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Balkan Gems
From £3,695 pp
Enjoy a three night stay in stunning Prague before you explore the best of the Balkan countries aboard a 14-night luxury river cruise.
Cruise from Budapest to Vienna via Bratislava, then head down through Hungary, Croatia.
Return scheduled flights from the UK (fight supplements may apply).
- Home to airport transfers by private car*
- Unique cultural experiences in up to 13 towns, villages and cities
- Enriching Signature Experiences and Freedom of Choice Sightseeing
- Complimentary beverages served at your discretion on board*
- Butler service, room service, complimentary laundry service and champagne on arrival in select suites
- 14 Breakfasts, 13 Lunches and 14 Dinners
- APT Cruise Director and expert local guides
Fly from the UK to Budapest and be transferred to your river ship. After dinner on board, set off on a twilight cruise through the city and be enchanted by the lights of the remarkable Hungarian capital.
Day 2 - Bratislava
Admire Bratislava on a guided tour.
Later, attend a traditional folklore show in the Old Town. Perhaps learn a few Slovak dance moves, before sampling some delicious local specialties.
Day 3 - Vienna
Arrive in Vienna and take in a number of the city’s most important landmarks as you enjoy a guided orientation tour.
After dinner, head to the princely family of Liechtenstein’s City Palace in the heart of Vienna.
Attend an exclusive Cocktail Reception and a private concert featuring members of the Mozart Boys’ Choir, as well as masterpieces by Mozart and Strauss.
Day 4 - Budapest
Enjoy a relaxing morning sailing to Budapest.
Enjoy a welcome reception at Budapest’s Royal Waiting Room, then board the Grand Empress steam train. Gödöllő Palace, a favourite residence of Elisabeth of Bavaria, is your destination.
You’ll be shown through this monument of Hungarian aristocracy and architecture.
Later, be treated like royalty with dinner served on board your train. Operates on all departures between May and September.
Day 5 - Mohács, Pécs
Enjoy your selected sightseeing tour in Mohács today.
FREEDOM OF CHOICE- Sightseeing
History buffs can venture to the ancient city of Pécs. Or perhaps travel to Hungary’s renowned wine region in Villány for a tasting at a local winery.
Maybe get active on a guided bike ride through the Danube Floodplain to the village of Kölked. Here, visit its museum dedicated to the white storks which nest and feed in the area.
Day 6 - Belgrade
FREEDOM OF CHOIC – Sightseeing
Perhaps see the Belgrade Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St Sava. If you’re feeling more physical, embark on a kayak tour along the Danube.
Or gourmet lovers can partake in a cooking class.
Day 7 - Iron Gates
Cruise through one of Europe’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders, the Iron Gates.
Here, the Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between Serbia and Romania.
Day 8 - Giurgiu, Disembark Ship, Depart Bucharest
With an entire day in Bucharest, take in the wide tree-lined boulevards and Belle Epoque buildings, then walk through the Old City centre to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church and the Lipscani district.
After lunch, the choice is yours.
Either visit the Palace of the Parliament, which is the second-largest administrative building in the world, or wander the open-air Village Museum and gain an insight into traditional Romanian life.
Day 9 - Rousse, Veliko Tarnovo, Svishtov
In Veliko Târnovo, a local expert will guide you through the city’s rich history.
Alternatively, should you want to get a little more active, a walk through the rock monasteries is the ideal way to explore the World Heritage-listed Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo.
Day 10 - Vidin, Belogradchik
Explore Baba Vida Fortress in Vidin. Raised upon the remains of the ancient town of Bononia, the medieval castle dates back to the 10th century.
Afterwards, venture to Belogradchik to uncover its ancient fortress on the northern slope of the Balkan mountains. You’ll also see the town’s unique rock formations.
Day 11 - Scenic cruising
The day is yours to relax on board, sleep in and take it easy, or awake and take in the stunning views from the sun deck.
Day 12 - Novi Sad, Ilok, Vukovar
Explore Novi Sad on a walking tour or take guided bike ride, then select your sightseeing. Wine lovers can head to a vineyard in Ilok, where a tasting allows you to appreciate the fertile soils that have been making wine since the 16th century.
Otherwise in Vukovar, perhaps familiarise yourself with the poignant sites of the Yugoslavian Civil War.
