APT Western Front Explorer

• Battlefields Of The Somme
  Explore the 1st and 2nd Australian Division Memorials and the John Monash Centre.
• Château Neercanne
  Chateau Neercanne is the only terraced castle in The Netherlands, which commands stunning vistas over the Jeker Valley.
• The World’s Best Spring Garden
  Discover more than 800 varieties of tulips as you admire the bulbs of the renowned Keukenhof Gardens.

• Home-to-airport transfers by private car
• Return scheduled flights from the UK
• 14nts on a luxury river ship
• Experiences in 14 destinations
• Freedom of Choice Inclusions in 4 locations
• Luxury dining – a total of 41 meals
• A wide range of onboard beverages
• Transfers, port charges and gratuities
• Services of an expert Cruise Director

Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam, Embark Ship
Fly from the UK to Amsterdam. On arrival, transfer to your ship where you have the rest of the day to settle in.
Dinner

Day 2: Amsterdam
Spend the morning on your first ‘Freedom of Choice’ Experience before having the rest of the afternoon free to explore independently.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 3: Arnhem
Today, you can choose from 3 unique ‘Freedom of Choice’ Experiences
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4: Nijmegen, Otterlo
The ship docks in Nijmegen today, the oldest city in the Netherlands. Travel to the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, opened privately for APT guests. Discover the art collection including works by Monet, Van Gogh and Picasso before returning to Nijmegen for time at leisure.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5: Maastricht
This morning, take a tour of Maastricht, known for its Roman history and historic architecture. Then, head to Château Neercanne where you can admire the views of the Jeker Valley and enjoy a delicious lunch.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6: Antwerp
The ship sails into Antwerp today. From here, you can visit the Battlefields of Fromelles, including the Flanders Field Museum and the Pheasant Wood and VC Corner Australian cemeteries. Alternatively, you can stay in the city to explore independently.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7: Antwerp
Enjoy another day to explore Antwerp, beginning with a culinary walk to try some of Belgium’s renowned waffles and chocolates.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8: Ghent
Today, you have the option of two ‘Freedom of Choice’ experiences
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 9: Ghent, Bruges
Continue to Bruges, where you’ll have the full day to soak up its historic wonders, including the Markt and the 13th-Century belfry.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 10: Ghent, Somme Battlefields
Explore the Somme battlefields, including the 1st and 2nd Australian Division Memorials, and visit the Thiepval Memorial, the world’s largest World War I Commonwealth Memorial. Continue to the Sir John Monash Centre at Villers-Bretonneux Military Cemetery for an immersive look at the experiences of Australian soldiers on the Western Front.Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 11: Veere, Delta Works
Today the ship cruises into the Zeeland region, home to the incredible Delta Works, a series of flood protection systems that took more than 30 years to complete.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 12: Kinderdijk
Visit Kinderdijk, known for having the Netherland’s largest concentration of 18th-Century windmills.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 13: Rotterdam
Spend the morning on a ‘Freedom of Choice’ Experience before having the rest of the day to explore Rotterdam on your own. Return to the ship for dinner.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 14: Amsterdam
Return to Amsterdam, you’ll visit the renowned Keukenhof Gardens, home to over 70 acres of gardens and parklands.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 15: Disembark Ship, Depart Amsterdam
Sadly today, your journey draws to a conclusion. Say your farewells, disembark your ship and be transferred to the airport.
Breakfast

Throughout the tour, you’ll have the opportunity to choose from a range of experiences based on your interests

Day 2: 

• Glass-Top Boat Canal Cruise
• Cheese Tasting

Day 3: 

• Airborne Museum visit
• Arnhem City Tour
• Dutch Language Lesson

Day 8: 

• Flanders Fields Battlefields visits
• Ghent Guided Discovery tour

Day 13: 

• Guided Tour of the Hague
• Guided Discovery of Gouda

On this river cruise, you’ll sail aboard APT Solara. The Solara offers unmatched luxury and elegance along the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, with exceptional service, a generous crew-to-guest ratio, and beautifully appointed suites and interiors.

Cabin Types 

• Twin Window Suites
• French Balcony Suites
• Owner’s Suite

What’s Included onboard

• 6 dining venues
• Refreshing seasonal cocktails, premium spirits, champagne, superb regional wine, beer, juices, teas, coffees and soft drinks

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