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Emerald Star

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167 upcoming departures  ·  83 itineraries

Emerald Star is an 180-guest Emerald Cruises river cruise ship, in service since 2014. This page lists 167 upcoming departures across 83 itineraries, day by day and port by port. Its live AIS position is plotted on the map below and refreshed through the day.

✓ Couples wanting a compact luxury river ship ✓ Travelers who prefer included dining and excursions ✓ Guests seeking balcony-style river views
83 itineraries ● Where is it now?
Class Rivership
Built 2014
Gross Tonnage 3,544
Guests 180
Length 135.0 m
Beam 11.0 m
Decks 4
Cabins 91
Max speed 13.0 kn
Flag Malta
Space ratio 20

Emerald Star 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

  • Couples wanting a compact luxury river ship
  • Travelers who prefer included dining and excursions
  • Guests seeking balcony-style river views
  • Adults enjoying quiet lounges and scenic outdoor spaces
  • Active travelers using walking and fitness facilities

Think twice if you want

  • Families seeking dedicated kids facilities
  • Travelers wanting extensive nightlife or entertainment
  • Passengers needing many accessible cabin choices
  • Guests preferring large resort-style ships
  • Travelers seeking a wide range of specialty restaurants

Live Position ● 5 hours ago

Heading to: Bratislava
10.0 knots

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

About Emerald Star

Emerald Star is a 2014-built Emerald Star-Ship designed for relaxed cruising on Europe’s Rhine, Main, Moselle and Danube rivers. The 135-metre river vessel accommodates up to 180 guests in 91 suites and staterooms across four decks. Passenger highlights include all-weather balcony systems, a heated indoor pool that becomes an evening cinema, a panoramic Horizon Bar & Lounge, regional dining and a Sun Deck with walking and recreation areas.

Ship at a Glance

Operator
Emerald Cruises
Builder / shipyard
Shipyard De Hoop, Lobith, Netherlands
Registry / flag
Malta (confirmed by the ship’s AIS identity)
Call sign
9HA3638
MMSI
229818000

Onboard Experience

Signature highlights

Boutique European river ship with a three-tier atrium, all-weather balcony accommodations, panoramic public spaces and a heated pool that converts into a cinema on selected evenings.

Pools, spa & wellness

The ship offers an indoor pool, fitness facilities and a wellness area with spa-related services. The Sun Deck includes a walking track and outdoor recreation space.

Deck plans

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

Deck 4 · Sun Deck

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

Full deck-by-deck guide →

View the official Emerald Star deck plans from Emerald Cruises →

Cabins & suites

Suite 13% Balcony 66% Oceanview 19% Studio (solo) 2%
CategoryTypeCabinsSizeSleepsDecks
Owner's One-Bedroom SuiteCategory SA. Suite 4 315 sq ft 2 3
Grand Balcony SuiteCategory S. Suite 8 210 sq ft 2 3
Emerald Panorama Balcony SuiteCategories A, B and C. Balcony 60 180 sq ft 2 2, 3
Emerald StateroomCategories D and E; category D and E are the same named stateroom type. Oceanview 17 162 sq ft 2 1

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Dining, bars & venues

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

Dining

Sky Barbecue Included
Deck 4
Open-air barbecue dining area on the Sun Deck.
The Terrace Included
Deck 3
Outdoor dining area adjoining the main social spaces.
Reflections Restaurant Included
Deck 2
Main restaurant serving meals inspired by the regions visited.

Bars & lounges

Horizon Bar & Lounge Varies
Deck 3
Main lounge and bar with indoor seating and river views.

