Emerald Cruises has unveiled its 2027–2028 luxury yacht cruise collection, introducing 25 brand new voyages, new ports of call, and the highly anticipated debut of Emerald Raiya. Spanning 170 departures and over 200 ports across 70 countries, the new season reaffirms Emerald Cruises’ commitment to slow travel, immersive exploration, and small-ship elegance.
Fresh destinations and longer stays
Designed for today’s curious and discerning traveller, highlights of the new program include:
- Inaugural sailing of Emerald Raiya on 8 April 2027, from Valletta to Athens
- 25 new voyages featuring 19 never-before-visited ports, including Skiathos, Saint Florent, Arbatax, Bocas del Toro and more
- Longer port stays and overnight stops for deeper destination immersion
- Combinable itineraries allowing for extended adventures across four regions: Mediterranean, Caribbean, Central America, and the Indian Ocean
Four yachts, four regions, one unforgettable experience
- Emerald Azzurra will explore the Adriatic and Central America, offering highlights like a rare cruise past Venice’s St Mark’s Square and full Panama Canal transits.
- Emerald Sakara promises glamour in the Western Med with visits to Saint-Tropez, Sicily and Sardinia, before heading to the Caribbean for laid-back luxury from Sint Maarten to Iles des Saintes.
- Emerald Kaia will combine Adriatic charm with Caribbean flair, featuring one-way Caribbean itineraries and off-the-beaten-path stops like Montserrat and Saint John.
- Emerald Raiya, the newest jewel in the fleet, will journey from the Eastern Mediterranean to the Seychelles and Red Sea, spotlighting lesser-known gems like Kepez, Katakolo and Al Disah Canyon.
A fifth yacht, Emerald Xara, is set to join the fleet in 2028.
A new era of yacht cruising
With sleek ships limited to just 100 guests, Emerald Cruises offers an intimate yachting experience with high-end comfort, immersive cultural encounters, and seamless access to ports unreachable by larger vessels.
