Why cruise on this ship?
The MV Esmeralda is one of our exclusively chartered ships which takes in the magnificent Danube River and its astounding towns and cities.
Dining
All meals are served in the stylish Main Deck restaurant, allowing you to admire some of Europe’s most stunning scenery as you savour the delightful delicacies.
Restaurant
The Esmeralda’s inviting restaurant offers a variety of table settings, so whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple or in a large group, you’ll be catered for. The stunning views from the restaurant provide the perfect backdrop from which to enjoy your meals.
In the morning, you’ll be treated to a hot and cold buffet breakfast whilst you admire the Danube’s tranquil waters, morning coffee and a three-course lunch as your ship meanders through winding valleys. And end the day looking out over inspiring mountain scenery with a four-course evening meal, with a choice of menu. Don’t forget the impressive Captain’s dinner.
Features
- Experience: Complimentary
- Food type: Classic
Entertaining
In the evening, hit the dance floor to the sounds of the on-board keyboardist and sit back with a drink alongside your river cruise companions.




Lounge Bar
If you’d rather relax inside the ship, the lounge offers leather couches and comfy chairs. You’ll also find a selection of books and games, so whether you’d prefer a bit of “me time” or to be more sociable, you’ll never be short of something to do.
In the evening, you can hit the dance floor to the sounds of the on board keyboardist, or simply sit back with a drink and discuss the day’s sightseeing with your river cruise companions.
Features
- Lounge

Sun Deck
As you cruise along the Danube, head up to the spacious Sun Deck, the best place from which to admire the ever-changing scenery floating by.
Features
- Sun Deck
Enrichment
Experience exciting expeditions ashore with SEADREAM’S Yachting Land Adventures. The excursions are designed so each guest may experience the destinations to their fullest.
Health and fitness
Please note: there are no dedicated Health & Fitness facilities onboard the ship.
Kids and teens
Please note: there are no dedicated Kids & Teens facilities onboard the ship.
Accommodation
With so much to see and do, you’ll want to spend most of your time gazing out over the water. But that doesn’t mean Shearings don’t pay attention to their cabins – by staying in any of the 63 outward facing cabins in the Main and Promenade Decks, you’ll be treated to your own little glimpse of life on the river.
They just want to make sure you have an outstanding cruise adventure.
Grade A Twin Cabins
Located on the Promenade deck, these cabins feature picture windows.
All the cabins are comfortably equipped with private facilities, twin beds, air conditioning/heating, satellite TV and a safety deposit box.
Features
- Double or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk

Grade B Single/Twin Cabins
Located on the Main deck, these cabins feature picture windows.
All the cabins are comfortably equipped with private facilities, twin beds, air conditioning/heating, satellite TV and a safety deposit box.
Features
- Double or Twin Configuration
- Shower
- Toiletries Provided
- TV
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
- Desk
Deck plans

Promenade Deck
- Lounge Bar
- Grade A Twin Cabins

Main Deck
- Restaurant
- Grade B Twin Cabins
- Grade B Single Cabins