German Heritage Trail: Berlin, Dresden, Frankfurt
Overview
This popular journey highlights key historic and cultural spots, travelling by rail, covering Berlin's modern/historic mix, Dresden's Baroque beauty & Elbe river, and Frankfurt's finance/Rhine gateway.
This itinerary features More Moments, activities included with your package.
Format
Locations
- Germany
- Berlin
- Dresden
- Frankfurt
Inclusions
- Round-trip flights to Berlin and return from Frankfurt (if Flight & Hotel package option is chosen)
- Private airport transfers, arriving in Berlin and departure in Frankfurt
- 9 nights of accommodation in selected category, with breakfast included
- Train tickets Berlin to Dresden & Dresden to Frankfurt in Economy class
- More Moments activities included:
- Walking tour in Berlin (Approx.: 3.5 hrs, shared tour)
- Half-day tour to Potsdam from Berlin (Approx.: 4 hrs, shared tour)
- Hop-On-Hop-Off Day Pass (24 hrs) in Berlin with English audio guide
- Private guided walking tour in Dresden (Approx.: 2 hrs)
- Half-day tour to Heidelberg from Frankfurt (Approx.: 5.5 hrs, shared tour)
- Hop-On-Hop-Off Day Pass (24 hrs) in Frankfurt with English audio guide
- Earn extra Aeroplan® points per member on this tour
Itinerary
Day 1
Depart Canada
Fly to Berlin.
Day 2 to 5
Welcome to Berlin & Germany
Upon arrival in Berlin, take a private transfer to your hotel for check-in for the next 4 nights. Take advantage of the More Moments activities included in your package with plenty of time to discover both the city and its surroundings at your own pace.
Berlin boasts significant heritage sites, including three UNESCO World Heritage listings: Museum Island, Prussian palaces and gardens (like Sanssouci in nearby Potsdam), and the Berlin Modernism Housing Estates, alongside iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, and historic squares like Gendarmenmarkt.
More Moments Activities Included
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Walking tour in Berlin
Experience Berlin’s past and present on this half-day guided walking tour through the city's Mitte district. Stroll along the iconic Berlin Wall and follow Unter den Linden to the Brandenburg Gate. Check out the rebuilt Reichstag and the Holocaust Memorial and hear the amazing stories of Cold War Berlin at Checkpoint Charlie.
(Approx: 3.5 hrs, shared tour)
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Half-day tour to Potsdam from Berlin
Experience the perfect escape from Berlin with a captivating half-day tour to Potsdam, the charming capital of Brandenburg. Surrounded by lakes, palaces and lush gardens, this UNESCO-listed city boasts world-famous landmarks. Your expert guide will lead you through Potsdam’s most iconic sights—from the picturesque Dutch Quarter and the historic Glienicke Bridge to the Russian colony of Alexandrovka, the City Palace, and the Old Market Square. The highlight of your tour is a visit to the magnificent Sanssouci Palace, the former summer retreat of Frederick the Great.
(Approx.: 4 hrs, shared tour)
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Hop-On-Hop-Off Day Pass (24 hrs) in Berlin with English audio guide
Discover the city with the Hop-On Hop-Off bus. This tour includes Berlin’s highlights and stops among others at Potsdamer Platz, Checkpoint Charlie and the Brandenburg Gate. Feel free to disembark at different stops to explore the sights.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 6 to 7
Berlin to Dresden
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then make your own way to the train station and board your train to Dresden. Upon arrival in Dresden make your own way to your hotel where you’ll spend the next 2 nights.
Dresden's heritage is defined by its stunning Baroque architecture, rich art collections (Green Vault, Old Masters Gallery), and history as the opulent Saxon capital, earning it the nickname "Florence on the Elbe" under rulers like Augustus the Strong. Though largely destroyed in WWII, many landmarks like the Frauenkirche, Zwinger Palace, and Dresden Castle have been meticulously reconstructed, showcasing its former glory.
More Moments Activities Included
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Private guided walking tour in Dresden
Discover Dresden's historic city center with your private guide and gain an intimate understanding and appreciation of this incredible city. Spend the afternoon at leisure.
(Approx.: 2 hrs)
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8 to 10
Dresden to Frankfurt
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then make your own way to the train station and board your train to Frankfurt. Upon arrival in Frankfurt make your own way to your hotel where you’ll spend the next 3 nights.
Frankfurt's heritage blends a rich medieval past as a Holy Roman Empire coronation city with its modern role as a global finance hub, showcasing restored timber-framed houses in the Altstadt (Römerberg), iconic landmarks like the Cathedral and St. Paul's Church, significant Jewish history (Museum Judengasse), and a vibrant culture with world-class museums (Städel), diverse music, and unique culinary traditions like Apfelwein (apple wine), all set against a backdrop of modern skyscrapers.
More Moments Activities Included
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Half-day tour to Heidelberg from Frankfurt
Join a half-day tour to Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university town. Explore the romantic old town and visit Heidelberg Castle with its stunning views over the Neckar River. Return to Frankfurt in the afternoon and enjoy the evening at leisure.
(Approx.: 5.5 hrs, shared tour)
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Hop-On-Hop-Off Day Pass (24 hrs) in Frankfurt with English audio guide
Discover the city with the Hop-On Hop-Off bus. This tour includes Frankfurt’s highlights and stops among others at Roemer square, the Main tower and the financial center. Feel free to disembark at different stops to explore the sights.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 11
Return to Canada
After breakfast, take a private transfer to the airport and board your flight home to Canada.
Meal(s): Breakfast
Accommodations
Where you'll stay
4-Star Accommodation
Location
Hotel
Room details
ype of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child)
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.
Important Information
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July 1, 2026 – October 31, 2026
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Not included
- Meals and beverages (unless specified)
- Transfers to and from train stations and excursion meeting points
- Excursions and entrance fees (unless specified)
- Gratuities
- Porterage
- Local city taxes if applicable, paid locally in local currency
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- Private airport transfers
- Train 2nd Class
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City taxes if applicable, are payable in local currency upon checkout. Rates vary depending on hotel star rating and location and are calculated per person, per night. Rates are subject to change without notice.
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- The order of the itinerary could, including the number of consecutive nights per city. This itinerary is for reference only.
- Excursions operate in English