2013 - APT Europe River Cruising

36 Day Grand European Explorer Barcelona or Monte Carlo to Prague 3 Nights Barcelona | 28 Nights River Cruising from Arles to Budapest | 3 Nights Prague Spain | France | Switzerland | Germany | Netherlands | Austria | Slovakia | Hungary | Czech Rep. Barcelona's Royal Palace is just one of the many incredible attractions you'll see on this grand European discovery SUNNY BARCELONA Day 1. Arrive Barcelona. Be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy time at leisure, before a Welcome Reception. Three Night Grand City Stay: Barcelona, Le Méridien. Day 2. Barcelona, Freedom of Choice APT PLATINUM SERIES APT EXCLUSIVE! Choose from the widest range of suite & balcony options including Panoramic Balcony & Twin Balcony suites APT EXCLUSIVE! Select from APT's Freedom of Choice Inclusions in nine different places APT EXCLUSIVE! Participate in 17 unique APT Signature Experiences APT EXCLUSIVE! Gold or Silver Butler Service, room service & champagne on arrival (select suites, see pg 197 for details) APT EXCLUSIVE! Europe's finest onboard dining – La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs member Wine, beer & soft drink included with both lunch & dinner during your cruise Expert services of an APT Cruise Director Designed for Australians & New Zealanders TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR OF OUR FLEET ONLINE www.aptouring.com.au Freedom of Choice InclusionsTM Signature Experience 108 Inclusions. After breakfast, perhaps embark on a city tour, taking in the World Heritage- listed Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família, designed by the famed Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí. Alternatively, enhance your photography skills and learn where the best viewpoints of the city are during a guided photography tour. The more energetic, meanwhile, may like to participate in a fun flamenco class. On your return to the city centre this evening, indulge in a selection of delicious Spanish cuisine at a wonderful Paella Welcome Dinner. Day 3. Barcelona. Enjoy a full day to explore Barcelona at leisure today. Later, you may like to enjoy an optional dinner show featuring flamenco dancers (own expense). CRUISING THE SAÔNE AND RHÔNE Day 5. Arles, Freedom of Choice Touring. Today perhaps visit the castle in Les Baux de Provence, then enjoy a tour and tasting at an olive mill. Alternatively, visit the olive farm first, then head to Saint Paul de Mausole Asylum, where Van Gogh spent many of his latter years in the late 1890s. Afterwards, re-board your ship and cruise to Avignon BLD Day 6. Avignon, Freedom of Choice Inclusions, Viviers. In Avignon this morning, perhaps visit the Palace of the Popes or see the Pont du Gard, then enjoy free time in Uzès. Later, cruise to Viviers. After dinner, enjoy a 'ghost walk' or stay on board for a nougat- making demonstration. BD BLD B TRAVEL TO ARLES, EMBARK CRUISE Day 4. Barcelona, Arles. Leave Barcelona today and travel via the medieval town of Perpignan in southern France to the historic commune of Arles, located just below the Camargue Delta in the Bouches-du-Rhône region. On arrival, your cruise of the Rhône River begins. Tonight enjoy a Welcome Dinner. Seven Night Stay: APT's luxurious Aria River Ship – the MS AMADAGIO. Day 7. Viviers, Grignan, Tournon. On a trip to Grignan today, visit a truffle farm for an insight into this unique industry. Head out with the dogs in search of truffles then enjoy a tasting of these delicacies. Then cruise to Tournon and Tain L'Hermitage, towns that face each other across the Rhône River. Perhaps go for a stroll after dinner. BLD Day 8. Tournon, Freedom of Choice BD Inclusions. Vienne. This morning, visit a local vineyard on Hermitage hill for a guided tour and a wine tasting. Alternatively, travel into the Ardèche Mountains and on to Boucieu-le-Roi. Here, enjoy a tour of a family-run goat farm, followed by the chance to sample goat's cheese. Then re-board your ship for lunch as it cruises towards Vienne. BLD P L A T I R I N E E U M S S THROUGH 9 COUNTRIES TRAVEL

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