Don’t miss the opportunity to tour into Berlin, which has visibly flourished since the fall of the Wall in 1989. The Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Brandenburg Gate and “Checkpoint Charlie” are all here. In the Western sector, browse the lively Kurfurstendamm for snazzy clothing stores, delicate hand-painted porcelain and a snack of beer and bratwurst.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site: Medieval Lubeck & its Famous Marzipan
Departs: 9:00 am Approximately 8½ - 9 Hours
Adult $249; Child $149
Once known as the “Queen of the Hanseatic League”, the Free Imperial and Hanseatic City of Lübeck is steeped in history and tradition. The Old Town, located on an ovalshaped island, is one of Europe’s most impressive, intact examples of medieval Gothic architecture. Lübeck’s proud, old, patrician houses and redbrick churches are now included on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Depart the quayside in Warnemünde by coach and head for Lübeck. Once you arrive in the ancient town, you will set out on a historical walk through the city. Enjoy the medieval ambiance of the Altstadt (old city) with its well-known Holsten Gate—the landmark of the city and one of the few relics of the original fortress. Visit St. Marien Church—a fine example of the many redbrick churches along the Baltic Sea. You will pass by the Gothic Rathaus (City Hall), one of the oldest in Germany. During your walk you will take in all the redbrick Gothic architecture still dominates the old town today. Continue past one of the first old age homes in Germany, the Heiligen Geist Hospital, as well as Buddenbrooks House, home of the famous writers Heinrich and Thomas Mann, both born in Lübeck. Your guide will point out the Fuechtingshof—one of the most quaint and impressive of the city’s 82 Wohngänge (alleyways). Your sightseeing excursion will continue by boat, taking you around the island of the old town. Gain a different perspective of the city while sipping sparkling wine or enjoying a glass of German beer. Back on dry land, spend some time at leisure (time permitting) strolling through the old city with its many quaint shops. Finally, you will visit the Niederegger Café to sample coffee or tea and the world famous Lübecker Marzipan before returning to the ship at Warnemünde. Please note: The Heiligen Geist Hospital is closed on Mondays. Most shops will be closed on Sundays.
Berlin Highlights: Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp & the Holocaust Memorial
Departs: 7:00 am
Approximately 13 Hours
Adult $299; Child $159
After the war, Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp was behind the Iron Curtain in the sector of East Germany that was ruled by the Soviet Union, and Americans have not had the opportunity to visit it until very recently. About 6,000 Jews were forcibly brought here after Kristallnacht alone, and it was here that some of the first experiments in organized mass murder were made. The scale of the terror remembered here can be very disturbing; however, simply by visiting here you can help change the future—as Winston Churchill put it, “The further backward you can look, the further forward you are likely to see.” Your next stop will be at the Bebelplatz where, below ground level, lies the Empty Library—the city’s most original memorial to honor ostracized authors whose books were burned on this site by students and Nazis in 1933. Some of the other famous highlights that you will see are: remnants of the Berlin Wall; the Brandenburg Gate; and the Reichstag parliament building. You will also make a brief photo stop at the site of the former Checkpoint Charlie, the legendary border crossing where spies where crossed between the American and Soviet sectors during the Cold War. Drive through the Kurfürstendamm—Berlin’s version of the Champs Elysées, and pass the Gendarmenmarkt—the most harmonious square in Berlin, which constitutes an ensemble of the Theatre, the German Cathedral and the French Cathedral. You will pass the Neue Synagogue—Berlin’s most prominent Jewish landmark. Your guide will point out the Haeckesche Hoefe complex built by Jewish idealists in 1906-07, with its elegant ceramic façades. This area symbolizes Berlin’s new center, having miraculously survived two wars, and it houses an upmarket collection of shops, galleries, theatres, cabarets, cafés, restaurants and cinemas. You will also stop for an outside visit at the Holocaust Memorial that officially opened in 2005 and was designed by New Yorker Peter Eisenman. This foundation for the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is a central place for remembrance to the murdered victims and a place of warning. It is about Remembrance, Responsibility and Future. In his attempt to present a new idea of memory as distinct from nostalgia, Eisenman reflects, “We can only know the past today through a manifestation in the present.” Please note: The order of the tour will likely vary in order to accommodate time and traffic where necessary. This tour does not include an inside visit to the Holocaust Memorial Visitors Center—it includes a visit to the Memorial only.
