Berlin in a Day Shore Excursion from Warnemünde

Duration10h - 11h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesRussian, Portuguese, Chinese, Cantonese, English, Italian, French, Hebrew, Spanish

Group sizeUp to 35 travelers

Overview

Explore Berlin's rich history and iconic landmarks on this full-day shore excursion from Warnemunde or Rostock Port. Visit must-see sites such as the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall, and Checkpoint Charlie, all while guided by an expert who shares fascinating stories about the city's past. With a comfortable bus ride and ample time to enjoy the sights, this tour ensures you return to your cruise ship with time to spare.

- Comprehensive tour of Berlin’s highlights including Charlottenburg Palace and the Memorial to the Murdered Jews.
- Professional local English-speaking guide to enhance your understanding of the city’s history.
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off at your cruise ship port, ensuring a hassle-free experience.
- Total tour duration of 11 to 12 hours, with approximately 5 hours of guided exploration in Berlin.

Options

Oceania Marina

for Oceania Marina Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

Celebrity Eclipse

for Celebrity Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

Shared Transfer & Private Tour

Semi-Private Tour: Transport to and from Berlin is on shared coach with other passengers. In Berlin: 5 hours with private car, driver and guide.
Duration: 11 hours: This option lasts approximately 10–11 hours.

Regal Princess

for Regal Princess Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

Oceania Insignia

for Oceania Insignia Passenger: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

Fully Private Tour from Port

Tour guide joins in Berlin: The tour guide will join your private car úpon your arrival in Berlin for a 5-hour tour.
Private car for the day: This tour includes a private car for the entire tour starting with a pick up at the port.
Duration: 11 hours: This option lasts approximately 11 hours.

Carnival Miracle

for Carnival Miracle Guests: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

NCL Prima

for NCL Prima Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

Oceania Vista

for Oceania Vista Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

Nieuw Statendam

for Nieuw Statendam Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

Norwegian Sun

for Norwegian Sun Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

Shared ShorEx

Caribbean Princess

for Caribbean Princess Guests: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

MS Rotterdam

for MS Rotterdam Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

NCL Jewel

for NCL Jewel Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

Zuiderdam

for Zuiderdam Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

Fully Private Tour

Duration: 11 hours

Sky Princess

for Sky Princess Passengers: If your cruise itinerary or docking time changes, just inform us. We’ll adjust your tour to match the new schedule.

What's included

Opportunity to grab a snack or shop for souvenirs (available may vary with traffic and schedule)
Dedicated Customer Happiness Specialist available for feedback after your tour –reach out if desired
In-Depth 4–4.5 hours Guided Exploration of Berlin
Personalized contact options: let us know your preference — SMS, email, or WhatsApp
Comfortable, air-conditioned coach for shared transportation
Round-trip transfer from the Warnemünde cruise port
Guaranteed back-to-ship on schedule, every time
Cruise-friendly policy: full refund if port call is cancelled
Bathroom breaks provided during your journey and excursion

Attraction entrance fees not required during the shared tour
Please note: extended shopping and dining time is not part of the tour(private tour can be arranged)
Tips are optional — gratuities are not included, but feel free to tip guides or drivers on the day.
Food and drinks not included, but available for purchase during limited free time
Not a private tour unless the option is selected
Time for Seated Meal

What to expect

Warnemunde Cruise Port

You will be greeted in front of your cruise ship as soon as it docks and escorted to a modern, comfortable, air-conditioned bus. Your professional driver will then transfer you through the picturesque flatlands of former East Germany to Berlin. The journey takes approximately three hours.
Charlottenburg Palace
Pass by

Upon arriving in Berlin, your professional guide will join the tour. You will then enjoy a drive-by view of Charlottenburg Palace, Berlin’s largest and most magnificent royal residence.
Kurfurstendamm

As you drive through the former British Sector, you'll continue along Kurfürstendamm, Berlin’s answer to the Champs-Élysées. This iconic boulevard is known for its grand architecture, shops, and historical significance.
Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church

Next, you'll see the preserved ruins of a late 19th-century church, a powerful reminder of the destruction caused by U.S. and British bombing raids during WWII. This historic site stands as a striking symbol of both devastation and resilience.
Kaufhaus Des Westens

Next, you'll pass Kaufhaus des Westens, the largest department store in continental Europe. With over 100 years of history, this iconic shopping destination is a symbol of Berlin's elegance and commercial heritage.
Tiergarten

Next, you’ll be driven through the lush greenery of Berlin's vast central park, passing various embassies along Tiergartenstraße. You'll also see the Berlin Philharmonic and the Memorial for Victims of the National Socialist Euthanasia Program.
Victory Column

