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.
Your Ship
MS Victor Hugo
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The MS Victor Hugo is named after one of the most famous figures in French literature. This attractive standard ship sails on the Tisza, Sava, Elbe, Rhine and Danube, rivers with a vast history and culture.
Explore the day-by-day breakdown of your journey through Rhine, Elbe.
Day 1
Spandau/Berlin
Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabin, enjoy a welcome cocktail with the crew before dinner. We'll remain in port overnight.
Day 2
Spandau/Berlin
Join us for an optional tour of the city of Berlin which was long divided, illustrating the division of the world into two blocks. We'll return to the ship for lunch. Enjoy a free afternoon in Berlin. Dinner will be served on board.
Day 3
Spandau/Berlin / Potsdam / Wusterwitz
We'll leave for the optional excursion to Charlottenburg Castle. Our ship will then depart for Potsdam, which we will reach at the beginning of the afternoon. When we arrive, we'll set off on an optional excursion to Potsdam and the gardens of Sanssouci Palace. We'll return back on board at the end of the afternoon and continue to cruise in the direction of Wusterwitz.
Day 4
Wusterwitz / Magdeburg / Calvörde / Wolfsburg
The ship will begin to cruise early in the morning for Magdeburg. Join us for an optional tour of Magdeburg, situated midway on the Elbe River and the historic Roman Roads. Its cathedral is one of the most important of Gothic-style edifices in Europe.Free time before joining the boat in Calvrde. Continuation of the navigation towards Wolfsburg.
Day 5
Wolfsburg / Braunschweig / Hannover
Join us for an optional visit to the Autostadt (3), a combination automotive theme park and museum with separate buildings for each VW brand. During this time, the boat will sail to Braunschweig, where we will board it at the end of the afternoon. The ship will leave for Hanover.
Day 6
Hannover / Minden / Nienburg
We'll then set off on an optional excursion to Hanover. The capital of Lower Saxony, Hanover is one of the main economic centers in Germany.Return on board in Minden. Afternoon spent cruising towards Nienburg, which we will reach in the evening.
Day 7
Nienburg / Hoya / Bremen
Optional transfer for the free tour of the 'Red Town which has a magnificent town hall from the Weser Renaissance. During this time, the ship will continue its course for Hoya, where we will board it once again. We'll spend the afternoon cruising to Bremen.
Day 8
Bremen / Oldenburg
Join us for an optional tour of Bremen (walking tour), the oldest maritime city in Germany and the second largest trading port in Germany after Hamburg. We'll then return on board and depart for Oldenburg. Enjoy a stroll in the city before we board our ship again and begin to cruiseon the Coastal Canal.
Day 9
Bollingerfähr / Gaarkeuken
Join us for an optional tour of the Meyer Werft shipyard.Return on board in Bollinger. Afternoon spent cruising towards Gaarkeuken.
Day 10
Gaarkeuken / Amsterdam
We'll begin to cruise early in the morning, spending the day cruising to Amsterdam(2). Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.
Day 11
Amsterdam
In the morning, join us for an optionalcanal boat tour of Amsterdam. In the afternoon, we'll leave for an optional excursion to Volendam and the Zaanse Schans. Free evening in Amsterdam.
Day 12
Amsterdam
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9 a.m. End of our services.
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3 June 2026 
