Emerald Waterways River Cruises
Cruises with Emerald Waterways
Emerald Waterways is an Australian-owned river cruise company whose modern, elegant and airy ships reflect its stylish, youthful ethos. With all cruises being all-inclusive, and an emphasis on good value for money, as well as friendly, professional service, Emerald will take you on a stress-free voyage down the rivers of historic Europe and beyond.
Emerald Waterways Cruise Deals
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25 October 2021
Danube Delights
£1,795pp -
23 October 2021
Sensations of Lyon & Provence from Arles
£1,845pp -
21 October 2021
Splendours of Europe
£3,345pp -
11 June 2021
Enchantment of Eastern Europe from Bucharest
£2,295pp -
17 July 2021
Splendours of Europe
£3,595pp -
08 August 2021
Splendours of Europe
£3,595pp -
13 October 2021
Splendours of Europe
£3,395pp -
17 July 2021
Secrets of the Douro
£2,495pp -
09 October 2021
Secrets of the Douro
£2,095pp
Emerald Waterways: Life on-board
- Total cruises 135
- Fleet: 8 Ships
- Destinations: 2

Shore Excursions

Dining

Entertainment

Recreation

Shore Excursions
Emerald’s guests will have plenty of time to relax and unwind onboard after another exciting day exploring offshore on a guided excursion. Emerald Star-Ships have dedicated Wellness and Fitness Areas to cater to all your pampering needs where you can relax with a massage, visit the hairdresser or work out in the fitness room. However, the star of the show is the fantastic swimming pool with a retractable roof, the perfect place to kick off the morning or cool off after a busy day. What's more, the Sun Deck has a walking and jogging track, and there’s also a mini putting green.
For something a little more educational, many itineraries also include an onboard EU lecture, and every evening the cruise director gives a talk about the next day’s port of call. You can also find this information in the nightly newsletter or listen to a commentary about historic areas you are passing through via headphones.

Dining
Dining onboard is a memorable affair, with all Emerald cruises starting with a welcome dinner where you can mingle with your fellow passengers, and end with a farewell dinner where you can swap contact details with new friends.
The main restaurant onboard the Star-Ships is Reflections, where you can enjoy breakfast and lunch, followed by a delicious four course dinner in a relaxed, casual environment with no need to book a table. When the weather’s nice, The Terrace, at the bow of the ships, is a lovely place to enjoy a casual meal or cup of coffee and a snack.
Dining facilities vary on the A-ROSA Stella and Mekong Navigator, but the relaxed, informal Emerald atmosphere remains similar.

Entertainment
Once evening arrives, Emerald passengers enjoy their pre or post dinner drink while they take in the passing views and listen to some live piano music in the stylish Horizon Lounge. There are also occasional trivia nights, local entertainment and, on one evening per cruise, a staff talent show is followed by a disco.
For something more relaxed, there’s also the chance to unwind with a drink and some popcorn as you watch a classic or recent Hollywood release in the cinema that’s cleverly transformed from the daytime pool area when night falls.

Recreation
Emerald’s guests will have plenty of time to relax and unwind onboard after another exciting day exploring offshore on a guided excursion. Emerald Star-Ships have dedicated Wellness and Fitness Areas to cater to all your pampering needs where you can relax with a massage, visit the hairdresser or work out in the fitness room. However, the star of the show is the fantastic swimming pool with a retractable roof, the perfect place to kick off the morning or cool off after a busy day. What's more, the Sun Deck has a walking and jogging track, and there’s also a mini putting green.
For something a little more educational, many itineraries also include an onboard EU lecture, and every evening the cruise director gives a talk about the next day’s port of call. You can also find this information in the nightly newsletter or listen to a commentary about historic areas you are passing through via headphones.
Emerald Waterways Ships
Boasting a fleet of modern ships, guests onboard an Emerald Waterways river cruise can enjoy innovative features throughout their voyage, including swimming pools, a retractable roof and even a cinema.
Emerald Waterways ship classes explained
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Emerald Liberte
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Emerald Dawn
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Emerald Sun
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Emerald Radiance
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Emerald Destiny
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MS Hamees
Emerald Waterways Destinations
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Emerald Waterways Covid-19 safety measures
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Before Cruising
Prior to cruising, all guests must have completed a health evaluation survey, and before departure will be briefed on health and safety protocols.
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Onboard
Once onboard, measures included more frequent cleaning of suites and public spaces, as well as hand sanitiser dispensers in public areas, suites and corridors.
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Ashore
Strict hygiene standards continue on shore excursions, with hand sanitiser provided on transport and activities complying to destination specific guidelines.