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Emerald Destiny

Emerald Cruises
166 upcoming departures  ·  96 itineraries

Emerald Destiny is an 180-guest Emerald Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2017. This page lists 166 upcoming departures across 96 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ River cruisers wanting an intimate ship ✓ Travelers who value balcony-style suites ✓ Guests seeking included dining and Wi-Fi
96 itineraries ● Where is it now?
Class Rivership
Built 2017
Gross Tonnage 3,544
Guests 180
Crew 52
Length 135.0 m
Beam 11.0 m
Decks 4
Cabins 91
Max speed 13.0 kn
Flag Malta
Guests per crew 3.5
Space ratio 20

Emerald Destiny at a glance

Ship size

Bigger than 32%

A small expedition-size ship at 3,544 gross tons — #376 of 566 ships we track. 20 tons of ship per guest.

Best for

  • River cruisers wanting an intimate ship
  • Travelers who value balcony-style suites
  • Guests seeking included dining and Wi-Fi
  • Active passengers using outdoor recreation areas
  • Couples preferring smart-casual cruising

Think twice if you want

  • Travelers seeking extensive nightlife
  • Families needing dedicated kids facilities
  • Passengers wanting many specialty restaurants
  • Guests who prefer large ocean-going ships

Live Position ● 41 minutes ago

Heading to: Passau

Currently on: Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards (10 nights)

Full port route isn't linked for this sailing yet.

3.0 knots

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

About Emerald Destiny

Emerald Destiny is an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship built for intimate European river cruising on waterways including the Rhine, Main, Moselle and Danube. The 135-metre vessel accommodates up to 180 guests in 91 suites and staterooms, with four passenger decks and a contemporary design focused on panoramic river views. Its compact size supports central-city docking, while the onboard atmosphere combines relaxed social spaces, regional dining and attentive service.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Emerald Cruises
Registry / flag
Malta (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
HA4499
MMSI
248063000

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

The ship features a three-tier atrium, panoramic public areas, a spacious Sun Deck with walking track and putting green, and an indoor pool that converts into an evening cinema on selected nights.

For families

The ship is primarily designed for adult-oriented river cruising; family suitability and age rules may vary by sailing policy.

Pools, spa & wellness

Facilities include a fitness area, wellness area and Sun Deck walking track, along with the heated indoor pool.

Accessibility

The ship has lifts serving its main passenger decks, but river-ship access can vary by embarkation point and water level. Passengers with mobility needs should confirm suitability with Emerald Cruises before booking.

Environmental features

Emerald Destiny is a modern, relatively compact river vessel designed for European waterways, reducing the scale and infrastructure demands associated with much larger ocean ships. Specific vessel-level emissions or certification data were not located.

Deck plans

Riviera DeckVista DeckHorizon DeckSun Deck

Venues Cabins only Both · Tap a deck to see what's on it

Sun Deck · Sun Deck

Sky Barbecue Golf Putting Green Games Area Walking Track Sun Deck with Deck Chairs Navigation Bridge Retractable Glass Roof

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official Emerald Destiny deck plans from Emerald Cruises →

Cabins & suites

Suite 13% Balcony 66% Oceanview 21%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeSleepsDecks
Owner’s One-Bedroom SuiteCategory SA. Suite 4 315 sq ft 2 Horizon Deck
Grand Balcony SuiteCategory S; cabin 316 has a slightly varied layout. Suite 8 210 sq ft 2 Horizon Deck
Emerald Panorama Balcony SuiteCategories A, B and C; category A has 23 cabins, B has 18, and C has 19. Balcony 60 180 sq ft 2 Horizon Deck, Vista Deck
Emerald StateroomCategories D and E; category D has 8 cabins and E has 9. Oceanview 17 162 sq ft 2 Riviera Deck

Compare all 5 cabin categories →

Dining, bars & venues

8 included 1 extra cost in the fare, by the line's own published policy.

Dining

Sky Barbecue Included
Deck Sun Deck
An outdoor barbecue dining venue on the Sun Deck.
The Terrace Included
Deck Horizon Deck
An alfresco area for light food and drinks.
Reflections Restaurant Included
Deck Vista Deck
The main restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Bars & lounges

Horizon Bar & Lounge Varies
Deck Horizon Deck
A lounge and bar for drinks and evening entertainment.