Day 13 - Kalocsa, Puszta
Uncover all things Hungarian today with a cultural cavalcade in Kalocsa, set right on the Danube. Local handicrafts and porcelain are on show at the Folk Art House, then visit a producer of one of Hungary’s spiciest exports, paprika.
Visit to a farm in Puszta is the perfect setting for a stellar horse show and authentic Hungarian lunch.
Day 14 - Budapest
See the Fisherman’s Bastion and Heroes’ Square on a guided tour.
Alternatively, the active may like to hike to Gellert Hill, or perhaps enjoy a more relaxed culinary walking tour through Budapest’s Great Market Hall.Today unfolds as you please.
This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner.
Day 15 - Disembark ship, Depart Budapest
Disembark your ship and be transferred to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
APT in partnership with AmaWaterways, offer their own unique cruises on had picked 5* ships like the AmaBella where APT deliver on exceptional service and offer that added extra associated with the APT brand. From Home to airport transfers by private car *, fully inclusive of trips and enriching Signature experiences and freedom of choice sightseeing, Butler service, room service, complimentary laundry and champagne on arrival in select suites . Savour the flavour’s of Europe with the finest dining daily, your day will begin with a delicious buffet breakfast, lunch offers a wide selection of hot and cold dishes, your evening starts with an exquisite five course a la Carte dinner, if you need it a sumptious afternoon tea is also served daily along with complimentary beverages served at your discretion whilst on board. *mileage restrictions apply
Onboard Features & Facilities
- Multiple outdoor decks offering unimpeded panoramic views
- Sundecks with lounge chairs and retractable roof
- Varied fine dining venues
- Gold or Silver Butler service
- Main Lounge with bar, piano and dance floor
- Engaging Entertainment, including lectures, music recitals, singers
- Wine Bar
- Chef’s table, Al Fresco Dining, Room Service
- APT Cruise Director and expert local guides
- Heated pool with swim up bar and whirlpool
- 24-hour speciality coffee and tea station
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
- Fitness Room
- Massage and Hair Salon*
- Gift Shop and Fireside Library
- Glass Elevator
- Walking track
- Laundry service*
Accommodation & Amenities
81 Spacious, elegantly appointed staterooms and Suites range in size from 160-300 sq. ft. or indulge even more in one of the 4 suites at 350 sq. ft. Most accommodations have twin balconies, both a French and outside balcony, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish. Suites feature added enhancements, including a larger sitting area with sofa and two chairs, and an stateroom amenities include Entertainment-On-Demand, featuring free high-speed Internet access, unlimited Wi-Fi, movies, music and English language TV stations; climate-controlled air conditioning; and an in-room safe. In the bathroom, enjoy multi-jet showerheads. Private Butler Service, your on board butler offers included pressing of two garments per day, shoe shining, tea and coffee service, booking of on shore activities and excursions all part of the Silver butler service, added extras on Gold Butler service included pre dinning canapes, packing and un-packing service, bath drawing and valet service.
Owners Suite
350 ft² – Violin (Upper) Deck
- Gold Butler service
- Exclusive Twin Balcony comprising French Balcony & Outside Balcony
- Expansive bathroom with a bathtub and separate shower with multi-jet showerheads
- Enhanced sitting area features a sofa and two chairs
- Mini-bar fridge
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Cat P+ & P Staterooms
235 ft² -Violin & Cello (Upper & Middle) Deck
- Gold Butler service in Cat.P+ staterooms, Silver Butler service in Cat.P Staterooms
- Exclusive Twin Balcony comprising French Balcony & Outside Balcony
- Expansive bathroom with a separate shower with multi-jet showerheads
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Cat. T+ & T Staterooms
210 ft² – Violin & Cello (Upper & Middle) Deck
- Silver Butler Service in Cat. T+ Staterooms
- Exclusive Twin Balcony comprising French Balcony & Outside Balcony
- Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Cat. B+ & C Staterooms
170 ft² – Violin & Cello (Upper & Middle) Deck
- Floor to Ceiling French Balcony
- Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Cat. D & Cat. E Staterooms
160 ft² – Piano (Lower) Deck
- Fixed window with river views
- Bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run
- Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Single stateroom 140 sq.ft – Piano Deck
- Fixed window with river views
- Bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run
- Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
APT in partnership with AmaWaterways, offer their own unique cruises on had picked 5* ships like the AmaVenita where APT deliver on exceptional service and offer that added extra associated with the APT brand.
