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Emerald Radiance

160 upcoming departures  ·  24 itineraries

Emerald Radiance is an 112-guest Emerald Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2017. This page lists 160 upcoming departures across 24 itineraries in Mediterranean, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

Class Rivership
Built 2017
Guests 112
Decks 4
Cabins 56
Max speed 11.0 kn
Flag Portugal

Live Position ● 46 minutes ago

0.0 knots

Position via AIS — updated periodically, not real-time.

About Emerald Radiance

Emerald Radiance is Emerald Cruises’ intimate Douro River Star-Ship, purpose-built for Portugal’s winding waterways. Carrying up to 112 guests in 56 cabins, the ship offers a quieter boutique experience centered on panoramic river views and relaxed social spaces. Passenger highlights include the Horizon Bar & Lounge, Reflections Restaurant, Sky Barbecue, fitness and wellness facilities, and an alfresco Serenity Pool on the Sun Deck. Its exclusive Riverview Suites add floor-to-ceiling windows and Emerald’s innovative balcony system.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Emerald Cruises
Builder / shipyard
West Sea Estaleiros Navais, Viana do Castelo, Portugal
Registry / flag
Portugal (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
MMSI
263673936

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

Designed specifically for the Douro River, Emerald Radiance combines a small-ship atmosphere with contemporary public spaces, panoramic accommodation, and an alfresco Serenity Pool. The ship has four named passenger decks: Riviera, Vista, Horizon, and Sun.

Dining

Reflections Restaurant provides the principal breakfast, lunch, and dinner venue, while Sky Barbecue offers an informal outdoor dining option. The Terrace supports alfresco dining and refreshments.

Entertainment

The Horizon Bar & Lounge is the principal social venue, with open seating for relaxing and meeting fellow guests. Emerald Radiance does not have the indoor pool-to-cinema arrangement found on some other Emerald Star-Ships.

Staterooms & suites

The ship has 56 cabins comprising 10 Emerald Staterooms and 46 suites. Accommodation includes Panorama Balcony Suites, an Owner’s One-Bedroom Suite, and two exclusive 300-square-foot Riverview Suites with floor-to-ceiling windows and Emerald’s balcony system.

Pools, spa & wellness

The Sun Deck features an alfresco Serenity Pool, while the Riviera Deck includes fitness and wellness facilities. Emerald Radiance replaces the indoor heated pool found on many sister Star-Ships with this spa-style outdoor pool.

Accessibility

A passenger elevator serves the main cabin and public decks, according to published ship descriptions. Travelers with specific mobility requirements should confirm suitability directly with Emerald Cruises before booking.

History & sister ships

Other Rivership ships

Where Emerald Radiance sails, month by month

Oct
26
Nov
26
Dec
26
Jan
27
Feb
27
Mar
27
Apr
27
May
27
Jun
27
Jul
27
Aug
27
Sep
27
Mediterranean 7 2 0 0 0 6 10 12 11 12 12 6

Departures per month over the next 12 months, from the cruise line's published schedule.

Explore This Ship

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Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10-Night Portugal

Next: Oct 14, 2026
1 upcoming departure
13 Nights

13-Night Portugal

Next: Apr 7, 2027
3 upcoming departures
10 Nights

Barcelona & Secrets of the Douro

Next: May 5, 2027
3 upcoming departures
13 Nights

Barcelona to Lisbon & Secrets of the Douro

Next: May 5, 2027
3 upcoming departures
14 Nights

Discover the Douro & Rhone rivers

Next: Apr 29, 2028
4 upcoming departures
20 Nights

Discover the South of France & Portugal: Lisbon to Nice

Next: Mar 31, 2027
1 upcoming departure
17 Nights

Lisbon & Discover the Rivers of France & Portugal

Next: Oct 14, 2026
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

Lisbon & Secrets of the Douro

Next: Mar 17, 2027
17 upcoming departures
10 Nights

Lisbon & Secrets of the Douro

Next: Apr 26, 2028
9 upcoming departures
13 Nights

Lisbon to Barcelona & Secrets of the Douro

Next: May 17, 2028
3 upcoming departures
13 Nights

Lisbon to Barcelona & Secrets of the Douro

Next: Apr 14, 2027
3 upcoming departures
13 Nights

Lisbon to Madrid with Secrets of the Douro

Next: Jul 21, 2027
2 upcoming departures
20 Nights

Lisbon to Nice & Discover the Rivers of France & Portugal

Next: Oct 14, 2026
1 upcoming departure
10 Nights

Madrid & Secrets of the Douro

Next: Apr 5, 2028
4 upcoming departures
13 Nights

Madrid to Lisbon & Secrets of the Douro

Next: Apr 5, 2028
4 upcoming departures
7 Nights

Secrets of the Douro

Next: Mar 25, 2028
30 upcoming departures
7 Nights

Secrets of the Douro

Next: Oct 17, 2026
4 upcoming departures
7 Nights

Secrets of the Douro

Next: Mar 20, 2027
34 upcoming departures
10 Nights

Secrets of the Douro & Barcelona

Next: May 20, 2028
3 upcoming departures
10 Nights

Secrets of the Douro & Barcelona

Next: Apr 17, 2027
3 upcoming departures
10 Nights

Secrets of the Douro & Lisbon

Next: Apr 8, 2028
9 upcoming departures
10 Nights

Secrets of the Douro & Lisbon

Next: Oct 24, 2026
2 upcoming departures
10 Nights

Secrets of the Douro & Lisbon

Next: Mar 27, 2027
14 upcoming departures
10 Nights

Secrets of the Douro & Madrid

Next: Jul 24, 2027
2 upcoming departures

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Oct 14, 2026 Nov 3, 2026 Lisbon to Nice & Discover the Rivers of France & Portugal 20 Mediterranean Book →
Oct 14, 2026 Oct 24, 2026 10-Night Portugal 10 Mediterranean Book →
Oct 14, 2026 Oct 31, 2026 Lisbon & Discover the Rivers of France & Portugal 17 Mediterranean Book →
Oct 17, 2026 Oct 24, 2026 Secrets of the Douro 7 Mediterranean Book →
Oct 24, 2026 Oct 31, 2026 Secrets of the Douro 7 Mediterranean Book →
Oct 24, 2026 Nov 3, 2026 Secrets of the Douro & Lisbon 10 Mediterranean Book →
Oct 31, 2026 Nov 7, 2026 Secrets of the Douro 7 Mediterranean Book →
Nov 7, 2026 Nov 14, 2026 Secrets of the Douro 7 Mediterranean Book →
Nov 7, 2026 Nov 17, 2026 Secrets of the Douro & Lisbon 10 Mediterranean Book →
Mar 17, 2027 Mar 27, 2027 Lisbon & Secrets of the Douro 10 Mediterranean Book →
Mar 20, 2027 Mar 27, 2027 Secrets of the Douro 7 Mediterranean Book →
Mar 27, 2027 Apr 3, 2027 Secrets of the Douro 7 Mediterranean Book →

Emerald Radiance FAQ

What flag does Emerald Radiance sail under?

Emerald Radiance is registered in Portugal.

How many passengers does Emerald Radiance hold?

Emerald Radiance carries about 112 guests.

How old is Emerald Radiance?

Emerald Radiance entered service in 2017.