Scenic Group, which includes luxury cruise operators Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours and Emerald Cruises, has introduced a selection of carefully curated new cruises and excursions for its 2025 river cruise itineraries.
Each sailing offers guests a choice of authentic cultural encounters and active outdoor adventures to experience unforgettable journeys to some of the world’s most captivating destinations.
New Antarctic Sailing on Ultra-luxury Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II
An unforgettable expedition where guests follow in the footsteps of explorers Shackleton and Scott, travelling from Australia to East Antarctica on board the Polar Class 6-rated Discovery Yacht, Scenic Eclipse II.
Cruisers can take in the breaching whales and sunbaking seals of the Balleny Islands from the Discovery ships’ observation deck while soaking up the Discovery Team’s encyclopaedic knowledge.
Guests will witness the Ross Ice Shelf up close – a natural ice harbour that has become a magnet for migrating whales, whilst adventure seekers can take a Scenic Eclipse helicopter over the snow-free McCurdo Dry Valleys of Ross Island to view one of the world’s most extreme deserts, the saline Lake Vida and Antarctica’s longest river.
On the journey to the final port in New Zealand, guests can enjoy onboard facilities by joining a yoga class, dipping into the heated Vitality Pool and making the most of truly all-inclusive meal and beverage selections.
Scenic’s new 24-day Antarctica’s Ross Sea: Majestic Ice & Wildlife itinerary is priced from £25,865 per person, including flights, transfers, free Wi-Fi and excursions, departing 8 January 2025.
Scenic’s New Excursions and Ports of Call on the Danube River
Guests will uncover Europe’s historical, cultural, and gastronomical wonders on a nine-night Scenic river cruise along one of Europe’s longest waterways, the Danube, sailing past rolling forested landscapes and docking in the heart of quaint towns such as Passau and Linz.
Guests will visit a new port of call, Krems, a vital trade gateway and a town rich in history, with medieval fortifications and renowned wineries.
Here, guests can join a new bicycle tour excursion along the Danube to Dürnstein, passing by scenic vineyard landscapes and quaint villages on an e-bike.
Prices for Scenic’s 10-day Danube in Depth itinerary are from £2,745 per person, including return flights, transfers, and all Scenic Freechoice activities. Multiple departure dates between April – October 2025.
New TV chef Sailings in the Caribbean and South of France with Emerald Cruises
Sailing on board the luxury yacht Emerald Azzurra from St. John’s, Antigua, guests will explore pristine beaches, coral reefs, and diverse cultures while being treated to delicious dishes prepared by celebrity chef Ben Robinson of Bravo’s hugely popular TV series ‘Below Deck’.
Guests will enjoy a welcome reception and participate in an interactive cooking demonstration, learning to recreate one of Chef Ben’s creations while also discovering the pink-sand beaches and crystal waters of Barbuda, the historic sites of the Îles des Saintes, and the charm and vibrancy of Guadeloupe’s markets.
Emerald Cruises’ Caribbean Yachting Discovery speciality departure itinerary is priced from £4,369 per person, including flights, transfers, meals, Wi-Fi, and select excursions. Departing 25 January 2025.
On a luxurious French river cruise, Emerald Cruises’ guests will meander along the Rhône and Saône rivers through the picturesque south of France onboard a state-of-the-art river cruise with a pool that transforms into a cinema.
Guests can discover picture-perfect villages and vineyards in Tournon and Roman ruins in Avignon and enjoy a tour of the indoor food market Les Halles Paul Bocuse, led by celebrity chef Michael Bonacini, in Lyon.
Prices for the eight-day Sensations of Lyon & Provence with Chef Michael Bonacini sailing start from £2,735 per person, including return flights from all major UK airports, transfers, meals, Wi-Fi, and select excursions. Departing 5 April 2025.
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