Emerald Cruises

Founded in 2014, originally as Emerald Waterways, Emerald Cruises, is an award-winning deluxe cruise line well known for its great value and contemporary style, offering both river and yacht cruises. Included in an Emerald Cruises vacation is a wonderful selection of dining and beverage options, as well as a selection of shore excursions for when you are exploring on land. Wine, beer and soft drinks are included during lunch and dinner aboard their Star-Ships and their yacht, with complimentary tea and coffee all day long. Bottled water is provided in your room, and is replenished daily. Their onboard cuisine uses local, fresh ingredients, further immersing you into the destination being explored. WiFi is included standard and tipping is included, which are both otherwise significant expenses that you won't have to consider during your vacation.

Dining

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included during an Emerald Cruises voyage. A wonderful buffet (including a variety of hot and cold appetizers, main courses, and a dessert table) is available daily for breakfast and lunch, and every evening, guests can enjoy a four-course dinner, featuring delicious international and regional dishes. A selection of beer, wine and soft drinks and included daily with lunch and dinner.

Excursions Included!

A variety of shore excursions are included in every Emerald Cruises cruise, providing you with the opportunity to experience the destinations you visit in a truly fantastic and in-depth manner.

At least one EmeraldACTIVE activity is included on all of Emerald Cruises' vacations, which are excursions that encourage participants to be active. Examples may include guided hikes, cycle rides, and canoeing.

EmeraldPLUS are extra-special shore excursions offered by Emerald Cruises that are designed to allow guests to enjoy experiences that go beyond the typical opportunities a traveler would have in the destination, avoiding the more typical tourist attractions. During this type of shore excursion, guests may see rare sights and visit hidden gems, with the guidance of a local expert. Examples may include a wine tasting in a quaint village, enjoying dinner at an iconic local restaurant, and exploring wonderful areas that usually just the locals know about.

There are optional excursions available at an additional cost as well.

Tips & Gratuities Included!

On-board tipping and gratuities are already included in the cost of an Emerald Cruises voyage. That's an often significant expense that you don't have to consider. Just enjoy the wonderful service from their attentive staff, along with the fantastic onboard amenities that each of their ships offer.

Stylish Accommodations

Emerald Cruises offers a selection of four contemporary, boutique-hotel-style suite and stateroom grades on their "Star-Ships." Some of their ships feature suites that have an innovative in-room open-air balcony system that allows guests to enjoy the views of the ship's surroundings regardless of the weather. Every en-suite bathroom has a revitalizing shower, along with a selection of toiletries for you to enjoy. Complimentary bottled water is restocked daily, and WiFi is included.

Emerald Cruises Ships

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Emerald Azzurra - New Ship
- Year Built: 2022
- Tonnage: 5,300
- Passenger Capacity: 100
- Passenger Decks: 6
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Emerald Dawn
- Year Built: 2015
- Tonnage: 3,544
- Passenger Capacity: 180
- Passenger Decks: 4
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Emerald Destiny
- Year Built: 2017
- Tonnage: 3,544
- Passenger Capacity: 180
- Passenger Decks: 4
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Emerald Harmony
- Year Built: 2019
- Passenger Capacity: 84
- Passenger Decks: 5
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Emerald Liberte
- Year Built: 2017
- Passenger Capacity: 132
- Passenger Decks: 4
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Emerald Luna - New Ship
- Year Built: 2021
- Tonnage: 3,544
- Passenger Capacity: 180
- Passenger Decks: 4
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Emerald Radiance
- Year Built: 2017
- Passenger Capacity: 112
- Passenger Decks: 4
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Emerald Sakara - New Ship
- Year Built: 2023
- Tonnage: 5,300
- Passenger Capacity: 100
- Passenger Decks: 6
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Emerald Sky
- Year Built: 2014
- Tonnage: 3,544
- Passenger Capacity: 180
- Passenger Decks: 4
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Emerald Star
- Year Built: 2014
- Tonnage: 3,544
- Passenger Capacity: 180
- Passenger Decks: 4
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Emerald Sun
- Year Built: 2015
- Tonnage: 3,544
- Passenger Capacity: 180
- Passenger Decks: 4
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MS Nizhny Novgorod
- Year Built: 1977 (Refurbished in 2019)
- Tonnage: 5,400
- Passenger Capacity: 204
- Passenger Decks: 5
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Destination Calendar

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Pricing listed above is per person, based on double occupancy in the least expensive accommodations available, is subject to change, and may not reflect the most recent pricing (as pricing gets updated throughout the day). Prices include Required Cruise Fees & Expenses, as well as Government Taxes & Fees. Prices may not reflect discounts and special promotions that you may qualify for. Go to the Category selection step of the online booking process to view the live pricing and latest offers.

Ports

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