Aboard Scenic Crystal 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 Crystal
Launch Year: 2012 Length: 135 Width: Currency: EUR Capacity: 163 Crew Count: 59 Deck Count: 4 Cabin Count: 85
Scenic Crystal, Jade & Jewel were the sixth, seventh, and eighth ships to join our fleet of luxury Space-Ships respectively. All three river cruise ships feature our signature Scenic Sun Lounges, as well as newly designed cabins and suites.
With four sumptuous decks boasting a selection of private suites and public lounge and dining venues, every aspect of Scenic Crystal, Jade & Jewel has been carefully considered to be easily navigable and wonderfully luxurious.
Measuring 135 metres in length, these sister Space-Ships are perfectly proportioned for navigating the preeminent waterways of Europe, and all without forfeiting your comfort, space and enjoyment.
Each generously appointed vessel features just 85 cabins, giving them a maximum guest capacity of 169. This affords our guests a real appreciation of space and freedom, as well as complete intimacy and comfort. Couple this with a 1:3 crew-to-guest ratio, and you can look forward to the very best service from the moment you set foot aboard Scenic Crystal, Jade & Jewel.
As you’d expect from three valued members of the luxury Scenic Space-Ship fleet, comfort, refinement and luxury are second to none aboard Scenic Crystal, Jade & Jewel. The sister ships offer a number of different suite classes spanning three decks, so you have plenty of choice and flexibility depending on your individual travel preferences.
Scenic Crystal Facilities
Scenic Crystal 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.
