Tours and Trips in Germany

Discover Berlin as the frontier of the Cold War on this guided, 4-hour historical walking tour. After World War II, Berlin changed from the capital city of Nazi Germany into the pivotal city in a struggle to control war-torn Europe. Retrace the trail of the "death strip" and the Berlin Wall. Visit some of Berlin's most popular Cold War attractions, like the Berlin Wall Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate and much more. Learn about the history of Berlin, from its founding to this divided city of the Cold War.

If you are traveling on a cruise ship to the port of Rostock/Warnemünde and have only one day on shore, let us take you on a fascinating journey to Berlin, focusing on the city's Jewish Heritage and sights!  This semi-private shore excursion includes shared (bus) transportation from the cruise ship to Berlin and a private tour in Berlin with a personal driver, vehicle and tour guide. The tour is adjusted to each ship's docking times and starts promptly after your vessel's arrival, returning with plenty of time to spare before its departure. Our expert team has been organizing these tours for nearly a decade. We have never missed a cruise ship's departure and imparted our knowledge and enthusiasm for our unique and beautiful city to thousands of satisfied passengers!

Ride through Berlin and learn about its turbulent history on this 2-hour guided tour. Drive an East-German-made Trabant through the streets in a convoy and pass sites from the Cold War, including still-standing sections of Berlin Wall. Whether you take the wheel or not, you'll still receive your own souvenir Trabant driver's license to bring home.

Get to know the best of Berlin on this guided, 4.5-hour bike tour. Learn the history of the city, from its beginnings to its role as capital of the Nazi Third Reich, to the divided city of the Cold War, to the modern-day capital of a unified Germany. This tour includes a trip to the Berlin Wall Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate and more. Ride along the Spree River, through Tiergarten Park and stop at a beer garden for lunch (own expense). Use of a bike and helmet is included.

Experience what life was like "˜behind the Iron Curtain' during this 3-hour guided walking tour of East Berlin's onetime Soviet sector. Join a group of no more than nine guests as you get a first-hand look at life in Communist East Germany, learning about the regime's notorious Stasi secret police, daring escape attempts, and exploring sites like embassies of the major Cold War powers, plus much more.

Explore Berlin by Segway and spin to top attractions in style on this 2-hour small-group tour. Hop onto your Segway and "” following a little practise "” head into bustling Berlin with a guide. Explore iconic squares such as Pariser Platz and Potsdamer Platz, and take in famous landmarks including Brandenburg Gate, the Holocaust Memorial, the Reichstag Building and the Victory Column. Along the way, gain insight into Berlin's rich history and find out what makes the city tick.

Pick up a Berlin Sightseeing Pass for your visit to Germany's capital and get free entry to more than 50 of the city's top attractions. Choose a 2-day or 3-day Berlin city pass to get into places like the Checkpoint Charlie Museum, the Berliner Dom and Museum Island "“ one of the places on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites. With the pass, you also get to see the city on a hop-on hop-off tour, a cruise on the Spree River (during summer only) and free use of public transportation in Berlin.

Take full advantage of your limited time on dry land with a 12-hour shore excursion to Berlin and the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial. Prompt round-trip shared transfer from the port, will put your mind at ease and allow you to focus solely on your sightseeing adventure. Choose which attractions you want to see or simply enjoy a predetermined itinerary. Either way, you reach each location comfortably and efficiently by private vehicle.

Take a deep dive into some of the most famous places and moments of the Cold War during this laid-back 4-hour bike excursion in East Berlin. Cycle at a relaxed pace to a number of sites located alongside or near the iconic Berlin Wall, including the Soviet Memorial at Treptower Park, Checkpoint Charlie, the Brandenburg Gate and Potsdamer Platz. You'll also hear insightful stories about Cold War Berlin from your guide, featuring tales of espionage, communism, daring escapes and a famous airlift.  This Cold War-themed Berlin bike tour also includes a beach cruiser bike and helmet.

Cruise down the Spree River in Berlin on this 1-hour boat tour while getting a different perspective on the city. Enjoy a slice of the cake of the day and a cup of hot chocolate or coffee, while getting a lovely views of the Reichstag, the main train station and the TV Tower, among many other sites. Enjoy the countless modern and historical attractions along the way.

