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The cruise fare is identical whether you book direct with Emerald River Cruises or by Small Ship Travel. Cruise lines set their fares, and they do not discount them for direct bookings. Loyalty Program members earn 2% to 5% credit per booking, in addition to any rewards from the cruise line, and points carry across every cruise line we book.

	Book Direct	Book by Small Ship Travel
The cruise fare	From $10,440 per person	From $10,440 per person. The fare is the fare.
Loyalty credit	The line's own program	2–5% credit earned per booking for members, in addition to any rewards you receive from the cruise line*
Advice	Emerald River Cruises's ships, known well	We compare across Viking, AmaWaterways, Silversea, and the rest, then put you on the right one
Cabin selection	Brochure categories	Which cabins to target on this ship, and which look equivalent on paper but run smaller in practice
If plans change	The line's call center	An advocate who knows you, your booking, and people at the line

* Credit applies to a non-cruise portion of your booking. $250 credit for new clients who have not previously booked with Small Ship Travel. Loyalty Program details

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Your ships · Emerald River Cruises fleet

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River cruise · Australia & New Zealand · Emerald River Cruises

Emerald Dawn

180
Guests
2015
Launched

Emerald Dawn sets a new benchmark for modern river cruising, offering sophisticated design, innovative features, and an intimate experience for discerning travelers. Cruising the Rhine, Main, Danube, and Moselle rivers, the ship docks in the heart of Europe’s most iconic cities, allowing guests to explore at leisure.

Onboard, the striking three-tiered atrium and heated pool—transforming into an open-air cinema on select evenings—highlight the ship’s contemporary elegance. Guests can select from a variety of suites and staterooms, each featuring all-weather balcony systems, flat-screen HDTVs with infotainment, luxurious toiletries, and hotel-style beds. The Emerald Owner’s One-Bedroom Suites provide private balconies, separate living spaces, walk-in wardrobes, complimentary minibars, and exclusive Captain’s Table dining.

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