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Majestic Britain & Ireland with Normandy and Gems of the Seine

Ship: Scenic Gem   
Departure: Friday, May 1, 2026
Nights: 30 nights
Departs: Dublin
Returns: Paris
One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
30
Nights
Days at Sea
8
Sea Days
Ports
12
Ports
Countries Visted
3
Countries
  • Itinerary

    Majestic Britain & Ireland with Normandy and Gems of the Seine

    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 Friday, May 1, 2026 Dublin, Ireland Embark 04:00 PM
    View of Dublin, Ireland

    This capital and largest city of Ireland is situated on the mid-east coast at the mouth of the River Liffey. Dublin has more green spaces per square kilometre than any other European capital city, with 97% of city residents living within 300 meters of a park area. But Dublin’s greatest draw remains Dubliners themselves, both native-born and blown in. Read more about Dublin, Ireland

    2 Saturday, May 2, 2026 Dublin, Ireland Overnight 04:00 PM
    View of Dublin, Ireland

    This capital and largest city of Ireland is situated on the mid-east coast at the mouth of the River Liffey. Dublin has more green spaces per square kilometre than any other European capital city, with 97% of city residents living within 300 meters of a park area. But Dublin’s greatest draw remains Dubliners themselves, both native-born and blown in. Read more about Dublin, Ireland

    3 Sunday, May 3, 2026 Dublin, Ireland Overnight 04:00 PM
    View of Dublin, Ireland

    This capital and largest city of Ireland is situated on the mid-east coast at the mouth of the River Liffey. Dublin has more green spaces per square kilometre than any other European capital city, with 97% of city residents living within 300 meters of a park area. But Dublin’s greatest draw remains Dubliners themselves, both native-born and blown in. Read more about Dublin, Ireland

    4 Monday, May 4, 2026 Killarney
    5 Tuesday, May 5, 2026 Killarney
    6 Wednesday, May 6, 2026 Galway, Ireland 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of Galway, Ireland

    Galway, a city in County Galway of the Republic of Ireland, is the fastest-growing city in Ireland. Located as the most central port on the west coast of Ireland, it sits on the River Corrib between Lough Corrib and Galway Bay. The city also bears the nickname City of the Tribes, after the fourteen merchant families that led the city during the Middle Ages. Read more about Galway, Ireland

    7 Thursday, May 7, 2026 Belfast, Great Britain 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of Belfast, Great Britain

    Belfast is the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland, and is currently experiencing a successful tourist boom. One of the most visited cities in the UK, Belfast has plenty of attractions and is a good base from which to visit virtually anywhere else in the North. In the city centre concentrate on the glories resulting from the Industrial Revolution – grandiose architecture and magnificent Victorian pubs – and the rejuvenated area from Ann Street to Donegall Street now known as the Cathedral quarter. Read more about Belfast, Great Britain

    8 Friday, May 8, 2026 Belfast, Great Britain Overnight 04:00 PM
    View of Belfast, Great Britain

    Belfast is the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland, and is currently experiencing a successful tourist boom. One of the most visited cities in the UK, Belfast has plenty of attractions and is a good base from which to visit virtually anywhere else in the North. In the city centre concentrate on the glories resulting from the Industrial Revolution – grandiose architecture and magnificent Victorian pubs – and the rejuvenated area from Ann Street to Donegall Street now known as the Cathedral quarter. Read more about Belfast, Great Britain

    9 Saturday, May 9, 2026 Loch Lomond
    10 Sunday, May 10, 2026 Loch Lomond
    11 Monday, May 11, 2026 Inverness, Great Britain 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of Inverness, Great Britain

    Inverness (“Mouth of the River Ness”) in the Scottish Highlands is the northernmost city in the UK, on the far NE coast of Scotland. Cruise ships dock at the deepwater Port of Invergordon on Cromarty Firth, greeted by piper and pipe band. Excursions take passengers to Loch Ness, Dunrobin Castle, Whisky Distilleries and golf courses in the area. Read more about Inverness, Great Britain

    12 Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Inverness, Great Britain Overnight 04:00 PM
    View of Inverness, Great Britain

