Southeast Asia is renowned for its fresh and flavoursome cuisines, and the Scenic Spirit gastronomic experience is designed to give you a taste of what this exciting region has to offer. 

They have a selection of complimentary on-board dining venues, including the Crystal Dining Room which offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Early risers can enjoy an alternative breakfast in the River Café, which also serves Asian-inspired fare and snacks throughout the day. For something different, the Teppanyaki Bar opens on select evenings for al-fresco dining. All of the ingredients used on-board are sourced from local suppliers, so you'll enjoy fresh seasonal produce and the finest regional specialties, created by an expert team of culinary craftsmen.

With championed contemporary comfort onboard, the spirit of Southeast Asia is engrained in every design decision, even within the ships lounge and bar, making the Scenic Spirit unrivalled on the Mekong river...

Cruising the Mekong will lead you to the heart of South East Asia’s vibrant communities, rich culture and timeless history. The region offers an incredible array of sights and experiences and the exclusive Scenic Freechoice and Scenic Enrich activities allow you to personalise your tour to your liking. Visit a local market in Siem Reap and take part in an authentic Khmer cooking class or take a journey through the countryside to the Killing Fields in Phnom Penh.

As the sun sets partake in the tradition of ‘oil lamp lighting’ around Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon or witness the sunrise over the magnificent 12th century Angkor Wat temple complex. Take a trek in the areas surrounding Inle Lake and visit a hill tribe village or discover the art of Vietnamese art of water puppetry. With a wonderful variety of relaxed, moderate and active paced options, you can soak up the serene beauty and discover the remarkable stories of this region.

Whilst aboard the ship, guests are provided with a Fitness centre and a Wellbeing centre where luxurious treatments such as a one-hour aroma therapy full-body massage are available.

Travellers who are less than 21 years old on the departure date must be accompanied by and share a cabin/ room with an adult aged 21 or over. Children under 12 years of age are not accepted. This is a condition of carriers and cruise operators.

Casual and comfortable during the day. In the evening dress is semi formal or business casual and casual elegance for ladies. For gentlemen a jacket and tie are requested for the Captain’s Dinner.

Scenic accommodate special dietary requirements to the best of our ability across our river and ocean cruises, and escorted tours. If you have special dietary requests, please notify us at the time of booking and inform your Cruise Director when you arrive.

Please note: while we endeavour to accommodate all dietary requirements, special requests are not guaranteed and failure to meet any request is not breach of contract on our behalf.

Complimentary Wi-Fi access is available on board some of our vessels. Please be aware that internet access may be limited or none existent at certain times due to high demand from other users, or proximity to telecommunication services. We cannot guarantee that you will have full Wi-Fi coverage in your suite.

If you are travelling on an escorted tour, please note that Wi-Fi is available at selected hotels only.

Scenic Space-Ships do not carry medical personnel on board and immediate medical attention cannot always be guaranteed. However, our staff are trained in first aid, and can provide basic medical assistance. Should you need to call medical services, this will be at your own expense. Please be aware that we cannot provide personal escorts for medical visits.

Smoking is not permitted in suites or any other indoor area across the Scenic fleet.

Smoking is permitted in specific areas of external decks. However, we cannot guarantee that these facilities will always be available.

There are no specific pieces of clothing we insist you pack, however we can offer pieces of advice, based upon your itinerary. We recommend comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing, as well as any garments, such as hats, gloves and water-resistant jackets, which will help you to stay comfortable whatever the weather. The dress code across all Scenic cruise and tour itineraries is casual and comfortable. Dinner attire is smart casual — open-neck shirts, trousers and dresses; you may wear a jacket or blazer with a tie but it is not required.

The on board language is English. All staff, crew and tour guides speak English, and all announcements and lectures will be made in English.

Scenic Enrich | Enjoy wondrous moments exclusively created for you, ranging from a private concert in a grand 18th century palace in Germany or indulging in a sumptuous dinner in a local home in the Netherlands. Enjoy these exquisite handcrafted experiences that are not available to the regular traveller.

Scenic Freechoice | Enjoy the freedom of customising your holiday your way with Scenic Freechoice. Choose from a wide range of truly all-inclusive experiences classified into ‘Active’, ‘Moderate’, and ‘Relaxed’ grades, and find the ones to match your pace each day.

Expert Local Guides | Nobody knows a place like those who live there. Explore the highlights and the hidden gems of your destination through the expert and passionate eyes of a local and take comfort in knowing you’re in good hands.

E-bikes | Enjoy the flexibility of our electrically-assisted bikes to explore your destination with minimal pedalling.

Scenic Tailormade App | Our exclusive app is the perfect accessory for independent exploration. Select between CityTour and Riverview modes to enjoy effortless self-guided touring.

Return Airport Transfers | Enjoy seamless included return airport transfer at the end of your trip.

Our expansive Royal Panorama Suites, at a generous 861 sqft, redefine the industry standard. The suites feature elegant lounge areas, oversized bathrooms, with a bath and a private terrace featuring an outdoor Jacuzzi and day bed. You will be welcomed on board with a bottle of French champagne and you won’t even have to unpack or run yourself a scented bath, your butler will do it for you. Enjoy unlimited complimentary laundry services and a US$100 per couple on board Wellness Centre credit. Also enjoy Club floor privileges at Caravelle Saigon and historic Landmark rooms at Raffles Grand hotel d’Angkor in Siem Reap.

Our expansive Grand Deluxe Suites, at a generous 40 sqm, feature stylish lounge areas, spacious bathrooms, queen-size Scenic Slumber beds, a full walk through wardrobe, HDTV and individual room climate control, each with its own control panel.

As well as all the inclusions entitled to Diamond Deck guests of complimentary pressing of two pieces of clothing per day and breakfast in their suite, you will have fresh fruit delivered to your suite in the afternoon, canapes before dinner and petit fours for after. Also enjoy Club floor privileges at Caravelle Saigon and historic Landmark rooms at Raffles Grand hotel d’Angkor in Siem Reap.

Our Deluxe Suites are the most spacious lead-in suites on the Mekong and Tonle Rivers, featuring a separate bedroom and lounge area, offering modern and elegant furnishings, HDTV and individual room climate control, each with its own control panel.