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Emerald Dawn
First launched
2015
First launched
Passengers
180
Passengers
Ports Visited
47
Ports visited
Cruises from $399 per day
$399
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of Emerald Dawn
3,544
Gross Tonnage

Emerald Dawn Cruises

Emerald Dawn is one of six (soon to be seven) sister ships that cruise through Central Europe along the Danube, Rhine, Main, and Moselle Rivers. As your home away from home, this boutique floating hotel will provide you with luxurious surroundings and a wealth of amenities, and the Sun Deck is the perfect spot to bask in the beauty of the passing scenery.

From the chilled and relaxed vibe of the Horizon Bar & Lounge to the open-air surrounds of the Sun Deck, you’ll find plenty of spaces on board to enjoy. Enjoy the most delectable dishes famed throughout Europe in the opulent surrounds of the Reflections Restaurant.

Ship Specification

Maiden voyage: 2015
Number of decks: 4
Tonnage: 3544
Cabins: 91
Passengers: 180
Number of crew: 52
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Current Cruise Deals

  • Emerald River Cruises Earlybird Savings

    Emerald River Cruises Earlybird Savings

    Book a select European River sailing and receive:
    • Up to $3,500 per person savings on book and pay in full fares

    Plus your Emerald River Cruise will include:
    • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
    • Selection of wine, beer and soft drinks available with lunch and dinner
    • EmeraldPLUS & EmeraldACTIVE experiences and activities
    • All tipping and gratuities onboard and onshore, free Wi-Fi (subject to accessibility) and more!

    Terms & Conditions apply.

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  • CLIA Cruise Month with Emerald River Cruises

    CLIA Cruise Month with Emerald River Cruises

    Book a select Emerald River sailing during CLIA Cruise Month and receive:
    • Bonus savings of up to $250 per person

    PLUS: Enjoy the luxury of the European Rivers with an Emerald River Cruises included value:
    • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner on board with a selection of wine, beer and soft drinks available with lunch and dinner
    • Bottled water restocked daily
    • Guided excursions with knowledgeable local guides & bicycles available to explore local towns
    • EmeraldPLUS & EmeraldACTIVE experiences and activities
    • All tipping and gratuities onboard and onshore
    • Free Wi-Fi (subject to accessibility)

    Terms & Conditions apply.

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  • Emerald River Cruises Inclusions

    Emerald River Cruises Inclusions

    Enjoy the luxury of the European Rivers with an Emerald River Cruises:

    • Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner on board
    • Selection of wine, beer and soft drinks available with lunch and dinner
    • Bottled water restocked daily
    • Guided excursions with knowledgeable local guides
    • EmeraldPLUS & EmeraldACTIVE experiences and activities
    • Bicycles available to explore local towns
    • All tipping and gratuities onboard and onshore
    • Free Wi-Fi (subject to accessibility)

    Terms & Conditions apply.

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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

    • Dining on the Emerald Dawn

    Reflections Restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner and also hosts the Welcome Buffet and Captain's Farewell Dinner. The Terrace is located at the front of the ship and offers an outdoor deck and floor-to-ceiling windows, so you can admire the passing scenery while you enjoy your meals.

    A daily selection of complimentary wines, beers, and soft drinks is available to accompany your lunch and dinner.

  • Bars

    • Bar on the Emerald Dawn

    The Horizon Bar and Lounge is the perfect spot to relax, socalise or dance the night away with the lively evening entertainment.

  • Entertainment

    • Entertainment on the Emerald Dawn

    River cruising is all about the destination, and the EmeraldDISCOVERY program will take you beyond the standard tourist experience with a number of included shore excursions available. These are split out into EmeraldPLUS and EmeraldACTIVE. And for an additional cost, you can also choose to explore in greater depth with the extra DiscoverMORE excursions.

    EmeraldPLUS experiences will take you deep into the local culture.

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    During these excursions you can enjoy exclusive social events with the locals, tours of significant landmarks, as well as special onboard performances and workshops, and much more. EmeraldACTIVE is perfect for those who enjoy a faster pace; these excursions include guided hikes, bike rides, and canoeing experiences.

