Cruise through Northern Europe and Baltic Sea for 12 nights with Emerald Cruises, departing Budapest aboard Emerald Star. Your journey takes in 3 ports of call, including Bratislava, Melk, and Passau. Whether you're relaxing on deck on a sea day or exploring ashore, this Emerald Cruises journey offers something for everyone. From £2,214 per person, you could be stepping aboard the Emerald Star and heading for Northern Europe and Baltic Sea.
Emerald Cruises offers a modern, relaxed, super-premium all-inclusive cruising experience, with contemporary and elegant ships and bucket-list destinations.
Onboard, guests are able to dine at four all-inclusive and unique outlets, enjoying free-flowing alcoholic beverages at mealtimes. Flexibility is key, with its range of shore excursion packages, and every aspect of the trip is taken care of – including flights and transfers.
Many Danube cruises start or end in Budapest, and the Hungarian capital remains a highlight for passengers. It’s a crowd-pleaser of a city, with something for everyone – muscle-melting thermal spas for those seeking relaxation, museums packed with artefacts for the culturally curious and ruin bars for travellers searching for an offbeat adventure.
View moreKnown as 'the little big city', Bratislava is smaller than most other European capitals, but still has plenty to do. From castles and clock towers to cocktail bars and 'the UFO Bridge', it's full of mysteries you'll want to unravel.
View moreThe Austrian capital is full of old-world charm. Art lovers marvel at the works of the old masters while the musically inclined head to a gilded concert hall to listen to a world-class orchestra or a ballroom for a Viennese Waltz workshop. For foodies, there's plenty to surprise and delight, from the high-ceilinged coffeehouses to the traditional wine bars that embody gemütlichkeit (the Austrian answer to hygge).
View moreThis city is full of historical treasures, but Melk Abbey, renowned for its Baroque architecture, makes it a must-visit destination on the Danube.
View moreLinz is a charming stop on a Danube cruise for a variety of reasons. Firstly, it's home to Austria's largest cathedral. Secondly, it has an impressive array of art and science museums. Last, but certainly not least, it's the home of the delicious Linzertorte, which is especially popular around Christmas.
View moreOwing to its position at the confluence of the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz, this German city has enjoyed a long history as a religious and commercial centre. Today, you can peer into its storied past and learn about its prince bishops' courts and mysterious guilds. Also, St Stephen's Cathedral is home to the biggest organ outside of the USA.
View morePrague isn’t on the Elbe, but it’s often the starting or ending point of Elbe River itineraries, reached via overland transfer from Mělník.Known as the “City of a Hundred Spires”, Prague is one of Europe’s most beautiful capitals, with a medieval heart that’s made for wandering. The Old Town is a maze of winding alleys, baroque churches and ornate façades. Don’t miss the astronomical clock on the Old Town Hall, or the Gothic Charles Bridge – lined with statues and musicians – which links to the historic castle district. A popular excursion is a guided walk ending with panoramic views from Prague CastleMany cruises include a hotel night here, giving time to enjoy the café culture, riverside beer gardens and the city’s famously atmospheric evenings.
View moreOur innovative Star-Ships feature a wealth of contemporary design features. We’ve pushed the boundaries of European river cruising, carefully designing our three-tiered atrium and heated pool that seamlessly transforms into a cinema on selected evenings.
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