From Home to airport transfers by private car *, fully inclusive of trips and enriching Signature experiences and freedom of choice sightseeing, Butler service, room service, complimentary laundry and champagne on arrival in select suites .
Savour the flavour’s of Europe with the finest dining daily, your day will begin with a delicious buffet breakfast, lunch offers a wide selection of hot and cold dishes, your evening starts with an exquisite five course a la Carte dinner, if you need it a sumptious afternoon tea is also served daily along with complimentary beverages served at your discretion whilst on board.
*mileage restrictions apply
Onboard Features & Facilities
- Multiple outdoor decks offering unimpeded panoramic views
- Sundecks with lounge chairs and retractable roof
- Varied fine dining venues
- Gold or Silver Butler service
- Main Lounge with bar, piano and dance floor
- Engaging Entertainment, including lectures, music recitals, singers
- Wine Bar
- Chef’s table, Al Fresco Dining, Room Service
- APT Cruise Director and expert local guides
- Heated pool with swim up bar and whirlpool
- 24-hour speciality coffee and tea station
- Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the vessel
- Fitness Room
- Massage and Hair Salon*
- Gift Shop and Fireside Library
- Glass Elevator
- Walking track
- Laundry service*
Accommodation & Amenities
81 Spacious, elegantly appointed staterooms and Suites range in size from 160-300 sq. ft. or indulge even more in one of the 4 suites at 350 sq. ft. Most accommodations have twin balconies, both a French and outside balcony, so you can enjoy the ever-changing scenery however you wish.
Suites feature added enhancements, including a larger sitting area with sofa and two chairs, and an stateroom amenities include Entertainment-On-Demand, featuring free high-speed Internet access, unlimited Wi-Fi, movies, music and English language TV stations; climate-controlled air conditioning; and an in-room safe. In the bathroom, enjoy multi-jet showerheads.
Private Butler Service, your on board butler offers included pressing of two garments per day, shoe shining, tea and coffee service, booking of on shore activities and excursions all part of the Silver butler service, added extras on Gold Butler service included pre dinning canapes, packing and un-packing service, bath drawing and valet service.
Royal Suite
300 ft² – Violin (Upper) Deck
- Gold Butler service
- Exclusive Twin Balcony comprising French Balcony & Outside Balcony
- Expansive bathroom with a bathtub and separate shower with multi-jet showerheads
- Enhanced sitting area features a sofa and two chairs
- Mini-bar fridge
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Cat P+ & P Staterooms
235 ft² -Violin & Cello (Upper & Middle) Deck
- Gold Butler service in Cat.P+ staterooms, Silver Butler service in Cat.P Staterooms
- Exclusive Twin Balcony comprising French Balcony & Outside Balcony
- Expansive bathroom with a separate shower with multi-jet showerheads
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Cat. T+ & T Staterooms
210 ft² – Violin & Cello (Upper & Middle) Deck
- Silver Butler Service in Cat. T+ Staterooms
- Exclusive Twin Balcony comprising French Balcony & Outside Balcony
- Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Cat. B+ & C Staterooms
170 ft² – Violin & Cello (Upper & Middle) Deck
- Floor to Ceiling French Balcony
- Spacious bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
Cat. D & Cat. E Staterooms
160 ft² – Piano (Lower) Deck
- Fixed window with river views
- Bathrooms with multi-jet showerheads
- Hotel-style white on white, plush bedding and terry bathrobes
- In room safe, hair dryer, full-length mirror, ample closet space and direct dial telephone
- Complimentary bottled water replenished daily
- Flat-screen Televisions with local and satellite channels
- AmaWaterways’ exclusive Infotainment system, including complimentary Internet access, first run Hollywood movies & classics as a large selection of music
- Individually controlled air-conditioning
| Depart | Ship | Embark | From |
|---|
| Mar 18 | AmaReina | Amsterdam | £3695 | SAVE £800 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3695 | ||
| Cat D | Lower Deck | 160 ft², Fixed Windows | £3895 | ||
| Cat C | Middle Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £4695 | ||
| Cat B+ | Upper Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £4995 | ||
| Cat T | Middle Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £5095 | ||
| Cat T+ | Upper Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £5195 | ||
| Cat P | Middle Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £5345 | ||
| Cat P+ | Upper Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £5595 | ||
