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Emerald Star
First launched
2014
First launched
Passengers
180
Passengers
Ports Visited
39
Ports visited
Cruises from $336 per day
$336
From Price per day
Total Gross Tonnage of Emerald Star
3,544
Gross Tonnage

Emerald Star Cruises

Emerald Star 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: 2014
Number of decks: 4
Tonnage: 3544
Cabins: 91
Passengers: 180
Number of crew: 52
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Onboard Experience

  • Dining

    • Dining on the Emerald Star

    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 Star

    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 Star

    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 Star
    • Activities on the Emerald Star

    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 Star

    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 Star 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 Star Emerald Stateroom on the Emerald Star

    Cabin Types

    E, D

    Size: between 153ft2 (14.3m2) and 170ft2 (15.8m2). Features: Picture window, Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily, Telephone, Safe for your valuables, Individual climate control, Flat-screen TV and infotainment system, Mini-bar.

  • Panorama Suite

    Panorama Suite on the Emerald Star Panorama Suite on the Emerald Star

    Cabin Types

    C, B, A

    Size: between 160ft2 (14.9m2) and 180ft2 (16.7m2). 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-bar.

  • Grand Suite

    Grand Suite on the Emerald Star Grand Suite on the Emerald Star

    Cabin Types

    S

    Size: between 207ft2 (19.3m2) and 210ft2 (19.5m2). 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 Nespressotrade; 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 Star Owner's Suite on the Emerald Star

    Cabin Types

    SA

    Size: Between 285ft2 (26.5m2) and 315ft2 (29.3m2). Features: Outdoor private balcony with open-air system, Separate bedroom 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 Nespressotrade; machine, Use of an iPad, 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, Four items of laundry a day, Invite to dinner at the Captainrsquo;s Table.

Emerald Star Deck Plans

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Emerald Star Cruise Calendar

