Emerald Dawn European river cruise ship pool

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Emerald Dawn

A Contemporary Way to Explore Europe’s Rivers

A modern Emerald Star-Ship offering relaxed luxury, open spaces, and effortless river cruising across Central Europe.

Guests
182
92 rooms + suites
Crew
47
Passenger to Crew: 3.87:1
Class
Star-Ship
One of ten
Built
2015
Refreshed regularly
  • 5-star accommodation
  • ABC Trips Fave
  • All-Inclusive
  • Family-Friendly

Emerald Dawn delivers a fresh take on river cruising, blending clean-lined design with thoughtful amenities that keep the focus on the journey itself. Floor-to-ceiling windows, open-air decks, and a calm onboard atmosphere create an inviting setting for watching Europe unfold along the water.

Purpose-built for Europe’s most iconic rivers, Emerald Dawn balances efficiency and comfort, allowing for smooth navigation through historic cities and scenic countryside. With a highly inclusive experience and a relaxed pace, the ship is well suited to travelers who value immersive exploration without formality.

On board + on site

What makes Emerald Dawn the ship

Reflections Restaurant on Emerald Star-Ships

Reflections Restaurant

Savor delightful chef-prepared meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with dishes inspired by local flavors and a few favorites you may recognize from home.

Horizon Bar + Lounge on Emerald Star-Ships

Horizon Bar + Lounge

Fitted with comfortable seating, a well-stocked bar, a dance floor and entertainment space, this is the premier spot to relax, unwind, or dance the night away.

Emerald River Star-Ships indoor/outdoor pool

Indoor/Outdoor Pool

By day, this a relaxing space to take a leisurely dip while you enjoy the revitalizing river breeze from the retractable roof.

Two men play mini golf on the deck of a river cruise ship

Sun Deck

Enjoy the best views of the river from this spacious vantage point. Bask in the sunshine as you enjoy a drink, or challenge a fellow guest to some putting.

Two guests dine together on an al fresco patio

The Terrace

Enjoy a light snack or refreshing drink in this partly indoor and outdoor space that serves as a spectacular vantage point from which to soak up the scenery.

Gym

Each European Star-Ship features a compact gym with modern equipment, making it easy to keep up a fitness routine while cruising Europe’s rivers.

A man gets a massage from a woman in a spa

Onboard Spa

Take some time out for yourself and indulge in a relaxing massage or pampering session courtesy of the on board wellness team.

Onboard cinema on a river cruise ship

Evening Cinema

On select evenings, enjoy the cleverly transformed evening cinema, complete with popcorn. The space also becomes the Riverside Lounge to enjoy the river views in the ambiance of calming music and soft lighting.

Note: not available on Emerald Radiance

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Cabins + suites

Where you'll sleep.

Emerald Star-Ships: Owner's One-Bedroom Suite

Owner's One-Bedroom Suite

285-315 ft²

A limited number of Owner’s One-Bedroom Suites are available on each Star-Ship, making them our most exclusive suites. A separate living room and bedroom area offers a greater amount of space, and a walk-in closet provides ample storage room.

Emerald Star-Ships: Grand Balcony Suite

Grand Balcony Suite

207-210 ft²

Grand Balcony Suites come with an outdoor private balcony area, complete with an open-air system. A pillow menu ensures you have the best night’s sleep possible, and a continental breakfast can be delivered to your room on request.

Emerald Star-Ships: Emerald Riverview Suite

Emerald Riverview Suite

300 ft²

Exclusive to Emerald Radiance - our Star-Ship sailing the Douro River - the Riverview Suite is a spacious suite option that has floor-to-ceiling windows and our innovative balcony system.

Emerald Star-Ships: Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite

160-180 ft²

These chic suites are perfect for viewing the scenery passing by. Our innovative all-weather balcony system allows the floor-to-ceiling window to drop down electronically, and an indoor decked area allows you to enjoy the sights in all their glory.

Emerald Star-Ships: Emerald Stateroom

Emerald Stateroom

153-170 ft²

Staterooms boast a spacious layout when it comes to European small-ship river cruising. A picture window provides plenty of natural light, and your en-suite bathroom will be fully stocked with luxurious ESPA toiletries.

Emerald Star-Ships: Emerald Single Stateroom

Emerald Single Stateroom

105-117 ft²

Select Star-Ships on the Danube, Moselle, Rhine, and Rhône rivers come with tastefully appointed cabins specially built for solo travelers, with excellent levels of comfort to guarantee the perfect accommodation for one.

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Our walkthrough

Emerald Dawn on film

On Board the European Star-Ships

Discover more: https://bit.ly/33OJ3Aw Navigating the rivers Rhine, Main, Danube and Moselle, our innovative Emerald Cruises Star-Ships will guide you through some of Europe's most magical rivers, letting you explore the many enchanting cities which line their banks. Cruise to Budapest and experience the beauty of Eastern Europe.

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