Here You Will Find the Bust of Nefertiti in Her Stunning New Environment
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The perfect introduction to Berlin at an uncommon value, Simply Berlin is designed to introduce you to some of the sites you need to see on your first trip to the city, with just a taste of the experience that only Exeter International can provide. • Three nights in one of the city’s top hotels, inclusive of tax and breakfast • Private airport transportation to and from your hotel • Private Exeter Guide at your service as described in the program • Entrance Fees to all the sites mentioned in the program • 3-Day Museum Card, allowing you line-free entry to the top sites • 3-Day Metro Ticket, giving you access to the entire city, including Potsdam • 24-hour, English-speaking local assistance in case of emergency or changes • Privately guided tour of historic Berlin, including a timed entry to the Reichstag dome. • Prague • Dresden • Leipzig • Wrocław • Munich Arrival into Berlin. Your driver will meet you outside of baggage claim and customs and transfer you to your hotel in the center of the city. Upon arrival at your hotel, you will receive a welcome packet with two three-day Berlin metro passes. These can be used to ride any of the public transportation in Berlin. You will also receive Berlin’s 3-day museum card, allowing you admission into the very best museums in the city without waiting in long ticket lines. Arrival Transfer Rocco Forte De Rome or Hilton Gendarmenmarkt This morning your guide will meet you in your hotel for a half-day initial exploration of the city. Begin with a short walk to Museum Island for a visit to one of Berlin’s best museums – the Neues Museum. Here you will find the bust of Nefertiti in her stunning new environment. This museum houses the contents of the Egyptian museum, as well as the Museum of Pre- and Early-History. Continue with a stroll down Unter den Linden. Berlin's magnificent boulevard and the centerpiece of the Old Berlin, Unter den Linden leads from the Schlossbrücke Bridge to Pariser Platz at the Brandenburg Gate. You will see the renewed beauty of the Pariser Platz. The new buildings which have been added to this historic square are based on their historic forbearers. This area was originally a parade ground. Noble villas, embassies and the luxurious Hotel Adlon arose around the square, which was then destroyed in the Second World War. You will also see the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin’s only remaining city gate and a symbol of the city. Situated as it was in the no man’s land just behind the Berlin Wall, it also became symbolic of the division of the city. The Reichstag was built in the late 19th Century to house the German Parliament. The building was badly damaged by fire, and renovations did not start until well after the end of the Second World War – in 1957. Your touring will end at the Reichstag, where you have lunch reservations under your name at Käfer, located at the top of the Reichstag’s dome. The cost of your meal is payable locally in either Euro or via a major credit card. At your leisure, stroll back to your hotel. Guide (4 Hours) Rocco Forte De Rome or Hilton Gendarmenmarkt Today is at leisure to enjoy this beautiful city. We suggest taking a trip out to Potsdam to see the wonderful palaces of Sanssouci and Cecilienhof. Or visit the Pergamon Museum for ancient art. Or walk through history with a visit to the Topography of Terror and the Wall Memorial Have any particular special interest? Berlin is the perfect base for: • Exploring both Classic and Contemporary Art • Jewish history • Biking and Sailing • Foodie tours • Opera and Symphony. If you would like us to arrange for additional sightseeing please advise your travel consultant and we will be happy to customize your free time in Berlin. No Services Rocco Forte De Rome or Hilton Gendarmenmarkt Your driver will meet you at your hotel and transfer you to the airport for your onward flight. Departure Transfer Accommodations Rocco Forte, Hotel de Rome For Two (2) guests traveling together: From $1,550 per person For Four (4) guests traveling together: From $1,275 per person *All pricing is per person, based on double occupancy and two/four guests traveling together. Deluxe Room for Three (3) nights at the Hotel Rocco Forte de Rome; Tax and Buffet Breakfast included daily. The Hotel De Rome puts guests right in the heart of historic Berlin on Bebelplatz. This superb location is just steps from Unter den Linden and all of Berlin’s best sites. Guests may also walk to Gendarmenmarkt, one of our favorite squares in Berlin, featuring top restaurants, cafes and boutiques. The hotel is situated in the old Dresdner Bank head office and makes use of the architectural splendor of this historic edifice. You will find features of the original ornate and classical design with a contemporary