2024 Europe & 2023-2024 Southeast Asia River Cruises Now on Sale

2024 Europe & 2023-2024 Southeast Asia River Cruises Now on Sale
Extraordinary experiences are those that remain in the memory long after, informing worldviews and altering philosophies. Emerald Cruises have tailored an inimitable cruising experience, allowing you to truly explore the extraordinary.
On board our award-winning Star-Ships, sanctuary awaits. Innovative, design-led spaces cater to mind, body, and soul for a restful, reinvigorating voyage. As small ship experts, we champion the intimate, spacious, and elegant lifestyle that takes you to the heart of each destination we visit. With a staff-to-guest ratio that strikes the perfect balance, and on board expertise providing an exceptional level of service, small ship cruising promises a unique and memorable voyage.
Onshore, explore your surroundings to the fullest, traversing beautiful landscapes, discovering fabled locations, and uncovering hidden gems. Our EmeraldDISCOVERY program creates immersive experiences, allowing you to uncover the places you desire at a pace that suits you. Through included excursions, social events, tours, on board performances and workshops, you can connect with your surroundings, unlocking once-in-alifetime adventures.
The freedom to exploreIn Europe, the landscapes surrounding the iconic rivers are a wonderful mix of enchanting countryside, charming villages, and fabled cities.
In Southeast Asia, over three millennia of proud history introduces you to Vietnam and Cambodia via the awe-inspiring Mekong River.
To traverse the mighty Danube River, the longest in Western Europe, is to journey through the very heart of the continent. So vital is the Danube, four capital cities call it home—Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest and Belgrade. As you sail, each destination showcases Europe’s great variety of heritages, cultures, and traditions. Beyond the inspiring capital cities, the Danube promises dramatic natural beauty.
The Rhine River crosses a fairy tale-like landscape of age-old castles, medieval towns, and historic cities. Rising from the Alps of central Switzerland and draining into the North Sea in the Netherlands, sail the Rhine to uncover the centuriesspanning story of this vital European waterway. Some of the continent’s most historic and beautiful destinations call the riverbanks home, including the stately Strasbourg, and the romantic, Rüdesheim.
Carving its way through rugged glacial mountains, the Rhône River flows from the alpine landscapes of Switzerland and France before draining into the warmer climes of the Mediterranean Sea. Along the river’s path, parcels of green land stand separated by stonewalls opening up into illustrious vineyards, vibrant orchards, and prosperous towns. Here, you’ll find longstanding Gallic heritage evidenced across the sweeping landscapes.
Along the meandering Mekong River’s epic course, ancient spirituality, bustling cityscapes, and tranquil rural countryside await you on your voyage. The majestic Mekong River is a place of extraordinary vibrancy, a treasure trove of natural spectacles, ritualistic cultures, and warm locals. Sailing through the near-mythical geographies of Vietnam and Cambodia is an otherworldly experience as you uncover the natural beauty of one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth.
Combine two, or even three itineraries, specifically designed to complement each other perfectly, as part of our collection of Epic Voyages. Look out for our Epic Voyages logo and visit emeraldcruises.ca/epic-voyages to find out more.
Book by May 31, 2023. Call 833 268 4862 or contact your travel advisor. Ask for code: CRUISE250.
Boasting some of the most stylish suites and staterooms available on Europe’s rivers, our Star-Ships are of the standard you would expect from a world-class hotel.
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.
Admire the passing views and enjoy a light breakfast or lunch on the terrace which flows from indoors to outdoors, separated by floorto-ceiling glass windows.
For more information about our Star-Ships visit emeraldcruises.ca
Gather in this contemporary meeting place to enjoy a glass of wine, a beer, or a hot drink as you unwind in this plush open seating area.
Cutting a stylish figure along some of the world’s most iconic rivers, our European Star-Ships boast carefully crafted interiors and innovative design solutions. Sporting all the amenities of a world-class hotel, our Star-Ships are a haven of comfort and relaxation.
For more information about our European Star-Ships, visit emeraldcruises.ca/starships
Asia’s most stylish river ship will exceed all your river cruising expectations as we introduce you to the majesty of the Mekong. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed into our striking atrium, where light-reflecting glass and dark wood accentuate specially selected pieces of authentic Asian artwork, inviting outside influences on board.
For more information about Emerald Harmony, visit emeraldcruises.ca/harmony
Take a leisurely swim with incredible views thanks to the retractable roof and floor-toceiling windows. On selected evenings, this space transforms into a cinema.^
On Emerald Radiance sailing Portugal’s Douro River, you’ll find a heated, spa-style Serenity Pool located on the Sun Deck, which replaces the indoor pool.
