2014 - APT Europe River Cruising Preview

Karlovy Vary 3 Prague CZECH REP . Danube River Ceský Krumlov Regensburg Passau Dürnstein SLOVAKIA Melk Vilshofen Vienna Danube River Linz GERMANY Coach Budapest Salzburg Cruise Bratislava Gmunden 14 Concerto River Ship No. of nights stay HUNGARY AUSTRIA Included Sightseeing Pécs Mohács ROMANIA Vukovar Novi Sad CROATIA Bucharest Ilok Iron Gates Belgrade Vidin Rousse SERBIA & MONTENEGRO Veliko Tarnovo BULGARIA Arbanassi Belogradchik Plovdiv 1 Black Sea Erdine TURKEY 3 Istanbul ALL-INCLUSIVE LUXURY CRUISING YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES A two-night stay in the Hilton Prague Old Town or the InterContinental Prague in the heart of the charming Czech capital 14 nights cruising aboard a luxurious Concerto river ship A three-night stay in Istanbul's Ritz-Carlton Hotel An overnight stay at Bulgaria's Dedeman Hotel in Plovdiv Guided tours and unique cultural experiences in up to 22 towns, villages and cities Visit Vienna's Hofburg Imperial Palace during an in-depth city tour Explore the Hungary's World Heritagelisted Puszta region, and enjoy lunch at a local village Cruise through the Iron Gates, one of Europe's most impressive natural wonders 49 meals – enjoy 21 Breakfasts (B), 14 Lunches (L) and 14 Dinners (D) Soft drink, beer and regional wine included during dinner on board Airport transfers, port charges & tipping – saving you up to $1,410 per couple Excursions and entertainment to the value of $950 per couple Bucharest's Arch of Triumph was built to honour the bravery of Romanian soldiers who fought in World War I 2014 DATES & PRICES (NZ$) PER PERSON 22 DAYS PRAGUE TO ISTANBUL (EUGD22) SUITE UPGRADES – CONCERTO RIVER SHIPS Concerto River Ships Twin Share Solo Trav. Apr. 25. May 8, 24; June 6. July 3, 19; Aug. 1. Aug. 28; Sept. 13. Sept. 26; Oct. 23. $10,150 $10,560 $10,305 $10,815 $10,560 $14,750 $15,360 $14,975 $15,740 $15,360 ■ Highlighted dates indicate itinerary operates in reverse (EUGDR22). Day 20. Istanbul. A tour of Turkey's capital today takes you through the old city, with its Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman monuments. See the Galata Tower and visit the Blue Mosque. B Day 22. Depart Istanbul. Your journey ends after breakfast as you transfer to the airport for your onward flight. B Concerto River Ships Twin Share Solo Trav. Apr. 28. May 12, 27; June 10. July 7, 22; Aug. 5. Sept. 1, 16. Sept. 30; Oct. 27. $7,995 $8,405 $8,150 $8,660 $8,405 $11,445 $12,055 $11,670 $12,435 $12,055 To upgrade, add per person: Cat. Suite Type Deck Twin Share Solo Trav. D C B T T+ P P+ Own. Own.+ Twin Window Panoramic Balc. Panoramic Balc. Twin Balcony Twin Balcony Twin Balcony Twin Balcony Twin Balcony Twin Balcony Piano Cello Violin Cello Violin Cello Violin Violin Violin $490 $1,490 $1,990 $2,550 $2,790 $3,350 $3,790 $4,850 $5,590 $740 $2,240 $2,980 $3,830 $4,180 $5,030 $5,690 $9,700 $11,180 PLEASE NOTE: Prices include port charges, gratuities and sundries. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. For further information as well as all terms and conditions, see pages 62-63. ■ Highlighted dates indicate itinerary operates in reverse (EUGDR15). SAVE $500 PER COUPLE Refer to SuperDeals on pages 14-15 for information. Conditions apply* www.aptouring.co.nz GRAND EUROPE CRUISING Day 21. Istanbul. Today visit Topkapi Palace, the primary residence of the Ottoman Sultans from 1465 to 1853. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Perhaps join a cruise on the Bosphorus, a narrow strait forming a boundary between Europe and Asia (own expense). B 15 DAYS CRUISE ONLY – VILSHOFEN TO ROUSSE (EUGD15) Prices are based on a Cat. E Twin Window Suite (Piano Deck). See pages 59-60 for deck and suite plans. 41

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