Overview
Itinerary
Arrive in Dublin where we will pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel.
Tonight, get to know everyone at a welcome reception. Stay: Conrad Dublin
Set out on a guided tour of Dublin then travel to Belfast in Northern Island and visit Titanic Belfast.
Tonight, savour a welcome dinner. Stay: Belfast, The Merchant Hotel (B/D)
Head to the Giant's Causeway, a series of 40,000 interlocking basalt columns that were formed after an ancient volcanic eruption. Continue to Derry and take in its rich history.
Later, arrive at your five-star castle set upon a secluded lakeside estate. Here, savour dinner this evening. Stay Two Nights: Donegal, Lough Eske Castle (B/D)
Signature Experiences:
- Enjoy traditional Irish cuisine at the Ti Linn Cafe and meet owner Paddy Clarke, an ex-deep-sea fisherman of 20 years and a Slieve League Cliffs specialist.
Visit the historic village of Drumcliff, where you will visit the grave site of W.B. Yeats, a prominent Irish poet and one of the foremost figures of 20th-century literature. Continue to Ballina and visit the family-owned boutique Connacht Irish Whiskey Distillery. Stay Two Nights: Ballina, Mount Falcon Estate (B/D)
Take a morning drive through County Mayo, teeming with natural ancient beauty. Back at your hotel, take in a falconry display. (B)
Pass karst landscapes of bedrock on your way to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher. Call in at Adare, before arriving in Killarney. Stay Two Nights: Killarney, Dunloe House & Gardens (B/D)
Signature Experiences:
- Visit the Killarney School of Music and attend an exclusive Celtic concert. This showcases incredible instrumental and vocal performances, as well as an Irish dancing demonstration.
Travel to Cobh, the last port of call for the Titanic. Continue to your hotel in the heart of Kilkenny where dinner is at your hotel tonight. Stay Two Nights: Kilkenny, Pembroke Hotel (B/D)
Tour the Legends Hurling Museum and gain insight into Gaelic games played in Ireland. You will also set out on a guided walking tour of Kilkenny. The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure. (B)
On the way to Dublin, we've arranged a special visit to celebrity chef Catherine Fulvio's Ballyknocken Cookery School for an Irish coffee-making demonstration.
Later this evening, enjoy a farewell dinner. Stay: Conrad Dublin (B/D)
Be transferred to the airport for your included flight to Amsterdam.
On arrival transfer you to your luxurious floating home for the next 15 days. Unpack, relax and get acquainted with your ship. Stay 14 Nights: Concerto River Ship (B/D)
Freedom of Choice:
- Perhaps cruise the canals on a glass-top boat or visit Zaanse Schans – known for its windmills and specialty produce.
Signature Experiences:
- On a visit to Namedy Castle, wander about the rooms and grounds, then enjoy a cocktail party.
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 today and set out on a guided exploration before time at leisure. (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)
Freedom of Choice:
- Perhaps journey through Nuremberg'sWorld War II sites. Or join a tour focused on Nuremberg's medieval history.
Freedom of Choice:
- In Regensburg, explore its atmospheric World Heritage-listed city centre. With a history dating back to Roman times, this incredible city was the first capital of Bavaria. Or you might prefer to get active and take a guided bike ride to the Walhalla memorial. This neo-classical building sits above the Danube River and houses a hall of fame that honours notable politicians, artists, sovereigns and scientists from Germany's past.
Signature Experiences:
- Be welcomed by a Jagdhornblaser – a hunting horn blower – into a rustic, traditional restaurant on the Gaisberg mountain overlooking Salzburg. Enjoy a welcome drink as you soak in the scenery before savouring a delicious lunch, followed by a ‘Sound of Music' show.
Freedom of Choice:
- Cruise through the Wachau Valley to Durnstein, where you'll roam its cobblestoned lanes at your leisure. Or perhaps take a guided bike ride along the river from Melk to Durnstein.
Signature Experiences:
- After dinner, head to the princely family of Liechtenstein's City Palace in the heart of Vienna, where we have arranged an exclusive cocktail party and private recital, just for you. A full orchestra will perform classical masterpieces by Mozart and Strauss. You will also be enchanted by an operatic recital and a performance by some members of the Mozart Boys' Choir.
Freedom of Choice:
- Perhaps visit the 1,441-room Schonbrunn Palace and its gardens. Otherwise, tick another country off your list and journey to Slovakia's Bratislava.
Enjoy a morning city tour of Budapest taking in its historic monuments, including Fisherman's Bastion and Heroes' Square. The afternoon is at leisure to further explore. (B/L/D)
The time has come to say goodbye. You'll be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Arrive in Dublin where we will pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel.
Tonight, get to know everyone at a welcome reception. Stay: Conrad Dublin
Set out on a guided tour of Dublin then travel to Belfast in Northern Ireland and visit Titanic Belfast.
Tonight, savour a welcome dinner. Stay: Belfast, The Merchant Hotel (B/D)
Head to the Giant's Causeway, a series of 40,000 interlocking basalt columns that were formed after an ancient volcanic eruption. Continue to Derry and take in its rich history.
