Emerald Amsterdam Cruise Reviews

This was my first river cruise and I did not know what to expect. Everything was perfect! The ship was beautiful, comfortable and spacious. Our cabin was clean and comfortable. Sailing was very smooth and relaxing. Each day we participated in a tour at the various ports of call along the river. There was entertainment each evening in the lounge. The food was gourmet and delciious. Patricia, ...

I read with interest Jorge Oliver's review of his cruise on the Luna that he apparently took the week before we cruised. It sounds like a different ship. Maybe our expectations were too high since we had cruised the Douro River on the Emerald Radiance the week before, which was a magical trip. Mr. Oliver refers to the attentive staff who knew his likes, allergies, and restrictions after the ...

We had a very enjoyable week on board the ship. The staff were, without exception, extremely friendly and helpful. The head chef was - as I called him - a magician. His food was excellent. The entertainment was really good on board, with a wonderful Entertainment Manager Noel. We also particularly enjoyed the Concert in the Bruchsal Palace. The places we visited and the tours we undertook ...

We booked this cruise because we got a good deal. But right from the beginning there was trouble. We put down our deposit, but then the deadline was approaching to pay the balance we could not get in touch. Our messages went unanswered and could not reach any person. We were getting nervous. Finally, a few weeks before the travel date we finally, after numerous calls, reached someone to pay. ...

This was our first river cruise and we were hugely anticipating the adventure. It started wonderfully well in Amsterdam on the Emerald Star. The first week was excellent - great staff, great food, clean and comfortable boat. Then, because of low river levels, we had to be bussed to join the Emerald Sky for our second week and to join the 120 guests already on that ship (we had been ...

We always choose Emerald for our river cruises and have never been disappointed in them. The food is always good and varied, the staff are friendly and helpful, and the organisation of the tours and activities is always exceptional. The Shore Briefings every evening give the program for the next day, and there is a variety of activities available to suit all fitness levels. Yoga or Tai Chi ...

We chose this cruise because we had travelled with Emerald before and wanted to explore the Rhine region. The itinerary was from Amsterdam to Basel and our cruise was the first of the season. A high percentage of the crew was new to river cruising and this showed in the quality of service in the restaurant - no shortage of enthusiasm and food quality was good but lack of training was ...

This was our fourth river cruise, previously sailing with Avalon & Viking, although a good cruise, overall Emerald would be my third choice, I’ll explain why. We were lucky enough to be in an owners suite but had family in the smaller suites. The rooms are definitely smaller, the shops are all about the same size, Emerald squeezes more cabins in and so the size of the room has to give. We had ...

We chose this cruise because of the itinerary. We chose a balcony cabin which was perfect. Our designated cabin however was at the very rear of the ship and the noise from the engine room intolerable. However d the ship was not full ad we were able to move after two nights the new cabin was great. The daily programme of activities was very extensive and would suit most peoples requirements. There ...

This was our first long river cruise which we chose for the itinerary and we had heard good things about Emerald. Super, obliging staff; a newer ship well appointed; bicycles on board; tasty and generous but not gourmet food; generous wine and beer with meals; useful tours included; amusing evening cultural and fun programmes. etc. All this plus the stops ensured a very successful holiday. And ...