Marvel at the beautiful views of the river while experiencing our dining menu designed to celebrate seasonal and regional flavours.
Take care of mind, body, and soul as you enjoy a range of spa treatments# or maintain your fitness in our well-equipped centre.
^Emerald Radiance & Emerald Harmony do not have bicycles or an indoor pool, they feature pools on the Sun Deck/Pool Deck. #spa treatments are an additional cost.
Book by May 31, 2023. Call 833 268 4862 or contact your travel advisor. Ask for code: CRUISE250.
We take care of all the important things during your cruise, giving you the ultimate peace of mind. With airport transfers, gratuities and delicious meals including complimentary drinks with lunch and dinner, all taken care of.
■ Airport transfers
■ Stylish accommodation on board our Star-Ships
■ Innovative indoor pool with retractable roof which transforms into an evening cinema†
■ All on board meals
■ Wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
■ Complimentary water restocked daily
■ An excursion almost every day
■ Visits to UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites
■ ESPA luxury toiletries on board
■ EmeraldPLUS and EmeraldACTIVE* experiences and activities
■ First-class service from an English-speaking crew
■ Knowledgeable local guides
■ Complimentary Wi-Fi
■ Bicycles on board†
■ Earn EmeraldEXPLORER loyalty points
■ All gratuities on board and onshore
*Not available on Southeast Asia itineraries
†Emerald Radiance & Emerald Harmony do not have bicycles or an indoor pool, they feature pools on the Sun Deck/Pool Deck
Book by May 31, 2023. Call 833 268 4862 or contact your travel advisor. Ask for code: CRUISE250.
EXCLUSIVE SAVINGS JUST FOR YOU SAVE an extra $250 per couple*
Ask for offer code: CRUISE250
Hurry, offer ends May 31
Your exclusive savings of $250 per couple using code CRUISE250 when you book is combinable with our Super Earlybird Promotion (or Earlybird Promotion) when you book by May 31, 2023.
Visit emeraldcruises.ca to download our latest brochure.
Your price includes: RETURN INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE ON 8-15+ DAY CRUISES*
SAVINGS OF UP TO $1,400 PER PERSON*
(SELECT SAILINGS)
Prefer to cruise in 2023?
2023 cruises are available including Fall 2023 departures and Christmas cruises. Enjoy free or reduced airfare with our Super Earlybird offer. Contact us or visit emeraldcruises.ca for more information.
Full payment required 12 months prior to departure.
Heidelberg, Germany2023–2024
Asia River Cruises (August 2023 – May 2024 Departures)
Your exclusive savings of $250 per couple using code CRUISE250 when you book is combinable with our Super Earlybird Promotion (or Earlybird Promotion) when you book by May 31, 2023.
Visit emeraldcruises.ca to download our latest brochure.
Budapest, Hungary
Departing
April – October 2024
An iconic glass-top canal boat cruise in Amsterdam marks the beginning of this wonderful itinerary through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary.
Promising natural beauty, medieval towns and hikes to hilltop fortresses, four capital cities offer a unique insight into the region’s past, present and future.
Departing
April – October 2024
With at least one active tour at each port of call, this fast-paced itinerary is the perfect choice for those looking for more active excursions.
Guided walks along the cobblestone streets of Germany and city tours of Vienna and Budapest exemplify how the past can shape the future. Celebrate the ancient as it co-exists with the modern, and gain a personal understanding of why the iconic Danube has inspired so many.
Emerald Stateroom from $6,445 per person
Panorama Balcony Suite from $8,145 per person
Emerald Stateroom from $5,040 per person
Panorama Balcony Suite from $5,880 per person
Book by May 31st. Call our Reservations Centre at 833 268 4862 or contact your travel advisor.
Amsterdam to Basel
Departing
May – October 2024
Explore modern and quintessential Holland on a glass-top canal boat cruise before sailing through the countryside and witnessing traditional windmills.
Enjoy a guided walking tour of magnificent Cologne and the juxtaposition of ancient Koblenz, continuing upstream to Heidelberg. Soak up Strasbourg’s beautiful architecture and, in Freiburg, sample regional delights with local tastings.
Lyon to Arles
Departing
March – October 2024
It is no surprise that the south of France is recognized as the birthplace of photography.
Its unrivalled beauty comprises the finest examples of French 15th-century architecture, with Roman ruins and sun-soaked vineyards nestled at the foot of colossal mountain ranges. Journey to the country’s gastronomic beating heart, Lyon, before enjoying an authentic Provençal dinner on board, hosted by renowned French chef, Fabien Morreale.
from $5,340 per person
$5,690 per person
Passau to Budapest
Departing
March – October 2024
The iconic Danube River guides you on a gentle journey. With time spent in historic port towns, guests can look forward to an up-close look at local cultures and traditions.
