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Highlights of the Rhine and Main

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Our Price From 4,161 Per Person
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 Trip Length
8 Days
 Trip Starts
Amsterdam
 Trip Finishes
Munich
8 Day Highlights of the Rhine and Main Itinerary (APT)
Countries Explored: Holland, Germany
Our Price From 4,161 Per Person
Exclusive Savings 1,347 Per Person
 Trip Length
8 Days
 Trip Starts
Amsterdam
 Trip Finishes
Munich
8 Day Highlights of the Rhine and Main Itinerary (APT)
Countries Explored: Holland, Germany
Cruise Line
APT
Ship
Departures
Passengers
154
Crew
60
Launched
2025
Cruise Code
EUMC08
Cruise Line
APT
Ship
Departures
Passengers
154
Crew
60
Launched
2025
Cruise Code
EUMC08

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on APT's 8 Day Highlights of the Rhine and Main. Enjoy a meandering journey through the Netherlands and Germany aboard a luxury river cruise. Glimpse fairytale castles and quintessential German villages in absolute comfort, with all-inclusive cruising & personalised service, and ample opportunities to step ashore and explore.
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on APT's 8 Day Highlights of the Rhine and Main. Enjoy a meandering journey through the Netherlands and Germany aboard a luxury river cruise. Glimpse fairytale castles and quintessential German villages in absolute comfort, with all-inclusive cruising & personalised service, and ample opportunities to step ashore and explore.

Itinerary

Welcome to Amsterdam. We'll meet you on arrival and transfer you to your ship. Stay Seven Nights: Concerto River Ship (D)

Spend today on your preferred activity. Tonight, enjoy 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.

This morning will be spent cruising through Germany. Disembark in Andernach and enjoy a Signature Experience here. (B/L/D)

Signature Experiences:
  • On a visit to Namedy Castle, wander about the rooms and grounds, then enjoy a cocktail party.

Cruise through the Rhine Gorge to Rudesheim and set out on your chosen activity. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • You might like to take a gondola ride or visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Alternatively, visit a historic wine cellar for a tasting of Rhine Valley wines.

Step ashore in Miltenberg and set out on a guided exploration before time at leisure. (B/L/D)

Your day unfolds on your terms thanks to a choice of activities today. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Seize the day and walk to the 18th-century Wurzburg Residence. Alternatively, travel to Rothenburg or join a hike to Marienberg Fortress.

Sail to Bamberg, where you'll join a guided exploration with a local expert. (B/L/D)

Disembark and transfer to the airport. (B)

Welcome to Amsterdam. We'll meet you on arrival and transfer you to your ship. Stay Seven Nights: APT Solara or APT Ostara (D)

Spend today on your preferred activity. Tonight, enjoy 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.

This morning will be spent cruising through Germany. Disembark in Andernach and enjoy a Signature Experience here. (B/L/D)

Signature Experiences:
  • On a visit to Namedy Castle, wander about the rooms and grounds, then enjoy a cocktail party.

Cruise through the Rhine Gorge to Rudesheim and set out on your chosen activity. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • You might like to take a gondola ride or visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Alternatively, visit a historic wine cellar for a tasting of Rhine Valley wines.

Step ashore in Miltenberg and set out on a guided exploration before time at leisure. (B/L/D)

Your day unfolds on your terms thanks to a choice of activities today. (B/L/D)

Freedom of Choice:
  • Seize the day and walk to the 18th-century Wurzburg Residence. Alternatively, travel to Rothenburg or join a hike to Marienberg Fortress.

Sail to Bamberg, where you'll join a guided exploration with a local expert. (B/L/D)

Disembark and transfer to the airport. (B)

Trip Inclusions

APT's Luxury Fleet
APT's Luxury Fleet

Partnering with AmaWaterways, APT operate their own innovative award-winning fleet of floating boutique hotels. Read more

All-inclusive. All taken care of.
All-inclusive. All taken care of.

