Scenic Ruby is a 159-guest Scenic Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2009. This page lists 42 upcoming departures across 28 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.
Currently on: Romantic Rhine & Moselle with Bruges (14 nights) — En route to Breisach — last stop Strasbourg
Position data may be outdated.
Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.
Scenic Ruby is a four-deck Scenic Space-Ship built for intimate European river cruising. Refurbished in 2019, it accommodates 159 guests in 80 suites and cabins, with spacious public areas, a choice of dining venues and Scenic’s signature Sun Lounge balconies. The ship primarily serves Rhine, Main, Danube and Moselle itineraries, combining relaxed onboard comfort with destination-focused excursions and attentive service.
Guests can enjoy panoramic views from the Sun Deck and Riverview Terrace, while the Salt Therapy Lounge, wellness area, gym and e-bikes add relaxing and active options. Most suites feature Scenic’s convertible indoor-outdoor Sun Lounge.
Dining includes Crystal Dining, the informal River Café, Portobellos Italian restaurant, Riverview Terrace afternoon tea and the exclusive Table La Rive experience for eligible suite categories.
Evening entertainment centers on cocktail and piano music in the Panorama Lounge and other onboard lounges. The ship also provides relaxed social spaces for scenic viewing and conversation.
The ship offers 80 suites and cabins, including Scenic Sun Lounge balcony accommodations, Royal Suites, Junior Suites and standard suites. Scenic’s accommodations emphasize generous living space, queen-size beds and modern bathrooms.
Scenic Ruby is designed primarily for adult luxury river cruising and has limited dedicated facilities or programming for children.
Facilities include a Salt Therapy Lounge, gym, massage services and hair salon. Guests can also use e-bikes for active exploration ashore.
Wheelchair-accessible cabins are available, although mobility suitability can vary by cabin and itinerary; passengers should confirm specific requirements with Scenic before booking.
Scenic has installed refillable still and sparkling water stations on its Space-Ships and has promoted reducing single-use plastic. The ship’s 2019 redesign also added updated guest facilities and operational improvements.
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