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APT Ostara

Redefining Luxury

Discover a new era of river cruising with APT Solara and APT Ostara—our brand-new river ships. Thoughtfully designed to blend contemporary luxury with a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy more space, more choice, and more ways to explore Europe’s iconic waterways than ever before. Welcome to a fleet where sophistication meets innovation.

With a host of alluring features, our new generation of river ships, APT Solara and APT Ostara, offer unmatched luxury and elegance when travelling along the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers. Enjoy exceptional service with a generous crew-to-guest ratio, luxuriously​ appointed suites and interiors designed by the award-winning Australian ​team at Hecker Guthrie. Step aboard to experience European river cruising​ like never before.

Relax in beautifully curated spaces and relish shared stories, unhurried moments, and the freedom to choose how you spend each day, because true luxury isn’t about being seen — it’s about feeling completely at home, wherever the journey takes you.​

Designed by acclaimed Australian studio Hecker Guthrie, every space seamlessly unites contemporary design with timeless European influence. The interiors feel curated, not constructed — inviting relaxation, connection, and quiet indulgence. ​

With more dining venues than any other European river ship, APT Solara and APT Ostara offer the freedom to choose from seven distinct culinary experiences — all thoughtfully designed and flawlessly delivered. ​

Our exquisitely appointed suites feature interiors inspired by the changing seasons, offering a wealth of in-suite services and indulgent Marie-Stella-Maris amenities. Relax in an environment that is as calming as it is luxurious, with every element tailored to enhance your comfort. Whether you’re unwinding after a day of exploration or enjoying a quiet moment, these suites become a peaceful haven with the perfect backdrop to every view. ​

With just 154 guests and 60 crew, our exceptional crew goes beyond expectation, delivering service with personality, precision and pride in every interaction. Smaller guest numbers mean more meaningful connections — expect attentive service that’s warm, intuitive, and refreshingly personal.​

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Accomodation Types

Our exquisitely appointed suites feature interiors inspired by the changing seasons, offering a wealth of in-suite services and indulgent Marie-Stella-Maris amenities. Relax in an environment that is as calming as it is luxurious, with every element tailored to enhance your comfort. Whether you’re unwinding after a day of exploration or enjoying a quiet moment, these suites become a peaceful haven with the perfect backdrop to every view. ​

Owner's Suites

Balcony Suites

Twin Window Suites

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Deck Plans

Our exquisitely appointed suites feature interiors inspired by the changing seasons, offering a wealth of in-suite services and indulgent Marie-Stella-Maris amenities. Relax in an environment that is as calming as it is luxurious, with every element tailored to enhance your comfort. Whether you’re unwinding after a day of exploration or enjoying a quiet moment, these suites become a peaceful haven with the perfect backdrop to every view. ​

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Main Deck

Lower Deck

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Dining

Six World-Class Dining Venues
With more onboard dining venues than any other European river ships, plus in-suite dining for all guests, experience world-class dishes featuring the finest seasonal, locally sourced produce aboard the new-generation fleet.

Delectable Dining
Relish the finest cuisine available on European rivers. Savour fresh, locally sourced and seasonal produce at a wide range of dining venues.

The Gruner Bar & Dining

Bistro Saison

The Owner's Cellar

Annie's Table

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Entertainment

Relax in beautifully curated spaces and relish shared stories, unhurried moments, and the freedom to choose how you spend each day, because true luxury isn’t about being seen — it’s about feeling completely at home, wherever the journey takes you.​

Daystar Deck

The Salon

Sun Deck

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Enrichment

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.

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 morning tea, where a pianist sets the mood.

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.

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’.

Golubac Walking Tour

On this Signature Experience, enjoy a fascinating walking tour of Golubac, a charming village in eastern Serbia. Explore the striking 14th-century Golubac Fortress, which stands at the entrance to the Iron Gates of the Danube, and hear about its captivating history from your expert guide. Then, visit a local riverside tavern, where you’ll delight in a delicious Serbian meze tasting, featuring an array of small dishes such as cheeses, cured meats and other local specialties.

Folk Art House and Horse Show

On this memorable Signature Experience, visit the Folk Art House, where local handicrafts are on show. Then, visit a producer of one of Hungary’s spiciest exports, paprika. Afterwards, a farm in Puszta is the perfect setting for a stellar horse show and authentic Hungarian lunch.

Iron Gates Cruising

Get ready to witness nature at its finest today as your ship cruises through the Iron Gates, a stunning natural wonder of lush forests, towering cliffs and rugged landscapes. This spectacular series of gorges connects Serbia and Romania and makes for an unparalleled cruising experience.

Villány Wine Tasting

On this Freedom of Choice sightseeing activity, travel to Villány, a renowned Hungarian wine region known for its red and rose varieties. Here, you will pay a visit to a local winery, where you will enjoy a tour and tasting.

Belogradchik

Venture to the town of Belogradchik in Bulgaria and visit the ancient Belogradchik Fortress, perched on the northern slopes of the Balkan Mountains. You’ll also see the town’s unique rock formations.

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Health & Fitness

Swimming pool

Fitness Centre

The Spa

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Kids & Teens

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Useful Information

Sustainability

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.

