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The Splendors of Berlin and the Treasures of the Elbe Valley: A 7-Day Cruise Through Germany

Main characteristics
Type of boat: river boat
Number of cabins: 47
Maximum capacity: 94 travelers
Crew members: 22

Cabins

Double Cabin - Cat A - King-size bed - Main Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with windows. Premium location cabins.
Double Cabin - Cat A - Main Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with windows. Premium location cabins.
Double Cabin - Cat A - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with high sliding windows. Premium location cabins.
Double Cabin - Queen Bed - Category B - Main Deck
Capacity: 2 Beds maximum
Cabins with windows. Cabins with an "intermediate" location.
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NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Berlin
Boarding at 6:00 p.m. Meet the crew and enjoy a welcome cocktail. Dinner on board.
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Berlin Zerben
In the morning, an included excursion: a visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum. An undeniable... see+ window into the past, the Checkpoint Charlie Museum traces the history of the two Berlins that were divided in 1961. A strategic border post between the two sides of the city, the museum uses numerous photographs, artifacts, and inventions to illustrate the ingenuity of Berlin’s men and women as they sought to cross the famous Checkpoint—and, more broadly, the Wall. A true remnant of a divided city, you’ll also find poignant testimonies there, offering a glimpse into the lives of Berliners forced to leave their loved ones and suddenly adapt to a new daily reality. In the afternoon, we’ll set sail for Zerben, which we’ll reach late in the evening.
Grand prize contest. Participants will answer various questions, and the winner will be entered into the grand prize drawing at the end of the cruise. 
Included activities: Visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum in Berlin, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Zerben Burg Calvorde Wolfsburg
In the morning, an included excursion: a guided tour of Magdeburg Cathedral and a gourmet break.... see+ Discover Germany’s first Gothic cathedral, dating from 1520, which features architecture that is both unique and characteristic of the iconic 13th-century Northern European style. Inside this magnificent building, you’ll see the statues of the five wise virgins and the five foolish virgins, as well as the tomb of Otto I, founder of the Holy Roman Empire. You’ll then walk through downtown Magdeburg—where you’ll see, among other sights, the Green Citadel and its colorful facade—for a culinary break at a local café. Return to the ship in Calvorde.
In the afternoon, enjoy an included tour of the Autostadt (the one-way trip from Calvorde to Volkswagen’s Autostadt takes 1 hour and 30 minutes), a Volkswagen facility dedicated to automotive design. Resolutely forward-looking, Autostadt serves as a true platform for communication and information between customers, the general public, and the Volkswagen Group. A completely unique theme park designed to offer a one-of-a-kind space for relaxation and recreation that emphasizes knowledge, science, art, and culture—all presented in a fun and accessible way for everyone. You’ll visit the Forum dedicated to road safety, the Automobile Museum, the Customer Center, and the Brands Pavilion, where you can try out some driving simulators. Return to the ship in Wolfsburg. Overnight stop.
Entertainment on board in the evening. 
Included activities: Guided tour of Magdeburg Cathedral and a culinary break, Tour of Volkswagen’s Autostadt, dedicated to automotive design, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Wolfsburg Brandenburg
A day of cruising on the “Mittellandkanal” (or Ems-Weser-Elbe Canal) and the Havel River. In... see+ the morning, join the “Berlin Secret” themed activity on board. In the afternoon, enjoy a tasting of traditional German specialties on the side of the boat. Arrive in the afternoon in Brandenburg an der Havel, situated on both banks of the Havel River. Explore this small medieval town at your own pace. Take the time to explore Brandenburg’s St. Peter and St. Paul Cathedral—the cradle of the Brandenburg March—and the old town hall at your own pace.
Karaoke night on board. 
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Brandenburg Potsdam
Morning cruise on the Havel River toward Potsdam.
Grand contest. Participants will answer various... see+ questions, and the winner will be entered into the grand raffle at the end of the cruise.
In the afternoon, an included excursion: a tour of Sanssouci Palace and its gardens. The tour will begin at Sanssouci Palace, an architectural gem and the former private residence of Frederick II, where every detail reflects the refinement of the “Frederician Rococo” style. Adorned with luxurious gilding, period furniture, and a renowned art collection, the palace offers visitors a true respite of elegance and refinement within a majestic setting that embodies the grandeur and creativity of historic Germany. You’ll then walk down the flower-lined paths and staircases from the grand terrace to reach the gardens of Sanssouci Palace. With its 500 hectares of parks and 150 structures built between 1730 and 1916, the complex of palaces and parks in Potsdam constitutes an exceptional artistic ensemble. Return to the ship.
“Schlager & Bavarian Flavors” Evening: Schlager music (German popular music with catchy tunes) and a traditional meal. 
Included activities: Tour of Sanssouci Palace and its gardens, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Potsdam Berlin
Morning cruise to Berlin.
Grand contest. Participants will answer various questions, and the winner... see+ will be entered into the grand raffle at the end of the cruise.
In the morning, optional excursion to Charlottenburg Palace. Discover the magic of the Rococo style at Charlottenburg Palace. This tour of the palace’s new wing offers an immersion into a unique royal heritage: it links the history of the Hohenzollern dynasty to Rococo elegance, for an experience that combines architectural grandeur and artistic finesse. As you explore, let yourself be enchanted by the sumptuous Golden Gallery, whose sparkling ornaments contrast with the walls in their opulent pastel shades. The palace also houses the most extensive collection of paintings by Antoine Watteau, including “The Sign of Gersaint,” a true icon of 18th-century art. Return to the ship.
Gala evening.
Grand prize contest. Grand prize contest drawing. 
Optional services: Visit to Charlottenburg Palace, see+
Accommodation: Night on board
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Berlin
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9am. End of our services.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Included

