2014 - APT Europe River Cruising

NETHERLANDS Amsterdam Rhine River North Sea Cologne Andernach BELGIUM Moselle River Rüdesheim Cochem Rhine River Paris 3 Colmar Saône River Belleville Beaujolais Region Vienne 14 Aria River Ships Speyer FRANCE Coach 7 Cruise 7 MS AMACELLO 7 MS AMADAGIO No. of nights stay Freedom of ChoiceTM Inclusions / Included Sightseeing GERMANY Cruise Europe's Three Most Beautiful Rivers Black Forest Breisach Basel SWITZERLAND SEASONAL CRUISING Spring Time Cruising March – May Autumn Colours September – mid-November Christmas Markets November & December Swiss Alps Lake Geneva Lyon Tournon Viviers Rhône River Avignon Arles Day 7. Cochem, Freedom of Choice. Today you'll disembark in the German town of Cochem, possibly the prettiest town in the Moselle Valley. You may wish to explore the town on a walking tour, then visit the Reichsburg Castle that's perched on a hill overlooking the river. Alternatively, enjoy a guided bicycle ride. Afterwards, return to your ship and set off cruising along the Moselle River, a winding and picturesque waterway. Absorb the scenery of the spectacular Moselle Valley as you pass landscapes of lush vineyards and rolling hills. BLD Day 8. Rüdesheim, Freedom of Choice. Today cruise through the Rhine Gorge on what is known as the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine. On arrival in Rüdesheim, ride the Winzerexpress mini-train to your selected sightseeing activity. Perhaps tour Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, home to one of Germany's most beautiful collections of automated musical instruments. Alternatively, ride a gondola for views over the Rhine Valley. Or explore the Rhine Valley wine region during a tour and wine tasting at a local winery. BLD For pricing see overleaf Day 10. Breisach, Freedom of Choice. Today in Breisach, choose from two options. The first, an excursion to the Black Forest region in Germany, will take you by coach through a lovely scenic forested area, past a number of lakes as well as several brilliant examples of rural German architecture. You'll also visit a quaint little cuckoo clock factory before returning to your ship. Your second option is a trip to the medieval city of Colmar, located on the Alsatian Wine Route. During a tour here, see half-timbered framed houses, the Germaninfluenced old quarter, the Launch River and more. You'll also enjoy a wine cellar visit and wine tasting. With both groups back on board, your ship departs for Switzerland. BLD CROSS THE STUNNING SWISS ALPS Day 11. Basel, Disembark, Lyon, Embark Ship. Disembark the MS AmaCello for the last time in Basel, set at the crossroads of Germany, Switzerland and France. Long an important university, banking and trade centre, Basel's past is still evident in its medieval town hall and exquisite 18th-century patrician homes. Continue your journey to Lake Geneva, where you'll stop to absorb some truly breathtaking views. Later, cross into France and arrive in Lyon to board your luxurious river ship. Seven Night Stay: APT's luxurious Aria River Ship – the MS AmaDagio.BD CRUISING THE GLORIOUS RHôNE Day 12. Lyon, Freedom of Choice. Today presents you with the unique opportunity to experience Lyon, considered to be the gastronomic centre of France. Perhaps take a city tour and visit Lyon's expansive botanical gardens, the Parc de la Tête d'Or. Alternatively, embark on a guided bicycle tour along the banks of the Rhône River to the pretty botanical gardens. Another option is a guided culinary walk, exploring Lyon's fresh food markets. BLD Day 13. Belleville, Beaujolais Region, Vienne. Disembark in Belleville, where this morning's tour will take you through the Beaujolais wine region, the Pays d'Or or 'land of the golden stones' – named for the ochre limestone of its homes and castles. 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, explaining the history of the winery. They will introduce you to their age-old traditions, then host a wine tasting. Afterwards, cruise to Vienne, and enjoy an evening tour of this charming town. BLD Day 14. Tournon, Freedom of Choice, Viviers. Arrive today in Tournon, and enjoy a choice of three sightseeing activities. Perhaps visit Eden Parc garden, and delight in the fabulous views of Tournon and the river stretched out below. Or you may like to travel by coach to the Ardèche Mountains and on to Boucieu-le-Roi, where you'll visit its local market of handmade crafts and enjoy local entertainment. Another option is a bicycle tour. Later, cruise to Viviers. After dinner, perhaps step out for a stroll around the largely abandoned medieval town. BLD www.aptouring.co.nz Rhine, Rhône & Moselle Treasures CR UISIN G Day 9. 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 hosted morning tea of coffee and cake. Afterwards, travel to Europe's largest private technology museum, the Technik Museum Speyer, which features more than 3,000 exhibits from all BLD different areas of technological history. Grignan PROVENCE Les Baux MONACO de Provence 3 Monte Carlo Grasse Mediterranean Sea Nice 95

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