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4-Night Trip on Emerald Dawn

Christmas time on the Danube

Cruise, River cruise, Small Ship/Yacht

Vienna to Budapest

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Interests
  • Festivals and Events
4 Nights Starting At
December 02, 2025 through December 06, 2025
Book by:
November 30, 2025 7:00 PM
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Itinerary Overview
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About Emerald Dawn

Ship Overview
Emerald Dawn

Emerald Dawn offers the most comfortable and luxurious passage on the rivers Danube, Rhine and Main – combining elegant and spacious public spaces with delightful suites and staterooms. With charming open-air spaces and large windows flanking every room on-board, Emerald Dawn lets you enjoy all the beautiful panoramas as you gently float through some of the continent’s most beautiful regions.

Ship Details
Ship Length
135 meters
Total Capacity
180
Crew Size
51
Suites
72
Pools
1
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Ship small image
Symbol Legend
Legend Image for Sun deck with deck chairs Sun deck with deck chairs
Legend Image for Navigation bridge Navigation bridge
Legend Image for Sky barbecue Sky barbecue
Legend Image for Golf putting green Golf putting green
Legend Image for Games area Games area
Legend Image for Retractable glass roof Retractable glass roof
Legend Image for Walking track Walking track
Legend Image for Daytime pool &bar/ evening cinema Daytime pool &bar/ evening cinema
Legend Image for The terrace The terrace
Legend Image for Horizon bar and lounge Horizon bar and lounge
Legend Image for Lift Lift
Legend Image for Reception Reception
Legend Image for Wellness area Wellness area
Legend Image for Fitness area Fitness area
Legend Image for Reflections restaurant Reflections restaurant
Legend Image for Hairdresser Hairdresser
Deck plans are not yet available
Contemporary suites & staterooms

Relax in your own sanctuary of serenity as you enjoy luxury river cruising. With a wide range of suites and staterooms, you’re sure to find the perfect accommodation to meet your needs. Whether you’re looking for plenty of space or a cozy stateroom, all accommodation options offer great river views.

EmeraldDISCOVERY

EmeraldDISCOVERY takes you beyond the standard tourist experience, with an array of exciting excursions. You’ll enjoy an included excursion nearly every day and have the option to join our EmeraldPLUS, EmeraldACTIVE, and extra-special DiscoverMORE^ excursions to explore each destination in greater depth.

^Optional and available at an additional cost.

A wealth of generous inclusions

Luxury river cruising should provide complete peace of mind. This is why we cover all port charges, provide all meals on board with accompanying beverages, offer complimentary Wi-Fi, and cover all gratuities on board and onshore as standard. Our first-class English-speaking crew along with our knowledgeable, local guides create a seamless experience on your journey.

Fitness & wellness on board

Wellness and active experiences are at the heart of our cruises, with a number of activities available. Our activity managers are on hand to ensure you make the most of your cruise. Join them on board for classes such yoga or aqua aerobics—or head to the gym if you prefer to work out on your own schedule. You’ll find a number of EmeraldACTIVE^ excursions to take part in, from guided hikes to canoeing trips and cycling tours.

^Not available on our Southeast Asia itineraries.

Ship Overview
Ship Overview
Emerald Dawn

Emerald Dawn offers the most comfortable and luxurious passage on the rivers Danube, Rhine and Main – combining elegant and spacious public spaces with delightful suites and staterooms. With charming open-air spaces and large windows flanking every room on-board, Emerald Dawn lets you enjoy all the beautiful panoramas as you gently float through some of the continent’s most beautiful regions.

Ship Details
Ship Length
135 meters
Total Capacity
180
Crew Size
51
Suites
72
Pools
1
Laundromats
Number of Decks
4
Deck Plan Details
Ship small image
Symbol Legend
Legend Image for Sun deck with deck chairs Sun deck with deck chairs
Legend Image for Navigation bridge Navigation bridge
Legend Image for Sky barbecue Sky barbecue
Legend Image for Golf putting green Golf putting green
Legend Image for Games area Games area
Legend Image for Retractable glass roof Retractable glass roof
Legend Image for Walking track Walking track
Legend Image for Daytime pool &bar/ evening cinema Daytime pool &bar/ evening cinema
Legend Image for The terrace The terrace
Legend Image for Horizon bar and lounge Horizon bar and lounge
Legend Image for Lift Lift
Legend Image for Reception Reception
Legend Image for Wellness area Wellness area
Legend Image for Fitness area Fitness area
Legend Image for Reflections restaurant Reflections restaurant
Legend Image for Hairdresser Hairdresser
Deck plans are not yet available

Relax in your own sanctuary of serenity as you enjoy luxury river cruising. With a wide range of suites and staterooms, you’re sure to find the perfect accommodation to meet your needs. Whether you’re looking for plenty of space or a cozy stateroom, all accommodation options offer great river views.

