Our 5-star ship, Scenic Aria, has set the standard for ultra-luxury river cruising on the Douro. It has an abundance of premium experiences and luxurious outdoor, dining, and wellness areas for only up to 96 guests, along with an almost 1:2 crew-to-guest ratio. It features spacious suites, a Vitality Pool, and the ability to dock in the heart of towns, allowing you to more time to explore onshore.
Scenic Aria
Scenic Aria
Ship Facts
| Launch Year | 2027 | Refit Year | |||||
| Language | en | Gross Tonnage | 1780 | ||||
| Length | 80 | Width | N/A | ||||
| Currency | EUR | Speed | N/A | ||||
| Capacity | 96 | Crew Count | 43 | ||||
| Deck Count | 4 | Cabin Count | 48 | ||||
| Large Cabin Count | 0 | Wheelchair Cabin Count | 0 | ||||
| Electrical Plugs |
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Royal One-Bedroom Suite
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occupancy: 1
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occupancy: 2
At 420ft², this is the largest suite on the ship. Located on the Diamond Deck, both suites enjoy fantastic views of the passing scenery from your private balcony complete with Scenic Sun Lounge. Each Suite has a separate lounge area and a luxurious bathroom offering a separate bath and shower.
Riverview Suite
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occupancy: 1
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occupancy: 2
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Junior Balcony Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
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occupancy: 2
These spacious Suites, located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin and shower.
Balcony Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
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
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
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.
Scenic Aria
Our 5-star ship, Scenic Aria, has set the standard for ultra-luxury river cruising on the Douro. It has an abundance of premium experiences and luxurious outdoor, dining, and wellness areas for only up to 96 guests, along with an almost 1:2 crew-to-guest ratio. It features spacious suites, a Vitality Pool, and the ability to dock in the heart of towns, allowing you to more time to explore onshore.
Ship Facts
| Launch Year | 2027 | ||||||
| Refit Year | |||||||
| Language | en | ||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 1780 | ||||||
| Length | 80 | ||||||
| Width | N/A | ||||||
| Currency | EUR | ||||||
| Speed | N/A | ||||||
| Capacity | 96 | ||||||
| Crew Count | 43 | ||||||
| Deck Count | 4 | ||||||
| Cabin Count | 48 | ||||||
| Large Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||
| Electrical Plugs |
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Sun Deck
- Sun Deck
- Vitality Pool
- Wheelhouse
- Riverview Terrace
- Walking Track
Diamond Deck
- Portobellos Restaurant
- River Cafe
- Panorama Lounge and Bar
- Gift Shop
- Wellness Area
- Reception
- Balcony Suite Cat P
- Balcony Suite Cat PA
- Junior Balcony Suite Cat RJ
- Royal One-Bedroom Suite Cat RP
Sapphire Deck
- Crystal Dining Restaurant
- Table D'Or
- Fitness Centre
- Wellness Area
- Elevator
- Balcony Suite Cat B
- Balcony Suite Cat BB
- Junior Balcony Suite Cat BJ
- Balcony Suite Cat C
- Riverview Suite Cat C1
Jewel Deck
- Galley
- Elevator
- Standard Suite Cat E
Whether you prefer fine dining, a relaxed café setting or dining in the privacy of your suite, you’ll find delectable options to suit your tastes and mood. Premium international beverages+ – wine, beer, cocktails, spirits – are included and available all day, every day. It’s more than outstanding food and wine – it’s the fresh flavours of the region prepared by our innovative chefs.
Crystal Dining
Experience: complimentary
Food: classic
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.
Portobellos
Experience: complimentary
Food: italian
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.
River Café
Experience: complimentary
Food: casual
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
Experience: complimentary
Food: room
Choose to dine in the comfort of your luxurious suite, while taking in the incredible views and enjoy included room service throughout your cruise.
Table d'Or
Experience: complimentary
Food: Exclusive
Exclusive dining venue on board Scenic Aria.
Royal and Junior suite guests as well as Diamond Deck guests are invited, by our Executive Chef, to join Table d'Or 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
Experience: complimentary
Food: casual
Perfect for light bites or afternoon refreshments, Riverview Terrace is our Sun Deck lounge and bar area, where you can enjoy snacks and drinks during the day. Combined with our all-inclusive service, this is the ideal spot to unwind with a glass of your favourite tipple as the wonders of the Douro drift by.
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
Enjoy local entertainment, chat with new friends or peruse our extensive drinks list at Panorama Lounge & Bar. As the main lounge area on board Scenic Aria, this is where you can relax and enjoy a stimulating evening on the river.
The Sun Deck
Soak up the Portuguese sunshine from the Sun Deck – a spacious, open-air lounge and leisure area where you’ll spend much of your downtime on board. With deck chairs, Vitality Pool, café and games area, it’s perfect for a slice of alfresco living during your Douro river cruise.
Reception
Located at the heart of Scenic Aria, the reception area is a place to get help and advice during your river cruise; it’s also the meeting point for excursions and events. Whatever you need, our helpful crew are always on hand to help.
Gift Shop
Pick up those all-important essentials or a gift for loved ones back home at Scenic Aria's on board gift shop. You’ll find it near the reception.
Wheelhouse
This is where our crew pilot your luxury Space-Ship, navigating the meandering passage of the Douro from Porto to the Spanish border. Stop by during your cruise for a glimpse 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.