EMERALD CRUISES: THE ONSHORE EXPERIENCE

An Emerald Cruises river cruise provides the perfect platform for new experiences. Every port of call introduces a wealth of culture and an excursion almost every day brings the most fascinating destinations to life.

Explore up to five European countries or navigate the Mekong between Vietnam and Cambodia, enjoying visits to UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites, taking part in special EmeraldPLUS experiences and embarking on a selection of EmeraldACTIVE excursions.

Your guests will have the opportunity to discover the romance of the Rhine, to taste the port in Porto or to delve into Asia’s fascinating military past in Ho Chi Minh City, all at no extra cost.

Enjoy included excursions

Included Excursions

With a different port of call almost every day, the Emerald Cruises Journey Planners have handpicked an array of diverse shore excursions designed to introduce your guests to each destination in detail.

Whether they’re travelling in Europe or South East Asia, guests can expect an excursion almost every day of their itinerary, in the form of small group tours to bustling cities, historic fortresses and ancient temples, all hosted by local Englishspeaking guides.

EmeraldACTIVE

For guests seeking a more active experience, EmeraldACTIVE gives them the opportunity to see a destination from a different perspective. Take to the streets of Vienna on two wheels as part of a group cycling tour, hike through the vineyards of France and even take a canoe out for a paddle along Portugal’s Sabor River.

On board, a specialised Activity Manager will hold a range of daytime classes, such as yoga and Pilates, all completely free of charge.

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EmeraldPLUS

Uncover hidden gems off the beaten track during a program of extra special authentic EmeraldPLUS adventures, designed to take you into the heart of local culture.

In small groups, guests will attend social events with locals, take guided tours of illustrious landmarks and taste test delicacies. Dinner at a Portuguese wine estate, traditional fare at the home of a local Slovakian family, and a Black Forest gateau demonstration in Germany are just an example. While those sailing the Mekong will dine at Hanoi’s KOTO not-for-profit restaurant, receive a blessing from a Buddhist monk and attend the famous Cambodian Circus, Phare.

DiscoverMORE

Optional excursions designed to enable you to see and do more, DiscoverMORE is available at an additional cost. These special immersive experiences present guests with further opportunities to really get to know more about an area’s natural beauty, history and culture.

Visit Avignon’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Pont du Gard or attend a fishing class along the Rhône. Peruse Vienna’s illustrious Schönbrunn Palace, taste the wines of renowned Portuguese vineyards, and uncover ancient secrets of Vietnamese cuisine during a cooking class in Hoi An.

Emerald Sky & Emerald Star - Danube, Rhine, Main & Moselle Rivers

| Length 443ft (135 metres) | Guests 180 | Cabins 91 | Crew 51

On Emerald Sky and Emerald Star, cabin 202 has modified entry, bathroom configuration with personal assistance fittings and has no decked area with table and chairs. The cabin and deck plans, sizes and photographs are an indication only and are subject to variation. ^Due to safety, the Sun Deck will be closed when travelling under low bridges. *Cabin 316 has a slightly varied layout.

Emerald Radiance - Douro River

The cabin and deck plans, sizes and photographs are an indication only and are subject to variation. ^Due to safety, the Sun Deck will be closed when travelling under low bridges.

The cabin and deck plans, sizes and photographs are an indication only and are subject to variation. ^Due to safety, the Sun Deck will be closed when travelling under low bridges. *Cabin 308 has a slightly varied layout.