Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp & Memorial

Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp & Memorial

12.5 hours | Berlin (Warnemunde) | Z W D - 1 6 0
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Min. age: 12 years (See special notes)

Description

Points of Interest

  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Berlin Wall
  • Holocaust Memorial
  • Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
Includes meal, Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Take a guided tour of some of the most notable and historical sites around Berlin. You'll travel by train to Sachsenhausen Memorial Camp (A small snack and water are provided). During your guided tour you'll learn the history and the horrors as you walk by Guard Tower A, the execution chamber, the laundry (which, today, is the site of a chapel), Station Z, and more. At the conclusion of your tour you'll travel to Berlin, for lunch followed by a tour of the city. Some of your stops include the Brandenburg Gate. Constructed in the 18th century as a representative city gate, it gained notoriety as a symbol of a divided city during the Cold War. You'll also see the Holocaust Memorial, dedicated to the memory of the six million Jews who were murdered by Hitler and the Nazi. You'll return to your ship by train.

Special Notes:

The train ride is approximately 2½ hours each way. The train is air-conditioned.

This tour is not available to passengers beginning or ending their cruise in Warnemunde.
Headsets for the visit of the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp are provided ( 2 hours of walking tour ) There are no age restrictions to enter the Concentration Camp, however due to the emotional distress we recommend an age restriction of 12 years.

Tour sequences may vary to avoid congestions at venues.
The coach for the city tour is equipped with seat belts, guests are required to use them. Guests may not stay on the coach during free time. The tour runs during all weather conditions. Guests should be prepared for the possibility of rain.

It is advisable to bring some small change of Euro coins as some shops do not accept other currencies nor Credit Cards for small purchases (furthermore, guests may have to pay for public bathroom facilities, usually between 50,- cents and 1,-Euro pp). Shopping location may vary as most shops are closed on Sundays and bank holidays. Only a few souvenir shops may be open.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart ship by chartered train to Berlin. Enjoy the scenic ride to Berlin

Transport type: Train
Transport Capacity: 620
Travel time: 02:45
Walking distance: 120
Steps: 4
Restroom available: Yes

Arrive in Berlin, meet your local guide and start your sightseeing tour, enroute see the last remnants of the Berlin Wall and Checkpoint Charlie

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 01:00
Time at site: 00:30
Free time at site: 30
Inside visit: No
Steps: 5
Restroom available: Yes

Lunch at a traditional restaurant

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:10
Time at site: 01:00
Steps: 10
Restroom available: Yes

Sightseeing tour continues with a photo stop at the Brandenburg Gate; enroute guests will see the Holocaust Memorial

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:50
Time at site: 00:20
Inside visit: Yes
Walking distance: 1000
Restroom available: Yes

Guided coach transfer to the city of Oranienburg

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:40
Inside visit: No
Restroom available: No

Guided visit of the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Time at site: 02:00
Inside visit: Yes
Walking distance: 300
Steps: 15
Restroom available: Yes

Coach transfer to the train station in Oranienburg

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Transport Capacity: 40
Travel time: 00:30
Inside visit: No
Steps: 5
Restroom available: No

Board your train again for a scenic transfer back to Warnemunde

Transport type: Train
Transport Capacity: 620
Travel time: 02:45
Walking distance: 120
Steps: 4
Restroom available: Yes