Emerald Cruises — Star-Ships on Europe's Rivers
Star-Ships — the most innovative river cruise ships ever built
About Emerald Cruises
Emerald Cruises (formerly Emerald Waterways) has disrupted the river cruise market with its Star-Ships — a revolutionary design that transforms the indoor pool into a cinema at night, features a retractable glass roof over the pool deck, and offers an all-inclusive experience at a price point between mainstream and ultra-luxury lines. Emerald's ships carry 182 guests and are designed for active, curious travellers who want excellent value without sacrificing quality.
Why Choose Emerald Cruises?
Emerald is the best value in premium river cruising — the Star-Ships are genuinely innovative, the all-inclusive pricing is competitive, and the EmeraldACTIVE programme offers cycling, hiking, and kayaking at every port. The indoor pool/cinema combination is unique in river cruising.
Highlights
- Star-Ships — indoor pool that transforms into a cinema at night
- Retractable glass roof over the pool deck
- EmeraldACTIVE programme — cycling, hiking, and kayaking at every port
- All-inclusive value pricing — excursions, drinks, and gratuities included
- 182 guests — intimate and personal
- Emerald Azzurra — Emerald's new luxury yacht for ocean cruising
Featured Ships
Explore the ships that make Emerald Cruisesone of the world's great cruise lines.
Emerald Sky
Star-Ship innovation — indoor pool, cinema, and all-inclusive value
Featured Itineraries
Evergreen itineraries — the routes that define Emerald Cruises.
8-Night Rhine Experience
Amsterdam to Basel — the best of the Rhine at outstanding value
Wendy's Insider Tips for Emerald Cruises
Emerald's Star-Ships are the best value in premium river cruising — the all-inclusive pricing is genuinely competitive.
The indoor pool/cinema combination is unique — watch a film while floating on the river.
Emerald's EmeraldACTIVE programme is excellent — the kayaking excursions are a highlight.
Emerald's Douro River itineraries in Portugal are outstanding value — the terraced vineyards and port wine are unforgettable.
Watch & Explore
See what makes Emerald Cruises special — from cabin tours to dining, entertainment, and destinations.
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