Tour Description

CroisiCruise: BMD_PP

7 Days

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.

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 in lounge and bar
Headsets are included for excursions
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Onboard activities
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees included
Prepaid Classic Sightseeing package

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

A true festival of colours 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
Christmas present
Christmas Eve dinner (including wine)

Itinerary

Day 1: 20 December: Berlin Tegel

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.

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 an optional 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.

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.

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.

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(2-3).

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.

Day 7: 26 December: Dresden

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

INCLUSIONS:

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
Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinner
Christmas present
Christmas Eve dinner including wine
Concert at the Dresden Frauenkirche
All port fees
Prepaid classic sightseeing package.

EXCLUSIONS:

Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
Cancellation and baggage insurance
Transfer by coach(3)
Transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points
Personal expenses.

Enquire About This Itinerary

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Priced From:

$ 3459pp ^*

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Chris McKinnel

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

Variants

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A (A_GLS_PP) / Classic

$3720

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A (A_GLS_PP)
Classic

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A (A_GLS_PS) / Classic

$4211

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A (A_GLS_PS)
Classic

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Main Deck 1 Double Bed Cat B (B_DBL_PP) / Classic

$3550

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Main Deck 1 Double Bed Cat B (B_DBL_PP)
Classic

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B (B_GLS_PP) / Classic

$3550

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B (B_GLS_PP)
Classic

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat C (C_GLS_PP) / Classic

$3459

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat C (C_GLS_PP)
Classic

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat C (C_GLS_PS) / Classic

$3950

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat C (C_GLS_PS)
Classic

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Upper Deck Double Bed - Handicaped Cabin Cat C (C_PMR_PS) / Classic

$3950

20/12/2022 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Upper Deck Double Bed - Handicaped Cabin Cat C (C_PMR_PS)
Classic

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A (A_GLS_PP) / Classic

$3816

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A (A_GLS_PP)
Classic

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A (A_GLS_PS) / Classic

$4307

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A (A_GLS_PS)
Classic

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Upper Deck 1 Bed Single Cat A (A_SGL_PS) / Classic

$4307

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Upper Deck 1 Bed Single Cat A (A_SGL_PS)
Classic

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Main Deck 1 Double Bed Cat B (B_DBL_PP) / Classic

$3655

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Main Deck 1 Double Bed Cat B (B_DBL_PP)
Classic

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Upper Deck 1 Double Bed Cat B (B_DBL_PS) / Classic

$4146

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse
Upper Deck 1 Double Bed Cat B (B_DBL_PS)
Classic

20/12/2023 (Premium) MS Elbe Princesse / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B (B_GLS_PP) / Classic