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1st01 | JulJul | 202323 | Arles, France, embark on the Emerald Liberte | ||||
Return economy flights from one of up to 16 UK regional airports are included in the price of your holiday. If you'd prefer not to fly, return travel via Eurostar is available. You will be met at the airport and transferred to Arles, where your friendly captain and crew will be waiting for you to board your contemporary Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception on board. Please book your flight to arrive into Marseille prior to 12:30 PM. | |||||||
2nd02 | JulJul | 202323 | Arles, France | ||||
Revel in the glory of the Roman Empire today during an insightful visit to Arles, including its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Roman and Romanesque monuments. Visit Arles Amphitheatre, a 2,000-year-old structure where spectators would have once gathered by the masses to watch superb chariot races. Enjoy learning about the time that Vincent van Gogh spent in the city, taking inspiration from his surroundings and using them to create many of his most iconic pieces of art, including "Starry Night Over the Rhône'. Then, enjoy some time to explore Arles at your leisure. EmeraldPLUS A Provençal dinner hosted by chef Fabien Morreale Included Excursion Guided tour of Arles with arena visit DiscoverMORE Excursion to Les Baux de Provence (extra expense) | |||||||
3rd03 | JulJul | 202323 | Avignon, France | ||||
Avignon has a long and storied history. This fortified town is the former residence of Popes who fled Rome, hoping to escape from the political pressures of the Roman Empire. Embark on a guided walking tour to witness its illustrious past, including the ornate Gothic exterior of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Palais des Papes, built by the Popes over two decades. This afternoon is yours to explore at leisure, perhaps crossing the 12th-century Stone Bridge. EmeraldACTIVE Canoeing excursion in Avignon Included Excursion Guided tour of Avignon DiscoverMORE Guided tour of the Pont du Gard (extra expense) DiscoverMORE Classical concert in Avignon (extra expense) | |||||||
4th04 | JulJul | 202323 | Viviers, France | ||||
A snapshot of quintessential France awaits your arrival in Viviers, a town that perfectly encapsulates the medieval days of the region. Pastel coloured buildings, that have been gently faded by the sun, line narrow cobblestone streets, and the heart of the old town is yours to explore today during a guided walking tour. Included Excursion Guided tour of Viviers | |||||||
5th05 | JulJul | 202323 | Tournon-sur-Rhône, France | ||||
As we sail down the gently twisting Rhône into Tournon, a 16th-century castle sits overlooking the village and a pair of ancient watchtowers can be seen adorning the surrounding rural landscape. Today, embark on a guided tour of Tournon to learn about its illustrious history and the culture of the people who call it home. If you would like to explore more of the region's natural beauty, then you may instead choose to embark on an EmeraldACTIVE hike through some of the local vineyards. Later, a guided bike tour to Glun will introduce you to the French countryside and provide priceless insight into the lives of the people who live there. EmeraldPLUS Regional wine tasting on board EmeraldACTIVE Guided bike tour to Glun EmeraldACTIVE Guided hike through the vineyards Included Excursion Guided tour of Tournon | |||||||
6th06 | JulJul | 202323 | Lyon, France | ||||
As one of the largest cities in France and a former Roman capital, a lot of the most important moments in French history have taken place in Lyon. But it's Lyonnaise cuisine that has really put this city on the map, delighting gastronomists from around the world. Join your local guide for a walking tour of the city, including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Basilica Notre-Dame de Fourvière. If you are feeling more active, then you may instead choose to embark on a guided bike tour, touching on its most prominent architectural wonders and moments from history. EmeraldPLUS Silk presentation on board EmeraldACTIVE Guided bike tour of Lyon Included Excursion Guided tour of Lyon DiscoverMORE Excursion to Pérouges | |||||||
7th07 | JulJul | 202323 | Beaune, France | ||||
The birthplace of photography and the centre of Burgundy's wine region is yours to discover today as you travel by road to the quaint village of Beaune. Stop to visit the Hospices de Beaune, one of the best-preserved examples of 15th-century French architecture and home to one of the most popular wine auctions in the country. EmeraldPLUS Cheese and olive tasting on board Included Excursion Visit to the Hospices de Beaune | |||||||
8th08 | JulJul | 202323 | Lyon, France, disembark the Emerald Liberte | ||||
After breakfast, it's time to bid farewell to your fellow guests and disembark the Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of French architecture and sun-kissed vineyards with you. Your flight home is included in the price of your holiday. If you'd prefer not to fly, travel via Eurostar is available. Please book your flight to depart out of Lyon after 12:00 PM. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information. |
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Grade Code | From | To | |
C | Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite | £1,873 | £1,873 |
B | Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite | £1,978 | £1,978 |
A | Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite | £2,003 | £2,003 |
Your Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite offers everything you could possibly need throughout your cruise, and more. You’ll be surrounded by elegant décor and opulent, comfortable furnishings, as you unwind in your home-away-from-home. Relax on your balcony as the stunning landscapes pass by, and transform it from an indoor to an outdoor space with ease, as the floor-to-ceiling window lowers to a halfway point at the touch of a button. Enjoy the river breeze from your comfortable chair, enjoying a a good book or the unfolding vistas. Treat yourself to a drink from your suite’s minibar, or use it to keep your complimentary bottle of water chilled, or for any souvenirs that require it.
