Leading the way in luxury and comfort, our Concerto River Ships represent a revolution in ship design. They are the grandest ships on Europe’s rivers and present a wealth of exclusive facilities and suites.
Some of the largest suites on Europe's rivers, many featuring APT's exclusive Twin Balcony concept.The added benefit of a Butler Service for guests in select suites.A range of dining experiences on board, including the intimate Wine Room and the Chef’s Table restaurant.Complimentary access to the finest European tea and a wide range of speciality coffees all day, every day at the self-serve tea and coffee bar.
Chaîne des Rôtisseurs – one of the world’s most prestigious culinary organisations. Membership is by invitation only and is considered an achievement of world-class culinary acumen.
Chef’s Table Restaurant - The renowned Chef’s Table Restaurant offers the ultimate fine dining experience on Europe’s waterways. Exclusive to APT’s luxurious river ships, this intimate and unique six-course degustation-style meal can be enjoyed at no extra charge.
Verde Fine Dining Restaurant - Providing the quintessential fine dining experience, your ship’s main restaurant, the Verde Fine Dining Restaurant, serves freshly-prepared gourmet cuisine throughout the day. You can also indulge in delicious Italian-style fare.
Casual Dining at River Bistro - Casual light meals are on offer in the comfort of the River Bistro, located in your ship’s Main Lounge.
Wine Room Private Dining - The Wine Rooms the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion.
Sun Deck Alfresco Lunch -Weather and river conditions permitting, on select days, you can choose to head to the Sun Deck to enjoy your alfresco lunch.
Presentations, cooking demonstrations, trivia quizzes, dancing the night away – it’s all here on board your ship. For the entirety of your journey, your entertainment hosts ensure there’s never a dull moment. They also arrange for local artists such as Hungarian gypsy violinists and members of a Bavarian band to join you on board.
Unwind in sophisticated surrounds. Enjoy the ever changing scenery as you swim in the heated pool located on the Sun Deck. Relax in the stylish main lounge with floor-to-ceiling windows and an expansive bar the observation lounge which is the perfect indoor space from which to take in the approaching sights. Be entertained and watch lectures, presentations, demonstrations and performances, in the front lounge which transforms into an ambient Showroom. Access the tea & coffee bar 24 hours a day as well as the on-board wellness centre.
Your river cruise with APT will be a luxurious experience from start to finish. Customise how you explore Europe with a variety of included shore excursions and flexible tour options.
With a fleet of bicycles on board, guests have the opportunity to explore Europe on our guided bike tours, or go discover on their own.
There are plenty of additional onboard health and fitness facilities that contribute to the luxurious ambience on your ship.
Reasonable efforts are made to accommodate the special needs of disabled cruise participants, but no responsibility will be undertaken for any denial of services by carriers, hotels, restaurants, or other independent suppliers. Tour buses are not equipped with wheelchair ramps and cabin doors are not wide enough to allow access by standard wheelchairs.
Wheelchairs and walkers cannot be carried on tour buses, due to space limitations. Wheelchair passengers should be aware of these limitations. For safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on ramps in ports where the ship is at anchor. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a tour member for walking, getting on/off tour busses and other transportation vehicles, or other personal needs. A qualified travel companion must accompany travellers who need assistance.
Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside any of the ships. Smoking is only permitted on the Sun Deck. For the safety and comfort of all passengers on board, your cooperation in observing the no-smoking policy is greatly appreciated.
Please advise your Travel Agent or call us directly to advise if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies prior to embarkation. In most cases, we will do our best to accommodate special dietary requests and food allergies, but with one exception: Kosher. This diet has specific rules regarding food and its preparation and the shipboard environment does have limitations that prevent us from being able to adequately cater to this dietary need. Please note, though we can provide options to accommodate food allergies and sensitivities, we cannot guarantee there will not be any cross-contamination.
Generally, smart casual is acceptable on most tours, however some tours may require/recommend per below:
Some cultures observe specific dress requirements, such as head dress for women. Tour Directors will supply more information on tour on any of these requirements.
Europe: There are no medical facilities on board. However medical services can easily be called from shore if required.
Vietnam & Cambodia: We do not employ doctors or nurses on board the ships. In the event medical assistance is needed, appropriate medical facilities will be contacted. Note that response time can vary.
Africa: We do not employ doctors or nurses on board the Zambezi Queen. In the event medical assistance is needed, appropriate medical facilities will be contacted. Note that response time can vary.
