Magnificent Europe with Paris

• Day 1 - Arrive Paris:
  

  Arrive in France’s grand capital. Paris is renowned for its romantic scenery, rich history, delicious cuisine, and abundance of stylish shops and cafes. We’ll meet you on arrival and transfer you to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome reception tonight.

• Day 2 - Paris:
  

  Today, embark on an enriching discovery of Paris, accompanied by a local expert. Discover a number of highlights from the 'City of Light', which have famously featured in countless films and stories. Stroll through the bustling Avenue des Champs-Élysées lined with grand storefronts. Crowning the western end of the avenue is the Arc de Triomphe, a structure commemorating those who fought and died in the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars. Arguably the most iconic monument in Paris, the Eiffel Tower stands tall in the heart of the bustling city. Be mesmerised by the beauty of this remarkable iron structure, built for the world fair in the late 19th century.

  Then, savour a delectable lunch during an unforgettable boat tour of Paris along the Seine River. Departing from the Eiffel Tower, glide past famous sights such as Les Invalides, Musée d'Orsay, and the historic Notre-Dame Cathedral. Pass under the elegant Pont Alexandre III bridge before catching a glimpse of the Louvre, Arc de Triomphe and the Statue of Liberty.

• Day 3 - Paris:
  

  It might be difficult to choose your preferred experience today, but you can never make a bad choice when it comes to Paris. In the evening, enjoy a fabulous cabaret extravaganza at the famous Moulin Rouge located in Pigalle.

  Freedom of Choice – Culinary Walk

  It’s no secret that Paris is famous for its food, but there are still plenty of culinary hidden gems throughout the city waiting to be discovered. Follow a trail of Paris’ fine food during a culinary walk.

  Freedom of Choice – Citroën 2CV Drive

  Embark on a journey in a special Citroën 2CV vintage car, a true icon of French heritage. A national treasure, this stylish vehicle made its debut at the Paris Motor Show in 1948. Drive through Paris' dazzling cityscape and charming backstreets, discovering the city's famous landmarks and star attractions as you cruise around in this open-top vehicle.

  Freedom of Choice – Visit Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur Basilica

  Soak up the Parisian atmosphere as you explore the charming hilltop district of Montmartre (the Mount of Martyrs), historically frequented by famous artists and a hub for creatives to this day. Gaze in wonder at the beautiful Sacré-Cœur Basilica, a stunning Roman Catholic church. Admire the spectacular interior features, including the grand pipe organ. Take in the panoramic views of the city from the church’s exterior.

• Day 4 - Paris, Ghent, Amsterdam, Embark Ship:
  

  Say au revoir to Paris and travel by coach through northern France and into Belgium. Arrive in Ghent and enjoy a light lunch while cruising along the city’s canals. Continue to Amsterdam and board your luxurious floating home for the next 15 days. You’ll have time to unpack, relax and get acquainted with your ship.

• Day 5 - Amsterdam:
  

  Spend today on your preferred activity. Rejoin the ship in Utrecht and cruise towards Germany in the afternoon.

  Freedom of Choice – Glass-Top Boat Canal Cruise

  A peaceful way to see the best of Amsterdam, step aboard a glass-top boat and glide through the city's iconic maze of World Heritage-listed canals, admiring the unique architecture along the way.

  Freedom of Choice – Cheese Tasting

  Visit a local cheese store for a tasting of regional cheeses. The Netherlands is renowned for its cheese production, including iconic varieties such as Edam and Gouda.

  Freedom of Choice – Guided Bike Ride

  Join a guided bike ride through the countryside to the village of Durgerdam before visiting the Street Art Museum.

  Freedom of Choice – Keukenhof Gardens in Spring

  On select spring departures, you also have the option to visit Keukenhof Gardens. Explore more than 70 acres of world-renowned gardens and admire the spectacular display of more than seven million flowering bulbs in bloom, including colourful tulips.

