Scenic Jewel

The Scenic Jewel riverboat cruises on the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers in Europe. The ship's itineraries visit the Netherlands, Hungary, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic. Departures are from Amsterdam, Nurnberg, Prague, and Budapest. Itineraries including Paris (France) and London (England) also include flights to or from Amsterdam, Holland.

Scenic Jewel is the second in a series of four new-class Scenic Tours ships, together with the similarly named fleetmates Jade, Crystal, and Amber. These luxury European riverboats are part of the line's extensive fleet expansion program, which positioned Scenic Cruises among the leading European river cruise operators.

Cabins

All Scenic river cruise ships in Europe operate with all-inclusive luxury travel deals. They are nearly 20% longer but have a smaller guest capacity compared to standard-design riverboats sailing on Europe’s major rivers and inland waterways. This innovative design (patented as "Space-Ships") allows for larger cabins and more spacious public areas. A signature feature of all Scenic Cruises "Space-Ships" is the cabin balconies called “Sun Lounges”. These are outdoor terraces that easily convert into indoor lounge areas. Scenic Jewel has a total of 85 cabins (73 of which are balcony suites) in 16 categories across 4 passenger decks (including two full decks of balcony cabins).

Cabin types/categories (number, location), from highest to lowest:

• Suites - RA, R (x4, Deck 3), RS (x2, Deck 3), RJ, BJ (x4, Decks 2 and 3), A, PA, PP, C, BA, BB, BD-PD-Deluxe (x61, Decks 2 and 3), BS (x1, Deck 2)
• Window Staterooms - D, E (x12, Deck 1)
• More than 80% of the accommodations feature full-size balconies. Every room has a “Scenic Slumber Bed” (queen-size) with fine linens and a pillow menu. Junior and Royal Suites also include butler service.

Shipboard facilities

Scenic Jewel restaurants include Jewel Restaurant, Portobellos (Italian), Riverview Terrace (al fresco), and Table la Rive (Diamond Deck, reserved for Suite passengers). There is also a Panorama Lounge, River Cafe, Wellness Centre (Gym and Spa), onboard shop, and an elevator connecting all cabin decks. On all price-inclusive Scenic cruise tours and shore excursions, guests receive GPS tracking devices (called ScenicTailorMade) with uploaded digital maps. These devices also function as listening units for live narration provided by the line’s local expert tour guides during group excursions. Binoculars and bicycles are also provided complimentary so guests can fully enjoy the scenery along the Scenic river cruise itinerary.

Scenic river cruise deals are among the industry's most all-inclusive. All meals, drinks (except French Champagne and the highest-end liquors), excursions, butler service, and Internet access are included in the fares. Even the drinks in the cabin mini-bars are complimentary. Scenic Tours cruises traditionally attract travelers from Australia and the UK, with a steadily growing number of passengers from the United States, Canada, and Germany. Most passengers are aged 55+, financially comfortable, and well traveled.

Scenic Jewel cruise prices are per person and based on double occupancy. These prices are indicative of Scenic cruise rates and may differ when booking your Scenic Tours river cruise, depending on travel agency promotions, special offers, discounts, group bookings, or last-minute deals.

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