Package Summary: 17 nights Cruise, Tour & Stay
Package Starts: 24 July 2025 - at Munich hotel
Cruise Starts: 02 August 2025 - from Venice, Italy
Cruise Ends: 09 August 2025 - into Venice, Italy
Package Ends: 10 August 2025 - at Venice hotel
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INCREDIBLE SAVINGS!
All prices per person twin share in AUD from* unless stated as single
Twin Interior (Cat 5) - was $10,865 - your special price from $9,995*pp
Twin Oceanview (Cat 4) - was $11,260 - your special price from $10,450*pp
Twin Oceanview (Cat 3) - was $11,530 - your special price from $10,740*pp
Twin Oceanview (Cat 2) - was $11,790 - your special price from $10,935*pp
Single prices on request & subject to limited availability*
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ALPINE ESCAPE & ADRIATIC TREASURES Cruise, Tour & Stay package includes:
- 9 night Alpine Escape small group tour (18 guests) from Munich to Venice including: 9 nights local style accommodation, 12 meals (9 breakfasts and 3 dinners), Driver/guide/tour leader and transport. (see below for day to day itinerary and highlights)
- 7 night Royal Clipper tall ship cruise from Venice roundtrip
- All shipboard main meals
- Prepaid ships gratuities of $77 AUD per person
- Port taxes
- BONUS FREE* 1 night accommodation in a 4-star hotel, Venice with breakfast
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Small Group Tour day to day itinerary:
Day 1 - Munich (Germany)
We’ll begin our adventure in the glorious city of Munich. After meeting our expert local Tour Leader and like-minded individuals at the hotel, we’ll settle in for a delectable three-course dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel Drei Löwen (or similar)
Meals - Dinner
Day 2 - Munich - Friedrichshafen - Meersburg - Lake Constance
This morning, our journey takes us to Friedrichshafen, a coastal city known for its importance in aviation history. Here, we’ll visit the Zeppelin Museum – the birthplace of Zeppelin, a large German airship used during WWI. Then, we’ll continue to the medieval city of Meersburg where we can relish some free time before a walking tour. Our local guide will lead us through quaint streets filled with colourful homes whilst sharing tales of its historic past. Our tour concludes at the magnificent Meersburg Castle, the oldest inhabited castle in Germany, where we’ll delight in breathtaking views over the town. Later, we'll traverse to Lake Constance, our picturesque home for the next two nights.
Accommodation: Hotel Constantia (or similar)
Meals Breakfast
Day 3 - Lake Constance
After breakfast, the glittering waters of Lake Constance await. We’ll embark on a boat tour of this resplendent area, making leisurely stops along the way. First: Mainau Island, also known as The Flower Island, with its lush blossoms, floral bouquets and fluttering butterflies. Here, we’ll explore a park filled with 150-year-old trees as well as the Baroque-style castle and church. Next, we’ll make our way to UNESCO World Heritage Site, Unteruhldingen. Lake dwellings from the Stone and Bronze Ages are dotted along the shore, lending us insight into the lives of those who inhabited this area between 4,000 and 850 BC. The evening is yours to enjoy a local dinner at your own pace.
Accommodation: Hotel Constantia (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 - Lake Constance - Liechtenstein - Innsbruck (Austria)
Our day begins with a short but sweet scenic stop at Lindau where we’ll take in breathtaking views of the colourful city. Then, we''ll continue to Liechtenstein, the fourth smallest country in all of Europe! Here, we’ll take a city train tour of the tiny capital: Vaduz. Venture through the idyllic old town and past rolling vineyards, stopping off at the historic Red House to soak up panoramic views of 12th century Vaduz Castle. The afternoon is then yours to explore at leisure – amble through Vaduz’s charming streets and have lunch before we travel to our next destination! Accommodation: Hotel Grauer Bär (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 - Innsbruck
Welcome to Innsbruck, the capital of the Alps. Our morning begins with a walking tour with a local guide. During our stroll, we’ll spot the impressive Triumphal Arch, illustrious Imperial Palace and brilliant Golden Roof whilst learning about the rise and fall of the Habsburg dynasty. After our minds are satiated with newfound knowledge, we’ll take the cable car to a scenic lookout. Our awe-inspiring view: Nordkette mountains, the Jewel of the Alps. Back on lower ground, the afternoon is yours to discover Innsbruck at your own pace.