Berlin Overview & Time on Your Own
Departs: 7:00 am
Approximately 13 Hours
Adult $259; Child $129
Don’t miss this opportunity to visit Berlin—one of Europe’s most fascinating destinations. This excursion includes a 2½ - 3 hour ride each way between Warnemünde and Berlin on a private, standard train. You will leave Warnemünde in the early morning. As you ride towards the exciting city of Berlin, enjoy the lush German countryside and a light breakfast snack. Your sightseeing tour will begin with an overview of the major highlights of Berlin. You will pass by remnants of the Berlin Wall, Alexanderplatz Square, Checkpoint Charlie and Red City Hall, Unter den Linden Boulevard and Gendarmenmarkt Square, Potsdam Square, Tiergarten Park, the Victory Column and Bellevue Palace, Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and Bebelplatz with the Empty Library memorial. After passing most of the attractions in Berlin, you will have the opportunity to spend approximately three hours on your own, having lunch at a venue of your choice and/or shopping, or returning to some of the sights for closer inspection. You will be given instructions of how, where and at what time to meet for the return journey to Warnemünde. This tour will give you an excellent overview of Germany’s capital. After your day of sightseeing in Berlin, the return train ride also offers a light snack and a soft drink. Please note: As most shops are closed on Sundays, guests can use spend their shopping time at the Berlin main train station. You must have euros to buy food, pay entrance fess, and purchase tickets for transportation back to the departure train stations.
Berlin by Riverboat & Train
Departs: 7:00 am
Approximately 13 Hours
Adult $394; Child $249
Some of the most famous highlights that you will see today are: remnants of the Berlin Wall, chilling proof of what was the city’s most notorious landmark for 28 years; the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church preserved as a ruin after World War II; the Brandenburg Gate which more than any other monument symbolizes the German and European unification and will always be known as the border between East and West Germany; the Reichstag parliament building, awakened after a long political “deep sleep” when the German government repositioned from Bonn. You will also make a brief photo stop at the site of the former Checkpoint Charlie, where today a young “Soviet soldier” will greet you on the legendary border crossing where spies crossed between the American and Soviet sectors during the Cold War. Pass by Berlin’s Protestant Cathedral, built between 1894 and 1905 in neo- Renaissance style. In central Berlin, you will board a private riverboat on the banks of the Spree River and follow one of Berlin’s most charming waterways alongside the parliament buildings and some of the city’s most important museums. From the riverboat, while enjoying some traditional coffee and German cake, watch for the Palace of the Republic, Museum Island, the Reichstag, Charité Hospital, the new Chancellery and the House of Cultures. After your cruise, you’ll stop for a pub lunch at a traditional German restaurant. Continue your tour by coach to the Reichstag parliament building for a champagne reception either on the garden terrace or within the Reichstag building itself. You will have breathtaking views of the Pariser Platz and the Brandenburg Gate, and you will also have the opportunity to wander around and inspect the famous glass cupola designed by British architect Sir Norman Foster. Drive through the Kurfürstendamm—Berlin’s version of the Champs Elysées, and past the impressive Charlottenburg Castle built in 1695—a “small” summer residence named for Sophie Charlotte, the wife of the first Prussian King, Friedrich I. Please note: The order of the tours will likely vary in order to accommodate time and traffic where necessary.
Berlin in a Nutshell: Pergamon Museum & Berlin Cathedral
Departs: 7:00 am
Approximately 13 Hours
Adult $349; Child $189
On arrival in Berlin, your first stop will be at Bebelplatz where, below ground level, lies the Empty Library—the city’s most original memorial to honor ostracized authors whose books were burned on this site by students and Nazis in 1933. Some of the other famous highlights that you will see are: remnants of the Berlin Wall; the Brandenburg Gate, which more than any other monument symbolizes the German and European unification and will always be known as the border between East and West Germany; and the Reichstag parliament building. Take advantage of a brief photo stop at the site of the former Checkpoint Charlie—the legendary border crossing where spies crossed between the American and Soviet sectors during the Cold War. Step inside the Berlin Cathedral with its neo-Baroque interior and massive dome. This enormous cathedral, built between 1894 and 1905, is a stunning example of the neo- Renaissance style of Berlin. During the Second World War, the building was hit by a firebomb which severely damaged most of the Cathedral, but it has now been restored in a simplified form, including the dismantling of the Hohenzollern mausoleum. Drive through the Kurfürstendamm—Berlin’s version of the Champs Elysées, and pass the impressive Charlottenburg Castle built in 1695. Pass the Gendarmenmarkt—the most harmonious square in Berlin—which constitutes an ensemble of the Theatre, the German Cathedral and the French Cathedral. Continue to the Pergamon Museum, showcasing a must-see collection of antiquities. The Pergamon Museum is one of the world’s major archeological museums and is a memorable inside visit. Return to Warnemünde after a truly fascinating day in Berlin. Please note: The order of the tour will likely vary in order to accommodate time and traffic where necessary.
Berlin's Top Ten
Departs: 7:00 am
Approximately 13 - 14 Hours
Adult $274; Child $149
Upon arrival in Berlin, you will stop for photos at the Berlin Wall’s East Side Gallery—a half-mile section of the wall near the center of Berlin. 106 paintings by artists from all over the world cover this memorial and make it the largest open-air gallery in the world. You can also snap some photos of Checkpoint Charlie, possibly the world’s best -known Allied Checkpoint for Allied military, foreigners and diplomats on foot or by car. After criss-crossing the Friederichstrasse for some souvenir shopping, you will head straight to Bebel Platz. It was here that, in 1933, the Nazis ordered the burning of books by National Socialist students. The works of hundreds of free authors, publishers, philosophers and scientists went up in flames. Here a symbolic underground library is left empty with the space for 20,000 books. Step off the coach for photos. You will also pass by Potsdamer Platz, formerly a no-man's land between East and West. The first gap in the Berlin Wall was made here in 1989. Today a pristine block of futuristic glass-and-steel skyscrapers includes the headquarters of Sony Europe and Europe’s first traffic light stood here in 1924. A few blocks away, close to the site where Hitler’s bunker was hidden, a somber memorial commemorates the Jews who perished in Europe during World War II. Stop at the Holocaust Memorial for photos before making your way over to the famous Brandenburg Gate that, more than anything else, symbolizes Berlin’s history. Close by you will see the Reichstag building, Germany’s seat of Parliament, sporting the world’s largest glass dome, designed by the famous architect, Sir Norman Foster. Those with a fondness for Prussian history will enjoy a brief stop for photos at Charlottenburg Palace—the oldest surviving Prussian palace. It reflects the splendor and grandeur of the Hohenzollern dynasty. A drive into the former western part of Berlin, will take you to along the Kurfuerstendamm (Ku-Damm), West Berlin’s most famous street. You will pass by the Kaiser Wilhelm Gedaechniskirche (also known as the hollow-tooth), which serves as a stark reminder of the damage done by the war. Close by you will pass the largest department store on the continent of Europe, KaDeWe. This shopping paradise is a legend and had its 100th birthday in 2007. A short drive will bring you to Berlin’s Hauptbahnhof (Main Train Station). The building has been dubbed an architectural and logistical wonder, with trains arriving and departing in all directions every 90 seconds. Spend time shopping at KaDeWe or at the station before returning to the quayside in Warnemünde. Please note: This excursion includes numerous photo stops where guests get on and off the coach; thus it is not recommended for guests confined to a wheelchair. The order of the stops may vary due to traffic congestion.
Chugging from Cathedral to Coast
Departs: 8:45 am
Approximately 4½ Hours
Adult $99; Child $49
Visit Bad Doberan, the former summer residence of the Dukes of Mecklenburg, packed with grand examples of Gothic red brick architecture. The town lies 10 miles to the west of Rostock. Bad Doberan’s Cathedral is distinguished by its rural setting, rare among medieval churches, towering above the surrounding meadows and trees unencumbered by narrow urban streets. Unlike most town churches, it lacks the scale for comparison that neighboring houses usually afford. Built between 1294 and 1368, this awesome Gothic church makes Bad Doberan a popular destination for visitors. Nearby Heiligendamm was Germany’s first Seebad (seaside resort). Your journey will continue to Heiligendamm on board the “Molli” narrow-gauge steam train, which has connected Heiligendamm with Bad Doberan since 1886 and is still in use today, “puffing” at approximately 22 miles per hour. During this trip, you will pass along Europe’s longest avenue of Linden trees, also referred to as the “green tunnel.” On arrival in Heiligendamm, treat yourself to a lovely walk along the beach promenade before you board your coach for a short drive to another old seaside resort, Kuehlungsborn. Stop for a refreshing cup of tea or coffee and cake at one of the coffee shops in this holiday atmosphere.
Explore Berlin & Potsdam by River Cruise & Coach
Departs: 7:00 am
Approximately 13 Hours
Adult $384; Child $229
Your first stop in Berlin will be at a remnant of the Berlin Wall and the famous former border crossing, Checkpoint Charlie. From here you will continue to the Brandenburg Gate, which, more than any other monument, symbolizes the German and European reunification. Close by, you will pass the Reichstag government building and the new Holocaust Memorial. Drive along the Kurfürstendamm, Berlin’s version of the Champs Elysées, and past the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. Pass the Gendarmenmarkt Square in Berlin, which separates the Theatre, the German Cathedral and the French Cathedral, before continuing to Potsdam, capital of the Brandenburg State, with a Baroque city center and numerous palaces. On arrival at Lake Wannsee, you will board a riverboat for an scenic journey past the Glienicke Bridge, where spies where swapped between the American and Soviet sectors during the Cold War. The first time this ever happened was in 1962, when the American pilot of an espionage U-2 and KGB spy Rudolf Ivanevich Abel were exchanged. Continue to the lovely Cecilienhof Palace for an outside visit. The palace was built in 1916 in the style of an English country house and was the site of the Allied Potsdamer Conference where the borders of Europe were redrawn after World War II. A historical conference was held here between Churchill, Truman and Stalin to arrange the future of defeated Germany. Today, most of the palace is a comfortable hotel. Continue to the magnificent centerpiece of the Potsdam park landscape—the Palace of Sanssouci—set above six vineyard terraces. Take a few minutes to view this castle from the outside before returning to the train station for your journey back to Warnemünde. Notes: The order of the tour will likely vary in order to accommodate time and traffic where necessary. Lunch will be at a local pub-style restaurant. Please note: The order of the tours wil likely vary in order to accommodate time and traffic where necessary. Lunch will be at a local pub-style restaurant.
Guestrow & the Largest Renaissance Chateau in Northern Germany
Departs: 8:15 am
Approximately 5 Hours
Adult $99; Child $49
The Guestrow Chateau is the largest Renaissance chateau in Northern Germany and the town is virtually synonymous with the name of Ernst Barlach (1870 -1938) who settled in the town in 1910 to produce the final forms for his sculptures. Depart by coach from Warnemünde and meander through the countryside of Mecklenburg to Guestrow (pronounced Goostrov), a 30-mile journey. In the Old Town, you will take a guided walk to the Guestrow Cathedral (a Gothic brick basilica and home to Barlach’s well-known sculpture The Hoverer), as well as the St. Marien Parish Church built in the early 14th century. You will also walk along the Market Square, fringed with Classical buildings and four medieval gabled houses between St. Marien Church and the Town Hall. The square is one of the finest in Mecklenburg—and here you will have some time at leisure to explore this quaint area. Your walk will also include an inside visit to the Guestrow Chateau, which is one of the few remaining Renaissance buildings in northern Germany. It was once home to many Dukes. Don’t miss the great reception hall with its stucco décor dating from 1620—certainly the most attractive part of the chateau. Return to the quayside in Warnemünde, sipping a glass of sparkling wine en route. Please note: Most shops will be closed on Sundays.
Jewels of Germany: A Hunting Lodge & the Amber Museum
Departs: 2:15 pm
Approximately 4 Hours
Adult $129; Child $59
Depart the quayside via a scenic route through the State of Mecklenburg- Vorpommern, heading for the Jagdschloss Gelbensande (the Hunting Lodge) that was once a getaway residence of the rulers of Mecklenburg. This charming palace was built in 1886 in the style of an English cottage, with the ground floor in yellow brick and the rest in half-timber. It served as a summer residence to Grand Duke Friederich Franz III and his wife Anastasia Mikhailovna. One of the social peak events that took place in this castle was the engagement of Crown Princess Cecille, daughter of the Grand Duke, to the Prussian Crown Prince Friedrich Wilhelm. Enjoy a short, guided tour of the palace before continuing through a unique landscape to Ribnitz-Damgarten for a visit to the German Amber Museum. The museum offers outstanding selection of beautiful jewelry, works of art and amber with stunning inclusions of plants and insects, captured in time gone by. Enjoy time on your own before peeking into a small workshop where you may be invited to have your own piece of amber processed. After this visit, you will have the opportunity to purchase some amber artifacts or unusual amber jewelry in the Amber Gallery, which is situated nearby. After an appropriate snack—goulash soup (beef) with bread—relax in the cozy lodge atmosphere while sipping some sparkling or red wine before you head back to the pier.
Late Riser: Panoramic Mecklenburg
Departs: 10:00 am
Approximately 2½ Hours
Adult $79; Child $39
Panoramic Mecklenburg is an orientation tour that covers the main attractions within the Warnemünde-Rostock area of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern County. A 30- minute drive brings you to Rostock, past the typical eastern bloc living quarters of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's biggest city. You will drive through Rostock's centre with its centuries old red brick architecture and Hanseatic ambience. Pass the old New Market with its beautiful City Hall, and St Mary's Church—a famous landmark. Continue past the ruins of the old city walls and a former STASI prison (State Security of former East Germany, commanded by the KGB), before continuing your panoramic journey into the countryside. You will pass by the Bad Doberan Cathedral, one of Northern Germany's mightiest medieval churches that towers above the rest of the village and nearby fields. From here, you will continue down Germany's longest avenue of Linden (lime) trees, through the countryside and past small villages before returning to the ship. Please note: This tour gives you a brief overview of Mecklenburg and does not include any inside visits. Photo stops are subject to time constraints. This tour is recommended for guests with walking difficulties/wheelchairs.
Life's A Journey: Enjoy the Ride - Bike Tour
Departs: 2:30 pm
Approximately 3 Hours
Price $99
Warnemünde has been a fisherman’s village since medieval days. It was established in 1323, and its quaint little streets are lined with reed-roofed houses. Today this tradition still lives on as many fishermen’s houses still line the narrow cobblestone streets, attracting mariners and visitors from all corners of the globe. Warnemünde derives its name from the “mouth of the Warnow River” and is only six miles from the Hanseatic city of Rostock. Saddle up and depart the ship in Warnemünde on a comfortable touring bicycle for a very easy but refreshing tour of Warnemünde and its surroundings. The majority of your journey will consist of a cycle along the coast and surroundings. Continue through the coastal forest, often referred to as a ghost forest due to the unusually shaped topography caused by the elements and by the glaciers of the last Ice Age. Cycle towards the ocean and stop for tea or coffee refreshments and a slice of traditional German cake at a perfect spot to relax. The last leg of the ride will take you back to the romantic fishing village of Warnemünde. Pass along the promenades and piers, returning to the quayside where your journey comes to an end, taking with you memorable impressions of one of Germany’s most popular holiday resorts. Please note: Guests must be able to bike 6 miles.
Overview of Mecklenburg by Coach, Steam Train and Horse and Carriage
Departs: 2:00 pm
Approximately 3½ Hours
Price $179
Depart by coach in the afternoon and transfer to Bad Doberan, which lies 15 kilometers to the west of Rostock and was formerly the summer residence of Mecklenburg Dukes. You will then board the tiny “Molli”, a narrow-gauge steam train that has been in operation since 1886 and is pulled by an old fashioned locomotive. Depart on this train from the historic train station and enjoy an approx. 15-20 minutes journey which will take you through the scenic landscape of Mecklenburg and the longest Linden alley, a 2 -mile long strip lined with lovely century - old Linden trees. “Puffing” at an approximate speed of 35 km/h, your journey will end in Heiligendamm, where you will be “welcomed” by your horse drawn carriage for a scenic “transfer ride” to your “High Tea” venue via a scenic route through the oldest Seaside Resort, Heiligendamm and its countryside. This added flair will take you on an elegant and traditional ride which in these days of hectic schedules and frantic paces is refreshing as you step back in time—it will be of a vision of days gone by and will leave you with an unforgettable memory. After an approximate 45 minutes ride, you will arrive at the “White Town by the Sea”, the Grand Kempinski Hotel in Heiligendamm, which, in March 2004, won the “Property Oscar” at the most significant Property Trade Show in France and was voted as the most beautiful hotel in the world next to Grand Hyatt in Tokyo and Le Grand Hotel International in Paris. Please note:
Rostock by Road, River & Rail
Departs: 8:30 am, 2:15 pm
Approximately 4 Hours
Adult $119; Child $54
Depart the quayside by coach and transfer to Rostock, the lively harbor city with a rich heritage dating back nearly 800 years. Step back in time and walk through Mecklenburg- Vorpommern's largest city. The buildings in this old Hanseatic city pay tribute to diverse architectural eras, and of special interest is the medieval old town. You will also see the St. Petri Church and the University of Rostock, founded in 1419 in Italian Renaissance style. Explore the quaint shopping streets that have flourished since the re-unification of Germany in 1990. Finally, you will walk down to the jetty and board a boat for a cruise along the Warnow River, transferring you back to Warnemünde. During your approximately one-hour cruise, you will savor some typical and traditional Mecklenburger Haeppchen (seafood snacks), washed down with champagne or German beer.
Transfer to Berlin by Train
Departs: 7:00 am
Approximately 13 Hours
Price $179
Guests will travel on the same train as other guests traveling to Berlin and will be given maps and information on the train; however, upon arrival in the city, you will have approximately 5 - 6 hours to explore Berlin on your own. Return to the railway station in the late afternoon to board your train back to Warnemünde. Please note: Transfer includes only roundtrip transportation by train from Warnemünde to a train station just outside Berlin, and a light snack served in each direction. Price does not include any entrance fees, transportation, lunch in Berlin, or guide services. It will be your responsibility to be at the return train station at the given departure time. Most shops will be closed on Sundays.
Visit Warnemunde & a Local Farmer by Horse & Carriage
Departs: 2:15 pm
Approximately 3 - 3½ Hours
Price $179
This tour is designed simply as an overview of Warnemünde and Mecklenburg countryside. It is not a city tour and is therefore ideal for guests seeking a brief impression of the port, Warnemünde and its surroundings. You will be collected from the pier by horse-drawn carriage and taken through the enchanting countryside of Warnemünde—a region packed with a thousand years of history. Sit back and simply enjoy your "ride" through Mecklenburg's countryside as your local escort chats about life in this region. Meandering through the countryside and through small villages, you will see centuryold homes, thatched-roof farm buildings, ancient barns and restored houses. After approximately 1 to 1 ½ hours in the horse carriage, you will find yourself at a local agricultural and horse farm boasting one of the last remaining original farm houses in the area. Return to the ship by coach via the typical eastern bloc living quarters of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern with an orientation drive through Warnemünde.
Warnemunde Private Touring - Extended Full Day (Car)
Departs: 7:30 am
Approximately 13 hours - Price is per vehicle, not per person.
See additional NOTES below. Price $1999
This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private car, and the personalized attention of an English-speaking driver/guide accompanying you from Warnemunde to Hamburg or Berlin, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters. You will meet your vehicle and driver at the pier in Warnemunde. Guests wishing to visit Berlin should expect travel time of approximately 2 - 2½ hours each way. On the return transfer to Warnemunde, you will be escorted by an English-speaking driver only. The Signature Collection is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests. Vehicles are NOT available on embarkation day. Please note: Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. Capacity: 2 guests Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.
Warnemunde Private Touring - Extended Full Day (Mini Bus)
Departs: 7:30 am
Approximately 13 hours - Price is per vehicle, not per person.
See additional NOTES below. Price $3999
This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private car, and the personalized attention of an English-speaking driver accompanying you from Warnemunde to Hamburg or Berlin, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters. You will meet your vehicle and driver at the pier in Warnemunde. Guests wishing to visit Berlin should expect travel time of approximately 2 - 2½ hours each way. Your Multilingual guide will meet you in Hamburg or Berlin. On the return transfer to Warnemunde, you will be escorted by an English-speaking driver only. The Signature Collection is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests. Vehicles are NOT available on embarkation day. Please note: Private minibuses are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. Capacity: 20 guests Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.
Warnemunde Private Touring - Extended Full Day (Minivan)
Departs: 7:30 am
Approximately 13 hours - Price is per vehicle, not per person.
See additional NOTES below. Price $2799
This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private car, and the personalized attention of an English-speaking driver/guide accompanying you from Warnemunde to Hamburg or Berlin, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters. You will meet your vehicle and driver at the pier in Warnemunde. Guests wishing to visit Berlin should expect travel time of approximately 2 - 2½ hours each way. On the return transfer to Warnemunde, you will be escorted by an English-speaking driver only. The Signature Collection is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests. Vehicles are NOT available on embarkation day. Please note: Private minivans are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. Capacity: 5 guests Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.
Warnemunde Private Touring - Extended Full Day (Car)
Departs: 7:30 am
Approximately 13 hours - Price is per vehicle, not per person.
See additional NOTES below. Price $1799
This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private car, and the personalized attention of an English-speaking driver accompanying you from Warnemunde to Hamburg or Berlin, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters. You will meet your vehicle and driver at the pier in Warnemunde. Guests wishing to visit Berlin should expect travel time of approximately 2 - 2½ hours each way. Your guide will meet you in Hamburg or Berlin. On the return transfer to Warnemunde, you will be escorted by an English-speaking driver only. The Signature Collection is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests. Vehicles are NOT available on embarkation day. Please note: Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. Capacity: 2 guests Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.
Warnemunde Private Touring - Extended Full Day (Minivan)
Departs: 7:30 am
Approximately 13 hours - Price is per vehicle, not per person.
See additional NOTES below. Price $2499
This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private car, and the personalized attention of an English-speaking driver accompanying you from Warnemunde to Hamburg or Berlin, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters. You will meet your vehicle and driver at the pier in Warnemunde. Guests wishing to visit Berlin should expect travel time of approximately 2 - 2½ hours each way. Your guide will meet you in Hamburg or Berlin. On the return transfer to Warnemunde, you will be escorted by an English-speaking driver only. The Signature Collection is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests. Vehicles are NOT available on embarkation day. Please note: Private minivans are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. Capacity: 5 guests Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.
