20 Night European Inland Waterways Cruise on the Scenic Sapphire

Itinerary for May 10, 2026 Departure

Day Date Location Port of Call Guide
1Sunday, 05/10/2026Depart from Welcome to spectacular Lyon, France's third largest city and one of its most culturally vibrant with a blend of fascinating history and a sophisticateLyon, France
2Monday, 05/11/2026Perhaps wake up to a coffee delivered to your suite by your personal butler and enjoy a leisurely breakfast at Crystal Dining as your Scenic Space-ShiLyon, France
3Tuesday, 05/12/2026Your Scenic Space-Ship will depart Chalon-sur-Saône early this morning and sail to Tournus, a riverside town founded by the Romans, its dominating abb 
4Wednesday, 05/13/2026This morning your Space-Ship will arrive in Tournon, a hillside village with terraced vineyards, an enchanting castle dating back to the 10th century  
5Thursday, 05/14/2026This morning you'll have time to relax on board as your Scenic Space-Ship cruises towards the city of Avignon in Provence. Known as the City of the PoAvignon, France
6Friday, 05/15/2026Avignon is known as the gateway to Provence, a region blanketed in vineyards and lavender fields, rolling hills and historic villages. Today you will Avignon, France
7Saturday, 05/16/2026Leaving Avignon early this morning, your Scenic Space-Ship will depart for Arles. Founded by Julius Caesar, this city is rich in Roman history and is Arles, France
8Sunday, 05/17/2026This morning you will arrive in Viviers, often described as an open-air museum for its rich medieval heritage and architecture. Freechoice: Make your Viviers, France
9Monday, 05/18/2026Enjoy watching a rolling tapestry of the Rhône River as you sail towards Lyon, the gastronomic heart of France, where you will arrive this evening. So 
10Tuesday, 05/19/2026Wake up this morning in Lyon. This fascinating city rivals Paris in the culinary stakes, was home to prestigious chef Paul Bocuse and the Lumiere brotLyon, France
11Wednesday, 05/20/2026Board your included flight from Lyon to Paris where you will embark the Scenic Gem for your 10 night cruise along the Seine River.Paris, France
12Thursday, 05/21/2026This morning will be spent cruising towards Les Andelys. This riverfront medieval town is set on one of the prettiest bends of the Seine, resplendent  
13Friday, 05/22/2026Rouen is the vibrant capital of the Normandy region. With a fascinating history of Roman and Viking settlement, it has also played a pivotal place in Rouen, France
14Saturday, 05/23/2026Today you'll have the opportunity to join an excursion to the Somme Battlefields or take a walking tour from the ship to Rouen's Fine Art Museum. FreeRouen, France
15Sunday, 05/24/2026This morning your Scenic Space-Ship will dock right in the centre of Honfleur, a colourful coastal town that has been described as having one of the pHonfleur, France
16Monday, 05/25/2026Why not ask your butler to wake you with a coffee delivered to your suite, followed by a leisurely breakfast at Crystal Dining before heading off on yHonfleur, France
17Tuesday, 05/26/2026Your Scenic Space-Ship will arrive in Caudebec-En-Caux this morning. This small town is set on a curve of the Seine and the riverfront is lined with h 
18Wednesday, 05/27/2026This morning your Scenic Space-Ship will arrive in Vernon, an historic border town between the Duchy of Normandy and the Kingdom of France. Today it's 
19Thursday, 05/28/2026Wake this morning in Conflans-Saint-Honore, a medieval town located at the confluence of the River Seine and Oise. Though it's just a short distance fParis, France
20Friday, 05/29/2026Welcome back to Paris, where you will spend the day exploring this great city. First timers will love the highlights tour, which allows you to tick ofParis, France
21Saturday, 05/30/2026Arrive at After breakfast, transfer to Paris airport or train station for your onward journey. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operationalParis, France
 

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