Accommodation: Hotel Grauer Bär (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 - Innsbruck - Bruneck (Italy) - Cortina d'Ampezzo
We’ll head south towards Italy today, making a stop at Bruneck: an amalgamation of classic architecture within a vibrant atmosphere. Unearth its secrets at your leisure, taking in the colourful buildings, picturesque churches and local lifestyle. After finding delectable dishes to taste at lunchtime, we’ll make our way to Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy’s most exclusive ski resort. This chapter of our journey begins with a visit to the Observatory of Helmut Ullrich which will open our eyes to the galaxy above us during a guided sun observation. Tonight, we’ll share our favourite moments of the adventure so far over our included group dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel Medil (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 7 - Cortina d'Ampezzo - Marmolada - Cortina d'Ampezzo
The Queen of the Dolomites awaits. We’ll take a series of cable cars to the top of Marmolada where we’ll enjoy sweeping 360-degree views of ice-capped mountains, deep valleys and never-ending skies. Then, we’ll swap nature for history with a visit to the Museum of the Great War in Serauta, before returning to Cortina d’Ampezzo where the rest of the day is yours to unwind in this splendid setting.
Accommodation: Hotel Medil (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 - Cortina d'Ampezzo - Trento - Verona
Wave farewell to Cortina d’Ampezzo. The small town of Trento awaits. Here, we’ll embark on a walking tour with a local guide, discovering an array of churches, palaces and museums bathed in architectural beauty. Then, we’ll venture to Verona, our home for the next two nights. Accommodation: Best Western Plus Hotel Expo (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast
Day 9 - Verona
Today we’ll embrace fair Verona, the city famed for its setting to the unrequited love story between Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. After exploring its quaint streets, visiting the well-known balcony and Verona Arena on a guided tour, we’ll savour a tasting of notable wines alongside local cheeses and meats. Tonight, our farewell dinner awaits where we can clink glasses to an unforgettable journey.
Accommodation: Best Western Plus Hotel Expo (or similar)
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day 10 Verona – Venice
All good things must come to an end, including our mesmerising escape through three beautiful countries. After breakfast, we’ll travel to Venice – a city filled with glamour, gondolas and gelato – where we’ll say our goodbyes.
Meals: Breakfast
Special Conditions
*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best available cruise fare and tour fare at time of publication (30Dec24). Some cabins may have obstructed views. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Offer ends 31May25 or until sold out/withdrawn and is subject to availability at time of booking. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Not included: Travel insurance (highly recommended), airfares, hotels and transfers other than those listed, spending money, visas or passports (required) and any incidentals not mentioned in the inclusions. Tour is small group and has limited space. Shore excursions on cruise are additional and paid directly to cruise line.
Special Validity Dates
Special is valid from 30 December 2024 to 31 May 2025 or until sold out/withdrawn.
Pre-cruise Itinerary
Date
Activity
24 Jul 2025
Make own way to tour start point in Munich by 24 July, Check into hotel
24 Jul 2025
Tour: Munich (Germany) (D)
25 Jul 2025
Tour: Munich - Friedrichshafen - Meersburg - Lake Constance (B)
26 Jul 2025
Tour: Lake Constance (B)
27 Jul 2025
Tour: Lake Constance - Liechtenstein - Innsbruck (Austria) (B)
