Emerald Astra

Emerald Astra

Emerald Astra is set to bring a fresh new feel to luxury river cruising, combining modern design, elegant interiors and enhanced onboard amenities. Launching in 2026, this stylish new river ship from Emerald Cruises has been inspired by the line’s luxury yachts, with a refined look that blends comfort, innovation and contemporary design.

Ship facts

Maiden voyage2026
Guests180
Crew52
Decks4
Width
11
m
Length
135
m
Size
3544
GT
Speed
13
kn

Emerald Astra

Sailing the Rhine, Danube, and Moselle, Emerald Astra offers a stylish way to explore Europe’s rivers. Accommodating 180 guests, this next-generation ship combines sleek superyacht-inspired design with modern comforts, including elegant suites and cabins, a pool that transforms into a cinema, multiple dining options, and a panoramic sun deck.

Entertainment

A variety of activities await on board, from engaging demonstrations and insightful lectures to live shows. One of Emerald Astra’s highlights is the heated pool with a retractable roof, offering sweeping 180-degree views from the ship’s aft. By night, this space transforms into a cosy cinema, where guests can enjoy freshly popped popcorn and crafted cocktails.
The pool with a retractable roof

Entertainment

A variety of activities await on board, from engaging demonstrations and insightful lectures to live shows. One of Emerald Astra’s highlights is the heated pool with a retractable roof, offering sweeping 180-degree views from the ship’s aft. By night, this space transforms into a cosy cinema, where guests can enjoy freshly popped popcorn and crafted cocktails.

The pool with a retractable roof

Entertainment

A variety of activities await on board, from engaging demonstrations and insightful lectures to live shows. One of Emerald Astra’s highlights is the heated pool with a retractable roof, offering sweeping 180-degree views from the ship’s aft. By night, this space transforms into a cosy cinema, where guests can enjoy freshly popped popcorn and crafted cocktails.

Activities

On the sun deck, you can enjoy deck games, take a stroll along the walking track, or simply unwind while soaking in the views. It’s also the perfect spot to share a toast with new friends as Europe’s breathtaking scenery drifts past..
The Reception - a perfect place to meet with friends before excursions or to ask any information you may need to the staff

Activities

On the sun deck, you can enjoy deck games, take a stroll along the walking track, or simply unwind while soaking in the views. It’s also the perfect spot to share a toast with new friends as Europe’s breathtaking scenery drifts past..

The Reception - a perfect place to meet with friends before excursions or to ask any information you may need to the staff

Activities

On the sun deck, you can enjoy deck games, take a stroll along the walking track, or simply unwind while soaking in the views. It’s also the perfect spot to share a toast with new friends as Europe’s breathtaking scenery drifts past..

Food & Drink

Dine in style at Reflections Restaurant, the ship’s main venue for gourmet breakfasts, buffet lunches, and à la carte dinners. Savour regional flavours at La Cucina Dining, or opt for lighter bites in the Horizon Lounge. On warm days, The Terrace invites you to enjoy meals in the open air with panoramic river views.

Food & Drink

Dine in style at Reflections Restaurant, the ship’s main venue for gourmet breakfasts, buffet lunches, and à la carte dinners. Savour regional flavours at La Cucina Dining, or opt for lighter bites in the Horizon Lounge. On warm days, The Terrace invites you to enjoy meals in the open air with panoramic river views.
At Reflection the menu celebrates seasonal and regional flavours

Food & Drink

Dine in style at Reflections Restaurant, the ship’s main venue for gourmet breakfasts, buffet lunches, and à la carte dinners. Savour regional flavours at La Cucina Dining, or opt for lighter bites in the Horizon Lounge. On warm days, The Terrace invites you to enjoy meals in the open air with panoramic river views.

At Reflection the menu celebrates seasonal and regional flavours

Reflection Restaurant

Food & Drink

Dine in style at Reflections Restaurant, the ship’s main venue for gourmet breakfasts, buffet lunches, and à la carte dinners. Savour regional flavours at La Cucina Dining, or opt for lighter bites in the Horizon Lounge. On warm days, The Terrace invites you to enjoy meals in the open air with panoramic river views.

