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Scylla AG
Quality, our passion
Since more than 50 years

Your professional partner for premium river cruises

We are pioneers in the industry and offer all services under one roof; from ship design, crewing, route planning, excursion and event management to outstanding cuisine, we have it all covered!

Since 1973, hundreds of thousands of enthusiastic passengers have experienced the subtle difference: Quality is our passion.

Lots of satisfied guests and long-term partnerships prove that we are able to live up to this claim, which we live by daily.

To the ships
Quality, our passion

Scylla's track record

50+
Years of experience
1823
Cruises per year (2023)
>216
Active charter partners
39
River cruise ships
~1963
Employees
From pioneer to companion

What our partners say

"What began as a dream has eventually become our credo "Quality, our passion". We strive to become that little bit better every day, with every ship and each new route, and this is still the case today. But we could not have done this without all the longstanding partners and customers, with whom we have always had the privilege of developing and implementing new ship concepts, meaning our history has changed for the better!"

- Arno and Robert Reitsma

Thurgau Travel

“We have worked together for more than 30 years and have always been able to rely on Scylla’s partnership and capabilities to consistently deliver high quality.”

Tauck

“When looking for a partner, we chose a family and a company that shared our long-term vision of quality, innovation and service. For 20 years, we’ve led the industry in creating the best for our guests and being the best place to work for our team.”

Phoenix

“When you’re looking for a success story in the river cruise industry, then look no further than the partnership between Scylla and Phoenix!

    Our partners

    Our long-standing partnerships with renowned tour operators reflect the high level of satisfaction of our customers - something we are proud of. When can we welcome you?
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    Spectacular landscapes

    Regions we visit

    Discover new horizons: We head for the most beautiful rivers and spectacular landscapes in Europe for you and your guests. Scylla was the first provider of cruises on the Main-Danube Canal and Italy’s longest river, the Po. In keeping with our pioneering spirit, we regularly expand our “sphere of influence” in order to be able to offer you new destinations time and again.
    All regions

    The Douro

    From Northern Portugal to the Atlantic Ocean
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    The Seine

    From the city of love to le Havre

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    The tributaries of the Rhine

    Gates to historical landmarks

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    The Netherlands and Belgium

    From the tulip blossom to the headquarters of the European Union
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    Northeast Germany

    The beautiful north

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    Rhine

    Where history meets water

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    The Rhône and Saône

    Idyllic wine villages and fields full of lavender
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    The Danube and the Main

    Between Franconia and Hungary

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    Career at Scylla

    Your career at Scylla

    We invest in our employees and help them develop and grow within our company. From sailor to captain, from waiter to maître or hotel manager. If you are motivated and inquisitive, Scylla is happy to provide you with the tools and guidance you need to pursue your chosen career path.
    Career

    Difference between Hotel Ship &MICE and Charter Business

    Due to the diversity of customers and their different needs, our offer includes two options.

    Charter business

    Especially suitable for tour operators the charter possibility for a whole season or even several years.
    River Cruise Ship Charter

    Hotel ship &MICE

    Suitable for private as well as business clients the ship rental for a few daysfor private or business events as well as MICE.
    Hotel ship &MICE
      About us

      River cruising pioneer in Europe

      Finally, on September 3, 1973, it’s “Cast off!” for Scylla: With Scylla Tours AG, André and Martha Reitsma found the family business in Basel and thus a true pioneer of the river cruise industry. The MS Scylla, the company’s first passenger ship, began her maiden voyage in March of the following year. The rest is history. And one that goes back more than 50 years, which we would like to celebrate with you on the following pages.

      Come aboard – and cast off with us!

      The Company

      Contact

      Do you have general questions concerning the regions our vessels are operating?
      Get in contact with our Product Management team for more information.

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