A little of what you fancy - that's what travel is all about. At Emerald Cruises, we believe that a glass or two of your favourite tipple can't hurt, which is why we serve a selection of complimentary drinks during lunch & dinner, including wine, beers and a selection of soft drinks.

Whatever you’re partial to, be it white wine, rosé or a refreshing pilsner beer, we offer a variety of complimentary drinks to suit you. Not only that, but our flexible Drinks Packages give you the option to make the most of our bar menu whenever you fancy during your cruise.

Our extensive drinks menu also consists of premium favourites and rarer labels to tempt when the mood takes you (additional charge). Plus, we also offer a range of complimentary hot beverages, perfect for when you’re in need of a warming pick-me-up during the day.

Look forward to memorable dining moments from start to finish on-board our boutique Star-Ships. With elegant dining venues and an attentive service team, breakfast, lunch and dinner promise to be among the highlights of your journey as you travel the waters of Europe and Asia with us.

From your Welcome Buffet to the Captain’s Farewell Dinner, dining is a joy on-board our Star-Ships. You’ll savour chef-prepared meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, accompanied by a selection of complimentary beverages that make mealtimes extra special.

Every plate and every glass is inspired by the local region, so whether you’re cruising the waters of Southern France or Southeast Asia, you can look forward to a taste of regional flavours throughout your river cruise, along with a selection of traditional favourites.

Completely removing the risk of an awkward silence at the end of a delectable meal, or upon receipt of a bottle of crisp champagne to your suite; Emerald Cruises have already taken care of on-board tipping.

The last thing you want at the end of an amazing holiday is to be presented with additional and unexpected charges. This can leave a sour taste in your mouth and a dent in your spending money. When you travel with Emerald Cruises, you don’t have to worry about any unwanted surprises because we include all tips.

By including all tipping in the price of your cruise, which can add up to $600 per couple on a 15-day journey, we ensure that you don’t get hit with any shock expenses. It’s also a great way to guarantee that our hardworking servers receive the gratuities they deserve. What’s more, all the other little things like port charges, airport taxes and transfer costs are also taken care of, so all you have to worry about is enjoying the journey of a lifetime.

Paired with the complimentary dining options, free drinks with meals and all-inclusive services; you’ll seldom need your wallet or money clip whilst on-board an Emerald Cruises river cruise. Your days on-board can be spent enjoying the views and uncompromised services, rather than budgeting, scrimping and saving.

So whether you’re exploring the capital cities dotted along the Danube or navigating the mighty Rhine, you can rest assured that tips and gratuities have already been taken care of. You’re free to spend each day on-board an Emerald Cruises river cruise enjoying the attentive service of our experienced team, the wonderful amenities and luxurious settings as the ship meanders through one of Europe’s beautiful rivers.