Emerald waterways

Cruise Europe's magnificent rivers with Emerald Waterways. The company's well-designed itineraries take you to amazing cities, historic towns and iconic landmarks aboard a beautiful ship.

Offering incredible value, a river cruise with Emerald includes all meals, shore excursions, airport transfers and tipping in the vacation price. Excursions are led by experienced guides who uncover more than just the usual tourist attractions, revealing hidden gems and authentic experiences.

The company's custom-built "Star Ships" carry 182 passengers and boast innovations such as an onboard heated swimming pool with a retractable roof that transforms into a movie theater in the evening. You'll enjoy spacious river-view staterooms with deluxe amenities. Complimentary tea and coffee are available at all times on your cruise, while a special selection of European wines, local beers and soft drinks are offered at lunch and dinner.

Emerald Waterways offers river cruises in Europe.
River cruises are rated according to the quality of the vessel and its accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities both on and off the ship, the class of hotels used for land portions of itineraries and the level of service delivered. Emerald Waterways' river cruises are categorized as deluxe on the industry rating scale (budget, first class and deluxe).

Emerald Waterways