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Christmas & New Year's Cruises & Journeys
Celebrate the Christmas and New Year season with unforgettable journeys and cruises through Europe, Asia, Antarctica and more.
Discover the magic of the festive season with departures throughout December and January.
Spend the most magical time of year discovering the world’s wonders with Scenic in December and January. Whether you're cruising past Europe’s twinkling Christmas markets, uncovering Asia’s fascinating traditions, experiencing your dream white Christmas in Canada or spending Christmas Day surrounded by penguins in Antarctica, the festive season is a great time to travel with Scenic.
Christmas & New Year Europe River Cruises
Be immersed in the festivities of the Christmas markets dotted along the rivers of Rhine, Main and Danube rivers. Marvel at twinkling decorations, embrace local customs and delicacies, unique to each region and with a touch of luck, the season’s first snowflake might settle gently on your nose. From charming villages to cities rich in heritage, experience yuletide traditions that have been passed down generations, as you welcome the new year in Europe.
2025 Scenic Savings include: Save up to $2,500pp* on selected 2025 Europe river cruises.
Amsterdam to Budapest
15 Days
SEASON: 2025Christmas Markets
Soak up the Christmas magic
From
NZD
$13,190*
Budapest to Amsterdam
15 Days
SEASON: 2025Christmas & New Year
A festive tradition
From
NZD
$9,295*
Amsterdam to Zurich
8 Days
SEASON: 2025Rhine Christmas Markets
Christmas markets delight
From
NZD
$7,370*
2026 Scenic Savings include: Save up to $3,000pp+ on selected 2026 Europe river cruises.
Amsterdam to Budapest
15 Days
SEASON: 2026Christmas Markets
Experience Europe’s magical Christmas traditions
From
NZD
$8,680*
Amsterdam to Budapest
15 Days
SEASON: 2026Christmas & New Year
Create magical memories for the festive season
From
NZD
$9,330*
Amsterdam to Zurich
8 Days
SEASON: 2026Rhine Christmas Markets
Charms and delights of festive Europe
From
NZD
$5,445*
Budapest to Munich
8 Days
SEASON: 2026Danube Christmas Markets
Discover Christmas traditions along a legendary waterway
From
NZD
$5,125*
Christmas & New Year Antarctica Cruises
Celebrate the festive season at the edge of the world in 2026 and 2027, where towering icebergs, playful penguins, and pristine landscapes await. With your expert Discovery Team, gain deeper insights into this remarkable region. Whether it’s Christmas Day or New Year’s Eve on the White Continent, mark the occasion in all-inclusive, ultra-luxury with moments that will create stories for life.
Save from $5,000pp#
Antarctica in Depth, 13 days
- Save from $5,000pp#
Departing 21 December 2025.
Save from $10,000pp#
Mawson’s Antarctica: Along the East Coast, 25 days
- Included Helicopter shuttle to visit Mawson’s Huts
- Save from $10,000pp#
- BONUS USD1,000pp on board credit#
Departing 13 December 2025.
Christmas in the Canadian Rockies
Experience the magic of the festive season in the snow-dusted Canadian Rockies from the glittering lights of Butchart Gardens to the majestic peaks of Jasper. Spend Christmas Day at the iconic Fairmont Banff Springs, the ‘Castle in the Rockies’, for an unforgettable festive escape filled with warmth, wonder and timeless scenery.
Scenic Select Savings: Save up to $1,200pp~ on Christmas in the Rockies land journeys.
Victoria to Calgary
14 Days
SEASON: 2025Christmas in the Rockies
A special time, a magical place
From
NZD
$15,075*
Scenic Select Savings: Save up to $1,250pp≈ on Christmas in the Rockies land journeys.
Victoria to Calgary
14 Days
SEASON: 2026Christmas in the Rockies
A special time, a magical place
From
NZD
$16,015*
Festive Season Asia River Cruising & Land Journeys
Embrace the warmth of South East Asia this festive season as you journey through the heart of Asia along the Mekong River. You’ll explore ancient temples, vibrant street markets, and riverside villages. Uncover the cultural riches of Vietnam and Cambodia while celebrating the season in luxury.
Scenic Select Savings include:
- Save up to $4,500pp^ when you book an Asia river cruise and land journey of 15 days or more
- Save up to $500pp^ on Vietnam Explorer land journeys
Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
11 Days
SEASON: 2025/2026Luxury Mekong and Temple Discovery Cruise
Captivating charm
From
NZD
$9,790*
Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
13 Days
SEASON: 2025/2026Treasures of the Mekong
A waterway unlike any other
From
NZD
$9,885*
Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
22 Days
SEASON: 2025/2026Essence of Cambodia, Vietnam & Luxury Mekong
Southeast Asia comes alive
From
NZD
$17,390*
Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
12 Days
SEASON: 2025/2026Vietnam Explorer
The true spirit of Vietnam
From
NZD
$7,055*
Scenic Select Savings include:
- Save up to $4,500pp^ when you book an Asia river cruise and land journey of 15 days or more
- Save up to $500pp^ on Vietnam Explorer land journeys
Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
11 Days
SEASON: 2026/2027Luxury Mekong and Temple Discovery Cruise
Captivating charm
From
NZD
$8,300*
Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City
13 Days
SEASON: 2026/2027Treasures of the Mekong
A waterway unlike any other
From
NZD
$8,395*
Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
22 Days
SEASON: 2026/2027Essence of Cambodia, Vietnam & Luxury Mekong
Southeast Asia comes alive
From
NZD
$15,390*
Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
12 Days
SEASON: 2026/2027Vietnam Explorer
The true spirit of Vietnam
From
NZD
$8,555*
Experience the magic of the festive season.
