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Itinerary: Budapest, Hungary - Bratislava, Slovakia - Vienna, Austria - Dürnstein - Melk, Austria - Linz, Austria - Passau, Germany - After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Munich
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Itinerary: Porto, Portugal - Régua - Lamego - Pinhão, Portugal - Vega de Terron, Spain - Castelo Rodrigo, Portugal - Salamanca, Spain - Barca d'Alva, Portugal - Pinhão - Régua, Portugal -...
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The fleet

APT Ostara

APT Ostara
APT Solara

APT Solara
Mekong Serenity

Mekong Serenity
ms AmaReina

ms AmaReina
ms Amastella

ms Amastella
ms AmaVenita

ms AmaVenita
MS Caledonian Sky

MS Caledonian Sky
MS Estrela

MS Estrela
MS Royal Lotus

MS Royal Lotus
MV La Belle De L'Adriatique

MV La Belle De L'Adriatique
MV Lady Eleganza

MV Lady Eleganza
MV Princess Eleganza

MV Princess Eleganza
RV Apsara

RV Apsara
RV RajMahal

RV RajMahal
TM Douro-Serenity

TM Douro-Serenity
Travelmarvel Capella

Travelmarvel Capella
Travelmarvel Polaris

Travelmarvel Polaris
Travelmarvel Vega

Travelmarvel Vega
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Why sail with APT Cruising

FULL BOARD

FULL BOARD

COMPLIMENTARY DRINKS*

COMPLIMENTARY DRINKS*

SHORE EXCURSIONS

SHORE EXCURSIONS

BIKE HIRE

BIKE HIRE

FLIGHTS & TRANSFERS

FLIGHTS & TRANSFERS

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The History of APT Cruising

In the northern suburbs of 1920s Melbourne, cable tram drivers went on an extended strike. Bill McGeary, a 24-year-old mechanic, seized the opportunity and converted his much-loved truck into a bus in order to transport commuters from the tram-starved suburb of Northcote to the tram and train terminus in Clifton Hill. This was the birth of McGeary’s Parlour Coaches.

In the years following, Bill grew his business with the help of his family and began offering conducted day tours and themed weekends. During the 1970s, the company was renamed Australian Pacific Touring and moved beyond its traditional coach touring to include luxury train and cruise ship travel. But it wasn’t until 2005 that the river cruise line we know and love, APT Cruising, was established. For over 15 years, APT has been offering guests a memorable way to discover the rivers of the world.

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Popular Destinations

Halong Bay, Vietnam

South East Asia

Cruising to South East Asia is a traveller’s dream. The contrasting and varied nature of the many different countries offers up a tremendous amount of experiences that will satisfy the appetite of anyone.
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Asia and Far East

A cruise to Asia and the Far East will open you up to a world woven together. Discover the fascinating blend of ancient and modern, traditional and futuristic, provincial and metropolitan.
Cruises to Cambodia

Cambodia
Asia River Cruises

Rivers of Asia
Provence, France

Europe

A continent steeped in history, Europe is a tapestry of nations, cultures and landscapes.
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From the Blog

A panoramic view of Ho Chi Minh City

Staff stories: My journey through Vietnam and Cambodia

Recently, team members Laura & Gemma journeyed to Vietnam & Cambodia with APT Cruising. Here, they share their week of adventure.

20 Dec 2024
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Jane Archer: It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas

Jane Archer is one of the UK’s leading cruise journalists & a cruise expert for the Daily Telegraph. Here, she looks forward to cruising in 2025.

06 Dec 2024
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A panoramic view of the Danube River

Which cruise ships sail the Danube River?

Coursing through 10 countries, the Danube River has long been the lifeblood of Europe. Here’s an overview of the cruise ships that sail along the Danube River.

28 Aug 2024
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