Emerald Cruises Charts Course for 2027 European River Cruises

Emerald Cruises has begun early pre-bookings for its European river cruise collection set for 2027, catering to a growing demand for culturally immersive and luxurious inland travel experiences. The initiative reflects a shift in traveler behavior, with guests now planning trips well in advance and desiring unique ways to explore Europe.

Emerald’s president for the USA and Latin America emphasized that the new offerings will enhance guest options, particularly with the introduction of the Emerald Lumi ship on the Seine and a broadened 2027 program, which features a variety of European waterways from February to December. The Emerald Lumi, launching in March 2027, will provide round-trip itineraries from Paris along the Seine.

Additionally, the Emerald Astra will join the fleet in May 2026, further expanding programming across other rivers. Guests will have the flexibility to customize their travel plans by linking multiple river cruises, including possible land extensions or yacht journeys in the Mediterranean and Adriatic.

Notable sailings planned for the 2027 season include:

• “Sensations of the Seine & Normandy”: An 8-day journey around Paris, featuring visits to Monet’s gardens at Giverny, Rouen, and Honfleur.
• “Danube Delights”: An 8-day trip from Budapest to Munich, exploring Central Europe’s baroque cities and villages.
• “Jewels of the Rhine”: An 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich, passing medieval castles and vineyards.
• “Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards”: An 11-day voyage navigating picturesque valleys from Zurich to Amsterdam.
• “Splendours of Europe”: A 15-day cruise connecting Amsterdam to Budapest along major rivers, linking key cultural centers.

This early unveiling of the 2027 program is also advantageous for travel advisors and group organizers, allowing them to secure in-demand itineraries and suite categories in advance.

For more details, visit Emerald Cruises.

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