Magnificent Europe 2025
Booking terms and conditions apply.
From
$7,995*
per person twin share
Relish exclusive experiences at Vienna’s City Palace and a ‘Sound of Music’ Show. Throughout your European river cruise, be stimulated by rare sights, tastes and sounds. Go beyond the expected and discover Europe in a whole new way with APT.
Please note images of APT Solara and APT Ostara are artist impressions only
In 2025, Australia's most outstanding global tour operator will raise the standard of luxury travel to new heights with the launch of two brand-new, ultra-luxury river ships, the APT Solara and APT Ostara.
Explore Europe waterways in unparalleled luxury onboard APT Solara and APT Ostara in 2025 – APT's brand-new river ships that redefine European river cruising. Offering six world-class dining venues and one of the highest guest to staff ratios on Europe's rivers. Whether enjoying a cocktail up on the sun deck or retreating to a spacious, light-filled suite, there is so much to discover on board!
The new luxury river ships proudly set a new standard in sustainability, ensuring greater emphasis on saving fuel, energy optimisation, and waste reduction. With only 154 guests on board serviced by 60 dedicated crew, guests can also be assured of outstanding service and care.
Departs May - December 2025
Pricing based on 7 November 2025 departure
Welcome to Amsterdam We’ll meet you on arrival and transfer you to your ship.
Stay: 14 Nights, APT Solara or APT Ostara
Daily: Dinner
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Perhaps cruise the canals on a glass-top boat or visit Zaanse Schans – known for its windmills and specialty produce.
Spend today on your preferred activity. Tonight, enjoy a gala welcome dinner.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
On a visit to Namedy Castle, wander about the rooms and grounds, then enjoy a cocktail party where a pianist sets the mood.
This morning will be spent cruising through Germany. Disembark in Andernach and enjoy a Signature Experience here.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
You might like to take a gondola ride or visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Alternatively, visit a historic wine cellar for a tasting of Rhine Valley wines.
Cruise through the Rhine Gorge to Rudesheim and set out on your chosen activity.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Step ashore in Miltenberg and set out on a guided exploration before time at leisure.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Seize the day and walk to the 18th-century Wurzburg Residence. Alternatively, perhaps travel to Rothenburg, or join a hike to Marienberg Fortress.
Your day unfolds on your terms thanks to a choice of activities today.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sail to Bamberg, where you'll join a guided exploration with a local expert.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Perhaps journey through Nuremberg’s World War II sites. Or join a tour focused on Nuremberg’s medieval history.
This morning gives you the chance to choose your sightseeing activity. This afternoon, continue cruising on the Main-Danube Canal. Having taken 32 years to construct, the canal links the North and Black seas.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
In Regensburg, explore its atmospheric World Heritage-listed city centre. With a history dating back to the Roman times, this incredible city was the first capital of Bavaria. Or you might prefer to get active and take a guided bike ride to the Walhalla memorial. This neo-classical building sits above the Danube River and houses a hall of fame that honours notable politicians, artists, sovereigns and scientists from Germany’s past.
Discover Regensburg on your choice of activities today.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Be welcomed by a Jagdhornblaser – a hunting horn blower – into a rustic, traditional restaurant on the Gaisberg mountain overlooking Salzburg. Enjoy a welcome drink as you soak in the scenery before savouring a delicious lunch, followed by a ‘Sound of Music’ show.
Take a guided tour of Salzburg before a Signature Experience.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Cruise through the Wachau Valley to Durnstein, where you’ll roam its cobblestoned lanes at your leisure. Or perhaps take a guided bike ride along the river from Melk to Durnstein.
Visit the statuary-adorned Melk Abbey. Then, it’s up to you how you get to the next port of call. In Durnstein, perhaps join a hike to the medieval castle ruins.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
After dinner, head to the princely family of Liechtenstein’s City Palace in the heart of Vienna, where we have arranged an exclusive cocktail party and private recital, just for you. A full orchestra will perform classical masterpieces by Mozart and Strauss. You will also be enchanted by an operatic recital and a performance by some members of the Mozart Boys’ Choir.
Arrive in Vienna and set out on a city tour. Take in the city’s many landmarks along the Ringstrasse, as well as St Stephen’s Cathedral. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore. This evening is set aside for your magical Signature Experience.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Perhaps visit the 1,441-room Schonbrunn Palace and its gardens. Otherwise, tick another country off your list and journey to Slovakia’s Bratislava.
Head out on your choice of tours, then set sail for Hungary. This evening, enjoy a Captain's farewell dinner.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™
Enjoy a city tour of Budapest taking in its historic monuments, including Heroes' Square and St Stephen's Cathedral. Alternatively, board a funicular to Castle Hill, then walk to Fisherman's Bastion.
Choose your sightseeing option in Budapest today. The afternoon is yours at leisure to further explore.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sadly, the time has come to say goodbye and be transferred to the airport.
Daily: Breakfast
* Term and conditions apply:
All pricing subject to change and availability.
Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise.
Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change.
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Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
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