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18 day Magnificent Europe with London Tour

This tour truly opens up the world of possibilities, beginning in the vibrant and intriguing English capital of London. Take a sightseeing tour of this famous city then enjoy free time to explore, relax or catch up with loved ones before boarding the stylish Eurostar train and making your way to Amsterdam to begin your 15 Day luxury river cruise. Cruise the Legendary Rhine and The Blue Danube to Budapest while relaxing in comfort and enjoying shore excursions.

Itinerary

Day 1. London

On arrival in London, check in to your hotel and enjoy the evening free.

Three Night Stay: Crowne Plaza London St James, in the heart of England’s capital

Day 2. London Sightseeing

Steeped in centuries of tradition, visiting London is a travel experience like no other. Today’s insightful tour of the city reveals to you a selection of attractions. Among them, you’ll walk past the gates of Buckingham Palace, official London residence of Queen Elizabeth II. You’ll also enjoy the chance to absorb amazing city views from 135 metres above the River Thames on the London Eye, before dinner tonight.

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Day 3. London

Today enjoy a full day to explore London at leisure. Perhaps catch up with friends of family that are living in England; pay a visit to the eclectic market area of Camden; take a day trip out to the seaside resort city of Brighton; or just wander around the city.

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Day 4. London – Eurostar Rail – Amsterdam, Embark Ship

This morning ride the Eurostar train under the English Channel into France and on to Brussels. From here, a coach will transfer you to Amsterdam, where you’ll board your river ship. Tonight, perhaps stroll into town to absorb the eclectic nightlife of the Dutch capital.

14 Night Stay: A luxurious APT river ship

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Day 5. Amsterdam, Freedom of Choice Touring

Today perhaps take a canal boat cruise or visit the famous Van Gogh Museum. Then rejoin your ship and cruise through the town of Utrecht during lunch, on the way to Cologne, in Germany. Tonight is the Captain’s Gala Welcome Dinner.

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Day 6. Cologne – Koblenz

This morning in Cologne, enjoy a tour through the old part of Germany’s fourth largest city. Later, during lunch on board, the ship continues cruising along the Rhine to Koblenz. After dinner, perhaps take a walk through this charming city.

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Day 7. Koblenz – Rüdesheim

Cruise through the Rhine Gorge on what is regarded as the most beautiful stretch of the Rhine, to Rüdesheim. On arrival here, tour Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Instrument Museum. This evening, your ship then enters the Main River.

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Day 8. Wertheim, Miltenberg

Arrive in Wertheim and travel by coach to Miltenberg for a tour. Return to Wertheim and enjoy free time.

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Day 9. Würzburg, Rothenburg

Take a tour of Würzburg today, before an included excursion to Rothenburg, a beautiful medieval walled town on the Romantic Road.

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Day 10. Bamberg

Take a tour of Bamberg then during time at leisure, perhaps visit a traditional Bamberg Beer Haus and enjoy a local brew compliments of APT.

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Day 11. Nuremberg – Continental Divide, Freedom of Choice Touring

On arrival in Nuremberg, choose to take a World War II tour or a guided medieval tour of the city, before enjoying some free time.

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Day 12. Regensburg

Arrive in Regensburg, where a guided tour of the city includes the Old Town Hall and the Porta Pretoria – gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD.

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Day 13. Passau – Linz, Freedom of Choice Touring

Today, choose from a day tour to Salzburg, a tour of Passau then a cruise to Linz or an excursion to Cesky Krumlov.

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Day 14. Melk – Dürnstein – Weissenkirchen

Explore Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, one of the world’s most famous monastic sights. Then cruise to Dürnstein for a guided tour, before cruising back to Weissenkirchen where you’ll sample some delicious Wachau Valley wines.

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Day 15. Vienna, Freedom of Choice Touring

Today choose from a guided walking tour of Schönbrunn Palace or a city tour of Vienna. Tonight, perhaps take in an optional Mozart and Strauss concert (own expense).

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Day 16. Vienna – Bratislava, Freedom of Choice Touring

On arrival in the capital of Slovakia, disembark and visit Bratislava Castle to take in the sweeping views across Slovakia, Austria and Hungary. Then take a medieval tour or visit landmarks of the city’s Communist past.

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Day 17. APT EXCLUSIVE! Budapest, Hungarian State Opera House

In Budapest, take a city tour then enjoy a tour, a glass of champagne and a short private opera recital at the Hungarian State Opera House.

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Day 18. Disembark Ship

Enjoy breakfast, disembark the ship and transfer to the airport.

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Departure Dates & Prices

**Number of travellers, per person price.

All prices are displayed in Australian Dollars (AUD)