--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: ae605543-5623-412c-8bd5-70f7bb080fe7 slug: 2243938 voyage_code: ELOC180726.2 cruise_line: Emerald Cruises ship: Emerald Dawn departure_date: return_date: nights: 10 embarkation_port: Basel disembarkation_port: London starting_price_usd: 5885.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T04:40:41Z --- # Jewels of the Rhine & London - Basel to London > Emerald Cruises · Emerald Dawn · Jul 18 – 28   (10 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Emerald Cruises | | **Ship** | Emerald Dawn | | **Duration** | 10 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Basel | | **Disembarkation Port** | London | | **Starting Price** | 5,885 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | ELOC180726.2 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Basel **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Basel is a city on the Rhine River in northwest Switzerland, close to the country’s borders with France and Germany. Its medieval old town centers around Marktplatz, dominated by the 16th-century, red-sandstone Town Hall. Its 12th-century Gothic cathedral has city views, and contains the tomb of the 16th-century Dutch scholar, Erasmus. The city’s university houses some of Erasmus’ works. ### Day 2: Breisach **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Breisach is a town with approximately 16,500 inhabitants, situated along the Rhine in the Rhine Valley, in the district Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, about halfway between Freiburg and Colmar — 20 kilometres away from each — and about 60 kilometres north of Basel near the Kaiserstuhl. ### Day 3: Kehl **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Kehl is a town in southwestern Germany in the Ortenaukreis, Baden-Württemberg. It is located on the river Rhine, directly opposite the French city of Strasbourg ### Day 3: Strasbourg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Strasbourg is the capital city of the Grand Est region, formerly Alsace, in northeastern France. It's also the formal seat of the European Parliament and sits near the German border, with culture and architecture blending German and French influences. Its Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame features daily shows from its astronomical clock and sweeping views of the Rhine River from partway up its 142m spire. ### Day 4: Germersheim **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 5: Koblenz **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Koblenz, spelled Coblenz before 1926, is a German city on the banks of the Rhine and of the Moselle, a multi-nation tributary. Koblenz was established as a Roman military post by Drusus around 8 B.C. Its name originates from the Latin cōnfluentēs, meaning " confluence" ### Day 6: Cologne **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Cologne, a 2,000-year-old city spanning the Rhine River in western Germany, is the region’s cultural hub. A landmark of High Gothic architecture set amid reconstructed old town, the twin-spired Cologne Cathedral is also known for its gilded medieval reliquary and sweeping river views. The adjacent Museum Ludwig showcases 20th-century art, including many masterpieces by Picasso, and the Romano-Germanic Museum houses Roman antiquities. ### Day 6: Dusseldorf **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 7: Amsterdam **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk. Cycling is key to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths ### Day 8: Amsterdam **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk. Cycling is key to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths ### Day 9: London **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 10: London **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 11: London **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $5,885 | | Suite | $9,110 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Emerald Stateroom** (Code: D) All Emerald Staterooms feature picture windows and the same high quality facilities as all other cabins. Plus, they’re bigger than other standard staterooms, providing excellent value for money. Included in your stateroom: Picture window (approximately 1500mm L X 340mm H) | Bathroom with shower, in... **Emerald Stateroom** (Code: ES) Each ship also offers two Emerald Single Staterooms featuring picture windows and the same high quality facilities as all other cabins. With their deluxe oversize single beds, they provide excellent value for money for single guests. Included in your stateroom: Picture window (approximately 1500mm ... **Emerald Stateroom** (Code: E) An Emerald Stateroom is home to all the amenities you need to settle into your home-away-from-home. A great size picture window lets in the perfect amount of light, welcoming in the golden summer sunshine, or the winter sun during cooler months. Comfort is of the highest importance, so each room f... ### Suite Cabins **Owner's One-bedroom Suite** (Code: SA) Some of the most sumptuous suites on European waterways, our Owners One-Bedroom Suite has it all. A separate lounge and bedroom area allows the luxury of space, from which to enjoy your complimentary continental breakfast in the morning, a drink from your fully stocked minibar or after-dinner sweet ... **Emerald Grand Balcony Suite** (Code: S) Staying in the Emerald Grand Balcony Suite makes waking up and going to sleep a dream. Open your balcony, with the simple press of a button, to let in the river breeze on a lazy morning, as the unrivalled comfort of your queen-size or twin hotel-style bed, dressed with luxurious linens, encourages y... **Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite** (Code: C) Your Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite offers everything you could possibly need throughout your cruise, and more. You’ll be surrounded by elegant décor and opulent, comfortable furnishings, as you unwind in your home-away-from-home. Relax on your balcony as the stunning landscapes pass by, and transfo... **Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite** (Code: