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Grand Voyage of Europe with Transylvania & Bucharest

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 Trip Length
26 Days
 Trip Starts
Amsterdam
 Trip Finishes
Bucharest
26 Day Grand Voyage of Europe with Transylvania & Bucharest Itinerary (APT)
Cruise Line
APT
Ship
Ship Class
Concerto River Ship
Passengers
152
Crew
51
Launched
2014
Cruise Code
EUGVCAB26

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on APT's 26 Day Grand Voyage of Europe with Transylvania & Bucharest. Join your ship in Amsterdam and cruise the Rhine and Main rivers, before gliding along the Danube, where Vienna and Budapest shine. The Balkans offer dramatic gorges, cobblestone streets, vineyards and medieval towns. To finish, uncover all that Romania has to offer.

Itinerary

We'll meet you on arrival and transfer to your luxurious floating home for the next 15 days. You'll have time to unpack, relax and get acquainted with your ship as the excitement builds for everything that's about to come. Stay 21 Nights: Concerto River Ship (D)

Spend today on your chosen activity. Tonight, celebrate with a gala welcome dinner. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Perhaps cruise the canals on a glass-top boat or visit Zaanse Schans – known for its windmills and specialty produce.

Cruise to Andernach and enjoy a Signature Experience. Later, sail to Koblenz and step ashore for an evening stroll through the village. (B/L/D)

Signature Experiences:
  • Visit Namedy Castle and enjoy a cocktail party in the ballroom.

Cruise through the Rhine Gorge and dock in Rüdesheim where you can choose your activity. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Enjoy a gondola ride over the Rhine Valley or a visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum.

Head out on a guided tour of Miltenberg before time to explore at your leisure. (B/L/D)

Choose how you'd like to spend your day. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Seize the day and walk to the 18th-century Würzburg Residence. Or travel to the fairytale town of Rothenburg. Maybe get to know the locals with a visit to a family-owned farm.

Relax on board as you sail to Bamberg. On arrival, join an exploration with a local expert to uncover everything World Heritage-listed Bamberg has to offer. (B/L/D)

Decide how you'd like to spend your time in Nuremberg. This afternoon, continue cruising on the Main-Danube Canal. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Perhaps discover Nuremberg's history with its Gothic churches and World War II sites. Or keep fit with a guided walk through the Schwarzach Valley.

In Regensburg, join your preferred activity. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Explore the World Heritage-listed city centre or perhaps set out on a bike ride to the Walhalla memorial.

Select your activity today. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Choose to explore Salzburg, Passau or Český Krumlov.

Visit Melk Abbey then decide how you'd like to get to your next port of call. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Cruise through the Wachau Valley to Dürnstein. Or choose to ride a bike from Melk to Dürnstein.

Spend the day on your chosen activity and this evening on a Signature Experience. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Perhaps tour Vienna, visit Schönbrunn Palace, journey to Bratislava or get active with a bike ride.
Signature Experiences:
  • After dinner, head to the princely family of Liechtenstein's City Palace, for an exclusive cocktail party and private recital.

Take in the views as you enjoy a relaxing morning sailing through Hungary. (B/L/D)

Signature Experiences:
  • On arrival in Esztergom, set out on a guided exploration to discover this picturesque town and its historic buildings. Afterwards, board the Grand Empress steam train and savour lunch on board. On arrival at Budapest Railway Station, see the Royal Waiting Room. Later, return to your ship. Operates on all departures from April to September.

Enjoy a morning city tour of Budapest taking in its historic monuments, including Fisherman's Bastion and Heroes' Square. (B/L/D)

We have set aside a full day for you to explore more of this fascinating city. (B/L/D)

Today, enjoy a culinary walk through Budapest's Great Market Hall. (B/L/D)

Set out on your preferred activity. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Explore the ancient city of Pécs, travel to Hungary's wine region or enjoy a bike ride.

A Signature Experience has been arranged for you today. (B/L/D)

Signature Experiences:
  • Visit Eltz Manor, a castle that houses the Vukovar City Museum. Wander through the complex and be treated to a glass of sparkling wine, accompanied by classical music.

Choose how you'd like to spend your time here in Belgrade. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Embark on a guided exploration of Belgrade, set out on a kayak tour along the Danube or partake in a cooking class.

Spend today cruising through the incredible Iron Gates. (B/L/D)

Disembark to enjoy your preferred activity. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Perhaps explore the Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo or tour Rousse.

Disembark your ship and travel to the Slănic mine, Europe's largest salt mine. Descend 208 metres underground to discover some of the 14 rooms, as well as the Salt Museum. The pure air inside the mine is known for its respiratory healing effects. Later, continue to your hotel in Poiana Brașov, an alpine resort nestled in the Postăvaru Mountains. Stay Two Nights: Poiana Brașov, Telerific Grand Hotel (B/D)

This morning will be spent exploring Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula's Castle'. Perched atop a rocky hill overlooking the town of Bran, the castle's striking orange turrets tower above a thick forest of trees in Romania's Carpathian Mountains. Wander through its many rooms and admire the 19th-century antiques before continuing to Moieciu for lunch. This afternoon, delve deeper into Brașov's history on a walking tour. (B/L)

A visit to Peleș Castle awaits today, nestled at the foot of the Bucegi Mountains in the town of Sinaia. This neo-Renaissance masterpiece was commissioned by Romania's first king, Carol I, and took 40 years to build. Enjoy free time for lunch in Sinaia then travel to Bucharest. Stay Two Nights: Bucharest, Radisson Blu Hotel (B/D)

Set out on a guided exploration of Bucharest's Old City this morning. The area has recently undergone a decade of refurbishments, transforming the city's historic core into a vibrant, walkable quarter. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before a visit to the Palace of the Parliament. Started in 1984, and still unfinished, this enormous building was constructed under the command of former dictator Nicolae Ceaușescu and has over 3,000 rooms. (B/L)

