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Emerald Waterways’ well-designed itineraries take you to amazing cities, historic towns and iconic landmarks aboard a beautiful ship.
The company's custom-built “Star Ships” 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, while a special selection of wines, local beers and soft drinks are offered at lunch and dinner.
Providing incredible value, a river cruise with Emerald includes all meals, shore excursions, airport transfers and tipping in the upfront price. Excursions are led by experienced guides who cover more than just the usual tourist attractions, revealing hidden gems and authentic experiences.
Trip ratings on this site are based on the quality of accommodations, the number of included meals and activities and the level of service delivered. Emerald's vacations are categorized as deluxe on the industry rating scale (budget, first class or deluxe).
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Save an additional $250 per couple
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- Fly from $495 per person from select gateways or save $1,500 per couple on 2021 river cruises. Expires May 31. Click here.
- Fly for free from select gateways or save $2,000 per couple off select Europe cruises. Expires May 31. Click here.
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Fly for $295 per person from select gateways or save $1,500 per couple on select 2022 Europe River cruises. Plus, receive an additional 10% discount in select cabin categories.
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Fly for free from select gateways or save $2,000 per couple off select 2022 Europe cruises. Plus, receive an additional 10% discount in select cabin categories.
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- Past guests who refer a new traveler to Emerald Waterways earn a $100 per person travel credit. Each new guest also receives a $100 per person travel credit to use toward their cruise. Click here.
- Travel with Emerald Waterways and receive a Welcome Back Credit of $200 to $250 per person after your trip. The credit can be applied toward a subsequent cruise with Emerald. Click here.
| Ship Name | Year Built | Refurbished | Passengers |
| Emerald Dawn | 2015 | -- | 182 |
| Emerald Destiny | 2017 | -- | 182 |
| Emerald Liberté | 2017 | -- | 138 |
| Emerald Luna | 2021 | -- | 180 |
| Emerald Sky | 2014 | -- | 182 |
| Emerald Star | 2014 | -- | 182 |
| Emerald Sun | 2015 | -- | 182 |