Our innovative Star-Ships feature a wealth of contemporary design features. We’ve pushed the boundaries of European river cruising, carefully designing our three-tiered atrium and heated pool that seamlessly transforms into a cinema on selected evenings.
Emerald Sun
Emerald Sun
Ship Facts
| Launch Year | 2015 | Refit Year | |||||
| Language | en | Gross Tonnage | 3544 | ||||
| Length | 135 | Width | 11 | ||||
| Currency | EUR | Speed | 13 | ||||
| Capacity | 180 | Crew Count | 51 | ||||
| Deck Count | 4 | Cabin Count | 91 | ||||
| Large Cabin Count | 0 | Wheelchair Cabin Count | 0 | ||||
| Electrical Plugs |
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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 wardrobe provides ample storage room.
Suite inclusions
- Outdoor private balcony with open-air system
- Separate bedroom and lounge area
- Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
- Pillow menu
- En-suite bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Walk-in wardrobe
- Complimentary in-suite mini- bar, restocked daily with wine, beer and soft drinks
- Complimentary Nespresso machine
- Continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés and after-dinner sweet treats served in your suite
- Four items of laundry per day
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Use of an iPad
- Flat screen TV and infotainment system
- Individual climate control
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
- Walking sticks
Grand Balcony Suites come with an outdoor private balcony area, complete with 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.
Suite Inclusions
- Outdoor private balcony with open-air system
- Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
- Pillow menu
- En-suite bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Mini-bar available at own expense
- Complimentary Nespresso machine
- Continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés and after-dinner sweet treats served in your suite
- Two items of laundry per day
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Flat screen TV and infotainment system
- Individual climate control
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
- Walking sticks
These chic suites are perfect for viewing the scenery pass 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.
Suite Inclusions
- Indoor balcony with open-air system
- Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
- En-suite bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Mini-bar available at own expense
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Flat screen TV and infotainment system
- Individual climate control
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
- Walking sticks
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.
Inclusions
- Picture window
- Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
- En-suite bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Mini-bar available at own expense
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Flat screen TV and infotainment system
- Individual climate control
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
- Walking sticks
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.
Inclusions
- Picture window
- Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
- En-suite bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes and slippers
- Mini-bar available at own expense
- Complimentary water, restocked daily
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- Flat screen TV and infotainment system
- Individual climate control
- Personal safe
- Umbrella
- Telephone
- Walking sticks
Emerald Sun
Our innovative Star-Ships feature a wealth of contemporary design features. We’ve pushed the boundaries of European river cruising, carefully designing our three-tiered atrium and heated pool that seamlessly transforms into a cinema on selected evenings.
Ship Facts
| Launch Year | 2015 | ||||||
| Refit Year | |||||||
| Language | en | ||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 3544 | ||||||
| Length | 135 | ||||||
| Width | 11 | ||||||
| Currency | EUR | ||||||
| Speed | 13 | ||||||
| Capacity | 180 | ||||||
| Crew Count | 51 | ||||||
| Deck Count | 4 | ||||||
| Cabin Count | 91 | ||||||
| Large Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||
| Electrical Plugs |
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Sun Deck
- Sun deck with deck chairs
- Navigation bridge
- Sky barbecue
- Golf putting green
- Games area
- Retractable glass roof
- Walking track
Horizon Deck
- Daytime pool & bar / evening cinema
- The Terrace
- Horizon bar and lounge
- Grand Balcony Suites
- Owner's One-Bedroom Suites
- Emerald Panorama Balcony Suites
- Lift
Vista Deck
- Reception
- Wellness area
- Fitness area
- Reflections restaurant
- Emerald Panorama Balcony Suites
- Lift
Riviera Deck
- Emerald Staterooms
- Emerald Single Staterooms
- Lift
Nothing beats sipping on your favourite drink at the Terrace as you watch the stunning scenery pass you by. Setting the benchmark in on board dining, the Reflections Restaurant is an elegant space to enjoy exquisite culinary experiences, imbued with continental flavours.
Explore the unique flavours of the regions you sail through
We believe that food should reflect local flavours, which is why our menus take inspiration from the regions we sail in. Our chefs source local ingredients, creating meals that capture authentic cuisine no matter where your journey takes you.
Reflections Restaurant
Our premiere on board dining spot
With open seating and elegant design, our Reflections Restaurant sets the benchmark in on board dining across our fleet of boutique Star-Ships throughout Europe and Southeast Asia. Here, savour delightful chef-prepared meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with dishes inspired by local flavours and a few favourites you may recognise from home.
The Terrace
Dine alfresco
A beautifully decked area in the forward of our European Star-Ships, The Terrace provides a lovely retreat from which to enjoy a light snack or refreshing drink. Depending on the ship, this partly indoor and outdoor space is a spectacular vantage point from which to soak up the scenery, whatever the weather. This peaceful setting is also a great spot to enjoy a drink as the wonders of the landscape pass by.
Sky Barbecue
Healthy Dining
The freshest ingredients
Dine on delectable meals made with fresh, locally sourced produce.
Lunch with a view
Enjoy healthy meals while soaking in the stunning views and fresh air.
A range of dietary options
Sample amazing vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meal options^. ^Please inform your crew of any dietary requirements.
As the host on-board, our Cruise Directors strive to ensure there’s never a dull moment during an Emerald Cruises river cruise. With this in mind, a fantastic range of entertaining activities are available for you to enjoy.
Thanks to the unique design of our Star-Ships, we are able to host a unique event program throughout your cruise. In the Horizon Bar & Lounge, immerse yourself in ancient folklores, passed from one generation to another for hundreds of years, during an authentic show. Or, let the music of a nation sweep you off your feet as a local band takes to the floor in their traditional attire. Alternatively, catch that film you never got round to seeing during movie nights in the cinema.