The price includes
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
French-speaking and English-speaking guides
Drinks included on board (excluding special cards)
Onboard entertainment
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinner and evening
Port taxes
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Refined French cuisine
The activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Transfer from the airport to the port
Transfer from the port to the airport
Possible fuel price increases
Drinks on special menus
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Routing
Personal expenses
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Filovent cancellation insurance see+
Filovent comprehensive insurance see+
Further information
Excursions must be added at least two weeks before the cruise departure date. Any changes made after the reservation has been confirmed will incur a €50 change fee per booking
Optional excursions are subject to availability and must be booked in advance before departure
Languages spoken on board: English and French
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

Activities

Visit to the Checkpoint Charlie Museum in Berlin
Included
Guided tour of Magdeburg Cathedral and a culinary break
Included
Tour of Volkswagen’s Autostadt, dedicated to automotive design
Included
Tour of Sanssouci Palace and its gardens
Included
Visit to Charlottenburg Palace
Departure by bus from Berlin Spandau with your guides. The tour will begin with a stroll through the castle gardens, followed by a self-guided tour of the new wing of Charlottenburg Palace at your own pace. You will be transported back to the era of the... see+ Prussian kings as you walk through the magnificent rooms of the palace... First, the White Hall, Frederick the Great's audience chamber and dining room, then the Grand Gallery, decorated with numerous allegorical figures in gilded bronze, where you can admire the intricate decorative details of these fabulous rooms. You will then be guided to the winter apartments and the sumptuous bedroom of Queen Louise, where you will see period furniture designed in part by Schinkel. You will also discover the library, but many other surprises await you in the other rooms of the palace. Finally, you will have to leave the romantic atmosphere of this palace to return by bus to the boat.NOTESThe castle opens at 10 a.m., which is why passengers visit the garden first. They can then visit the castle at their own pace with the audio guide.Bags must be left in the castle's cloakroom.Passengers visit part of the castle: the new wing or Knobbelsdorf wing.The order of visits may be changed.The times given are for information purposes only. 
Not included $103 / pers.

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  • Filovent partner since 2023
  • Last booking with this partner in July 2026
  • 409 bookings with this partner
  • Partner's overall rating: 9,0 / 10 (188 avis)
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