Porto is a coastal city in northwest Portugal known for its stately bridges and port wine production. In the medieval Ribeira (riverside) district, narrow cobbled streets wind past merchants’ houses and cafes. São Francisco Church is known for its lavish baroque interior with ornate gilded carvings. The palatial 19th-century Palácio de Bolsa, formerly a stock market, was built to impress potential European investors.
Day 2 - Porto
Depart: Mon 17 August 2026
Porto is a coastal city in northwest Portugal known for its stately bridges and port wine production. In the medieval Ribeira (riverside) district, narrow cobbled streets wind past merchants’ houses and cafes. São Francisco Church is known for its lavish baroque interior with ornate gilded carvings. The palatial 19th-century Palácio de Bolsa, formerly a stock market, was built to impress potential European investors.
Day 3 - Entre-Os-Rios, Portugal
Arrive: Tue 18 August 2026/Depart: Tue 18 August 2026
Day 4 - Regua
Arrive: Wed 19 August 2026/Depart: Wed 19 August 2026
Arrive: Thu 20 August 2026/Depart: Thu 20 August 2026
Vega de Terron
Day 6 - Salamanca
Arrive: Fri 21 August 2026/Depart: Fri 21 August 2026
Salamanca, in northwestern Spain, is the capital of Salamanca province, part of the Castile and León region. With a history dating back to the Celtic era, it’s known for its ornate sandstone architecture and for the Universidad de Salamanca. Founded in the 1100s and a key intellectual center in the 15th-16th centuries, the university continues to add to the city’s vibrancy with its international student population.
Day 7 - Pocinho, Portugal
Arrive: Sat 22 August 2026/Depart: Sat 22 August 2026
Pocinho is a village in northern Portugal, located in the Vila Nova de Foz Côa Municipality. The Pocinho Dam and the River Douro are nearby. Pocinho railway station is the eastern terminus of the Douro railway line; the community developed with the arrival of the railway in 1887.
Day 8 - Pinhao, Portugal
Arrive: Sun 23 August 2026/Depart: Sun 23 August 2026
Pinhao
Day 9 - Porto
Arrive: Mon 24 August 2026
Porto is a coastal city in northwest Portugal known for its stately bridges and port wine production. In the medieval Ribeira (riverside) district, narrow cobbled streets wind past merchants’ houses and cafes. São Francisco Church is known for its lavish baroque interior with ornate gilded carvings. The palatial 19th-century Palácio de Bolsa, formerly a stock market, was built to impress potential European investors.
Day 10 - Porto
Depart: Tue 25 August 2026
Porto is a coastal city in northwest Portugal known for its stately bridges and port wine production. In the medieval Ribeira (riverside) district, narrow cobbled streets wind past merchants’ houses and cafes. São Francisco Church is known for its lavish baroque interior with ornate gilded carvings. The palatial 19th-century Palácio de Bolsa, formerly a stock market, was built to impress potential European investors.
Day 11 - Bordeaux
Arrive: Wed 26 August 2026/Depart: Wed 26 August 2026
Arrive: Fri 28 August 2026/Depart: Fri 28 August 2026
Libourne is a commune in the Gironde department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France. It is a sub-prefecture of the department. It is the wine-making capital of northern Gironde and lies near Saint-Émilion and Pomerol.
Day 14 - Fort Medoc
Day 15 - Cadillac, France
Arrive: Sun 30 August 2026
Cadillac is a commune in the Gironde department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France.
Day 16 - Cadillac, France
Depart: Mon 31 August 2026
Cadillac is a commune in the Gironde department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France.
Day 17 - Bordeaux
Arrive: Tue 01 September 2026/Depart: Tue 01 September 2026
he port of Borg handles bulk and Ro-Ro vessels at one multipurpose quay and at private facilities handling paper products, tallow and chemicals.
Day 19 - Bourg-en-Bresse
Depart: Thu 03 September 2026
he port of Borg handles bulk and Ro-Ro vessels at one multipurpose quay and at private facilities handling paper products, tallow and chemicals.
Day 20 - Blaye
Arrive: Fri 04 September 2026/Depart: Fri 04 September 2026
Blaye is a commune and subprefecture in the Gironde department in Nouvelle-Aquitaine in southwestern France. For centuries, Blaye was a particularly convenient crossing point for those who came from the north and went to Bordeaux or further south, to Spain and Portugal.
Day 21 - Bordeaux
Arrive: Sat 05 September 2026/Depart: Sat 05 September 2026
As the only Scenic ship sailing the Douro in Portugal, the 5-star Scenic Azure allows you to make the most of your time on-board. With the same all-inclusive luxury experience that has become synonymous with Scenic and just 96 passengers, guests can enjoy a more intimate and relaxed atmosphere.
Launched in 2016, Scenic Azure marries cutting-edge technology with the opulent flourishes you’ve come to expect from Scenic. Developed to negotiate the meandering flow of the majestic Douro, this 265 foot Space-Ship affords a truly blissful experience for those seeking a break amid the scenic splendor of this exquisite waterway.
The 5-star Scenic Azure boasts the same all-inclusive luxury experience that has become synonymous with Scenic. From unlimited complimentary drinks to on-shore excursions, it's all included and pre-planned to ensure you make the most of your time on the Douro. Whether you're docked in a sunny port or sailing the waters, you'll soon discover that this ship has been constructed primarily for the enjoyment of our guests.
With innovative new technology, your Space-Ship Scenic Azure will be your gracious floating hotel as you cruise the waterways of Portugal. 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.
On board you’ll have full access to a gym, special on board entertainment, Wi-Fi internet 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.
Ship Cabins
Standard Suite
Standard Suites are 172ft2 and 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.
Balcony Suite
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.
Riverview Suite
The 182ft2 Riverview Suite is located on the Sapphire deck. This stylishly decorated suite features a spacious bathroom with premium toiletries. This suite also benefits from the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge system
Junior Balcony Suite
These 247ft2 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.
Royal One-Bedroom Suite
At 420ft², 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.
Royal One-Bedroom Suite
At 420ft², 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.
