Our ultra-luxury Scenic Aria Space-Ship has been designed to be the ultimate 5-star ultra-luxury river cruise experience of a lifetime for up to only 96 guests. Designed to take you to extraordinary regions, allowing you to relax and unwind as you explore multiple magical towns and cities with ease, an all-inclusive Scenic journey will inspire and excite you.
Our 5-star ship, the Scenic Aria, has set the standard for ultra-luxury river cruising on the Douro. It has an abundance of premium experiences and luxurious outdoor, dining, and wellness areas for only up to 96 guests, along with an almost 1:2 crew-to-guest ratio. It features spacious suites, a Vitality Pool, and the ability to dock in the heart of towns, allowing you to more time to explore onshore.
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Ship Details
Decks
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- Sun Deck
- Vitality Pool
- Wheelhouse
- Riverview Terrace
- Walking Track
- Portobellos Restaurant
- River Cafe
- Panorama Lounge and Bar
- Gift Shop
- Wellness Area
- Reception
- Balcony Suite Cat P
- Balcony Suite Cat PA
- Junior Balcony Suite Cat RJ
- Royal One-Bedroom Suite Cat RP
- Crystal Dining Restaurant
- Table D'Or
- Fitness Centre
- Wellness Area
- Elevator
- Balcony Suite Cat B
- Balcony Suite Cat BB
- Junior Balcony Suite Cat BJ
- Balcony Suite Cat C
- Riverview Suite Cat C1
- Galley
- Elevator
- Standard Suite Cat E
Ship Categories
Dining
Enjoy à la carte menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Crystal Dining. Available on all Europe and South East Asia river cruises, this main restaurant offers a relaxed dining experience with local delicacies.
Choose to dine in the comfort of your luxurious suite, while taking in the incredible views and enjoy included room service throughout your cruise.
With up to only 32 guests an evening, the exclusive and intimate Portobellos or L’Amour showcase sumptuous regional specialities. The delectable five-course menu features either Italian, French or Portuguese cuisine (depending on your cruise location), paired with elegant wines, and is available on all European river cruises.
Offering a casual dining experience, you can enjoy all-day grazing options, light snacks and tasty treats to suit your schedule. The River Café is available on all Europe and South East Asia river cruises.
Perfect for light bites or afternoon refreshments, Riverview Terrace is our Sun Deck lounge and bar area, where you can enjoy snacks and drinks during the day. Combined with our all-inclusive service, this is the ideal spot to unwind with a glass of your favourite tipple as the wonders of the Douro drift by.
Featuring a six-course degustation, the exclusive Table La Rive on our European river cruises offers an intimate dining experience for only 10 guests per evening. Guests staying on the Diamond Deck for 10 nights or longer, as well as Royal and Junior Suite guests staying for up to nine nights, will be invited by our Executive Chef.
Entertainment
Sit back and enjoy a beverage of your choice while cruising spectacular waterways, at your leisure. Sip on handcrafted cocktails or a full-bodied wine – the choice is yours.
You will enjoy:
- Unlimited complimentary premium international beverages^, including international wines, beers and spirits
- Full in-suite mini bar, restocked daily
- Refillable water bottle for all onshore excursions
- An extensive range of specialty teas and espresso coffees
- This selection is available all day, every day.
*Exclusive invitation for Diamond Deck and Junior Suite guests cruising for 10 nights or more, or Royal and Junior Suite guests for 9 nights or fewer.
^All beverages are included except a very small number of fine and vintage wines, champagnes and spirits.
Our Gallery spaces are dedicated to showcasing works by local artists, so you feel connected to people and place in every destination. We believe little touches like this are what make our European river cruises so special.
Pick up those all-important essentials or a gift for loved ones back home at Scenic Aria's on board gift shop. You’ll find it near the reception.
Enjoy local entertainment, chat with new friends or peruse our extensive drinks list at Panorama Lounge & Bar. As the main lounge area on board Scenic Aria, this is where you can relax and enjoy a stimulating evening on the river.
Located at the heart of Scenic Aria, the reception area is a place to get help and advice during your river cruise; it’s also the meeting point for excursions and events. Whatever you need, our helpful crew are always on hand to help.
Soak up the Portuguese sunshine from the Sun Deck – a spacious, open-air lounge and leisure area where you’ll spend much of your downtime on board. With deck chairs, Vitality Pool, café and games area, it’s perfect for a slice of alfresco living during your Douro river cruise.
Health & Fitness
With Scenic Aria's dedicated Fitness Area, you’ll be able to continue your fitness regime on a Douro river cruise. Kitted out with a range of exercise equipment, including cardio and weight machines, it’s a great place to stay active on your travels.
Soak up the Portuguese sunshine from the Sun Deck – a spacious, open-air lounge and leisure area where you’ll spend much of your downtime on board. With deck chairs, Vitality Pool, café and games area, it’s perfect for a slice of alfresco living during your Douro river cruise.
For those who like to walk off their lunch or simply admire the view, the walking track is a place to stretch your legs during your time on board. Circling the perimeter of the ship, it’s ideal for taking in all the Douro’s magnificent vistas.
Maintain your wellness routine at our state-of-the-art gym, morning stretching classes^ with the Wellness Coach or rejuvenating spa treatments*. Exercise on the walking track on the Sun Deck or take a dip in the Vitality Pool.