Super
Earlybird Return Airfare Included
Lisbon to Porto
Departing
March – November 2024
Sail the picture-perfect Wachau Valley to enchanting Dürnstein and visit the castle where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. Drive around Vienna’s famous Ringstrasse with views of marvellous architecture, and enjoy time exploring the city before sailing to Bratislava and inspiring Budapest.
Start your journey in the Portuguese capital of Lisbon before meeting your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship in Porto. You’ll sail the Douro Valley towards Pinhão, surrounded by terraced vineyards. Visit the Quinta do Tedo wine estate, cross the border into Spain and explore beautiful Salamanca, with its UNESCO World Heritage-listed old quarter. Enjoy a kayak experience in Pinhão before concluding back in picturesque Porto.
Emerald Stateroom from $4,740 per person
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Emerald Stateroom from $6,440 per person
Panorama Balcony Suite from $6,950 per person
Budapest to Bucharest
Departing
April – September 2024
Five countries, all unique in their own way, accompany the Danube on its journey towards Eastern Europe.
In Kalocsa, visit a Puszta Horse Show, enjoy lunch in the home of a local Croatian family in Osijek and, in Belgrade, enjoy a guided city tour, before a Serbian folklore show on board. Taste Bulgarian wine in Vidin, attend a choir concert in Arbanasi, and journey by road to Bucharest.
Basel, Switzerland
Mainz to Basel
Departing
June – July 2024
Your journey through Germany and France includes a visit to Rüdesheim to see Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum.
Ancient Koblenz’s diverse architecture will be sure to amaze, as will your exploration of the beautiful Baden-Baden in the Black Forest region. Cross the border into France with a coach journey in the Alsace region, visiting Strasbourg and Colmar before heading home via Basel.
Departing
April - October 2024
Visit five countries and five stunning UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites on this breathtaking itinerary through the heartland of central Europe. Immersive experiences and local delights define this once-in-a-lifetime trip as you experience the traditional entertainment, regional cuisine, and century-spanning history of this vast and dynamic region. Explore timeless architecture, historic landmarks, and thriving cultural forces.
Emerald Stateroom
from $5,740 per person
$6,845 per person
Amsterdam to Amsterdam
Departing
March & April 2024
A fascinating trip through time, this insightful itinerary acknowledges the history of working-Dutch communities, dating as far back as the 13th century, before a guided tour to the Hague and a visit to Mauritshuis. Discover what attracts art lovers to Antwerp’s intriguing medieval centre before technicolour Amsterdam and Keukenhof Gardens, which leaves a lasting impression on the senses.
Emerald Stateroom
from $5,290 per person
Combine your Exclusive Savings of $250 per couple with our Super Earlybird Promotion. Ask for code: CRUISE250.
Super Earlybird Return
Airfare Included
Departing
July - September 2024
Begin in the Netherlands with a tour of the quintessentially Dutch cities of Amsterdam and Utrecht before a visit to the traditional Kinderdijk windmills. You will then continue to Germany, traversing the wonderful countryside, stopping in Koblenz, where the Rhine and Moselle meet. After exploring the picture-perfect Moselle, travel south to the Alsatian capital of Strasbourg, followed by the serenity of Switzerland in Basel.
Amsterdam to Arles
Departing May - September 2024
Enjoy two of our most popular itineraries that link seamlessly across insightful days of cruising.
Super Earlybird Return Airfare Included
Emerald Stateroom from $6,695 per person
Beginning in Amsterdam, cruise along the Rhine river to Basel, then journey through Switzerland and into France to Lyon and join the Emerald Liberté Star-Ship for your cruise along the picturesque Rhône and into Arles.
Emerald Stateroom from $10,950 per person
Visit emeraldcruises.ca to download our 2024 Europe river cruises brochure.
Panorama Balcony Suite from $12,910 per person
Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap
Departing
August 2023 - May 2024
Following a two-night stay in Ho Chi Minh City, you’ll meet your Star-Ship, Emerald Harmony.
Tan Chau invites you inside a traditional Cao Dai temple to discover the unique Vietnamese religion. In Phnom Penh, discover the majestic Royal Palace. Your journey concludes in Siem Reap, where the dawn sunlight illuminates the architecture of the Angkor Wat temple complex.
