APT and sister brand Travelmarvel have launched their 2023 European river cruise programme.

The programme features 29 cruises through Europe and Russia, including itineraries such as European Gems, Balkan Gems, Douro Discovery and Russian Waterways.

Savings of up to £3,000 per couple are available when booked before 31 October 2021.  

Travelmarvel cruises will sail on the line’s three new Contemporary-class ships, Polaris, Capella and Vega, which launch in 2022.

APT’s 15-day Magnificent Europe Luxury cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest will offer guests a journey aboard the Grand Empress steam train to Budapest, as well as a visit to Vienna’s City Palace for a cocktail party and private classical concert.

Prices start from £3,395pp, including return flights, home-to-airport transfers by private car, 14 nights of on-board accommodation, 41 meals and a wide range of on-board beverages and experiences in 14 destinations.  

The eight-day Balkan Gems itinerary will sail from Budapest to Giurgiu, including highlights such as cruising through the Iron Gates, exploring the World Heritage-listed Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo.

Prices start from £2,195pp, including return flights and home-to-airport transfers by private car.

APT managing director Paul Melinis said: “Our agent partners and customers have been telling us about their desire to lock in future travel plans, as we all try to make up for time lost over the last 18 months.

“2023 is going to be a big year for travel and we anticipate that the kind of multi-destination trips that have been so challenging in recent times will be hugely popular.

“As such, we are releasing our best-selling European and Russian river cruises for sale early to help the trade start to capitalise on that demand, and give their clients something fantastic to start looking forward to.”

Covid-flexible booking policies continue to be offered on all APT and Travelmarvel bookings.