Later, arrive at your five-star castle set upon a secluded lakeside estate. Here, savour dinner this evening. Stay Two Nights: Donegal, Lough Eske Castle (B/D)
Absorb panoramic sea vistas from the Slieve League Cliffs, which contains the tallest sea cliffs in Ireland. Enjoy a guided tour and gain an insight into life in this rugged and remote region, followed by lunch. (B/L)
Visit the historic village of Drumcliff, where you will visit the grave site of W.B. Yeats, a prominent Irish poet and one of the foremost figures of 20th-century literature. Continue to Ballina and visit the family-owned boutique Connacht Irish Whiskey Distillery. Stay Two Nights: Ballina, Mount Falcon Estate (B/D)
Take a morning drive through County Mayo, teeming with natural ancient beauty. Back at your hotel, take in a falconry display. (B)
Pass karst landscapes of bedrock on your way to the magnificent Cliffs of Moher. Call in at Adare, before arriving in Killarney. This evening, enjoy an Irish coffee-making demonstration. Stay Two Nights: Killarney, Dunloe House & Gardens (B/D)
Signature Experiences:
- Visit the Killarney School of Music and attend an exclusive Celtic concert. This showcases incredible instrumental and vocal performances, as well as an Irish dancing demonstration.
Travel to Blarney Castle, home to the Blarney Stone, then visit the Rock of Cashel. Continue to your hotel in the heart of Kilkenny where dinner is at your hotel tonight. Stay Two Nights: Kilkenny, Pembroke Hotel (B/D)
Tour the Legends Hurling Museum and gain insight into Gaelic games played in Ireland. You will also set out on a guided walking tour of Kilkenny. The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure. (B)
Travel to Dublin and enjoy time at leisure to explore.
Later this evening, enjoy a farewell dinner. Stay: Conrad Dublin (B/D)
Be transferred to the airport for your included flight to Amsterdam.
On arrival transfer you to your luxurious floating home for the next 15 days. Unpack, relax and get acquainted with your ship. Stay 14 Nights: APT Solara (B/D)
Freedom of Choice:
- Perhaps cruise the canals on a glass-top boat or visit Zaanse Schans – known for its windmills and specialty produce.
Signature Experiences:
- On a visit to Namedy Castle, wander about the rooms and grounds, then enjoy a cocktail party.
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 today and set out on a guided exploration before time at leisure. (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)
Freedom of Choice:
- Perhaps journey through Nuremberg's World War II sites. Or join a tour focused on Nuremberg's medieval history.
Freedom of Choice:
- In Regensburg, explore its atmospheric World Heritage-listed city centre. With a history dating back to Roman times, this incredible city was the first capital of Bavaria. Or you might prefer to get active and take a guided bike ride to the Walhalla memorial. This neo-classical building sits above the Danube River and houses a hall of fame that honours notable politicians, artists, sovereigns and scientists from Germany's past.
Signature Experiences:
- Be welcomed by a Jagdhornblaser – a hunting horn blower – into a rustic, traditional restaurant on the Gaisberg mountain overlooking Salzburg. Enjoy a welcome drink as you soak in the scenery before savouring a delicious lunch, followed by a ‘Sound of Music' show.
Freedom of Choice:
- Cruise through the Wachau Valley to Durnstein, where you'll roam its cobblestoned lanes at your leisure. Or perhaps take a guided bike ride along the river from Melk to Durnstein.
Signature Experiences:
- After dinner, head to the princely family of Liechtenstein's City Palace in the heart of Vienna, where we have arranged an exclusive cocktail party and private recital, just for you. A full orchestra will perform classical masterpieces by Mozart and Strauss. You will also be enchanted by an operatic recital and a performance by some members of the Mozart Boys' Choir.
Freedom of Choice:
- Perhaps visit the 1,441-room Schonbrunn Palace and its gardens. Otherwise, tick another country off your list and journey to Slovakia's Bratislava.
Freedom of Choice:
- Enjoy a city tour of Budapest taking in its historic monuments, including Heroes' Square and St Stephen's Cathedral. Alternatively, board a funicular to Castle Hill, then walk to Fisherman's Bastion.
The time has come to say goodbye. You'll be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Trip Inclusions
Partnering with AmaWaterways, APT operate their own innovative award-winning fleet of floating boutique hotels. Read more
From the moment you depart to the moment you return, everything you need is included in the trip price you pay. Read more
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
Personalise your journey to suit your interest and mix and match a wide selection of cultural, culinary, historical and active experiences. Read more
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
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
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
From the moment you depart to the moment you return, everything you need is included in the trip price you pay. Read more
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
Personalise your journey to suit your interest and mix and match a wide selection of cultural, culinary, historical and active experiences. Read more
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
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
Deck Plans
Twin Window
Twin Window
Panoramic Balcony
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
Panoramic Balcony
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
Panoramic & Outside Balcony
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.
Deck Plans
Twin Window Suite
Twin Window Suite
Balcony Suite
Balcony Suite
Owner's Suite
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.
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Availability
Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you enquire. Additional savings may apply. We guarantee the lowest price in Australia. T&C’s apply.
Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person
| Base Cabin (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Category D | $ 400 |
| Category C | $ 3,400 |
| Category B+ | $ 3,600 |
| Category T | $ 3,800 |
| Category T+ | $ 4,000 |
| Category P | $ 4,200 |
| Category P+ | $ 4,500 |
| Royal Suite | $ 6,800 |
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 | $ 3,500 |
| Category P | $ 4,100 |
| Owners Suite | $ 7,200 |
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.
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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