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Beautiful Bordeaux & Unforgettable Douro with Madrid

Ship: Scenic Azure   
Departure: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Nights: 24 nights
Departs: Bordeaux
Returns: Madrid
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
24
Nights
Days at Sea
1
Sea Days
Ports
11
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Beautiful Bordeaux & Unforgettable Douro with Madrid

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Bordeaux, France Embark Overnight
    View of Bordeaux, France

    Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne River in SW France. It is the world’s major wine industry capital, while the historic part of the city is on the UNESCO Heritage List due to its elegant18th century architecture. It has become a sought-after destination for both tourists and cinema production crews. Read more about Bordeaux, France

    2 Thursday, August 27, 2026 Libourne, France 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Libourne, France

    The French city of Libourne is located at the conjunction of the Rivers Isle and Dordogne, which is the meeting point for sea and river navigation. Today this busy town, renowned for its markets, is an important centre for the wine-growing business of the region. Its houses, rich like the quality of the fine wines that it exports, make it a ‘little sister’ town to Bordeaux. Read more about Libourne, France

    3 Friday, August 28, 2026 Cussac Fort Medoc, France 8:00 AM 4:00 PM

    Cussac Fort Médoc is a commune in southwestern France, known for the historic Fort Médoc and its vineyards producing renowned Bordeaux wines. Read more about Cussac Fort Medoc, France

    4 Saturday, August 29, 2026 Cussac Fort Medoc, France 8:00 AM Overnight

    Cussac Fort Médoc is a commune in southwestern France, known for the historic Fort Médoc and its vineyards producing renowned Bordeaux wines. Read more about Cussac Fort Medoc, France

    5 Sunday, August 30, 2026 Cadillac, France 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Cadillac, France

    Cadillac is a commune in the Gironde department in Aquitaine in SW France. It is situated directly across the Garonne river from Sauternes, and is known for producing sweet dessert wines. All around Cadillac you'll see parts of the old town wall that are integrated into everyday life. Read more about Cadillac, France

    6 Monday, August 31, 2026 Bordeaux, France 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Bordeaux, France

    Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne River in SW France. It is the world’s major wine industry capital, while the historic part of the city is on the UNESCO Heritage List due to its elegant18th century architecture. It has become a sought-after destination for both tourists and cinema production crews. Read more about Bordeaux, France

    7 Tuesday, September 1, 2026 Bordeaux, France 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Bordeaux, France

    Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne River in SW France. It is the world’s major wine industry capital, while the historic part of the city is on the UNESCO Heritage List due to its elegant18th century architecture. It has become a sought-after destination for both tourists and cinema production crews. Read more about Bordeaux, France

    8 Wednesday, September 2, 2026 Bourg, France 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Bourg, France

    Bourg, located in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of southwestern France, is a picturesque village perched on the banks of the Dordogne River. Known for its charming mediaeval architecture, Bourg features narrow cobblestone streets, historic stone houses, and the impressive Chateau de la Citadelle. The village is surrounded by lush vineyards, producing renowned Bordeaux wines. Read more about Bourg, France

    9 Thursday, September 3, 2026 Bourg, France 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Bourg, France

    Bourg, located in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of southwestern France, is a picturesque village perched on the banks of the Dordogne River. Known for its charming mediaeval architecture, Bourg features narrow cobblestone streets, historic stone houses, and the impressive Chateau de la Citadelle. The village is surrounded by lush vineyards, producing renowned Bordeaux wines. Read more about Bourg, France

    10 Friday, September 4, 2026 Bordeaux, France 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Bordeaux, France

    Bordeaux is a port city on the Garonne River in SW France. It is the world’s major wine industry capital, while the historic part of the city is on the UNESCO Heritage List due to its elegant18th century architecture. It has become a sought-after destination for both tourists and cinema production crews. Read more about Bordeaux, France

    11 Saturday, September 5, 2026 Oporto, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Oporto, Portugal

    Oporto - aka Porto - is Portugal's second city and capital of the region. It is located in the estuary of the Douro river in northern Portugal and is considered the economic and cultural heart of the entire region. Ribeira, the historic Centre of Oporto has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Read more about Oporto, Portugal

    12 Sunday, September 6, 2026 Entre-os-Rios, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    13 Monday, September 7, 2026 Regua, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Regua, Portugal

    Regua, formally known as Peso da Regua, is a charming town located in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley, renowned for its viticulture and wine production. Positioned along the Douro River, Regua serves as a central hub for the port wine industry. The town boasts a rich cultural heritage with attractions like the Douro Museum, which showcases the region's wine-making history. Read more about Regua, Portugal

    14 Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Regua, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Regua, Portugal

    Regua, formally known as Peso da Regua, is a charming town located in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley, renowned for its viticulture and wine production. Positioned along the Douro River, Regua serves as a central hub for the port wine industry. The town boasts a rich cultural heritage with attractions like the Douro Museum, which showcases the region's wine-making history. Read more about Regua, Portugal

    15 Wednesday, September 9, 2026 Vega De Terrón
    16 Thursday, September 10, 2026 Pocinho, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    17 Friday, September 11, 2026 Pinhao, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Pinhao, Portugal