Personalised Service

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 aboard, superb entertainment and a wellness host.

Dietary Requirements

APT requires you to advise us of any allergies or dietary requirements both when booking and upon arrival with your Tour Director. Most suppliers need advance notice to cater to your allergy and dietary requirements. While APT will pass on your requirements to the relevant suppliers, they cannot guarantee that all requests will be met but will do their best to accommodate them. Please note that you may be required to fill out an allergy form for our third-party suppliers.

Wi-Fi

All river ships offer internet facilities. On board APT’s river ships each suite has free internet access, and select ships are equipped with a monitor and keyboard (a USB port is not available). Remember to take all logins and passwords with you to enjoy easy access to your favourite websites.

On all ships, wireless internet is also available. However, you will need to bring your own laptop or tablet to gain access. As all ships use a satellite system, routing may cause reception to be restricted at times.

Smoking Policy

Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the ship, including balconies. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas on the Sun Deck. The same policy applies for electronic cigarettes. For the safety and comfort of guests, your cooperation in observing the no-smoking policy is appreciated.

Medical Assistance

Medical services are not available on board, as there are no medical personnel. However, medical assistance can be arranged from shore at your own expense.

Dress Code

We recommend packing a variety of light- to medium-weight clothing, plus waterproof garments in case of cooler or wet weather. Layers are a good option to cover a range of temperatures and to suit changing conditions. Comfortable footwear is a must, as some excursions involve walking on steps or ramps to embark and disembark.

The dress code is casual. Light, comfortable clothing is ideal for during the day, and we recommend smart casual clothing for evenings on board the ship. You may wish to bring something a little dressier for the welcome and farewell dinners. There will be no black tie or formal evenings.

If your sightseeing includes visits to churches, monasteries, synagogues, or mosques, dress casually while ensuring your clothes are clean and provide sufficient body cover (for example, cover your shoulders and wear trousers or a knee-length dress).

What to pack

Luggage

As a general rule, passengers in Economy Class are allowed to check one piece of luggage with a maximum size of 160cm and weight of 20kg. We recommend contacting your airline carrier or travel agent for specific information prior to departure, as size and weight limitations may vary and are subject to change. Each passenger is permitted to bring one piece of luggage on your APT cruise or tour that does not exceed these specifications. Please limit your hand luggage to one bag with a maximum weight of 7kg.

Valuables and Security

Do not take anything with you that will create emotional or financial hardship if lost or stolen. Carry all documents, money, passport and tickets with you — not in your suitcase. You may find a money belt, worn inside clothing, useful while travelling. Never leave hand luggage unattended or out of sight in hotel lobbies or dining rooms. Avoid solo exploration of unfamiliar streets or areas. You should also avoid excessive displays of jewellery or cash. When sightseeing, keep all valuables locked in the safe in your room or suite.

We believe the below list will be useful when packing:

• Waterproof jacket.
• Sturdy and comfortable walking shoes or runners with a good grip.
• Sunglasses, sunscreen and a sun hat.
• Insect repellent.
• Umbrella.
• Passport wallet and money belt (cash, credit cards, bank cards, identification).
• Binoculars.
• Batteries/charger and spare memory card for your camera.
• A universal adaptor.
• Small backpack for day use.
• USB drive for sharing photos and images.
• Travel alarm clock and ear plugs.
• Personal first aid kit.
• Local language phrase book.

Although you will be provided with basic toiletries (i.e. shampoo, conditioner, soap, body lotion) in your suite on board the ship and in hotel rooms, you may want to bring your own brands or additional items to suit your personal needs. Packing travel-size toiletries is a good idea to reduce luggage weight. Store them in plastic bags toavoid leaks.

General Physical Fitness

APT cruises and tours are not physically demanding, however, due to the nature of many of the sites you visit, some tours will require a good level of fitness and health to participate. Some trips may not be appropriate for guests with certain medical conditions and physical restrictions. Walking tours are often on uneven ground or cobblestones, and may include stairs or steep inclines. You should be able to stand on your feet for extended periods, whether visiting museums and other sites, or during check-ins for flights, cruises, and at customs and immigration.

Laundry

Guests may have two garments laundered per person daily, with additional laundry services available at suite-listed prices. Dry cleaning and self-service laundry are not available, and irons cannot be used in suites for safety reasons. Due to the cruise’s remote location, laundry prices may be higher than usual.

Water and Food Safety

When visiting countries where you are unsure about general hygiene practice, please take care if buying food from street vendors or in small restaurants away from your hotel, cruise ship or recommended venues. At these places, avoid raw fruits and vegetables, dairy products (including ice-cream) as well as meat and fish not properly cooked. It is generally safe to eat cooked meats and vegetables prepared in hotels and restaurants in tourist areas. Fruit that you peel yourself is considered safe.

You can feel safe eating anything served to you at the tour hotels and while on board your cruise. Do not buy alcohol from street vendors.

Sun Exposure and Dehydration

The weather can vary on your tour. Drinking plenty of water is important to prevent dehydration. A hat and good sunscreen are important for preventing sunburn, even on overcast days.