Be sure to have your camera ready to capture the sun glinting off the golden angel Victoria, the goddess of victory. As you circle this monumental statue, you'll witness Prussia's bold tribute to its triumphs in the Wars of Unification. It’s a striking symbol of the nation’s power and history.
Reichstag Building
10m · Admission ticket not included

Upon reaching the German parliament building, which was burned down after Hitler's rise to power and now stands as a bold symbol of modern German democracy, you'll exit the bus. The next portion of the tour will be on foot, allowing you to explore this historic site up close.
Memorial to the Sinti and Roma Victims of National Socialism
10m

As you walk from the Reichstag to the Brandenburg Gate via the Tiergarten, you'll take a moment to pay tribute to those persecuted as Gypsies under Nazism. This brief stop offers a chance to reflect on the tragic history and honor their memory.
Brandenburg Gate
15m

Next, you'll walk through the gateways of Berlin's most iconic monument, the Brandenburg Gate. Your guide will explain what makes this landmark the most important cultural monument in Germany. It's a powerful symbol of unity, resilience, and the city's complex history.
The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
15m

After leaving Pariser Platz, you'll take plenty of time to walk through the iconic field of concrete blocks at the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. This powerful site invites quiet reflection as you bear witness to the atrocities committed under National Socialism. It stands as one of Berlin’s most moving and important memorials.
Nikolaiviertel

Back on the bus, you'll drive past Nikolaiviertel, the oldest district in Berlin, known for its charming medieval architecture and cobbled streets. Located near Rathausstrasse, this historic area offers a glimpse into the city's early beginnings. It’s a striking contrast to the modern developments that surround it.
Berliner Fernsehturm

Next, you'll pass the Berliner Fernsehturm, the second tallest building in Europe, built in 1969 to showcase the power and modernity of the East German state. Standing at over 360 meters, this iconic TV tower remains one of Berlin’s most recognizable landmarks. It offers a striking visual contrast between the city’s socialist past and its vibrant, unified present.
Alexanderplatz

You will then head past the heart of pre-WWII Berlin, where you'll see the Old and New Town Halls as well as the historic Church of St. Mary. These landmarks reflect the city's rich architectural heritage and deep historical roots. It's a glimpse into Berlin's past before the devastation of war.
Museum Island
10m

Next, you'll stop to marvel at the stunning architecture and imperial splendor of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights include the Old Museum, the Berlin City Palace, the Berlin Cathedral, and several other historic landmarks. It's a breathtaking showcase of Berlin's cultural and architectural legacy.
Bebelplatz
Pass by

Time permitting, you'll head into the heart of one of Berlin’s most striking squares to visit the site of the Nazi book burning that occurred on May 10, 1933. This powerful memorial marks a dark chapter in history, where thousands of books were destroyed in an attempt to silence opposing voices.
Unter Den Linden

Back on the bus, you'll cruise down Berlin’s most important historical boulevard, often referred to as the city’s royal mile. This grand avenue is lined with significant landmarks that reflect Berlin’s imperial past and cultural heritage. It offers a scenic and informative journey through centuries of German history.
Gendarmenmarkt
Pass by

Next, you'll bathe in the architectural splendor of Berlin's most beautiful square. Admire the French and German Domes, the Concert House, and take some memorable photos.
Checkpoint Charlie
30m

Next, you'll have the chance to cross between East and West at the most famous border crossing point over the Berlin Wall, the frontline of the Cold War, where spies roamed and US and Soviet tanks faced off in 1961. Time permitting, you'll take a short break here, allowing you time to snap some photos and buy souvenirs.
Topography of Terror
20m

At your last stop, you will see the dark heart of Nazi Germany at the former headquarters of the SS and Gestapo, and come face-to-face with the Cold War's most brutal symbol: The Berlin Wall. Time will be taken here for a bathroom break before you board the bus for the last time.

Your guide will then accompany you back to Schloss Charlottenburg, marking the end of the Berlin portion of the tour, and you will be driven back to the port.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Tour starts right outside your cruise terminal. Exit your ship, walk through the terminal, then turn right and look for our team with VEXPERIO signs. We wait directly at your ship’s dock—no need to walk to parking. You’ll get an SMS one day before with your bus number, and final details.

End point

Tour starts right outside your cruise terminal. Exit your ship, walk through the terminal, then turn right and look for our team with VEXPERIO signs. We wait directly at your ship’s dock—no need to walk to parking. You’ll get an SMS one day before with your bus number, and final details.

Additional information

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour will include some walking. Please make sure to bring comfortable footwear, weather appropriate clothing, and an umbrella
You will be able to store your possessions on the bus
We aim for approximately 4–4.5 hours with the guide in Berlin. The total duration of this shore excursion is between 10-11 hours to ensure maximum flexibility.
Infant seats are not available.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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