2014 - APT Europe River Cruising Preview

ALL-INCLUSIVE LUXURY CRUISING Coach Cruise Air (included) No. of nights stay Freedom of Choice InclusionsTM / Included Sightseeing YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Seven nights cruising aboard a luxurious Concerto river ship Budapest 2 HUNGARY Enjoy two nights in Budapest at the Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge 7 Concerto River Ship Pécs Stay a total of four nights in Istanbul, at the Old City Hagia Sophia Hotel Mohács ROMANIA Danube River CROATIA Ilok Enjoy an overnight stay at the Hotel Kolin in Çanakkale 32 meals – 14 Breakfasts (B), 8 Lunches (L) and 10 Dinners (D) Airport transfers, port charges & tipping – saving you up to $1,020 per couple Excursions and entertainment to the value of $1,400 per couple Black Sea Vukovar Bucharest Belgrade Iron Gates Novi Sad Giurgiu Vidin Rousse SERBIA & Belogradchik MONTENEGRO BULGARIA TURKEY 4 Istanbul Gallipoli Peninsula 1 Çanakkale FREEDOM OF CHOICETM INCLUSIONS In Istanbul, choose from a Turkish Bath and massage experience; a tour of the opulent Topkapi Palace or a tour of the Rüstem Pasha Mosque and the Spice Bazaar INCLUDED SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES Discover the incredible frescoes and mosaics of Istanbul's Chora Museum on a guided tour Enjoy a special meal of 15th and 16th century-style Ottoman dishes, accompanied by live music Blue Mosque, Istanbul's most famous landmark. This afternoon, enjoy a cruise along the Bosphorus, a narrow strait forming a boundary between Europe and Asia, and connecting the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara. B Day 12. Istanbul, Freedom of Choice. This morning, perhaps tour Topkapi Palace; relax with a Turkish bath experience and massage; or visit the Rüstem Pasha Mosque and the Spice Bazaar. The rest of the day is then yours at leisure to relax or explore some more. B Day 13. Istanbul, Çanakkale. This morning, travel to the Gallipoli Peninsula. Arrive in Gelibolu for lunch at a local restaurant then continue to the national park area for a special tour of the war memorials, including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair. Later, on arrival in Çanakkale, enjoy time at leisure before dinner. Stay: Çanakkale, Hotel Kolin. BLD Day 15. Depart Istanbul. Your wonderful journey ends with a transfer to the airport. 2014 DATES & PRICES (NZ$) PER PERSON 15 DAYS BUDAPEST TO ISTANBUL (EUBS15) SUITE UPGRADES – CONCERTO RIVER SHIPS Concerto River Ships Twin Share Solo Trav. May 7; June 28. July 2; Aug. 23. Aug. 27. $9,850 $9,720 $9,975 $13,185 $12,990 $13,375 ■ Highlighted dates indicate itinerary operates in reverse (EUBSR15). 8 DAYS CRUISE ONLY – BUDAPEST TO ROUSSE (EUBS08) Concerto River Ships Twin Share Solo Trav. May 5, 12. June 3, 10, 30. July 7, 29; Aug. 5, 25. Sept. 1, 23, 30. Oct. 20, 27. $4,345 $4,345 $4,215 $4,470 $4,345 $6,200 $6,200 $6,005 $6,390 $6,205 ■ Highlighted dates indicate itinerary operates Prices are based on a Cat. E Twin Window Suite (Piano Deck). See pages 59-60 for deck and suite plans. 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 $245 $745 $995 $1,275 $1,395 $1,675 $1,895 $2,425 $2,795 $370 $1,120 $1,490 $1,915 $2,090 $2,515 $2,845 $4,850 $5,590 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. in reverse (EUBSR08). COMPANION FLY FREE TO EUROPE B SAVE up $3,200 per to couple LAND JOURNEYS Day 14. Çanakkale, Istanbul. Depart Çanakkale and return to Istanbul. On arrival, head to the Chora Museum, an old Byzantine church that houses some of the world's most amazing frescos and mosaics. Enjoy a fascinating guided tour of one of Istanbul's greatest museums. This evening, indulge in a dinner of traditional 16th century-style Ottoman dishes, accompanied by a live musical performance. Stay: Istanbul, Old City Hagia Sophia Hotel. BD See amazing horse-riding demonstrations during your time in the Puszta region of Hungary Refer to SuperDeals on pages 14-15 for information. Conditions apply* www.aptouring.co.nz 57

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