower above.
Standard Suites 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.
Scenic Sapphire
Sailing the beautiful waterways of France with features such as Scenic Culinaire and two new one-bedroom Royal Owner's Suites.
Exclusively reconfigured for cruising the rivers of France, Scenic Diamond & Sapphire afford guests the utmost in luxury, comfort and refinement on these charming and serene passageways.
These sister vessels boast all of the luxury features you’ve come to expect from Scenic, as well as a handful of new and innovative features. From the all-weather vitality pool and updated wellness area, to the bespoke Scenic Culinaire cooking suite, guests can enjoy a raft of extravagant features when cruising aboard any of these three revolutionary river cruise vessels.
On top of all-new facilities and amenities, Scenic Diamond & Sapphire will emerge from dry-dock boasting the very finest luxury suites in France — each perfectly appointed to afford you a truly luxurious stay. One of the highlights of these updated ships is the Royal Owner’s suites, 47 square metres of sheer luxury located at the rear of the ships, affording panoramic views of the water beyond.
Ship Facts
| Speed | N/A | ||||||
| Width | N/A | ||||||
| Length | 135 | ||||||
| Capacity | 149 | ||||||
| Currency | EUR | ||||||
| Language | en | ||||||
| Crew Count | 57 | ||||||
| Deck Count | 4 | ||||||
| Refit Year | 2017 | ||||||
| Cabin Count | 75 | ||||||
| Launch Year | 2008 | ||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 2721 | ||||||
| Electrical Plugs |
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| Large Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | 1 |
Sun Deck
- Riverview Terrace
- Wheelhouse
- Sun Deck
- Walking Track
- Vitality Pool
Diamond Deck
- Panorama Deck
- L'Amour Restaurant
- River Cafe
- Panorama Lounge & Bar
- Gift Shop
- Reception
- Royal Balcony Suite Cat R & RA
- Junior Balcony Suite Cat RJ
- Royal Panorama Suite Cat RS
- Balcony Suite Cat PP, PA, A & P
Sapphire Deck
- Gallery
- Table La Rive
- Scenic Culinaire
- Crystal Dining
- Reception
- Junior Balcony Suite Cat BJ
- Single Balcony Suite Cat BS
- Balcony Suite Cat B, BB, BA & C
Jewel Deck
- Wellness Area
- Fitness Centre
- Salt Therapy Lounge
- Standard Suite Cat D & E
Aboard a Scenic Tours river cruise, you have a wonderfully diverse range of dining options to choose from; the informal all-day River Café, the intimacy of Portobellos Italian Restaurant, the elegance of the Crystal Dining Restaurant, the English tradition of high tea on the Riverview Terrace, and the exclusive Table La Rive for Diamond Deck, Junior and Royal Suite guests. Refined to relaxed, al fresco to intimate, you truly are spoilt for choice.
While you’re onboard, all cocktails, spirits, beer and wine, are available with their compliments at any time. The only exceptions are a very small number of rare, fine and vintage wines, champagnes and spirits. Lunch and dinner are always accompanied by cocktails, a wide choice of wines, beer, soft drinks, tea and coffee.
Crystal Dining
Our spacious main restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Award-winning Chefs prepare buffet, while regional wines are hand picked by our sommelier.
- Á la carte menus
- Four-course dinner
- Open seating with tables from 2 to 8
- Wide range of cuisine from local specialties to a Seafood Gala evening
- Buffet and á la carte menus available daily
- In-room dining served by a butler
Table La Rive
This intimate affair is the ultimate treat for your palate.
Royal and Junior suite guests as well as Diamond Deck guests are invited, by our Executive Chef, to join Table La Rive for an evening of sumptuous dégustation.
- Exclusive for Royal and Junior suite guests on cruises of 7 nights or less, and for all Diamond deck guests on cruises of 10 nights or longer
- Six-course dégustation menu with sommelier paired wines
- Intimate dining for only 10 guests per evening
Riverview Terrace
Savour a light bite or refreshing aperitif on the Riverview Terrace, a charming open-air lounge space that’s ideal for sunlit afternoons on the river. With all-inclusive refreshments available throughout your river cruise, this is the perfect place for enjoying a little alfresco dining.
River Café
The River Café provides you with a wonderful range of complimentary delicious light meals, snacks and refreshments that you can take anywhere at any time.
- Open from early in the morning until late afternoon
- Casual and flexible dining options to suit your schedule
- Offers full service and mouth-watering buffet style food
- A great meeting spot, open for all day grazing and socializing
- Gelato bar, light snacks, healthy options, tasty treats
In-Suite Dining
- Dine in the comfort of your suite enjoying the views
- Room service is available, and included throughout your cruise
L’Amour Restaurant
Available on board our Scenic Space-Ships in France, L'Amour boasts the best vantage point at the front of the ship showcasing sumptuous regional specialities from the freshest local produce.
- Authentic Italian, French or Portuguese dining
- A maximum of 32 guests an evening
- All guests will dine here at least once during their cruise
- Five-course menu with regional specialities, paired with wines from the region’s best wineries
- Floor-to-ceiling windows to enjoy the view as you dine
Scenic strictly limit their guest and cabin numbers. Not out of pretension or pride, but because in their experience, they know their guests appreciate a real sense of space. In fact, the wonderful scenery gliding by is often the only reminder you have that you’re actually on a ship.
Panorama Lounge & Bar
Explore our extensive wine list, relax with a coffee or catch-up with new-found friends at the Panorama Lounge & Bar. This is the main bar lounge on-board our Space-Ships, and it’s tastefully furnished to guarantee your comfort and enjoyment.
The Sun Deck
Make the most of every ray of sunshine with our purpose-built Sun Deck. Complete with deck chairs and a games area, this is a place to kick back and enjoy the view as your Space-Ship travels to its next destination.
Wheelhouse
Reception
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.