Scenic Group expands combined river and ocean journeys collection

Scenic Group has added four itineraries to its combined river and ocean cruise collection for 2026.

The new additions will form part of Scenic’s Ultimate Journeys and Emerald Cruises’ Epic Voyages programmes.

Scenic’s 16-day Grand Epicurean Journey: Bordeaux, Portofino & the Mediterranean Icons combines a seven-night ocean cruise from Nice to Barcelona on Scenic Eclipse, with an overnight stay in the InterContinental Bordeaux and a seven-night round-trip river cruise through Bordeaux’s wine region.

The cruise departs on April 25 and is priced from £11,350.

Scenic’s 20-day Gems of France & the Italian Riviera voyage features a seven-night ocean cruise from Nice to Rome, a journey to Paris and a 10-night round-trip Seine River cruise.

The voyage departs on May 31 and fares lead in from £12,140.

Emerald Cruises’ 18-day Iconic Europe - From Budapest to Venice – An Epic Voyage begins with a seven-night river cruise from Budapest to Munich on Emerald Star, followed by three nights at Hilton Molino Stucky in Venice and then a seven-night luxury yacht cruise sailing round-trip from Venice.

The cruise departs on March 5 and costs from £8,150.

Emerald Cruises’ 19-day Mediterranean & Iberian Discovery – An Epic Voyage starts with an 11-night luxury yacht cruise from Rome to Lisbon followed by a seven-night round-trip Douro River cruise.

The voyage will sail on October 27 and is priced from £9,199.

Fares include flights, transfers, all-inclusive dining, premium beverages and excursions. 

Scenic and Emerald Cruises have offers of up to 25% off with return flights included and additional 5% discount when booking an Ultimate Journey or Epic Voyage.

Nichola Absalom, UK managing director for sales and marketing, said: “We are thrilled to expand our combined journeys collection with these four exceptional new itineraries.

“This concept was born from guest feedback, with travellers looking for new ways to discover Europe in an immersive and effortless way."

She added: “Scenic Group stands apart in the industry, combining unparalleled expertise and service with custom-built ships, allowing guests to enjoy a seamless and luxurious journey across both river and ocean.

“These new journeys promise an extraordinary way to experience Europe, we can’t wait to welcome guests onboard.”