A Long-Lasting Impression
In Giverny, take some time to explore and admire Claude Monet’s stunning house and gardens
Anzac Day Dawn Service - Special Dept 12th April
Attend the Anzac Day Dawn Service to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the victory at the Second Battle of Villers-Bretonneux
French Cuisine At Its Finest
Dine at L’Abbaye de Collonges, a famous restaurant owned by acclaimed Michelin-starred French chef Paul Bocuse
- Unique experiences in up to 14 destinations
- APT's Freedom of Choice Inclusions in eight locations
- Finest dining - a total of 41 meals
- Complimentary beverages served on board*
- Expert APT Tour and Cruise Directors
- Room service and complimentary laundry for select suites
Vienna's Musical Legacy
Attend a private classical concert featuring members of the Mozart's Boys Choir at the City Palace in Vienna
Dine At Namedy Castle
Princess Heide von Hohenzollern will open the doors of her castle just for you. Enjoy dinner in the Hall of Mirrors
Private Rail To Salzburg
Board the Majestic Imperator for a private rail journey across Austria's countryside. Stop in Salzburg for a tour
Inclusions
- All-inclusive sightseeing in up to 20 destinations
- APT's Freedom of Choice inclusions in seven locations
- Finest dining - a total of 51 meals
- Complimentary beverages served on board*
- Expert APT Tour and Cruise Directors
- Butler, room service, complimentary laundry and champagne on arrival for select suites
Day 1 - Tarascon
Transfer to the former Roman town of Tarascon, where you’ll be welcomed aboard your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship. Tonight you can look forward to a rousing welcome reception. Transfers from Nice or Marseille Airports are included. (Please schedule flights to arrive by midday).
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2 - Tarascon > Avignon
The town of Tarascon has a distinctly medieval character and an impressive castle.
Freechoice
Visit Les Baux, and drop into a local olive farm, or explore Saint-Rémy and the Saint-Paul de Mausole Monastery. Alternatively, visit the wondrous Arles Arena on your tour of this once thriving Roman city.
Back on board, perhaps join a culinary lesson in Scenic Culinaire during your cruise into beautiful Avignon. On arrival enjoy entertainment on board from one of the region’s best French chanson singers.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - Avignon
Freechoice
Shop with a chef at the local market before cooking up a storm in Scenic Culinaire, or explore Avignon’s architectural wonder, the Pope’s Palace. Alternatively, take an excursion to Uzès and Pont du Gard, the impressive ancient Roman aqueduct nearby.
This afternoon take some time to explore Avignon on your own.
Enrich
After the doors close to the general public at Avignon’s prestigious Pope’s Palace, you’ll be invited for an exclusive concert where virtuoso musicians perform Mozart, Bach and Vivaldi within this elegant 14th century palace.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - Viviers > Tournon
Enjoy a walking tour of Viviers and visit the imposing Cathedral of Viviers. Then, afternoon cruising to Tournon. Perhaps join a cooking class in Scenic Culinaire en route.
Sundowners
Relax with a beverage on the terrace of the Castle of Tournon. Local guitarists will perform an acoustic set for your exclusive benefit. It’s a great soundtrack to an awe-inspiring backdrop.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Vienne > Lyon
Take a walking tour in Vienne and uncover the fascinating history of this quaint riverside town, once conquered by Julius Caesar. This afternoon join an on board masterclass in French cuisine in Scenic Culinaire, or simply relax and view the beautiful Rhône River vistas as you cruise to Lyon.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Lyon
Awake today in Lyon, the gastronomic heart of France.
Freechoice
Walk Lyon’s hidden traboules, and visit the Notre Dame Basilica, which offers fabulous views across the city. Alternatively, walk the cobblestone paths of yesteryear in the medieval hilltop town of Pérouges, or join a guided bike ride to Lyon’s Botanical Gardens and Zoo.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Mâcon > Chalon-sur-Saône
Freechoice
Travel to the village of Oignt in the ‘Golden Stone’ region of Beaujolais, where you’ll enjoy a tasting of the region’s delicious wines. Alternatively, explore charming Cluny, built around the great Benedictine Abbey.