• Day 6 - Andernach:
  

  This morning will be spent cruising through Germany. Spend time enjoying the range of facilities on board. Perhaps indulge in a spa treatment or relax on the Daystar Deck and read a book. Disembark in Andernach, where an exclusive Signature Experience awaits.

  Signature Experience – Namedy Castle

  Princess Heide von Hohenzollern graciously welcomes APT guests into her home, Namedy Castle, a royal escape set near the Rhine River in Germany. After wandering through the castle and its manicured gardens, you’ll attend a cocktail party, where a pianist sets the mood.

• Day 7 - Rüdesheim:
  

  Today you’ll approach what is known as the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine River. Glide past crumbling ruins that cling to rocky cliffs and rolling hillsides marked with perfectly planted vineyards. Dock in Rüdesheim, one of Germany’s most revered cultural and historic cities. Here, you’ll set out on your chosen activity.

  Freedom of Choice – Gondola Ride

  Glide over the emerald vineyards of the Rhine Valley in a gondola, enjoying stunning vistas. At the top, arrive at the Niederwald Monument, commemorating the unification of Germany in 1871.

  Freedom of Choice – Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum

  Take a tour of Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. This eccentric and unique museum is home to a beautiful collection of fascinating automated musical instruments from all stages of history.

  Freedom of Choice – Visit a Historic Wine Cellar

  Visit a historic wine cellar for a tasting of Rhine Valley wines. Discover why this location is one of Germany’s most well-known wine regions.

• Day 8 - Miltenberg:
  

  This morning, delight in a relaxing cruise along the Main River before arriving in Miltenberg. Spared from the destruction of World War II, the town of Miltenberg is much like a time capsule, revealing what old-world village life was like in Germany before the war. Here, set out on your chosen sightseeing activity.

  Freedom of Choice – Guided Walking Tour and Liqueur Tasting

  Embark on a guided exploration of Miltenberg. Discover the town's remarkably preserved buildings and lively squares, offering a unique glimpse into Germany’s rich history. Then, visit one of Franconia's oldest wine cellars for a tasting of local liqueurs.

  Freedom of Choice – Local Monastery Visit

  Travel to the hills overlooking Miltenberg for a visit to a local monastery. Here, you'll meet with a Franciscan friar to hear about life in the monastery. You'll also sample some homemade sausages, cheese and bread before free time to wander through the gardens and vineyard.

• Day 9 - Würzburg:
  

  Your day unfolds on your terms thanks to a choice of activities today.

  Freedom of Choice – Visit the Würzburg Residence

  Be enchanted by the immense architectural beauty of Würzburg as you stroll through this fascinating city to the Würzburg Residence. An 18th-century palace that once belonged to the Prince-Bishops of Würzburg, this regal building is home to a number of historic wonders. Inside, you’ll marvel at the intricate tapestries, gilded stucco work and ceiling frescoes by famed Tiepolo.

  Freedom of Choice – Tastes of Franconia

  Travel to the Volkacher Mainschleife, the largest wine-growing region in Franconia and home to one of the most famous Franconian whisky distilleries. Here, enjoy a guided tour and meet the whisky and winemaker to uncover the art of making whisky. Savour a tasting of their finest creations paired with freshly baked bread from a local bakery.

  Freedom of Choice – Explore Rothenburg

  Travel to the walled town of Rothenburg and immerse yourself in medieval life. Wander the narrow cobblestone streets and admire the colourful houses. During free time, you may wish to visit Käthe Wohlfahrt’s ‘Christmas Village’, where you’ll find the largest selection of German Christmas decorations in the world.

  Freedom of Choice – Hike to Marienberg Fortress

  Enjoy a hike to Würzburg’s most visible landmark, Marienberg Fortress, an imposing castle overlooking the city, which boasts a fascinating history dating back many centuries.

