Switzerland by Rail with Magnificent Europe
River Cruise
Switzerland by Rail with Magnificent Europe
Switzerland by Rail with Magnificent Europe
Delve into Switzerland’s alpine scenery by rail with journeys aboard the Bernina Express, Glacier Express and the GoldenPass Express. Then, you’re off on a luxury river cruise through Europe’s heartland.
Itinerary
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Trip inclusions
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Tour Highlights
These exclusive or unique experiences are thoughtfully curated to take you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What's more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following highlights are just a taste of what we have prepared, especially for you.
Tenuta Castello di Morcote Wine Tour
Visit Tenuta Castello di Morcote during a special Signature Experience, a farm and wine estate in Switzerland located on a promontory surrounded by Lake Lugano. View the estate’s terraced vineyards, olive groves and Morcote Castle, which was built in the 15th century. You’ll then enjoy a wine tasting experience.
Bernina Express Adventure
Board the legendary Bernina Express for an unforgettable rail journey through the Swiss Alps. Travel past towering glaciers, dramatic mountain peaks, and charming alpine villages as you cross into Switzerland on one of the world’s most scenic train routes.
Meet a Local Mountaineer
On a unique Signature Experience in Switzerland, meet a local mountaineer in Zermatt, who will share stories of their conquests and what life is like living in the mountains.
Namedy Castle
Princess Heide von Hohenzollern graciously welcomes APT guests into her home, Namedy Castle, a royal escape set near the Rhine River in Germany. After wandering through the castle and its manicured gardens during this exclusive Signature Experience, you’ll attend a cocktail party, where a pianist sets the mood.
Gaisberg Mountain Lunch and ‘The Sound of Music’ Show
On this incredible Signature Experience in Austria, be welcomed by a Jagdhornbläser – a hunting horn blower – into a rustic, traditional restaurant on the Gaisberg mountain overlooking Salzburg. Enjoy a welcome drink as you soak in the scenery before savouring a delicious lunch, followed by a show featuring music from the classic film, ‘The Sound of Music’.
Cocktail Party and Private Performance at Vienna’s City Palace
Head to the princely family of Liechtenstein’s City Palace in the heart of the Austrian capital of Vienna, where we have arranged an exclusive cocktail party and private recital, just for you. During this extraordinary Signature Experience, a full orchestra will perform classical masterpieces by Mozart and Strauss. You will also be enchanted by an operatic recital.
What's On Board
With a host of alluring features, our brand-new, ultra-modern river ships, APT Solara and APT Ostara, offer unmatched opulence and style when travelling along the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers. Whether enjoying a cocktail up on the Sun Deck or retreating to your spacious, light-filled suite, there is so much to discover on board.
Crafted in Melbourne by the globally acclaimed Hecker Guthrie design team, our brand-new vessels seamlessly blend contemporary elegance with timeless allure, drawing inspiration from Europe's waterways, seasons, and locales.
Our ships utilise the most advanced and environmentally friendly technology currently available, which has earned us Green Award ‘Gold’ status. We champion eco-conscious best practices with no single-use plastics, and menus that minimise food waste.
A high crew-to-guest ratio offers impeccable onboard service and all suite categories feature indulgent in-suite dining. Your ship will have a dedicated Cruise Director on board, superb entertainment and a wellness host.
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Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
Prices are for rail and cruise only. Flights not included unless specified