Berlin, Dresden, Meissen and Colditz for solo travellers

5 days - Escorted Tours

Witness Germany's past and present merging in fascinating ways - taking Berlin's eclectic ambience, Dresden's architectural glories, the artisanal heritage of Meissen and the adventure of Colditz Castle. Discover Germany's delightful contrasts, from its vibrant modern cities to its rural landscapes. This tour for solo travellers takes in two of Europe’s great cultural cities, Berlin and Dresden, both having endured violent interludes in an otherwise glittering history and now returned to their former glory at the heart of the new Europe of the 21st century. This tour can operate in reverse staying first in Dresden for two nights followed by two nights in Berlin. You will experience the same tours and visits.

Highlights

Enjoy a guided tour of Berlin, where you'll explore Norman Foster’s Reichstag, ‘Check Point Charlie’ and the DDR (former East Germany) Museum.
Visit some of the worlds finest archeology and fine art museums while touring Berlin.
Discover Dresden, ‘Florence of the Elbe’, home to one of the world’s greatest art collections and formerly the capital of the Kings of Saxony, through a walking tour.
Visits to Colditz Castle and medieval Meissen and tour the world-famous porcelain studio.

Inclusions

The price of this holiday is per person based on one person in a double/twin room for sole occupancy. The price includes:
Return flights
Four nights accommodation in four-star superior hotels
Daily breakfast
All touring as mentioned
All local accommodation taxes
Transfers to and from the hotels
Hotel porterage
The services of a Riviera Travel tour manager
Please note that some dates will operate in reverse to the itinerary as published on this website. These dates will stay first in Dresden for two nights followed by two nights in Berlin. You will experience the same tours and visits.

1

Arrival in Berlin - You will be met at your departure airport by our representative before flying to Berlin. On arrival we will transfer to our excellently located hotel, the four-star superior Maritim Pro Arte, where the group can enjoy a relaxing welcome dinner and a chance to break the ice, expertly aided by your tour manager, experienced in delivering the very best tours for solo travellers.

2

Berlin - This morning our tour manager will take us on a fascinating tour of Germany’s capital city, Berlin, originally two 14th century towns. Get up close to the iconic Brandenburg Gate, marvel at the majestic Reichstag building, and take in the remaining sections of the infamous Berlin Wall, which has now become a work of art in its own right. This afternoon is free for you to explore further with your travelling companions, or strike out on your own. As always, your tour manager will be on hand to help you make the most of your time.

3

Colditz & Meissen - After breakfast in our hotel, we will head south through the rolling Saxony countryside to the mighty Colditz Castle, guarding the town atop a river cliff. There will be time to take in the magnificent views of this now-peaceful town and surroundings. Next, we visit the town of Meissen, famous for producing the first porcelain to be made outside of China. We have a remarkable tour revealing how, since 1710, highly skilled artisans have created these unique works of art. Many porcelain pieces take weeks or even months to finish, and in the museum, you can enjoy many of the splendid examples from throughout the company’s existence. After our tour we travel to Dresden for two nights, at our centrally located hotel.

4

Dresden - This morning we enjoy an enlightening guided tour of Dresden, an incredibly beautiful city with a rich history dating back to the 12th century. It’s hard to believe that the city was almost completely devastated by the allied bombings of 1945 as you stroll past splendid Renaissance and Baroque buildings, many of which were destroyed, and then painstakingly restored. In the afternoon, you have the option to explore the city by yourself, or your tour manager can arrange a relaxing boat journey along the river Elbe in the company of like-minded travellers.

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Return home

Maritim Dresden

The four star superior Maritim Dresden hotel has a restaurant piano bar, and a wellness centre with a pool (local charges may be applicable). All rooms are air-conditioned and have satellite TV with pay TV channels, mini bar (local charges apply), telephone, safe and hairdryer. Excellent restaurant, comfortable bar with live music, wellness centre, indoor pool and sauna. Please note the use of air conditioning is at the discretion of the hotel.

Courtyard By Marriott Berlin City Centre

Beyond the spacious welcoming lobby, enjoy light bites in the coffee shop and international cuisine in the elegant restaurant before a cocktail or two in the stylish bar. Relax at the end of the day in light and bright fully air-conditioned rooms, furnished in contemporary tones with safe, mini-fridge and tea and coffee making facilities. Please note the use of air conditioning is at the discretion of the hotel.

Hotel Steigenberger De Saxe

Beautifully designed, this modern and well-managed property makes extensive use of marble throughout, has a very good quality restaurant, bar and wellness centre. The extremely comfortable rooms are superbly decorated, fully air-conditioned with minibar, safe and tea and coffee making facilities. Please note, the use of air conditioning is at the discretion of the hotel.

Park Inn By Radisson Berlin Alexanderplatz

The 4* hotel is home to a restaurant, bar and lounge as well as a spa and fitness centre and all rooms have free Wi-Fi, free toiletries and a hairdryer.