Signature highlights
A compact European river ship with Scenic Sun Lounges, spacious suites, a panoramic lounge, outdoor walking track and attentive butler service.
Scenic Crystal
Scenic Crystal is a 163-guest Scenic Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2012. This page lists 47 upcoming departures across 32 itineraries in European River Cruises, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.
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Heading to: DURNSTEIN
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Moored
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About Scenic Crystal
Scenic Crystal is a four-deck European river Space-Ship designed for intimate, all-inclusive cruising on waterways including the Rhine, Main and Danube. Its 82 suites accommodate up to 163 guests, with Scenic Sun Lounges, butler service, panoramic public areas and a relaxed onboard atmosphere. Passengers can expect destination-focused dining, a walking track, wellness facilities and live piano entertainment rather than the large-scale attractions found on ocean cruise ships.
Ship at a Glance
- Operator
- Scenic Cruises
- Builder / shipyard
- Scheepswerf Den Breejen Shipyard, Hardinxveld-Giessendam, Netherlands
- Registry / flag
- Malta
- Call sign
- 9HA3040
- MMSI
- 229065000
Onboard Experience
Dining
Crystal Dining provides main restaurant service, while Portobellos offers Italian specialties. Selected premium suites may also receive invitations to intimate specialty dining experiences.
Entertainment
Panorama Lounge and Bar, live piano music, destination views from the Sun Deck and Scenic Tailormade-style independent touring support.
Staterooms & suites
The ship offers 82 suites, including Standard Suites, Balcony Suites, Junior Balcony Suites, Deluxe Balcony Suites, Royal Balcony Suites, Royal Panorama Suites and a Royal Owner’s Suite. Many feature Scenic Sun Lounges that convert the balcony into an enclosed sitting area.
For families
No dedicated children’s program, playroom or youth facilities were identified. The ship is primarily designed for adult-oriented luxury river cruising.
Pools, spa & wellness
Wellness facilities include a fitness area, walking track and redesigned wellness space; the 2019 redesign also added a salt-therapy lounge.
Accessibility
Accessible cabins and wheelchair-accessible facilities are reported, although passengers should confirm suitability for their specific mobility needs before booking.
Environmental features
Scenic’s redesign program included refillable water stations intended to reduce reliance on single-use plastic bottles.
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Itineraries & Sailings
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Next: Dec 21, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Nov 22, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Nov 23, 2028
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Dec 6, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Jun 9, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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Next: Apr 19, 2028
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Apr 19, 2028
2 upcoming departures
Ports of Call
Next: May 8, 2027
1 upcoming departure
Ports of Call
Next: Sep 27, 2027
1 upcoming departure