Berlin Wondrously Reimagined
Highlights
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Dive into the fascinating history of a city at the center of the most significant periods of the 20th century
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Get swept up in the charming stories of a century-old dance hall and dance into its history yourself
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Exclusively tour a private art collection housed in a former air raid shelter
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Experience a meal that seamlessly blends the worlds of art and gastronomy in unexpected ways
Embark on a journey through Berlin, a city where a rich history converges with avant-garde creativity. We’ll include the historical moments that made Berlin a political focal point in the 20th century but we won’t stop there. This tour is a celebration of the city's lesser-known wonders, repurposed spaces finding new life, and artistic expressions that defy convention.
Get ready to explore the Berlin that lies just beyond the well-known monuments; where echoes of the past harmonize with contemporary creativity showcasing Berlin's commitment to transforming the old into something new. Berlin offers a profound narrative of resilience and change.
Itinerary
DAY 1
Welcome to Berlin
Oderberger Hotel
Welcome Dinner and Cocktails
Arrive in Berlin and check into Hotel Oderberger. Now a spunky boutique hotel, the Oderberger was originally built in 1898 as a public bathhouse. It survived WWII unscathed, and guests can still swim in the original art deco pool. This evening, we'll meet in the hotel’s Fireplace Lounge for introductions and cocktails before taking a brief historical tour of the premises. Our welcome dinner will introduce us to Berlin’s personality.
DAY 2
Berlin transformations
Oderberger Hotel, Berlin
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we’ll start with the basics, an exploration of the landmarks that tell the story of Berlin's tumultuous past and its many transformations. Sites of political significance, providing insights into Berlin's medieval origins to its role as the heart of the Prussian empire, continuing through the challenges of the Nazi era and subsequent Cold War period, and Germany’s eventual reunification. Our afternoon will offer a unique and immersive experience that blends art and gastronomy and we’ll spend the evening together enjoying dinner from a unique vantage point that you have to experience to believe.
DAY 3
Art & Acoustics in Unusual Spaces
Oderberger Hotel, Berlin
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Visit the former central radio broadcasting center of East Germany, a place built for perfect sound. The vast interiors of Berlin’s Funkhaus are a perfect blend of modernism and functionality, with a nod to Soviet architectural traditions. In the afternoon, experience an exclusive private tour of a repurposed air raid shelter. Originally built in 1942, this historic structure has had many lives –a prisoner-of-war camp, a fruit storage facility, a hard-core techno club– but has now been transformed into a 32,000-square-foot exhibition space housing the personal art collection of the Boros family. After a uniquely Berlin lunch on the go, and a delicious dinner together, unwind with some classical music at an intimate venue with rich acoustics and an enchantingly unique atmosphere.
DAY 4
Spies and dancers
Oderberger Hotel, Berlin
Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5
Breaking down walls
Oderberger Hotel, Berlin
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Gain a unique glimpse into the city’s Cold War history and its current alternative subculture when we ascend to the top of Berlin’s highest hill as we tour an abandoned NSA listening station which is now a hub for street art. Next up is Clärchen’s Ballhaus. Founded in1913, Clärchen’s has seen it all. Opened before World War I, it remains an operating dance hall, and for Berliners, a place that embodies the very essence of their city. After a very personal tour, join the ranks of those who have danced in this special place over the past century, with a (beginners) dance class in the Mirrored Hall. Dinner will be served downstairs in the restaurant with a nostalgic vibe.
No visit to Berlin is complete without gaining a deep understanding of the wall that once divided this great city. Delve into the city's recent past, learning not only about the barriers above ground but also the fascinating underground stations and tunnels once used for daring escapes. Enjoy lunch with your fellow travelers before having a couple of hours at leisure. Later we'll get together to try out the game of Kegeln, originated in Germany the Middle Ages, players would roll a stone to knock down a wooden pin, symbolizing the expulsion of evil spirits... one of its most popular variations was the predecessor of today's Bowling! Then, our farewell dinner and an unexpected evening program that you’ll not soon forget!
DAY 6
Departure
Breakfast
Today, catch flights home or onto your next destination. Until next time!
Trip Price
$4175/person based on Double Occupancy (premium room)
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$425 Single Supplement for Solo Travelers (comfort room)
**We do not offer a room share option for travelers who do not know each other (see our Booking Terms & Conditions for more details).
**During the booking process, as a solo traveler, you will also have the option to upgrade to a premium room.
Group Size
This trip requires at least 6 travelers and will never have more than 12.
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*If the minimum number of travelers is not met, the tour will be canceled. Refer to our Booking Terms & Conditions for details on your entitlement to a full refund.
Arrival and Departure
Berlin-Brandenburg International Airport