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9 Days - Comprehensive Germany & the Kiel Canal [Amsterdam To Copenhagen]

9 Days - Comprehensive Germany & the Kiel Canal [Amsterdam To Copenhagen]
Starting from $3,999*

Amsterdam to Copenhagen

Ship: Star Pride

Departure Date : May 25 2025

Itinerary

Day Amsterdam / Cruising Day
Depart 6:00 PM
Amsterdam is located in the provinces of Noord-Holland. Including its ten outer suburbs, Amsterdam has a population of over one million inhabitants, forming the largest conurbation in what is known as “Randstad Holland”. The city is the hub and cornerstone of the Dutch economy thanks mainly to its importance as a commercial centre and the country’s second largest port. Amsterdam is unusual in many ways, i.e. it has more than 2000 architectural monuments, world-class museums and historic canals, but also its unique and liberal atmosphere makes it stand out.

Cruising Day

Amsterdam / Cruising Day
Day Harlingen
Arrive 08:00 AM
Take a deep breath. In Harlingen, in Friesland, you’re never far from the sea. The harbour reaches right into the city centre and the Wadden Sea is also close by. A stop in Harlingen is a fantastic opportunity to explore this typical Dutch region – don’t miss it. The city is something of a hidden gem on your Rhine cruise itinerary, since it’s Amsterdam and Antwerp that most people look forward to seeing. But Harlingen is proof that small is beautiful.
Harlingen
Day Harlingen
Depart 1:00 PM
Take a deep breath. In Harlingen, in Friesland, you’re never far from the sea. The harbour reaches right into the city centre and the Wadden Sea is also close by. A stop in Harlingen is a fantastic opportunity to explore this typical Dutch region – don’t miss it. The city is something of a hidden gem on your Rhine cruise itinerary, since it’s Amsterdam and Antwerp that most people look forward to seeing. But Harlingen is proof that small is beautiful.
Harlingen
Day Hamburg, Germany
Arrive 08:00 AM
"Hamburg is one of Germany’s most cosmopolitan cities, with celebrated cultural venues, leading museums and lively shopping and dining districts. The city’s character is powered by the mighty River Elbe, which passes by stylish neighborhoods on its way to the North Sea. Its two lakes are also among Hamburg’s most famous features, where residents come to sail, kayak and canoe while others bike and walk on the shaded pathways along their shores. Often referred to as Germany’s Gateway to the World, due to its role as the biggest commercial port in the country (and the second largest in Europe), the city has a maritime atmosphere and bustle. Hamburg has launched ships since the Middle Ages, but it was also instrumental in launching the musical career of the Beatles, who played in multiple venues on the Reeperbahn in the city’s St. Pauli district. It was here that they recorded the single that would launch them to stardom, ""Please Please Me."" Today, with two of its portside districts recently added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, upscale shopping districts and a distinct European flavor, Hamburg retains an energetic and eclectic atmosphere where historic and modern charms meet. "
Hamburg, Germany
Day Hamburg, Germany
Depart 6:00 PM
"Hamburg is one of Germany’s most cosmopolitan cities, with celebrated cultural venues, leading museums and lively shopping and dining districts. The city’s character is powered by the mighty River Elbe, which passes by stylish neighborhoods on its way to the North Sea. Its two lakes are also among Hamburg’s most famous features, where residents come to sail, kayak and canoe while others bike and walk on the shaded pathways along their shores. Often referred to as Germany’s Gateway to the World, due to its role as the biggest commercial port in the country (and the second largest in Europe), the city has a maritime atmosphere and bustle. Hamburg has launched ships since the Middle Ages, but it was also instrumental in launching the musical career of the Beatles, who played in multiple venues on the Reeperbahn in the city’s St. Pauli district. It was here that they recorded the single that would launch them to stardom, ""Please Please Me."" Today, with two of its portside districts recently added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, upscale shopping districts and a distinct European flavor, Hamburg retains an energetic and eclectic atmosphere where historic and modern charms meet. "
Hamburg, Germany
Day Kiel (Hamburg), Germany
Arrive 11:00 AM Depart 7:00 PM
"Located a short 90-kilometer drive or train journey from the seaside port of Kiel, Hamburg is one of Germany’s most cosmopolitan cities. The city’s character is powered by the mighty River Elbe, which passes by Hamburg’s stylish neighborhoods on its way to the North Sea. Often referred to as Germany’s “Gateway to the World” due to its position as the biggest commercial port in the country, the city is filled with an air of maritime mystique and excitement. The city has launched ships since the reign of Charlemagne, but it was also instrumental in launching the musical career of The Beatles, who played in multiple venues in the city before releasing their second single, Please Please Me, in 1962 and rising to fame. Today, with a newly named UNESCO World Heritage Site, upscale shopping districts and a distinct European flavor, Hamburg retains an energetic and eclectic atmosphere where historic and modern charm meet. "
Kiel (Hamburg), Germany
Day Travemunde (Lubeck), Germany
Arrive 8:00 AM Depart 10:00 PM
The broad beaches, sweeping scenery and seaside charms of Travemunde provide an enticing appetizer to the main course: the magnificent city of Lubeck. History radiates from every corner of this Northern European gem, from the quaint, cobbled streets to the immaculate mansions and welcoming shops that line them. As a powerful member of the Hanseatic League, Lubeck was a hub of artistic, commercial and academic development for centuries – amassing a rich historical legacy and paving the way for its designation today as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Travemunde (Lubeck), Germany
Day Wismar, Germany
Arrive 7:00 AM Depart 9:00 PM
Wismar, on the Baltic just east of Lubeck, is one of the most important cities of the Hanseatic League. Shortly after its founding, it banded together with Lübeck and Rostock in a defensive alliance, which led to the formation of the League. Today it has one of the finest preserved and restored treasuries of German Brick Gothic architecture existing, and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002. It has the largest Market Square in Germany, anchored by the wrought-iron Waterworks from 1602, and surrounded by stellar buildings. The city was ruled by Sweden from 1648 until 1903. It was heavily damaged during World War II, and was a part of the GDR after the war until 1990. There are many fine examples of Hanseatic era patrician gable houses in Wismar, most notably the Alter Schwede (Old Swede) from 1380. The architectural heritage in the city spans eras from Gothic through Art Nouveau styles.
Wismar, Germany
Day Wismar, Germany
Arrive 9:00 AM Depart 6:00 PM
Wismar, on the Baltic just east of Lubeck, is one of the most important cities of the Hanseatic League. Shortly after its founding, it banded together with Lübeck and Rostock in a defensive alliance, which led to the formation of the League. Today it has one of the finest preserved and restored treasuries of German Brick Gothic architecture existing, and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002. It has the largest Market Square in Germany, anchored by the wrought-iron Waterworks from 1602, and surrounded by stellar buildings. The city was ruled by Sweden from 1648 until 1903. It was heavily damaged during World War II, and was a part of the GDR after the war until 1990. There are many fine examples of Hanseatic era patrician gable houses in Wismar, most notably the Alter Schwede (Old Swede) from 1380. The architectural heritage in the city spans eras from Gothic through Art Nouveau styles.
Wismar, Germany
Day Copenhagen, Denmark
Arrive 08:00 AM
"Copenhagen is one of the easiest European capitals to fall in love with. The sights of old buildings, cobbled streets and the tower- and turret-dotted skyline lend fairy-tale charm—this was, after all, the home of author Hans Christian Andersen. But make no mistake: This is a thoroughly modern city with international clout. Restaurants around the world draw inspiration from the New Nordic cuisine pioneered by Noma and other Copenhagen restaurants, while Danish design from this century and the last is universally admired and coveted. Urban planners flock here to try to work out just how the city remains so livable and yet so functional, and despite its wealth of old buildings, Copenhagen’s not locked in the past; there are also thrilling examples of modern architecture. Copenhagen is a city that’s easy to find things to do and explore on foot or by excellent public transport, where everyone speaks perfect English, the food is fresh and innovative, and there’s plenty of locally brewed beer—which, of course, is best enjoyed sitting by the water on a sunny day. "
Copenhagen, Denmark
 
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