Central Europe river cruises
Discover enchanting landscapes and fairy tale scenery as you sail the beautiful rivers of Central Europe.
Discover the cities, towns, and villages of Central Europe from the comfort of your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship.
Start Planning your Europe river cruise
Learn more about what to expect on your Europe river cruise with Emerald Cruises, from our destinations, onboard spaces, & excursions—or find your perfect itinerary.
A world of experiences
Enlightening experiences await on your Central Europe cruise. Sample Riesling wine along the Rhine River, tour the famed Bavarian countryside, explore art from the Dutch Golden Age, and discover ruins and relics dating back to the ancient Romans.
Riesling, White Wine
Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg
Amstel River, Amsterdam
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.
A fairy tale landscape
Iconic locations
Hearty Bavarian cuisine
Imperial grandeur
Tour Wachau Valley
Irresistible treats
The best of Budapest
Rich in culture
The delicacies of Hungary
Featured Itineraries
Seek inspiration from our most popular itineraries to start planning your unforgettable cruise.
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 specialize 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.
Our award-winning Star-Ships
Emerald Cruises’ contemporary river-cruising Star-Ships are designed to sail the waterways of Central Europe, guiding you through the twists and turns of each river. Revel in your sanctuary, where every finishing touch and elegant flourish has been chosen with care.
Designed to guarantee complete comfort on your Central Europe river cruise, our Star-Ships provide an abundance of space for socialising or for relaxing on your own. Enjoy culinary delights in the Reflections Restaurant and join new-found friends for drinks at the Horizon Bar. Head to the Sun Deck for a game of golf on the putting green or enjoy a dip in the indoor pool before it transforms into a cinema space on selected evenings.
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 mesmerizing rivers. You’ll pass rolling vineyards, enchanting fairy tale-esque castles, some of Europe’s major capitals, and plenty of charming villages as you cruise serenely along the water.
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