Tour: Verona - Venice (B), make own way to Venice port & embark ship
Cruise Itinerary
Date
Port
Arrive
Depart
2 Aug 2025
Venice, Italy
3 Aug 2025
Mali Losinj, Croatia
4 Aug 2025
Hvar, Croatia
5 Aug 2025
Dubrovnik, Croatia
6 Aug 2025
Kotor, Montenegro
7 Aug 2025
Vis Croatia
8 Aug 2025
Rovinj, Croatia
9 Aug 2025
Venice, Italy
Post-cruise Itinerary
Date
Activity
9 Aug 2025
Disembark ship, make own way to Venice hotel for 1 night stay
10 Aug 2025
Check out hotel, holiday ends
7 Night Cruise sailing from Venice roundtrip aboard Royal Clipper.
HIGHLIGHTS
• The Lady of the Rocks Church, Kotor Bay
• Explore Rovinj by bicycle
• Visit the Doge’s Palace in Venice
Venice, Italy
Venice is the heart and soul of romance. Cast your eye on the rounded domes of San Marco, take a deep breath at the Bridge of Sighs, gaze on the golden lions and the Renaissance glories of the Doge's Palace, listen for the ghosts of Verdi, Puccini and Caruso at La Fenice Opera House, gape at the classic Palladian proportions of the Church of San Giorgio Maggiore, glide in a gondola down the Grand Canal. And know that love is always in the air in Venice.
Hvar, Croatia
The heavenly scent of lavender perfumes the air in the fields and valleys around the island of Hvar. Idyllically located just off the Dalmatian Coast, the island and the little port named after it have been a favorite getaway ever since the time of the Romans, the Byzantines, the Venetians and even Austro-Hungarian royalty.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
It was George Bernard Shaw who said, “Those who seek paradise on earth should come to Dubrovnik.??? Indeed, Dubrovnik is a treasure by any measure made more precious by its miraculous restoration. Crowned by the Minceta Tower, the 10th century city walls are the proud symbol of Dubrovnik's colourful history.
Kotor, Montenegro
This stunning rock-walled chasm splitting the coastal mountains of Montenegro is the longest arm of the sea in southern Europe. Boka harbours one of the prettiest, unspoiled towns you'll ever see, the medieval city of Kotor. Founded by the Romans, fortified during the Byzantine era, then ruled by Venice for much of its history, Kotor has been naturally preserved by its isolation.
Rovinj, Croatia
Rovinj is a typical example of a Mediterranean town. The town is dominated by the Baroque three-nave church of St. Euphemia (Fuma). Close to the harbour are the clock tower, the Baroque Balbi's Arch and the former 17th century Town Hall. To the east lies the complex of the Franciscan monastery and to the south, Rovinj's oldest monument, the Romanesque heptagonal chapel of the Holy Trinity.
In 1902, the largest, fastest sailing ship the world had ever seen was launched. The legendary Preussen dominated the seas, only to be gone in a few short years. Neither before nor since had the world seen such a magnificent sailing ship. Until today…
Inspired by the tall ship Preussen, the Royal Clipper has the proud distinction of being the largest and only five-masted full-rigged sailing ship built since her predecessor was launched at the beginning of the last century. With her complement of 42 sails, Royal Clipper is a splendid sight to behold.
You might think she was an apparition from the grand age of sail, but Royal Clipper is as new as tomorrow, boasting state-of-the-art navigation systems and every comfort and luxury one could wish for. For connoisseurs of sail cruising, the 439 foot Royal Clipper offers the ultimate sea-going experience, balancing the grandeur, adventure and tradition of sailing with the superb service, amenities and accommodations of the finest modern yacht. Royal Clipper carries just 227 guests in luxurious style. A full 19,000 square feet of open deck and three swimming pools create a wonderfully spacious and expansive outdoor environment.
Find your secret hideaway on one of the hidden balconies on either side of the bow. Or climb the mast (with safety harness provided) to one of the passenger lookout crows-nests, thoughtfully furnished with a comfortable settee, where you’ll have the grandest view of all!
Royal Clipper’s interior spaces are just as dazzling. They include a three-deck atrium that funnels sunlight into the elegantly appointed, three-level dining room featuring open-seating dining, deliciously prepared cuisine and a no-tie dress code.
A convenient marina platform lowers from the stern for watersports. And the ultimate unique Royal Clipper experience, the one-of-a-kind Captain Nemo Lounge, is the site of our spa and health club with underwater glass portholes!
