Emerald Cruises

As soon as you step on board it is immediately clear why Emerald Cruises have an award-winning reputation as small ship experts. With their spacious suites and staterooms, Emerald Cruises’ Star-Ships and luxury superyachts are chic, modern sanctuaries that boast a wealth of amenities to equal any world-class hotel, whether sailing the rivers of Europe and Southeast Asia, or cruising the Mediterranean & Adriatic Sea, the Caribbean, the Seychelles & Indian Ocean, and the Red Sea & Middle East.

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Emerald Cruises river cruises combine the intimacy of Europe’s most celebrated rivers with state-of-the-art living. Their cutting-edge fleet of ‘Star-Ships’ embody a collection of innovative features and stylish finishes that set them apart from others sailing Europe’s waterways.

Emerald Cruises bring their award-winning reputation to sail the world’s most stunning coastlines with their two luxury yachts, Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara. The fleet will be further enhanced with the introduction of Emerald Kaia, launching in 2026, promising a new era of luxury yacht cruising.

Why Travel with Emerald Cruises?

Emerald Cruises always offer a wealth of generous inclusions.

From a delectable selection of dining options to horizon-expanding excursions and a first-class service, whether you’re sailing on board a stylish Star-Ship or luxury superyacht, all you have to think about is enjoying your holiday.

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Destinations & Tours

Key Destinations

River: Rhine, Main, Danube, Moselle, Rhône, Saône, Douro, Mekong.

Yacht: Mediterranean & Adriatic Sea, the Caribbean, the Seychelles & Indian Ocean, the Red Sea & Middle East.

Solo Travellers

Take advantage of no single supplements on selected Emerald River Cruises. Most Star-Ships have single staterooms, perfect for the solo explorer.

Luxury Yacht Cruises

See the world from a new perspective as you sail the Mediterranean & Adriatic Sea, the Caribbean, the Seychelles & Indian Ocean and the Red Sea & Indian Ocean on board an Emerald Cruises luxury yacht. Be one of up to 128 guests on board, and experience small ship cruising at it’s finest.

River Cruising

Emerald Cruises collection of insightful river cruises range from 5 to 23 days and take on some of Europe’s most alluring waterways, as well as Southeast Asia’s mighty Mekong river.

Fine Dining

Enjoy fine à la carte dining and sumptuous breakfast and lunch buffets in the serene setting of the Star-Ships’ Reflections Restaurant or luxury yachts’ La Cucina Dining, where locally sourced ingredients and dishes inspired by the ports of call you are visiting are paired with complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks.

EmeraldPLUS & EmeraldACTIVE

Where excursions and or activities are build in to your voyage. Designed for guests seeking a more active and immersive holiday.

Special Offers

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Save up to 35% in the 10th Anniversary Sale

As Emerald Cruises approaches the 10th anniversary of its first sailing, now is the perfect time to join the small cruise ship experts on board one of their award-winning luxury cruises.

Luxury River Cruises
Save up to 35% on your dream 2024 river cruise through Europe, or plan your river cruise adventure for 2025 and save up to 20%. Sail the Rhine, Main, Danube, or Rhône river, and experience the Emerald Cruises difference.

Luxury Yacht Cruises
Save up to 30% across the 2024 – 2027 luxury yacht cruise collection and sail the world’s most stunning coastlines.

For more information or to book, call Silver Travel Advisor on 0800 412 5678.

We regularly receive special offers and discounts from our travel partners.
For the latest offers and a bespoke quotation speak to our Silver Travel Advisors on 0800 412 5678.

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Speak to a Silver Travel Advisor for advice on where to go, what to do and how to choose your perfect holiday.

Alternatively you can contact our travel partner directly.

0808 159 4193

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