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Scenic Diamond August 19-29 2026 Cruise & Offers | Scenic Cruises

Bordeaux Affair with Madrid

VoyageBORM190826.1Journey beginsBordeaux, FranceJourney endsMadrid, SpainDatesAugust 19-29 2026Duration11 daysShipScenic Diamond

Retained from an earlier official catalog because it is not present in the current Scenic catalog. Absence alone is not treated as proof of cancellation.

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Published cruise sector details

Official ports, codes, and sector times
Official cruise sectorBordeaux (BOD) to Bordeaux (BOD)19 August 2026, 15:00 to 26 August 2026, 07:00

Scenic Diamond. Sector timestamps are reproduced from Scenic; the source does not supply a timezone.

Itinerary at a Glance

August 19-29 2026
Day 1 | 19 August 2026BordeauxArrival and departure times not published

Welcome to Bordeaux, where your crew are ready to receive you on board the luxurious Scenic Diamond. The moniker 'Sleeping Beauty' or La Belle Endormie was given to Bordeaux when industry was moved to the outskirts and the city was all but abandoned.

Day 2 | 20 August 2026Bordeaux > LibourneArrival and departure times not published | Overnight explicitly published

This morning is spent on board relaxing as you cruise into the beautiful 13th century port of Libourne. Spend the afternoon in the nearby town of Saint-Émilion, a World Heritage-listed medieval village with world-famous wineries, beautiful architecture and historic monuments. It’s also the birthplace of macarons.

Day 3 | 21 August 2026Libourne > BlayeArrival and departure times not published

Today you’ll have the opportunity to explore Libourne and its surrounding wine-growing region. Libourne > Blaye is a published destination on Bordeaux Affair with Madrid aboard Scenic Diamond. It provides the setting for this stage of the journey; arrival, departure, berthing and excursion details are displayed only when they appear in the...

Day 4 | 22 August 2026Blaye > Fort MedocArrival and departure times not published

This morning you will arrive in Blaye. Most famously, this petite hamlet is home to a World Heritage-listed citadel that was constructed to protect the city of Bordeaux from enemy attacks. Blaye > Fort Medoc is a published destination on Bordeaux Affair with Madrid aboard Scenic Diamond.

Day 5 | 23 August 2026Fort Médoc > Bourg > BordeauxArrival and departure times not published | Overnight explicitly published

Wake up this morning in Fort Médoc, located between Bordeaux and Pointe de Grave, at the northern end of the Médoc winegrowing region. This appellation grows some of the world’s most famous and expensive wines, particularly cabernet sauvignon. Fort Médoc > Bourg > Bordeaux is a published destination on Bordeaux Affair with Madrid aboard Scenic Diamond.

Day 6 | 24 August 2026Bourdeaux > Cadillac > BordeauxArrival and departure times not published

Departing Bordeaux early, your Scenic Space-Ship will cruise along the Garonne River to Cadillac. Founded in the 13th century, this charming, fortified city is centred around its magnificent château. Bourdeaux > Cadillac > Bordeaux is a published destination on Bordeaux Affair with Madrid aboard Scenic Diamond.

Day 7 | 25 August 2026BourdeauxArrival and departure times not published

Waking this morning in Bordeaux, you will have several options to explore this incredible city. Founded by the Celts around 300BC and became part of Julius Caesar’s Roman Empire in the 1st century. It has been an important trading port since the Middle Ages.

Day 8 | 26 August 2026Bordeaux > MadridArrival and departure times not published

Board your included flight from Bordeaux to Madrid where you will stay three glorious nights. Bordeaux > Madrid is a published destination on Bordeaux Affair with Madrid aboard Scenic Diamond. It provides the setting for this stage of the journey; arrival, departure, berthing and excursion details are displayed only when they appear...

Day 9 | 27 August 2026MadridArrival and departure times not published

Enjoy a tour of Madrid with a local guide this morning. You’ll explore the 17th century Austrian Quarter, the Sabatini Gardens, and the famous Cibeles and Neptuno Fountains. There will also be stops to see a traditional bullfighting ring, admire a panorama of the Royal Palace and visit the unique Templo de...

Day 10 | 28 August 2026MadridArrival and departure times not published

Madrid is a published destination on Bordeaux Affair with Madrid aboard Scenic Diamond. It provides the setting for this stage of the journey; arrival, departure, berthing and excursion details are displayed only when they appear in the stored Scenic schedule, and final operating information should be reconfirmed before sailing.

Day 11 | 29 August 2026MadridArrival and departure times not published

After breakfast, transfer to Madrid airport with memories of a truly unforgettable journey. 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.

