river Ship
Emerald Sun
by Emerald River Cruises
The Emerald Sun offers a refined and contemporary river cruise experience, blending elegant design, modern amenities, and personalized service. With a capacity of 182 guests, the ship provides an intimate setting, allowing travelers to fully enjoy Europe’s iconic rivers, including the Rhine, Main, Moselle, and Danube. Its thoughtfully designed accommodations, including spacious suites and staterooms with all-weather balconies, bring the beauty of Europe’s waterways directly to your cabin.
Life onboard the Emerald Sun balances relaxation and engagement. Guests can savor gourmet cuisine in the main restaurant, enjoy alfresco dining on The Terrace, or unwind in the Horizon Bar & Lounge with panoramic river views. Signature features include a heated indoor pool that transforms into an open-air cinema on select evenings, a Sun Deck with a putting green, and wellness facilities including a fitness room and spa services.
With included excursions, drinks, and gratuities, every journey aboard the Emerald Sun is seamless and stress-free. Combining modern luxury, intimate scale, and immersive itineraries, this vessel provides an unforgettable European river cruise experience.
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Emerald River Cruises offers a contemporary, all-inclusive approach to river travel, combining modern comfort with immersive cultural exploration. Sailing Europe’s legendary rivers—including the Danube, Rhine, Main, Moselle, Rhône, and Douro—as well as Southeast Asia’s Mekong, the line delivers thoughtfully curated itineraries that bring travelers closer to the heart of each destination.
The fleet of Star-Ships carries up to 180 guests in spacious suites and staterooms, featuring panoramic lounges, wellness areas, heated pools, and innovative open-air spaces for dining and entertainment. Designed for comfort and intimacy, these vessels allow guests to enjoy scenic views and exclusive access to charming towns, historic landmarks, vineyards, and vibrant riverfront cities. Onboard amenities ensure a seamless experience, with modern dining, attentive service, and thoughtful inclusions throughout every voyage.
Emerald River Cruises is renowned for personalized service and a wealth of inclusions, including all meals, beverages, gratuities, Wi-Fi, and most excursions. Shore experiences are led by local experts, with optional DiscoverMORE or active tours for travelers seeking deeper engagement with each destination. Every voyage balances exploration with comfort, creating a sophisticated yet relaxed river cruise experience.
At Small Ship Travel, we carefully select river cruises that meet the highest standards of authenticity, comfort, and luxury. Emerald River Cruises exemplifies this commitment, offering itineraries that immerse guests in culture, history, and scenic beauty while maintaining an intimate and elegant onboard environment.
Partnering with Small Ship Travel provides access to exclusive itineraries, expert guidance, and personalized service from booking through your return home. Discover the world’s most iconic rivers with Emerald River Cruises, where intimate scale, modern design, and curated experiences create unforgettable journeys.
Reach out to our travel concierges today to create your perfect journey.