Reception
If you want to purchase a drinks package, enquire about a DiscoverMORE excursion or simply catch-up with our friendly crew, you’ll always receive a warm welcome in our on-board reception area.
Daytime Pool & Bar/Evening Cinema
One of the greatest innovations on-board Emerald Luna, Sun or Dawn is our daytime pool and bar, which transforms into an evening cinema on selected nights during your river cruise.
Horizon Bar and Lounge
Welcome to the Horizon Bar, the main lounge area on-board Emerald Luna, Sun or Dawn. Here, in contemporary surrounds, you can relax, unwind and make new friends while enjoying a tipple or two from our comprehensive bar menu. You’ll also be able to enjoy unlimited access to our complimentary coffee machine.
Sun Deck
The Sun Deck is your panoramic outdoor space on-board Emerald Sun and Emerald Dawn, a place to relax, unwind and take in inspiring views of the river. Complete with deck chairs, walking track and games area, you’ll find the Sun Deck at the very top of your Emerald Star-Ship.
Games Area and Golf Putting Green
During downtime on-board Emerald Sun and Emerald Dawn, feel free to enjoy our games area and golf putting green. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the scenery while you challenge new-found friends.
Emerald Sun Itineraries
Early Season Splendours of Europe
Early Season Splendours of Europe
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine |
| Departure Port | Budapest |
| Destination Port | Amsterdam |
| Itinerary |
Budapest, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Dürnstein, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, Wertheim, Miltenberg, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Amsterdam and Amsterdam
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From £3,203pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Early Season on the Rhine
Early Season on the Rhine
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine |
| Departure Port | Amsterdam |
| Destination Port | Basel |
| Itinerary |
Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Koblenz, Mannheim, Kehl, Strasbourg, Breisach, Freiburg im Breisgau and Basel
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From £2,138pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Early Season on the Rhine
Early Season on the Rhine
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine |
| Departure Port | Basel |
| Destination Port | Amsterdam |
| Itinerary |
Basel, Breisach, Kehl, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Koblenz, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Amsterdam and Amsterdam
|
From £2,138pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Early Season on the Rhine
Early Season on the Rhine
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine |
| Departure Port | Amsterdam |
| Destination Port | Basel |
| Itinerary |
Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Koblenz, Mannheim, Kehl, Strasbourg, Breisach, Freiburg im Breisgau and Basel
|
From £2,395pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Lucerne - Zurich & Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards
Lucerne - Zurich & Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine |
| Departure Port | Zurich |
| Destination Port | Amsterdam |
| Itinerary |
Zurich, Zurich, Lucerne, Lucerne, Lucerne, Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Kehl, Strasbourg, Mainz, Rüdesheim, Rüdesheim, Bernkastel-Kues, Cochem, Koblenz, Koblenz, Bonn, Nijmegen, Dordrecht, Rotterdam and Amsterdam
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From £4,414pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards with Amsterdam
Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards with Amsterdam
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine |
| Departure Port | Basel |
| Destination Port | Amsterdam |
| Itinerary |
Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Kehl, Strasbourg, Mainz, Rüdesheim, Rüdesheim, Bernkastel-Kues, Cochem, Koblenz, Koblenz, Bonn, Nijmegen, Dordrecht, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Amsterdam and Amsterdam
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From £3,652pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards
Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine and Moselle |
| Departure Port | Basel |
| Destination Port | Amsterdam |
| Itinerary |
Basel, Breisach, Colmar, Kehl, Strasbourg, Mainz, Rüdesheim, Rüdesheim, Bernkastel-Kues, Cochem, Koblenz, Koblenz, Bonn, Nijmegen, Dordrecht, Rotterdam and Amsterdam
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From £2,942pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Amsterdam & Tulips & the Rhine
Amsterdam & Tulips & the Rhine
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Dutch Waterways |
| Departure Port | Amsterdam |
| Destination Port | Basel |
| Itinerary |
Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Koblenz, Mannheim, Kehl, Strasbourg, Breisach and Basel
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From £4,764pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Tulips & the Rhine
Tulips & the Rhine
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine |
| Departure Port | Amsterdam |
| Destination Port | Basel |
| Itinerary |
Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Koblenz, Mannheim, Kehl, Strasbourg, Breisach and Basel
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From £4,181pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Discover the Tulips of the Rhine & Rhone rivers
Discover the Tulips of the Rhine & Rhone rivers
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine |
| Departure Port | Amsterdam |
| Destination Port | Arles |
| Itinerary |
Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Cologne, Koblenz, Mannheim, Kehl, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel, Lyon, Lyon, Vienne, Tournon-sur-Rhône, Viviers, Avignon, Arles, Arles and Marseille
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From Please Call
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Tulips & the Rhine & London
Tulips & the Rhine & London
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine |
| Departure Port | Basel |
| Destination Port | London (Greenwich) |
| Itinerary |
Basel, Breisach, Kehl, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Amsterdam, Amsterdam, London (Greenwich), London (Greenwich), London (Greenwich) and London (Greenwich)
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From £4,677pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises
Tulips & the Rhine
Tulips & the Rhine
| Cruise Line | Emerald Cruises |
| Cruise Type | River |
| Ship | Emerald Sun |
| Region | Rhine |
| Departure Port | Zurich |
| Destination Port | Amsterdam |
| Itinerary |
Zurich, Basel, Breisach, Kehl, Strasbourg, Mannheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Düsseldorf, Amsterdam and Amsterdam
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From £4,688pp
Plus substantial savings from Deluxe Cruises