FRANCE 2023 & 2024 River Cruising

Write your own French tale, like Proust, Zola, and Hugo before you, on a journey through medieval cities, sweeping vineyards, and picture-perfect vistas. With an Emerald Cruises river voyage, you’ll uncover the captivating story of this alluring nation.

A country of artistic zeal, cultural sophistication, and world-class gastronomy – today, the Fifth Republic retains many of the values of the Belle Époque. Step ashore for riverside philosophising in open-air cafés, peaceful saunters through the breathtaking homes of artistic masterworks, and a chance to sample classic delights of haute cuisine.

Cruising the romantic Rhône and Saône riverways aboard our purpose-built Star-Ship, Emerald Liberté, you’ll sail into the heart of stunning locales, uncovering immersing experiences and precious local insights. On board, your surroundings mirror the beauty of the French landscape, with stylish interiors profiting from incredible attention to detail and all the amenities of a world-class hotel.