Western Front Explorer
River Cruise
with APT Luxury Travel
- Savour a delectable lunch at Château Neercanne
- Visit the battlefields of Fromelles, Flanders & Somme
- Visit the Keukenhof Gardens in Amsterdam
- Flights included plus save $1400^
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.
Highlights
- Château Neercanne: Savour a delectable lunch at Château Neercanne, located near Maastricht in the Netherlands. On this sensational Signature Experience, take in the impressive vistas across the Jeker Valley from the hotel's terraces.
- Private Visit to the Kröller-Müller Museum: On a Signature Experience in the village of Otterlo in the Netherlands, visit the Kröller-Müller Museum, which has been opened privately for APT guests. Discover the museum's sculptural art collection, including masterpieces by Claude Monet, Van Gogh and Pablo Picasso.
- Battlefields of Fromelles: Visit the WWI Battlefields of Fromelles in northern France, including the Pheasant Wood Cemetery and the VC Corner Australian Cemetery.
- Flanders Fields Battlefields: Set out on a captivating journey to the Flanders Fields battlefields in Belgium. Visit the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917, Tyne Cot Cemetery – the largest British Commonwealth war cemetery in the world – and the Polygon Wood battlefield.
- Somme Battlefields and Sir John Monash Centre: Embark on a deeply moving exploration of the Somme battlefields in France, including the 1st and 2nd Australian Division Memorials. Visit the Thiepval Memorial, also known as the Memorial to the Missing of the Somme. 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.
- Keukenhof Gardens: Visit the Keukenhof Gardens in Amsterdam, 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.
Inclusions
- Experiences in 14 destinations
- 14 nights on a brand-new luxury river ship, the APT Solara
- Freedom of Choice inclusions
- A total of 41 meals and a wide range of onboard beverages
- In-suite dining and beverage service in all suites
- The services of an expert Cruise Director
- Transfers, port charges and gratuities
- Visit the Kröller-Müller Museum, opened privately for APT guests
Day 1: 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 2: 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 3: 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 4: Nijmegen, Otterlo
Set out on your chosen activity
Freedom of Choice - Kroller-Muller Museum
Visit the Kroller-Muller Museum and see its sculptural art collection, including pieces by Claude Monet and Pablo Picasso.
Freedom of Choice - Huis Doorn
Visit the residence of the last German Emperor Wilheim II, Huis Doorn. After the German defeat in World War I, Wilheim II fled to the neutral Netherlands, where he lived on this estate in the Utrecht province from 1920 to 1941.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: 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.
Signature Experience: These all-inclusive, once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: 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 7: 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 8: 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.
Freedom of Choice: Give your holiday a personal touch with a choice of included sightseeing or dining options to suit your interests.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: 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, maybe head off and explore Rotterdam on your own. Later, enjoy dinner on board your luxurious river 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.
Freedom of Choice: Give your holiday a personal touch with a choice of included sightseeing or dining options to suit your interests.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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.t.
Meals: Breakfast
Departures: 7 April 2027
| Category | Per person, twin share |
|---|---|
| Cat. E (Twin Window Suite) | From $10,795* |
| Cat. A (Balcony Suite) | From $14,495* |
| Cat. P (Balcony Suite) | From $15,095* |
Advertised price is based on 7 April 2027 departure. Prices are subject to change based on availability and include maximum saving amount. Prices correct as at 04 December 2025.
Please ask your RAC consultant for other cabin category and date availabilityMay 2025
Travel Talk with APT
Date: 01 May 2025
Join us for an afternoon tea and learn about the world of luxury river cruising & APT's new era of excellence. Enjoy a warm cup of tea and delightful treats as an expert from APT shares first-hand knowledge of onboard enrichments, included experiences and luxury service.
*Terms and Conditions apply. Price based on EUWC15: 7 April 2027 (Cat. E). Book by 28 February 2026, unless sold out prior. Prices are per person (pp), AUD, twin share and include port charges and saving amounts. Offers are available for travellers departing from Australia. All pricing and save amounts are in Australian Dollars. Information corrects as at 04 December 2025 but may fluctuate due to changes in surcharges, taxes or currency. A strictly limited number of offers are available on selected itineraries and departure dates in selected suites/staterooms/cabins/room categories. Offers are subject to availability, not combinable unless specified, available on new bookings only and may be withdrawn at any time.
^Save up to $700 per person: This offer is valid on select trips and departure dates until 28 February 2026 or until sold out (whichever is earlier). The amounts saved will vary whether the booking is per couple or per person. Any available credit is not transferrable or redeemable for cash. To obtain this offer, a non-refundable deposit per person is due within seven (7) days of booking and final payment will be due 100 days prior to the tour's departure date. If any of these payment dates are not complied with, then the offer may be revoked. Our standard terms and conditions will also apply.
^Flight includes: This offer is valid for select trips and departure dates until 28 February 2026 or until sold out (whichever is earlier). This offer includes airfare and taxes up to the specified value per person. This offer is based on wholesale airfares in economy class with an airline of APT’s choosing depending on routing. Departure flights are only available from select cities. All offers are subject to availability of airline and booking class. Once class is sold out, surcharges apply. A non-refundable deposit person is due within seven (7) days of booking. A second non-refundable holding payment per person will be payable as specified upon booking. Final payment is due 100 days prior to the tour's departure date. Failure to make payment by the due dates may result in the offer being revoked. Flights must be booked by APT and any variations to dates may involve a surcharge.
Further APT terms and conditions apply, please enquire with your RAC travel consultant.
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