2013 - APT Europe River Cruising

Choice Inclusions Freedom of TM Enjoy a choice of sightseeing during your cruise – at no extra cost. Different travellers have different interests. Which is why, in the following locations, we offer you a selection of sightseeing activities so that you can personalise your European river cruise. It's the ideal way in which to ensure that your holiday is just that – your very own. AMSTERDAM Canal Boat Cruise Admire the unique architecture of Amsterdam as you cruise through the maze of canals for which the city is famous. Board a glass-top boat and drift through the heart of the city. OR Van Gogh Museum With the world's largest collection of Van Gogh paintings, a visit to this famous museum provides a unique, first-hand appreciation of the Dutch painter's artistic genius. OR Maritime Museum Visit one of the world's best maritime museums. Fully renovated in 2011, it offers a comprehensive and modern look at the Netherlands' centuries-long tie to the sea. RÜDESHEIM Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum Ride the Winzerexpress mini-train to this museum, home to many automated musical instruments. OR Gondola Ride Glide over the picturesque Rhine Valley from Rüdesheim to the Niederwalddenkmal monument, enjoying stunning vistas of the Rhine Valley from your gondola as you soar through the skies. OR Rhine Valley Winery Visit & Tasting Explore the Rhine Valley and sample the unique wines of Rhineland, including the famous Riesling varietal, during a visit to and tour of a local vineyard. OR OR WÜRZBURG Würzburg Residential Palace Take a guided tour of Würzburg's historic Resi dential Palace, designed by the leading Baroque architects of the 18th century. Medieval Rothenburg Travel along the Romantic Road from Würzburg to the charming walled town of Rothenburg, which boasts beautifully preserved medieval architecture and several ruins. NUREMBERG World War II Sites Nuremberg played a pivotal role during World War II and went on to act as the host of the Nuremberg Trials. See a range of famous sites from the era, including Courtroom 600. Medieval City Tour Visit a wide selection of Nuremberg's fascinating medieval attractions including the ramparts that surround the city, the Kaiserburg Fortress, the Imperial Castle and more. OR WERTHEIM Guided Bicycle Tour* Set off on a locally-guided bicycle tour of Wertheim. Take in a range of lovely architecture as your guide leads you safely along the streets for a truly unique insight into the town. Guided Walking Tour Explore the sights of Wertheim on foot. Wander pretty streets and avenues with a guide, who'll impart fascinating knowledge of the town as you explore. OR REGENSBURG Guided Walking Tour On a tour through the historic streets of Germany's best-preserved medieval city, you'll see such sights as the Old Town Hall, the World Heritage-listed city centre and the Porta Pretoria. Bike Tour to the Temple of Walhallah* Ride to the hillside temple of Walhallah, a beautiful building that was erected to commemorate the achievements of many distinguished Germans. PASSAU / LINZ Salzburg's 'Sound of Music' Sights Visit Salzburg and several sights from the film, 'The Sound of Music', including Mirabell Gardens and Great Salzburg Festival Hall. OR Tour, Cruise & Apple Strudel Demonstration Cruise one of the Danube's River's most scenic stretches and enjoy an apple strudel demonstration on board. Also includes a tour of Passau. OR Ceský Krumlov Immerse yourself in the culture of the Czech Republic during this fascinating excursion to the World Heritage-listed city of Ceský Krumlov. 42 P L A T I R I N E E U M S S

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