Hanoi to Siem Reap
Departing
August 2023 - May 2024
Begin your adventure in Hanoi, where centuries-old architecture is a wonderful nod to the past. Cruise the emerald waters of Halong Bay in a traditional junk boat, learn of Ho Chi Minh City’s fascinating war history and embark on a once-in-a-lifetime river cruise along the Mekong. Enjoy a Tuk-Tuk tour in Phnom Penh and finish your adventure in the Cambodian city of Siem Reap, where you’ll witness Angkor Wat and attend a circus performance.
Emerald Stateroom
from $4,600 per person
Emerald Stateroom from $5,720 per person
Please note: Our No Single Supplement Offer is not combinable with any other offer including the CRUISE250 offer, Super Earlybird or Earlybird promotions.
Single travellers can also explore the extraordinary with 7-time Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks winner, Emerald Cruises. Discover historic cities including the famed rivers of the Rhine, Main and Danube. Solo travellers can enjoy a getaway full of adventure, activities, new insight, and so much included – all without paying double occupancy rates!
Book and deposit as a single traveller on select 2023 and 2024 Europe river cruises and pay no single supplement while supplies last. A reduced single supplement fee is also available on additional select 2023 Europe river cruises.
Terms and Conditions: Offers valid for new bookings (strictly no retroactivity) made with Emerald Cruises made between May 3-31, 2023. Must ask for offer code: CRUISE250. 2024 Europe River Cruises and 2023/2024/2025 Asia River Cruises Offer: Save $125 per person. A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is due at time of booking to receive savings. Promotional offers are strictly limited on selected cabin types on set departures, subject to availability and until sold out. These offers are not combinable with any other exclusive offers or promotions including Double Loyalty Voucher offer and Travel Showcase vouchers. Offers and discounts are non-transferable, non-refundable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Offers cannot be combined with any other offer and may be withdrawn at any time. Exclusive agency perks are applicable. River Group bookings are eligible and limited to one group of up to 10 pax per sailing. Contact our groups department for details. Restrictions apply to using Future Travel Credit with this offer. Call our contact centre for details. All prices advertised are in CAD dollars, based on double occupancy and include all advertised discount savings including any early payment discounts. All offers are inventory controlled, strictly capacity limited, may be extended, cancelled, or withdrawn at any time without notice, and subject to availability until sold out. We reserve the right not to honour any published prices that we determine were erroneous due to printing, electronic or clerical error. 2024 Europe River Cruises Offer Terms & Conditions: Super Earlybird Promotion: Full payment is due 12 months prior to departure. When booking within 12 months of departure, if the Super Earlybird is still available, full payment is due at time of booking. All bookings are subject to our full terms and conditions. Once sold out or if full payment is not received the standard fare will apply. Tax and ticket surcharges may apply. If Super Earlybird promotion offer includes international airfare flights are economy class and must be booked by Emerald Cruises, and on airline and routing of Emerald Cruises’ choice. Maximum value for flight tickets, including taxes is $1,850 per person. Air Credit in lieu of flights is available up to a maximum of $1,200pp (based on booked stateroom/suite.) Earlybird Promotion: Full payment is required 90 days prior to departure. Offers are combinable with EmeraldEXPLORER loyalty voucher and are available to new groups booked and deposited during promotional period (no retroactivity). 2023-2024
Southeast Asia Offer Terms & Conditions: Valid for new August 2023 - May 2024 departures. Savings Offer: August departures: save $500pp on 8-day cruise, $1,100pp on 13-day cruise, $1,500pp on 17-day cruise and $1,800pp on 21-day cruise. September through May departures: save $350pp on 8-day cruise, $800pp on 13-day cruise, $1,150pp on 17-day cruise and $1,350pp on 21-day cruise. Launch Bonus Offer: Receive a USD $150 pp On Board Credit (OBC), valid on all 13+ day August 2023 - May 2024 itineraries only. Super Earlybird Offer (SEB): Save an extra 10% with all new bookings made on Southeast Asia river cruises departing in 2023/2024 season. Offer valid on new bookings when paying in full 12 months prior to departure. SEB savings apply to the cruise cost and cabin upgrade only and excludes land portions of the itinerary, air fares, port charges, hotel stays and other additional items. If full payment is not received by the deadline, early payment savings will be removed from the booking without recourse. Under 13-day itineraries do not qualify for SEB. Offer is limited in availability and capacity controlled; first come first serve basis. Advertised Offers are not combinable with exclusive promotions, solo offers, Friends & Family rates, interline, distressed discount offers, double loyalty savings, Travel Showcase voucher or any other restricted/special/exclusive offers. All offers are inventory controlled, strictly capacity limited, may be extended, cancelled, or withdrawn at any time without notice, and subject to availability until sold out. For full booking terms and conditions, visit emeraldcruises.ca. For full booking terms and conditions, visit