2013 - APT Europe River Cruising

Amsterdam NETHERLANDS GERMANY 14 Aria or Concerto river ship Cologne Koblenz Coach Cruise Train No. of nights stay Freedom of Choice InclusionsTM Included Sightseeing / GERMANY Lucerne Swiss Alps Geneva 1 Geneva Lake Zermatt 2 SWITZERLAND 2 Montreux 3 Engelberg Zürich Andermatt Täsch Bellinzona Italian n LakesItalian Lakes District Day 7. Como, Bellinzona, St Moritz. Today you'll travel to the historically rich town of Bellinzona. Ride a lift from Piazza Del Sole to Castelgrande, before visiting the Castello De Montebello. Having visited two of Bellinzona's World Heritage-listed castles, it's time to depart for one of the most famous winter resorts in the world – St Moritz, which enjoys over 300 days of sunshine a year. On arrival, the afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure before dinner. Stay: St Moritz, Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains. BD THE MAGNIFICENT SWISS ALPS Day 8. St Moritz, Andermatt, Lucerne, Freedom of Choice Inclusions. Board the Glacier Express today for a rail journey known to be one of Europe's most scenic. Travelling at a deliberately relaxed pace, this three-hour trip allows ample time to absorb the scenery outside your panoramic windows. Cross bridges and viaducts, travel through tunnels and marvel at the alpine landscapes, snow-capped mountains, lush green valleys and pretty villages. During the journey, you'll enjoy lunch on board. On arrival in Andermatt, travel by coach to Lucerne, set on the shores of Lake Lucerne. Tonight, dine at your hotel, or enjoy a unique experience at Stadtkeller Musik Restaurant, where cow bells, costumes and yodelling will bring your evening to life alongside delicious traditional food. Three Night Stay: Lucerne, Hotel Schweizerhof Luzern. 1 St Moritz 1 Lake Como ITALY Day 10. Lucerne, Engelberg, Mt Titlis. After breakfast, board your coach and travel from Lucerne to the neighbouring mountain resort town of Engelberg. From here enjoy a brief tour that includes Engelberg Abbey then enjoy the breathtaking opportunity to ride a cable car from the town, over the mountain landscape and up to Mt Titlis, where you'll enjoy a hot chocolate while taking in the sweeping alpine views. Day 15. Graz. A recent holder of the European Capital of Culture title, the Austrian city of Graz boasts a relaxed atmosphere and several unique attractions. Today, you'll enjoy a guided tour that includes a visit to the vast Eggenberg Palace complex, which contributed significantly to Graz' historic Old Town attaining its World Heritage-listing. This evening, dine at local restaurant. B THE VIBRANT CITY OF MUNICH Day 11. Munich. Travel to Munich today, enjoying the magnificent Swiss scenery as you pass stunning alpine mountainscapes. Arrive in Munich and relax at your hotel. Three Night Stay: Munich, Sofitel Bayerpost. B Day 12. Munich, Freedom of Choice Inclusions. Explore the beautiful capital city of Bavaria today with a sightseeing tour this morning and a range of touring activities in the afternoon. You may like to visit the BMW museum, tour the Stadtmuseum or take an excursion to the infamous Dachau Concentration Camp. Day 13. Munich, Füssen, Castles of BLD Day 9. Lucerne. Today, set out on a cruise over the waters of Lake Lucerne. Afterwards, enjoy a private tour of the Richard Wagner Museum followed by a private piano recital played on the original piano of the famous composer, Richard Wagner. Afterwards, a tour of Zürich includes such sights as the commercial centre, the Old Town, Fraumünster Church with its famous Chagall windows and historical Limmatquai. B Bavaria. Today, head out into the picturesque Bavarian countryside and visit Neuschwanstein Castle for a tour of this 19th-century Bavarian palace. The most photographed building in Germany, the castle is set on a rugged hill, and inspired the famous Disney Castle. Travel via Füssen and take a tour of Linderhof Castle, then return to Munich. BD Day 14. Munich, Salzburg, Graz. This morning, travel into Austria and on to Salzburg, where you'll stop for a tour of the city's 'Sound of Music' sights, including the Wedding Church, Mirabell Gardens and Great Salzburg Festival Hall. After, continue to Graz. Two Night Stay: Graz, Hotel Wiesler. TRAVEL TO BUDAPEST, EMBARK CRUISE Day 16. Graz, Budapest. This morning, travel to Budapest, where 16 Day (EULS16) guests depart the tour. On arrival, board your river ship, moored on the Danube River. 14 Night Stay: one of APT's luxurious Aria or Concerto river ships. Rüdesheim Kitzingen Rothenburg Munich 3 Würzburg Wertheim Main River Bamberg Nuremberg Füssen CZECH REP. Main-Danube Canal Regensburg Passau Salzburg AUSTRIA Ceský Krumlov Linz Melk Vienna Dürnstein Graz 2 Bratislava SLOVAKIA Danube River Budapest HUNGARY 25 GUESTS ON LAND JOURNEYS AVERAGE BD BD Day 17. Budapest. Tour Budapest then visit the Hungarian State Opera House for a tour and a private opera recital. Tonight, enjoy the Captain's Gala Welcome Dinner and take in the city lights as your ship sets off cruising along the mighty Danube River. B BLD Day 18. Vienna. After a tour of Vienna, enjoy a coffee and cake at Café Hofburg. This evening, enjoy a private concert at Albertina, a grand Viennese palace. Day 19. Vienna, Freedom of Choice Inclusions. Tour Schönbrunn Palace; visit the Fine Arts Museum and the Imperial Treasury; tour the Spanish Riding School and explore the Imperial Crypt; or take a trip to Bratislava. BLD Day 20. Dürnstein, Freedom of Choice Inclusions, Melk. Tour Dürnstein then cruise to Melk, or ride a bicycle to Melk. Both groups then tour Melk Abbey. Day 21. Linz, Freedom of Choice B Inclusions, Passau. From Linz visit Ceský Krumlov in the Czech Republic or cruise to Passau in Germany and enjoy a tour. 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