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9 Night Elegant Elbe Cruise and Land Tour from Berlin

Ship: Viking Beyla
Cruise Line: Viking River Cruises
Sailed:  Tuesday, Sep 19, 2023 from Berlin, Germany
Ended: Thursday, Sep 28, 2023
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Tuesday, Sep 19, 2023 departure of the Viking Beyla. 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 - Tuesday - Sep 19, 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 our "welcome walk" to stretch your legs and get oriented.
Day 2 - Wednesday - Sep 20, 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. (B)
Day 3 - Thursday - Sep 21, 2023
Berlin, Germany
Berlin, Germany      
Bus Travel      
Potsdam, Germany      
Bus Travel      
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 ship. (B, D)
Day 4 - Friday - Sep 22, 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", then enjoy free time. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Saturday - Sep 23, 2023
Meissen, Germany
Meissen, Germany      
Today, cruise the Elbe and arrive in Meissen just after lunchtime. Then stop in at the Meissenware factory, producers 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. Return aboard for dinner and an evening at leisure. Your ship remains docked overnight. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Sunday - Sep 24, 2023
Dresden, Germany
Dresden, Germany      
After breakfast, disembark in 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 the Frauenkirche (Cathedral of Our Lady) with its distinctive bell-shaped dome that was destroyed as a result of a World War II bombing raid. Later, it was rebuilt. Alternatively, enjoy more of Dresden on one of our optional tours. Select either 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 as we remain docked until early morning. (B,L,D); Please note: If you're in Dresden on a Tuesday, The Green Vault is closed, therefore you will instead visit 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 - Monday - Sep 25, 2023
Bad Schandau, Germany      
Bus Travel      
Bastei, Germany      
Bus Travel      
Bad Schandau, Germany      
This morning, cruise through the magnificent, soaring rock formations of the Saxon Switzerland region, then dock at the spa town of Bad Schandau. From here we make our way to the famous rock tower known as the Bastei (bastion), formed by water a million years ago, to enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Elbe. Return aboard for dinner and evening cruising. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Tuesday - Sep 26, 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. (B)
Day 9 - Wednesday - Sep 27, 2023
Prague, Czech Republic
Prague, Czech Republic      
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this celebrated city, or join an optional tour to Lobkowicz Palace. (B)
Day 10 - Thursday - Sep 28, 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. (B)