2017 - APT Europe River Cruising Preview

57 FRANCE RIVER CRUISING Day 14. Bilbao, Burgos, Madrid. Travel south towards Burgos. Located on the Pilgrim's Road to Santiago de Compostela, the city's skyline is dominated by an amazing World Heritage-listed Spanish Gothic cathedral. Stop for a walking tour and some free time for lunch before continuing to Madrid. Three Night Stay: Westin Palace Madrid. B Day 15. Madrid. Get to know the beautiful city of Madrid during a tour, taking in the Royal Palace, Buen Retiro Park and the Plaza Mayor. Tonight, enjoy a tapas Farewell Dinner. BD Day 16. Madrid, Freedom of Choice. Perhaps learn all about the traditional flavours of Spanish cuisine on a culinary tour. Or a visit to the Prado Museum may be more your style. Alternatively, explore Bernabeu soccer stadium, home to the Real Madrid Football Club. Enjoy your final evening at your leisure. B Day 17. Depart Madrid. Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. B FLY FOR $995 PER PERSON ^ – VALID ON ALL SUITES AND ALL DATES Enjoy three nights to immerse yourself in Madrid ALL-INCLUSIVE LUXURY CRUISING YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 9 Unique cultural experiences in up to 13 towns, villages and cities 9 32 meals – 16 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L), 10 dinners (D) 9 Complimentary beverages served at your discretion on board* 9 Expert services of an APT Cruise Director and Tour Director 9 Room service and champagne on arrival for select suites † 9 Transfers, port charges and tipping FREEDOM OF CHOICE TM SIGHTSEEING INCLUSIONS 9 APT EXCLUSIVE! Enjoy a choice of activities in Paris, Cadillac, Blaye, Libourne and Madrid INCLUDED SIGNATURE INVITATIONS 9 Enjoy dinner and a spectacular show at the famous Moulin Rouge 9 See how wooden wine barrels are made during a visit to a family-owned cooperage in Ludon, before a wine tasting 9 Delight in a private dinner at Château Pape Clément in Bordeaux, complete with wines from the estate's 13th-century vineyard OUTSTANDING ACCOMMODATION 9 Luxury accommodation in Paris, Bilbao and Madrid 9 Seven nights on one of APT's luxurious Aria River Ships Pauillac Blaye Cognac Cadillac Saint-Émilion Libourne Bordeaux Gironde Estuary Garonne River Dordogne River Sauternes Bergerac FRANCE Aria River Ship 7 SPAIN San Sebastian Bilbao Madrid Burgos Saint-Jean-de-Luz Bay of Biscay 3 3 Bourg Coach Cruise Rail No. of Nights Stay Paris 3 2017 DATES & PRICES (A$) per person 17 DAYS PARIS TO MADRID (EUBCPM17) TWIN SHARE SOLO TRAV. River Ship Twin Window Suites Panoramic Balcony Suites Twin Window Suite Aria E D C B B+ A Owner's E Apr. 24. $9,495 $9,695 $11,195 $11,295 $11,395 $11,495 $11,995 $13,645 July 3; Aug. 28. $9,595 $9,795 $11,295 $11,395 $11,495 $11,595 $12,095 $13,795 Sept. 25. $9,695 $9,895 $11,395 $11,495 $11,595 $11,695 $12,195 $13,945 11 DAYS PARIS TO BORDEAUX (EUBCPB11) Apr. 24. $8,095 $8,295 $9,795 $9,895 $9,995 $10,095 $10,595 $11,545 July 3; Aug. 28. $8,195 $8,395 $9,895 $9,995 $10,095 $10,195 $10,695 $11,695 Sept. 25. $8,295 $8,495 $9,995 $10,095 $10,195 $10,295 $10,795 $11,845 8 DAYS CRUISE ONLY – BORDEAUX RETURN (EUBC08) Apr. 27. $5,195 $5,395 $6,895 $6,995 $7,095 $7,195 $7,695 $7,545 July 6; Aug. 31. $5,295 $5,495 $6,995 $7,095 $7,195 $7,295 $7,795 $7,695 Sept. 28. $5,395 $5,595 $7,095 $7,195 $7,295 $7,395 $7,895 $7,845 Prices include port charges, gratuities and sundries. Solo traveller price based on Cat. E Twin Window Suite, please enquire for solo suite upgrade prices. See page 105 for deck and suite plans. The waterways in the Bordeaux region are part of a tidal river system which results in changing water levels. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur. *For further information as well as all terms and conditions, see pages 110-111. † See page 103 for details. ^See pages 34-35 for SuperDeal terms and conditions.

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