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Magnificent Europe with Christmas and New Year's Eve
Tripcode: EUMCRX15
Overview
Destination:
Austria,
Germany,
Hungary,
Netherlands,
Slovakia,
Start:Budapest, Hungary
Finish:Amsterdam, Netherlands
Finish:Amsterdam, Netherlands
Duration:15 days
Type:Group tour (max 45)
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Budapest → Amsterdam
Spend the festive season on a 15-day luxury APT European river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam, exploring traditional Christmas markets and enjoying a Christmas Day feast.Trip notes
- Prices are for cruise only - flights not included
- Most Christmas markets are open until 23 December
- Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
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Standard inclusions
- Experiences in 14 destinations
- 14 nights on a luxury river ship
- Freedom of Choice Inclusions
- A total of 41 meals and a wide range of onboard beverages
- Expert Cruise Director
- Butler, room service and laundry (select suites)
- Transfers, porterage, port charges and gratuities
- Exclusive - Visit Vienna’s City Palace for a cocktail party and private classical concert
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1 - Budapest, Embark Ship
We’ll meet you on arrival in Budapest and transfer you to your luxurious floating home for the next 15 days. Unpack, relax and get acquainted with your ship.
Stay: 14 Nights, a Concerto River Ship
Day 2 - Budapest
Enjoy a choice of touring options today. This afternoon, set sail for Vienna.
Day 3 - Vienna
Take in Vienna’s Ringstrasse, plus enjoy a visit to St Stephen’s Cathedral. Afterwards, wander through the Christmas markets and perhaps pick up a souvenir or two. As the scent of mulled wine and gingerbread fills the wintry air, you’ll come to realise that the festive season in Europe is nothing short of magical.
Day 4 - Vienna
Spend this morning on your preferred activity and this evening on a Signature Experience.
Day 5 - Durnstein, Melk (Christmas Eve)
Enjoy free time to explore Durnstein, before sailing through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Melk. Here, visit the statuary-adorned Melk Abbey, one of the finest Baroque buildings in the world.
Day 6 - Linz, Passau (Christmas Day)
Celebrate a magical Christmas Day as you enjoy a relaxing morning sailing towards Passau, where you’ll disembark for a special guided walking tour. Later, enjoy a traditional Christmas feast on board your ship with all the trimmings.
Day 7 - Regensburg
Discover Regensburg today. 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.
Day 8 - Nuremberg
This morning gives you the chance to choose your sightseeing activity.
Day 9 - Bamberg
On arrival into Bamberg, join an exploration with a local expert to uncover everything this World Heritage-listed city has to offer. Otherwise, take it easy and relax on board.
Day 10 - Wurzburg
Choose from three exciting activities today.
Day 11 - Miltenberg
Step ashore in Miltenberg today and set out on a guided exploration. Wander through cobblestoned streets and admire the town’s enchanting half-timbered houses before time at leisure to explore on your own.
Day 12 - Rudesheim, Koblenz (New Year's Eve)
Dock in Rudesheim, where you’ll choose your activity, followed by free time to enjoy the festive atmosphere or perhaps sample a local Rudesheimer coffee in a cosy cafe. Later, cruise through the Rhine Valley to Koblenz. Tonight, bid farewell to 2024 in style with New Year’s Eve celebrations in full swing.
Day 13 - Koblenz
On this New Year’s Day morning, enjoy Koblenz at your leisure. The afternoon will be spent sailing onwards to the Netherlands.
Day 14 - Utrecht, Amsterdam
Arrive into Amsterdam and set out on your chosen activity. Tonight, enjoy the Captain’s farewell dinner.
Day 15 - Disembark Ship, Depart Amsterdam
Sadly, the time has come to say goodbye and be transferred to the airport.
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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