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If you’re visiting Berlin for the first time, this guided shore excursion offers a clear and respectful way to see both the city’s top landmarks and the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial. You’ll be picked up right at your cruise ship in Warnemünde or Rostock and travel comfortably to Berlin, where a local guide will introduce you to key highlights across the city.
In the afternoon, you’ll continue to Sachsenhausen, located about an hour outside Berlin, for a brief visit and overview of the site. Because it lies along the return route to port, this schedule helps reduce total travel time—though this tour includes more time on the bus than our standard Berlin-only option.
Each tour is carefully timed to your ship’s docking schedule, and we always return with time to spare. With nearly a decade of experience, we make sure your day is informative, well-paced, and completely cruise-friendly.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Our tours start outside of the cruise ship terminal at the Warnemünde or Rostock cruise port. We know which dock all ships are arriving at and we will meet you at the right dock for your ship
Itinerary
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Warnemünde Cruise Center (Pass by)
Port Pickup and Transfer to Berlin Your day begins right at your cruise ship, where a friendly team member will be waiting as soon as you dock. You'll board a modern, air-conditioned coach for a comfortable ride through the peaceful flatlands of former East Germany. The journey to Berlin takes about three hours, giving you time to relax and enjoy the scenery. Your guide will meet you upon arrival in the city.
Admission ticket free -
1Charlottenburg Palace
Charlottenburg Palace Your first photo stop in Berlin is the beautiful Charlottenburg Palace. You’ll have time to walk through its grand front courtyards and hear how it was built by King Frederick I for his wife, Sophie-Charlotte. Your guide will share background on this elegant Baroque landmark and help you capture some great photos.
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
(Pass by)
Tiergarten Drive Next, enjoy a scenic drive through Tiergarten, Berlin’s large central park. This peaceful green space is home to important buildings and embassies, offering a calm and beautiful contrast to the city’s busier areas.
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Victory Column As you circle the Victory Column, keep your camera ready. Your guide will explain the story behind this golden-winged statue of Victoria, built to honor Prussia’s military victories in the 19th century. It’s one of Berlin’s most eye-catching monuments.
Admission ticket free -
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Reichstag Building At the German Parliament building, you’ll step off the bus to continue your tour on foot. The Reichstag was badly damaged in a fire during Hitler’s rise to power and now stands as a symbol of modern German democracy. Your guide will give context to this powerful building and its recent history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Brandenburg Gate
Brandenburg Gate Walk through the famous Brandenburg Gate, one of the most important landmarks in all of Germany. Once part of the Berlin Wall, it now represents peace and unity. Your guide will share stories from its long and dramatic past.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Holocaust Memorial From Pariser Platz, you’ll visit the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. Walking through the field of concrete blocks is a quiet and powerful moment. Your guide will give you space for reflection while helping you understand the purpose and meaning behind the design.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Topography of Terror
Berlin Wall & Gestapo HQ Back on the bus, you’ll pass the former SS and Gestapo headquarters. Then, stop to see the Berlin Wall, a powerful reminder of the Cold War. Your guide will explain how Berlin was once divided and what daily life was like for people on both sides.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Checkpoint Charlie
Checkpoint Charlie & Lunch Break Your next stop is Checkpoint Charlie, the most well-known crossing point between East and West Berlin. Your guide will share stories from this historic spot before you take a 30–45 minute lunch break. You’ll have time to enjoy a meal, use the restroom, and browse nearby souvenir shops
45 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Museum Island Drive-by & Transfer to Sachsenhausen After lunch, enjoy a drive past Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with historic buildings. Then, you’ll head to Sachsenhausen, about an hour outside the city. Your guide will explain what to expect at the memorial site during the ride.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Sachsenhausen Memorial & Museum
Sachsenhausen Memorial Site When you arrive at Sachsenhausen, your guide will lead a 60–75 minute overview of the concentration camp memorial. This stop can be emotional and thoughtprovoking, but your guide is there to support you and answer any questions. Return to Port After the visit, you’ll say goodbye to your guide and settle in for the return ride to port. This tour is carefully timed to match your ship’s schedule, and you'll arrive back with plenty of time before departure. Our team has safely returned thousands of cruise guests to their ships, and your comfort and peace of mind are always our top priorities.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This is not an in-depth guided tour of the camp, which can take over two hours but rather a chance to visit a camp as part of your Berlin experience. If you would like a more comprehensive tour of the camp please inquire into our private tours and we can customize an itinerary for you.
- This tour does not include a full stop for a sit-down lunch.
- This tour will include some walking. Please make sure to bring comfortable footwear, weather appropriate clothing and an umbrella – just in case. You will be able to store your possessions on the bus – the door of the bus will be locked at all times when the driver is not on board.
- Please bring some change in EUR for toilet stops, beverages and for lunch. If you do not have any EUR with you, please ask your tour guide in Berlin to arrange for a stop at an ATM – it’s no problem! US dollars are not accepted as legal tender in Germany. Please also note that many restaurants and stores in Berlin only accept cash, not credit cards.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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