EmeraldDISCOVERY takes you beyond the standard tourist experience, with an array of exciting excursions. You’ll enjoy an included excursion nearly every day and have the option to join our EmeraldPLUS, EmeraldACTIVE, and extra-special DiscoverMORE^ excursions to explore each destination in greater depth.

^Optional and available at an additional cost.

Luxury river cruising should provide complete peace of mind. This is why we cover all port charges, provide all meals on board with accompanying beverages, offer complimentary Wi-Fi, and cover all gratuities on board and onshore as standard. Our first-class English-speaking crew along with our knowledgeable, local guides create a seamless experience on your journey.

Wellness and active experiences are at the heart of our cruises, with a number of activities available. Our activity managers are on hand to ensure you make the most of your cruise. Join them on board for classes such yoga or aqua aerobics—or head to the gym if you prefer to work out on your own schedule. You’ll find a number of EmeraldACTIVE^ excursions to take part in, from guided hikes to canoeing trips and cycling tours.

^Not available on our Southeast Asia itineraries.

About Emerald Cruises
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More trips from Emerald Cruises

Founded in 2013, and first sailing as Emerald Waterways in 2014, Emerald Cruises is an award-winning travel operator specializing in deluxe river cruises and luxury yacht cruises. Just one year later, in 2014, the first Star-Ship, Emerald Sky, set sail.

Our extensive fleet of Star-Ships have been custom-built to sail Europe’s iconic Rhine, Main, Moselle, Danube, Rh?ne, Saône, and Douro rivers, as well as the majestic Mekong River in Southeast Asia, with each ship featuring a range of stylish innovations.

Unwind in your contemporary suite or stateroom, sample the finest cuisine in our elegant dining venues, relax on our spacious Sun Deck, and enjoy the river breeze from our indoor pool with a retractable roof that transforms into an evening cinema*.

In March 2022, our groundbreaking luxury yacht Emerald Azzurra welcomed her first guests, followed by her twin sister Emerald Sakara a year later. The yachts have been specially designed to provide unique access to the fascinating ports and harbors that only small yachts can reach. The yachts feature an open-air infinity pool, a wellness deck with a spa and gym, and a marina platform with a variety of water toys. 

Whether you’re traveling by river or sea, your luxury vessel will dock in the heart of amazing destinations.

This year, we celebrate 10 incredible years of Emerald Cruises by introducing the next generation of superyachts: Emerald Kaia.

Read More

About Emerald Cruises

Founded in 2013, and first sailing as Emerald Waterways in 2014, Emerald Cruises is an award-winning travel operator specializing in deluxe river cruises and luxury yacht cruises. Just one year later, in 2014, the first Star-Ship, Emerald Sky, set sail.

Our extensive fleet of Star-Ships have been custom-built to sail Europe’s iconic Rhine, Main, Moselle, Danube, Rh?ne, Saône, and Douro rivers, as well as the majestic Mekong River in Southeast Asia, with each ship featuring a range of stylish innovations.

Unwind in your contemporary suite or stateroom, sample the finest cuisine in our elegant dining venues, relax on our spacious Sun Deck, and enjoy the river breeze from our indoor pool with a retractable roof that transforms into an evening cinema*.

In March 2022, our groundbreaking luxury yacht Emerald Azzurra welcomed her first guests, followed by her twin sister Emerald Sakara a year later. The yachts have been specially designed to provide unique access to the fascinating ports and harbors that only small yachts can reach. The yachts feature an open-air infinity pool, a wellness deck with a spa and gym, and a marina platform with a variety of water toys. 

Whether you’re traveling by river or sea, your luxury vessel will dock in the heart of amazing destinations.

This year, we celebrate 10 incredible years of Emerald Cruises by introducing the next generation of superyachts: Emerald Kaia.

Read More

Learn More About Emerald Cruises
More trips from Emerald Cruises
Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.