France River Cruises
Experience a truly all-inclusive journey of a lifetime through the historic and iconic culinary regions of France.
From witnessing the beauty of Bordeaux and the dazzling delights of Paris, to winding through the French gastronomic city of Lyon - revel in the magnificence of this amazing country, in truly all-inclusive ultra-luxury.
Be fascinated by the diverse regions of France, each possessing its own natural charm. Enjoy delectable food and wine, exquisite architecture and the history that France is famous for, as you embark on your all-inclusive river cruise.
Our ultra-luxury river cruises cater for only up to 147 guests. Each journey is designed to take you into the heart of extraordinary regions while you relax and unwind as you explore multiple magical towns and cities with ease.
Enjoy an abundance of premium experiences and luxurious outdoor, dining and wellness areas and spacious suites. Our Space-Ships can also dock in the heart of towns and cruise further upstream in Northern France, so you can be immersed further afield, such as picturesque Honfleur.
Our generously sized suites are elegantly appointed with premium amenities including a queen-size Scenic Slumber bed, a pillow menu and luxurious bath products. The Balcony, Junior and Royal Suites feature your very own window to the world with our signature Scenic Sun Lounges – some of the largest balconies offered on European waterways.
Whether you prefer a fine dining experience with a six-course degustation, a relaxed café setting offering a delicious à la carte menu or dining in the privacy of your suite, you’ll find delectable options to suit your tastes and mood on board your Scenic Space-Ship. Premium international beverages+ – wine, beer, cocktails, spirits – are included and available all day, every day. It’s more than outstanding food and wine – it’s the fresh flavours of each region prepared by our innovative chefs.
Personalise your river cruise and pursue your own interests as you set off on unique excursions in France. Our extensive Scenic Freechoice excursions provide Active, Moderate or Relaxed ways to explore so you can choose activities best suited to you. Whether it’s a full dafull-day excursion to the D-Day landing beaches of Normandy or shopping with a chef at a local market in Bordeaux before cooking up a storm in our Scenic Culinaire cooking class, the choice is yours.
Our exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences place you at the heart of the world’s most refined art, music and architecture. You’ll go behind the scenes to enjoy moments inaccessible to the ordinary traveller. From an immersive digital art installation show at Les Bassins des Lumières in Bordeaux, to a private concert at the prestigious Palais des Papes in Avignon, these carefully curated experiences are destined to be the highlights of your journey.
We are the first and only river cruise company to feature a therapeutic Salt Therapy Lounge* on board our Scenic Space-Ships cruising the Bordeaux waterways and the Rhône and Saône Rivers. Mimicking the environment of a salt cave, our Salt Therapy Lounge can assist with healing, improving respiration and boosting the immune system.
Explore our itineraries below and discover the remarkable destinations that await you.
Bonus Night Accommodation Offer
Enjoy a bonus pre or post night hotel stay on 2025 France river cruises, for a limited time only^.
11 Days
SEASON: 2025Awaken your senses in the South of France
11 Days
SEASON: 2025Savour the beauty and romance
11 Days
SEASON: 2025Take a journey down the river of dreams
Offer is strictly limited and for new France 2025 bookings only on select cruises. Complimentary hotel night will be accommodated at a hotel of Scenic choice and is only valid on set dates in association with selected tour. Complimentary night can be used as either a pre or post tour accommodation (restrictions apply to certain itineraries and dates) as booked by Scenic. Free night is based on Scenic’s contracted rate, any surcharges applied by the hotel are payable by the guests. Offer is combinable with Earlybirds, Super Earlybirds, welcome home discounts and information session discounts but not combinable with any other offer. Offer is valid to 30 September 2024, unless sold out earlier. Offer cannot be substituted for cash value.
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