Reflection Restaurant

Body & Soul

Take a yoga class, a refreshing dip in the pool or witness 360° views as you complete laps on the walking track or treat yourself in the Wellness Centre.

Body & Soul

Take a yoga class, a refreshing dip in the pool or witness 360° views as you complete laps on the walking track or treat yourself in the Wellness Centre.
Keep fit at the gym

Body & Soul

Take a yoga class, a refreshing dip in the pool or witness 360° views as you complete laps on the walking track or treat yourself in the Wellness Centre.

Keep fit at the gym

Emerald Astra

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Duration
4 nights
Date
24 Nov 2026
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Budapest, Hungary
  • 5 stops  
  • Arrival - Vienna, Austria
From
£2676
Price per person / suite
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Duration
4 nights
Date
28 Nov 2026
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Vienna, Austria
  • 5 stops  
  • Arrival - Budapest, Hungary
From
£2142
Price per person / oceanview stateroom
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Duration
7 nights
Date
2 Dec 2026
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Budapest, Hungary
  • 8 stops  
  • Arrival - Passau, Germany
From
£3586
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Duration
7 nights
Date
16 Dec 2026
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • 8 stops  
  • Arrival - Basel/Huningue, Switzerland
From
£3523
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Duration
7 nights
Date
16 Dec 2026
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • 8 stops  
  • Arrival - Basel/Huningue, Switzerland
From
£3523
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Duration
7 nights
Date
27 Mar 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • 8 stops  
  • Arrival - Basel/Huningue, Switzerland
From
£2688
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Duration
10 nights
Date
27 Mar 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • 11 stops  
  • Arrival - Zurich, Switzerland
From
£3939
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Duration
10 nights
Date
31 Mar 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Zurich, Switzerland
  • 11 stops  
  • Arrival - Amsterdam, Netherlands
From
£3851
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Duration
7 nights
Date
3 Apr 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Basel/Huningue, Switzerland
  • 8 stops  
  • Arrival - Amsterdam, Netherlands
From
£2852
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Duration
7 nights
Date
8 May 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Budapest, Hungary
  • 8 stops  
  • Arrival - Regensburg, Germany
From
£4161
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Duration
10 nights
Date
8 May 2027
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Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Budapest, Hungary
  • 11 stops  
  • Arrival - Prague, Czech Republic
From
£4481
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Duration
10 nights
Date
12 May 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Prague, Czech Republic
  • 11 stops  
  • Arrival - Budapest, Hungary
From
£3912
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Duration
7 nights
Date
15 May 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Munich, Germany
  • 8 stops  
  • Arrival - Budapest, Hungary
From
£3597
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Emerald Astra, Rhine River
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Duration
17 nights
Date
16 Jun 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Prague, Czech Republic
  • 18 stops  
  • Arrival - Amsterdam, Netherlands
From
£5485
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Duration
20 nights
Date
16 Jun 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Prague, Czech Republic
  • 21 stops  
  • Arrival - Brussels, Belgium
From
£6275
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Duration
14 nights
Date
19 Jun 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Budapest, Hungary
  • 15 stops  
  • Arrival - Amsterdam, Netherlands
From
£4988
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Duration
17 nights
Date
19 Jun 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Budapest, Hungary
  • 18 stops  
  • Arrival - Brussels, Belgium
From
£5650
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Duration
17 nights
Date
30 Jun 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Paris, France
  • 18 stops  
  • Arrival - Budapest, Hungary
From
£5565
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Duration
20 nights
Date
30 Jun 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Paris, France
  • 21 stops  
  • Arrival - Prague, Czech Republic
From
£6175
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Duration
14 nights
Date
3 Jul 2027
Ship
Emerald Astra
  • Departure - Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • 15 stops  
  • Arrival - Budapest, Hungary
From
£4220
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