Experience Danube Day with Emerald
Join us as we celebrate one of Europe’s most iconic waterways with savings of up to 40%*, free flights^ and free drinks~.
Danube Day 2025: A Journey Through the Heart of Europe
Held annually on the last Sunday of June, Danube Day celebrates the rich cultural heritage, natural beauty and environmental significance of the Danube River: one of Europe’s longest and most storied waterways.
As you journey along its legendary course, discover landscapes alive with colour and cities steeped in history - places that have long inspired artists, writers, and dreamers. Each port opens the door to a rich culture, fine cuisine, and moments you'll never forget
Flash Sale
Limited-time only
Enjoy free drinks~ when you book your Danube river cruise before 1 July.
2025 Luxury Douro River Cruise
There’s still time to discover the Douro this year with a very limited number of suites still available. Cruise from just £2,150pp, with savings of up to 10%* plus enjoy flights included^ when booking before 7 July 2025.
2026 Luxury Douro River Cruise
Book today and enjoy exclusive savings of up to 10%* plus enjoy flights included^ on selected sailings when booking before 7 July 2025.
8 days
2026 season
Danube Explorer
From GBP
£1,995
*
8 days
2026 season
Danube Delights
From GBP
£1,995
*
9 days
2026 season
Enchantment of Eastern Europe
From GBP
£3,288
*
10 days
2026 season
Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest
From GBP
£2,095
*Ready to sail the Danube?
Book online or call our expert team to secure your preferred sailing date today.
Active Living Along the Danube
Danube Day 2025 celebrates activity and wellness. With a wide array of fitness options and facilities designed for every guest, an Emerald river cruise is the ideal way to stay active while exploring the river. Discover exciting opportunities to keep energised both onboard and onshore during your river cruise.
On Board Amenities
Wellness Facilities
The Freshest Ingredients
Active Excursions
Moderate Excursions
Relaxed Excursions
Your guide to Europe river cruising
Start planning your extraordinary Emerald Cruises journey, details about river cruises and frequently asked questions.
All our holidays are subject to availability. Prices are based on two people sharing our lowest available cabin grade. Offers applicable to new bookings only made between 17th June and 31st June 2025 and are valid when paying in full at time of booking. *Savings of up to 40% applies to 2025 and 2026 Danube river cruises. These offers available on selected Danube itineraries, departure dates and cabin grades. Discount is applicable to the cruise element only. ^Flights are up to a value of £500 per person dependent on itinerary and departure date. Flights may not be a direct service. If the required air fare exceeds the set credit amount, additional charges will apply. ~Free Premium Drinks Package applies to on board drinks only and includes soft drinks, juices, mocktails, non-alcoholic bottled beers, house red & white wine and a selection of draft beers, all by the glass. We reserve the right to withdraw offers and promotions at any time and only applicable to residents of the UK. Full booking conditions can be found at emeraldcruises.co.uk/terms-conditions. E&OE.
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