APT Guided Tours & River Cruises

APT Luxury Travel

For over 95 years, APT has been creating award winning travel experiences across the world’s inspiring destinations. Discover our range of cruise and touring collections which include river, small ship and expedition cruises to joining adventures with like minded travellers on small group tour or explore the world on an escorted tour created by experts and brought to life with expert guides. Travel with everything taken care of, in all-inclusive luxury, and with the highest standards of service with APT Luxury Travel.

No matter how you picture your dream holiday, APT can make it a reality.

The APT Difference

Delivering the ultimate holiday experience, APT's 5 star holidays allow you to discover the essence of each fascinating destination in comfort and style. Enjoy the finest accommodation, unforgettable culinary experiences, enriching sightseeing and exceptional service. But the detail tells the real story – from exquisite touches such as GoldLeaf Service aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train in Canada to an exclusive visit to Namedy Castle in Germany. Our attention to detail is evident throughout.

APT Guided Tours & River Cruises' Ships

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Book with Confidence

For almost a century, APT has cared for its travellers. We understand freedom and flexibility are important when planning your holiday, which is why we have taken every step to ensure our guests can travel with peace of mind.

Before you travel, we offer guests the flexibility to make one amendment free of charge (if you are more than 100 days from departure and subject to the current live pricing of your cruise or tour). If you are not ready to rebook yet, we can hold your deposit for up to two years.

Whilst on your travels, our Travel Experts handle every detail, with 24/7 emergency support to keep you informed of any travel requirements. And as ABTA and ATOL members, all packages are fully protected.

  • Peace of Mind - Flexibility to make one amendment to your holiday free of charge if you are more than 100 days from departure*.
  • Call Our Travel Experts - Connect with UK-based travel experts to answer any questions you may have.
  • ABTA & ATOL Protected - As ABTA and ATOL members, all our packages are fully protected.
  • 24/7 Support - Our Travel Experts handle every detail, with 24/7 emergency support to keep you informed of any travel requirements.

428 Cruises · 15 Ships

Cruise Regions

  • Main/Rhine
  • Rhine/Danube
  • Main
  • Danube
  • Dutch Waterways
  • Ganges
  • Douro
  • Mediterranean
  • Mekong
  • Far East

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Reasons to Book

All taken care of

Our travel experts will look after all aspects of your journey with unrivalled care. There’s 24/7 emergency support and we’ll keep you updated on any travel requirements.

Australian-owned

We’re proud to be Australia’s leader in luxury travel, committed to delivering unforgettable travel experiences to our valued guests for almost a century.

Signature Experiences & Freedom of Choice

Signature Experiences are carefully designed, often exclusive excursions, while our Freedom of Choice concept lets you tailor sightseeing or dining in select locations.

Award-Winning

APT has a 98% guest satisfaction rating. Our awards include the Australian Federation of Travel Agents’ Most Outstanding Tour Operator – Global for 2023 and Best Tour Operator Domestic – 2012-2016, 2018-2019, and 2023 Best Holiday Operator by Reader’s Digest. The APT Travel Group is one of Australia’s Best Managed Companies for 2025.

The Best Destinations

When you travel with APT, you can discover hidden delights in the world’s most exciting destinations. All our experiences are specially curated with exclusive moments unavailable to most.

World-Class And Locally Inspired Dining

The cuisine of Australia is as diverse as it is delectable. Each state offers a tantalising array of traditional and contemporary dishes. The settings in which you will dine are truly like no other.

Travel Styles

We offer a range of travel styles for you to choose from, including river cruising, small ship expedition cruising, remote journeys, land journeys, rail journeys, luxury short breaks and more.

Experienced crew and staff

APT’s world-class crews will look after you every step of the way on your journey. From experienced Tour Directors to our Lodge Hosts at APT’s exclusive network of Kimberley Wilderness Lodges, our crew is there to support your every need.

Members Club

Welcome to APT Club

Rewarding you every time you travel

From the moment you make your first booking, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits designed to elevate every journey. The more you travel with APT, the further you progress through the Club tiers – unlocking additional privileges, personalised recognition and well-earned rewards with every trip.

Exclusive Offers

Be the first to hear about exclusive member deals and newly launched products, giving you early access to the best travel opportunities.

Be Rewarded for Every Journey

Enjoy additional exciting benefits as you ascend through our elite tier levels, enhancing your travel experience with every trip.

Stay Updated and Be Inspired

Receive fresh inspiration through our member emails and magazines, featuring the latest travel trends and exciting new adventures.

Bronze Membership

  • First access - be the first to hear about new travel experiences
  • Exclusive offers just for you
  • Member-only competitions and events
  • Priority member reservations line

Silver Membership 1 Trip of 7+ days

In addition to Bronze benefits:

  • £100 Welcome Home voucher
  • £100 Friends & Family voucher

Gold Membership 2-3 Trip of 7+ days

In addition to Silver benefits:

  • Receive private home to airport return transfers up to 50 kilometres
  • £100 Welcome Home voucher
  • £100 Friends & Family voucher

Platinum Membership 4-5 Trip of 7+ days

In addition to Silver benefits:

  • Enjoy a complimentary one nights pre OR post tour accommodation up to the value of £100 per room (not available on land and air tours of less than 7 days)
  • Receive private home to airport return transfers up to 125 kilometres
  • £100 Welcome Home voucher
  • £100 Friends & Family voucher

Diamond Membership 6 or more Trips of 7+ days

In addition to Silver benefits:

  • Enjoy a complimentary two nights pre OR post tour accommodation up to the value of £200 per room, per night (not available on land and air tours of less than 7 days)
  • Receive private home to airport return transfers up to 125 kilometres
  • £100 Welcome Home voucher
  • $100 Friends & Family voucher

APT Club benefits explained

As an APT Club member, you’ll gain access to exclusive offers and added-value experiences created just for you. Be sure to check back regularly to discover the latest benefits and rewards available to our valued members.

Overnight Hotel Stays

You’ll enjoy a complimentary one-night hotel stay (Platinum) stay valued up to £100 or a two-night hotel stay (Diamond) valued up to £200 before or after your tour (not available on land tours of less than 10 days).

Private Airport Transfers

Receive private home-airport return transfers up to 50-mile radius of selected UK airports for Gold members or 125- mile radius for Platinum & Diamond members.

Welcome Home Voucher

To celebrate your journey with APT, you’ll receive a Welcome Home voucher valued at £100 to put towards your next journey with APT, Travelmarvel or Botanica World Discoveries.

Friends & Family Voucher

Introduce a friend or a family member and they’ll also receive a voucher valued at £100 to put towards a journey with APT, Travelmarvel or Botanica World Discoveries.

Exclusive Offers

As a member, you'll receive exclusive offers that you won’t find anywhere else.

First Access

Receive exclusive communications by email and post with exciting member previews and be on the list to receive invitations to VIP member events.

Share your holiday highlights

We’d love to hear about your recent adventures and see your favourite travel photos. With your permission, we may feature your stories in our member publication or e-newsletters to inspire fellow travellers. Send your photos and tales to us via our contact us page.