From the moment you depart to the moment you return, everything you need is included in the trip price you pay. Read more

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

Live Fully
Live Fully

With every detail taken care of behind the scenes, you’re 100% free to be whoever you want to be. Every day is yours to design. Read more

APT's Ostara & Solara
APT's Ostara & Solara

Travel in unparalleled luxury on board APT Ostara and APT Solara in 2025 – APT's brand-new river ships that redefine European river cruising. Read more

All-inclusive. All taken care of.
All-inclusive. All taken care of.

From the moment you depart to the moment you return, everything you need is included in the trip price you pay. Read more

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

Live Fully
Live Fully

With every detail taken care of behind the scenes, you’re 100% free to be whoever you want to be. Every day is yours to design. 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 Single
Panoramic Balcony
 
Category B+
Panoramic Balcony
 
Category T+
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
 
Category P+
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
 
Owners 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 Single (Panoramic Balcony)

Solo travellers can relax in a slightly smaller 155 sq. ft (14.4 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.

Owners Suite (Panoramic & Outside Balcony)

Discover the Owners Suite located on Violin Deck, a 350 sq. ft (32.5 sqm) haven featuring a French balcony and an outside balcony, butler service, room service and complimentary laundry .

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.

Deck Plans

 
Category E
Twin Window Suite
 
Category ET
Twin Window Suite
Deck 1
 
Category A
Balcony Suite
Deck 2
 
Category P
Balcony Suite
 
Category OS
Owner's Suite
Deck 3
Sun Deck (Deck 4)

Cabins

Twin Window Suite - Fixed Double Bed (Category E)

Warm, rustic tones and wooden accents combine with earthy linens to evoke a sense of coziness and calm in APT's charming Twin Window 161 sq. ft. (15 sqm) suites.

Please Note: These suites have a fixed double bed.

Twin Window Suite - Fixed Twin Beds (Category ET)

Warm, rustic tones and wooden accents combine with earthy linens to evoke a sense of coziness and calm in APT's charming Twin Window 161 sq. ft. (15 sqm) suites.

Please Note: These suites have fixed twin beds.

Balcony Suite (Category A)

APT's opulent (183 sq.ft/17 sqm) Balcony Suites on Deck 2 feature electric floor-to-ceiling slide down windows that open with ease to a French balcony, offering ample fresh air and light-filled interiors.

Balcony Suite (Category P)

APT's opulent (183 sq.ft/17 sqm) Balcony Suites on Deck 2 feature electric floor-to-ceiling slide down windows that open with ease to a French balcony, offering ample fresh air and light-filled interiors.

Owners Suite (Category OS)

APT's most lavish suites feature spacious interiors and a large outdoor balcony. Located on Deck 3 and 269 sq.ft/25 sqm in size, panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the suite with sunlight and allow you to take in sweeping views of incredible riverside scenery. A separate sitting area beckons for private in-suite dining.

Brochure

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APT Europe (2024)

No matter how many times you’ve been, there’s always something new to discover in APT’s Europe. Whether you want to cruise the rivers, glide through landscapes by rail or coach, or get deeply immersed in art, culture, food and history in any number of amazing cities, APT is for you.

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APT Europe Preview (2025)

In 2025, Australia's most outstanding global tour operator will raise the standard of luxury travel to new heights with the launch of two brand-new, ultra-luxury river ships, the APT Solara and APT Ostara. This sets a new dawn for APT and river cruising. No matter how many times you’ve been, there’s always something new to discover in APT’s Europe....more Whether you want to cruise the rivers, glide through landscapes by rail or coach, or get deeply immersed in art, culture, food and history in any number of amazing cities, APT is for you.

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Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person

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Category D $ 200
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Category T $ 1,950
Category T+ $ 2,050
Category P $ 2,150
Category P+ $ 2,250

Base Cabin  (Prices Shown) $ 0
Category D $ 200
Category C $ 1,700
Category B+ $ 1,800
Category T $ 1,950
Category T+ $ 2,050
Category P $ 2,150
Category P+ $ 2,250
Royal Suite $ 3,500
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Upgrade prices shown are per person. Upgrade prices can vary depending on the departure date & the month of travel. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will confirm and include the upgrade price in your quote.

Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person

Base Cabin  (Prices Shown) $ 0
Category A $ 1,750
Category P $ 2,050
Owners Suite $ 3,600

Base Cabin  (Prices Shown) $ 0
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