Imperial Europe
Includes return flights from the UK. Enjoy a luxury river cruise from Vienna to Amsterdam, where you can experience the magic of the festive season. Visit Vienna’s Christmas Markets and delight in a special private festive concert at the regal City Palace.
14 nights from £4295pp
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Imperial Europe Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Vienna, Embark Ship
Fly from the UK. Be met on arrival and transfer to your ship. Accommodation: 14 Nights, one of APT’s luxurious Concerto River Ships
Day 2: Vienna
Today, enjoy a special festive guided tour of Vienna. Walk through the beautifully decorated city centre and enjoy a stop at the charming Christmas markets at City Hall. Here, sample spiced wine and gingerbread before free time to browse the market. Later, take in an enchanting Christmas recital in a local church.
Day 3: Vienna
Tailor your day in Vienna with a choice of activities.
Day 4: Vienna
Travel to Schönbrunn Palace for a guided tour before free time to explore the famous Christmas market right in front of the palace. Afterwards, see how traditional apple strudel is prepared at the Residenz Café.
Day 5: Dürnstein, Melk
Your ship arrives at Dürnstein, then later continues cruising to Melk. Enjoy a selection of activities in both locations.
Day 6: Linz, Passau
Select from a two activities here today.
Day 7: Regensburg
Tailor your holiday with a selection of sightseeing choices today.
Day 8: Nuremberg
Delve into Nuremberg’s history during today’s activity.
Day 9: Bamberg
Explore Bamberg’s Old Town. Afterwards, cruise onto the Main-Danube Canal.
Day 10: Würzburg
Seize the day with your preferred sightseeing activity.
Day 11: Miltenberg
Spend the day in Miltenberg, where you may select from two activities.
Day 12: Rüdesheim, Andernach
Dock in Rüdesheim and set out on your chosen activity. Later, your ship’s Sun Deck offers the perfect vantage point from which to view the scenery of the Rhine Gorge as you cruise the Rhine’s most beautiful stretch. Onwards, at Andernach, disembark for an exclusive experience.
Day 13: Cologne
Tour Cologne and sample local beers and snacks on a walking tour.
Day 14: Amsterdam
Explore Amsterdam your way, thanks to a range of activities on offer today.
Day 15: Disembark Ship, Depart Amsterdam
Be transferred to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
Tour Highlights
- Attend a private classical concert featuring members of the Mozart's Boys Choir at the City Palace in Vienna.
- Princess Heide von Hohenzollern will open the doors of her castle just for you. Enjoy dinner in the Hall of Mirrors.
- Enjoy time to wander Europe's Christmas markets, teeming with delicious treats and hand-made treasures.
Price Includes
- All accommodation with selected meals
- Return flights from the UK
- Overseas transfers
- Special Signature Experiences and guided excursions
- Freedom of Choice excursions and dining in selected locations
- APT Tour Director
- Taxes
- Port charges and tipping where applicable
Dates and Prices
2020 Departures £ prices per person based on 2 people sharing
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