Our Awards

Cruise Critic Awards  – Best River Cruise Line Shore Excursions

Cruise Critic, the world's leading cruise reviews site and online community, has awarded us the 2018 recipient of "Best River Cruise Line Shore Excursions.”

“When it comes to shore excursions, Scenic makes sure its guests get something special. The luxury cruise line puts together extraordinary nighttime events at unique venues in European ports. Scenic also provides bikes onboard so passengers can explore ports on their own or as part of a group tour. Wine lovers, independent travelers and history buffs will adore the variety of shore excursions.”

Prevue Visionary Award – Silver Award – Best River Cruise Line

We’re thrilled to be acknowledged by the readers and Advisory Board of Prevue Magazine with a Silver Award for Best River Cruise Line as a forward-thinking organization within the travel industry.

Condé Nast Traveler – 2018 Reader’s Choice Award Top River Cruise Lines

Proud to be recognized as a top river cruise line by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler.

Condé Nast Traveler Gold List

Condé Nast Traveler ranked the best cruise lines in the world, from large ships to river cruises, and Scenic Eclipse is on the list!

Magellan Awards Gold Winner – Overall River Cruising

We are delighted to have won Gold in the 2018 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards for Overall River Cruising. The Travel Weekly Magellan Awards honors the best in travel and salutes the outstanding travel professionals behind it all.

Magellan Awards Silver Winner – Overall River Cruise Ship

We are delighted to have won Silver in the 2018 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards for Overall River Cruise Ship. The Travel Weekly Magellan Awards honors the best in travel and salutes the outstanding travel professionals behind it all.

Magellan Awards Gold Winner – Best Small Cruise Ship Scenic Eclipse

We are delighted to have won Gold in the 2017 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards for Best Small Cruise Ship Scenic Eclipse. The Travel Weekly Magellan Awards honors the best in travel and salutes the outstanding travel professionals behind it all.

Magellan Awards Silver Winner – Best in River Cruising Scenic Luxury Cruises

We are delighted to have won Silver in the 2017 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards for Best in River Cruising Scenic Luxury Cruises. The Travel Weekly Magellan Awards honors the best in travel and salutes the outstanding travel professionals behind it all.

Cruise Critic Awards  – Best River Cruise Refurbishment

On its French "Space" ships, Scenic Diamond and Scenic Sapphire, Scenic Cruises took a good thing and made it better. Passenger counts were reduced from 167 to 155, and brand-new Owners Suites were put in. The line also added hot tubs and a demonstration cooking bar for its new Scenic Culinaire enrichment program; it also expanded its spa and fitness, with a gym and a first-in-the-industry salt room.

Cruise Critic Awards  – Best River Cruise Line Shore Excursions

Cruise Critic, the world's leading cruise reviews site and online community announced that Scenic has been awarded "Best River Cruise Line Shore Excursions" in this years awards.

Globe Travel Awards’ Favourite River Cruise Line

Scenic Tours was proudly crowned ‘Favourite River Cruise Line’ at the 2014 Globe Travel Awards which took place earlier this month.

British Travel Awards - Best River Cruise Line - Silver Award

We are delighted to have won the Silver Award for 'Best River Cruise Line' at the British Travel Awards for the second year running. Our guests enjoy bigger cabins than other river cruise vessels, full-sized balconies, a personal butler service for all guests, a range of delicious dining options, unforgettable on-board entertainment and Scenic FreeChoice options to make a holiday that’s perfect for you.

British Travel Awards - Best Small Holiday Company to Australasia

Not only did we win 'Best Small Holiday Company - Escorted Tours' in 2012 and 2013, but we're excited to announce that we also won the British Travel Award for 'Best Small Holiday Company to Australasia' for the second year running, awarded to companies sending fewer than 10,000 passengers a year. This demonstrates that our unique approach to flexible, spectacular and fully-inclusive holidays to Australia and New Zealand offer something out of the ordinary.

Telegraph Travel Awards - Favourite River Cruise Line

Scenic Tours has been voted Telegraph Travel’s ‘Favourite River Cruise Line’ for the third year running. Voted for by guests who have travelled with Scenic Tours, this third consecutive award is a great endorsement that we offer the best river cruises available to buy.

Scenic Tours named 'Best River Cruise Line' for second consecutive year

Cruise Passenger Magazine recently named Scenic Tours winner of the ‘Best River Cruise Line’ category for 2013 in their Reader’s Choice Awards.  The annual awards held by Cruise Passenger magazine accredit the best cruises within the travel industry as ranked in order of readers’ choice.

Scenic Tours General Manager, Sales and Marketing, Michelle Black says winning the award again in 2013 is a great achievement for the company which prides and commits itself to delivering the ultimate in all-inclusive luxury cruising experiences. “These awards are a testament to our reputation and it is wonderful to be acknowledged by not only those within the travel industry, but by our guests which is so very important to us.”

Scenic Tours has been awarded Australasia’s Leading Tour Operator at the World Travel Awards

Scenic Tours has been awarded Australasia’s Leading Tour Operator at the World Travel Awards. Hailed as “The Oscars of the Travel Industry”, the World Travel Awards celebrates its 20th Anniversary this year and is acknowledged across the globe as the ultimate travel accolade. It aims to “celebrate those brands that are pushing the boundaries of industry excellence.”

The World Travel Awards are voted for by travel and tourism professionals worldwide, recognising the commitment to excellence which Scenic Tours has demonstrated in the last twelve months.

Scenic Tours receives highest rank of river cruise ship category with an ‘award of excellence’

Scenic Cruises, the cruising division of Scenic Tours, has received an ‘Award of Excellence’ from renowned author Steven B. Stern after being ranked in the highest class category for river cruise ships in his book, ‘Guide to European Riverboats and Hotel Barges’. Stern has sailed on over 790 cruise ships, river cruise ships and hotel barges, visiting every major port of call in the world, and personally inspecting virtually every ship currently in operation. He has evaluated every vessel based on comfort and luxury.

In the comprehensive guide, Stern has ranked 16 different river cruise companies into four categories, Deluxe, Premium, Standard and Economy. The river cruise ships have not been categorised based upon price or clientele like ocean cruising. Instead Stern says, “Some riverboats offer more than others, and therefore, I have assigned class categories to reflect which are in the best condition, are most well-appointed, and offer the most common facilities, the best dining and service, and the most comfortable accommodation. Those that are all-inclusive and include all alcoholic beverages, all tours, and other amenities will receive the highest ratings.”

Cruise Passenger Magazine - Best River Cruise Line

We are excited to announce we have been awarded the winner of the Best River Cruise Line by Cruise Passenger Magazine. It was a people’s choice award where readers of the magazine voted for various categories of ships, cruise lines and travel agencies over the last year. We work hard to ensure we deliver the ultimate in luxury river cruising at all levels and we thank you all for this recognition.

British Travel Awards - Best Small Escorted Tours Operator

In recognition of our innovative approach to touring we are proud to have scooped the 2012 British Travel Award for 'Best Small Escorted Tours Operator', awarded to companies sending fewer than 10,000 passengers a year. As voted for by both trade and customers, we believe our fully-inclusive approach, great accommodation and exclusive experiences make us stand out from other companies.