Europe river cruise offers
Discover incredible savings across our Europe river cruises and sail the continent from just £1,745pp**.
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Exceptional 2026 River Cruise Savings
Luxury Redefined
With selected 2026 European river cruises now from just £1,795pp** including flights^, there’s never been a better time to secure your place on one of our remaining departures.
For a limited time, enjoy exceptional savings of up to 40%*, plus a complimentary Platinum Drinks Package or €300 on board credit per couple# included with your cruise. To make your journey even more memorable, enhance your luxury river experience with an upgrade to a Panorama Balcony Suite from just £500pp†.
Explore Europe's waterways on board our award-winning Star-Ships, with immersive excursions and exceptional service throughout.
Book your 2026 river cruise with confidence in line with our booking conditions, thanks to fixed pricing~, financial protection~ and dedicated support every step of the way. Book with confidence.
Availability on these final 2026 departures is limited. Book now to secure your preferred itinerary, suite and departure date before these offers sail away.
With everything taken care of, you’re free to enjoy more of what truly matters, with Emerald Exceptional VALUE.
Our 2026 Europe river cruise highlights

8 days
2026 season
Sensations of Lyon & Provence
From GBP
£1,795
*
10 days
2026 season
Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest
From GBP
£2,095
*
8 days
2026 season
Danube Explorer
From GBP
£1,895
*
8 days
2026 season
Jewels of the Rhine
From GBP
£1,895
*
8 days
2026 season
Danube Delights
From GBP
£1,995
*
8 days
2026 season
Legendary Rhine & Moselle
From GBP
£1,995
*
11 days
2026 season
Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards
From GBP
£2,595
*
15 days
2026 season
Splendours of Europe
From GBP
£4,063
*
8 days
2026 season
The Majestic Rhine
From GBP
£1,895
*2027 Europe river cruises
Save up to 30%* plus enjoy Free Flights^ , plus the choice of a Platinum drinks package or €300 on board credit per couple#.
Look forward to Exceptional EmeraldVALUE from the minute you step on board, with everything you need included – from our EmeraldPLUS and EmeraldACTIVE programmes to complimentary drinks with every meal. It’s the attention to detail and the memories that stay with you long after you return home.
Protected against disruption, Price Certainty, guaranteed. Dedicated support every step of the way*^.
Book now to secure your preferred itinerary suite and departure date.
Our 2027 Europe river cruise highlights

8 days
2027 season
Secrets of the Douro
From GBP
£2,914
*
8 days
2027 season
Danube Explorer
From GBP
£2,306
*
8 days
2027 season
Jewels of the Rhine
From GBP
£1,985
*
8 days
2026 season
Danube Explorer
From GBP
£1,895
*Extend Your Stay highlights
Looking for an even longer sailing? Find inspiration below, with our Extend Your Stay cruises, complete with pre- or post-sailing city breaks. Discover the perfection of Paris, the marvels of Madrid, the beauty of Berlin and more.

Extend Your Stay
Our Extend Your Stay options include stunning pre- and post-cruise city breaks, where you’ll be able to explore your chosen city to your heart’s content. Stay in central hotels and discover hidden gems independently or with a friendly guide.

Your guide to Europe river cruising
Start planning your extraordinary Emerald Cruises journey, details about river cruises and frequently asked questions.
2026 Europe River Cruising: All our holidays are subject to availability and are valid for new bookings only made between 29th May – 30th November 2026. All prices correct as at 28th May 2026, and are based on two people sharing our lowest priced available cabin and include any relevant discounts. Supplements may apply for single travellers, upgraded cabins and other departure dates. *Savings up to 40% applies to selected itineraries, departure dates and cabin grades. Offers must be paid for in full 10 months prior to departure, or at the time of booking if less than 10 months prior to departure. Best Available Fare is strictly limited, and subject to availability until sold out or withdrawn. ^Flights may not be a direct service and flights are up to a set credit amount of £400 per person for European cruises. If the required air fare exceeds the set credit amount, additional charges will apply. ~Guests can select from a platinum drinks package or €300 per couple on board credit. The platinum drinks package includes a selection of available beverages, including soft drinks, juices, mocktails, non-alcoholic bottled beers, house red, white & sparkling wine, Prosecco, a selection of draft & bottled beers as well as house spirits, cocktails and long drinks all by the glass subject to availability. #If the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against travel to your destination, or your journey is significantly disrupted due to Events Outside of Our Control, you will be offered a suitable alternative or a refund in line with our Booking Conditions (see clauses 10–11) and, where applicable, the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018. #No fuel surcharges will be added after booking. Prices may be subject to change prior to full payment. Once your booking is paid in full, the price is fixed and will not be increased. All flight-inclusive holidays are financially protected by the Air Travel Organiser’s Licence (ATOL) when indicated at the time of booking. We are also members of Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA), providing financial protection and support when you buy a package holiday. Full terms and Booking Conditions apply. Combinable with loyalty discounts, not combinable with any other offers. We reserve the right to withdraw offers and promotions at any time and only applicable to residents in the UK. Full bookings conditions can be found at emeraldcruises.co.uk/terms-conditions. Emerald Cruises is a trading name of Scenic Tours (UK) Ltd. E&OE.
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