When it’s time to retire to bed, you can look forward to the exceptional comfort of your queen-size or twin hotel-style bed, complete with luxurious linens. Treat yourself to an indulgent shower with luxury toiletries, to really prepare yourself for an excellent night’s sleep.
Of course, keeping in touch with your loved ones is really easy. Every suite has its own telephone, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi being available throughout the Star-Ship.
We make solo travel easy and comfortable as all of our Star-Ships, except Emerald Radiance, boast two Emerald Single Staterooms. Home to a deluxe single bed, a bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, you’ll have all the comforts you need at your fingertips. Your picture window welcomes in a lovely amount of light and individual climate control ensures you can keep at a comfortable temperature regardless of which season you’re travelling in.
A flat screen TV and infotainment system shows films and television programmes, so you can spend mornings and evenings relaxing in comfort before an exciting day ahead. Catch up with loved ones, using the suite’s telephone or the free Wi-Fi, and enjoy a drink from your minibar.
Grade Code | From | To | |
E | Emerald Stateroom | £1,503 | £1,503 |
D | Emerald Stateroom | £1,610 | £1,610 |
An Emerald Stateroom is home to all the amenities you need to settle into your home-away-from-home. A great size picture window lets in the perfect amount of light, welcoming in the golden summer sunshine, or the winter sun during cooler months.
Comfort is of the highest importance, so each room features individual climate control, allowing you to personalise your room’s temperature to suit your preferences and the time of year you’re cruising.
We’ve designed our bathrooms as a relaxing retreat to retire to after an exciting day exploring. Enjoy a sumptuous shower complete with indulgent toiletries, as well as a hairdryer, all before settling into your queen or twin hotel-style bed, complete with luscious linens, as you enjoy a movie on your flat screen TV and infotainment system with, perhaps, a nightcap from your mini-bar.
If you wish to stay in contact with loved ones throughout your trip, you can do so using your in-suite telephone or our free Wi-Fi available throughout the ship.
Grade Code | From | To | |
S | Grand Balcony Suite | £4,465 | £4,465 |
Staying in the Emerald Grand Balcony Suite makes waking up and going to sleep a dream. Open your balcony, with the simple press of a button, to let in the river breeze on a lazy morning, as the unrivalled comfort of your queen-size or twin hotel-style bed, dressed with luxurious linens, encourages you to lie in that little bit longer.
Wake up to the luxurious surrounds of your stylish bathroom, enjoying a revitalising shower, complete with sumptuous toiletries. Then, what could be better than having a continental breakfast brought to your door to enjoy on your own private balcony? Complimentary bathrobes and slippers make lounging comfortable, and your own in-suite Nespresso™ machine means you can sip a fresh coffee as you ponder your itinerary and what the day has to offer.
Select your preferred pillow from our extensive menu and enjoy an exceptionally comfortable night’s sleep, or simply relax as you watch a film on your suite’s flat screen TV and infotainment system, during some down time. Individual climate control enables your room to stay at the right temperature to suit you, whether you’re sailing in the warmer summer months, or the cooler winter.
And, stay in touch with family and friends using your in-suite telephone or make the most of complimentary Wi-Fi for contacting them by your preferred method.
Grade Code | From | To | |
SA | Owner's One Bedroom Suite | £5,145 | £5,145 |
Some of the most sumptuous suites on European waterways, our Owners One-Bedroom Suite has it all. A separate lounge and bedroom area allows the luxury of space, from which to enjoy your complimentary continental breakfast in the morning, a drink from your fully stocked minibar or after-dinner sweet treats before bed.
Your queen-size or twin hotel-style bed will be draped in high quality linens, for the perfect night’s sleep, plus you’ll have the pleasure of selecting your preferred pillow from our extensive menu. Get comfortable for the night after a busy day exploring, and prepare for the next as you unwind with a film on your flat screen TV and infotainment system in true comfort.
A walk-in wardrobe makes unpacking even more of a dream. A great space to keep all your belongings and outfits for special occasions, such as your exclusive dinner at the Captain’s Table. You’ll even have the option to have four items laundered a day to ensure that favourite dress or suit is in the best possible condition for your event.
In the morning, enjoy the perfect wake-up call with a fresh coffee from your in-suite Nespresso™ machine. Sip it on the balcony, wrapped in the comfort of your Emerald Cruises bathrobe and slippers after a refreshing shower in your stylish in-suite bathroom, enhanced by luxurious toiletries.
