Taste of Discovery Series: Culinary Cruises
Speciality food and wine river cruises, inspired by 40 years of innovation
Celebrating 40 Years of Innovation
A feast for the senses
Uncover Central Europe’s rich traditions by tasting your way along the Rhine and Danube with Scenic's Tastes of Discovery: Culinary Cruises in 2027. Celebrate gastronomy through immersive food and drink experiences and learn the stories of secret family recipes that have been handed down through the generations.
Along the Danube, enjoy coffee and cake at Bratislava’s renowned Kormuth Bakerai and explore Budapest’s Grand Central Market to sample regional specialities. In France, discover Lyon, the nation’s gastronomic heart, and Burgundy’s legendary vineyards and truffles. With every bite and sip, you’ll uncover the true essence of French life.
Save up to 30%*and enjoy return flights#
£100 Virgin Wines voucher† OR save an additional £100‡
Book an extension with your river cruise and save up to an additional £200pp»
Book by 31 August 2026
Our dedicated culinary cruises for 2027
Save an additional £200pp»
Extend Your Stay
We handle all the planning, including your accommodation, transfers, tours and more, making it easier than ever for you to combine our popular river cruise itineraries with land arrangements so you can enjoy every moment with peace of mind.
2027 Ultra-Luxury Europe River Cruising
View our brochure to plan your 2027 Scenic Europe River Cruise, discover the Scenic Difference and more information about our departures.
Save up to 30% applicable to new bookings only made between 4 - 31 August 2026 based on 2027 themed cruise itineraries when booking with Best Available Fare. Maximum saving of up to 30% depending on itinerary and departure date. #Flights included is based on an Air Credit up to the value of £400 per person when booking a flight and cruise with us at the same time. If flights exceed this credit amount, then a supplement will be charged. Flights may not be a direct service. *Eurostar option is only available on select itineraries and may operate indirect and require a change of stations, subject to availability. A prebooked taxi service will be arranged if a change of stations is required and details will be confirmed at the time of booking. Porterage is not included on flight or rail. Please call us for details. No cash value; non-transferrable. †Virgin Wines Offer: Redeemable when booking any Scenic Wine or Culinary cruise between 4 - 31 August 2026. To receive your £100 voucher, you must supply your email address at the time of booking. No cash value; non transferrable. ‡Either £100 gift card or £100 additional saving on river cruise to be selected at time of booking, one per booking only. »Extend Your Stay Offer: Available to existing cruise + extension product codes only. Save up to £200 valid on selected extensions only. We reserve the right to withdraw offers and promotions at any time and these offers are only applicable to residents of the UK. Full itineraries and booking conditions can be found at scenic.cruises/terms-conditions. E&OE.
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