Ship Profile & Stats
Maiden voyage: 2000
Tonnage: 5,000 tonnes
Length: 439 feet
Beam: 54 feet
Draft: 19 feet
Ship registration: Luxembourg
Passenger capacity (dbl): 227
Passenger space:
Officer nationality: European
Ship Amenities
Individual Climate Control
Telephone
220 volt/European Outlet
Television
DVD Player
Private Safe
Hair Dryer
Ship Facilities
Piano Bar
Swimming Pools (3)
Observation Lounge
Tropical Bar
Library
Gym
Spa
Dining Room
Discover a new age of sail, where the traditions of the past are combined with the modern comforts and amenities of the present.
Perfect for cruising in casual elegance. Our itineraries range from the sun-kissed Mediterranean to the exotic Far East and the Caribbean.
On board you will enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, friendly crew, and international cuisine, all in pampered comfort. If you're a boating enthusiast, you can choose to lend a hand hoisting the sails, you can climb the mast, or you can just lay back and let the crew do all the work.
Now come aboard Star Clipper, Star Flyer or our new flagship the Royal Clipper, the largest fully rigged sailing ship in the world today. As thousands of feet of sail unfurl above you, you'll feel the elation of those mariners of long ago. This is Star Clippers and the adventure has just begun!
Owner's Suites have multiple porthole windows, two twin beds that convert to a queen, ample closet and storage space, private bathroom with whirlpool tub and shower, and a separate living room with desk, vanity, dining table, and sofa. All suites have their own thermostat controlled air-conditioning, mini bar, telephone, television with DVD player, private safe, hair dryer, bathrobes, and room service.
Please note, Owner's Suites do no have balconies.
Square Footage: 355 sq ft
Balcony Square Footage: No Balcony
Deluxe Suites have porthole windows and a door leading to your private veranda, two twin beds that convert to a queen, ample closet and storage space, private bathroom with whirlpool tub and shower, and a living area with desk, vanity, and sofa. All suites have their own thermostat controlled air-conditioning, mini bar, telephone, television with DVD player, private safe, hair dryer, bathrobes, and room service.
Square Footage: 204 sq ft
Balcony Square Footage: 91 sq ft
Deluxe Oceanview Staterooms have a full windowed door leading to a semi-private part of the main deck, a queen-sized bed, ample closet and storage space, private bathroom with whirlpool tub and shower, and a living area with desk, vanity, and sofa. All deluxe staterooms have their own thermostat controlled air-conditioning, mini bar, telephone, television with DVD player, private safe, hair dryer, bathrobes, and room service.
Square Footage: 204 sq ft
Oceanview Staterooms have porthole windows, two twin beds that convert to a queen, ample closet and storage space, private bathroom with shower, and a sitting area with desk, vanity, and seating. All staterooms have their own thermostat controlled air-conditioning, telephone, television with DVD player, private safe, hair dryer, and bathrobes.
Square Footage: 150 sq ft
Oceanview Staterooms have porthole windows, two twin beds that convert to a queen, ample closet and storage space, private bathroom with shower, and a sitting area with desk, vanity, and seating. All staterooms have their own thermostat controlled air-conditioning, telephone, television with DVD player, private safe, hair dryer, and bathrobes.
Square Footage: 150 sq ft
Oceanview Staterooms have porthole windows, two twin beds that convert to a queen, ample closet and storage space, private bathroom with shower, and a sitting area with desk, vanity, and seating. All staterooms have their own thermostat controlled air-conditioning, telephone, television with DVD player, private safe, hair dryer, and bathrobes.
Square Footage: 150 sq ft
Oceanview Staterooms have porthole windows, a queen-sized bed, ample closet and storage space, private bathroom with shower, and a sitting area with desk, vanity, and seating. All staterooms have their own thermostat controlled air-conditioning, telephone, television with DVD player, private safe, hair dryer, and bathrobes.
Square Footage: 118 sq ft
Interior Staterooms have a queen-sized bed, ample closet and storage space, private bathroom with shower, and a sitting area with desk, vanity, and seating. All staterooms have their own thermostat controlled air-conditioning, telephone, television with DVD player, private safe, hair dryer, and bathrobes.
Square Footage: 107 sq ft
From
AU $9,995*
per person
*All prices are per person twin share unless stated as solo, triple or quad share.
