Eastern Highlights of Germany
Programme
Day 1 Arrival Day
Welcome to Berlin! During the tour you visit the Eastern City center with buildings and monuments such as Brandenburg Gate, Gendarmenmarkt Square, Alexander Square, Nicolai Quarter, City Hall, TV Tower, Berlin Cathedral, Zeughaus, State Opera, Boulevard Unter den Linden, Reichstag and the Government Area. Visit as well Potsdamer Platz, the new center of Berlin with the Sony Center and don’t miss the Western city center with the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Europa-Center, Bauhaus Museum, New National Gallery the Siegessäule and Philharmonic Hall.
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Day 2 Potsdam
The old garrison and residence town of Potsdam, situated just a stone’s throw away from Berlin, has become famous for its splendid palaces and gardens. You will see Potsdam’s highlights, such as the Dutch Quarter and the Russian Colony Alexandrovka. Depending on everyone’s own favour, a guided visit of Sanssouci can be included in your trip to Potsdam.
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Day 3 Dresden
After breakfast, you will continue to Dresden. Dresden, the splendid baroque capitol of Saxony, is also called “Elbflorenz” – Florence on river Elbe – due to its great number of architectural masterpieces that are attracting international acclaim. Our city tour will introduce you to the new and the old part of Dresden. The historic city centre houses magnificent palatial buildings such as the Zwinger Palace, the Semper Opera and the Residential Palace with the world famous New Green Vault, Europe's greatest jewellery treasure-house with a wealth of masterpieces from the Renaissance and the Baroque. One of the numerous highlights of this tour is the famous Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche), recently restored to its full beauty.
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Day 4 Meissen
Today you will discover the medieval town of Meissen situated in the enchanting landscape of the Elbe Valley. During a 1,5h tour through the historical city centre you will experience the beauty of Meissen. You have the option to visit the famous Porcelain Manufactory - the oldest in Europe - with the museum and the demonstration workshop.
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Day 5 Weimar
Next stop – Weimar. Visit the city of Goethe and Schiller, Germany’s most famous poets. The wonderful ensemble of classical buildings in the city’s old town is part of UNESCO World Heritage. The 2h city tour will show you the highlights of the town.
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Day 6 Leipzig
It is time to get to know Leipzig today! For centuries, Leipzig has been an important influence in European commercial and intellectual life and its sights are all part of the Leipzig experience. Historical and lovingly restored shopping arcades are typical for the architecture in the city centre. During a 2h tour you will see the Gohlis palace, the stadium, the federal administration court and the famous Monument of the Battle of the Nations “Völkerschlacht-denkmal”. You will discover the Gewandhaus concert hall, the famous Leipzig Opera House, St Thomas's Church, the St Nicholas's Church and finally the Old Town Hall.
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Day 7 Berlin
Today you are back in Berlin. As it is impossible to see everything during the guided tour, you can now explore Berlin on your own. How about seeing more during a boat tour? Maybe you are also interested in the undergrounds of Berlin? There is so much to do!
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Day 8 Departure Day
After exploring the east of Germany for a week, it is time to say goodbye.
Included Services
- 7 nights accommodation in 3-4* hotels including breakfast
- Dinners in hotels or local restaurants (3 course excl beverages)
- Local guides according to programme
Hotel
Choose between a budget minded accommodation, standard, first class and luxury hotel alternatives. We organize your stay without losing track of your wishes and your budget.
Prices
- depend on your preferences like hotel category, program components, included meals etc.
- vary throughout the year (high / low season, event dates, fair periods)
- depend on group size
We gladly take care of your group and prepare a tailor-made offer for your specific group trip.
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Components
Enrich your stay by adding a few extras.
Here are a few suggestions:
- Sanssouci – Potsdam
The palace of Sanssouci in Potsdam turned into a favourite refuge of the great Prussian king Frederic.
- Meissen Porcelain Manufactory
Visit the oldest porcelain manufactory in Europe. The museum and the demonstration workshop will tell you everything about it.
- Boat tour in Berlin
Enjoy a boat trip on river Spree right at the heart of Berlin and discover this fascinating city from the water side!
We are happy to send you a more detailed list of components on request.