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Magnificent Europe with Christmas and New Years Eve

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Operated by APT
Tripcode: EUMCX15
Overview
Destination:
Hungary
Netherlands
Start:Amsterdam, Netherlands
Finish:Budapest, Hungary
Duration:15 days
Type:Group tour (max 45)
Travel Period
December 2025 - December 2025
APT Discover The World Sale: Flights Included + Save up to $1,000pp^
Amsterdam → Budapest

Experience Christmas in Europe as you cruise in luxury on our most popular river cruise, and for good reason. Start in Amsterdam before heading along the Rhine, stopping at quaint German towns on the way. Enter Austria, and explore Vienna, then culminate in Budapest.

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Standard inclusions
  • Experiences in 14 destinations
  • 14 nights on a brand-new luxury river ship
  • Freedom of Choice Inclusions
  • A total of 41 meals and a wide range of onboard beverages
  • In-suite dining and beverage service in all suites
  • Services of an expert cruise director
  • Transfers, port charges and gratuities
  • Exclusive - Travel to a traditional restaurant overlooking Salzburg for a ‘Sound of Music’ show
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Itinerary
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Day 1 - Arrive Amsterdam, Embark Ship

Welcome to Amsterdam. We’ll meet you on arrival and transfer you to your ship.

Day 2 - Amsterdam

Spend today on your preferred activity. Tonight, enjoy a gala welcome dinner.

Freedom of Choice

Perhaps cruise the canals on a glass-top boat or visit the Old Amsterdam Cheese Store for a cheese tasting matched with wine.

Day 3 - Andernach

This morning will be spent cruising through Germany. Disembark in Andernach and enjoy a Signature Experience here.

Signature Experience

Princess Heide von Hohenzollern will graciously welcome you into her home, Namedy Castle. Wander through the castle and its manicured gardens, before savouring a morning tea, where a pianist sets the mood.

Day 4 - Rüdesheim

Cruise through the Rhine Gorge to Rudesheim and set out on your chosen activity. Afterwards, wander through the Christmas market and perhaps pick up a souvenir or two.

Freedom of Choice

You might like to visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Alternatively, visit a historic wine cellar for a tasting of Rhine Valley wines.

Day 5 - Miltenberg

Step ashore in Miltenberg and set out on a guided exploration. Wander through cobblestoned streets and admire the town’s enchanting half-timbered houses before time at leisure.

Day 6 - Würzburg (Christmas Eve)

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

Freedom of Choice

Seize the day and walk to the 18th-century Würzburg Residence. Alternatively, travel to Rothenburg, or join a hike to Marienberg Fortress.

Day 7 - Bamberg (Christmas Day)

Celebrate a magical Christmas Day as you enjoy a relaxing morning sailing towards Bamberg, where you’ll disembark for a guided walking tour. You’ll also enjoy a traditional Christmas feast on board your ship with all the trimmings.

Day 8 - Nuremberg

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. 

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, the main market square and its 14th century Gothic church.

Day 9 - Regensburg

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. 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.

Day 10 - 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 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 show featuring music from the classic film, ‘The Sound of Music’.

Day 11 - Melk, Durnstein

Visit the statuary-adorned Melk Abbey. You’ll then cruise through the Wachau Valley to Durnstein, where you can roam its cobblestoned lanes at your leisure. Or perhaps join your wellness host for a hike to the castle ruins.

Day 12 - Vienna

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.

Signature Experience - Liechtenstein’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, and you will also be enchanted by an operatic recital.

Day 13 - Vienna (New Year's Eve)

Head out on your choice of tours before setting sail for Hungary. Tonight, bid farewell to 2025 in style with New Year’s Eve celebrations in full swing.

Freedom of Choice Perhaps visit the 1,441-room Schönbrunn Palace and its gardens. Otherwise, tick another country off your list and journey to Slovakia’s Bratislava.

Day 14 - Budapest

Choose your sightseeing option in Budapest today. The afternoon is yours at leisure to further explore.

Freedom of Choice Enjoy a city tour of Budapest taking in its historic monuments, including Heroes’ Square and St Stephen’s Cathedral before a visit to the Great Market Hall for some tastings of local produce. Alternatively, board a funicular to Castle Hill, then walk to Fisherman’s Bastion. Or you may wish to relax in the thermal water pools at one of Budapest’s famous baths.

Day 15 - Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest

Sadly, the time has come to say goodbye and be transferred to the airport.

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Operator
APT

APT Luxury Travel offers all-inclusive, all taken care of and all-inspiring luxury cruises, tours and rail journeys. As Australia’s largest family-owned tour and cruise company, we are committed to delivering unforgettable travel experiences to our valued guests. What began as just a vision, over 90 years ago, has now grown into a proud global business, demonstrating the power of dreaming fully.

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*Terms and conditions
Please note: We are proud to be an independent agent to travel providers of hotels, flights and other related services. We are not a tour operator. Details and information on the offer are provided by 3rd party businesses and although we do our best to verify the information, we cannot guarantee its accuracy on all occasions. These offers are not available in conjunction with any other offer unless otherwise stated. Pricing and availability are subject to change without notice. For more information, please see Terms of Use
^APT Discover The World Sale: Flights Included + Save up to $1,000pp Terms & Conditions
APT's Discover The World Sale: Save up to $2,000 per couple ($1,000 per person) - Members save more - when you book now and pay in full 10 months prior to departure. Offer ends 20 August 2024 or until sold out.
 
Conditions apply. Flights Included & Save up to $2,000 per couple: Valid until sold out. Offer valid on select European tours of 15 days or longer departing from May to December 2025. Offer includes airfare and taxes up to the value of $2,600 per person. Offer is based on wholesale airfares in economy class with an airline of APT’s choosing depending on routing. Flights are available from Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Darwin or Perth. All offers are subject to availability of airline and booking class. Once class is sold out, surcharges apply. A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person is due within 7 days of booking. A second non-refundable deposit of $2,000 per person is due on 31 October 2024. Final payment is due 100 days prior to the tour's departure date. Prices include a Limited Time Early Payment discount of $1000 per person, valid when you pay in full 10 months prior to departure.
 
All Airfare Offers: Flights must be booked by APT. Should you choose to depart earlier than your scheduled tour/cruise departure, or make variations to airline routings, surcharges may apply. Airline schedules are subject to change without notice and APT is not liable for any additional costs incurred due to airline schedule changes. All air is ticketed upon receipt of the first deposit. Any changes made after ticketing may incur amendment and/or cancellation fees, in some cases, tickets are non-refundable. Air taxes vary for each departure point and routing of airline and are subject to change. Fuel surcharges are subject to change and an additional fuel surcharge may apply. Frequent flyer miles/points may not be awarded on all airfares.
 
General Information and Conditions: 
Offers are available for travellers departing from Australia. All pricing and save amounts are in Australia Dollars. Information correct as at 28 June 2024 but may fluctuate due to changes in surcharges, taxes or currency. A strictly limited number of offers are available on selected itineraries and departure dates in selected suites/staterooms/cabins/room categories. Offers are subject to availability, not combinable unless specified, available on new bookings only and may be withdrawn at any time. For full terms and conditions, please ask your travel consultant.
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