Scenic Crystal September 1-17 2027 Cruise & Offers | Scenic Cruises

Welcome to Prague, one of Europe’s best-preserved and most beautiful cities, with a rich and fascinating history stretching back more than 1,000 years. The Vltava River, the longest in the Czech Republic, runs through the centre of Prague, with the historic Old Town on one bank and New Town on the other.

Wake to the sound of church bells ringing out across this ancient city. This morning, join your expert local guide to explore Prague in all its Gothic glory including the Old Town, the famous Astronomical Clock and Charles Bridge, commissioned in 1357 by Charles IV. This afternoon, stroll this magnificent city at your leisure.

Today, discover more of Prague. Prague is a published destination on A taste of the Danube – A Culinary Cruise with Prague, Ljubljana & Zagreb aboard Scenic Crystal. It provides the setting for this stage of the journey; arrival, departure, berthing and excursion details are displayed only when they appear in the...

Journey by coach to the fascinating Bavarian city of Nuremberg, which dates back to the 11th century. Your cruise begins here and you’ll get to toast the occasion at this evening’s welcome reception. Prague > Nuremberg is a published destination on A taste of the Danube – A Culinary Cruise with Prague, Ljubljana & Zagreb aboard Scenic Crystal.

Wake in Nuremberg today. The city is dominated by one of the most significant imperial forts of the Holy Roman Empire, the 12th century Imperial Castle, which was the preferred residence of German kings. Behind its charming façade, Nuremberg also has a turbulent history.

You will arrive in Regensburg today. Boasting a staggering 2,000-year history. Within its narrow laneways, the city lays claim to having the highest concentration of bars in the country. It’s also home to the world’s oldest sausage kitchen, which dates back to the 12th century and serves more than 6,000 sausages a day.

Set on the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, Passau has been an important trading city since Medieval times, particularly for salt, commonly known as ‘white gold’. Each river is distinct in colour and some days you can clearly see the green, blue and black hues where the waters meet.

Wake up in Austria today, where your Scenic Space-Ship will dock in the heart of Linz, allowing you to effortlessly explore. This city is known for its vibrant music and arts scene and beautiful blend of traditional and contemporary architecture and lifestyle.

Spend this morning in Dürnstein, a small and picturesque town in Austria’s picturesque Wachau Valley. Enjoy some free time in Dürnstein explore this World Heritage-listed town, nestled on the edge of the Danube River and surrounded by ancient terraced vineyards.

Welcome to Vienna, the capital of Austria and a centre of art, music and culture. The city fostered the musical geniuses Mozart and Beethoven, and oozes charm with magnificent Baroque buildings, ample green spaces, a vibrant coffee-house scene, and masterpiece-filled galleries and museums.

This morning relax on board as you cruise down the Danube towards Bratislava. Slovakia’s capital since independence in 1993, Bratislava is a modern multicultural metropolis with an intriguing history. Its Old Town is glorious with Medieval and Gothic architecture. Its well-preserved hilltop castle, which dates back to the ninth century, still dominates the town.

This morning you will arrive in Budapest, the capital of Hungary and one of Europe’s most diverse and vibrant cities. Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, this city became united in 1873 when a newly built bridge connected the two.

This morning disembark your Scenic Space-Ship and transfer to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Although small in size and population this city doesn’t lack charm. With its many colourful buildings such as the Franciscan Church, lively town squares and baroque architecture, Ljubljana is one of the hidden gems of this region.

This morning, take a guided tour of Ljubljana, an ancient city sitting on the Ljubljanica River. See historic buildings like the Franciscan Church and St. Nicholas Cathedral and learn about their fascinating past. Later, journey to the charming lakeside town of Bled. Enjoy a tour of the city with time for a coffee and kremsnita (custard slice).

Cross the Croatian border to the capital, Zagreb, where your expert local guide will show you the highlights of the city. Beginning at your elegant hotel located in the heart of the city, you’ll see landmarks including St.

This morning, tour the sublimely beautiful World Heritage-listed Plitvice Lakes National Park. Wander along serpentine pathways to view a series of emerald green lakes, stepped and linked by impressive waterfalls. This is one of Europe’s best known national parks and will leave you with lasting memories.

After breakfast, transfer to Zagreb airport for your onwards journey or homebound flight leaving with cherished memories to last a lifetime. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions.