From Berlin to Amsterdam (port-to-port cruise)

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River Cruise
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...
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS An enticing mixture of nature and culture
    • Travel along the Magdeburg Water Bridge, the world's longest accessible aqueduct
    • 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

What's this trip about?

    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.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityBerlin Spandau
End CityAmsterdam

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Amsterdam

Activities

  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the final day - onboard 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.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 BERLIN

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.

Day 2 BERLIN

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. 

Day 3 BERLIN - POTSDAM - WUSTERWITZ

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 Wusterwitz. 

Day 4 WUSTERWITZ - MAGDEBURG - WOLFSBURG

The 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. Its cathedral is one of the most important of Gothic-style edifices in Europe. Free time before joining the boat in Calvörde. Continuation of the navigation towards Wolfsburg.

Day 5 WOLFSBURG - HANOVER

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 Braunschweig, where we will board it at the end of the afternoon. The ship will leave for Hanover.

Day 6 HANOVER - MINDEN - NIENBURG

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. Return on board in Minden. Afternoon spent cruising towards Nienburg, which we will reach in the evening.

Day 7 NIENBURG - HOYA - BREMEN

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.

Day 8 BREMEN - OLDENBURG - Coastal Canal

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 on the Coastal Canal.

Day 9 Coastal Canal - GARKEUKEN

Join us for an optional tour of the Meyer Werft shipyard. Return on board in Bollinger. Afternoon spent cruising towards Garkeuken.

Day 10 GARKEUKEN - AMSTERDAM(2) or surroundings

We'll begin to cruise early in the morning, spending the day cruising to Amsterdam(2). Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.  

Day 11 AMSTERDAM(2) or surroundings

In the morning, join us for an optional tour of the city of Amsterdam. In the afternoon, we'll leave for an optional excursion to Volendam and the Zaanse Schans. Free evening in Amsterdam.

Day 12 AMSTERDAM(2) or surroundings

Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9 a.m. End of our services.

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Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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Logistics

What's excluded

    • 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.

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Requirements
Valid national identity card or passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.,
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