Emerald Cruises

Emerald Star

The Emerald Star star-ship is one of six sister vessels, built to cruise the Danube, Main, and Rhine Rivers. Onboard you'll have full access to a wellness area, hair dresser, fitness room, onboard entertainment, daytime pool & bar and of course luxuriously appointed suites to retire to at the end of the day.
SHIP TYPE
River Ship
PASSENGERS
180
CREW
51
LAUNCHED
2014
REFURBISHED
N/A

Emerald Star Cruises View all Choose from 745 holidays cruising on board the Emerald Star

15 Days Amsterdam to Budapest

Operator: Emerald Cruises

From 4,747
Save 3,565

8 Days Basel to Amsterdam

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From 3,856
Save 1,343

11 Days Budapest to Prague

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From 5,341
Save 1,068

8 Days Munich to Budapest

Operator: Emerald Cruises

From 3,559
Save 1,336

Emerald Star Reviews (7) 12 reviews of Emerald Star from past clients of Global Journeys

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AVG. RATING 4.7 / 5
7 Reviews
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4 Star
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Relaxing and interesting cruise through heart of Europe   0 , TAS, Australia, Nov 2023
We booked this cruise mid year, our first ever river cruise, to see parts of Europe we hadn't previously been to. Also for the xmas markets. The first part of our expectations was absolutely met, but for the first few days, Xmas markets were few and far between. It was a little too early it seems. I'm not sure how much information the cruise company ...read more gets about the markets, but I know there were a lot of disappointed people.

The crew were fantastic, I couldn't fault them, they gave 110% but there was still a feeling that we should have had more information before leaving and maybe a couple of the locations for tours might have been better, particularly the Cathedral at Krems. This tour was a bit of a non event as much of the building was closed. The Vienna concert evening was expensive for what it was and not particularly well organised, there was a lot of standing around before people were shown to their seats, not good for over passengers. The concert was also very short. We did another one in Vienna a week later, half the cost and lasted another 40 minutes.

All the tour guides were great though. Very informative and often funny. Great history lessons to be had. The food was excellent, varied and plentiful for a first time cruiser, there were some old hands who had done multiple cruises that didn't agree, so maybe that needs looking at. The entertainment was fun and well done, Dressen was always on the go making sure everyone was happy.

Janina worked really hard to ensure everyone was informed and catered for. Her port talks were excellent. I would have liked to have seen more scenery as we sailed along , most of our movements were done at night, possibly partly because of the shorter days too. All in all it was great , we both enjoyed it very much.
Splendours of Europe     3 , NSW, Australia, Jul 2023
Overall a great trip with Emerald. Had good rapport with all staff and the chef catered for me being a Coeliac to the extent of a special cake for my birthday. Weather was great in July, needed a light jacket despite reports of heatwave in Europe. Group was a mixture mainly of Australians and Canadians with a few UK and USA travellers. All friendly. ...read more Overall apart from the long haul flight enjoyed every bit of it. Thanks Tracey for your help. The photo is of Durnstein. A lovely small town, try the apricot ice cream!
Sensational Emerald River Cruise!   1 , ACT, Australia, Jul 2023
Fabulous river cruise down the Danube organised through Global Journeys. We weren't sure what to expect for our first river cruise but it was sensational! We travelled with teenagers and they loved it also. Emerald organises lots of active tours for those that prefer that, as well as having the traditional activities as well. This cruise catered for ...read more everybody and we loved every part. The food, the suites, the onboard facilities and the wonderful wonderful staff. Thank you to Global Journeys for making the booking process so easy and for their great portal which was able to be accessed when we were overseas. Provided peace of mind and ease of access to all necessary information and documents.
The Majestic Rhine - Zurich to Frankfurt     2 , VIC, Australia, Jun 2023
The booking went very smoothly. The trip was fabulous and I was lucky that there was continuous sunshine. The view from the luxurious ship (Emerald Luna) was best on the last part of the trip. The highlights were Lucerne, Colmar and Strasbourg. The photograph is of Cochen Castle on the Moselle River, a short and beautiful drive from Koblenz. I ...read more enjoyed the sights, history and the wonderful food and wine.
Christmas Markets on the Rhine   3 , Christchurch, New Zealand, Dec 2022
We made new friends and took home many wonderful memories. From the hotel on arrival in Amsterdam to the hotel at the end in Basel, the whole trip was supremely organized. The crew onboard were very good at their job and clearly enjoyed what they do. Nothing was a problem and the smaller number on board a river boat meant we could be alone if we wanted ...read more or part of a group when we wanted. The food was outstanding.
The Best Christmas Ever   1 , Christchurch, New Zealand, Dec 2022
We made some wonderful friends, had lots of Christmas cheer and it was so easy every day. Emerald Cruises - your staff are the best. Nothing was a problem and everyone was helpful and happy. I can not believe how much Christmas we packed into 8 days!
Fantastic European River cruise   1 , QLD, Australia, May 2019
We had a fantastic trip from the initial contact with Global Journeys to the final day of the cruise. Nothing was too hard for Hannah and her communication with us was excellent. Emerald were great, the organisation of the cruise left nothing wanting, from pickup in Amsterdam to drop off at Budapest Airport. The cruise itself was very well planned, ...read more the ship is only three years old which was great. Wonderful and friendly staff and of course the food: what can be said about it , other than excellent. We would highly recommend this cruise. Our Cruise Director could not have been better, she was very knowledgeable of all areas of the rivers travelled. The shore tour guides supplied by Emerald, also, were very good and enthusiastic about the towns they were showing us.

