River Cruising

An Emerald Cruises voyage provides the perfect platform for new experiences, with each port of call presenting the opportunity to discover local life, culture, and history. When you travel with us, you can rest assured knowing a wealth of generous inclusions is always available for every Emerald Cruises guest—whether you’re discovering the winter wonderlands of Europe or escaping on a sun-drenched Caribbean cruise or Southeast Asian adventure.

From the essentials to the little things that make a big difference, we include transfers, and all gratuities on board and onshore in the price you pay, as well as delicious regionally inspired meals and select drinks at meal times. On board your river cruising Star-Ship or ocean-going luxury yacht, stylish accommodation comes complete with modern amenities. Spending time on board or exploring new-found locales onshore, we include a wealth of experiences and inclusions to help assure an unforgettable winter adventure.

Included Excursions

Each one of our cruise itineraries features complimentary experiences in a wealth of destinations, from UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites to insightful walking tours. Led in small groups and at different paces to suit all our guests’ needs, our itineraries offer a selection of included excursions, each giving in-depth and expansive experiences and the opportunity to see the very best of each destination we visit.

For memorable experiences that go above and beyond that of the ordinary traveler, our extra-special EmeraldPLUS excursions and experiences provide a fascinating insight into the authentic customs of each destination you visit. Travel into the heart of local life, and uncover the towns and villages beside the rivers of Europe, ancient cities of Southeast Asia, or the stunning coastal locales of the Caribbean & Central America.

Designed for guests who like things to move at a slightly faster pace, our exclusive EmeraldACTIVE program provides guests with the opportunity to experience each exciting destination from a different perspective. Hike through breathtaking surroundings, cycle through historic landscapes, and even take to the waters on guided active excursions available at no extra cost. The warmer weather of the Caribbean offers ample opportunity for EmeraldACTIVE experiences, while European wintertime cause some EmeraldACTIVE excursions to be weather dependent.

Your Christmastime cruise is sure to provide many wondrous moments in magical locations. Our hand-crafted itineraries and EmeraldDISCOVERY program will provide the perfect platform for you to explore the winter wonderlands and festivities of Europe or the winter sun of Southeast Asia aboard a river cruise adventure, or the island delights of the Caribbean on board a luxury yacht sailing.

Whether you prefer to explore independently or as part of a guided tour, each port of call will bring you a wealth of knowledge and culture, with our included excursions designed to help bring each destination to life. Discover local life through our immersing EmeraldPLUS excursions, explore the landscape from a different perspective with EmeraldACTIVE , or make the most of our DiscoverMORE* excursions for once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

We offer a selection of DiscoverMORE optional excursions designed to enable you to see and do even more. Available at an additional cost, these immersing experiences present opportunities to delve deeper into each destination and acquaint yourself with the natural beauty, history and culture of your port of call. Visit emeraldcruises.com/more for more information.