Western Front Explorer
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Duration 14 nights
Sailing From Amsterdam
Departing 13-Mar-26
Cruise Line APT
Cruise Ship APT Solara
Call 133 133
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- 14-night cruise, from Amsterdam return, onboard APT Solara based on a Twin Window Suite Cat E
- Meals included Luxury dining - a total of 41 meals onboard and a wide range of onboard beverages plus In-suite dining and drinks service
- Experiences in 14 destinations, Freedom of Choice inclusions & visit the Kroller-Muller Museum, opened privately for APT guests
- The services of an expert Cruise Director
- Transfers, port charges and gratuities
- Why not upgrade to a Balcony Suite Cat A from an extra $3,700* per person
- Please speak to your Travel Consultant for other departure dates available - Terms & Conditions apply
Departure Dates
- 13-Mar-26
Visit Europe
Delve into World War I history on a deeply moving exploration of the Somme battlefields. Visit the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917, Tyne Cot Cemetery and Polygon Wood battlefield. And discover culture and cuisine in beautiful cities from Amsterdam to Bruges.
Day 01: Arrive Amsterdam, Embark Ship
Welcome to Amsterdam. We'll meet you on arrival and transfer you to your luxurious floating hotel for the next 15 days, where you'll have time to unpack and settle in.
Stay: 14 Nights, APT Solara
Meals: Dinner
Day 02: Amsterdam
Set out on your chosen activity. Afterwards, enjoy a free afternoon to explore more of Amsterdam on your own.
Freedom of Choice - Glass-Top Boat Canal Cruise
A peaceful way to see the best of Amsterdam, step aboard a glass-top boat and glide through the city's iconic maze of World Heritage-listed canals, admiring the unique architecture along the way.
Freedom of Choice - Cheese Tasting
Visit a local cheese store for a tasting of regional cheeses. The Netherlands is renowned for its cheese production, including iconic varieties such as Edam and Gouda.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03: Arnhem
Select the activity that appeals to you today.
Freedom of Choice - Airborne Museum
In Arnhem, history buffs will love the Airborne Museum, viewing a depiction of the Battle of Arnhem in which the Allied Forces attempted to form a bridgehead on the northern banks of the Rhine River in September 1944.
Freedom of Choice - Arnhem City Tour
Discover the unique highlights of Arnhem on a guided city tour, including the Sabelspoort city gate, Mandela bridge and Eusebius Church.
Freedom of Choice - Dutch Language Lesson
Stay on board and partake in a fun Dutch language lesson.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04: Nijmegen, Otterlo
Dock in Nijmegen today, the oldest city in the Netherlands, which seamlessly blends its rich history with the new. Perched along the Waal River, the city is known for its natural beauty and vibrant mix of sports and cultural events. Travel to the Kröller-Müller Museum in Otterlo, where a Signature Experience awaits. Afterwards, return to Nijmegen and enjoy time at leisure to explore the city.
Signature Experience - Private Visit to the Kröller-Müller Museum
Visit the Kröller-Müller Museum, which has been opened privately for APT guests. Discover the museum's sculptural art collection, including masterpieces by Claud
Day 05: Maastricht
Tour Maastricht, renowned for its maze of tunnel caves, Roman history and historic architecture. Then, a Signature Experience awaits.
Signature Experience - Lunch at Château Neercanne
Savour lunch at Château Neercanne, which commands impressive vistas across the Jeker Valley from its terraces.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06: Antwerp
Today you'll arrive in Antwerp. You might like to spend today visiting the Battlefields of Fromelles, including the Flanders Field Museum, Pheasant Wood Cemetery and the VC Corner Australian Cemetery. Alternatively, enjoy a day at leisure to relax and explore Antwerp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07: Antwerp
Continue exploring Antwerp today. As the second largest city in Belgium, Antwerp is renowned for its vibrant culinary scene. Embark on a culinary walk to indulge in Belgium's renowned waffles and chocolates. Discover firsthand why these delectable treats are celebrated as some of the world's finest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08: Ghent
Set out on your chosen sightseeing activity today.
Freedom of Choice - Flanders Fields Battlefields Visit the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917, Tyne Cot Cemetery - the largest British Commonwealth war cemetery in the world - and the Polygon Wood battlefield.
Freedom of Choice - Ghent Guided Discovery
Join a local guide for a tour of Ghent, stopping by a number of the city's best loved attractions, including the Korenlei, the Graslei and the Castle of the Counts. You'll also enjoy a cruise on the canal.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 09: Ghent, Bruges
Continue to Bruges, the capital of the province of West Flanders in the Flemish region of Belgium. Often called the 'Venice of the North', this spellbinding city enchants with its medieval history, striking architecture, cobblestone streets and picturesque canals. As one of the best-preserved examples of a medieval European settlement, the city's historic centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a full day to soak up the historic wonders of Bruges, including the Markt and 13th-century belfry.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Ghent, Somme Battlefields
Embark on a deeply moving exploration of the Somme battlefields, including the 1st and 2nd Australian Division Memorials. Visit the Thiepval Memorial, also known as the Memorial to the Missing of the Somme. As the largest World War I Commonwealth Memorial in the world, it honours the 72,337 British and South African forces who lost their lives in the Battles of the Somme between 1915 and 1918, with no known grave. Continue to the Sir John Monash Centre, situated on the grounds of the Villers-Bretonneux Military Cemetery, for an immersive journey into the stories of Australian soldiers who served on the Western Front during World War I.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Veere, Delta Works
Cruise into the Zeeland region, home to one of the world's most complex modern engineering projects, the Delta Works. This incredible series of flood protection systems took more than 30 years to complete.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Kinderdijk
Visit the World Heritage-listed Kinderdijk, known for having the country's greatest concentration of 18th-century windmills.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Rotterdam
After your morning activity, perhaps head off and explore Rotterdam on your own. Later, enjoy dinner on board your ship.
Freedom of Choice - The Hague
Enjoy a guided exploration of The Hague and see its incredible architecture, including the Dutch parliament building and the Peace Palace.
Freedom of Choice - Guided Discovery of Gouda
Delve into the history of Gouda on a guided walking tour. Pass many of the city's most iconic sights and enjoy a cheese tasting.
Day 14: Amsterdam
Visit the Keukenhof Gardens, encompassing more than 70 acres of renowned gardens and parklands. Relish the chance to admire the spectacular display of bulb flowers in bloom, including colourful tulips.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15: Disembark Ship, Depart Amsterdam
Today, your incredible journey draws to an end. Bid farewell to your fellow travellers, disembark your ship and be transferred to the airport.
Meals: Breakfast
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