Pearls of Southern Spain & Portugal
Barcelona to Lisbon
About Emerald Sakara
And with an intimate 100 guests on board there's an abundance of space throughout all areas of your yacht.
Discover a secluded spot to read a book, enjoy unimpeded views of the unspoiled landscapes or arrange to meet fellow guests at one of our comfortable meeting spots.
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.
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.
And with an intimate 100 guests on board there's an abundance of space throughout all areas of your yacht.
Discover a secluded spot to read a book, enjoy unimpeded views of the unspoiled landscapes or arrange to meet fellow guests at one of our comfortable meeting spots.
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.
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.
About Emerald Cruises
Emerald Cruises has nine branded Star-Ships offering river sailings in Europe and on the Mekong. In 2022, Emerald Azzurra was the first yacht to launch under the Emerald Cruises brand – a 100-guest yacht sailing the warm waters of the Mediterranean, Adriatic, Caribbean and Central America – followed in August 2023 by its sister, Emerald Sakara. Emerald Cruises has proudly unveiled its next generation luxury ocean yacht, Emerald Kaia, the latest innovation in Emerald Cruises’ yacht fleet which will set sail in April 2026. Merging increased capacity with an intimate ambiance, the yacht will accommodate 128 guests and introduce a suite of innovations that underscores Emerald Cruises’ pioneering spirit in luxury yacht cruising.
About Emerald Cruises
Emerald Cruises has nine branded Star-Ships offering river sailings in Europe and on the Mekong. In 2022, Emerald Azzurra was the first yacht to launch under the Emerald Cruises brand – a 100-guest yacht sailing the warm waters of the Mediterranean, Adriatic, Caribbean and Central America – followed in August 2023 by its sister, Emerald Sakara. Emerald Cruises has proudly unveiled its next generation luxury ocean yacht, Emerald Kaia, the latest innovation in Emerald Cruises’ yacht fleet which will set sail in April 2026. Merging increased capacity with an intimate ambiance, the yacht will accommodate 128 guests and introduce a suite of innovations that underscores Emerald Cruises’ pioneering spirit in luxury yacht cruising.