Date Title Departs Prices From
30 Aug 2025 Amsterdam to Bucharest - Discover the Rhine, Main & Danube Amsterdam Sold Out
30 Aug 2025 Danube Explorer & Prague Budapest $7050
30 Aug 2025 Danube Explorer Budapest $6165
03 Sep 2025 Prague & Danube Explorer Prague Sold Out
06 Sep 2025 Danube Explorer Passau Sold Out
11 Sep 2025 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Budapest Sold Out
13 Sep 2025 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Budapest Sold Out
13 Sep 2025 Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Transylvania Budapest Sold Out
15 Sep 2025 Transylvania & Enchantment of Eastern Europe Bucharest $7775
17 Sep 2025 Eastern European Escapade & Splendours of Europe Prague Sold Out
19 Sep 2025 Bucharest to Amsterdam - Discover the Rhine, Main & Danube Bucharest Sold Out
19 Sep 2025 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Bucharest Sold Out
19 Sep 2025 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Bucharest $6215
27 Sep 2025 Splendours of Europe Budapest Sold Out
11 Oct 2025 Splendours of Europe Amsterdam Sold Out
15 Oct 2025 Eastern European Escapade & Splendours of Europe Prague $11875
25 Oct 2025 Splendours of Europe Budapest $8415
08 Nov 2025 Splendours of Europe Amsterdam Sold Out
24 Nov 2025 Christmas Markets on the Danube & Classic Prague Budapest Sold Out
24 Nov 2025 Christmas Markets on the Danube Budapest Sold Out
28 Nov 2025 Classic Prague & Christmas Markets on the Danube Prague $6655
01 Dec 2025 Christmas Markets on the Danube Regensburg $5755
08 Dec 2025 Christmas Markets on the Danube Budapest Sold Out
12 Dec 2025 Classic Prague & Christmas Markets on the Danube Prague $7165
15 Dec 2025 Christmas Markets on the Danube Regensburg $6265
11 Mar 2026 Early Season on the Danube Budapest $4195
18 Mar 2026 Early Season on the Danube Passau $4295
25 Mar 2026 Danube Delights Budapest $4145
25 Mar 2026 Danube Delights & Classic Prague Budapest $4965
29 Mar 2026 Classic Prague & Danube Delights Prague $5000
01 Apr 2026 Danube Delights Regensburg $4295
08 Apr 2026 Splendours of Europe & Belgium Delights Budapest $10800
08 Apr 2026 Splendours of Europe Budapest $9460
19 Apr 2026 Paris to Prague & Splendours of Europe Paris Sold Out
19 Apr 2026 Paris & Splendours of Europe Paris Sold Out
22 Apr 2026 Splendours of Europe & Prague Amsterdam Sold Out
22 Apr 2026 Splendours of Europe Amsterdam Sold Out
06 May 2026 Danube Explorer Budapest $4695
10 May 2026 Discovery of the Danube with Prague Prague Sold Out
10 May 2026 Prague & Danube Explorer Prague $5590
13 May 2026 Discovery of the Danube Passau Sold Out
13 May 2026 Danube Explorer Passau $4695
18 May 2026 Budapest Escape & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Istanbul Budapest $7565
18 May 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Budapest $6050
20 May 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Budapest $5440
20 May 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Istanbul Budapest $6955
22 May 2026 Transylvania & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Budapest Escape Bucharest Sold Out
22 May 2026 Transylvania & Enchantment of Eastern Europe Bucharest $7400
26 May 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Bucharest Sold Out
26 May 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Bucharest $5725
26 May 2026 Discover the Treasures of the Danube Bucharest $9705
03 Jun 2026 Danube Delights Budapest $4895
03 Jun 2026 Danube Delights & Classic Prague Budapest $5795
07 Jun 2026 Classic Prague & Danube Delights Prague $5795
10 Jun 2026 Danube Delights Regensburg $4895
17 Jun 2026 Danube Delights with Nuremberg & Munich Budapest $5895
17 Jun 2026 Danube Delights Budapest $4895
21 Jun 2026 Classic Prague & Danube Delights Prague $5795
24 Jun 2026 Danube Delights Regensburg $4895
01 Jul 2026 Danube Explorer & Budapest with Prague Budapest $5590
01 Jul 2026 Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest Budapest $4695
07 Jul 2026 Danube Explorer & Budapest with Prague Prague $5590
10 Jul 2026 Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest Passau $4695
19 Jul 2026 Danube Delights Budapest $3945
19 Jul 2026 Danube Delights & Classic Prague Budapest $4765
23 Jul 2026 Classic Prague & Danube Delights Prague $4765
26 Jul 2026 Danube Delights Regensburg $3945
02 Aug 2026 Danube Explorer & Budapest with Prague Budapest $5590
02 Aug 2026 Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest Budapest $4695
08 Aug 2026 Danube Explorer & Budapest with Prague Prague $5590
11 Aug 2026 Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest Passau $4695
20 Aug 2026 Danube Explorer & Budapest with Prague Budapest $5590
20 Aug 2026 Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest Budapest $4695
22 Aug 2026 Amsterdam to Bucharest - Discover the Rhine, Main & Danube Amsterdam $13275
26 Aug 2026 Discovery of the Danube with Prague Prague Sold Out
26 Aug 2026 Prague & Danube Explorer Prague $5090
29 Aug 2026 Discovery of the Danube Passau Sold Out
29 Aug 2026 Danube Explorer Passau $4195
03 Sep 2026 Budapest Escape & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Transylvania Budapest $7725
03 Sep 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Budapest $6050
05 Sep 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Budapest $5440
05 Sep 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Transylvania Budapest $7115
08 Sep 2026 Istanbul & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Budapest Escape Istanbul $7565
08 Sep 2026 Istanbul & Enchantment of Eastern Europe Istanbul $6955
11 Sep 2026 Bucharest to Amsterdam - Discover the Rhine, Main & Danube Bucharest $13735
11 Sep 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Bucharest $6050
11 Sep 2026 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Bucharest $5440
11 Sep 2026 Discover the Treasures of the Danube Bucharest $9705
19 Sep 2026 Danube Delights & Oktoberfest Budapest $6725
19 Sep 2026 Danube Delights Budapest $5180
23 Sep 2026 Eastern European Escapade & Splendours of Europe Prague $14490
26 Sep 2026 Danube Delights Regensburg $4895
03 Oct 2026 Splendours of Europe & Paris Budapest $11470
03 Oct 2026 Splendours of Europe Budapest $9970
14 Oct 2026 Jewels of the Rhine & Copenhagen Copenhagen $7145
14 Oct 2026 Copenhagen to Zurich & Jewels of the Rhine Copenhagen $8915
17 Oct 2026 Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam $4195
17 Oct 2026 Jewels of the Rhine & Lucerne - Zurich Amsterdam $5965
21 Oct 2026 Zurich-Lucerne with Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam Zurich $7170
21 Oct 2026 Zurich - Lucerne & Jewels of the Rhine Zurich $5865

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