Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has unveiled four wine-themed river cruise itineraries as part of its new 2026 ‘A Taste of’ series. The sailings include experiences such as private vineyard tours, tastings hosted by experts, and tailored excursions.
*All details correct at time of publish (17 December 2025)
The itineraries comprise:
Eight-day ‘Gems of the Danube’, departing July 13, with prices starting from £3,245pp. Highlights include a visit to the Etyek wine region to sample aromatic whites and sparkling wine; the Carpathian wine region; and visits to wineries in the Wachau Valley.
Eight-day ‘Rhine Highlights’, departing August 12, 2026, with prices starting from £3,375pp. Highlights include visits to winemaking villages in the Alsace region, with a tasting in a local wine cellar; a guided tour and tasting at the property of Fritz Ritter, a family-owned vineyard; and a visit to the Koblenz Wine Museum.
Eight-day ‘Tastes of Bordeaux – A Wine Cruise’, departing June 29 and October 22, with prices starting from £3,139pp. Highlights include a visit to a château in Saint-Émilion; an e-bike ride through the Médoc wine countryside; and a visit to a local estate in the Sauternes region.
11-day ‘South of France’, departing August 2 and October 19, with prices starting from £4,467pp. Highlights include learning about the vineyards that produce Provence’s signature rosé; a visit to a local wine estate in Burgundy; and a guided tasting of the Côtes du Rhône wines with a local expert.
‘A Taste of’ sailings are themed itineraries with curated experiences unique to each specific departure.
Dominic Keely, Head of Marketing – Rivers & Land – UK at Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, said: “Our new wine-themed journeys for 2026 celebrate Europe’s most storied vineyards with intimate tastings, expert-led encounters and immersive regional explorations.
“These distinctive river cruises blend ultra-luxury with authenticity, offering travellers a taste of some of the finest wine regions.”
Fares include Scenic Freechoice excursions; Scenic Enrich events; premium beverages*; all meals; transfers; gratuities; and a butler service.
For more information, visit scenic.co.uk or call 0161 516 6895.
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