Life on Board Emerald Star What can you expect when cruising on board Emerald Star

Emerald Star
Emerald Star

Get lost in the romance of Europe's rivers with every comfort taken care of on Emerald Star. Read more

You're Invited & EmeraldPLUS
You're Invited & EmeraldPLUS

Authentic included adventures that take you into the cultural heart of each destination. Read more

Active Life on the River
Active Life on the River

With a small gym, walking track, heated pool and putting green you can keep active on board. Read more

Five Star Dining On Board
Five Star Dining On Board

Enjoy the finest flavours of Europe prepared by the expert culinary team aboard your river cruise. Read more

Wellness and Beauty
Wellness and Beauty

Keep up your wellness routine with a fitness class or have a treatment in the onboard salon. Read more

Swimming Pool and Cinema
Swimming Pool and Cinema

The relaxing pool deck offers views from the stern and transforms to a cinema at night. Read more

Deck Plans

Ship Profile
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Emerald Single Stateroom
D
Emerald Stateroom
E
Emerald Stateroom
Riviera Deck (Level 1)
B
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite
C
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite
Vista Deck (Level 2)
A
Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite
S
Grand Balcony Suite
SA
Owners One-Bedroom Suite
Horizon Deck (Level 3)
Sun Deck

Cabins

Oceanview

Emerald Single Stateroom

Emerald Single Stateroom (117 sq ft / 10.9 sq m). Features a deluxe single bed, picture window, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, individual climate control, safe, mini-fridge with complimentary bottled water and a flat screen TV.

Oceanview

Emerald Stateroom

Emerald Stateroom (162 sq ft / 15 sq m). Features a Queen-size bed, an ensuite bathroom, picture window, equipped with a flat screen TV with infotainment system, individual air conditioning system, a personal safe, fridge, hairdryer, complimentary Wi-Fi and bottled water daily.

Balcony

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

The spacious Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite features an innovative indoor balcony (180 sq ft / 16.7 sq m). Flat screen TV, individual air conditioning system, a personal safe, fridge, hairdryer, complimentary bathrobes and slippers, hotel-style beds, an ensuite bathroom, complimentary WI-Fi and bottled water daily are included.

Balcony

Grand Balcony Suite

The spacious Grand Balcony Suite features a full outdoor balcony which converts into a sunroom at the touch of a button (210 sq ft / 19.5 sq m). Flat screen TV, individual air conditioning system, a personal safe, fridge, hairdryer, complimentary bathrobes and slippers, hotel-style beds, an ensuite bathroom, complimentary WI-Fi and bottled water daily are included.

Suite

Owners One-Bedroom Suite

Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite features a full outside balcony which converts to a sunroom, a separate bedroom and living area, a deluxe walk-in wardrobe and a larger basin ensuite bathroom (315 sq ft / 29.2 sq m). Complimentary onboard bathrobes and slippers, an iPad and a Nespresso coffee machine, along with four items of laundry per day are included. Flat screen TV, individual air conditioning system, a personal safe, hairdryer, hotel-style beds, complimentary Wi-Fi and bottled water daily.

