15 Day Magnificent Europe
Amsterdam Vienna Budapest Nuremberg Get ready to be inspired.
FROM $6,995 PER PERSON, TWIN SHARE Travelling with Inspiring Vacations allows you to explore the wonders of the world in a variety of different ways. We have partnered with a worldwide network of local travel experts to bring you culturally unique and delightfully unforgettable travel experiences. Whether it is meandering through narrow canyons by rail, cruising the idyllic waters of the Mediterranean or touring through t...
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DAY 1 Destination Amsterdam Meals included Dinner Accommodation N/A
Welcome to Amsterdam! We’ll meet you on arrival and transfer you to your luxurious floating home for the next 15 days. Unpack, relax and get acquainted with your ship.
DAY 2 Destination Amsterdam Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ Perhaps admire Amsterdam’s canals from a glass-top boat as you glide past 17th-century homes, churches and merchant houses. Maybe visit Zaanse Schans – known for its windmills and specialty produce. Or even sleep in and take the day as it comes. If you’re lucky enough to be on one of our spring departures, the tulips of Keukenhof Gardens are ready to greet you at every colourful turn.
Spend today on your chosen activity. Tonight, celebrate with a gala welcome dinner.
DAY 3 Destination Andernach [Boat] Koblenz Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE On a visit to Namedy Castle, go beyond the gates and wander about the rooms and grounds, then enjoy a cocktail party in the ballroom, where a pianist sets the mood.
This morning will be spent cruising through Germany. You might want to head up to the sun deck and take in the views as they pass by. Disembark in Andernach for your first Signature Experience. Later, head back on board and enjoy dinner as your ship sets sail for Koblenz. Here, perhaps join your cruise director for an evening stroll through the charming village.
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DAY 4 Destination Koblenz [Boat] Rüdesheim Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ A gondola ride over the Rhine Valley will give you the best perspective of the town. For something a little more quirky, Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum houses a collection of fine automated musical creations.
Have your camera handy to capture some of the best scenery you’ll encounter as you cruise through the Rhine Gorge. Dock in Rüdesheim, where you’ll choose your activity.
DAY 5 Destination [Boat] Miltenberg Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
Step ashore in Miltenberg today and set out on a guided exploration. Wander through cobblestone streets and admire the town’s enchanting half-timbered houses before time at leisure to explore on your own.
DAY 6 Destination [Boat] Würzburg Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
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, with a home-cooked morning tea on the menu.
Choose from three exciting activities today.
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DAY 7 Destination [Boat] Bamberg Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
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.
DAY 8 Destination [Boat] Nuremberg Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ Perhaps journey through Nuremberg’s history with its Gothic churches and World War II sites. Or keep fit with a guided walk through the Schwarzach Valley.
This morning gives you the chance to choose your sightseeing activity. This afternoon, continue cruising on the Main- Danube Canal. Having taken 32 years to construct, the canal links the North and Black seas.
DAY 9 Destination [Boat] Regensburg Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ In Regensburg, explore its atmospheric World Heritage-listed city centre. With a history dating back to the 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.
Discover Regensburg on your choice of activities today.
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DAY 10 Destination Passau [Boat] Linz Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ From Passau, head to Salzburg to visit some of the sites featured in The Sound of Music. Or set off into the Czech Republic, where Český Krumlov awaits. Either way, re-board your ship in Austria’s Linz. Alternatively, explore the town of Passau, followed by a relaxing day on board cruising to Linz.
How you spend today is up to you with a number of options on offer.
DAY 11 Destination Melk [Boat] Dürnstein Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ Cruise through the Wachau Valley to Dürnstein, where you’ll roam its cobblestone lanes at your leisure. Or perhaps take a guided bike ride along the river from Melk to Dürnstein.
Visit the statuary-adorned Melk Abbey. Then, it’s up to you how you get to the next port of call.
DAY 12 Destination [Boat] Vienna Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE 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 take in the city’s many landmarks along the Ringstrasse, as well as St Stephen’s Cathedral. The 1,441-room Schönbrunn Palace and its gardens are another option. Or tick another country off your list and journey to Slovakia’s Bratislava. Otherwise, get active with a bike ride to Klosterneuburg Monastery.
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Arrive in Vienna and set out on the activity of your choice.
DAY 13 Destination [Boat] Budapest Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE In Esztergom, set out on a guided tour to discover this picturesque town and its historic buildings. Then, follow in the footsteps of the Habsburg Empire as you board the Grand Empress steam train, bound for Budapest. See inside some of the ornately adorned carriages from the early 1900s and be treated like royalty as you savour lunch on board. On arrival at Budapest Railway Station, see the Royal Waiting Room – a rather fitting way to end this opulent journey. Later, return to your ship. Operates on all departures between April and September.
Soak up the views as you enjoy a relaxing morning sailing through Hungary.
DAY 14 Destination Budapest Meals included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation N/A
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.
DAY 15 Destination Budapest Meals included Breakfast Accommodation N/A
Sadly, the time has come to say goodbye and be transferred to the airport.
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Inclusions
WHAT'S INCLUDED Experiences in 14 destinations 14 nights on a luxury river ship The services of an expert APT Cruise Director Luxury dining – a total of 41 meals and a wide range of onboard beverages Butler, room service and laundry (select suites) Go beyond the gates to explore Namedy Castle before a cocktail party and a piano recital in the ballroom Exclusive – Visit Vienna’s City Palace for a cocktail party and private classical concert Exclusive – Journey aboard the Grand Empress steam train to Budapest (April to September departures) Transfers, porterage, port charges and gratuities
Fine Print
OPTIONAL TOURS Freedom of Choice activities are included in your package and can be booked through your Tour Director.
HOTEL LIST MS AmaReina, MS AmaStella or MS AmaVenita
EXCLUSIONS Airfares Personal Expenses Travel Insurance Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION Accommodation The accommodation listed is subject to change. Any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding configurations (double or twin) are requests only. All efforts will be made to meet your preferences, however, any changes are beyond our control.
Single Supplement A single supplement is available on all nights of this trip from an extra AUD $2090 subject to availability.
Triple Share Not available.
Children Children must be 5 years old or over and share a room with parents at all times. Children are charged the same price as adults.
Tour Documentation Final documentation will be provided approximately 30 days prior to travel.
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HOW TO BOOK & PAYMENTS Deposit & Payments
Book now and secure your package with a AUD $1000 deposit per person. Pay a 2nd instalment of AUD $1399 per person within 28 days. You will then be invoiced for final payment 90 days prior to departure. Booking Process
Select the purple 'Reserve Your Seat' tab to begin your booking (you must 'Sign Up' first by entering your email and creating a password) Then select the purple 'Book now' tab of the tour you have selected Select your Departure Date, Departure City, Number of Passengers, Room Configuration, any Upgrade Options, and enter any Special Requests Click the purple ‘Proceed to Secure Checkout' tab Enter your credit card or PayPal details to secure your deposit/payment. You may also pay via BPAY (not available within 70 days of departure) Once your order is complete, you will be prompted to complete a Booking Form so that we can fulfil your booking Your booking is confirmed once your Booking Form is submitted and you can begin the countdown to your Inspiring Vacation!
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