Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards
10 nights
Emerald Astra
10 Jun '26Cruise overview
Itinerary
Basel
Arrive at your innovative Emerald Cruises Star-Ship in Basel, where your friendly captain and crew will welcome your arrival.
Please book your flight to arrive into Basel prior to 03:00 PM.
Basel is a city in northwestern Switzerland on the Swiss, French and German borders. It is located on the bend of the River Rhine and benefits from a Mediterranean climate. It is the third most populated city in Switzerland and has been the commercial hub for Swiss arts and culture since the Renaissance. In 1967 the people of Basel voted to acquire two paintings by Picasso, who was so moved by the Basel people that he donated 3 paintings and a study to the city’s Kunstmuseum (Museum of Fine Arts). Visit the Augusta Raurica, one of the largest Roman archaeology parks in Switzerland, and enjoy a river crossings over the River Rhine by non-motorised ferries. During the summer months, time is spent outdoors, either swimming in the River Rhine, dining al fresco, enjoying open air concerts, cinema, street parties and festivals. Basel is home to over 20 restaurants that have won GaultMillau or Michelin awards, and boasts Switzerland’s largest collection of theatre shows, including modern contemporary dance, touring and puppetry theatre.
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Grand Balcony Suite
Spacious and refined, the Grand Balcony Suite offers an extended private balcony, separate seating area, plush bedding and a larger bathroom. Guests enjoy extra touches and upgraded amenities for an elevated onboard experience.
Amenities
- Coffee machine
- Minibar
- Pillow menu
- Bathrobe and slippers
- And included laundry service
Ship features
Emerald Astra offers sleek design, spacious public areas, and modern amenities, ensuring every journey along Europe’s rivers is as comfortable as it is inspiring.
- All-suite and stateroom accommodation for 180 guests
- Panorama Restaurant with regionally inspired menus
- Refined Horizon Bar & Lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows
- Heated indoor pool that converts to a cinema at night
- Spacious Sun Deck with putting green and walking track
- Wellness area with spa, gym, and bicycles for guests’ use
- EmeraldACTIVE and DiscoverMORE excursion programmes
- Innovative Star-Ship design with energy-efficient systems
- Contemporary décor inspired by modern European living
- Attentive service and relaxed, inclusive atmosphere
