Travel agents can now take advantage of early booking savings for APT’s luxury European river cruises, small ship cruises, rail and land journeys for 2024, with the award-winning travel operator announcing the launch of the full range of its 2024 European holidays.
The 15-day Magnificent Europe cruise remains APT’s flagship itinerary, guiding guests along the continent’s most iconic waterways from Amsterdam to Budapest, with a cocktail party in Germany’s Namedy Castle and a private recital at Vienna’s City Palace among the many highlights.
The popular cruise boasts a new, exclusive experience for 2024 in Salzburg, with guests welcomed by a Jagdhornbläser – a hunting horn blower – into a rustic, traditional restaurant on the Gaisberg mountain. Guests will soak in the scenery with a welcome drink in hand before savouring a delicious lunch, followed by a ‘Sound of Music’ show. The journey is available from just $7,195 including flights, and for a limited time guests can enjoy additional savings of up to $2,000 per couple when paying in full 10 months prior to departure and booking by 31 August 2023.
Further south to the dazzling coastlines of the Mediterranean, the nine-day Croatian Island Discovery from Zagreb to Dubrovnik on the MV Lady Eleganza is sure to delight. It is priced from $7,495 including savings up to $1,600 per couple for bookings made by 30 November. While the 15-day Adriatic and Aegean Seas cruise aboard the luxurious L’Austral takes guests on a comprehensive adventure through the region from Venice to Istanbul. The intimate cruise is available from $13,295 including additional savings of up to $5,000 per couple when paying in full 10 months prior to departure and booking by 31 August 2023.
To the north, guests can embark on a remarkable small ship expedition on the 13-day Iceland and Faroe Islands journey. Following two nights in Edinburgh, guests board the MS Hebridean Sky for a unique 10-night cruise from the Scottish Islands to fascinating Faroese communities and the awe-inspiring landscapes of Iceland. This remote cruise is on offer from $14,795 including a limited time additional savings of up to $4,000 per couple when paying in full 10 months prior to departure, when booking by 31 August 2023.
Brand-new luxury river ship, the MS Estrela, is the latest shining star of APT’s magnificent range of holidays across Europe in 2024. The world-class ship is all set to lead guests along the Douro River in Portugal and Spain, revealing the very best experiences the Iberian Peninsula has to offer.
The MS Estrela will be the flagship of several new tours through the Douro Valley and beyond, with guests enjoying seven nights aboard the elegant vessel on the 14-day Douro Delights tour from Lisbon to Madrid, available from just $8,995 including additional savings of up to $4,000 per couple when paying in full 10 months prior to departure and booking by 31 August 2023.
Sarah Latimore, APT’s Head of Product for Europe, said “We’re so excited to be welcoming APT guests on a brand-new river ship on the Douro River in 2024. When guests travel with APT, they can rest assured that all of the details have been taken care of.
“As well as including unique events designed to deepen APT the experience, guests will also benefit from our Freedom of Choice touring so they can personalise their journey to suit their interests. What’s more, they’ll enjoy complimentary beverages served throughout the day, and additional services such as room service dining and complimentary laundry in select suites,” Latimore concluded.
That’s just the tip of the iceberg, with many more tours across a broad variety of travel styles available for every type of traveller. Visit www.aptouring.com.au/europe to learn more about APT’s luxury holidays and view the full range of European itineraries.
For details travel agents can contact APT on 1300 278 278, get in touch with their APT Travel Group BDM or visit www.atgconnect.com.au
