You will discover Amsterdam and its famous UNESCO World Heritage Canals before diving into the heart of charming Dutch cities. In Germany, you will have the option to visit the Meyer Werft shipyard before exploring Bremen, the oldest maritime city in the country. Discover Hanover, Magdeburg, Potsdam or Copenhagen, cities that will make you appreciate the fascinating heritage of Germany. Discover cities with unique architecture such as Stralsund, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, but also spectacular coastlines with fine sandy beaches and limestone cliffs on the islands of Usedom and Rügen. Visit the remains of Chorin Abbey, the finest example of brick architecture in Northern Germany.
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail.
Meal: Dinner
We'll leave for an optional tour of Amsterdam. We'll return to the ship for lunch. This afternoon, join us for an optional excursion to Volendam and the Zaanse Schans.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
We'll spend the morning cruising to Groningen. Enjoy some free time to tour the youngest city in the Netherlands. We'll cruise to Papenburg.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
We'll cruise towards Papenburg. Join us for an optional tour of the Meyer Werft shipyard. During this time, the boat will be sailing towards Doerpen, where we will board it again for lunch. Our ship will leave for Oldenburg, reaching it during the night.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Enjoy some free time for a brief stroll around Oldenburg. Our ship will then depart for Bremen. Join us for an optional tour of the oldest maritime city in Germany. We'll return on board afterwards. Enjoy some free time this evening to explore the city on your own.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
We'll begin to cruise early in the morning for Nienburg. Upon arrival, you can ask to be transferred (optional) to the "red town": don't miss the magnificent Weser-Renaissance town hall. During this time, the boat will sail to Stolzenau. Once we board it again, we'll cruise to Minden.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
We'll begin to cruise early in the morning for Hanover. Join us for an optional tour of the city. The capital of Lower Saxony, Hanover is one of the main economic centers in Germany. During this time, the boat will sail to Anderten where we will board it at the end of the afternoon. We'll continue to cruise to Braunschweig. Tonight is our first gala dinner and evening.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Our ship will begin to cruise early in the morning for Magdeburg. Join us for an optional tour of Magdeburg, situated midway on the Elbe River and the historic Roman Roads. During this time, the ship will continue its course for Magdeburg where we will board it. Enjoy some free time this evening to explore the city on your own.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
We'll begin to cruise early in the morning for Brandenburg. We'll leave by coach for an optional excursion to Potsdam and the gardens of the Sanssouci Palace. During this time, the boat will continue its course for Potsdam where we'll board it again. Enjoy an evening of dancing.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Our ship will leave for Berlin Spandau. Enjoy some free time in Berlin.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Join us for an optional visit to the Charlottenburg Palace. Enjoy a free afternoon in Berlin. The evening is free to do as you please.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Enjoy breakfast on board and then a free day and lunch in Berlin. We'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.
Meal: Breakfast and Dinner
We'll reach Hennigsdorf. Join us for an optional guided tour of Berlin, a city boasting several prestigious museums, as well as an intense intellectual and artistic life. This afternoon will be spent cruising towards Eberswalde, reaching it in the evening.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
Join us for an optional excursion to the Cistercian Chorin Abbey, one of the finest gothic buildings in Brandenburg. We'll spend the afternoon cruising towards Szczecin. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
We'll set out for a optional guided tour of Szczecin, a port town soaked in tradition and history. This afternoon will be spent cruising towards Wolgast, reaching it in the evening.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
This morning, we'll set out for an optional excursion to the island of Usedom. In the afternoon, join us for an optional guided tour of Greifswald.
Tonight's our last gala dinner and evening.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
This morning, you're welcome to take part in our optional excursion to the island of Rügen, the biggest in Germany, famous for its historic beach resorts and its impressive steep chalky cliffs. In the afternoon, join us for a optional guided tour of Stralsund. This Hanseatic town has been listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO since 2002 for its stunning architecture typical of northern Germany.
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and Dinner
After disembarking this morning, you'll be transferred by coach towards Rostock. We'll then board a ferry boat headed to Gedser (4-hour crossing). Enjoy lunch on your own today. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred by coach towards Copenhagen where you'll settle into your 4-star hotel.
Meal: Breakfast
We'll set out on a panoramic tour of Copenhagen. This tour will take you past the most beautiful monuments of the city all the way to the seafront from where you'll get to catch a glimpse of the statue of the Little Mermaid. Enjoy lunch on your own today. End of our services.
Meal: Breakfast
Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day (except lunch on Day 12, Day 18 and Day 19) - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - accommodation in double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom - transfer by coach from Stralsund to Rostock and from Gedser to Copenhagen - sea crossing from Rostock to Gedser aboard a ferry - accommodation at a 4-star hotel with breakfast in Copenhagen - guided panoramic tour of Copenhagen - onboard entertainment - assistance from our onboard multilingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinners - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.
Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency) - lunch on D12, D18 and D19- transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.
*Price based on double occupancy.
Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20% (On request).
Ships available for this cruise - MS Victor Hugo.
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 on an exceptional cruise
Discover(1):
Volendam, famous fishing village
Bremen, the oldest maritime city in Germany
Hanover, capital of Lower Saxony
Magdeburg, Hanseatic town
Potsdam and the gardens of the Sanssoucis Palace
Berlin, emblematic capital
Chorin Abbey, a jewel of Cistercian architecture
The breathtaking landscapes of the islands of Usedom and Rügen
2 days in Copenhagen
Visit the capital of Denmark, a perfect blend of history and modernity
THE Sonia Jones 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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