Soak in the landscapes of the famous Burgundy region, straddling the shores of the Saône River, as you spend a leisurely afternoon cruising to Chalon-sur-Saône.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Chalon-sur-Saône > Lyon
After breakfast, disembark with memories of a wonderful cruise and transfer to Lyon Airport for your flight home. (Please schedule flights to depart after midday.)
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 1 - Welcome to Budapest
Your journey into wonder begins here. Raise your glass to the days ahead at this evening’s welcome reception.
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2 - Budapest
Budapest is one of Europe’s oldest and prettiest cities.
Freechoice: Make the most of a guided tour of this city including a piano concert. Alternatively, relax and unwind at the Thermal Baths and Spa, famous for their naturally heated springs and healing properties. Or, if you choose, brave the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock, a relic of WWII and the 1956 uprising.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - Vienna
As you cruise the mighty Danube relax in one of the lounges and viewing areas, and enjoy the scenery as your Scenic Space-Ship sails towards majestic Vienna.
Enrich
Breathe in the opulence and luxury of Palais Liechtenstein while enjoying a glass of fine Austrian Sekt. Then be enthralled by an enchanting private Viennese evening concert featuring the timeless music of Strauss and Mozart. Even in elegant Vienna, Palais Liechtenstein is one of the grandest of all venues, and you’ll have ample opportunity to explore it.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - Vienna
Today you have options galore.
Freechoice: Take a guided tour of the historic city of Bratislava or Schönbrunn Palace, and witness the sheer opulence of the Habsburg Empire. Alternatively, visit the world-renowned Spanish Riding School and either see the famous Lipizzaner Stallions perfecting their skills during their morning exercise program or take a tour of the stables. Or, taste your way around the local market with your on board chef with our Shop with a Chef option (operating on selected departures, please enquire for details)
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Dürnstein > Melk
Freechoice: Be guided through Melk’s magnificent 18th century Benedictine Abbey, originally built as a palace. Explore the opulence of this grand abbey including the awe inspiring library and abbey church. Alternatively, if you’re feeling more active, embark on an enjoyable guided bike ride along the river from Dürnstein to Melk – at your own pace, of course.
Sundowners
As the day ends, you’ll get to take in the fine scenery at the breathtakingly beautiful Wachau Valley. You’ll be in very fine company, and can expect a wonderful ending to a magnificent day. Of course, we don’t take all the credit for this one. It’s nature who’ll provide the view, we’re just bringing the drinks.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Linz > Passau
Freechoice: Take an excursion to the medieval Czech town of Cesky Krumlov and discover its World Heritage-listed Old City, or journey to Salzburg and explore the birthplace of Mozart, and the city backdrop for ‘The Sound of Music’.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Regensburg
At the confluence of three rivers, Regensburg offers a rich tapestry of experiences, from its medieval Old Town to the Bavarian Forest on its border.
Freechoice: Join your insightful local guide for an enjoyable walk around Regensburg where you’ll discover the old town, with its array of wealthy merchant houses, the Old Bridge and the Porta Praetoria – a reminder of Regensburg’s Roman heritage. Alternatively, hop on a local ferry and sail the Danube Gorge to view historic Weltenburg Abbey, set on the shore of the Danube River. Explore the abbey and sample beer from one of the oldest monastic breweries in the world.
You could also take a leisurely cycle on your own with your Tailormade GPS device to the Walhalla Temple, a memorial modelled on the Parthenon in Athens and built at the request of King Ludwig I of Bavaria.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Nuremberg
Depart after a wonderful farewell breakfast. Nuremberg is the end of your cruise, but it will be the start of a lifetime of wonderful memories.
Meals included: Breakfast
