Central Europe river cruises

Discover enchanting landscapes and fairy tale scenery as you sail the beautiful rivers of Central Europe.

Explore the charms of Central Europe

Cruise the stunning Rhine, Main, Danube, and Moselle rivers, and fall in love with the allure of Central Europe. Feel captivated as you uncover a land of character, discovering the cultures and traditions that define the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Czechia, Slovakia, and Hungary.

Discover the cities, towns and villages of Central Europe from the comfort of your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship

A world of experiences

Enlightening experiences await on your Central Europe cruise. Sample Riesling wine along the Rhine River, tour the famed Bavarian countryside, delve into art from the Dutch Golden Age, and discover ruins and relics dating back to the ancient Romans.

A glass of white Riesling wine being poured in a green landscape

Riesling, White Wine

Vieux-Lyon on the riverbanks, Lyon, France

Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg

A bridge in Amsterdam over a canal with homes in the background

Amstel River, Amsterdam

View of Cesky Krumlov overlooking the river

Český Krumlov, Czech Republic

Discover Central Europe

A Central Europe river cruise will take you on a mesmerising journey across the continent. Wind your way through picturesque landscapes and uncover the charms of Europe’s most iconic countries.

Marksburg Castle overlooking the Rhine River

A fairy tale landscape

Explore Medieval castles, from ruined remains to long-standing fortresses.
Deutsches Eck (or the German Corner) at the Rhine and Moselle rivers, Koblenz, Germany

Iconic locations

Discover the highlights of storied cities such as Koblenz and Cologne.
Gourmet German bratwurst with sauerkraut and a stein of beer

Hearty Bavarian cuisine

Savour succulent bratwurst, snack on tasty pretzels, and enjoy a stein of beer.

Journey through the heart of Europe

Sail the legendary Rhine & Moselle rivers

Uncover the 'Jewels of the Rhine'

Experience a Danube river cruise

Why cruise with Emerald Cruises?

At Emerald Cruises, your enjoyment comes first. Cruise with the experts and benefit from personalised service as we bring you closer to some of Europe's most exciting destinations.

Emerald Cruises specialise in providing a small cruise ship experience. You’ll notice how measured guest numbers, an excellent staff-to-guest ratio, and the purpose-driven design and layout of our award-winning Star-Ships offer you a comfortable and luxurious Europe cruise experience.

Where we travel

Explore the iconic rivers of Central Europe

Sail each twist and turn, as you navigate the locks and bridges of Central Europe’s mesmerising rivers. From rolling vineyards, enchanting fairy tale-esque castles, you'll pass some of Europe’s major capitals - with a Budapest river cruise offering a particularly captivating perspective on the journey - and a Danube River cruise showcasing the breathtaking beauty of the region. Along the way, you'll encounter plenty of charming villages, all while cruising serenely along the water.

The rivers of Central Europe

Your guide to Europe river cruising

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