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Sail the iconic rivers of Europe in style
EmeraldDISCOVERY
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 countries and enjoy visits to UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites, take part in special EmeraldPLUS experiences and a selection of EmeraldACTIVE highlights, all at no extra cost.
Included Excursions
Every one of our incredible itineraries features an array of excursions, handpicked by our journey planners to offer insightful and diverse experiences at every point along the way. Conducted in small groups, and at no extra cost, they are something you can expect on almost every cruise day. You’ll never have to worry about missing any of your guide’s insightful commentary with the assistance of your personal audio system. Your headset will clearly pick up their voice, so you can learn about Vienna as you wander the streets, or hear tales of Melk Abbey as you peruse its halls.
EmeraldPLUS
These extra-special excursions will take you to the heart of local culture, providing a fascinating insight into authentic customs and traditions during exclusive social events with residents and tours of significant landmarks, as well as on board performances and workshops. Sample delicious local produce during a wine tasting in Bernkastel, enjoy dinner at a Portuguese wine estate in the Douro region, and, on board Emerald Liberté in France, Top Chef finalist Fabien Morreale will prepare an extra-special Provençal meal, exclusively for Emerald Cruises guests.
Viennese classical concert
EmeraldACTIVE
Designed for guests seeking more active experiences, these activities and excursions are an exciting way to see a location from another perspective. Join a group for a cycling tour in Vienna, embark on a guided hike through the vineyards of France or enjoy a canoeing excursion on Portugal's Sabor River. Our Star-Ships carry a number of bicycles† for you to take out, free of charge, while every suite or stateroom is equipped with walking sticks to aid you during hikes. We also host on board yoga and aqua aerobics classes.
†Bicycles are subject to availability, allocated on a first come, first served basis and are not available on Emerald Radiance, sailing the Douro River.
DiscoverMORE
We offer a selection of special DiscoverMORE optional excursions designed to enable you to see and do even more. These immersive experiences present opportunities to acquaint yourself with an area’s natural beauty, history and culture. Available at an additional cost, these include an exclusive invitation to a Viennese classical concert, an insightful visit to Quinta da Aveleda in Portugal and a guided tour to Avignon’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Pont du Gard. These exclusive optional excursions and activities are available to book from the moment you book your cruise.
EmeraldPLUS
We constantly strive to provide the most authentic adventures, which allow you to gain a deeper understanding of each destination. You’ll uncover the hidden gems of Europe, and go off the beaten track to discover an unparalleled wealth of culture.
You’ll join an exclusive group on tailormade excursions, and enjoy fascinating on board activities. And, of course, everything is included in the price.
Enjoy hosted wine tastings
Those sailing on selected Danube itineraries, will have the opportunity to visit the Slovakian capital of Bratislava, where you’ll be welcomed into the home of a local family to hear about their daily life over coffee and cake. A truly insightful activity, allowing you to learn about their culture first-hand. You'll also be able to venture into rural Hungary for the time-honoured Puszta Horse Show. Whilst on our Rhine itineraries you'll be able to attend a Black Forest gateau presentation in Germany, and if sailing the Douro River enjoy an unforgettable dining experience at a local wine estate. It’s not just our onshore EmeraldPLUS experiences that stand out in our itineraries, we’re delighted to welcome Fabien Morreale, finalist in the French culinary competition, Top Chef, on board in Avignon, while sailing the Rhône. He will be joining us for a Provençal evening for which he has created an authentic menu, highlighting the beautiful tastes of the region. And, in Budapest, you'll enjoy a traditional Hungarian folklore show on board, a lively and exciting evening that brings age-old traditions to life.
Puszta Horse Show, Hungary
Black Forest gateau presentation
