European river cruises
Sail through the heart of Central Europe, journey across the South of France on the Rhône, or cruise the Douro River in Portugal.
Seek inspiration from our most popular itineraries to start planning your unforgettable voyage. Explore our latest Europe river cruises offers today.
8 Days
SEASON: 2024Discover Europe’s most popular river cruises
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SEASON: 2024Discover Europe’s most popular river cruises
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SEASON: 2024Discover Europe’s most popular river cruises
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SEASON: 2024Explore the charms of Portugal by river
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SEASON: 2024Explore the charms of Portugal by river
8 Days
SEASON: 2025Discover Europe’s most popular river cruises
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SEASON: 2025Discover Europe’s most popular river cruises
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SEASON: 2024Discover Europe’s most popular river cruises
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SEASON: 2025Discover the magic of France by river
At Emerald Cruises, your enjoyment comes first. Sail with small cruise ship experts and benefit from our attentive level service, as we bring you closer to some of Europe’s most exciting destinations.
Emerald Cruises specialise in providing a small cruise ship experience. You’ll notice how measured guest numbers, an excellent staff-to-guest ratio, and the purpose-driven design and layout of our award-winning Star-Ships offer you a comfortable and luxurious Europe river cruise experience.
Our award-winning Star-Ships are your home away from home, boutique floating hotels that have won several accolades for providing guests with luxurious surrounds, a wealth of amenities, and unique innovations such as our indoor pool that transforms into a cinema space on selected evenings.
Escape to your private sanctuary of serenity. With our range of suites and staterooms, there’s a cabin option to suit all preferences and budgets, whether you need plenty of space to stretch out, you’re longing for cosier accommodation, or if you’re looking for a single cabin to sail solo.
EmeraldDISCOVERY is designed to take you far beyond the standard tourist experience, with an array of exciting excursions. You’ll enjoy an included excursion nearly every day and have the option to join our EmeraldPLUS, EmeraldACTIVE, and extra-special DiscoverMORE excursions^ to explore each destination in even greater depth.
Your Europe river cruise should also provide complete peace of mind. This is why we cover all port charges, provide all meals on board with accompanying beverages, offer complimentary Wi-Fi, and cover all gratuities on board and onshore. You’ll also benefit from a first-class English-speaking crew, and enjoy tours led by knowledgeable, local guides.
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