twist. The Hotel De Rome features 146 large guest rooms and suites, most offering high ceilings and most with views of this historic neighborhood. All bathrooms have separate walk-in showers, some with marble details. Guests will also find a large spa area with fitness center and swimming pool. Deluxe Room: Offering approximately 410 square feet, these rooms can accommodate a king bed or two twin beds. Deluxe Rooms feature views of the inner courtyard, St. Hedwig’s cathedral, or Französische Strasse. Deluxe For Two (2) guests traveling together: From $1,450 per person For Four (4) guests traveling together: From $1,150 per person *All pricing is per person, based on double occupancy and two guests traveling together. Premium Room for Three (3) nights at the Regent Berlin; Tax and Breakfast included daily. The Regent Berlin offers traditional luxury and is known for its personal service and classic elegance. Its location, at the Gendarmenmarkt Square in the heart of the city, is near Berlin’s famous Friedrichstrasse and the magnificent Unter den Linden Boulevard. The hotel features 195 traditionally decorated guest rooms and offers the city’s most spacious rooms. At the on-site restaurant, casual-dining restaurant Charlotte & Fritz, guests may enjoy international cuisine prepared with local ingredients. Hotel De Rome also offers a bar with comfortable armchairs serving craft cocktails, fine wines, and rare liquors. For small bites and afternoon tea, head to the Tea & Lobby Lounge. In summer, the lovely outdoor terrace, Summer Lounge Orange, is not to be missed. At the expansive Spa & Wellness center, guests may relax in the sauna or book a spa treatment. There is also a fully equipped gym available. Premium Room: These rooms offer approximately 430 square feet of space and are located on the upper floors with fantastic views overlooking the Gendarmenmarkt or the inner courtyard. Deluxe Rooms accommodate a king bed or two twin beds. Blackout dates may apply. Rates are not valid on New Year’s Eve, Berlin Biennale, ITB and Fashion Weeks. Extra days may be added for additional cost. Please ask your travel consultant for details. Meals No meals included, other than breakfast as described above. Your final documents will include our top recommendations. Your guides will recommend restaurants that fit your exact needs daily. Services Private vehicle, driver and guide at your service as described. A full day is generally eight hours in duration. A half-day is generally three hours in duration. The timing for each day is noted in your program. Exeter International’s local offices are available for your assistance 24 hours per day while you are traveling. Our local staff may also assist you with restaurant reservations and purchasing of additional theater and museum tickets at your request. Transportation All transfers to and from airports are included in the program. Unless otherwise noted, all transfer service is with a driver only, not a guide. In general, drivers have limited English-speaking skills. Evening transportation is not included unless specifically noted in your itinerary. Timing for each day is noted in your program. Guides Hand chosen for their knowledge on local history, art & architecture. Guides are at your disposal as noted in your itinerary. Tickets All entrance tickets as described in the program. Exeter International Travel Information BAGGAGE The vehicles reserved for your itinerary can accommodate up to two medium-sized suitcases per person. If you intend to travel with additional luggage, please advise your travel consultant so appropriate arrangements may be made. In general, we schedule a sedan for parties of two, a minivan for parties of three to four and a minibus for parties of five or more. SIGHTSEEING Sightseeing arrangements have been made with your special interests in mind. Your drivers and guides are at your disposal for full or half-day sightseeing programs as indicated in the itinerary. Within those time and mileage guidelines, your driver and guide are at your disposal, so you are free to modify your program as you please. Should you require additional time or mileage, the costs will be quoted on request and may be paid for locally in the local currency or U.S. Dollars. Every effort has been made to confirm that scheduled sightseeing venues will be open at the time you plan to visit them. However, individual estates, museums, gardens and other points of interest can change their hours of operation at short notice. In the event that a particular attraction is closed on the day or time of your visit, your guide will offer alternative arrangements or rearrange your sightseeing to accommodate these unexpected events. OPTIONAL EXPENSES Charges for extra meals, transport, sightseeing services or other optional additions to your established itinerary are your responsibility and must be paid locally in the local currency.