Schedule source status: Scenic publishes the complete day-by-day itinerary text in its official catalog, but daily arrival and departure times are not included. No times have been estimated. Daily port-call times and dock, anchor, or tender status were not published in the audited catalog. All available itinerary information is presented on DeluxeCruises.com.

A closer look at this sailing

Bordeaux Affair with Madrid aboard Scenic Diamond

On August 19-29 2026, Scenic Diamond follows official voyage BORM190826.1 from Bordeaux, France to Madrid, Spain over 11 days. Its published progression includes Bordeaux, Bordeaux > Libourne, Libourne > Blaye, Blaye > Fort Medoc, Fort Médoc > Bourg > Bordeaux.

Discover the tranquil waterways of Bordeaux, cruising in 5-star ultra-luxury through this famed gourmet region. Then extend your journey in the vibrant Spanish capital, Madrid.

Scenic's official catalog provides 11 day-by-day entries for this departure but does not publish daily arrival and departure times. Those times remain explicitly unpublished here rather than being estimated.

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Luxury cruise planning summary

Scenic Diamond August 19-29 2026: is Voyage BORM190826.1 right for you?

This 11-day voyage aboard Scenic Diamond sails Bordeaux Affair with Madrid. Voyage BORM190826.1 is preserved locally but was not found in the latest verified voyage-search dataset, so current availability must be reconfirmed. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure.

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Why book Scenic Diamond Voyage BORM190826.1 with Deluxe Cruises?

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What should travelers compare for Voyage BORM190826.1?

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What is included and not included on Scenic Diamond Voyage BORM190826.1?

For the August 19-29 2026 Bordeaux Affair with Madrid sailing aboard Scenic Diamond: Scenic River publishes meals, selected beverages, butler service, gratuities, complimentary Wi-Fi and the applicable Scenic Freechoice and Scenic Enrich experiences. Transfers and land components must follow the exact itinerary, while personal services and optional experiences can cost extra. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.

What bed is provided for a child or third guest on Scenic Diamond Voyage BORM190826.1?

For the August 19-29 2026 Bordeaux Affair with Madrid sailing aboard Scenic Diamond: River-suite occupancy and primary beds vary by ship and category, and a universal current child policy is not safely verified for Scenic river cruises. The extra sleeping surface is not named by the current record, so Deluxe Cruises will obtain written sailing-specific confirmation before booking. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.

Are shore excursions included on Scenic Diamond Voyage BORM190826.1, and can Deluxe Cruises help with alternatives?

For the August 19-29 2026 Bordeaux Affair with Madrid sailing aboard Scenic Diamond: Applicable Scenic Freechoice excursions and Scenic Enrich experiences are published as included on Scenic River voyages. Capacity, local conditions, participant rules, optional experiences and the exact itinerary still control. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.

How does Internet and Wi-Fi work aboard Scenic Diamond for Voyage BORM190826.1?

For the August 19-29 2026 Bordeaux Affair with Madrid sailing aboard Scenic Diamond: Complimentary Wi-Fi is published for Scenic Ocean and River cruises. Satellite or regional coverage, allowances, device rules and uninterrupted performance can vary, so the exact departure terms must be confirmed. The exact booking confirmation controls.

What are Scenic Diamond's verified headline statistics?
Up to 163Guests
What clothes should I bring for this August itinerary?

Deluxe Cruises packing guidance for this August itinerary

  • Pack versatile layers suited to the route and season, including a light sweater and compact wind- and water-resistant outer layer.
  • Bring comfortable, supportive, non-slip walking shoes for piers, steps, cobbled streets, and longer touring days.
  • Add sun protection, a compact umbrella, and clothing that covers shoulders and knees where local religious or cultural sites require modest dress.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours dress guidance

  • European river ships: smart casual is standard, with somewhat more formal dress suggested for Table La Rive; no special formal wardrobe is required.

Packing suggestions are Deluxe Cruises editorial guidance; the cruise line's final documents and the weather forecast control the last check.

What services and amenities are available aboard Scenic Diamond?
  • European river Space-Ships publish butler service for every suite, dining and lounge spaces and selected e-bikes; wellness, pools, salt therapy and cooking facilities vary by ship and route.

Venues, hours, inclusions, equipment, and operating conditions can vary by ship and sailing. Deluxe Cruises will reconfirm the details for this departure.

What fitness, sports, or wellness facilities does Scenic Diamond have?
  • River fitness rooms, pools, e-bikes and wellness facilities vary by ship. Salt Therapy Lounges are not fleetwide, and e-bikes are route- and ship-dependent.

