Aboard Scenic Opal with Scenic
Cruise Overview
Basel is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the Swiss, French and German borders.
It is located on the bend of the River Rhine and benefits from a Mediterranean climate.
It is the third most populated city in Switzerland and has been the commercial hub for Swiss arts and culture since the Renaissance.
In 1967 the people of Basel voted to acquire two paintings by Picasso, who was so moved by the Basel people that he donated 3 paintings and a study to the city's Kunstmuseum (Museum of Fine Arts).
Visit the Augusta Raurica, one of the largest Roman archaeology parks in Switzerland, and enjoy a river crossings over the River Rhine by non-motorised ferries.
During the summer months, time is spent outdoors, either swimming in the River Rhine, dining al fresco, enjoying open air concerts, cinema, street parties and festivals.
Basel is home to over 20 restaurants that have won GaultMillau or Michelin awards, and boasts Switzerland's largest collection of theatre shows, including modern contemporary dance, touring and puppetry theatre.
It is located on the bend of the River Rhine and benefits from a Mediterranean climate.
It is the third most populated city in Switzerland and has been the commercial hub for Swiss arts and culture since the Renaissance.
In 1967 the people of Basel voted to acquire two paintings by Picasso, who was so moved by the Basel people that he donated 3 paintings and a study to the city's Kunstmuseum (Museum of Fine Arts).
Visit the Augusta Raurica, one of the largest Roman archaeology parks in Switzerland, and enjoy a river crossings over the River Rhine by non-motorised ferries.
During the summer months, time is spent outdoors, either swimming in the River Rhine, dining al fresco, enjoying open air concerts, cinema, street parties and festivals.
Basel is home to over 20 restaurants that have won GaultMillau or Michelin awards, and boasts Switzerland's largest collection of theatre shows, including modern contemporary dance, touring and puppetry theatre.
Cruise Itinerary
Aboard Scenic Opal
Launch Year: 2015 Length: 135 Width: Currency: EUR Capacity: 163 Crew Count: 59 Deck Count: 4 Cabin Count: 59
Built in 2015 and 2016 to join our European fleet the Scenic Jasper, Opal & Amber are the latest generation of Space-Ships, complete with vitality pool, sun deck and a range of exclusive dining venues.
Designed with peerless attention to detail, the newest members of our fleet have set a new precedent in luxury river cruising. Like every vessel in our growing roster of luxury Space-Ships; Scenic Jasper, Opal & Amber have been meticulously designed and crafted to afford the most luxurious and unforgettable journeys, so you can expect nothing less than the trip of a lifetime.
Measuring 135 metres in length and carrying just 169 guests, these luxury vessels marry space and intimacy with a sense of exclusivity not regularly found on Europe’s waters. Couple this with a 1:3 crew to guests ratio, and guests can expect an attentive service from the minute they step aboard these illustrious river cruise liners.
Scenic Opal Facilities
Scenic Opal Includes
Cabin Details
Step into your suite and enjoy a spacious and peaceful haven complete with lavish touches throughout; exquisite L’Occitane toiletries and soft, luxurious bathrobes. The superior queen-size Scenic ‘Slumber Beds’ with fresh, crisp Egyptian cotton linen are a dream, while individual climate control and a pillow menu offer absolute comfort. Your suite or stateroom includes a flat-screen HDTV and Mac mini system, plus complimentary mini-bar and WiFi internet access. There’s also a personal safe for your valuables and a nightly turndown service.
