APT Luxury River Cruise Ships
APT ships are amongst the best in Europe, the Mekong through Vietnam and Cambodia, Burma and Russia.
European ships
APT river ships in Europe feature complimentary beer, wine and soft drinks at all times, complimentary bottled water, tea and coffee, complimentary bicycles and a variety of local entertainment onboard. The Main Lounge features plush sofas and chairs, bar, and floor to ceiling windows, and in the evenings offers an entertainment programme.
The Concerto Class ships have innovatory Twin Balcony cabins, with an outside sit-on balcony and a separate French balcony, plus a range of cabin types and dining venues. There is a heated swimming pool on the Sun Deck; Fitness Centre and sauna; massage, hair and beauty salon; and on latest ships an additional lower Sun Deck seating area in addition to the main Sun Deck.
Ships of this type
AmaLea, new 2018, AmaKristina, new 2017; AmaVenita, new 2015; AmaReina, new 2014; AmaViola, new 2016; AmaStella, new 2016; AmaSerena, new 2015; AmaSonata, new 2014; AmaPrima, new 2013; AmaCerto, new 2012; AmaVerde, new 2011; AmaBella, new 2010
The Aria Class ships introduced French balconies, with most cabins featuring floor-to-ceiling sliding windows with French balcony for all-weather enjoyment of the river scenery, plus a range of cabin types and dining venues. There is a heated whirlpool on the Sun Deck; Fitness Centre and sauna; massage, hair and beauty salon.
Ships of this type
AmaDolce, new 2009; AmaLyra, new 2009; AmaDante, new 2008; AmaCello, new 2008
Royal Suites, Owner's Suites + and Owner's Suites
On Concerto Class ships these Suites are a huge 300 to 350 sq feet, with an outside sit-on balcony and a French balcony. On Aria Class ships the spacious 255 sq ft Owner's suites feature French balconies. On all there is a sitting area and the ensuite bathroom features separate shower and full-size bathtub. On the all-inclusive cruises there is champagne on arrival, room service for continental breakfast and dinner, and Gold standard butler service on Concerto class ships for the ultimate cruising experience.
Twin Balcony Cabins
The innovatory Twin Balcony Cabins on Concerto Class ships provide an external sitting area and a conservatory style area for cloudier skies. Categories P and P+ are 235 sq ft, T and T+ 210 sq ft. On the all-inclusive cruises Twin Balcony cabins have room service available for continental breakfast and dinner, and most (not Category T) have Gold or Silver butler service.
French Balcony Cabins
At 170 square feet with all-weather French balconies, these cabins allow maximum floor space with a sitting area offering unimpeded floor to ceiling views. On certain ships two 140 square feet single bed cabins are available.
Twin Window Cabins
With 170 sq ft of floor space, these are among the largest entry-level suites on all river cruise ships and represent excellent value for money, with the same amenities as balcony cabins.
Mekong ship
AmaLotus: Superb ship on the Mekong river, combining modern luxury with colonial and regional elegance, similar to a 5-star hotel in style and amenities. Carrying up to 124 passengers, most cabins feature outside and French balconies, with even the smallest cabins a large 226 square feet.
China ship
Yangzi Explorer: One of the most luxurious river cruise ships in the world, with just 62 large size suites and cabins all with private balcony. The boutique size of the ship allows it to access ports and tributaries that are inaccessible to larger vessels.
Burma ship
Samatha, new 2016: Carries just 60 guests and is arguably the most luxurious ship cruising the Irrawaddy River in Burma.
APT Premium River Cruise Ships
APT's premium ships offer the ultimate in comfort at an affordable price. The main lounge and bar feature expansive floor-to-ceiling windows with fantastic views of the riverside scenery. The spacious Sun Deck also offers 360 degree views and is the perfect place to relax and unwind.
Dining onboard is a culinary experience with exquisite flavours in local and international dishes. On European, India and Burma itineraries, complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks are included with lunch and dinner. Mekong river cruises include soft drinks, beer and local spirits with lunch and dinner.
Smaller group sizes give the included excursions a more personal feel and you can hear every word of the English-speaking guide’s commentary on a lightweight personal headset. European ships also have onboard bikes for use at leisure.
European ships
Contemporary River Ship, new 2020: The Contemporary River Ship carries 182 passengers and cruises the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers. Public areas include the pub-style McGeary's Bar, and the Garden Terrace & Bar.
Travelmarvel Jewel and Diamond, new 2007: These ships carry just 170 guests in spacious cabins, most with French balconies. They feature the navigational bridge in the stern, behind the passenger section, to allow more space and freedom in the layout of the public areas.
Travelmarvel Sapphire, new 2006: This ship carries just 164 passengers in spacious cabins with plush furnishings.
Douro Serenity, new 2017: Accommodating just 126 guests in the most exquisite of surroundings, Douro Serenity offers cruises along Portugal’s most famous river, the Douro.
Russian river ships
Rossia: Accommodating just 224 guests, Rossia offers comfortable lounges, with the main dining room serving a range of European, Russian and Ukranian cuisine, plus specialities from the regions visited.
Valentina: Cruising Russia's beautiful waterways between the fascinating cities of St Petersburg and Moscow, Valentina carries just 196 guests in comfortable en-suite cabins.
Mekong river ship
La Marguerite, new 2009: With just 92 guests, La Marguerite combines modern luxury with colonial and regional elegance, similar to a 5-star hotel in style and amenities.
India river ship
Rajmahal, new 2014: This new ship has 40 guests and is specifically designed to operate on the Lower Ganges river. Cabins have French balconies and air conditioning, with a bar and swimming pool on the Sun Deck.
Burma river ship
Princess Panhwar, new 2015: This custom-built boutique river cruise ship is specifically designed to cruise the Irrawaddy river in Burma. Cabins feature French balconies or Outside balconies and public areas are modern.