Exercise-space availability, deck access, operating hours, and equipment are confirmed for the exact ship and voyage.

What accommodation features and services can Scenic Diamond guests expect?
  • European Space-Ships publish Standard, Balcony, Junior and Royal categories. Scenic Sun Lounges apply to selected balcony and suite categories rather than every room, while butler service is published for every suite.

Review the exact room or suite number, category, deck position, layout, and benefits for Voyage BORM190826.1 before reserving.

Can children and babies sail aboard Scenic Diamond?
  • A current universal infant, child and childcare rule for Scenic river cruises was not verified; mark it unknown and obtain written sailing-specific confirmation.
  • A generic older passenger-ticket wording uses a different sixth-month expression, and a current universal river rule was not verified. Use the voyage contract and obtain written confirmation.

For Voyage BORM190826.1: do not assume a supervised program, babysitting, crib, or child-specific service unless it is confirmed for this sailing.

How does Scenic Diamond handle special needs, medical arrangements, and accessibility?
  • Notify Scenic at booking and when circumstances change. A guest who needs personal care or substantial assistance must travel with a capable companion.
  • River ships can have incomplete elevator coverage, narrow doors and corridors, changing gangways and coaches that cannot carry wheelchairs. Accessible rooms must be requested and confirmed before booking.
  • Scenic river ships do not carry a doctor. Crew have first-aid capability and arrange shoreside assistance at the next suitable port.
  • Guests must carry adequate medication and insurance and should never treat shipboard care as equivalent to a shoreside hospital.

Important: access varies by accommodation, gangway, pier, tender, shore transport, and operating conditions. Document needs when requesting the booking and reconfirm them before travel.

What is the smoking policy aboard Scenic Diamond?
  • The current official FAQ pages reviewed did not expose a reliable ship-by-ship smoking-location answer.
  • Do not publish an exact indoor or outdoor smoking-area claim for Scenic ocean or river ships until the selected voyage's current official documentation or onboard plan confirms it.

Designated locations and onboard rules can change. Follow the policy, posted signs, and crew instructions in force for the voyage.

How can I find the best cruise airfare for Scenic Diamond Voyage BORM190826.1?

For air travel before and after the August 19-29 2026 Bordeaux Affair with Madrid sailing aboard Scenic Diamond, compare schedules, fare rules, baggage allowances, connection times, and change options—not airfare alone. Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Airfare page to explore flight options designed around your cruise and potential ways to save money. Airfares and savings vary, and Deluxe Cruises will help confirm suitable travel dates and connection time before booking.

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Visit the Deluxe Cruises Cruise Travel Insurance page to prepare for a quote and compare optional protection with Travel Insured.

You can also search the Deluxe Cruises Cruise-Line Travel Insurance Directory for cruise-line-specific plan companies, insurer or administrator contacts, available policy-document links, and published pre-existing-condition purchase guidance. Plan terms and availability can change; the policy or certificate issued for your state controls.

How do I access Scenic Diamond Voyage BORM190826.1 in Scenic Trip Personaliser after booking with Deluxe Cruises?

Before you begin: After Deluxe Cruises confirms Scenic Diamond Voyage BORM190826.1, use Scenic's booking number from the Scenic confirmation and the booked guest's surname. Trip Personaliser is a booking lookup, not a password account; a Deluxe Cruises invoice, receipt, or payment reference will not replace Scenic's booking number.

  1. Step 1 — Open Manage Booking: Choose Manage Booking or Trip Personaliser from Scenic's official website.
  2. Step 2 — Enter the booking details: Enter the Scenic booking number and the guest surname. First name is optional and can be used to limit the display to one passenger.
  3. Step 3 — Open the trip: Submit the booking details and select Scenic Diamond Voyage BORM190826.1. There is no account-creation or Forgot Password step because the portal uses booking details rather than a password.
  4. Step 4 — Complete personal information: Provide the requested date of birth, address, contact, next-of-kin, passport, and applicable frequent-flyer, visa, or independent-flight details exactly as documented.
  5. Step 5 — Review released requirements: Check the Trip Personaliser for travel information, forms, and any medical or expedition requirements Scenic releases for the reservation.

If Scenic does not recognize Scenic Diamond Voyage BORM190826.1, recheck the booking number and surname exactly as shown on the Scenic confirmation. Then contact Deluxe Cruises so your advisor can verify the booking record with Scenic.

Trip Personaliser content and forms vary by itinerary and departure stage. Deluxe Cruises remains your travel advisor for booking changes and assistance. Do not share passport or personal data outside the verified Scenic portal.

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