12
Owner's Suites
OS
Overview
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.
Experience European river cruising like never before aboard APT Solara, APT Ostara and APT Alara. Purpose-built to navigate the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers in exceptional style, these next-generation river ships combine contemporary luxury with elegant design, spacious accommodation and attentive service. Featuring sophisticated interiors by Australia's acclaimed Hecker Guthrie, every element has been designed to elevate your time on board.
Suites
12
6
French Balcony Suites
PP · AA · A · P
8
Twin Window Suites
EE · E · ET
Owner's Suites
OS
French Balcony Suites
PP · AA · A · P
Twin Window Suites
EE · E · ET
Dining
7
The Gruner Bar & Dining
Regional
13
Bistro Saison
Regional
21
The Owner's Cellar
Wine
12
Annie's Table
Casual
The Gruner Bar & Dining
Regional
Bistro Saison
Regional
The Owner's Cellar
Wine
Annie's Table
Casual
Life on board
Daystar Deck
Sun Deck
With a rooftop barbeque sizzling with Mediterranean-fare, a bar offering delectable cocktails, an alluring pool and an inviting Conversation Lounge, this space is the ideal place to relax with new-found friends.
The Salon
Lounge
The inviting main lounge offers a delicious array of fresh and healthy dishes over breakfast and lunch, transitioning into a vibrant venue in the evening with live entertainment.
Sun Deck
Sun Deck
The Sun Deck — a meeting place with personality and ample space, designed to be enjoyed year-round. Socialise on the Daystar Deck, while plush seating areas, sun lounges and a pool are all located on the upper Sun Deck — the ideal location to indulge in a cocktail as you relish the sunset.
Namedy Castle
Excursions
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 cocktail party, where a pianist sets the mood.
Cocktail Party and Private Performance at Vienna’s City Palace
Excursions
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
Excursions
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
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 meat …
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
Excursions
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
Sightseeing
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
Wine Experience
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
Sightseeing
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.
Swimming pool
Pool
The Swimming pool can be located on the Sun Deck.
Fitness Centre
Gym
Stay active in the onboard gym.
The Spa
Spa
Unwind with a spa treatment.
Deck plans
Sun Deck
- Upper Sun Deck
- Daystar Deck
- Pool
- Rooftop BBQ
- Wheelhouse
- Lounge Area
- Conversation Pit
Upper Deck
- Reception
- Elevator
- Cruise Director
- The Salon
- Annie's Table
- The Gruners Bar & Dining
- Category P, Balcony Suites
- Category OS, Owner's Suites
Main Deck
- Elevator
- Bistro Saison
- The Owner's Cellar
- Category A, Balcony Suites
Lower Deck
- Crew Cabins
- Spa
- Fitness
- Elevator
- Category E, Twin Window Suites
- Category ET, Twin Window Suites
