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.

[Knolmom]

I believe there is a telephone number posted on the Shorex website. It says to call this number if you require more information. I find redesigned Shore Excursions page to be very weak.. I wonder if anyone is purchasing Shorex from Celebrity in advance, as there is so little info about them online.

[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

 

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[alcpa1]

Nagingmom,

If you are docking at Warnemunde, like we did, you will have almost three hours on the bus each way But you can get an intro to Berlin.

If you have not joined the Roll Call for your sailing please do so. There may be some of your fellow passengers with space for you on a small group tour. The advantages are measurable. You will still have the same ride by bus but the small groups save time, and usually money. There are many recommended companies on the Ports of Call boards too, or use Trip Advisor for additional recommendations. Another option is Tours By Locals.

If you can check the rail systems for trains you can use this option and meet a guide in Berlin. The train station in Warnemunde is less than 10 minutes from the pier. There are frequent trains to Rostock where you can transfer to a Berlin bound train. The main train station in Berlin is centrally located and quite an architectural site worth checking out.

If you are going to be in Berlin on a Monday check to see if the museums of interest to you are open. Many are not.

[nagingmom]

Thanks everyone for your responses. I was looking to find out whether you view some of the sites or whether you do a stop and get to walk around. The Celebrity site doesn't really give you time frames or specifics, just generalizations. I was hoping someone might have a more detailed explanation of the excursions.

[smtcan]

When we were in the Baltic last year, we toured St. Petersburg with SPB tours and were very happy with their service. They, and most of the other private tour companies in St. P offer tours in other Baltic ports, including Berlin. We did not go to Berlin, because we had been before, but we talked to people who had used SPB there, and they reported that their tour was well run and interesting. They saw more than the cruise line tour passengers did. The price was higher for two people, but reduced sharply for larger groups.

[TLCOhio]

Thanks everyone for your responses. I was looking to find out whether you view some of the sites or whether you do a stop and get to walk around. The Celebrity site doesn't really give you time frames or specifics, just generalizations. I was hoping someone might have a more detailed explanation of the excursions.

 

If you look carefully at what I posted earlier, you can see that "photo stops" are listed and mean you will be outside of the bus. Versus just doing a "drive by" for certain sights. Very seldom do cruise line and/or tour companies give exact, highly-detailed time schedules. Why? There can be adjustments do to road closings, traffic, construction, etc. Adjustments to schedule 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.

 

THANKS! Enjoy! Terry in Ohio

 

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