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Emerald Sun

About Emerald River Cruises

Emerald Cruises, part of the Scenic Group of cruise brands, launched in 2014. The line offers value-for-money river cruises while managing to include a lot in the fare. On board Emerald Cruise’s 9 river ships you’ll find a more active vibe compared to other river ships.

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Emerald Sun

7 Night
Serenity On The Rhine

187 Reviews
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Emerald Dawn

10 Night
Classic Prague & Danube Delights

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Emerald Luna

7 Night
Danube Delights

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Emerald Radiance

10 Night
Secrets Of The Douro & Lisbon

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Emerald Waterways

7 Night
Serenity On The Danube

212 Reviews
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Holland & Belgium In Bloom

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Prague & Christmas Markets Of Europe

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Splendours Of Europe & Paris

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Splendours Of Europe & Paris

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Christmas Markets On The Danube

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Danube Delights

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Splendours Of Europe & Prague

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Serenity On The Rhine

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Danube Delights

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Emerald River Cruises Tips, Activities, and Overview

Who goes on Emerald River Cruises cruise ships?

Emerald Cruises serves the typical European river cruise passenger -- generally well-traveled cruise veterans in the 55-plus bracket. However, the line's contemporary, boutique-style ships also attract first-time river cruisers, including passengers in their 40s, who enjoy the active shore excursions on offer. Around half of the passengers come from the U.K., with the rest coming from Australia, New Zealand, the U.S and Canada.

Do I have to dress up on a Emerald River Cruises cruise?

Not really. Ships have a relaxed, easygoing vibe. There is no special dress code and there are no formal nights. For dinner, smart-casual attire is recommended. Jeans can be worn in the restaurant in the evening, but shorts and flip-flops are not appropriate.

Many passengers dress up for the captain's welcome dinner and/or farewell dinner, but mostly opting for smarter casual rather than full-on cocktail dresses and suits.

Is everything free on Emerald River Cruises cruises?

Mostly. Cruise fares include most shore excursions, all meals, wine with lunch and dinner, Wi-Fi and gratuities. Extra costs are bar drinks, optional shore excursions, beauty treatments and massages, and retail shop purchases.

What are Emerald River Cruises’s most popular activities?

Shore excursions are the most popular activities for Emerald's passengers, with the EmeraldPLUS (tours that focus on local customs) and EmeraldACTIVE options particular favorites. Onboard, cruisers love hanging out in the dual-purpose area at the back of the ship that transforms from an indoor, heated pool with retractable roof during the day to a cinema at night.

Why go with Emerald River Cruises?

  • High level of inclusions including gratuities
  • Heated pool/cinema is a standout feature
  • Modern fleet

Best for: Fun-loving, active and value-driven cruisers

Not for: Early-to-bed, traditional or luxury cruisers

Emerald River Cruises Cruiser Reviews

Twinkling Christmas Markets

Thus unable to book tickets for things you may want to see -Traditional folklore dinner was not traditional food, nor was it a full meal -The Christmas market Tour took us to a market which was closed?On the evening the concert was provided on board, we had to leave without dessert, or we would have been unable to get seats.Read More
Englishsunseeker

First Time Cruiser

Age 45s

Christmas Markets 2024

We were on a Christmas market cruise starting Dec 15.Cruise Director, Armin was always very helpful.Read More
Selma-loo

2-5 Cruises

Age 71s

A decent tour with several unannounced changes

In Koblenz the included excursion was supposed to include a visit to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress via cable car but the walking tour of Koblenz ended at the ship, no tour of the fortress.As I explained to the Tour Director, people choose cruises and cruise lines based on the itinerary.Read More
D.M. Boisvert

10+ Cruises

Age 61s

Christmas Market Cruise--Nice, Not Excellent

Had we known before booking that we would have limited time in the better market towns (Cologne, Rudesheim Ravenna Gorge, and even Strasbourg--where we had to leave just as the lights were coming on) we would have probably booked another cruise.Room: was great, except that the pillows were paper thin and even though we requested additional as soon as we got on the boat and met our cabin attendant, we were told there were no additional pillows available on the entire ship.Read More
fun1wpb

2-5 Cruises

Age 63s

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