    Inverness (“Mouth of the River Ness”) in the Scottish Highlands is the northernmost city in the UK, on the far NE coast of Scotland. Cruise ships dock at the deepwater Port of Invergordon on Cromarty Firth, greeted by piper and pipe band. Excursions take passengers to Loch Ness, Dunrobin Castle, Whisky Distilleries and golf courses in the area. Read more about Inverness, Great Britain

    13 Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Edinburgh, Great Britain 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of Edinburgh, Great Britain

    Scotland's showcase capital of Edinburgh has a magnificent geographical location, perched on a series of extinct volcanos and rocky crags above the flatlands. The setting is wonderfully striking, as the modern city is often said to be built on seven hills. Both a historic and modern city, this metropolis is home to the largest arts festival in the world. Read more about Edinburgh, Great Britain

    14 Thursday, May 14, 2026 Edinburgh, Great Britain Overnight 04:00 PM
    View of Edinburgh, Great Britain

    Scotland's showcase capital of Edinburgh has a magnificent geographical location, perched on a series of extinct volcanos and rocky crags above the flatlands. The setting is wonderfully striking, as the modern city is often said to be built on seven hills. Both a historic and modern city, this metropolis is home to the largest arts festival in the world. Read more about Edinburgh, Great Britain

    15 Friday, May 15, 2026 York
    16 Saturday, May 16, 2026 York
    17 Sunday, May 17, 2026 Bath
    18 Monday, May 18, 2026 Bath
    19 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 London, Great Britain 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of London, Great Britain

    London, located on the River Thames, is the capital city of England and the UK, and with over 14 million international visitors per year it’s the most visited city in Europe. It is an important hub for tourists, and the city is home to an array of famous attractions. The four World Heritage Sites include the Tower of London, Kew Gardens, the historic settlement of Greenwich at zero degrees longitude, and the site containing Westminster Abbey, the Palace of Westminster, and St Margaret’s Church. Read more about London, Great Britain

    20 Wednesday, May 20, 2026 London, Great Britain Overnight 04:00 PM
    View of London, Great Britain

    London, located on the River Thames, is the capital city of England and the UK, and with over 14 million international visitors per year it’s the most visited city in Europe. It is an important hub for tourists, and the city is home to an array of famous attractions. The four World Heritage Sites include the Tower of London, Kew Gardens, the historic settlement of Greenwich at zero degrees longitude, and the site containing Westminster Abbey, the Palace of Westminster, and St Margaret’s Church. Read more about London, Great Britain

    21 Thursday, May 21, 2026 Les Andelys, France 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of Les Andelys, France

    Les Andelys is a town in the Haute-Normandie region in northern France, located on the west bank of the Seine River, between Paris and Le Havre. It lies in a tight bend of the Seine, the valley being shaped by the river, forming white cliffs. A walk on the riverside offers beautiful views of the ruined castle Château-Gaillard, the old houses of Petit-Andely, and the Seine valley. Read more about Les Andelys, France

    22 Friday, May 22, 2026 Rouen, France 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of Rouen, France

    Rouen lies on the River Seine in northern France and is the capital city of Normandy. It is possibly best known for being home to the site of Joan of Arc’s pyre where she was burnt in 1431, and which is now marked by the modern church of Saint Joan of Arc, situated in an historical square with buildings of fascinating architectural styles. Another very famous attraction is the Notre Dame Cathedral situated at the centre of the old city, with its unique Butter Tower and fabulous Gothic architecture. Read more about Rouen, France

    23 Saturday, May 23, 2026 Rouen, France Overnight 04:00 PM
    View of Rouen, France

    Rouen lies on the River Seine in northern France and is the capital city of Normandy. It is possibly best known for being home to the site of Joan of Arc’s pyre where she was burnt in 1431, and which is now marked by the modern church of Saint Joan of Arc, situated in an historical square with buildings of fascinating architectural styles. Another very famous attraction is the Notre Dame Cathedral situated at the centre of the old city, with its unique Butter Tower and fabulous Gothic architecture. Read more about Rouen, France

    24 Sunday, May 24, 2026 Rouen, France Overnight 04:00 PM
    View of Rouen, France

    Rouen lies on the River Seine in northern France and is the capital city of Normandy. It is possibly best known for being home to the site of Joan of Arc’s pyre where she was burnt in 1431, and which is now marked by the modern church of Saint Joan of Arc, situated in an historical square with buildings of fascinating architectural styles. Another very famous attraction is the Notre Dame Cathedral situated at the centre of the old city, with its unique Butter Tower and fabulous Gothic architecture. Read more about Rouen, France