    DiscoverMORE has been designed to bring you closer to the heart of local life and unlock hidden gems and rare insights that take you beyond the ordinary travel encounters.

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  • Activities

    • Activities on the Emerald Dawn

    Head to the Sun Deck and play a round on the putting green, or take a dip in the indoor pool. And on select evenings, the pool will transform into a movie theater, complete with fresh popcorn!

    On select river cruises, you will also have access to bicycles while in port. These can be used for guided cycling tours but are also available for independent exploration. For those who prefer hiking to biking, you can also find a set of trekking poles in your stateroom.

  • Health & Fitness

    • Fitness on the Emerald Dawn

    You can stay active onboard with a variety of fitness classes as well as a well-equipped gym. Or choose to indulge in a number of blissful and restorative ESPA spa treatments.

  • Kids

    River-style cruising is not recommended for children under the age of 12. Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult in the same suite. No children's programmes or babysitting services are available onboard.

Destination & Ports

Visited Ports

Cabins

Escape to your private sanctuary of serenity. Emerald Dawn offers a range of stylish and spacious cabins to suit everyone from solo travellers to those who want a little more space. There are 5 different categories of suites available onboard with 8 different classifications based on location onboard the ship and size of the cabin. Emerald Single Staterooms can be found on Riviera Deck and are the perfect size for a solo traveller at 10.9 sqm.

Emerald Staterooms can be found on Riviera Deck and boast a spacious layout at 15 sqm and feature a picture window that provides plenty of natural light. Emerald Panorama Balcony Suites can be found on both the Vista Deck and Horizon Deck. These spacious suites are 16.7 sqm and are perfect for admiring the scenery with Emerald's innovative all-weather balcony system. The floor-to-ceiling window can drop down electronically, and the indoor decked area allows you to bring the outside in and enjoy the sights. Grand Balcony Suites are located on the Horizon Deck. These 19.5 sqm suites feature an open-air outdoor balcony and are located at the heart of the ship. Also located on Horizon Deck is the Owner's One-Bedroom Suite. These spacious suites are the largest on the ship at 29.3 sqm and feature a separate living room and bedroom, offering a greater amount of space. The walk-in wardrobe also provides ample storage room.)

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  • Emerald Stateroom

    Emerald Stateroom on the Emerald Dawn Emerald Stateroom on the Emerald Dawn

    Cabin Types

    E, D

    Size: 162 sq. ft. All Emerald Staterooms feature picture windows and the same high-quality facilities as all other cabins. Plus, they are bigger than other standard staterooms, providing excellent value for money. Features: Picture Window. Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer. Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily. Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds. Telephone. Safe for your valuables. Individual climate control. Flat-screen TV and infotainment system. Mini-fridge.

  • Panorama Suite

    Panorama Suite on the Emerald Dawn Panorama Suite on the Emerald Dawn

    Cabin Types

    C, B, A

    Size: 180 sq. ft. Cruise line put every effort into designing staterooms and suites, selecting the most elegant decor and furnishings to create a haven for you to relax in as you sail through the most picturesque landscapes. But with the Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite, they've gone one step further and created a completely new type of cabin that's unique to European river cruising. Features: Indoor balcony with the open-air system. Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer. Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily. Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds. Telephone. Safe for your valuables. Individual climate control. Flat-screen TV and infotainment system. Mini-fridge.

  • Grand Suite

    Grand Suite on the Emerald Dawn Grand Suite on the Emerald Dawn

    Cabin Types

    S

    Size: 210 sq. ft. Each of the Grand balcony Suites boasts a number of fantastic inclusions, such as an in-suite Nespresso machine - an added home comfort that means you can relax with a hot beverage at any time, day or night. They also offer a spacious outdoor balcony, allowing you to make the most of your cruise's beautiful landscapes and take in the fresh air. Features: Outdoor private balcony with open-air system. Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hairdryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes, and slippers. In-suite mini-bar available at own expense. Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily. Complimentary Nespresso machine. Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds. Pillow menu. Telephone. Safe for your valuables. Individual climate control. Flat-screen TV and infotainment system. Continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapeacute;s, and after-dinner sweet treats served in your suite. Two items of laundry a day.

