2014 - APT Europe River Cruising

Soak up the charm of Cordoba Day 20. Belleville, Beaujolais Region. Disembark in Belleville and travel through the Beaujolais wine region, the Pays d'Or. After visiting the medieval hilltop village of Oingt, head to a family-owned and run winery. Here, a member of the family will take you on a tour and host a wine tasting. BLD Day 21. Lyon, Freedom of Choice. Explore Lyon today on your selected activity. Perhaps take a city tour and visit the Parc de la Tête d'Or. Alternatively, embark on a bicycle tour along the banks of the Rhône River. Another option is a guided culinary walk.BLD CROSS THE STUNNING SWISS ALPS Day 22. Lyon, Disembark, Basel, Embark Ship. Disembark in Lyon and journey via Switzerland's beautiful Lake Geneva to Basel. Upon arrival, board your river ship. Seven Night Stay: APT's luxurious Aria River Ship – the MS AmaCello.BD CRUISING THE LEGENDARY RHINE & THE BEAUTIFUL MOSELLE Day 23. Breisach, Freedom of Choice. On arrival in Breisach today, you might choose to take an excursion to the beautiful Black Forest region in Germany or perhaps set out on a trip to the medieval city of Colmar in France. After dinner, perhaps take a stroll in Breisach. BLD Day 24. Speyer. Disembark your ship this morning in Speyer, and explore this quaint medieval town on a guided walking tour. Then visit a local family for a special morning tea of coffee and cake. Afterwards, travel to 114 Europe's largest private technology museum, the Technik Museum Speyer, which features more than 3,000 exhibits. Later, continue cruising along the Rhine River. BLD Day 25. Rüdesheim, Freedom of Choice, Koblenz. In Rüdesheim, board the Winzerexpress mini-train and travel to your selected sightseeing activity. Perhaps visit a musical instrument museum, enjoy a winery tour and wine tasting, or take a ride in a gondola. After dinner tonight, you may like to disembark in Koblenz for a stroll. BLD Day 26. Cochem, Freedom of Choice, Andernach, A Royal Invitation. Arrive in Cochem today, possibly the prettiest town in the Moselle Valley. You may wish to explore the town on walking tour, then visit the Reichsburg Castle. Alternatively, enjoy a guided bicycle ride. Afterwards, set off cruising along the Moselle River, then head onto the Rhine River. Disembark in Andernach and explore Burg Namedy castle on an exclusive visit, before savouring a lavish banquet dinner.BLD the Van Gogh Museum; enjoy a bicycle tour; or visit the windmills of Zanse Schans. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner on board, then perhaps step out to experience the city's famous nightlife at your leisure. BLD DISEMBARK CRUISE, TRAVEL TO PARIS Day 29. Amsterdam, Disembark Ship, Paris. Disembark your river ship in Amsterdam this morning, and 29 Day (EURCRSP29) guests depart the tour with a transfer to the airport. Remaining guests travel by coach through Belgium and across France to Paris. Three Night Grand City Stay: Paris, Hotel du Collectionneur Arc de Triomphe.B THE ENCHANTING FRENCH CAPITAL Day 30. Paris. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the French capital this morning, and take a trip to the second level of the Eiffel Tower, where sweeping views over the city skyline await. This evening, enjoy a memorable meal and a spectacular show at the Moulin Rouge, the iconic Parisian cabaret made famous by the paintings of Toulouse-Lautrec. BD Day 27. Cologne, Freedom of Choice. Arrive in Cologne today and enjoy a choice of included sightseeing options. Perhaps select from a range of themed walking tours, including a historic architecture tour or a chocolate tour. Alternatively, take a picturesque bicycle tour from Bonn to Cologne. BLD Day 31. Paris, Freedom of Choice. Today, explore a different side of Paris. Perhaps take a culinary walking tour, visit the historic neighbourhood of Montmartre and see Sacré-Cœur Basilica, or join a game of Pétanque. Later, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to discover Paris at your own pace. B Day 28. Amsterdam, Freedom of Choice. In Amsterdam today, perhaps take a canal cruise and visit a flower market; explore Day 32. Depart Paris. After breakfast, your holiday concludes with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight. B

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