Baltic Excursions with Celebrity

[nagingmom]

We will be traveling on the Celebrity Silhouette out of Amsterdam on July 3. We were wondering if anyone has any detailed information regarding the Celebrity excursions in Berlin. We are looking for a detail description of the excursion regarding what you stop and get off to see, how much time, and what are the drive past and view from the bus. The Celebrity site doesn't give any detail. Thanks to those who can help with this.

[mskaufman]

Maybe someone on the Celebrity board has an answer.

[TLCOhio]

We will be traveling on the Celebrity Silhouette out of Amsterdam on July 3. We were wondering if anyone has any detailed information regarding the Celebrity excursions in Berlin. We are looking for a detail description of the excursion regarding what you stop and get off to see, how much time, and what are the drive past and view from the bus. The Celebrity site doesn't give any detail. Thanks to those who can help with this.

 

Here is some more that I dug out of the Celebrity website. Not sure how deep and detailed you wanted/needed. Does this help some?

 

A times, the X-website can be a little "challenging" for being user-friendly. It takes twists and turns to reach the better info. Some of these tours on their website also have some comments from past users, etc. The big question is about the six hours, total, in one day, on a coach getting there and back. Here are the five options that show from their website:

 

Berlin - 20th Century Experience (by Coach) RK26

This tour takes you on a journey into the modern history of Berlin. See the remains of cold war days at the site of the Berlin Wall.

Activity Level: Moderate

Duration: 12 hours 30 minutes

ADULT: $239.75 USD

CHILD: $139.75 USD

This tour takes you on a journey into the modern history of Berlin. See the remains of cold war days at the site of the Berlin Wall. Learn how East and West lived side by side, and yet completely divided. Hear stories of the Berlin Airlift and visit the guard post at Checkpoint Charlie. Drive through the streets of Berlin to witness Brandenburg Gate, Charlottenburg Palace, and other landmarks of Germany's now thriving capital city.

• Get your camera ready for photo stops at major sights, including the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall, and Checkpoint Charlie.

• Learn more about the fascinating history of Berlin from 1945 1994 at the Allied Museum.

• Indulge in a scrumptious lunch at a deluxe hotel in central Berlin.

 

 

Berlin Discovery by Coach RK17

This tour is perfect if you'd like an introduction to Berlin with a professional guide while still having time to explore the city on your own.

Activity Level: Moderate

Duration: 12 hours 30 minutes

ADULT: $179.75 USD

CHILD: $135.75 USD

This tour is perfect if you'd like an introduction to Berlin with a professional guide while still having time to explore the city on your own. On the guided portion of your tour, you'll see many of the city's major landmarks and enjoy impressive photo stops. Then, visit the famous Gendarmenmarkt, Berlin's most magnificent square. Next, explore the treasures of this beautiful, vibrant city independently to experience the "Berliner way of life."

• Get the best of both worlds with a guided tour of Berlin and time to explore at your leisure.

• Enjoy photo stops at the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and the Berlin Wall.

• Spend approximately three (3) hours of free time exploring, dining, and shopping in Berlin.

 

 

Berlin from All Sides by Coach RK27

This shore excursion offers a taste of the culture, history, and cuisine of Germanys capital city.

Activity Level: Moderate

Duration: 12 hours 30 minutes

ADULT: $239.75 USD

CHILD: $139.75 USD

This shore excursion offers a wonderful taste of the culture, history, and cuisine of Germanys capital city.Begin with a drive through the countryside to Berlin. Follow the city streets along Tiergarten Park, past the Berlin Cathedral and other landmarks.Stop to stand before the onceformidable Berlin Wall and to visit spectacular Brandenburg Gate. Finally, sit down to an authentic German meal before setting out to shop and explore on your own.

• Enjoy a 30-minute scenic cruise on the River Spree and soak in spectacular views of Berlin's architecture.

• Savor the tastes of Germany and enjoy a traditional German lunch.

 

Berlin On Your Own by Coach RK28

This is the perfect option for the independent traveler.

Activity Level: Moderate

Duration: 12 hours 30 minutes

ADULT: $119.75 USD

CHILD: $92.75 USD

This is the perfect option for the independent traveler. Tour Berlin at your leisure and see the sights you've always wanted. Your ship will be docked at the port of the beautiful Hanseatic city of Rostock, where you'll start your three-hour scenic drive to Berlin. On your journey, an informative tour guide will give you sound advice on where to go and what to see. Once in Berlin, the city is all yours to explore as you wish.

• Explore the numerous landmarks, historic buildings, and scenic sights of Berlin on this self-guided tour.

• Enjoy breakfast snacks and coffee on your journey to Berlin.

 

Berlin's Jewish History and Story (by Coach) RK13

Jewish tradition endured one of the darkest times in history, and yet today remains deeply rooted in Berlin.

Activity Type: Culinary, Culture, Destination Hightlights

Activity Level: Moderate

Duration: 12 hours 30 minutes

ADULT: $239.75 USD

CHILD: $139.75 USD

Jewish tradition endured one of the darkest times in history, and yet today remains deeply rooted in Berlin. On this tour, you'll remember the past and look to the future. See the square where ****'s burned books. Pass the old Jewish quarter and visit the New Synagogue at the Centrum Judaicum. Then, experience the center of Jewish life in Berlin today and tour the astounding Jewish Museum built by architect, Daniel Libeskind. Opened in 2001, it has become one of the city's crowning achievements.

• Discover the undying strength and beauty of Jewish tradition in Berlin.

• Follow the horrific days of the Holocaust and see the places where the horrors began.

• Enjoy a 40-minute guided tour of the Jewish Museum and its many informative exhibits.

 

THANKS! Enjoy! Terry in Ohio

 

Enjoyed a 14-day, Jan. 20-Feb. 3, 2014, Sydney to Auckland adventure, getting a big sampling for the wonders of "down under” before and after this cruise. Go to:

http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1974139

for more info and many pictures of these amazing sights in this great part of the world. Now at 105,785 views for this posting.

Edited April 14, 2015 by TLCOhio

[mskaufman]

Thanks Terry,

 

At least the first two descriptions tell us what is a photo stop versus a drive-by. I was not able to find that on the Celebrity site.

[TLCOhio]

Thanks Terry, At least the first two descriptions tell us what is a photo stop versus a drive-by. I was not able to find that on the Celebrity site.

 

Yes, sadly, the Celebrity website (and those of some other lines) can be challenging for finding and navigating about excursion options, costs, timings, etc.

 

On another board, there was a question seeking exact timing/schedules. Very seldom do cruise line and/or tour companies give exact, highly-detailed time schedules. Why? There can be adjustments due to road closings, traffic, construction, etc. Adjustments to schedules are often needed in large cities and they want to stay somewhat flexible.

 

Clearly there are options to consider for whether you want a tour option that gives you more timing flexibility to do things on your own . . . versus . . . a tour where you are riding on their set of scheduled locations/stops. Some prefer more "explore the city on your own". Some do not like that flexibility. There are pro/con factors both ways. BUT, with Berlin, it is a long, long bus ride back to the ship so you want to make sure you do not miss your connections.

 

THANKS! Enjoy! Terry in Ohio

 

For details and visuals, etc., from our July 1-16, 2010, Norway Coast/Fjords/Arctic Circle cruise experience from Copenhagen on the Silver Cloud, check out this posting. This posting is now at 176,263 views.

http://www.boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=1227923