• Day 10 - Bamberg:
  

  This morning, your ship will arrive in World Heritage-listed Bamberg, another one of the few German cities that was not destroyed during World War II. As you explore the Old Town with a guide, you will discover a range of historic churches and buildings, including the town hall on the Regnitz River. Following your tour, rejoin your ship to cruise onto the Main-Danube Canal.

• Day 11 - Nuremberg:
  

  This morning gives you the chance to choose your sightseeing activity. This afternoon, continue cruising along the Main-Danube Canal while indulging in a Bavarian beer, sausage and pretzel tasting on the Daystar Deck. Having taken 32 years to construct, the canal links the North and Black seas.

  Freedom of Choice – Discover Nuremberg’s World War II Sites

  Journey through Nuremberg’s World War II sites, including the Reich Party Rally Grounds, the site of Hitler’s now infamous annual rallies that were held from 1927 to 1938.

  Freedom of Choice – Medieval History of Nuremberg Tour

  Join a tour focused on Nuremberg’s medieval history. Discover medieval architecture, including the 900-year-old ramparts that surround the city, the Imperial Castle and the main market square, as well as its 14th century Gothic church.

• Day 12 - Regensburg:
  

  Discover Regensburg on your chosen sightseeing activity today.

  Freedom of Choice – Explore Regensburg’s World Heritage-Listed City Centre

  Set out on a guided tour to explore Regensburg's atmospheric World Heritage-listed city centre. With a history dating back to the Roman times, this incredible city was the first capital of Bavaria. Your tour will finish with a tasting at Regensburg’s historic sausage kitchen, thought to be one of the oldest working restaurants in the world.

  Freedom of Choice – Guided Bike Ride to the Walhalla Memorial

  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.

• Day 13 - Passau, Salzburg, Linz:
  

  Take a guided tour of Salzburg before a Signature Experience.

  Signature Experience – Gaisberg Mountain Lunch and ‘Sound of Music’ Show

  Be welcomed by a Jagdhornbläser – 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 show featuring music from the classic film, The Sound of Music.

• Day 14 - Melk, Dürnstein:
  

  Visit the spectacular Melk Abbey, one of the world’s most famous monastic sites. Then, it’s up to you how you get to the next port of call. In Dürnstein, perhaps view the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, the King of England, was imprisoned in 1192.

  Freedom of Choice – Cruise Through the Wachau Valley

  Enjoy a cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Dürnstein, where you’ll roam its cobblestone lanes at your leisure.

  Freedom of Choice – Guided Bike Ride from Melk to Dürnstein

  Take a guided bike ride along the Danube River from Melk to Dürnstein and take in the beautiful scenery of Wachau Valley along the way.

• Day 15 - Vienna:
  

  Arrive in Vienna and set out on a city tour. Take in the Austrian capital'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.

  Signature Experience – Cocktail Party and Private Performance at Vienna’s City Palace

  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.

• Day 16 - Vienna:
  

  Head out on your choice of tours, then set sail for Hungary.

  Freedom of Choice – Schönbrunn Palace Visit

  Delve into royal history as you wander the lavishly furnished rooms and beautiful gardens of the famous Schönbrunn Palace.

  Freedom of Choice – Visit Bratislava in Slovakia

  Tick another country off your list and journey to Slovakia’s Bratislava, where a mixture of 18th-century rococo design and communist era architecture make this a city of alluring contrasts. See some of the architectural landmarks that were built during the city’s time under communist rule. These include the UFO bridge, Slovak Radio building and Hotel Kyjev.

  Freedom of Choice – Vienna Culinary Tour

  Immerse yourself in Viennese cuisine on a culinary tour of Vienna's narrow streets. Visit a traditional cafe, try a classic Viennese sausage, and sample a sweet treat from one of the city's famous patisseries.

• Day 17 - Budapest:
  

  Choose your sightseeing option in Budapest today. The afternoon is yours at leisure to further explore. In the evening, join your fellow travellers for a farewell to remember. Enjoy a performance of Hungarian folk music while you indulge in local brandy, as well as artisan meats and cheeses.

