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Emerald Star-Ships, Europe River Cruising

On board Emerald Cruises’ Star-Ships in Europe, you will enjoy contemporary comfort, innovative spaces, and unforgettable experiences.

With a fleet of 10 Emerald Star-Ships cruising Europe’s iconic rivers, you can look forward to spacious suites & staterooms, elegant social areas, and thoughtfully designed spaces that elevate every journey. Enjoy panoramic lounges, an innovative pool area, and regionally inspired dining, all complemented by attentive service that ensures your river cruise is both luxurious and wonderfully relaxed.

Sailing in 2026 on the Rhine, Moselle and Danube rivers.

Meet our newest ship: Emerald Astra

Emerald Astra will mark the next evolution of Emerald Cruises’ award-winning river fleet. Designed to mirror the sleek elegance of the line’s luxury superyachts, the ship features a modern, grey-tinted glass exterior and will welcome 180 guests.

The updated design focuses on both style and functionality, offering guests’ favorite amenities such as the pool/cinema combination, multiple dining options, and a sun deck dedicated to relaxation and panoramic views. All interiors have also been enhanced with a sleek, contemporary design, ensuring a sophisticated and spacious atmosphere for travelers on Europe’s rivers.
 
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Emerald Astra Cruise Ship Emerald Astra Cruise Ship
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Discover the Emerald Star-Ship Fleet

Each Emerald Star-Ship in the ever-growing fleet is custom-built to cruise the rivers they travel. From the Danube, Rhine, Rhône and Douro rivers, as well as the Main and the Moselle.

Welcoming up to 180 guests, each Emerald Star-Ship cruising the rivers of Central Europe is similar in design and experience.

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Introducing our Emerald Star-Ships

On board Emerald Liberté
On board Emerald Radiance
Emerald Cruises Europe River Cruises
Emerald Cruises Europe River Cruises

Ready to start your journey?

To secure your space onboard or to get more information about our itineraries, call our friendly reservations team at 1(857) 347-4442 or contact your professional travel advisor.

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Exquisite dining experiences

Enjoy the most savory dishes famed throughout Europe in the opulent surroundings of the Reflections Restaurant. Let the tastes of Central Europe, France, and Portugal dance on your palate, and enjoy complimentary beverages with each meal.
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Plate of delicious salmon served with tomatoes and asparagus
Delicious Dishes: We believe that food is intrinsic to the travel experience, from decadent five-course dinners to light bites, crafted by our masterful chefs to create an exceptional culinary journey.
Tables set ready for dinner on board a luxury river ship
Reflections Restaurant: Marvel at the beautiful views of the river while experiencing our dining menu, which is designed to celebrate seasonal and regional flavors.
Friends toasting with white wine at dinner on board a luxury river ship
Drinks: Enjoy complimentary drinks with lunch and dinner that perfectly accompany your meal. We also have drink packages available if you’d like to extend your beverage service.
Wait Staff on Emerald river cruise ship
Superior service: Our passionate and dedicated team are always on hand, helping to guarantee a river cruising experience in which your every need is met.

Relax and connect on board in the inviting social spaces

From the chilled and relaxed vibe of the Horizon Bar & Lounge to the open-air Sun Deck, you’ll find plenty of spaces on board to enjoy the company of newfound friends.
Friends enjoying a tipple together in the bar on board a luxury river ship
Horizon Bar & Lounge: Enjoy a glass of wine, a beer, or a hot drink as you unwind in this plush open seating area/contemporary meeting place.
Group of friends watching a film on board a luxury river ship, with a couple sharing a tub of popcorn
Evening Cinema:^ On select evenings, this space transforms into an evening cinema via a retractable roof.
^Emerald Radiance does not have a cinema
Friends playing golf on the putting green on the Sun Deck of a luxury river ship
Sun Deck: Enjoy the best views of the river from this spacious vantage point. Bask in the sunshine as you enjoy a drink, or challenge a fellow guest to some putting.
Indoor Pool:+ Have a leisurely swim with incredible views thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows.
+Emerald Radiance does not have an indoor pool. Instead, there is a spa-style Serenity Pool on the Sun Deck.

Find your sanctuary of serenity

The suites and staterooms on board our Star-Ships are modern sanctuaries with inspired décor and contemporary designs. Enjoy all the amenities you’d expect from a world-class hotel including luxury ESPA toiletries, Wi-Fi, and a queen or twin-sized beds.
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Couple enjoying night-time views from their balconied accommodation, with large bed and flat-screen TV

Suites: Our spacious and chic suites boast an all-weather balcony with floor-to-ceiling windows so you can enjoy the views, plus have all the amenities of a world-class hotel.
Pristine white-tiled bathroom, with shower, sink, large mirror, and two towels
Ensuite: Lavish in your en-suite bathroom with a shower, indulgent ESPA toiletries, hair dryer, and complimentary bathrobes and slippers to rejuvenate and refresh.
Couple relaxing in their accommodation, the man testing out the soft bed, and the woman using the comfortable balcony-side chair
Amenities: Your private sanctuary offers you a spacious retreat with luscious linens, a flat-screen TV, mini-bar, complimentary Wi-Fi, a personal safe, and so much more.
Stateroom with large bed, seating area, flat-screen TV, and window
Staterooms: Our staterooms are spacious retreats providing ample room to accommodate two people, along with a picture window to welcome in the natural light.

Explore our innovative Emerald Star-Ships

Relax in unparalleled comfort on board our Emerald Star-Ships. Our suite-grade cabins come with an all-weather balcony system for the best views, and our indoor pool transforms into a cinema space^ on selected evenings.

^On Emerald Radiance, the indoor pool is replaced with an alfresco Serenity Pool.
French window in suite from emerald cruises star ship
Innovative Balcony: Boasting floor-to-ceiling windows and our innovative balcony system, at the touch of a button, the top half of the window will drop down to welcome the refreshing river breeze.
French windows on Emerald Star Ship
Modern Design: Influenced by the very finest of contemporary design trends, our suites feature an ingenious all-weather balcony system, allowing you to enjoy the spectacular river views and ever-changing scenery.
Star-Ship indoor pool and poolside seating, with Hungarian Parliament Building, Budapest, Hungary in the background
Indoor pool: By day, this a relaxing space to take a leisurely dip while you enjoy the revitalizing river breeze from the retractable roof.
^Not available on Emerald Radiance
Innovate cinema space with lounge seating and guests enjoying a sunny beach scene
Cinema: Enjoy our cleverly transformed evening cinema, complete with popcorn. The space also becomes the Riverside Lounge to enjoy the river views in the ambiance of calming music and soft lighting.
^Not available on Emerald Radiance

Fall for the charms of Europe

A continent brimming with culture, history, and natural beauty, the extraordinary sights of Europe are yours to unveil. Sail the iconic rivers of Central Europe, cruise the elegant rivers of France, or journey along the Douro River through Portugal.
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Durnstein Castle on top of a green hill in the Wachau Valley of Austria on the banks of the Danube River Durnstein Castle on top of a green hill in the Wachau Valley of Austria on the banks of the Danube River