All 11 venues, including pools, spa and entertainment →

History & sister ships

Other Rivership ships

Emerald Destiny Emerald Cruises · 2017 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 Star 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 1 0 1 4 5 3 5 3 2 2 3
Other / multi-region 1 7 0 0 1 8 8 8 7 7 3 5

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

Ports it visits most

Budapest62× Passau50× Vienna50× Bratislava River45× Regensburg33× Amsterdam29× Melk River25× Cologne River23× Rüdesheim am Rhein22× Belgrade21× Giurgiu21× Novi Sad21×

Explore This Ship

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

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Itineraries & Sailings

10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Jun 27, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: May 17, 2027
3 upcoming departures
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10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Aug 22, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Jul 11, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Nov 28, 2027
2 upcoming departures
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10 Nights

10-Night Europe

Next: Jul 4, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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12 Nights

12-Night Europe

Next: May 31, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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13 Nights

13-Night Europe

Next: Mar 13, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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13 Nights

13-Night Europe

Next: May 14, 2027
1 upcoming departure
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All 83 itineraries and their departure dates

All Upcoming Departures

Departure Return Itinerary Nights Region Book
Nov 25, 2026Dec 2, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7European River CruisesBook →
Nov 29, 2026Dec 9, 2026Zurich - Lucerne & Christmas Markets on the Rhine10Book →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 9, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7Book →
Dec 2, 2026Dec 9, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7Book →
Dec 9, 2026Dec 16, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7Book →
Dec 9, 2026Dec 16, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7Book →
Dec 9, 2026Dec 19, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine & Lucerne - Zurich10Book →
Dec 13, 2026Dec 23, 2026Zurich - Lucerne & Christmas Markets on the Rhine10Book →
Dec 16, 2026Dec 23, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7Book →
Dec 16, 2026Dec 23, 2026Christmas Markets on the Rhine7European River CruisesBook →
Feb 20, 2027Mar 6, 2027Early Season Splendours of Europe14European River CruisesBook →
Mar 6, 2027Mar 13, 2027Danube Explorer7European River CruisesBook →
Mar 13, 2027Mar 26, 202713-Night Europe13Book →
Mar 13, 2027Mar 20, 2027Danube Explorer7European River CruisesBook →
Mar 20, 2027Mar 27, 2027Danube Explorer7European River CruisesBook →
Mar 27, 2027Apr 3, 2027Danube Explorer7European River CruisesBook →
Apr 3, 2027Apr 13, 2027Danube Explorer & Prague10Book →
Apr 3, 2027Apr 10, 2027Danube Explorer7European River CruisesBook →
Apr 10, 2027Apr 17, 2027Danube Explorer7European River CruisesBook →
Apr 10, 2027Apr 24, 2027Discovery of the Danube14European River CruisesBook →
Apr 15, 2027Apr 28, 2027Budapest Escape & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Istanbul13Book →
Apr 15, 2027Apr 29, 2027Budapest Escape & Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Transylvania14Book →
Apr 15, 2027Apr 25, 2027Enchantment of Eastern Europe with Budapest and Bucharest10Book →
Apr 17, 2027Apr 28, 2027Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Istanbul11Book →

Showing the next 24 of 167 departures. Every itinerary and its dates are listed under All itineraries above.

Emerald Star FAQ

What flag does Emerald Star sail under?

Emerald Star is registered in Malta.

How many passengers does Emerald Star hold?

Emerald Star carries about 180 guests.

How old is Emerald Star?

Emerald Star entered service in 2014.

How big is Emerald Star?

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

What is the dress code on Emerald Star?

There are no formal nights. Smart-casual clothing is appropriate for dinner.

What dining venues are included on Emerald Star?

Reflections Restaurant and The Terrace provide the ship's main dining options, with Sky Barbecue also listed on the Sun Deck. Dining is included in the standard cruise fare.

Are gratuities included on Emerald Star?

Onboard and onshore gratuities are included in the standard cruise fare.

Is Wi-Fi included on Emerald Star?

Wi-Fi is included onboard.

Does Emerald Star have accessible accommodation?

Stateroom 202 has a modified entry and bathroom configuration with personal assistance fittings. The operator does not publish a broader accessible-cabin range for this ship.

Are there kids facilities on Emerald Star?

The published onboard layout does not name a dedicated kids facility or supervised youth program.