MV Esmeralda River Cruises now on sale!

Pre-book your 2009 holiday today!


European River Cruises on-board the MV Esmeralda
The Danube is a beautiful river to cruise along and what better way to appreciate this picturesque water way than aboard the MV Esmeralda. Offering quality and modern accommodation for over 100 passengers, we’re delighted to welcome you on board this elegant ship.


So, once enveloped in these stylish surroundings you’re ready to embark, in comfort, on your cruise experience.

About the MV Esmeralda
Life on board

Where on the ship should you explore first? Your time spent on board can be enjoyed in the comfortable lounge on the Promenade Deck, sipping a cool, refreshing beverage whilst the onboard musician entertains before taking to the dance floor in the evenings or up on the partially covered Sun Deck that is simply perfect for pulling up a chair and letting the stunning scenery pass you by.

Cabins

Stay in any of the 63 outward facing cabins in the Main and Promenade Decks. All the cabins are comfortably equipped with private facilities, twin beds, air conditioning/heating, satellite TV and a safety deposit box. We just want to make sure you have an outstanding cruise adventure.

Food and drink

A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed overlooking the beautiful tranquil waters, you can lunch whilst meandering through the awe-inspiring Wachau Valley whereas your four-course dinner can be accompanied by a magnificent mountain back-drop.


We even provide morning and afternoon tea and coffee for you to enjoy. This is just such a unique way to sightsee.

Book your 2009 River Cruise online today!

River Cruises on-board the MV Esmeralda

Historic Capitals of the Danube by coach from only £919 per person

A majestic cruise through the valleys, vineyards and scenery that make the Danube so special takes in some captivating towns and cities, full of history and culture. From the elegance of Vienna, with its many sights from the glorious Hapsburg era, to beautiful Budapest, the ‘Pearl of The Danube’, and the ancient splendour of Bratislava, you can immerse yourself in some of the heartland of Europe’s most magical capitals.

Holiday InfoHolidayDurationDateWasNowSave per personDiscount ExpiresBook
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*10 days16/06/2009£969p.p£919p.p£50p.p30/11/2008Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*10 days23/06/2009£979p.p£929p.p£50p.p30/11/2008Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*10 days30/06/2009£979p.p£929p.p£50p.p30/11/2008Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*10 days07/07/2009£989p.p£939p.p£50p.p30/11/2008Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*10 days14/07/2009£989p.p£939p.p£50p.p30/11/2008Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*10 days21/07/2009£999p.p£949p.p£50p.p30/11/2008Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*10 days28/07/2009£999p.p£949p.p£50p.p30/11/2008Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*10 days04/08/2009£989p.p£939p.p£50p.p30/11/2008Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*10 days11/08/2009£989p.p£939p.p£50p.p30/11/2008Book

Historic Capitals Of The Danube by air

*Historic Capitals Of The Danube* departing from Birmingham from only £969p.p!

Holiday InfoHolidayDurationDeparture DatePrice per personDeparture AirportOutbound FlightInbound FlightBook
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days17/06/2009£969Birmingham07001520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days24/06/2009£979Birmingham07001520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days01/07/2009£979Birmingham07001520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days08/07/2009£989Birmingham07001520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days15/07/2009£989Birmingham07001520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days22/07/2009£999Birmingham07001520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days29/07/2009£999Birmingham07001520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days05/08/2009£989Birmingham07001520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days12/08/2009£989Birmingham07001520Book

*Historic Capitals Of The Danube* departing from Edinburgh from only £969p.p!

Holiday InfoHolidayDurationDeparture DatePrice per personDeparture AirportOutbound FlightInbound FlightBook
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days17/06/2009£969Edinburgh09251330Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days24/06/2009£979Edinburgh09251330Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days01/07/2009£979Edinburgh09251330Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days08/07/2009£989Edinburgh09251330Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days15/07/2009£989Edinburgh09251330Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days22/07/2009£999Edinburgh09251330Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days29/07/2009£999Edinburgh09251330Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days05/08/2009£989Edinburgh09251330Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days12/08/2009£989Edinburgh09251330Book

*Historic Capitals Of The Danube* departing from London Heathrow from only £969p.p!

Holiday InfoHolidayDurationDeparture DatePrice per personDeparture AirportOutbound FlightInbound FlightBook
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days17/06/2009£969London Heathrow09551415Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days24/06/2009£979London Heathrow09551415Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days01/07/2009£979London Heathrow09551415Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days08/07/2009£989London Heathrow09551415Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days15/07/2009£989London Heathrow09551415Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days22/07/2009£999London Heathrow09551415Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days29/07/2009£999London Heathrow09551415Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days05/08/2009£989London Heathrow09551415Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days12/08/2009£989London Heathrow09551415Book

*Historic Capitals Of The Danube* departing from London Luton from only £969p.p!

Holiday InfoHolidayDurationDeparture DatePrice per personDeparture AirportOutbound FlightInbound FlightBook
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days17/06/2009£969London Luton12051600Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days24/06/2009£979London Luton12051600Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days01/07/2009£979London Luton12051600Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days08/07/2009£989London Luton12051600Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days15/07/2009£989London Luton12051600Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days22/07/2009£999London Luton12051600Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days29/07/2009£999London Luton12051600Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days05/08/2009£989London Luton12051600Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days12/08/2009£989London Luton12051600Book

*Historic Capitals Of The Danube* departing from Manchester from only £969p.p!

Holiday InfoHolidayDurationDeparture DatePrice per personDeparture AirportOutbound FlightInbound FlightBook
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days17/06/2009£969Manchester06551520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days24/06/2009£979Manchester06551520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days01/07/2009£979Manchester06551520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days08/07/2009£989Manchester06551520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days15/07/2009£989Manchester06551520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days22/07/2009£999Manchester06551520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days29/07/2009£999Manchester06551520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days05/08/2009£989Manchester06551520Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days12/08/2009£989Manchester06551520Book

*Historic Capitals Of The Danube* departing from London Stansted from only £969p.p!

Holiday InfoHolidayDurationDeparture DatePrice per personDeparture AirportOutbound FlightInbound FlightBook
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days17/06/2009£969London Stansted08051130Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days24/06/2009£979London Stansted08051130Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days01/07/2009£979London Stansted08051130Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days08/07/2009£989London Stansted08051130Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days15/07/2009£989London Stansted08051130Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days22/07/2009£999London Stansted08051130Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days29/07/2009£999London Stansted08051130Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days05/08/2009£989London Stansted08051130Book
Holiday Info*Historic Capitals Of The Danube*8 days12/08/2009£989London Stansted08051130Book


All holidays are operated by Shearings Holidays Ltd. All holidays are subject to availability and the terms & conditions of the Shearings Holidays Trading Charter. All prices are per person, per stay based on two people sharing a cabin. Up to £50 per person saving is valid on new bookings made between 04/09/08 and 30/11/08 for selected holidays departing between 5th May and 23rd September 2009. Cannot be used in cojunction with any other offer.