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European River Cruises

The Charms of Holland & Belgium

Amsterdam to Amsterdam

Get to know Holland and Belgium's past and present with this exciting itinerary visiting vibrant capital cities, UNESCO World Heritage listed windmills, battle grounds and magnificent architecture.

Sensations of Lyon & Provence

Lyon to Marseille

Journey to France's gastronomic heartbeat, Lyon, before enjoying an authentic Provençal dinner on-board, hosted by renowned French chef, Fabien Morreale.

The Majestic Rhine

Frankfurt to Basel

Your journey through Germany includes a visit to see Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, while Koblenz, Mannheim’s beautiful architecture the Black Forest will be sure to amaze.

Enchantment of Eastern Europe

Budapest to Bucharest

As the final stretch of the Danube weaves its way through the depths of eastern Europe, meet locals for lunch in their home, enjoy tours of Osijek & Belgrade & marvel at the beauty of the Iron Gate.

Danube Explorer

Passau to Budapest

Walk the cobblestone streets of Medieval cities, explore Austria’s wine-growing region and marvel at the fusion of old and new in musical Vienna and eclectic Budapest.

Secrets of the Douro

On this 8 day roundtrip cruise from Porto, discover the Douro Valley's most inspiring destinations including Régua, Pocinho, Pinhao and stunning Salamanca.

Danube Delights

Budapest to Munich

An unforgettable cruise down the iconic Danube & through the heart of old Europe. Walking tours, invitations into the homes of locals & sightseeing excursions showcase the magnificence of yesteryear.

Legendary Rhine & Moselle

Munich to Frankfurt

Wine-lovers will relish a journey to the centre of the Franconian wine country to taste local produce in the beautiful setting of the Bishop’s Cellar in Wurzburg.

Christmas Markets on the Danube

Munich to Budapest

Classic Prague & Danube Delights

Budapest to Prague

Extend your journey with a three-night stay in the Czech capital, after your journey from Budapest invites the beauty of Bavaria, lunch with a Slovakian family and magnificent Vienna.

Tulips & the Rhine

Basel to Amsterdam

Highlights of the Netherlands & the Beauty of Belgium

Amsterdam to Amsterdam

Let the Dutch charm sweep you up on an itinerary full of vibrancy and tradition. From 79 multicoloured acres of tulips at Keukenhof Gardens, to Zaanse Schans, artistic Antwerp and quirky Amsterdam.

What to expect with Emerald Waterways

What's included on our cruises?

All meals included

Dining

Drinks with lunch and dinner

Drinks

EmeraldPLUS Excursions

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Excursions almost every day

Inspiring Days Ashore

Tipping taken care of

Tipping

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