    25 Monday, May 25, 2026 Honfleur , France 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of Honfleur , France

    Honfleur is a commune in the NW of France located on the southern bank of the estuary of the Seine across from Le Havre. A quintessential French harbour town, Honfleur is more than delightful. The fishing and sailing port is pretty and very dear to the Impressionists and more modern artists. Read more about Honfleur , France

    26 Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Honfleur , France Overnight 04:00 PM
    View of Honfleur , France

    Honfleur is a commune in the NW of France located on the southern bank of the estuary of the Seine across from Le Havre. A quintessential French harbour town, Honfleur is more than delightful. The fishing and sailing port is pretty and very dear to the Impressionists and more modern artists. Read more about Honfleur , France

    27 Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Vernon, France 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of Vernon, France

    Vernon is a town in the Haute-Normandie region of northern France. It lies on the banks of the Seine River, about midway between the cities of Paris and Rouen. Vernon is a very ancient town attested to by prehistorical, Celtic, Gallo-Roman and Merovingian remains. Read more about Vernon, France

    28 Thursday, May 28, 2026 Conflans-Ste-Honorine, France 08:00 AM 04:00 PM

    Conflans-Sainte-Honorine is a town in the Haute-Normandie region in northern France, located on the north bank of the Seine River, in the NW suburbs of Paris just 24 km from the city centre. It is considered the capital of the French inland waterways, and historically has always been important to inland shipping. Be sure to visit the old city, a great place to absorb the city’s heritage and culture. Read more about Conflans-Ste-Honorine, France

    29 Friday, May 29, 2026 Paris, France 08:00 AM 04:00 PM
    View of Paris, France

    Paris, situated on the river Seine in northern France, is the capital and largest city of the country. It is also the most visited city in the world, and the region is home to 3,800 historical monuments and four UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Interestingly, the earliest archaeological signs of permanent settlements in the Paris area date from around 4200 BC. Read more about Paris, France

    30 Saturday, May 30, 2026 Paris, France Overnight Disembark
    View of Paris, France

    Paris, situated on the river Seine in northern France, is the capital and largest city of the country. It is also the most visited city in the world, and the region is home to 3,800 historical monuments and four UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Interestingly, the earliest archaeological signs of permanent settlements in the Paris area date from around 4200 BC. Read more about Paris, France

  • Ship

    Scenic Gem Overview

    Scenic Gem

    Scenic Gem is a purpose-built Scenic Space-Ship that has been designed to traverse the stunning Seine River in France. This custom-designed ship can access the top of the Seine and has the unique ability to access the port commune of Honfleur.

  • Cabins

    Scenic Gem Cabins

    Royal Suite

    Royal Suite

    Royal Suite on the Scenic Gem Royal Suite on the Scenic Gem

    Cabin Types

    RP, R

    At 455 sq. ft, this is the largest suite on Europersquo;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.

    Deluxe Balcony Suite

    Deluxe Balcony Suite

    Deluxe Balcony Suite on the Scenic Gem Deluxe Balcony Suite on the Scenic Gem

    Cabin Types

    PD, BD

    Dimensions: 19m2/205ft2. Located in prime locations at the front of the ship on both the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, they offer all the features of the private Balcony Suites but with even more space to relax.

    Balcony Suite

    Balcony Suite

    Balcony Suite on the Scenic Gem Balcony Suite on the Scenic Gem

    Cabin Types

    PA, P, C, BA, B

    Dimensions: 19m2/205ft2. Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks they feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive lsquo;Sun Loungersquo; system and are larger than the standard river cruise cabins on Europersquo;s rivers.

    Standard Suite

    Standard Suite

    Standard Suite on the Scenic Gem Standard Suite on the Scenic Gem

    Cabin Types

    E, D

    Staterooms 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: 15 sq. m/160 sq. ft

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  • Majestic Britain & Ireland with Normandy and Gems of the Seine

    Cruiseline: Scenic River Ship: Scenic Gem Departure: Friday, May 1, 2026 Nights: 30 nights Departs: Dublin Returns: Paris

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