  Freedom of Choice – City Tour

  Set out on a city tour of Budapest and take in its historic monuments, including Heroes’ Square and St. Stephen's Basilica.

  Freedom of Choice – Culinary Tour

  Eat your way through Budapest as you embark on a tour of the Great Market Hall. Wander through this large indoor market and discover a variety of sausages, meats, cheeses, fruits and vegetables.

  Freedom of Choice – Fisherman’s Bastion

  Enjoy a funicular ride up to Castle Hill and take in the sweeping views over the river, then walk to Fisherman’s Bastion, a beautiful historical monument.

• Day 18 - Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest:
  

  Your extraordinary European adventure concludes today. Following breakfast, say goodbye and be transferred to the airport.

• 19 May 2026 - 05 Jun 2026
  from $16,420 pp twin share / $28,020 pp solo *
• 02 Jun 2026 - 19 Jun 2026
  from $16,220 pp twin share / $27,670 pp solo *
• 16 Jun 2026 - 03 Jul 2026
  from $16,020 pp twin share / $27,320 pp solo *
• 14 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2026
  from $15,420 pp twin share / $26,270 pp solo *
• 11 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2026
  from $15,220 pp twin share / $25,920 pp solo *
• 25 Aug 2026 - 11 Sep 2026
  from $15,920 pp twin share / $27,120 pp solo *
• 08 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026
  from $16,420 pp twin share / $28,020 pp solo *
• 22 Sep 2026 - 09 Oct 2026
  from $16,220 pp twin share / $27,670 pp solo *
• 06 Oct 2026 - 23 Oct 2026
  from $15,220 pp twin share / $25,920 pp solo *
• 20 Oct 2026 - 06 Nov 2026
  from $13,820 pp twin share / $23,620 pp solo *
• 03 Nov 2026 - 20 Nov 2026
  from $11,820 pp twin share / $20,120 pp solo *
• 07 Mar 2027 - 24 Mar 2027
  from $12,020 pp twin share / $20,320 pp solo *
• 18 Apr 2027 - 05 May 2027
  from $16,720 pp twin share / $28,370 pp solo *
• 02 May 2027 - 19 May 2027
  from $17,420 pp twin share / $29,620 pp solo *
• 16 May 2027 - 02 Jun 2027
  from $17,620 pp twin share / $29,970 pp solo *
• 11 Jul 2027 - 28 Jul 2027
  from $16,620 pp twin share / $28,220 pp solo *
• 25 Jul 2027 - 11 Aug 2027
  from $16,420 pp twin share / $27,870 pp solo *
• 08 Aug 2027 - 25 Aug 2027
  from $16,420 pp twin share / $27,870 pp solo *
• 22 Aug 2027 - 08 Sep 2027
  from $17,120 pp twin share / $29,070 pp solo *
• 05 Sep 2027 - 22 Sep 2027
  from $17,620 pp twin share / $29,970 pp solo *
• 19 Sep 2027 - 06 Oct 2027
  from $17,420 pp twin share / $29,620 pp solo *
• 17 Oct 2027 - 03 Nov 2027
  from $15,020 pp twin share / $25,570 pp solo *
• 14 Nov 2027 - 01 Dec 2027
  from $12,520 pp twin share / $21,170 pp solo *
• 12 Dec 2027 - 29 Dec 2027
  from $16,420 pp twin share / $28,020 pp solo *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

• 14 Nights, APT Solara or APT Ostara
• Three Nights, Paris, Hotel du Collectionneur

How long is this journey?

This itinerary runs for 18 days and 17 nights.

When can I travel?

Departures are currently scheduled between 19 May 2026 and 29 Dec 2027, subject to live availability.

Are there different departure options?

Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.

Can I travel solo?

Solo pricing may be available on selected departures, and final options can be confirmed at enquiry.

What is generally included?

Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.