From Berlin to Amsterdam, explore the northern canals by cruising the Elbe and the Havel. You will discover the history of Berlin, before exploring Potsdam, Magdeburg or Bremen, cities that will make you appreciate the eclectic heritage of Germany. You will have the option to visit the Meyer Werft shipyard before diving into the heart of charming Dutch cities. Your cruise will end in Amsterdam, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage canals.
Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabin, enjoy a welcome cocktail with the crew before dinner. We'll remain in port overnight.
Meal: Dinner
Join us for an optional tour of the city of Berlin which was long divided, illustrating the division of the world into two blocks. We'll return to the ship for lunch. Enjoy a free afternoon in Berlin. Dinner will be served on board.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
We'll leave for the optional excursion to Charlottenburg Castle. Our ship will then depart for Potsdam, which we will reach at the beginning of the afternoon. When we arrive, we'll set off on an optional excursion to Potsdam and the gardens of Sanssouci Palace. We'll return back on board at the end of the afternoon and continue to cruise in the direction of Brandenburg.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
The ship will begin to cruise early in the morning for Burg. Join us for an optional tour of Magdeburg, situated midway on the Elbe River and the historic Roman Roads. Its cathedral is one of the most important of Gothic-style edifices in Europe. During this time, the boat will sail to Magdeburg, where we will board it at the end of the afternoon. Enjoy some free time this evening to explore the city on your own.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
We'll begin to cruise early this morning for Calvoerde. Join us for an optional visit to the Autostadt, a combination automotive theme park and museum with separate buildings for each VW brand. During this time, the boat will sail to Wolfsburg, where we will board it at the end of the afternoon. The ship will leave for Anderten.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Our ship will depart early for Hanover, arriving at the beginning of the morning. We'll then set off on an optional excursion to Hanover. The capital of Lower Saxony, Hanover is one of the main economic centers in Germany. During this time, the boat will continue its course for Minden. We'll board it again and continue to cruise to Nienburg. Our ship will cruise through the rest of the day.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Optional transfer for the free tour of the "Red Town” which has a magnificent town hall from the Weser Renaissance. During this time, the ship will continue its course for Hoya, where we will board it once again. We'll spend the afternoon cruising to Bremen.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Join us for an optional tour of Bremen (walking tour), the oldest maritime city in Germany and the second largest trading port in Germany after Hamburg. We'll then return on board and depart for Oldenburg. Enjoy a stroll in the city before we board our ship again and begin to cruise towards Dörpen which we will reach during the night.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
We'll begin to cruise early in the morning for Papenburg. Join us for an optional tour of the Meyer Werft shipyard. We'll return on board and leave for Groningen.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
We'll begin to cruise early in the morning, spending the day cruising to Amsterdam(2). Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
In the morning, join us for an optional tour of the city of Amsterdam. In the afternoon, free time.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Enjoy lunch and time on your own in Amsterdam(2) today. Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy a welcome cocktail with the crew before dinner. The evening is free to do as you please.
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
The morning is free to do as you please.
In the afternoon, join us on an optional excursion: excursion to Volendam and the Zaanse Schans.
We'll cruise to Nijmegen.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Join us for the optional excursion: Visit of the Dutch Open Air Museum of Arnhem.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
The morning will be spent cruising. This afternoon, join us for the optional excursion: Guided walking tour of Cologne.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Our ship will cruise during the morning. When we arrive in Rüdesheim, join us on the optional excursions proposed: Depart by tourist train and stop at a wine tasting cellar, followed by a visit to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments.
In the night, cruising towards Mannheim.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Our ship will cruise during the morning. Join us on an optional excursion: Visit of Heidelberg. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
Meal: Breakfast
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Your cruise from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the final day - on board drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - accommodation in double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom - entertainment - the assistance of our onboard host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala evening - repatriation insurance - all port fees.
Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - optional excursions (book and pay for on board or at your travel agency) - transfers - personal expenses.
*Price based on double occupancy.
Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20% (On request).
Several ships available for this cruise, MS Victor Hugo and MS Mona Lisa.
Accommodation available for Pre and Post Cruise on request.
No shore excursion on the non listed days (Rates available on request).
Valid national identity card or passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- An enticing mixture of nature and culture
- Discover(1):
- The Charlottenburg Palace
- Berlin, iconic capital
- Potsdam, and the gardens of the Sanssouci Palace
- Magdeburg, Hanseatic town
- Hanover, capital of Lower Saxony
- Bremen, the oldest maritime city in Germany
- Volendam, famous fishing village
THE Donna Phillips Travel DIFFERENCE
- All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
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