Scenic Azure

The 5-star Scenic Azure has just 48 cabins and an almost 1:2 staff-to-guest ratio, so you're guaranteed a more intimate experience during your time on-board. What's more, 87% of our suites feature bespoke Scenic 'Sun Lounges', allowing you to enjoy the Portuguese sun.

The 5-star Scenic Azure boasts the same all-inclusive luxury experience that has become synonymous with Scenic. From unlimited complimentary drinks to on-shore excursions, it's all included and pre-planned to ensure you make the most of your time on the Douro. Whether you're docked in a sunny port or sailing the waters, you'll soon discover that this ship has been constructed primarily for the enjoyment of her guests.

Ship Calendar

Destination Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan 2026 Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug
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Ship Details

Year Built
2016
Capacity
96
Meeting Rooms
N/A
Elevators
1
Casino
N/A
Registry
N/A
Restaurants
3
Disco
N/A
Tonnage
N/A
Bars
2
Fitness Center
Yes
Cabins
48
Pools
1
Children's Program
N/A
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins
N/A
Theaters
N/A
Internet Cafe
N/A
Shops
Yes
Library
N/A
Spa
Yes

Decks

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Sun Deck

  • Sun Deck
  • Vitality Pool
  • Wheelhouse
  • Riverview Terrace
  • Walking Track

Diamond Deck

  • Portobellos Restaurant
  • River Cafe
  • Panorama Lounge and Bar
  • Gift Shop
  • Wellness Area
  • Reception
  • Balcony Suite Cat P
  • Balcony Suite Cat PA
  • Junior Balcony Suite Cat RJ
  • Royal One-Bedroom Suite Cat RP

Sapphire Deck

  • Crystal Dining Restaurant
  • Table D'Or
  • Fitness Centre
  • Wellness Area
  • Elevator
  • Balcony Suite Cat B
  • Balcony Suite Cat BB
  • Junior Balcony Suite Cat BJ
  • Balcony Suite Cat C
  • Riverview Suite Cat C1

Jewel Deck

  • Galley
  • Elevator
  • Standard Suite Cat E

Ship Categories

Standard Suite
Standard Suites are located on the Jewel Deck with large picture windows to ensure a great view. They have a spacious design and clever layout alongside all the usual luxurious amenities and furnishings.
Junior Balcony Suite
These spacious Suites, located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin and shower.
Riverview Suite
Standard Suites are located on the Sapphire Deck with a retractable Scenic Sunlounge to ensure a great view. They have a spacious layout alongside all the usual luxurious amenities and furnishings
Junior & Private Balcony Suites
These spacious Suites, located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin and shower.
Balcony Suite
Scenic sets the benchmark for the standard of suites on board, the most spacious on any European vessel. Technology and innovation meet to provide your Scenic Sun Lounge, giving you a private balcony at the touch of a button in most of our Suite Categories. From a Standard Suite to the Royal Panorama Suites, find the ultimate in all-inclusive luxury to suit you. Luxury, space, views, they’re all included.
Junior Suite
These spacious Suites, located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms featuring a large vanity basin and shower.
Royal One Bedroom Suite
This is the largest suite on the ship. Located on the Diamond Deck, both suites enjoy fantastic views of the passing scenery from your private balcony complete with Scenic Sun Lounge. Each Suite has a separate lounge area and a luxurious bathroom offering a separate bath and shower.

Dining

Crystal Dining

Enjoy à la carte menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Crystal Dining. Available on all Europe and South East Asia river cruises, this main restaurant offers a relaxed dining experience with local delicacies. 

In-Suite Dining

Choose to dine in the comfort of your luxurious suite, while taking in the incredible views and enjoy included room service throughout your cruise.  

Portobellos

With up to only 32 guests an evening, the exclusive and intimate Portobellos or L’Amour showcase sumptuous regional specialities. The delectable five-course menu features either Italian, French or Portuguese cuisine (depending on your cruise location), paired with elegant wines, and is available on all European river cruises.

River Café

Offering a casual dining experience, you can enjoy all-day grazing options, light snacks and tasty treats to suit your schedule. The River Café is available on all Europe and South East Asia river cruises.    

Riverview Terrace
Perfect for light bites or afternoon refreshments, Riverview Terrace is our Sun Deck lounge and bar area, where you can enjoy snacks and drinks during the day. Combined with our all-inclusive service, this is the ideal spot to unwind with a glass of your favourite tipple as the wonders of the Douro drift by.
Table d'Or

Exclusive dining venue on board Scenic Azure.

Royal and Junior suite guests as well as Diamond Deck guests are invited, by our Executive Chef, to join Table d'Or for an evening of sumptuous dégustation.

  • Exclusive for Royal and Junior suite guests on cruises of 7 nights or less, and for all Diamond deck guests on cruises of 10 nights or longer
  • Six-course dégustation menu with sommelier paired wines
  • Intimate dining for only 10 guests per evening

Entertainment

Gallery

Our Gallery spaces are dedicated to showcasing works by local artists, so you feel connected to people and place in every destination. We believe little touches like this are what make our European river cruises so special.

Gift Shop
Pick up those all-important essentials or a gift for loved ones back home at Scenic Azure’s on board gift shop. You’ll find it near the reception.
Panorama Lounge & Bar

Enjoy local entertainment, chat with new friends or peruse our extensive drinks list at Panorama Lounge & Bar. As the main lounge area on board Scenic Azure, this is where you can relax and enjoy a stimulating evening on the river.

Reception
Located at the heart of Scenic Azure, the reception area is a place to get help and advice during your river cruise; it’s also the meeting point for excursions and events. Whatever you need, our helpful crew are always on hand to help.
The Sun Deck

Soak up the Portuguese sunshine from the Sun Deck – a spacious, open-air lounge and leisure area where you’ll spend much of your downtime on board. With deck chairs, Vitality Pool, café and games area, it’s perfect for a slice of alfresco living during your Douro river cruise.

Wheelhouse
This is where our crew pilot your luxury Space-Ship, navigating the meandering passage of the Douro from Porto to the Spanish border. Stop by during your cruise for a glimpse behind the scenes.

Health & Fitness

Fitness Area
With Scenic Azure’s dedicated Fitness Area, you’ll be able to continue your fitness regime on a Douro river cruise. Kitted out with a range of exercise equipment, including cardio and weight machines, it’s a great place to stay active on your travels.
Vitality Pool

Soak up the Portuguese sunshine from the Sun Deck – a spacious, open-air lounge and leisure area where you’ll spend much of your downtime on board. With deck chairs, Vitality Pool, café and games area, it’s perfect for a slice of alfresco living during your Douro river cruise.

Walking Track
For those who like to walk off their lunch or simply admire the view, the walking track is a place to stretch your legs during your time on board. Circling the perimeter of the ship, it’s ideal for taking in all the Douro’s magnificent vistas.
Wellness Area

Maintain your wellness routine at our state-of-the-art gym, morning stretching classes^ with the Wellness Coach or rejuvenating spa treatments*. Exercise on the walking track on the Sun Deck or take a dip in the Vitality Pool.