Explore the sights and memorials of the Berlin Wall on this 2.5-hour walking tour. Start in the "Square of November 9, 1989" and learn about the 28-year history of the Cold War in Berlin and Germany from your guide. Visit key sights such as the Berlin Wall Park, Bernauer Strasse Memorial, and the Church of Reconciliation as you follow the old boundaries and the "˜death strip' of the former structure.

With limited time to discover Berlin, this tour checks off all the top sights while visiting some of the city's foodie hotspots. Learn more about Berlin's history as you visit the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, and Hitler's Bunker; admire landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and the TV Tower; and sample a variety of delicious foods along the way.

Discover Berlin's turbulent past on this private, guided, 4-hour historical walking tour. Enjoy personalized attention while visiting some of Berlin's most popular World War II and Cold War attractions, like the Berlin Wall Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie, Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag building, Hitler's bunker and much more. Customize the tour and learn about the history of Berlin, from its founding, to its role as capital of the Nazi Third Reich, to the divided city of the Cold War. A central Berlin hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Your local expert and driver will pick you up and let you enjoy Berlin in a private 4-hour tour with its history, art, architecture and flair! Book a private custom tour in a luxurious van for up to 7 people to get a tailored itinerary and experience all the major highlights of Berlin including pickup and drop off at your hotel. This is a premium service, all vehicles are equipped with air conditioning, WiFi and refreshments. The service will be carried in a Mercedes V-Class, Mercedes Benz Viano or equivalent.

When your cruise ship drops anchor in Germany, tick off the historic highlights of east and west Berlin on a 5.5-hour shore excursion from Rostock or Warnemünde port, ideal for travelers short on time. Following port pickup, take a whistle-stop tour of top west Berlin attractions including Tiergarten Park, Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor), the Berlin Wall, and the Holocaust Memorial. Then, tick off east Berlin gems including Postdamer Platz, Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom), and Museumsinsel. Port drop-off is also included.

If all that walking around the bustling city of Berlin has your feet asking for a break, this 1-hour cruise on the Spree River is the perfect antidote. Relax on the comfortable boat as it passes some of the city's main landmarks and attractions, including the Reichstag, the TV Tower, Museum Island and much. Hear about the history of the city from the ongoing narrative and munch on cheese, salumi and olives and sip some wine while luxuriously letting Berlin pass by you.

Spend your shore time exploring Germany's capital on this full-day tour. Take a shared bus to Berlin and then enjoy a private tour of the city's landmarks such as the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, the Berlin Cathedral, Alexanderplatz, and more. Learn about the city's rich and vibrant history from your tour guide as you traverse this hip and alternative city by private vehicle.

Make the most of your limited time on dry land with a private full-day tour of Berlin. Shared round-trip transportation from the port eliminates any worry about being back in time for departure, which leaves you free to embrace your adventure. Meet your private guide in Berlin and enjoy a well-rounded, but leisurely paced, itinerary. Visit the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Cathedral, Checkpoint Charlie, and much more.

Delve deep into Germany's rich history on this 2-hour Berlin Wall and Cold War walking tour in Berlin. Follow a guide from the Palace of Tears (Tränenpalast) along the line where the infamous Berlin Wall once stood. Along the way, discover bridges leading nowhere and ghost stations fallen into disuse. Explore the new government district straddling the border between Eastern Germany and West Berlin, and admire famous landmarks including the Brandenburg Gate. Then, visit Potsdamer Platz and touch the small section of the Berlin Wall still standing.

Follow the route of the Berlin Wall on this 3-hour walking tour. With an expert historian guide leading the way, you'll explore Berlin's city center where the "˜Iron Curtain' once stood. See exhibits, street art, memorials and landmarks along the way, including the Nordbahnhof S-Bahn "˜ghost station,' and learn about the Wall's construction, expansion and collapse. Hear, too, about what life was like for those living in the free West vs. the Soviet-run East. This small-group tour is limited to just six participants, ensuring a more intimate experience.