Baltic Isles, Berlin & Poland

October 2021

8 days from £1,349pp

Join our cruise on the calm waters of the Baltic coast and enjoy a mild climate and unique atmosphere.

Explore the historical centre of Stralsund
Visit the German island of Rügen, with it's white sandy beaches
Witness the natural beauty of Peenemünde
Sail the famous Szczecin Lagoon
Spend time in Szczecin and Eberswalde
End you trip with a full day in the German Capital of Berlin

By far the best way to see the stunning Baltic coastline is by cruise ship, visiting picturesque resorts and historic cities along the way. Take in the passing scenery as you cruise across the Szczecin lagoon; discover the natural beauty of Rügen and visit the Isle of Usedom – one of Germany’s most popular holiday resorts. You can also try a taste of urban life with a visit to the fascinating Polish town of Szczecin and an overnight stay in Berlin, Germany’s vibrant capital.

Day 1: (Rail) UK – Cologne
We travel by Eurostar to Brussels where we take a connecting train to Cologne. On arrival, we transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2: (Rail) Cologne – Stralsund (Air) Stralsund
After breakfast, we journey by train to Stralsund via Hanover. Our ship, the MS Princess is moored in Stralsund and the historical centre is a delight to explore, with imposing churches, gothic gabled houses, and the beautiful town hall with its distinctive facades. We spend a relaxing evening on board and those travelling by air join us this evening.
Day 3: Stralsund - Rügen
We leave Stralsund early this morning and begin cruising towards Lauterbach on the isle of Rügen.

On arrival why not join our optional tour of Rügen visiting Putbus, Binz and Prora. Binz is the largest seaside resort on the island, it is known for its sandy beaches and the Strandpromenade, an elegant seaside walkway. In Prora you will see the infamous Nazis resort ruins and visit Prora museum, which is a record of its complex of history.
Day 4: Rügen – Peenemünde - Wolgast
We leave Lauterbach this morning and sail to Peenemünde, a small village on the Isle of Usedom, one of Germany’s most popular holiday resorts due to its stunning natural beauty. Why not join our optional excursion to the Peenemünde museum, formally the largest armaments centre in Europe, where up to 12,000 people worked. We return to the ship and for lunch and then set sail for Wolgast on the banks of the river Peenestrom. On arrival we have free time to explore this historic town or join our optional walking tour.
Day 5: Szczecin Lagoon
Relax on deck and admire the passing scenery as we spend a full day cruising across the Szczecin Lagoon to Szczecin in Poland. Szczecin is a lively city and the capital of West Pomerania near the Baltic Sea and we are berthed here overnight.
Day 6: Szczecin – Eberswalde
This morning why not join our optional walking tour of Szczecin, a former German city which is set on both sides of the riverbanks. We return to the ship for lunch on board and continue sailing towards Eberswalde arriving later this evening.
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The morning is free to explore the city of Eberswalde which was founded in 1254. At the end of the Second World War, the old town was badly damaged, but some historic buildings and streets have been preserved. The Finow Canal flows through the centre of Eberswalde, the Oder-Havel Canal, which is more important today, runs north of the city. The boom crane, whose silhouette has become the city's landmark and whose platform offers a good view, is striking and visible from afar. In the city centre, the market square with the two town halls is worth seeing. The old town hall is a baroque town house from 1775, the new town hall was built at the beginning of the last century. This afternoon, we set sail for Berlin where we arrive later this evening.
Day 8: Berlin
After breakfast on board, why not join our optional sight-seeing tour of Berlin, accompanied by a local guide. Berlin has undergone enormous change in the last decade and blossomed into a vibrant yet relaxed capital city, with so much to enjoy. You’ll pass by some of the top attractions, such as the impressive Reichstag building, home to the German parliament; the famous Brandenburg Gate, Germany’s iconic symbol; the remains of the Berlin Wall and Potsdamer Platz, one of the busiest squares in Europe. It is a wonderful opportunity to see the highlights of Berlin and hear about the rich history and culture of the area. Back at the ship, we enjoy our final night on board.
Day 9: (Air) Berlin – UK (Rail) Berlin - Cologne
This morning, it’s time to bid farewell to our Captain and crew. Those travelling by air will be transferred to Berlin airport for the return flight to the UK. Those travelling by rail will take the train from Berlin to Cologne where you will spend the evening.
Day 10: (Rail) Cologne – UK
After breakfast, we take the train from Cologne to Brussels and connect with the Eurostar back to London St Pancras International.

Berlin City Tour

Berlin is a fascinating city which has undergone enormous change in the last 100 years. Despite being the capital and largest city in Germany, our excursion makes it easy for first time visitors to get acquainted with the main attractions such as Potsdamer Platz, one of the busiest squares in Europe; Brandenburg Gate, Germany’s iconic symbol; Checkpoint Charlie, the most famous part of the Berlin Wall; and Reichstag, home to the German parliament.

Price: £35 per person

Peenemunde Museum

We take a tour of the Peenemunde Museum, which formed the largest armaments centre in Europe. Over 12,000 people worked here on guided weapons, cruise missiles and the first ever large scale rockets all to be used in the Second World War. Today the museum is open to the public and shows the history of the creation and use of these weapons.

Price: £21 per person

Rugen Island Tour

This scenic excursion takes you on a tour of the Island of Rügen, where you can enjoy a beautiful landscape with incredible views. It is the smallest national park in Germany, covering 3,000 hectares, with some parts inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The landscape is dominated by chalk cliffs, the largest in Germany which rise 161m above the Baltic Sea and are nicknamed the ‘king’s chair’.

Price: £29 per person

Szczecin City Tour

Join our optional walking tour of Szczecin, a former German city which is set on both sides of the riverbanks.

Price: £25 per person

Wolgast City Walk

Wolgast is situated on the banks of the river Peenestrom. We have a tour around the old town taking in the sights including the old town hall, set in a square with a fountain and cafes. The town has a museum full of the town’s history and the former painter Philipp Otto Runge old house is now a museum.

Price: £16 per person

Listed below are our flexible travel options that give you the choice of different ways to travel to your cruise.

Eurostar from St Pancras

Make your own way to London St Pancras where we will board the Eurostar for our fast and efficient journey to mainland Europe.

Fly from London Heathrow

Return flights from London Heathrow with transfers to and from the ship are included in our package on our specific arrival and departure dates. We also include one item of checked in luggage per person.

Overview

The MS Princess is a very cosy and warm ship and has already delivered many passengers an unforgettable holiday.

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Baltic Isles, Berlin & Poland

October 2021

8 days from £1,349pp

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