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Embark on an exhilarating journey through the heart of Europe with Emerald’s unparalleled Danube River Cruise. Each day promises captivating experiences alongside a plethora of excursions and first-class amenities.
Dive into Bavarian life with a local farm visit; traverse the UNESCO-listed town of Ceský Krumlov; explore Melk Abbey and enjoy optional adventures like hiking and biking – make the Danube your oyster while you stay aboard an iconic Emerald Waterways River Cruise vessel.
After a long day of discovering and exploring the many glories of some of Europe’s most iconic cities, return to your luxury cruise ship and relax with a meal in the restaurant, a splash in the heated pool, or a rest in your elegant cabin. Opulence and excitement await you on the Danube Explorer cruise.
Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises 
Ship: Emerald Star 
Duration: 7 Nights 
Departure: Oct & Apr - Jun & Oct Choose from our expertly-crafted itinerary filled with a spectrum of delightful experiences: sail to Bratislava for a guided city tour, accompanied by local Slovakian entertainment; discover Budapest’s mediaeval quarter; immerse yourself in local European cultures. Take to all the Danube has to offer and experience the epitome of opulence on your Danube Explorer cruise.
Arrive in Munich and transfer to Passau. Enjoy dinner aboard your ship.
Visit a local farm for insights into Bavarian life. Alternatively, choose a hiking excursion to Veste Oberhaus. Enjoy a Bavarian brunch or Bavaria Live.
Explore Ceský Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed town, on a guided tour.
Visit Melk Abbey. Go on an optional hike or bike tour to Weissenkirchen. Embark on an optional vineyard hike and wine tasting in Weissenkirchen.
Embark on a guided tour of Vienna. Or, go on a bike tour in Vienna. Enjoy a Viennese evening concert.
Go on a guided hike to Bratislava Castle or embark on a guided city tour. Enjoy local Slovakian entertainment on board your ship.
Explore Budapest’s mediaeval quarter. Go on a culinary tour of Budapest with a Grand Market visit. Enjoy an optional hike to Gellert Hill, a tour to Szentendre, or a Hungarian Bath Experience. Admire a traditional Hungarian folklore show on board.
After breakfast, disembark the ship for your transfer to the airport.
Be met at the airport and transferred to the surrounds of your ship, where your captain and crew will be waiting to welcome you. This evening, enjoy a traditional Hungarian folklore show.
Explore Budapest’s mediaeval quarter. Go on a culinary tour of Budapest with a Grand Market visit. Enjoy an optional hike to Gellert Hill, a tour to Szentendre, or a Hungarian Bath Experience. Admire a traditional Hungarian folklore show on board.
Go on a guided hike to Bratislava Castle or embark on a guided city tour. Enjoy local Slovakian entertainment on board your ship.
Embark on a guided tour of Vienna. Or, go on a bike tour in Vienna. Enjoy a Viennese evening concert.
Visit Melk Abbey. Go on an optional hike or bike tour to Weissenkirchen. Embark on an optional vineyard hike and wine tasting in Weissenkirchen.
Explore Ceský Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed town, on a guided tour.
Visit a local farm for insights into Bavarian life. Alternatively, choose a hiking excursion to Veste Oberhaus. Enjoy a Bavarian brunch or Bavaria Live.
After breakfast, disembark the ship for your transfer to the airport.
From the activities on the Sun Deck to the comfort and peace of a luxury suite or stateroom, no detail is overlooked on the Emerald Star. Enjoy a blend of home-from-home comfort, elegant interiors with modern amenities, and five-star service.
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Crew of 52 Become an explorer of the Danube with Crui.se
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Our cruise offers onboard amenities, luxurious cabins, a vast array of dining options, entertainment, fitness facilities, and much more! Read about the Emerald Star and all she has to offer under the About The Emerald Star section of this page.
The Danube Explorer cruise offers a variety of excursions, including city tours, cultural experiences and active excursions.
Your itinerary may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated in the itinerary.
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