Scenic is launching three new itineraries for 2021, including two culinary sailings in France and a five-day mini-cruise along the Danube for those new to cruise holidays.

As the interest in culinary travel continues to grow, Scenic Luxury Cruises and Tours has launched two new culinary cruises sailing in France from April 2021. Also, for those ‘new-to-cruise’, the brand has introduced a five-day mini-cruise along the Danube.

Sailing between Vienna and Budapest, the new itinerary will allow guests to sample one of Europe’s most iconic rivers.

The 11-day Tastes of Southern France sailing allows guests to set their senses ablaze in the south of France while sailing on this round-trip from the gastronomic capital, Lyon, taking in the famous wine-growing region of Beaujolais, Avignon and Viviers.

In addition to onboard cooking lessons, tastings and presentations, highlights of the 11-day itinerary include:

  • Learn the tricks and techniques of truffle farming on a guided tour with a local farmer before enjoying a tasting of their delicious produce.
  • Visit the restaurant of acclaimed chef Georges Blanc for a cooking demonstration.
  • Taste the premium wines and tour the Château Meursault wine estate.
  • Attend an exclusive interactive workshop at the Valrhona Cite du Chocolate Museum.

Prices for the Tastes of Southern France river cruise start from £3,745 per person based on 27 April 2021 departure.

Sail through the Médoc region on Scenic’s 11-day Flavours of Bordeaux while embracing the stunning landscapes, delicious fare and refined winemaking.

The 11-day itinerary sails round-trip from Bordeaux, taking in the region’s most spectacular sites and flavours, from sampling local delicacies at a local truffle farm to visiting a Lillet wine producer. Additional culinary experiences include:

  • Learn about the traditional craftsmanship of barrel-making with a local cooper.
  • Attend a blind wine tasting to enjoy the complexities of the different varieties.
  • A local tasting of cheese, bread, charcuterie and cocktails at the estate of Château de La Rivière.
  • A tasting of fresh oysters with champagne and a dinner of fresh seafood sourced from Arcachon Bay.

Prices for the Flavours of Bordeaux river cruise start from £3,745 per person based on 20 April 2021 departure.

The new five-day mini-cruise, Tastes of Imperial Europe, is the perfect opportunity to enjoy Europe’s medieval towns, Baroque palaces and fairy-tale castles while enjoying life onboard Scenic’s 5-star Scenic Space-Ship featuring a personal butler service.

Starting in Vienna and travelling through Bratislava towards Budapest, highlights from this new itinerary include:

  • A guided tour behind the Iron Curtain to discover Bratislava’s communist-era history.
  • Visit the underground labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock, set underneath the city’s castle district and built in secret during World War II.
  • A hike up the World Heritage-listed Buda Hill for a rejuvenating experience.
  • Attend an exclusive private classical music concert in the second-largest Baroque palace in the world.

Prices for the Tastes of Imperial Europe river cruise start from £1,635 per person based on 25 April 2021 departure.

All prices include return flights, transfers, gratuities, exceptional wining and dining experiences, a personal onboard butler, a selection of exclusive once-in-a-lifetime Scenic Enrich experiences and daily Scenic Freechoice excursions, from which guests can choose to tailor their trip for truly personal experience.

For more information or to book, call 0808 271 5355, visit www.scenic.co.uk, or talk to your local travel agent.

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