Emerald Cruises river cruising

Marrying the highlights of an ocean cruise with the intimacy of Europe’s most celebrated rivers, sail on board an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship and enjoy the benefits of small ship river cruising, where spacious surrounds, state-of-the-art innovation and a contemporary cruising experience combine for a truly unforgettable adventure.

We’ve designed eight intimate European Star-Ships with between just 112 and 180 guests on board, all of which dock in the heart of the wonderful destinations we visit, allowing us to balance your time spent on board and onshore perfectly, giving you more time to explore every location on your handcrafted itinerary. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Germany, the Netherlands and Portugal and taste local delicacies as you peruse France's gastronomic feats. Enjoy a very special Provençal dinner on board our Star-Ship sailing in France, curated and hosted by our guest chef, Fabien Morreale, and find your centre during a morning yoga class with our activity manager, as you enjoy the many opportunities of your floating boutique hotel.

We’ve selected a team of local experts who will proudly show you the best Europe has to offer during included excursions and activities, each being conducted in small groups.