  • Owner's Suite

    Owner's Suite on the Emerald Dawn Owner's Suite on the Emerald Dawn

    Cabin Types

    SA

    Size: 315 sq. ft Owner's One-bedroom Suites boast their very own bedroom which closes off from the rest of their cabin; a separate lounge area; and a fantastic outdoor balcony complete with an open-air system, allowing you to enjoy the views of your surroundings whatever the weather. Features: Outdoor private balcony with the open-air system. Separate bathroom and lounge area. Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hairdryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes, and slippers. Walk-in wardrobe. Complimentary in-suite mini-bar, restocked daily with wine, beer and soft drinks. Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily. Complimentary Nespresso machine. Use of an Ipad. Queen-size or twin beds. Pillow menu. Telephone. Safe for your valuables. Individual climate control. Flat-screen TV and infotainment system. Continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapeacute;s and after-dinner sweet treats served in your suite. Four items of laundry a day. Invite to dinner at Captain's Table.

Emerald Dawn Deck Plans

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Emerald Dawn Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
05 Oct 2025 Splendours of Europe Amsterdam $10565
19 Oct 2025 Danube Explorer Budapest Sold Out
26 Oct 2025 Danube Explorer Passau Sold Out
26 Nov 2025 Christmas Time on the Danube & Budapest Budapest $4415
26 Nov 2025 Budapest to Prague & Christmas Time on the Danube Budapest Sold Out
28 Nov 2025 Prague & Christmas Time on the Danube Budapest Sold Out
28 Nov 2025 Christmas time on the Danube Budapest $3835
30 Nov 2025 Prague & Christmas Time on the Danube Prague Sold Out
30 Nov 2025 Prague to Budapest & Christmas Time on the Danube Prague Sold Out
02 Dec 2025 Christmas Time on the Danube & Budapest Vienna Sold Out
02 Dec 2025 Christmas time on the Danube Vienna Sold Out
03 Dec 2025 Prague & Christmas Markets of Europe Prague $9195
03 Dec 2025 Prague to Paris & Christmas Markets of Europe Prague $10665
06 Dec 2025 Christmas Markets of Europe & Paris Budapest $9765
06 Dec 2025 Christmas Markets of Europe Budapest $8295
21 Feb 2026 Early Season Splendours of Europe Amsterdam $6250
07 Mar 2026 Early Season on the Danube Budapest $4095
14 Mar 2026 Early Season on the Danube Passau $4480
25 Mar 2026 Prague & Danube Explorer Prague $5095
28 Mar 2026 Danube Explorer Passau $4295
04 Apr 2026 Danube Delights Budapest $4580
04 Apr 2026 Danube Delights & Classic Prague Budapest $5400
08 Apr 2026 Classic Prague & Danube Delights Prague $6800
11 Apr 2026 Danube Delights Regensburg $5980
11 Apr 2026 Discover the Treasures of the Danube Regensburg $11005
16 Apr 2026 Budapest Escape & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Transylvania Budapest $8405
16 Apr 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Budapest Sold Out
18 Apr 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Budapest $6120
18 Apr 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Transylvania Budapest $7795
21 Apr 2026 Istanbul & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Budapest Escape Istanbul Sold Out
21 Apr 2026 Istanbul & Enchantment of Eastern Europe Istanbul $7435
22 Apr 2026 Eastern European Escapade & Splendours of Europe Prague Sold Out
24 Apr 2026 Bucharest to Amsterdam - Discover the Rhine, Main & Danube Bucharest Sold Out
24 Apr 2026 Grand European River Cruise Bucharest Sold Out
24 Apr 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Bucharest Sold Out
24 Apr 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Bucharest $5920
02 May 2026 Discover the rivers of Europe Budapest Sold Out
02 May 2026 Splendours of Europe & Paris Budapest Sold Out
02 May 2026 Splendours of Europe Budapest Sold Out
14 May 2026 Amsterdam & Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam $6400
16 May 2026 Discover the rivers of Europe Arles $24145
