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The 100-guest Emerald Azzurra and sister ship Emerald Sakara turn heads with their striking profile and stylish décor. The ships' intimate size allow you to explore smaller ports and hidden coves in destinations including the Croatian coast and the Red Sea, and facilities include a watersports marina, infinity pool and wellness area.
Our Insight
Emerald launched on the rivers of Europe in 2014 as Emerald Waterways, and belong to the same group as Australian tour operator and luxury river cruise line Scenic. We would place the Emerald river product in the 'Premium' category, a rung below our preferred river operators (including Scenic), so it's not a cruise line we've tended to shout about before.
Emerald's yacht cruises are a different proposition, however, filling a niche that is currently in great demand: small ships designed to cruise warm weather destinations such as the Dalmatian Coast and the Greek Islands. The 100-guest Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara are sleek and modern, with all except the lead-in staterooms featuring a private balcony, and itineraries have been designed to showcase smaller ports that the bigger ships can't reach.
It's important to point out that this is not an ultra-luxury product, and fares are not fully inclusive. The price includes your flights, transfers, meals, wine and beer with meals, complimentary WiFi, gratuities and included excursions in key ports; drinks outside of mealtimes and optional excursions are extra.
Both yachts sail the Mediterranean, Adriatic and Caribbean, visiting both well-known destinations and more intimate ports only accessible by small ship. In 2025, Emerald Azzurra takes in the Red Sea as well as serene island hopping around the idyllic Seychelles.
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Emerald Cruises
9 Dec - 16 Dec 2023 (7 Nights)
From £3,195 pp
Emerald Cruises
9 Dec - 16 Dec 2023 (7 Nights)
From £3,195 pp
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9 Dec - 23 Dec 2023 (14 Nights)
From £6,885 pp
Emerald Cruises
16 Dec - 23 Dec 2023 (7 Nights)
From £3,195 pp
Call us on 020 7399 7670 or visit us at our comfortable offices just off London's Regent Street.
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