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9 Night Cities Along the Elbe Cruise and Land Tour from Berlin

Ship: Viking Astrild
Cruise Line: Viking River Cruises
Sailed:  Friday, Aug 25, 2023 from Berlin, Germany
Ended: Sunday, Sep 3, 2023
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Friday, Aug 25, 2023 departure of the Viking Astrild. If Viking River Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.
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Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Friday - Aug 25, 2023
Berlin, Germany
Berlin, Germany      
Arrive at the Berlin airport, then transfer to your hotel. After check-in, you have free time to get acquainted with the city, or join the "Welcome Walk" to stretch your legs and get oriented.
Day 2 - Saturday - Aug 26, 2023
Berlin, Germany
Berlin, Germany      
After breakfast, enjoy a panoramic tour of the vibrant German capital, which has seen its fair share of dramatic changes in the last century. See the Reichstag with its spectacular glass dome, the historic Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and many other iconic sites. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure. (Breakfast)
Day 3 - Sunday - Aug 27, 2023
Berlin, Germany
Berlin, Germany      
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Potsdam, Germany      
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Cruise Begins      
Wittenberg, Germany      
After breakfast, travel to Potsdam. Tour Sanssouci Palace, a perfect example of German Rococo architecture, built by Prussian king Frederick the Great in the 18th century. Built as a summer retreat, it became his personal sanctuary and place to relax in the company of his beloved dogs. Wander through the rooms of the elegant palace and stroll through the magnificent gardens. Enjoy free time and lunch on your own, then transfer to Wittenberg to embark your Viking ship-a fine floating hotel that remains your docked home away from home until Day 5. (Breakfast, Dinner); Please note: If you are in Potsdam on a Monday, Sanssouci Palace is closed; instead, enjoy a visit to the New Palace, considered the last great Prussian Baroque palace.
Day 4 - Monday - Aug 28, 2023
Wittenberg, Germany      
This morning, follow in Martin Luther's footsteps to view many of Wittenberg's historic landmarks. Tour inside Luther's House and St. Mary's Church, where he preached. See the Castle Church where Luther posted his "95 Theses"; return to your ship for lunch. After lunch, you may join an afternoon tour to Torgau. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Tuesday - Aug 29, 2023
Wittenberg, Germany      
Cruise Ends      
Bus Travel      
Meissen, Germany      
Bus Travel      
Cruise Begins      
Dresden, Germany      
Today, enjoy a comfortable motorcoach ride to Meissen, where you will stop in at the Meissen ware factory, producer of fine porcelain since the early 1700s. Discover how this trademarked porcelain is created by hand, then tour the museum. Proceed to Castle Hill for a walking tour through Old Town. You will join your sister ship in Dresden while your luggage is seamlessly transferred and delivered to your awaiting stateroom. Enjoy dinner onboard and an evening at leisure. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Wednesday - Aug 30, 2023
Dresden, Germany
Dresden, Germany      
After breakfast, explore Dresden, nicknamed "Florence on the Elbe". Drive through the 19th-century residential area to the Dresden Castle complex; enter the Green Vault to see a comprehensive collection that houses what many claim is the world's largest collection of treasures, including priceless jewels and emeralds. Continue on foot to see Zwinger Palace, Semper Opera House, and Frauenkirche (Cathedral of Our Lady) with its distinctive bell-shaped dome that survived World War II bombings but collapsed the following day. Later, it was rebuilt. Alternatively, enjoy more of Dresden on one of the optional tours. Select a full-day excursion and visit Dresden's Baroque castles, sweeping wine estates, and opulent palace, once home to royal and lavish banquets. Or, you can visit car manufacturing giant Volkswagen, and gain Working World insight during a tour of their state-of-the-art-facility. Dinner is served onboard your ship; afterward, feel free to enjoy Dresden's many charms and attractions, among them our optional classical concert at Zwinger Palace. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner); Please note: If you are in Dresden on a Tuesday, the Green Vault is closed; instead, enjoy a visit to the Gemaldegalerie Alte Meister (Old Masters Picture Gallery) to view some of the world's great masterpieces, including works by Raphael, Vermeer, Rubens, and Rembrandt.
Day 7 - Thursday - Aug 31, 2023
Dresden, Germany
Dresden, Germany      
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Bastei, Germany      
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Dresden, Germany      
Today enjoy another morning in Dresden and, water levels permitting, a brief sail along the Elbe. This afternoon, we make our way to Saxon Switzerland, a stunning natural park and home of the famous rock tower known as the Bastei (bastion), formed by water a million years ago, to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Elbe. Return onboard for dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Friday - Sep 1, 2023
Decin, Czech Republic
Decin, Czech Republic      
Cruise Ends      
Bus Travel      
Prague, Czech Republic      
After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Prague. Upon arrival, you tour Prague, the "City of a Hundred Spires". After a guided walk through Old Town, take some free time to explore on your own. Then ride to visit Hradcany Castle. Return to the hotel for check-in and dinner on your own. (Breakfast)
Day 9 - Saturday - Sep 2, 2023
Prague, Czech Republic
Prague, Czech Republic      
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this celebrated city, or join an optional Privileged Access tour to Lobkowicz Palace. Or choose to immerse yourself in the Josefov, or Jewish Quarter, of Prague during an enlightening walking tour. Jews are thought to have settled in the city as early as the 10th century; today, the small district lies within the larger Old Town and is a rich repository of history. (Breakfast)
Day 10 - Sunday - Sep 3, 2023
Prague, Czech Republic
Prague, Czech Republic      
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to the airport for your return flight. Or, extend your journey with two additional nights in Prague and discover more of this celebrated city. (Breakfast)