16 May 2026 Grand European River Cruise Arles Sold Out
16 May 2026 Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam $5095
16 May 2026 Discover the Rhine & Rhone Rivers Amsterdam Sold Out
23 May 2026 Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam Basel $6400
23 May 2026 Jewels of the Rhine Basel $5095
27 May 2026 Paris to Prague & Splendours of Europe Paris $11340
27 May 2026 Paris & Splendours of Europe Paris $10385
30 May 2026 Amsterdam to Bucharest - Discover the Rhine, Main & Danube Amsterdam Sold Out
30 May 2026 Splendours of Europe & Prague Amsterdam $9750
30 May 2026 Splendours of Europe Amsterdam $8795
11 Jun 2026 Budapest Escape & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Istanbul Budapest $8855
11 Jun 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Budapest $7140
13 Jun 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Budapest $6730
13 Jun 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Istanbul Budapest $8045
15 Jun 2026 Transylvania & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Budapest Escape Bucharest $8010
15 Jun 2026 Transylvania & Enchantment of Eastern Europe Bucharest $7400
17 Jun 2026 Eastern European Escapade & Splendours of Europe Prague $13570
19 Jun 2026 Bucharest to Amsterdam - Discover the Rhine, Main & Danube Bucharest $14775
19 Jun 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Bucharest $6335
19 Jun 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Bucharest $5725
27 Jun 2026 Splendours of Europe & Paris Budapest $10480
27 Jun 2026 Splendours of Europe Budapest $9050
08 Jul 2026 Jewels of the Rhine & Copenhagen Copenhagen $7950
11 Jul 2026 Jewels of the Rhine & Glacier Express Amsterdam $7025
11 Jul 2026 Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam $4480
15 Jul 2026 Zurich - Lucerne & Jewels of the Rhine Zurich Sold Out
15 Jul 2026 Zurich - Lucerne & Jewels of the Rhine & London Zurich Sold Out
18 Jul 2026 Jewels of the Rhine & London Basel $6680
18 Jul 2026 Jewels of the Rhine Basel $4480
23 Jul 2026 Amsterdam & Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam $5500
25 Jul 2026 Discover the rivers of Europe Arles $22895
25 Jul 2026 Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam $4195
25 Jul 2026 Discover the Rhine & Rhone Rivers Arles $9125
01 Aug 2026 Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam Basel $5500
01 Aug 2026 Jewels of the Rhine Basel $4195
05 Aug 2026 Belgium Delights & Splendours of Europe Brussels $9990
05 Aug 2026 Brussels to Prague & Splendours of Europe Brussels $10945
08 Aug 2026 Splendours of Europe & Prague Amsterdam $9605
08 Aug 2026 Splendours of Europe Amsterdam $8650
12 Aug 2026 Eastern European Escapade & Splendours of Europe Prague Sold Out
22 Aug 2026 Splendours of Europe & Paris Budapest Sold Out
22 Aug 2026 Splendours of Europe Budapest Sold Out
02 Sep 2026 Paris to Prague & Splendours of Europe Paris $11340
02 Sep 2026 Paris & Splendours of Europe Paris $10385
05 Sep 2026 Splendours of Europe & Prague Amsterdam $9750
05 Sep 2026 Splendours of Europe Amsterdam $8795
09 Sep 2026 Eastern European Escapade & Splendours of Europe Prague $12815
11 Sep 2026 Bucharest to Amsterdam - Discover the Rhine, Main & Danube Bucharest $15075
19 Sep 2026 Splendours of Europe & Paris Budapest $9795
19 Sep 2026 Splendours of Europe Budapest $8295
01 Oct 2026 Amsterdam & Jewels of the Rhine & Zurich-Lucerne Amsterdam $7370
01 Oct 2026 Amsterdam & Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam $5600
03 Oct 2026 Discover the rivers of Europe Arles $17905
03 Oct 2026 Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam $4295
03 Oct 2026 Discover the Rhine & Rhone Rivers Arles $10290
03 Oct 2026 Jewels of the Rhine & Lucerne - Zurich Amsterdam $6065
10 Oct 2026 Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam Basel $5885
10 Oct 2026 Jewels of the Rhine Basel $4580
14 Oct 2026 Belgium Delights & Splendours of Europe Brussels $8790

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