Have you arranged/packed the following:
You will also receive a Tour Hints booklet in your documentation pack with a comprehensive guideline of what to pack for your specific destination.
Internet access may be available whilst travelling on your journey, however please ask your Sales consultant if this is applicable on your trip. Many hotels and cruise ships have this facility available, at times complimentary and other times at a cost. For passengers travelling to remote locations, there may be no internet facilities for a period of time.
Every feature in a stateroom was thoughtfully conceived with the comfort of their guests in mind. The staterooms start at 160 square feet, and suites can be as large as 350 square feet, giving you more space to sit back and relax in between meals and explorations. Artfully crafted to a first-class standard, each room is equipped with innovative designs, plush bedding, multi-jet shower-heads, and many other special touches that make you feel like you’re getting the royal treatment. Most of the staterooms have a balcony — or two — so you can enjoy stunning views of the magnificent sights along the river’s edge.
Suite amenities:
Room service dining is available to guests in Category B+, T, T+, P, P+, Owner’s, Royal and Owner’s+ suites.
Champagne on arrival is available to guests in Category Owner’s, Royal and Owner’s+ suites.
A complimentary laundry service is available to guests in Category T+, P, P+, Owner’s, Royal and Owner’s+ suites.
Silver Butler Service is available to guests in Category T+ and P suites. Includes pressing of two garments a day; shoe shining; tea and coffee service; booking of appointments, onshore arrangements and Freedom of Choice Inclusions.
Gold Butler Service is available to guests in Category P+, Owner’s, Royal and Owner’s+ suites. Includes pressing of two garments a day; shoe shining; tea and coffee service; booking of appointments, onshore arrangements and Freedom of Choice Inclusions. Inclusions of pre-dinner canapés, a packing and unpacking service; bath-drawing; and a valet service (arranging limousines and similar)
Complimentary Laundry Service: In select suite categories, one bag of laundry per cabin for guests travelling on seven night cruises, and two bags of laundry per cabin for guests travelling on 14 night cruises is included.
Suite Stateroom offers luxurious accommodation featuring a well appointed ensuite bathroom with shower and bathtub with complimentary spa-quality bath amenities. A comfortable sitting area on the outside balcony. A spacious wardrobe, in room safe and a fully stocked mini-bar within the airy sitting room. Individually controlled air conditioning ensures a calming environment, coupled with, luxurious linens upon the double bed with a french balcony view and robe and slippers to hand for ultimate comfort.
As well as a Flat screen television with local and satellite channels all staterooms have complimentary Internet access.
Suite Stateroom offers luxurious accommodation featuring a well appointed ensuite bathroom with shower and bathtub with complimentary spa-quality bath amenities. A comfortable sitting area on the outside balcony. A spacious wardrobe, in room safe and a fully stocked mini-bar within the airy sitting room. Individually controlled air conditioning ensures a calming environment, coupled with, luxurious linens upon the double bed with a french balcony view and robe and slippers to hand for ultimate comfort.
As well as a Flat screen television with local and satellite channels all staterooms have complimentary Internet access.
Suite Stateroom offers luxurious accommodation featuring a well appointed ensuite bathroom with shower and bathtub with complimentary spa-quality bath amenities. A comfortable sitting area on the outside balcony. A spacious wardrobe, in room safe and a fully stocked mini-bar within the airy sitting room. Individually controlled air conditioning ensures a calming environment, coupled with, luxurious linens upon the double bed with a french balcony view and robe and slippers to hand for ultimate comfort.
As well as a Flat screen television with local and satellite channels all staterooms have complimentary Internet access.
Suite Stateroom offers luxurious accommodation featuring a well appointed ensuite bathroom with shower and bathtub with complimentary spa-quality bath amenities. A comfortable sitting area on the outside balcony. A spacious wardrobe, in room safe and a fully stocked mini-bar within the airy sitting room. Individually controlled air conditioning ensures a calming environment, coupled with, luxurious linens upon the double bed with a french balcony view and robe and slippers to hand for ultimate comfort.
As well as a Flat screen television with local and satellite channels all staterooms have complimentary Internet access.
Staterooms offer accommodation featuring 2 fixed windows. A well appointed shower room with complimentary spa-quality bath amenities. A spacious wardrobe and in room safe and individually controlled air conditioning ensuring a calming environment, coupled with, luxurious linens upon the double bed and robe and slippers to hand for ultimate comfort.
As well as a Flat screen television with local and satellite channels all staterooms have complimentary Internet access.