Mediterranean
The easiest great cruise there is: short flights, famous ports, and a ship for every kind of family.
Cruise line
Scenic
All-inclusive discovery yachts with helicopters and a submersible, plus a well-regarded river fleet.
Scenic Eclipse I and II are 228-guest discovery yachts carrying helicopters and a submersible, with a genuinely all-inclusive fare; Scenic's river ships bring the same inclusive approach to Europe's rivers.
Scenic Eclipse is for travellers who want the toys. Two helicopters and a submersible, a large expedition team, ten dining experiences and a fare that includes almost everything make it one of the most complete expedition products at sea, and the yachts are comfortable enough for guests who would never call themselves adventurous.
On the rivers, Scenic's Space-Ships are inclusive, well run and quietly luxurious, and suit grandparents travelling with adult children well.
What's included
- All dining and drinks
- Excursions and expedition activities
- Gratuities and Wi-Fi
- Butler service on Eclipse
Ships
- Scenic Eclipse
- Scenic Eclipse II
On board
What Scenic is actually like
Four honest notes, in our words, on the things people ask us about most.
- Suites
- All-suite with verandas on Scenic Eclipse; suites are generous for an expedition yacht and the Owner's Penthouses are very large. River ships have Scenic's signature sun-lounge balconies.
- Dining
- Up to ten dining experiences on Eclipse including Asian fusion and a chef's table; on the river, two restaurants and the all-inclusive drinks that Scenic is known for.
- Facilities
- Two helicopters and a submarine on Eclipse, a large spa, zodiacs and kayaks; river ships have e-bikes, a small pool and a lively evening programme.
- Children
- No children's club at sea or on the river; Eclipse works for older teenagers who want adventure, the river ships for adult families and grandparents.
Who it's for
- Travellers who want the fullest expedition toolkit in comfort
- Couples and adult families who like everything included
- Grandparents and adult children on a European river
Who it isn't for
- Families with young children
- Anyone who wants a large pool deck and big-ship entertainment
- Travellers who dislike a busy daily programme
Not sure Scenic is the right fit?
Tell us who's travelling and what matters most. We'll say honestly whether we'd book this line for you, or which one we'd choose instead.
Where they sail
Destinations
Greek Islands
Small ships, island overnights, and a late season that runs into October.
Adriatic & Croatia
Venice, Dubrovnik and Kotor in a week, on ships small enough for the old harbours.
Norwegian Fjords
No long flight, dramatic scenery from your terrace, and a season made for grandparents.
Baltic & Northern Capitals
Copenhagen, Stockholm, Tallinn and Helsinki in a week, with culture the whole way.
Iceland & the Arctic
Expedition comfort around Iceland, Greenland and Svalbard, without giving up the butler.
Good to know
Scenic: questions we're asked
Are the helicopter and submersible flights included?
Helicopter and submersible experiences are included where operating conditions, permits and weather allow, though availability varies by itinerary. We explain what is realistic for your dates before you book.
Further reading
Before you decide on Scenic
Our own planning notes: who a ship suits, how many cabins to book, when to go.
The best ships for three generations
Our shortlist of the luxury ships that work when grandparents, parents and children travel together, and the ones we would not recommend.
Ready to start planning?
Tell us who's travelling, where you'd like to go and what matters most. A cruise specialist shortlists the two or three ships we'd actually recommend.