Age Policy
Emerald Yacht Cruises caters primarily to adult travelers. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by an adult aged 21 or older and share accommodations.
Dining Information
Dining is served in stylish onboard venues with indoor and open-air seating. Complimentary beverages accompany lunch and dinner on most sailings.
Fuel Surcharge Policy
Emerald Cruises reserves the right to adjust prices due to fuel or operating cost increases. Guests who have paid in full are protected.
Payments / Refunds
- Booking Deposit
At the time of booking, a deposit is required to secure your Emerald Cruises vacation. River cruises aboard Emerald Cruises ships require a minimum deposit of $500 per person. Cruises operated on third-party vessels and Emerald yacht cruises require a deposit of $750 per person. - Your reservation will be automatically canceled if the required deposit is not received by Emerald Cruises by the stated due date. All deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable, unless otherwise specified in the booking terms and conditions.
- Final Payment
The remaining balance of your tour price must be paid in full no later than 90 days prior to departure for river cruises and 120 days prior to departure for yacht cruises. Failure to submit final payment by the required deadline will result in cancellation of your booking and forfeiture of the deposit. - Bookings Made Close to Departure
For river cruises booked within 90 days of departure and yacht cruises booked within 120 days of departure, full payment is required at the time of booking. If Emerald Cruises is unable to fully confirm your reservation, all amounts paid will be refunded, and no further obligation or liability will apply. - Late Booking Fee
A late booking fee of $50 per booking applies to all reservations made within 21 days of the tour departure date. - Booking Changes and Administration Fees
An administration fee of $50 is charged for each change made to an existing booking. Requests to change the tour departure date are treated as cancellations and are subject to applicable cancellation fees. All booking change requests are subject to approval at Emerald Cruises’ discretion. - Cancellation Policy for Yacht Cruises, Third-Party Ships, and Russia Tours
For yacht cruises, cruises operated on third-party vessels, and tours in Russia, the following cancellation charges apply per person based on the number of days prior to tour commencement:
Cancellations made 120 days or more before departure result in the loss of the tour deposit.
Cancellations made between 119 and 91 days before departure incur a charge of 25% of the total tour price.
Cancellations made between 90 and 61 days before departure incur a charge of 50% of the total tour price.
Cancellations made 60 days or fewer before departure result in a charge of 100% of the tour price.
Smoking Policy
Emerald Yacht Cruises vessels are non-smoking indoors. Limited designated smoking areas may be available on exterior decks.
Travel Protection
Travel insurance is strongly recommended due to the nature of yacht itineraries and international travel.
Tipping Policy
Gratuities are generally included or managed onboard for guest convenience.
Why Emerald Yacht Cruises?
Gratuities are generally included or managed onboard for guest convenience.
Luxury yacht experience with small guest capacity
Access to ports and coastlines large ships cannot reach
Stylish, modern yachts with open-air design
Relaxed, upscale atmosphere without formality
Strong value with inclusive dining and experiences
Curated coastal and island itineraries
FAQ
Are drinks included?
Complimentary beverages are included with meals.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, though connectivity may vary.
Dress code?
Casual to smart-casual; no formal nights.
Is Emerald Yacht Cruises all-inclusive?
Highly inclusive with optional upgrades.







