2014 - APT Europe River Cruising

Amsterdam Rhine River Paris 3 FRANCE 14 Concerto River Ship Cologne Dresden Andernach BELGIUM Coach Cruise No. of nights stay Freedom of ChoiceTM Inclusions / Included Sightseeing Berlin 3 Potsdam GERMANY NETHERLANDS Würzburg Rüdesheim Miltenberg Rothenburg Main River Bamberg Nuremberg Main-Danube Canal CZECH REP . Ceský Krumlov Danube River Regensburg Vilshofen 3 Prague Passau Dürnstein Linz Melk Salzburg SEASONAL CRUISING Spring Time Cruising March – May Autumn Colours September – mid-November Day 6. Prague, Freedom of Choice. Today, you may wish to take on a tour to Terezín Concentration Camp Memorial for an insight into the Czech Republic's World War II history. Alternatively, visit Kutná Hora, a World Heritagelisted medieval town that's home to the infamous 'bone church', the Chapel of All Saints. Or simply relax and explore more of the Czech capital.B Day 9. Vienna. Disembark in Vienna today and enjoy a walking tour of the city. After dinner on board, visit the newly renovated City Palace, a magnificent aristocratic residence in the heart of Vienna. Be welcomed at a Cocktail Reception, then enjoy a private concert, featuring members of the acclaimed Mozart Boys' Choir.BLD Day 7. Prague, Velké Bílovice, Budapest. Departing Prague, travel by coach across the Czech countryside to the historic town of Velké Bílovice. Enjoy a light lunch in a traditional Czech winery cellar, then continue to Budapest to board your luxury river ship, moored in the heart of the city on the Danube River. After dinner this evening, set off on a twilight cruise through the city and enjoy the illuminating lights of Budapest. 14 Night Stay: one of APT's luxurious Concerto river ships. BLD Day 10. Vienna, Freedom of Choice. Today, perhaps tour Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace, or explore the Fine Arts Museum. Alternatively, visit Vienna's famous Spanish Riding School, or embark on a bicycle tour around the fascinating city. Alternatively, set off for Bratislava, the Slovakian capital, and see some key landmarks of the city's time under Communist rule.BLD THE BLUE DANUBE Day 8. Budapest. Enjoy a city tour of Budapest today. Afterwards, visit the Hungarian State Opera House. Absorb the grandeur of the building then venture inside for a tour, a glass of champagne and a private opera recital. BLD Day 11. Dürnstein, Freedom of Choice, Melk. Stop in the medieval town of Dürnstein today, and perhaps take a guided bicycle ride on a path along the banks of the Danube to Melk. Alternatively, take a walking tour of Dürnstein, then enjoy a wine and brandy tasting, before cruising to Melk. On arrival, both groups will then tour the impressive Melk Abbey and enjoy an organ recital. BLD For pricing see overleaf SLOVAKIA Vienna Bratislava AUSTRIA Danube River Budapest HUNGARY Day 12. Linz, Freedom of Choice, Passau, Vilshofen. This morning arrive in Linz. Perhaps travel by coach to Salzburg for a tour of the city's 'Sound of Music' sights or take a day tour to Ceský Krumlov in the Czech Republic. Alternatively, continue cruising into Germany and on to the charming town of Passau. Perhaps enjoy an apple strudel-making demonstration on board, then disembark for a guided tour of Passau. Tonight, delight in a Bavarian 'Oktoberfest' in Vilshofen. Enjoy local beer and Bavarian snacks, accompanied by folk music and dance.BLD Day 13. Regensburg, Freedom of Choice. Arrive in Regensburg today, located at the confluence of the Regen and Danube rivers. Here perhaps take a tour of the city's highlights – including the Old Town Hall, the World Heritage-listed city centre and the Porta Pretoria. Or take a bicycle tour to the 18th-century hillside temple of Walhalla, which honours distinguished Germans. BLD THE MAIN-DANUBE CANAL Day 14. Nuremberg, Freedom of Choice. Today your ship enters the Main-Danube Canal and arrives at the highest point of the See the Dresdner Frauenkirche on a tour of Dresden www.aptouring.co.nz MAGNIFICENT EUROPE CRUISING Explore the riverside charm of Würzburg on your relaxing cruise Velké Bílovice 87

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