Aboard Emerald Destiny with Emerald Cruises
Cruise Overview
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube.
It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now.
Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves.
Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City.
The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles.
Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe.
The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish.
Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube.
It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now.
Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves.
Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City.
The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles.
Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe.
The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish.
Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.
Bratislava is the capital city of Slovakia and is located along the Danube a river on the borders of Austria and Hungary.
The city is surrounded by the Little Carpathians Mountains and vineyards as well as its iconic reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooking Old Town.
The castle offers a picturesque view of the city, the neighbouring countries and is home to the Museum of History.
Bratislava offers a blend of historic and modern attractions including the Old Town Hall, now home to the Bratislava City Museum, the UFO Bridge, Martin’s Cathedral, Michael’s Gate and Blue Church St Elizabeth’s.
Bratislava is home to one of the oldest city parks in Central Europe and is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists as is the city forest park and foothills of the Carpathian Mountains.
The city is popular for its locally brewed beers and has many micro-breweries and underground beer cellars.
The local cuisine of Bratislava is an eclectic influence of European cultures including Slovak, Hungarian, Austrian and German and serves as a reminder of the history of this cosmopolitan city.
However, visitors will find an array of offerings to suit all tastes with lunch being the main meal of the day and roast goose with lokse considered a signature dish of the area.
It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now.
Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves.
Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City.
The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles.
Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe.
The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish.
Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube.
It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status.
Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now.
Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves.
Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City.
The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles.
Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe.
The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish.
Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.
Bratislava is the capital city of Slovakia and is located along the Danube a river on the borders of Austria and Hungary.
The city is surrounded by the Little Carpathians Mountains and vineyards as well as its iconic reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooking Old Town.
The castle offers a picturesque view of the city, the neighbouring countries and is home to the Museum of History.
Bratislava offers a blend of historic and modern attractions including the Old Town Hall, now home to the Bratislava City Museum, the UFO Bridge, Martin’s Cathedral, Michael’s Gate and Blue Church St Elizabeth’s.
Bratislava is home to one of the oldest city parks in Central Europe and is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists as is the city forest park and foothills of the Carpathian Mountains.
The city is popular for its locally brewed beers and has many micro-breweries and underground beer cellars.
The local cuisine of Bratislava is an eclectic influence of European cultures including Slovak, Hungarian, Austrian and German and serves as a reminder of the history of this cosmopolitan city.
However, visitors will find an array of offerings to suit all tastes with lunch being the main meal of the day and roast goose with lokse considered a signature dish of the area.
Cruise Itinerary
Aboard Emerald Destiny
Launch Year: 2017 Length: 135 Width: 11 Currency: EUR Capacity: 180 Crew Count: 51 Deck Count: 4 Cabin Count: 91
Emerald Destiny is one of six of our Emerald Cruises Star-Ships specially designed to traverse the Rhine, Main, Danube and Moselle rivers in style. With tasteful and modern décor visible throughout the ship, including in the form of our three-tiered atrium that allows natural light to pour in and illuminate the interior.
At the back of the Horizon Deck, you can find our daytime pool and evening cinema. This is a feature on all of the Star-Ships that sail along the Rhine, Maine, Danube and Moselle. With a retractable roof, floor-to-ceiling windows and picture perfect views; this is the ideal spot for a gentle swim. On selected evenings, the pool seamlessly transforms into a cinema, where you can watch a number of blockbusters and classic films.
Our Reflections Restaurant on the Vista Deck is the centre point of our dining experience on board, where sizeable windows offer excellent views of the surrounding landscapes and you can enjoy regional and seasonal flavours. For a more intimate experience, you can head to the contemporary Horizon Bar & Lounge, where authentic entertainment will be available on selected evenings.
Boasting more than ninety suites and staterooms, the Emerald Destiny has a lot to offer when it comes to comfort, with features that would be aligned with those of a world-class hotel. You can spend your time on this vessel relaxing as picturesque views pass by, watching them from your private balcony as we sail past.
Emerald Destiny Facilities
Emerald Destiny Includes
Cabin Details
Our suites and staterooms are chic, modern sanctuaries, something you would expect from that of a world-class hotel. Inspired by innovation and contemporary design, we have five suite and stateroom grades. In all suites, the traditional French balcony has been substituted for our ingenious all-weather system, transforming your balcony into the perfect place for you to enjoy the endless river views, regardless of the weather. Our staterooms offer a picture window, perfect for admiring the views.
All suites and staterooms boast a wealth of sumptuous features, from luxurious toiletries and a revitalising shower in your spacious en-suite bathroom, to a queen size* or twin hotel-style bed, draped with luxurious linens. Not forgetting, a flat screen HDTV and infotainment system, free Wi-Fi to keep you connected with loved ones, and a bottle of water, replenished daily. We also provide trekking poles to assist on guided walking tours and hikes.
