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2023 2024

Christmas on the Elbe

7 Days - BMD_XMASPP
# Description

Cruise

BERLIN TEGEL - MAGDEBURG - LUTHERSTADT WITTENBERG - MEISSEN - DRESDEN

Embark on a cruise along the Elbe this Christmas. You will pass through tremendous cities such as Berlin with its numerous Christmas markets, and Dresden where you will be able to attend an unforgettable Christmas Mass. You will also be surprised by the charming cities of Magdeburg, Wittenberg or Meissen which are dotted with the most authentic Christmas markets.

Croisi +
All inclusive on board

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • Celebrate Christmas during an unforgettable cruise full of joyful, enchanting surprises.

  • A true festival of colors and fragrances
  • Discover the oldest christmas markets in Germany
  • Closing symphony with the music of Johann Sebastian Bach at the Dresden Frauenkirche
  • Midnight Mass in Dresden(1-2)
  • Christmas present
  • Christmas Eve dinner (including wine)

Route

Day 1

20 December: BERLIN TEGEL(3)

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner.

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Day 2

21 December: BERLIN TEGEL

Join us for a tour of Berlin to catch a glimpse of all the must-see sites and visit the city's Christmas market. In the afternoon, join us for a tour of Cecilienhof Palace. After the end of World War II in Europe, the Potsdam Conference - attended by Stalin, Churchill and Truman - was held in the palace.

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Day 3

22 December: MAGDEBURG

We'll spend the morning cruising the river. This afternoon, take a guided tour of Magdeburg. Enjoy some free time on your own at the local Christmas market before returning to the ship.

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Day 4

23 December: LUTHERSTADT WITTENBERG

Join us for a visit of Lutherstadt Wittenberg. We'll discover the city center and its noble Renaissance-style houses. We'll return to the ship, and the afternoon will be spent cruising to Meissen. Tonight will be our gala dinner and evening. Our ship will cruise through the night.

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Day 5

24 December: MEISSEN - DRESDEN

We'll leave on a guided tour of Meissen, famous for its trademark porcelain. We'll then spend some time browsing the magnificent Christmas market in the old town. We'll return to the ship and spend the afternoon cruising to Dresden. This evening, revel in our festive Christmas Eve dinner on board. Midnight Mass will be celebrated in Dresden(1-2).

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Day 6

25 December: DRESDEN

Christmas day services will take place at the Dresden Frauenkirche for those who would like to attend. The afternoon will be dedicated to a tour of Dresden on foot. Tonight, we'll enjoy a symphony of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach at the Dresden Frauenkirche.

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Day 7

26 December: DRESDEN(3)

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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Dates & Prices

START IN 2023
Departure 12/20/2023
Arrival 12/26/2023
FROM $ 2,963 PP
Ship : MS Elbe Princesse Ship category : PREMIUM

* Price based on double occupancy

Sales

  • Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%
Included :
Not included

Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - all entertainment - excursions mentioned in the program - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - Christmas present - Christmas Eve dinner including wine - concert at the Dresden Frauenkirche - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfer by coach(2) - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

Shore Excursions

Panoramic tour of Berlin

Take a guided panoramic tour of Berlin in a coach. You'll see the city's main sites including Charlottenburg Palace and the government and embassy districts. We'll continue to the eastern side of the city where you'll see the Pariser...

Duration 3h30 Classic
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Cecilienhof Palace

Cecilienhof Palace was built from 1914 to 1917 for Crown Prince William and his wife, Cecilie of Mecklenburg-Schwerin. It was based on English Tudor-style buildings featuring half-timbered walls, bricks and numerous decorative chimney stacks. Cecilie...

Duration 3h00 Classic
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Dresden

We'll enjoy a guided tour on foot of Dresden's historic old city. Strolling across the area, we'll see the Theaterplatz, Semper Opera House, the Zwinger inside courtyard, cathedral, George Gate and Brühl Terrace. Following our tour,...

Duration 2h15 Classic
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Magdeburg

We'll begin our tour with the Magdeburg Cathedral, home to the tomb of Emperor Otto I the Great. Magdeburg is a Hanseatic city located midway on the Elbe River and the Roman Roads—in the heart of Germany rich with a multi-faceted history. I...

Duration 4h00 Classic
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Meissen (Christmas cruise)

Tour of Meissen: The Cradle of Saxony This city is famous for its porcelain, based on extensive local deposits of both china and potter's clay. Its historic district is located mostly around the market at the foot of the castle hill and contains...

Duration 3h40 Classic
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Wittenberg (Christmas and New Year cruises)

We’ll leave by coach for a guided tour of Lutherstadt Wittenberg’s old town, first visiting the Luther House. A former Augustinian monastery, it was for 35 years the home and place of work of Martin Luther. The house was transformed into...

Duration 3h00 Classic
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Ships

Several ships available for this cruise

Valid national identity card or passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.


For navigational safety reasons, the company and the captain are the only authorized persons who can modify the cruise itinerary.

(1) Midnight Mass will be held in German and may take place at another location depending on availability.

(2) Transfer to the church only proposed in case the boat is not moored near the place of worship and is available for an extra fee (€20 per person to be booked and paid for on board).

(3) Recommendation: Arrival D1 in Berlin (BER) before 5pm; departure D7 from Berlin (BER) after 3pm.

Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.

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