You’ll have so much to tell your loved ones back home, so we’ve made keeping in contact really easy. Not only will you have an in-suite telephone, but complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the Star-Ship and an iPad means you can choose your favourite method of communication, whenever the moment suits.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
Reflections Restaurant is the centre-point of our dining experience on-board, where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in relaxing, contemporary surroundings. All the dishes served in Reflections Restaurant are chef-prepared and inspired by the local region, so you can look forward to some excellent cuisine during your time on-board, as well as some much-loved favourites from home.
A beautifully decked area at the front of the Star-Ship, The Terrace provides a lovely retreat from which to enjoy a light snack or refreshing drink. Depending on the Star-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 glass of local wine or beer with your loved ones or new-found companions.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
The Horizon Bar & Lounge is the social heartbeat of our Star-Ships. Surprisingly spacious and exceedingly modern, this contemporary and comfortable haven is one of the most popular areas of our vessels day or night.
There's a fully stocked bar with attentive bartenders, help-yourself to a selection of coffees from out high-tech coffee-machine, or try one of our speciality teas, and take a seat in our plush and spacious sofas and chairs. In the day it's a place to catch up with new friends and unwind.
Each evening before dinner, your Cruise Director welcomes you to the Horizon Bar and Lounge for an informal yet fascinating talk on your forthcoming ports of call. With tips on what you'll see and things to look out for, this is an ideal opportunity to plan for the day ahead. When the evening arrives, we have a medley of entertainment planned especially for you.
After another delicious dinner in our Reflections Restaurant, head up to the Horizon Bar and Lounge to listen to your resident pianist play. Relax with your favourite cocktail and catch up with your new found friends.
On select evenings guests are invited to watch local performances in the traditional style. From a Bavarian band to Hungarian dancing, there's no finer way to celebrate the native culture than in the comfort of familiar surroundings.
The Horizon Bar & Lounge also plays host to challenging quizzes and our popular crew show. This jovial event happens at the end of every cruise after the Farewell Dinner.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
7 nights cruising on the Rhone, Saone | |||
Return airport transfers | |||
Wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch & dinner | |||
Gratuities Included | |||
One complimentary shore excursion in every port | |||
Bikes for passenger use | |||
Free Wi-Fi included | |||
Port Taxes and Fees | |||
ABTA and ATOL Protection* |
Date 1st Jul 2023 |
Nts 7 |
Oceanview £1,503pp |
Balcony |
Suite £2,003pp |
Date 1st Jul 2023 |
Nts 7 |
Oceanview £1,503pp |
Balcony |
Suite £2,003pp |
Oceanview staterooms from | £1,503pp | ||
E | Emerald Stateroom | £1,503pp | |
D | Emerald Stateroom | £1,610pp | |
Balcony staterooms | |||
C | Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite | ||
B | Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite | ||
Suite staterooms from | £2,003pp | ||
A | Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite | £2,003pp | |
S | Grand Balcony Suite | ||
SA | Owner's One Bedroom Suite | £5,145pp | |
Oceanview | Balcony | Suite | |
(All prices are £GBP per person) | |||
Sat 15th Jul 202315 Jul 23 | 1,610 | 1,873 | 2,003 |
Sat 29th Jul 202329 Jul 23 | 1,503 | 1,873 | 2,003 |
Sat 26th Aug 202326 Aug 23 | 1,503 | 1,978 | 2,003 |
Sat 9th Sep 202309 Sep 23 | Please call for availability | ||
Sat 23rd Sep 202323 Sep 23 | 1,735 | 1,998 | 2,128 |
Sat 7th Oct 202307 Oct 23 | Please call for availability | ||
Sat 21st Oct 202321 Oct 23 | 1,303 | 1,673 | 1,803 |
Sat 6th Apr 202406 Apr 24 | 2,495 | 2,905 | 3,190 |
Sat 20th Apr 202420 Apr 24 | 2,495 | 2,905 | 3,190 |
Sat 4th May 202404 May 24 | 2,895 | 3,305 | 3,590 |
Sat 18th May 202418 May 24 | 2,895 | 3,305 | 3,590 |
Sat 1st Jun 202401 Jun 24 | 3,145 | 3,555 | 3,840 |
Sat 15th Jun 202415 Jun 24 | 3,145 | 3,555 | 3,840 |
Sat 29th Jun 202429 Jun 24 | 3,145 | 3,555 | 3,840 |
Sat 27th Jul 202427 Jul 24 | 2,745 | 3,155 | 3,440 |
Sat 10th Aug 202410 Aug 24 | 2,745 | 3,155 | 3,440 |
Sat 24th Aug 202424 Aug 24 | 2,985 | 3,155 | 3,440 |
Sat 21st Sep 202421 Sep 24 | 3,145 | 3,555 | 3,840 |
Sat 5th Oct 202405 Oct 24 | 2,295 | 2,705 | 2,990 |
Sat 19th Oct 202419 Oct 24 | 2,295 | 2,705 | 2,990 |
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