NORMANDY RIVER CRUISE
Ship Information
THE SHIP - THE SCENIC GEM
Scenic Gem is the most luxurious ship currently cruising the Seine River and was purpose-built to cruise all the way to beautiful Honfl eur. With only 64 suites, guests will enjoy an almost 2:1 staff to guest ratio along with every all-inclusive 5-star luxury amenity you've come to expect on a Scenic Space-Ship & Kosher River Cruises.
FEATURES
With innovative new technology, your Scenic Space-Ship will be your gracious floating hotel as you cruise the waterways of France. Intimate and friendly, with every amenity you could wish for, our Scenic Space-Ships were designed with you in mind. From the moment you step on board you’ll be spoilt for choice. From our wide selection of dining options right down to your pillow menu, you’ll enjoy the ultimate in all-inclusive luxury, every moment of the day.
Built in 2014, Scenic Gem has been custom-built to negotiate one of France’s best loved passageways, the graceful and elegant Seine. Measuring 110m, Scenic Gem is a refined and intimate vessel whose cutting-edge features and amenities make it, without question, one of the safest, most comfortable riverboats operating on this much-loved river system.
LIFE ONBOARD
On board you’ll have full access to a fitness center and wellness area, special on board entertainment, Wi-Fi internet, e-bikes and of course luxuriously appointed suites to retire to at the end of the day. Your Cruise Director, as well as every member of our hospitable on board team, are on hand to make sure you make the most of every minute of your time on board your Space-Ship.
Exclusively designed and crafted to cruise the Seine River in Northern France, Scenic Gem affords guests unbridled luxury and opulence atop this timeless and enchanting waterway.
More than capable of negotiating the meandering ebb of the Seine, Scenic Gem is able to sail to the port commune of Honfleur; a rare ability for a riverboat of this class. Despite this capability, Scenic Gem boasts all of the luxury features you’d expect from a Scenic vessel — think opulent designer touches, a host of award-winning dining venues, and of course, the most spacious and luxurious cabins of any river cruise operator.
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Balcony Suite
Feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive ‘Sun Lounge’ system - 19m2 / 205ft2
Balcony Suite Sapphire Deck
CAT: C, BA, B - TBA pp/dbl
Single Supplement
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Balcony Suite Diamond Deck
CAT: PA, P - TBA pp/dbl
Single Supplement
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Deluxe Balcony Suite
Located in prime locations at the front of the ship, they offer all the features of our Balcony Suites but with even more space to relax - 21m2 / 225ft2
Deluxe Balcony Suite Sapphire Deck
CAT: BD - TBA pp/dbl
Single Supplement
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Deluxe Balcony Suite Diamond Deck
CAT: PD - TBA pp/dbl
Single Supplement
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Royal Balcony Suite
Our Royal Suites on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury at 305ft² with more space, impeccable service and thoughtful touches. Enjoy an outdoor balcony, lounge area and a luxurious oversized bathroom - 28m2 / 305ft2
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Royal Balcony Suite Diamond Deck
CAT: R - TBA pp/dbl
Single Supplement
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Royal One-Bedroom Suite
At 455ft², this is the largest suite on Europe’s rivers. At the rear of the Diamond Deck, enjoy fantastic views of the passing scenery, separate lounge and dining area and luxurious oversized bathroom. - 42m2 / 455ft2
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CAT: RP - TBA pp/dbl
Single Supplement
*Please note pricing and itinerary is subject to change
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WHAT’S INCLUDED
Your J-Expedition River Cruise Bonus:
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One all-inclusive price, including tax, port fees, and touring
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Experience: Over 20 years of running memorable all-inclusive, activity-oriented Jewish travel programs and cruises
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Expert daily lectures on area history and Jewish heritage
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Guided touring at our ports of call
Included features:
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Delicious dining (kosher style menus available, with all meals included (buffet breakfast, lunch, afternoon coffee, cakes & tea, dinner in the elegant Panorama-Restaurant, which accommodates all guests in one seating
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Quality red & white wines from Europe’s great wine regions (for purchase)
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On-site synagogue for Shabbat programming
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Touring: Guided touring at our ports of call with our J-Expeditions River Cruise historians, exploring thousands of years of European history and Jewish heritage.
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Use of all ship-board amenities and programming (some for an additional fee)
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Music performances and on-board entertainment
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Included features as specified in the itinerary (incl.)
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Services of experienced cruise directors and J-Expedition River Cruise staff throughout the cruise
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7-night / 8-day cruise accommodation in outside stateroom
What’s not included?
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Airfare: Group air departing and arriving from the same gateway can be arranged through our air desk, please call for details.
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Airport transfers (available for purchase $70 pp each way)
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Gratuities ($150 per person will be collected at the start of your cruise and given directly to the crew and guides)
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Optional guided tours
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Miscellaneous on-board services and amenities
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Bar Items
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Pre / post cruise tours