B) Your Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite offers everything you could possibly need throughout your cruise, and more. You’ll be surrounded by elegant décor and opulent, comfortable furnishings, as you unwind in your home-away-from-home. Relax on your balcony as the stunning landscapes pass by, and transfo... **Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite** (Code: A) Your Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite offers everything you could possibly need throughout your cruise, and more. You’ll be surrounded by elegant décor and opulent, comfortable furnishings, as you unwind in your home-away-from-home. Relax on your balcony as the stunning landscapes pass by, and transfo... ## Ship Information ### Emerald Dawn Guiding you past some of Europe’s most beautiful stretches of countryside and through some of the continent’s most vibrant and enchanting cities; Emerald Sky ensures every minute of your holiday is exceptionally comfortable and enjoyable. From the spacious suites and staterooms to the contemporary, sophisticated public spaces, every inch of Emerald Sky has been considered. Navigating the rivers Rhine, Main, Danube and Moselle; the Emerald Star, Sky, Sun, Dawn and Destiny can guide you through some of Europe’s most magical stretches of water and help you explore many of the continent’s most arresting and enchanting cities. The five sister vessels, boasting a modest capacity of 182 guests apiece, are all blessed with a selection of wonderful amenities and features. Our brand new Emerald ‘Star Ships’, the Emerald Dawn and the Emerald Sun, have made their debut voyages and have received high marks from our guests. You’ll enjoy all the same great features, including our open air system in the balcony suites and the indoor/ outdoor pool area, that make the “Star Ships” the 2014 Cruise Critic Editors’ Pick award winners for best new river ships. No matter which river cruise you choose, all your meals on-board the ship; beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner; on-shore excursions and touring; a special selection of EmeraldPLUS experiences; all travel and transfers from selected airports; and all tipping are included in the price. It’s what we like to call ‘Exceptional Emerald Value’. Step on to an award-winning ship where the spacious Sun Deck offers panoramic views of the stunning scenery. Relax in the fresh air while enjoying a light lunch and a glass of wine al-fresco on The Terrace. Enjoy insightful excursions in every port at no extra cost and we take care of tipping so you don’t have to think about it. You wouldn’t expect all this from a river cruise, but on an Emerald Waterways river cruise, you can look forward to it. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 182 | | Crew | 47 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 443.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Ports of Call ### Basel *Coordinates: 47.5596, 7.58061* Basel is a city on the Rhine River in northwest Switzerland, close to the country’s borders with France and Germany. Its medieval old town centers around Marktplatz, dominated by the 16th-century, red-sandstone Town Hall. Its 12th-century Gothic cathedral has city views, and contains the tomb of the 16th-century Dutch scholar, Erasmus. The city’s university houses some of Erasmus’ works. ### Breisach *Coordinates: 48.032, 7.57847* Breisach is a town with approximately 16,500 inhabitants, situated along the Rhine in the Rhine Valley, in the district Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, about halfway between Freiburg and Colmar — 20 kilometres away from each — and about 60 kilometres north of Basel near the Kaiserstuhl. ### Kehl *Coordinates: 48.5725, 7.81327* Kehl is a town in southwestern Germany in the Ortenaukreis, Baden-Württemberg. It is located on the river Rhine, directly opposite the French city of Strasbourg ### Strasbourg *Coordinates: 48.5829, 7.74375* Strasbourg is the capital city of the Grand Est region, formerly Alsace, in northeastern France. It's also the formal seat of the European Parliament and sits near the German border, with culture and architecture blending German and French influences. Its Gothic Cathédrale Notre-Dame features daily shows from its astronomical clock and sweeping views of the Rhine River from partway up its 142m spi... ### Germersheim *Coordinates: 49.2189, 8.36958* ### Koblenz *Coordinates: 50.3567, 7.59948* Koblenz, spelled Coblenz before 1926, is a German city on the banks of the Rhine and of the Moselle, a multi-nation tributary. Koblenz was established as a Roman military post by Drusus around 8 B.C. Its name originates from the Latin cōnfluentēs, meaning " confluence" ### Cologne *Coordinates: 50.9407, 6.95991* Cologne, a 2,000-year-old city spanning the Rhine River in western Germany, is the region’s cultural hub. A landmark of High Gothic architecture set amid reconstructed old town, the twin-spired Cologne Cathedral is also known for its gilded medieval reliquary and sweeping river views. The adjacent Museum Ludwig showcases 20th-century art, including many masterpieces by Picasso, and the Romano-Germ... ### Dusseldorf *Coordinates: 51.2249, 6.77565* ### Amsterdam *Coordinates: 52.3731, 4.89222* Amsterdam is the Netherlands’ capital, known for its artistic heritage, elaborate canal system and narrow houses with gabled facades, legacies of the city’s 17th-century Golden Age. Its Museum District houses the Van Gogh Museum, works by Rembrandt and Vermeer at the Rijksmuseum, and modern art at the Stedelijk. Cycling is key to the city’s character, and there are numerous bike paths ### London *Coordinates: 51.5074, -0.127758* ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2243938 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2243938 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2243938.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2243938/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/emerald-cruises/emerald-dawn/other/37704.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 04:40:41 UTC