Visits to World War I sites in Ypres and Passchendaele, new culinary itineraries and a series of traditional local cooking classes are among the highlights of Scenic’s 2021 European luxury river cruise collection.
A Book with Confidence programme also provides provides flexibility and peace of mind for guests.
The Tastes of Southern France on the Rhône and the Flavours of Bordeaux itinerary cruising the Garonne include an on board dinner prepared by Michelin star chef Didier Goiffon and a cooking class at three-star Michelin chef Georges Blanc’s restaurant.
Guests can learn the family secrets of regional recipes with Scenic’s new Ancestry of the Kitchen programme that includes a series of authentic cooking classes held in the homes of locals including Dutch Apple Pie baking in Hoorn, Bulgarian Banica in Vidin and a traditional Portuguese bread-making experience.
For those seeking a shorter getaway along one of Europe’s most famous rivers, there’s a four-night sailing from Vienna to Budapest along the Danube which concludes with an exclusive classical concert at Budapest’s Godollo Palace.
Guests booking before 31 July, 2020, will enjoy guaranteed savings of £1,200 per couple, complimentary private door-to-door chauffeur transfers and Scenic’s new Deposit Protection Plan.
The scheme enables guests to change their travel dates or itinerary up to 90 days before departure. An additional Early Payment Discount of £125 per person is available on 2021 bookings paid in full by 31 October.
Colin Downing, Scenic Group’s managing director UK, comments: “While the world may have changed, we are confident consumers will increasingly look to smaller ship experiences like those on Scenic’s Space-Ships.
“Our entire feet of Scenic Space-Ships are perfectly suited for exploring the historic waterways of Europe. The innovative Scenic Sun Lounges in our spacious suites, up to five dining venues and a holistic range of well-being options, including the first on board Salt Therapy Lounge, provide a luxurious new perspective as European landscapes float by.
“Our global management team is also working closely with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and government health agencies around the world to continue to provide each and every guest with the uttermost confidence while on board with us.”
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