£2699pp—Lux 14-night cruise on 3 European rivers, save £1096

This 14-night package saves £1020–£1096 on prices we've seen elsewhere. Cruise from imperial Budapest to stately Amsterdam and enjoy excursions in every port. Experiences include a cocktail party at Vienna's City Palace, a "Sound of Music" show in Salzburg, and a piano recital in Andernach. 

What's included

• Return flights, with 20kg checked baggage
• Return transfers
• A 14-night cruise aboard APT Solara in a Window Suite
• All-inclusive board, covering all meals, unlimited drinks, and snacks
• Excursions in each port
• All gratuities and port taxes

When
Fly from London on 31 July, 2026.

Cruise with a reverse itinerary on 31 July and sail from Amsterdam to Budapest aboard APT Ostara. 

Depart on 8, 22 May; 5, 19 June; 3, 17 July** from an extra £100 per person.

For more information, see our partner's website.

Itinerary

• Budapest (overnight in port)... enjoy a welcome reception and dinner as you watch a traditional Hungarian show. The next day, choose from a city tour, a food tour, or a ride on the funicular railway. 
• Vienna (overnight in port)... discover the city with a guided tour. On day four, get dressed up for a cocktail party at Vienna's City Palace, where you'll watch a classical music concert.
• Dürnstein... visit Melk Abbey with a local guide. Next, opt to cruise through the Wachau Valley or cycle from Melk to Dürnstein. 
• Salzburg... tour the Baroque city centre, then head to a traditional Austrian restaurant on the Gaisberg mountain. Enjoy lunch, then watch a concert with music from "The Sound of Music". 
• Regensburg... discover the UNESCO-listed city centre, or go on a bike ride to the Walhalla Memorial. 
• Nuremberg... cruise along the Main-Danube Canal as you indulge in Bavarian delicacies on deck. Tour the city's moving World War II sites, or take in its Medieval history on a walking tour. 
• Bamberg... continue along the Main River. Explore Bamberg's Old Town with an expert guide.
• Würzburg... pick from four excursions. Visit the Würzburg Residence, explore nearby Rothenburg, hike to Marienberg Fortress, or tour a whisky distillery.
• Miltenberg... opt for a guided walking tour, with a liqueur tasting experience, or visit a local monastery overlooking the town. 
• Rüdesheim... join the mighty Rhine. Take a gondola ride through the Rhine Valley, visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, or tour a historic wine cellar. 
• Andernach... travel to Namedy Castle. Explore this 14th-century castle, then sip tea as you listen to a classical music performance. 
• Amsterdam... take a glass-top canal boat cruise along the city's famous canals or go cheese tasting. Alternatively, join a bike ride to Durgerdam, with a stop at the Street Art Museum. 

Ship details
APT Solara launched in April, 2025. It accommodates 154 passengers and sails with 60 crew members. The ship's key feature is its choice of dining options. Pick from five included restaurants, plus in-suite dining for all guests. River ships of this size don't usually have this large a selection of venues.

The Gruner Bar & Dining is the main restaurant—it has an innovative lift system to elevate the entire restaurant to the Sun Deck. Bistro Saison serves European fare throughout the day, while The Salon is perfect for light bites. In the evening, watch live entertainment at The Salon. Head to the Daystar Deck for barbeque and Mediterranean dishes served al fresco. Annie's Table offers fine-dining experiences.

There's also The Owner's Cellar (supplements apply). Here, a dozen diners can enjoy a five-course menu paired with premium wines from the ship's private cellar. 

Take in panoramic views from the Sun Deck, which has a heated pool. Window Suites have wood panelling, plus a small seating area and an en suite bathroom. 

Other options

• Sail in a Balcony Suite from an extra £900 per person
• Sail in an Owner’s Suite from an extra £3900 per person

Transfers & baggage
Both are included.