Emerald Star Cruise Schedule All 745 cruise sailings by departure date on board Emerald Star

Starts Days Name Itinerary From
Wednesday
03 Apr 2024
11 Zurich - Lucerne with Tulips & the Rhine Zurich to Amsterdam 9,200
Saturday
06 Apr 2024
8 Tulips & the Rhine Amsterdam to Zurich 6,155
Saturday
06 Apr 2024
8 Tulips & the Rhine Zurich to Amsterdam 7,375
Saturday
06 Apr 2024
8 Tulips & the Rhine Amsterdam to Basel 6,155
Saturday
06 Apr 2024
8 Tulips & the Rhine Basel to Amsterdam 7,375
Sunday
07 Apr 2024
8 Holland & Belgium in Bloom Amsterdam to Amsterdam 4,975
Wednesday
10 Apr 2024
11 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Budapest to Bucharest 5,920
Thursday
11 Apr 2024
11 Prague & Danube Explorer Prague to Budapest 7,060
Friday
12 Apr 2024
9 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 5,405
Sunday
14 Apr 2024
8 Danube Explorer Munich to Budapest 6,255
Sunday
21 Apr 2024
8 Danube Delights Budapest to Munich 5,265
Sunday
21 Apr 2024
11 Danube Delights & Classic Prague Budapest to Prague 6,030
Sunday
28 Apr 2024
10 Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest Budapest to Munich 6,520
Saturday
04 May 2024
8 Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam to Zurich 4,965
Saturday
04 May 2024
8 Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam to Basel 4,965
Sunday
05 May 2024
18 Splendours of Europe with Prague Amsterdam to Prague 11,025
Sunday
05 May 2024
15 Splendours of Europe Amsterdam to Budapest 10,225
Sunday
05 May 2024
8 Danube Delights Budapest to Munich 5,465
Sunday
05 May 2024
11 Danube Delights & Classic Prague Budapest to Prague 6,230
Tuesday
07 May 2024
10 Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest Munich to Budapest 6,395
Tuesday
07 May 2024
21 Paris to Prague & Splendours of Europe Paris to Prague 14,840
Tuesday
07 May 2024
18 Paris & Splendours of Europe Paris to Budapest 14,040
Wednesday
08 May 2024
13 Zurich - Lucerne & Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam Zurich to Amsterdam 8,495
Wednesday
08 May 2024
11 Zurich - Lucerne & Jewels of the Rhine Zurich to Amsterdam 7,490
Thursday
09 May 2024
11 Classic Prague & Danube Delights Prague to Budapest 5,960
Friday
10 May 2024
23 Amsterdam to Bucharest - Discover the Rhine, Main & Danube Amsterdam to Bucharest 19,860
Friday
10 May 2024
18 Splendours of Europe with Prague Amsterdam to Prague 13,415
Friday
10 May 2024
15 Splendours of Europe Amsterdam to Budapest 12,615
Saturday
11 May 2024
10 Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam Basel to Amsterdam 6,670
Saturday
11 May 2024
11 Danube Explorer & Prague Budapest to Prague 5,800
Saturday
11 May 2024
8 Jewels of the Rhine Zurich to Amsterdam 5,665
Saturday
11 May 2024
8 Jewels of the Rhine Basel to Amsterdam 5,665
Saturday
11 May 2024
8 Danube Explorer Budapest to Munich 4,995
Sunday
12 May 2024
8 Danube Delights Munich to Budapest 5,195
Tuesday
14 May 2024
11 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Budapest to Bucharest 6,570
Thursday
16 May 2024
9 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 6,055
Thursday
16 May 2024
13 Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Transylvania Budapest to Bucharest 7,475
Saturday
18 May 2024
8 Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam to Zurich 5,665
Saturday
18 May 2024
8 Jewels of the Rhine Amsterdam to Basel 5,665
Saturday
18 May 2024
13 Transylvania & Enchantment of Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 9,175
Saturday
18 May 2024
8 Danube Explorer Munich to Budapest 4,995
Saturday
18 May 2024
11 Jewels of the Rhine & Lucerne - Zurich Amsterdam to Zurich 7,490
Sunday
19 May 2024
8 Danube Delights Budapest to Munich 5,465
Sunday
19 May 2024
11 Danube Delights & Classic Prague Budapest to Prague 6,230
Wednesday
22 May 2024
13 Zurich - Lucerne & Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam Zurich to Amsterdam 9,685
Wednesday
22 May 2024
11 Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest Budapest to Bucharest 6,570
Wednesday
22 May 2024
9 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Bucharest to Budapest 7,755
Wednesday
22 May 2024
11 Zurich - Lucerne & Jewels of the Rhine Zurich to Amsterdam 8,680
Thursday
23 May 2024
11 Classic Prague & Danube Delights Prague to Budapest 6,230
Friday
24 May 2024
9 Enchantment of Eastern Europe Budapest to Bucharest 6,055
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