Europe River Cruising and Land Journeys 2026
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Terms & Conditions
*2025 Europe River Cruising Scenic Savings Terms & Conditions
Offer is strictly limited for new bookings departing in 2025. Full payment is due within 30 days of booking. Once sold out or if full payment is not received the standard payment offer will apply. Scenic Savings is a dollar discount that is available when you are not booking flights with Scenic and is not combinable with Scenic Savings air credit offer. Offer includes a saving of up to $3,000pp on select Romantic Rhine & Moselle river cruises. Or savings of up to $2,200 per person on other select river cruises of 11 day on the Rhine, Main and Danube and France; up to $2,000pp for 11 day Douro itineraries and 10 day itineraries on the Rhine, Main and Danube or up to $1,000pp for 8 day river cruises in Europe. Values are based on per person, twin share in NZD, strictly limited, not combinable with other offers and are subject to availability. A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person, due within 7 days of booking. For full booking terms and conditions visit scenicnz.com/terms-conditions.+2026 Europe River Cruising Terms & Conditions
Super Earlybird Offers are subject to the Terms and Conditions www.scenicnz.com/terms-conditions and are based on per person, twin share in NZD. Valid for new bookings until sold out & subject to availability. Full payment is due 10 months prior to travel or within 30 days if booking within 10 months. Once sold out or if full payment is not received the standard offer will apply. Save up to $3,000pp on Europe river cruises of 11 days or more. Save up to $2,500pp on 10 day river cruises. Save up to $1,300pp on 8 day river cruises. A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person is due within 7 days of booking.
#2025 Antarctica Terms & Conditions
Scenic Select saving from $5,000pp is off the full fare and is based on cruise departure and suite category. Receive up to $USD1,000pp on board credit on voyage 111S131225.2. Offer ends 30 September 2025 or until sold out.
^2025/2026 Asia River Cruising Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions are additional to the full terms and conditions on scenicnz.com/terms-conditions. All offers are strictly limited on selected suite types on all departures after July 2025 listed in 2025/26 brochure, subject to availability and until sold out. Offers cannot be combined, nor with any other offer and may be withdrawn at any time. Offers are valid for new bookings only. Super Earlybird offers are available on all suites and are for new bookings only. Solo Traveller offer is not available on RS Suites. Full payment is due 10 months prior to departure for Super Earlybird Offers to apply. If the booking is within 10 months of departure and if the Super Earlybird is available, full payment is due within 7 days of booking. Once sold out or if full payment is not received the standard fare will apply.
These itineraries are an indication only and may vary. Please read carefully before booking. All offers are subject to availability, strictly limited and may be withdrawn at any time. Offers strictly limited and subject to availability. Full payment is due 10 months prior to travel or if booking within 10 months full payment is due within 7 days. Once sold out or if full payment is not received the full fare will apply.
~2025 Canada, Alaska & USA Offer Terms & Conditions
~2025 Canada, Alaska & USA Offer Terms & Conditions
Terms and conditions apply. All bookings are subject to our full terms and conditions found in our brochures and scenicnz.com/terms-conditions. Prices are in New Zealand Dollars, per person, twin share. Scenic Select Savings Offer: Offer is available to new bookings made on set departure dates, subject to availability. Save up to $1,200 per person ($2,400 per couple) is available on Christmas in the Rockies (RPXV). Guests must book and pay their Scenic journey in full within 7 days of booking to receive this offer. Valid for bookings received 91 days or more prior to departure. Offer is strictly limited on set departures and subject to availability.
≈2026 Canada, Alaska & USA Offer Terms & Conditions
Terms and Conditions apply: All bookings are subject to our full terms and conditions found in our brochures and scenicnz.com/terms-conditions. A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person is due within 7 days of booking (Art. 3.3. of the Conditions). Valid for new bookings only. Prices are based on per person, twin share in NZD. Offers are strictly limited and will be withdrawn once sold out or on 12 December 2025, whichever comes first. Offers is not combinable with any other offers. Super Earlybird Offer: Save up to $2,500 per couple, ($1,250 per person) on RPXV. In order to receive the Super Earlybird offer guests must pay for their journey in full by 12 December 2025. Once sold out or if full payment is not received the standard offer will apply.
≈2026 Canada, Alaska & USA Offer Terms & Conditions
Terms and Conditions apply: All bookings are subject to our full terms and conditions found in our brochures and scenicnz.com/terms-conditions. A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person is due within 7 days of booking (Art. 3.3. of the Conditions). Valid for new bookings only. Prices are based on per person, twin share in NZD. Offers are strictly limited and will be withdrawn once sold out or on 12 December 2025, whichever comes first. Offers is not combinable with any other offers. Super Earlybird Offer: Save up to $2,500 per couple, ($1,250 per person) on RPXV. In order to receive the Super Earlybird offer guests must pay for their journey in full by 12 December 2025. Once sold out or if full payment is not received the standard offer will apply.
For full terms and conditions for all offers visit scenicnz.com/terms-conditions.
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