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What to expect

Berlin

Berlin

Enjoy a city tour of Berlin's top sites

Sachsenhausen Memorial

Sachsenhausen Memorial

Visit this former concentration camp

Colditz Castle

Colditz Castle

Explore the Renaissance Castle

Dresden

Dresden

Discover this beautifully restored city

About this trip...

Germany has played a pivotal role in European history, and no place embodies this more than its capital, Berlin. As the epicenter of the Cold War, Berlin was famously divided between East and West. The Second World War's horrors remain a poignant lesson for today, exemplified by Sachsenhausen concentration camp. We visit this camp, now a memorial and museum, to honour the victims and ensure their stories are never forgotten. Colditz Castle, a striking 16th-century fortress, also holds a significant place in history. During World War II, it served as a POW facility, where inmates executed daring escapes. Our journey concludes in Dresden, a city heavily bombed by the Allies during the war. Witness the remarkable transformation of Dresden as it has risen from the ashes to reclaim its former glory.

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What's included?

  • Return flights & transfers
  • One piece of checked baggage
  • Airport taxes & charges
  • Room for sole occupancy
  • Daily breakfast and two dinners
  • Welcome drink
  • Guided City tours of Berlin and Dresden
  • Guided tour of Colditz and Sachsenhausen concentration camp
  • Guided tour of the Museum of Military History and Dresden Memorial
  • Free Solos App with all your travel documents
  • Dedicated Whatsapp group for your trip
  • Accompanying Solos Tour Leader
  • Fully Financially Protected

What's Extra

  • Insurance see here

Itinerary

  • Arrive in Berlin
  • City tour of Berlin
  • Sachsenhausen concentration camp
  • Colditz
  • Dresden City Tour, Museum of Military History & Dresden Memorial
  • Departure from Berlin

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrive in Berlin

Day One: Arrive in Berlin

Today marks the beginning of our journey as we board our flight to Germany, bound for the vibrant city of Berlin. Upon arrival, we come together for a welcome drink. Later in the evening, we enjoy a welcome dinner, savouring the flavours of Berlin and setting the stage for unforgettable experiences to come.
  • Dinner Included
Day Two: City Tour of Berlin

Day Two: City Tour of Berlin

We begin our city tour of Berlin by exploring its key landmarks. We visit the Reichstag - the seat of the German government, and Potsdamer Platz - Berlin's vibrant new centre. We then marvel at the iconic Brandenburg Gate and walk along Unter den Linden, the city's historic boulevard. Our tour includes Alexanderplatz and its famous TV tower, as well as a poignant stop at the remains of the Berlin Wall, concluding at the historic Checkpoint Charlie. 
From there, we head to the Topography of Terror - a museum located on the site of the former Nazi Gestapo headquarters. This museum's permanent exhibition highlights the atrocities committed by the SS and police during the Third Reich. Afterwards, we can choose to visit the Jewish Museum or continue exploring Berlin at our own pace.
  • Breakfast Included
Day Three: Memorial & Museum Sachsenhausen

Day Three: Memorial & Museum Sachsenhausen

Today, we visit a place of profound historical significance - the Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen, a former Nazi concentration camp. Established in 1936, Sachsenhausen was one of the first concentration camps. Initially used as a training facility, it became a site of immense suffering and death for tens of thousands of prisoners. During World War II, Sachsenhausen expanded, housing political prisoners, intellectuals, resistance fighters, and others deemed enemies of the Nazi regime. The prisoners endured forced labour, medical experiments, torture, and execution. 

Sachsenhausen also served as a transit camp for prisoners being sent to extermination camps like Auschwitz. Today, it stands as a memorial and museum, where we can take the time to learn about the harrowing history of this site.
  • Breakfast Included
Day Four: Colditz

Day Four: Colditz

This morning, we depart Berlin and head to Colditz to visit the Renaissance Castle, which served as a prisoner of war camp for high-ranking Allied officers during World War II. Notable prisoners included Winston Churchill's nephew and the nephew of King George VI. The castle was famous for numerous escape attempts, employing various ingenious methods and achieving varying degrees of success. During our visit, we will learn about some of these daring escapades. Afterward, we continue to Dresden a city renowned for its rich culture and baroque architecture.

  • Breakfast Included
Day Five: Dresden City Tour, Museum of Military History & Dresden Memorial

Day Five: Dresden City Tour, Museum of Military History & Dresden Memorial

Today, we set out on a walking tour of the city. Dresden’s place in World War II remains the subject of ongoing discussion, largely because of the controversial Allied bombing campaign of 1945, which triggered a catastrophic firestorm. Although traces of this destruction are still visible, the city has been extensively rebuilt and has re-emerged as a vibrant metropolis, restoring much of its historic character and prominence.

Later, we will visit the Museum of Military History, located in a striking building that has long served as a venue for exhibitions on military history. Since reopening in 2011, the museum has adopted a more human-centred approach, focusing on the experiences and consequences of war while also tracing the development of German military technology. Following our visit to the museum, we proceed to the Dresden Memorial, a solemn site dedicated to the victims of political persecution during the city's Soviet occupation. Here, we embark on a guided tour of the preserved prison, offering a poignant glimpse into the state's efforts to silence political dissent. Through artifacts, recordings, and the stark environment of the detention cells, we gain insight into the harrowing fates of the inmates and the dark chapter of history they represent.
  • Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Six: Departure from Berlin

Day Six: Departure from Berlin

This morning we enjoy breakfast together before making our way to Berlin Airport for our flight back to the UK.

