Departure by coach from the northern port of Hanover in the company of local guides to discover the capital of the Land of Lower Saxony. From the 17th century onwards, Hanover played a major role in politics. In 1714, the son of Ernst-August of Hanover became King of Great Britain under the name of George I, a personal union which was a considerable source of prestige for the principality of Hanover.
First of all you will pass alongside the famous Baroque Gardens of Herrenhausen before heading for the 18th century New City Hall, where your guides will explain Hanover's history with the help of four models showing the city at different times (1875, 1939, 1945 and today). You will continue with a panoramic city tour to see the main sights such as Niki de Saint Phalle's Nana statues on the banks of the Leine, the Maschsee - an artificial lake dug by unemployed workers on a job creation scheme in the 1930s - the Opera House, the Grand Theater, the ruins of the Aegidien Church bombed during the war and where the Peace Bell now hangs, and many more. You will stop for a stroll through the Old Town, to see the Market Church and its curiosities, the 15th century Old City Hall and Leibniz's House.
The visit ends at the bus station where our coach will drop you off and you'll bid your guide goodbye. Free time in the central station area and the modern city center.
Departure from Hanover to return on board at Hanover Anderten or Minden.
PLEASE NOTE
- Visit by coach with stops at the New City Hall and in the old town.
- The boat will sail during the excursion.
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
Departure by coach from the northern port of Hanover in the company of local guides to discover the capital of the Land of Lower Saxony. From the 17th century onwards, Hanover played a major role in politics. In 1714, the son of Ernst-August of Hanover became King of Great Britain under the name of George I, a personal union which was a considerable source of prestige for the principality of Hanover.
First of all you will pass alongside the famous Baroque Gardens of Herrenhausen before heading for the 18th century New City Hall, where your guides will explain Hanover's history with the help of four models showing the city at different times (1875, 1939, 1945 and today). You will continue with a panoramic city tour to see the main sights such as Niki de Saint Phalle's Nana statues on the banks of the Leine, the Maschsee - an artificial lake dug by unemployed workers on a job creation scheme in the 1930s - the Opera House, the Grand Theater, the ruins of the Aegidien Church bombed during the war and where the Peace Bell now hangs, and many more. You will stop for a stroll through the Old Town, to see the Market Church and its curiosities, the 15th century Old City Hall and Leibniz's House.
The visit ends at the bus station where our coach will drop you off and you'll bid your guide goodbye. Free time in the central station area and the modern city center.
Departure from Hanover to return on board at Hanover Anderten or Minden.
PLEASE NOTE
- Visit by coach with stops at the New City Hall and in the old town.
- The boat will sail during the excursion.
- The order of the visits can change.
- Times are approximate.
Cruises
This shore excursion is available for one or several cruises
From Copenhagen to Berlin: The Baltic Sea, the Oder and Havel and Elbe Rivers (port-to-port cruise)
Copenhagen - Gedser - Rostock - STRALSUND - Island of Rügen - LAUTERBACH - Island of Usedom - WOLGAST - SZCZECIN - MESCHERIN - NIEDERFINOW - LEHNITZ - BERLIN - POTSDAM - BRANDENBURG - BURG - MAGDEBURG - CALVOERDE - WOLFSBURG - ANDERTEN - MINDEN - NIENBURG - HOYA - BREMEN - OLDENBURG - DOERPEN - PAPENBURG - GRONINGEN - AMSTERDAM(3)
From Copenhagen to Amsterdam, sail along the Baltic Sea, the Oder, the Havel and the Elbe on a cruise combining modernity and tradition, originality and simplicity. Visit the remains of Chorin Abbey, the finest example of brick architecture in Northern Germany. Discover spectacular coastlines with fine sandy beaches and limestone cliffs on the islands of Usedom and Rügen. You will discover the charm of cities such as Berlin, Bremen, Hannover, Amsterdam, and captivating cities such as Stralsund, Greifswald, Magdeburg or Nienburg.
From Berlin to Strasbourg (port-to-port cruise)
BERLIN - POTSDAM - BRANDENBURG - MAGDEBURG - WOLFSBURG - ANDERTEN - MINDEN - NIENBURG - HOYA - BREMEN - OLDENBURG - PAPENBURG - GRONINGEN - AMSTERDAM(2) - NIJMEGEN - COLOGNE - RÜDESHEIM - MANNHEIM - Heidelberg(1) - STRASBOURG
Cruise the northern canals from Berlin to Amsterdam, along the Elbe and Havel rivers. You'll discover the history of Berlin, with its prestigious castles and tormented past, before exploring Potsdam, Magdeburg and Bremen, all cities that will make you appreciate the eclecticism of Germany's heritage. The Meyer Werft shipyard will open its doors to you before sailing into the heart of the Netherlands. Your cruise continues along the Rhine and the famous Romantic Rhine Valley. Between Amsterdam and Strasbourg, the Rhine reveals itself at every port of call. Enjoy a multi-faceted cruise between nature and culture.
From Amsterdam to Berlin (port-to-port cruise)
AMSTERDAM - HOORN - LEMMER - OLDENBOURG - BREME - NIENBURG - MINDEN - HANOVER - MAGDEBOURG - POTSDAM - BERLIN
From Amsterdam to Berlin, explore the northern canals by cruising the Elbe and the Havel. You will discover Amsterdam and its famous UNESCO World Heritage Canals before diving into the heart of charming Dutch cities. In Germany, you will have the option to visit the Meyer Werft shipyard before exploring Bremen, the oldest maritime city in the country. Discover Hanover, Magdeburg or Potsdam, cities that will make you appreciate the fascinating heritage of Germany. Your cruise will end in Berlin.
From Berlin to Amsterdam (port-to-port cruise)
BERLIN - POTSDAM - WUSTERWITZ - MAGDEBURG - WOLFSBURG - HANOVER - MINDEN - NIENBURG - HOYA - BREMEN - OLDENBURG - GAARKEUKEN - AMSTERDAM(2)
From Berlin to Amsterdam, explore the northern canals by cruising the Elbe and the Havel. You will discover the history of Berlin, before exploring Potsdam, Magdeburg or Bremen, cities that will make you appreciate the eclectic heritage of Germany. You will have the option to visit the Meyer Werft shipyard before diving into the heart of charming Dutch cities. Your cruise will end in Amsterdam, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage canals.