Scenic Pearl September 15-October 11 2028 Cruise & Offers | Scenic Cruises

Welcome to Zurich. Framed by alpine mountains at the confluence of Lake Zurich and the Limmat River, this magnificent city is known for the extraordinary quality of life it offers to its citizens. It’s also Switzerland’s largest city and its commercial and cultural centre. Check in to your luxury hotel and enjoy a relaxed evening before your journey commences.

This morning, discover Zurich’s treasures on a guided walking tour. Wander through the Old Town’s winding streets, the medieval square of Niederdorf, across bridges over the peaceful Limmat River, and admire the ninth-century Fraumunster Church with its renowned stained-glass windows created by legendary artist Marc Chagall.

This morning, transfer to Engelberg, a quintessential Swiss village surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery at the foothills of Mount Titlis, Switzerland’s highest year-round alpine attraction. It’s a place of charming alpine streets, authentic shops and cheese dairies with a historic Benedictine monastery at its heart.

This morning journey from Engelberg to Lucerne, sitting at the base of the mountains and beside its eponymous lake. Join your expert Scenic Tour Director to explore the town, admire its striking natural beauty. See the Jesuit Church, cross the quaint wooden Chapel Bridge and visit the Lion Monument, a detailed sculpture...

Enjoy a full day in Lugano, exploring the vibrant blend of cultures that make the town unique. Start with a guided walking tour of the city. Discover the elegant lakeside promenade, the historic Piazza della Riforma, and the picturesque Old Town with its narrow streets, ornate churches and bustling squares.

This morning, travel by coach to Tirano where you will board the iconic Bernina Express, one of the world’s most picturesque rail journeys. From wide panorama windows you will see snowy peaks, deep river gorges and forested valleys as make your way to the Alpine village of St. Moritz.

Spend today in St. Moritz soaking up its lakeside beauty and alpine panoramas. Known as the birthplace of winter tourism, it pairs grand hotels and designer boutiques with an unmistakably glamorous atmosphere. St. Mortiz is a published destination on Romantic Rhine & Moselle with Iconic Switzerland: Zurich to Amsterdam aboard Scenic Pearl.

From St. Moritz take a breath-taking train journey on board the Glacier Express to the alpine village of Zermatt. See snow-capped mountains and gorgeous valleys from the window of your seat on board this picturesque railway.

Wake in Zermatt today and breathe in the crisp mountain air flowing off the Matterhorn. Then take Europe's highest open-air cogwheel railway to Gornergrat, a rocky peak with a summit of more than 3,000 metres. It offers spectacular 360-degree views, including an uninterrupted vista of the neighbouring Matterhorn.

Transfer by coach to Interlaken this morning. As the name suggests, Interlaken sits between two lakes, Lake Thun and Lake Brienz, in the beautiful Jungfrau region. Overlooked by the towering peaks of Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau, Interlaken is known for its stunning alpine scenery.

Spend today exploring more of the region surrounding Interlaken. This morning, discover Jungfraujoch. Known as the ‘Top of Europe’, it’s home to the continent’s highest railway station at almost 3,500 metres above sea level. Take the famed cogwheel train to the top, which is covered in snow year-round, and enjoy mesmerising views of the towns and valleys below.

This morning, board the GoldenPass Express for a majestic journey through the Alps to Montreux. The train passes through tall mountains, green valleys and endless vineyards. Sit back and enjoy breathtaking views of mountains and its charming villages.

Welccome to Basel (Huningue), a centre of art and culture that sits on the banks of the Rhine River. Board your 5-star Scenic Space-Ship this afternoon and enjoy the evening’s welcome reception, where you can meet your fellow guests and raise a glass to the journey that awaits.

There’s lots of reasons Breisach is a must-visit food and wine destination. Not only does it share a border with the Alsace region, it’s also located between the Rhine River and the legendary Black Forest. Luckily for you, the town was meticulously rebuilt after World War II, complete with its traditional cobbled streets and pastel houses.

The capital of the Alsace wine region is a captivating blend of France and Germany. It has a Gothic cathedral and an Old Town surrounded by a river, with sherbert-coloured, half-timbered houses bordering a complex network of canals. Strasbourg proudly wears its medieval past while looking firmly towards the future and is known for its youthful energy and infectious spirit.

The ship docks in Mannheim today, a large metropolitan centre that’s used as a base to explore the surrounding region, including the historic charms of Heidelberg and the stunning vine covered landscapes Bad Dürkheim where you can sip on aromatic wines.

Disembark in Rüdesheim, a picturesque town surrounded by steep vineyards that’s known for its medieval architecture and wine culture – locals have been cultivating wine for more than two millennia. Rüdesheim is a published destination on Romantic Rhine & Moselle with Iconic Switzerland: Zurich to Amsterdam aboard Scenic Pearl.

Cochem is a medieval gem with a castle overlooking the town. While this may be its crowning feature, the traditional town is known for being part of the German wine route and is a great place to sample local varietals.

Oenophiles will have earmarked Bernkastel. It sits at the heart of the Moselle Valley wine region and one of the world’s most famous Riesling vineyards, Bernkasteler Doctor, is just on the edge of town. You’ll also fall in love with this wonderfully preserved riverside town for its atmospheric market square, with buildings...

One of the wonderful things about cruising is gliding past rolling hillsides, which is what makes today a highlight of your journey. Revel in a full day on board your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship as it winds its way through the majestic Moselle Valley.

Koblenz is many things; a wine hub, a fortress city and one of Germany’s oldest metropolises. Founded by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago it is strategically placed where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. Its long history ensures there’s something for everyone, from rich history to a melange of French and German cultures and beautiful scenery.

An early arrival and late departure gives you ample time to discover a city known for its art scene and fashion industry. Once dubbed ‘Little Paris’ by Napoleon, it blends the museums, galleries and luxurious shops of the ‘City of Lights’ with a historic old town and unique harbour precinct where historic...

Today you will arrive in Nijmegen. Dating back more than 2,000 years, it’s officially recognised as the oldest city in The Netherlands. Its large population of university students gives it a lively atmosphere, with many excellent museums, trendy coffee shops, independent stores and a buzzing nightlife.

It’s time to delve into a new culture, as the ship docks in Antwerp. It’s the largest city in Flanders, Belgium’s second city and the unofficial Diamond Capital of the world, having dominated global trade since the 15th century. The seaport, located 80km inland, is one of the world’s most important.

This historic small-town set on the Veerse Meer Lake is known as the ‘Pearl of Walcheren’. Wander through its narrow streets and along the charming marina nestled at its heart to see why. Dating back to the 12th century, it was a popular trading hub and the town’s wealth can be seen in the grand architecture of its buildings.

An early arrival allows for a full day in Dordrecht. It’s the oldest city in Holland and its location as a port city made it an important merchant stop. As you explore the port, canals, picturesque alleyways and town square you’ll discover more than 1,000 historic monuments dotted around the town, many of which have been reborn as restaurants, museums and theatres.

Your cruise concludes this morning in Amsterdam. Enjoy one final breakfast on board before disembarking and transfer to Amsterdam Airport, taking with you lifelong memories of a cruise that captured your imagination. Due to new restrictions on cruise ships at Amsterdam’s city docks, your cruise is now likely to embark and/or disembark at a port outside central Amsterdam.