Group tour operator for holidays to Berlin, Germany
Berlin, Potsdam and Palaces
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Brandenburg Gate © PT Wilding
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New palace in the park of Sanssouci ©DZT, Florian Trykowski, GNTB
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World clock and TV tower at Alexanderplatz in Berlin ©visitberlin, Photo Wolfgang Scholvien
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View of the Berlin Cathedral - The Colonnade Courtyard on Museum Island Berlin is an open-air site in front of the entrance to the Old National Gallery ©visitberlin, Photo Wolfgang Scholvien
Considered to be one of Europe’s most important and exciting cities, Berlin has an endless amount to offer. The German capital is home to some of Europe’s most beautiful palaces and gardens. Explore the decadence of the past at the remarkable former summer residence of Frederick the Great – Schloss Sanssouci in nearby Potsdam. With its bright facade and magnificent tiered gardens, this palace is sure to impress. The glorious Baroque Charlottenburg Palace, the largest in the city, also offers a glimpse into the city’s royal past.
The city has a diverse and exciting appeal due to its lack of a traditional centre. As a result pockets of attractions are dotted all over the city. Key Berlin landmarks such as the Brandenburg Gate, Bundestag, Berlin Cathedral and the iconic Alexanderplatz TV tower are amongst the most visited attractions and the city’s recent divisions can be experienced physically at the East Side Gallery, Checkpoint Charlie and at more faithfully preserved segments of the Berlin wall along Bernauer Strasse. The DDR and Stasi museums meanwhile provide a fascinating and interactive insight into life in a divided Germany. The Holocaust Memorial and Museum remain solemn and poignant reminders of the horrors of the 20th century.
Dates
03 April 2025; 1st May 2025; 05 June 2025; 09 October 2025
Suggested itinerary by coach
Day 1
Depart the UK
Drive to Dover and take the short sea ferry crossing over to Calais. Continue through France and into Belgium via Ghent and Antwerp and over the border into Holland towards the Eindhoven area for an overnight stop. Dinner is included at the hotel this evening.
Day 2
Travel to Berlin
Depart after breakfast, continuing east through Holland and into Germany via Dortmund and Hanover, to Berlin for the next 4 nights. After check-in, the rest of the day and evening is at leisure.
Day 3
Berlin Sightseeing and Charlottenburg Palace
Meet up with a local guide for a city tour. Discover the main sights such as the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, the Bundestag, Potsdamer Platz, the Reichstag and much more. After the tour there will be time for some lunch (not included) before heading to Charlottenburg Palace for a visit and tour. It is Berlin’s largest and most beautiful palace and a shining example of Baroque architecture which was badly damaged during the Second World War, but restoration works have restored it to its former glory. Explore the staterooms of the New Wing and the rococo ballroom known as the Golden Gallery. The Silver Vault includes a stunning tableware of gold, silver, glass and porcelain. The palace’s gardens are an idyllic oasis, featuring an orangery, mausoleum, the Belvedere tea house and the Neuer Pavilion.
The rest of the day and evening is at leisure.
Day 4
Berlin at Leisure
Today is free to explore the city further at your own pace. Why not explore Berlin’s famous sights and important buildings comfortably from the water on a cruise on the River Spree or visit one of the many museums on Museum Island, or for shopaholics, stroll along the famous Unter den Linden Boulevard or along the Ku’dam.
There is also the option to purchase a ‘Hop on – Hop off’ City tour bus ticket which will take you around the city – this can also be combined with a river cruise. Please ask for details as there are several options available.
Day 5
Potsdam and Sanssouci Palace
Today we delve into Berlin’s glamorous past. Meet up with a local guide for a tour of Potsdam, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where many palaces and gardens were built by Prussia’s Royal Family. The most famous is Schloss Sanssouci, the former summer residence of Frederick the Great. Featuring originally preserved 18th Century interior decoration including the Marble Hall and picture gallery together with stunning tiered gardens, this is a spectacular palace. Frederick’s tomb is located on the upper terrace of the vineyards.
The rest of the day and evening is at leisure.
Day 6
Depart Berlin
After breakfast, bid ‘Auf Wiedersehen’ to Berlin as you retrace your steps across Germany and into Holland, stopping overnight near Eindhoven. Dinner is included at the hotel this evening.
Day 7
Return to the UK
Continue the return journey through Holland and Belgium and into France to the port of Calais for the ferry to Dover and home.
Featured hotel
Hotel Berlin, Berlin ****
Located in the heart of Berlin City West. 500 en-suite bedrooms of varying categories. Decorated in warm colour schemes, every room at the Hotel Berlin, Berlin comes equipped with air conditioning and a fridge. There is also a bar and restaurant serving a very good breakfast. Leisure facilities at the Hotel Berlin, Berlin include a modern gym, Finnish sauna and a sanarium.
Greatdays can also offer a selection of alternative, good quality hotels in Berlin.
Hotel Berlin, Berlin ****
| Departure date | 7 days / 6 nights |
| 03 April 2025 | From £579.00 per person |
| 01 May 2025 | From £619.00 per person |
| 05 June 2025 | From £619.00 per person |
| 09 October 2025 | From £619.00 per person |
Single supplement price on request
Prices are based on standard category rooms at the Hotel Berlin.
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