  • Breakfast Included

Trip Reviews

Ideal holiday

Love history so ideal holiday for me. Good mixture of interesting things to do & see. Was a lovely group of people & Phil looked after us well & was a super tour leader. Both hotels were great & Berlin one was in a good location.

The ability to visit Berlin

The ability to visit Berlin, Colditz & concentration camps with some guided tours included. Group ability to mix and match visits and locations visited.

Content of tour was fascinating

I enjoyed the history element attached to the tour and I understand better the beginnings of World War II. I was given a tremendous amount of information at the exhibitions and it was very interesting to hear the stories behind the places that were visited. The content of the tour was fascinating. Both hotels were very clean and comfortable.

Good company

Small group. Good company, Interesting visits, just as advertised. With the exception of one or two minor hiccups, well lead and organised by Phill

Accommodation

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  • Day 1 - 3 | Martas Hotel Albrechtshof, Berlin
  • Day 4 - 5 | Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel, Dresden

Day 1 - 3 | Martas Hotel Albrechtshof, Berlin

Martas Hotel Albrechtshof Berlin sits in the very heart of the capital, surrounded by iconic landmarks. The Spree River, Friedrichstrasse, and the Friedrichstadt-Palast are all just a few steps away. This over 100-year-old building blends historic charm with the amenities of a modern hotel. 99 comfortably furnished rooms offer a pleasant stay and an idyllic courtyard garden invites you to unwind. Bright rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, TV, minibar and hairdryer.

Day 4 - 5 | Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel, Dresden

Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden is in the heart of Saxony’s capital and has been welcoming guests since its opening in February 1985. It remains one of the city’s most traditional and distinguished hotels. Uniquely situated directly on the Elbe meadows, it offers an unobstructed view of Dresden’s historic skyline. The 340 rooms, were renovated in 2020 and provide modern, inviting comfort. Facilities include a wellness area with pool, fitness facilities, hotel garden and dining options at the Elbsegler beer garden and Pöppelmanns Bar & Dine with an extensive breakfast buffet. Rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, TV, air conditioning, tea and coffee making facilities, safe, minibar and hairdryer.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info Regional flights
7 May 2027 12 May 2027 5
£2299
   Please call for regional flights

Essential Information

Transfer Time
The transfer from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to your hotel in Berlin takes approximately 30–40 minutes, depending on traffic. The transfer from your hotel in Dresden to Berlin Brandenburg Airport takes approximately 2.5 hours, depending on traffic.
Dress code
We suggest layers – A warm jacket, sweater and scarf will keep you warm and a light jacket to have on standby if it is a little warmer. Whilst a small hand umbrella for emergencies never hurts. You shouldn’t need any specialist footwear, beyond good walking shoes.
Gratuities
There is often confusion on the question of gratuities, since it frequently depends on the type of holiday, location and, of course, your attitude towards tipping, as to what is normally expected. To give you a rough idea, we have given appropriate guidance below. The Tour Leader will be on hand to offer advice or suggestions if required but gratuities are offered entirely at the sole discretion of the individual. We suggest a group collection at the beginning of your holiday to cover drivers, guides, porters and hotel staff of approximately €20 per person. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip.
Passport, Visa & Entry Requirements
To enter Germany your passport must meet 2 requirements. It must be:
  • less than 10 years old on the day you enter (check the ‘date of issue’)
  • valid for at least 3 months after the day you plan to leave (check the ‘expiry date’)
Check both the issue date and the expiry date in your passport. If you renewed your passport early, extra months may have been added to its expiry date. This could affect the requirement for your passport to be less than 10 years old.
A visa is not required by holders of passports endorsed “British Citizen” for stays of upto 90 days in any 180-day period. Please note that stays in other EU countries counts towards this 90 day period.
 
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday.  All information provided relates to British citizens who hold or are entitled to apply for a British passport. For the most up-to-date visa information please visit; Germany Foreign Advice
 
If you are not a British citizen and do not hold a British passport, you must make your own enquiries as to the applicable requirements.

From the 12th October 2025 the EU is introducing a new European Entry System (EES) that will be phased in and fully operational by the 10th April 2026. Non-EU nationals including British passport holders will now be required to complete biometric checks on arrival and exit to Schengen countries, which will include facial recognition and fingerprints. There is no cost for this, and no action needs to be taken prior to departure.

Health Requirements
Compulsory vaccinations: None.
All clients are responsible for acquainting themselves with up to date health information of the countries being visited and where necessary take the required precautions. We recommend that you check with your doctor prior to departure as this information can change.   You can also visit the travel health website for more information;
Currency
Euro
Important Information
As part of health & safety we do require all our guests to be able to manage the demands of the trip. This will often include early starts with long days travelling by foot and on and off minibuses/coaches. You also must be mindful that when visiting a country with different cuisine and culture, special dietary requests cannot always be made as readily available with great choice. Please see the day by day itinerary for details of the programme.  The order of the itinerary and events may be subject to change according to traffic, weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances beyond control.

Rated as Excellent (4.8/5) by our customers

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First Class

I’d highly recommend Solos to people looking to travel on their own with a group of like minded people.
-David F

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Fabulous experience

Solos are extremely organised and provide fantastic holidays for people on their own. The tour leaders are of a very high standard and are extremely caring with the guests.
-Carole

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Don't Delay any Longer!

This was my first Solos holiday and it hugely exceeded my expectations. Lovely, lovely people made the holiday so special.....it will stay with me for always
-L Heaton

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Well worth going

I’ve recently returned from my first Solos holiday and had a fantastic time. I can honestly say that I enjoyed every minute, and the memories will last a lifetime.
-Patricia B

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