    Pinhao is nestled in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley and is a charming village that is renowned for its stunning vineyards and scenic river views. Located along the banks of the Douro River, Pinhao is a key centre for the region's famed port wine production. The village's picturesque landscapes are dotted with terraced vineyards and historic quintas (wine estates), offering visitors a glimpse into traditional winemaking. Read more about Pinhao, Portugal

    18 Saturday, September 12, 2026 Pinhao, Portugal 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
    View of Pinhao, Portugal

    Pinhao is nestled in the heart of Portugal's Douro Valley and is a charming village that is renowned for its stunning vineyards and scenic river views. Located along the banks of the Douro River, Pinhao is a key centre for the region's famed port wine production. The village's picturesque landscapes are dotted with terraced vineyards and historic quintas (wine estates), offering visitors a glimpse into traditional winemaking. Read more about Pinhao, Portugal

    19 Sunday, September 13, 2026 Oporto, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Oporto, Portugal

    Oporto - aka Porto - is Portugal's second city and capital of the region. It is located in the estuary of the Douro river in northern Portugal and is considered the economic and cultural heart of the entire region. Ribeira, the historic Centre of Oporto has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Read more about Oporto, Portugal

    20 Monday, September 14, 2026 Oporto, Portugal 8:00 AM Overnight
    View of Oporto, Portugal

    Oporto - aka Porto - is Portugal's second city and capital of the region. It is located in the estuary of the Douro river in northern Portugal and is considered the economic and cultural heart of the entire region. Ribeira, the historic Centre of Oporto has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Read more about Oporto, Portugal

    21 Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Madrid, Spain 8:00 AM Overnight

    Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, located in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula. It is known for its elegant boulevards, expansive parks such as El Retiro, and its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum. Madrid also boasts a lively nightlife, diverse culinary scene, and historical landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, making it a major cultural and economic center in Europe. Read more about Madrid, Spain

    22 Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Madrid, Spain 8:00 AM Overnight

    Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, located in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula. It is known for its elegant boulevards, expansive parks such as El Retiro, and its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum. Madrid also boasts a lively nightlife, diverse culinary scene, and historical landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, making it a major cultural and economic center in Europe. Read more about Madrid, Spain

    23 Thursday, September 17, 2026 Madrid, Spain 8:00 AM 4:00 PM

    Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, located in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula. It is known for its elegant boulevards, expansive parks such as El Retiro, and its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum. Madrid also boasts a lively nightlife, diverse culinary scene, and historical landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, making it a major cultural and economic center in Europe. Read more about Madrid, Spain

    24 Friday, September 18, 2026 Madrid, Spain Disembark

    Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, located in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula. It is known for its elegant boulevards, expansive parks such as El Retiro, and its rich repositories of European art, including the Prado Museum. Madrid also boasts a lively nightlife, diverse culinary scene, and historical landmarks such as the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor, making it a major cultural and economic center in Europe. Read more about Madrid, Spain

  • Ship

    Scenic Azure Overview

    Scenic Azure

    Providing safe, luxurious passage atop the glistening waters of the Douro, Scenic Azure has set a new precedent in luxury river travel since launching in 2016. Meticulously designed and crafted, this custom-built vessel was developed exclusively for use on Portugal’s Douro River. The ship is awash with innovative features, allowing it to traverse this majestic waterway in complete safety while affording the finest luxury travel experience for its 96 guests. Scenic Azure may be shorter than the other ships in the Scenic Spaceship fleet, but what it lacks in length it makes up for in innovative features and supreme levels of comfort. The vessel features 48 cabins housing 96 guests and has a 1:2 crew-to-guest ratio, providing you with a truly intimate and attentive service. Each cabin is perfectly appointed to offer the highest levels of luxury and comfort, and most feature a Scenic Sun Lounge, so you can make the most of the Portuguese sunshine.

  • Cabins

    Scenic Azure Cabins

    Royal Suite

    Royal Suite

    Royal Suite on the Scenic Azure Royal Suite on the Scenic Azure

    Cabin Types

    RP, RB

    At 39 sq. mt./420 sq. mt. this is the largest suite on the ship. Located on the Diamond Deck, both suites enjoy fantastic views of the passing scenery from your private balcony complete with Scenic Sun Lounge. Each Suite has a separate lounge area and a luxurious bathroom offering a separate bath and shower.

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite

    Junior Suite on the Scenic Azure Junior Suite on the Scenic Azure

    Cabin Types

    RJ, BJ

    These spacious Suites, located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin and shower.

    Balcony Suite

    Balcony Suite

    Balcony Suite on the Scenic Azure Balcony Suite on the Scenic Azure

    Cabin Types

    PA, P, C, BB, B

    Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these stylishly decorated suites feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge system and offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower.

    Standard Suite

    Standard Suite

    Standard Suite on the Scenic Azure Standard Suite on the Scenic Azure

    Cabin Types

    E, D, C1

    Standard Suites are located on the Jewel Deck with large picture windows to ensure a great view. They have a spacious design and clever layout alongside all the usual luxurious amenities and furnishings.Size 16 sq. mt. / 172 sq. ft.

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    Scenic Azure Deck Plans

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  • Beautiful Bordeaux & Unforgettable Douro with Madrid

    Cruiseline: Scenic River Ship: Scenic Azure Departure: Wednesday, August 26, 2026 Nights: 24 nights Departs: Bordeaux Returns: Madrid

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