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Discover life on board your luxury river cruise

Emerald Cruises innovative Star-Ships feature a wealth of contemporary design features. We’ve pushed the boundaries of European river cruising, carefully designing our three-tiered atrium and heated pool that seamlessly transforms into a cinema on selected evenings.  

 
 
Luxury river cruise ship sailing on the rippling water past green, hilly land in Europe under a bright blue sky Luxury river cruise ship sailing on the rippling water past green, hilly land in Europe under a bright blue sky

Our Europe Star-Ships are each perfectly sized for navigating the continent’s winding waterways, with space for no more than 180 guests on board. From the three-tier atrium to the heated swimming pool that seamlessly transforms into a cinema, our Star-Ships are more than just a river ship. 

The European fleet includes:

  • Emerald Dawn
  • Emerald Sun
  • Emerald Sky
  • Emerald Star
  • Emerald Destiny
  • Emerald Luna
  • Emerald Astra (Launching 2026)


Side Plan of Emerald Cruises Star-Ships in Central Europe

Deck: Sun Deck

Diagram of ship layout for the Sun Deck of an Emerald Cruises Europe river cruising Star-Ship Diagram of ship layout for the Sun Deck of an Emerald Cruises Europe river cruising Star-Ship



Deck: Horizon Deck

Diagram of ship layout for the Horizon Deck of an Emerald Cruises Europe river cruising Star-Ship Diagram of ship layout for the Horizon Deck of an Emerald Cruises Europe river cruising Star-Ship



Deck: Vista Deck

Diagram of ship layout for the Vita Deck of an Emerald Cruises Europe river cruising Star-Ship Diagram of ship layout for the Vita Deck of an Emerald Cruises Europe river cruising Star-Ship



Deck: Riviera Deck

Diagram of ship layout for the Riviera Deck of an Emerald Cruises Europe river cruising Star-Ship Diagram of ship layout for the Riviera Deck of an Emerald Cruises Europe river cruising Star-Ship


 
 
Luxury river ship sailing the Rhône River in the South of France passing a rustic castle Luxury river ship sailing the Rhône River in the South of France passing a rustic castle



In 2027, Emerald Lumi, purpose-built to navigate the enchanting Seine, will cruise  from the heart of Paris to Normandy and Honfleur, where few ships can visit. 



Side Plan of Emerald Liberté & Emerald Lumi

Emerald Liberte Side View Layout Emerald Liberte Side View Layout

Deck: Sun Deck 

Diagram of ship layout for the Sun Deck of Emerald Cruises’ France river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Liberté Diagram of ship layout for the Sun Deck of Emerald Cruises’ France river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Liberté

 

 

Deck: Horizon Deck

Diagram of ship layout for the Horizon Deck of Emerald Cruises’ France river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Liberté Diagram of ship layout for the Horizon Deck of Emerald Cruises’ France river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Liberté

 

Deck: Vista Deck

Diagram of ship layout for the Vista Deck of Emerald Cruises’ France river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Liberté Diagram of ship layout for the Vista Deck of Emerald Cruises’ France river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Liberté

 

 

Deck: Riviera Deck

Emerald Liberte Riviera Deck Layout Emerald Liberte Riviera Deck Layout


 
 
Luxury river ship sailing along the Douro River through the heart of Porto at sunrise Luxury river ship sailing along the Douro River through the heart of Porto at sunrise



Relish in the small-scale beauty of Emerald Radiance, with exclusive Riverview Suite cabin grades boasting an innovative balcony system and unspoiled panoramic vistas. Or if you fancy a relaxing swim, the alfresco Serenity Pool on the Sun Deck is the perfect place to enjoy the beautiful Iberian sky. 



Side Plan of Emerald Radiance 

Deck: Sun Deck

Diagram of ship layout for the Sun Deck of Emerald Cruises’ Douro river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Radiance Diagram of ship layout for the Sun Deck of Emerald Cruises’ Douro river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Radiance

Take advantage of Emerald Radiance’s unique Serenity Pool as you swim a few laps backed by Douro vistas.



Deck: Horizon Deck

Diagram of ship layout for the Horizon Deck of Emerald Cruises’ Douro river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Radiance Diagram of ship layout for the Horizon Deck of Emerald Cruises’ Douro river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Radiance

Catch up with friends over a cocktail in the Horizon Bar & Lounge or enjoy your meals alfresco on The Terrace.



Deck: Vista Deck

Diagram of ship layout for the Vista Deck of Emerald Cruises’ Douro river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Radiance Diagram of ship layout for the Vista Deck of Emerald Cruises’ Douro river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Radiance

Sample delicious fine dining in the Reflections Restaurant.



Deck: Riviera Deck

Diagram of ship layout for the Riviera Deck of Emerald Cruises’ Douro river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Radiance Diagram of ship layout for the Riviera Deck of Emerald Cruises’ Douro river cruising Star-Ship, Emerald Radiance

At the Wellness Area, get your heart racing in the gym or unwind with a special treatment^.

^Available at an additional cost.

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Step on board our award-winning Star-Ships and prepare for a European river journey like no other.