| Royal Suite | Upper Deck | 300 ft², Twin Balcony | £7045 |
| Apr 17 | AmaVerde | Budapest | £4295 | SAVE £800 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | 170 ft², Fixed Windows | £4295 | ||
| Cat D | Lower Deck | 170 ft², Fixed Windows | £4495 | ||
| Cat C | Middle Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £5295 | ||
| Cat B+ | Upper Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £5595 | ||
| Cat T | Middle Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £5695 | ||
| Cat T+ | Upper Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £5795 | ||
| Cat P | Middle Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £5945 | ||
| Cat P+ | Upper Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £6195 | ||
| Owner's Suite | Upper Deck | 255 ft², Twin Balcony | £7095 | ||
| Owner's Suite+ | Upper Deck | 350 ft², Twin Balcony | £8395 |
| Jul 24 | AmaVerde | Amsterdam | £5495 | SAVE £800 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | 170 ft², Fixed Windows | £5495 | ||
| Cat D | Lower Deck | 170 ft², Fixed Windows | £5695 | ||
| Cat C | Middle Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £6495 | ||
| Cat B+ | Upper Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £6795 | ||
| Cat T | Middle Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £6895 | ||
| Cat T+ | Upper Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £6995 | ||
| Cat P | Middle Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £7145 | ||
| Cat P+ | Upper Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £7395 | ||
| Owner's Suite | Upper Deck | 255 ft², Twin Balcony | £8295 | ||
| Owner's Suite+ | Upper Deck | 350 ft², Twin Balcony | £9595 |
| Aug 7 | AmaVerde | Budapest | £5495 | SAVE £800 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | 170 ft², Fixed Windows | £5495 | ||
| Cat D | Lower Deck | 170 ft², Fixed Windows | £5695 | ||
| Cat C | Middle Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £6495 | ||
| Cat B+ | Upper Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £6795 | ||
| Cat T | Middle Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £6895 | ||
| Cat T+ | Upper Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £6995 | ||
| Cat P | Middle Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £7145 | ||
| Cat P+ | Upper Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £7395 | ||
| Owner's Suite | Upper Deck | 255 ft², Twin Balcony | £8295 | ||
| Owner's Suite+ | Upper Deck | 350 ft², Twin Balcony | £9595 |
| Sep 18 | AmaVerde | Amsterdam | £5495 | SAVE £800 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | 170 ft², Fixed Windows | £5495 | ||
| Cat D | Lower Deck | 170 ft², Fixed Windows | £5695 | ||
| Cat C | Middle Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £6495 | ||
| Cat B+ | Upper Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £6795 | ||
| Cat T | Middle Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £6895 | ||
| Cat T+ | Upper Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £6995 | ||
| Cat P | Middle Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £7145 | ||
| Cat P+ | Upper Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £7395 | ||
| Owner's Suite | Upper Deck | 255 ft², Twin Balcony | £8295 | ||
| Owner's Suite+ | Upper Deck | 350 ft², Twin Balcony | £9595 |
| Oct 2 | AmaVerde | Budapest | £5495 | SAVE £800 | Cabin Upgrades |
| Cat E | Lower Deck | 170 ft², Fixed Windows | £5495 | ||
| Cat D | Lower Deck | 170 ft², Fixed Windows | £5695 | ||
| Cat C | Middle Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £6495 | ||
| Cat B+ | Upper Deck | 170 ft², French Balcony | £6795 | ||
| Cat T | Middle Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £6895 | ||
| Cat T+ | Upper Deck | 210 ft², Twin Balcony | £6995 | ||
| Cat P | Middle Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £7145 | ||
| Cat P+ | Upper Deck | 235 ft², Twin Balcony | £7395 | ||
| Owner's Suite | Upper Deck | 255 ft², Twin Balcony | £8295 | ||
| Owner's Suite+ | Upper Deck | 350 ft², Twin Balcony | £9595 |
Enquire now about this cruise & speak to one of our friendly river cruising team on 0800 471 4754.
Why Choose This Cruise?
APT’s included excursions go beyond the ordinary with small group tours exploring the culture and traditions of the places you visit as well as the main sights. Real destination enrichment and deeper understanding is already included in the cost of your cruise. A high standard of cuisine is guaranteed due to their membership of La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs – a prestigious international culinary society. Relaxed private dining on board is also available to book during your cruise.
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