Warnemunde Private Touring - Full Day (Car)
Departs: 8:30 am
Approximately 9 hours - Price is per vehicle, not per person.
See additional NOTES below. Price $1699
Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters. You will meet your vehicle, driver, and guide at the pier in Warnemunde. This option is for local touring only and can not be used for travel to Hamburg or Berlin. The Signature Collection is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests. Vehicles are NOT available on embarkation day. Please note: Private cars are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. Capacity: 2 guests Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.
Warnemunde Private Touring - Full Day (Minivan)
Departs: 8:30 am
Approximately 9 hours – Price is per vehicle, not per person.
See Additional NOTES below. Price $1999
Explore at your own pace with a private vehicle, driver and English-speaking guide at your service. This exclusive tour is designed to allow you the chance to customize your time ashore and discover the most interesting sights in the comfort and privacy of your own vehicle. With your private vehicle, and the personalized attention of your driver and English-speaking guide, you will have the flexibility and independence to design your itinerary ashore according to your own interests, and take in the sights at your own pace. See the famous sights, or go beyond to create your own intimate connections and unique cultural encounters. You will meet your vehicle, driver, and guide at the pier in Warnemunde. This option is for local touring only and can not be used for travel to Hamburg or Berlin. The Signature Collection is recommended for the single/solo traveler, couples, family, friends, and special interest groups traveling together. It can also be an excellent choice for physically challenged guests. Vehicles are NOT available on embarkation day. Please note: Private minivans are ordered per vehicle (not per person), so only one person in the party need to order the vehicle. The price shown is the total cost for the vehicle, driver, and English-speaking guide. Entrance fees for attractions are not included. In many destinations, the number of vehicles available is extremely limited, so guests are encouraged to secure their private vehicle reservation as early as possible. Capacity: 5 guests Your private party may be of any size up to the maximum capacity.
Wismar: A Baltic Beauty & UNESCO World Heritage Site
Departs: 2:30 pm
Approximately 5 Hours
Adult $99; Child $59 Wismar’s history began in the distant past, in the times of Wendish tribes. Situated near the legendary Via Regia, a Roman Road and the former east-west trading route, Wismar has been a well-known trading destination for hundreds of years. It was founded in 1229 and was among the first cities established in Mecklenburg. Merchants, guild-members, barrel makers, picklers, sailors, fishermen, traders and builders were drawn in to create a flourishing commercial center humming with friendly hustle and bustle. As a consequence of the thriving trade, pirates too were present. It is rumored that Klaus Stoertebecker, a legend in his own time and a well-known freebooter, was born Wismar and lived here from 1370 to 1386. Depart Warnemünde by coach and transfer directly to Wismar, where you will arrive after approximately a onehour drive. During a short, guided walk, you will catch a brief glance of this quaint Hanseatic city. Pass along cobbled streets with Gothic houses, Baroque buildings and Renaissance façades. The Classical Rathaus (Town Hall), the Water Tower, the historic drainage system, and merchants’ houses from the Middle Ages are just some of the fascinating buildings this town has to offer, and you’ve come to the right place for good beer. In the Hanseatic period, the citizens of Wismar drank Mumme, a strong dark beer. Of course, good beer is still available in the Wismar of today and you will have the opportunity to try it for yourself. Enjoy a beer tasting and a traditional German snack within the nostalgic atmosphere of the Brauerei am Lohberg—a brewery and pub that started in the Middle Ages—where you will also have the chance to sample the medieval Mumme beer. Though it is not as strong as it used to be, it is still very tasty. Return to Warnemünde by coach after having experienced this lovely city and the centuries-old tradition of beer brewing in Wismar. Please note: Most shops will be closed on Sundays.