All 11 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

Other Rivership ships

Emerald Star Emerald Cruises · 2014 Emerald Radiance Emerald Cruises · 2017 Avalon Envision Avalon Waterways S.S. Audrey Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection S.S. Marlene Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection S.S. São Gabriel Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection S.S. São Rafael Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection Aqua Blu Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 1968 River Duchess Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 2003 S.S. La Venezia Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 2003 S.S. Bon Voyage Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection · 2006 AmaLyra AmaWaterways · 2009

Where Emerald Destiny sails, month by month

Nov
26		 Dec
26		 Jan
27		 Feb
27		 Mar
27		 Apr
27		 May
27		 Jun
27		 Jul
27		 Aug
27		 Sep
27		 Oct
27
European River Cruises 1 2 0 0 0 1 5 3 4 2 5 2
Northern Europe 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0
Other / multi-region 1 3 0 0 3 14 9 9 6 8 10 6

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

Ports it visits most

Amsterdam35× Budapest35× Vienna33× Passau32× Bratislava River31× Koblenz26× Breisach am Rhein25× Basel25× Mannheim23× Strasbourg River23× Regensburg22× Cologne River17×

Explore This Ship

Jump from Emerald Destiny sailings into the broader destination network with cruise line and region hub pages.

All Emerald Cruises port guides European River Cruises cruises Northern Europe cruises

Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Aug 1, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Jul 18, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Apr 11, 2027
2 upcoming departures
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10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Apr 23, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Mar 26, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Dec 8, 2026
1 upcoming departure
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11 Nights

11-Night Europe

Next: Apr 8, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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12 Nights

12-Night Europe

Next: Jun 10, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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12 Nights

12-Night Europe

Next: May 5, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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All 96 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Nov 12, 2026Nov 19, 2026Jewels of the Rhine7European River CruisesBook →
Nov 24, 2026Dec 1, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7Book →
Dec 1, 2026Dec 8, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7Book →
Dec 5, 2026Dec 15, 2026Zurich - Lucerne & Christmas Markets on the Rhine10Book →
Dec 8, 2026Dec 18, 202610-Night Europe10Book →
Dec 8, 2026Dec 15, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7European River CruisesBook →
Dec 15, 2026Dec 22, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7European River CruisesBook →
Mar 16, 2027Mar 26, 2027Waterways of the Netherlands and Belgium10Book →
Mar 26, 2027Apr 8, 2027Waterways of the Netherlands and Belgium & Copenhagen13Book →
Mar 26, 2027Apr 5, 202710-Night Europe10Book →
Mar 26, 2027Apr 5, 2027Waterways of the Netherlands and Belgium10Northern EuropeBook →
Apr 2, 2027Apr 15, 2027Belgian & Holland Delights with Copenhagen13Book →
Apr 2, 2027Apr 12, 2027Belgian Delights & Holland in Bloom10Book →
Apr 5, 2027Apr 15, 2027Holland & Belgium in Bloom & Copenhagen10Book →
Apr 5, 2027Apr 12, 2027Holland & Belgium in Bloom7Northern EuropeBook →
Apr 7, 2027Apr 21, 202714-Night Europe14Book →
Apr 8, 2027Apr 19, 202711-Night Europe11Book →
Apr 11, 2027Apr 21, 202710-Night Europe10Book →
Apr 12, 2027Apr 22, 2027Tulips of the Rhine & Lucerne - Zurich10Book →
Apr 12, 2027Apr 19, 2027Early Season on the Rhine7European River CruisesBook →
Apr 19, 2027Apr 26, 2027Tulips & the Rhine7Book →
Apr 23, 2027May 3, 2027Tulips and the Rhine & Copenhagen10Book →
Apr 23, 2027May 6, 2027Copenhagen to Zurich & Tulips and the Rhine13Book →
Apr 23, 2027May 3, 202710-Night Europe10Book →

Showing the next 24 of 166 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Emerald Destiny FAQ

What flag does Emerald Destiny sail under?

Emerald Destiny is registered in Malta.

How many passengers does Emerald Destiny hold?

Emerald Destiny carries about 180 guests with roughly 52 crew.

How old is Emerald Destiny?

Emerald Destiny entered service in 2017.

How big is Emerald Destiny?

At 3,544 gross tons and 135 m long, Emerald Destiny is a small expedition-size ship — larger than 32% of the 566 cruise ships cruises.to tracks.

What is the dress code on Emerald Destiny?

There is no formal dress code; evening clothing is generally smart casual.

Is dining included on Emerald Destiny?

Meals and the ship’s listed dining experiences are included, with complimentary beverages available with meals.

Are gratuities included?

Emerald’s European river cruises include onboard and onshore gratuities.

Is Wi-Fi included?

Wi-Fi is included on Emerald’s European Star-Ships, subject to availability and connectivity.

Does Emerald Destiny have a pool?

Yes. The ship has a daytime pool on the Horizon Deck that can be converted into an evening cinema.