Your journey comes to an end today with a transfer to the airport. (B)

Trip Inclusions

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Luxury Service
Luxury Service

An APT cruise or tour director is always present, while local experts join you along the way. Sit back and relax while APT take care of all the details. Read more

Freedom of Choice
Freedom of Choice

Personalise your journey to suit your interest and mix and match a wide selection of cultural, culinary, historical and active experiences. Read more

Signature Experiences
Signature Experiences

These are the stand-out moments. Carefully designed to help you experience Europe in far greater depth and normally unavailable to independent travellers. Read more

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Deck Plans

 
Category E
Twin Window
 
Category D
Twin Window
Piano Deck (Deck 1)
 
Category C
Panoramic Balcony
 
Category T
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
 
Category P
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
Cello Deck (Deck 2)
 
Category B+
Panoramic Balcony
 
Category T+
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
 
Category P+
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
 
Royal Suite
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
Violin Deck (Deck 3)
Sun Deck (Deck 4)

Cabins

Category E (Twin Window)

Enjoy your luxurious 160 sq. ft. (14.9 sqm) accommodation featuring twin windows, deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows, and duvet, complemented by spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads.

Each room includes a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe, direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV, an Entertainment on Demand system with free TV, movies, and music, complimentary internet and Wi-Fi, daily replenished bottled water, and a desk with chair, all controlled by in-room temperature settings for your comfort.

Category D (Twin Window)

Enjoy your luxurious 160 sq. ft. (14.9 sqm) accommodation featuring twin windows, deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows, and duvet, complemented by spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads.

Each room includes a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe, direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV, an Entertainment on Demand system with free TV, movies, and music, complimentary internet and Wi-Fi, daily replenished bottled water, and a desk with chair, all controlled by in-room temperature settings for your comfort.

Category C (Panoramic Balcony)

Relax in your 170 sq. ft (15.8 sqm) luxurious stateroom with panoramic views from your French Balcony, complete with in-room temperature control, deluxe hotel-style bedding featuring Egyptian linen, down pillows, and duvet, and spacious bathrooms equipped with multi-jet showerheads.

The stateroom also offers a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe, direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV, an Entertainment on Demand system with complimentary TV, movies, and music library, free internet and Wi-Fi, daily replenished bottled water, and a desk with chair for added convenience and luxury.

Category T (Panoramic & Outside Balcony)

Relax in your luxurious 210 sq. ft. (19.5 sqm) stateroom boasting both a French and outside balcony, offering in-room temperature control, luxurious bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows, and duvet, plus a spacious bathroom with multi-jet showerheads.

The stateroom is equipped with a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe, telephone, flat-screen TV, an Entertainment on Demand system for complimentary TV, movies, and music, free internet and Wi-Fi, daily replenished bottled water, and a desk with chair, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.

Category P (Panoramic & Outside Balcony)

Relax in your luxurious 235 sq. ft. (21.8 sqm) stateroom boasting both a French and outside balcony, offering in-room temperature control, luxurious bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows, and duvet, plus a spacious bathroom with multi-jet showerheads.

The room is equipped with a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe, telephone, flat-screen TV, an Entertainment on Demand system for complimentary TV, movies, and music, free internet and Wi-Fi, daily replenished bottled water, and a desk with chair, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.

Category B+ (Panoramic Balcony)

Relax in your 170 sq. ft (15,8 sqm) luxurious luxurious stateroom with panoramic views from your French Balcony, complete with in-room temperature control, deluxe hotel-style bedding featuring Egyptian linen, down pillows, and duvet, and spacious bathrooms equipped with multi-jet showerheads.

The stateroom also offers a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe, direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV, an Entertainment on Demand system with complimentary TV, movies, and music library, free internet and Wi-Fi, daily replenished bottled water, and a desk with chair for added convenience and luxury.

Category T+ (Panoramic & Outside Balcony)

Relax in your luxurious 210 sq. ft. (19.5 sqm) stateroom boasting both a French and outside balcony, offering in-room temperature control, luxurious bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows, and duvet, plus a spacious bathroom with multi-jet showerheads.

The stateroom is equipped with a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe, telephone, flat-screen TV, an Entertainment on Demand system for complimentary TV, movies, and music, free internet and Wi-Fi, daily replenished bottled water, and a desk with chair, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.

Category P+ (Panoramic & Outside Balcony)

Relax in your luxurious 235 sq. ft. (21.8 sqm) stateroom boasting both a French and outside balcony, offering in-room temperature control, luxurious bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows, and duvet, plus a spacious bathroom with multi-jet showerheads.

The stateroom is equipped with a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe, telephone, flat-screen TV, an Entertainment on Demand system for complimentary TV, movies, and music, free internet and Wi-Fi, daily replenished bottled water, and a desk with chair, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.

Royal Suite (Panoramic & Outside Balcony)

Discover the Royal Suite on the Violin Deck, a 300 sq. ft (27.9 sqm) haven featuring a French balcony and an outside balcony, complemented by in-room temperature control for optimal comfort.

This luxurious suite includes deluxe hotel-style bedding with Egyptian linen, down pillows, and duvet, spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads, a large wardrobe, full-length mirror, hair dryer, safe, telephone, flat-screen TV, an Entertainment on Demand system offering complimentary TV, movies, and music, free internet and Wi-Fi, daily replenished bottled water, and a desk with chair, providing an exquisite stay.

Prices & Dates

There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and will no longer continue. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view the general release dates for all destinations.

Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Prices and trip information are correct at the time at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by APT. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from APT. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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