From Kiel: All-in-One Hamburg Shore Excursion
Description
If you are travelling on a cruise ship to the port of Kiel and have only one day on shore, let us take you on a fascinating, all-encompassing journey to Hamburg! Hamburg is second largest city in Germany after Berlin and it is one of the most beautiful and exciting cities in Europe. It became a well-known tourist destination due to its wild, red light district but is now attracting a more discerning clientele with its modern architecture in the form of the Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt, and the Hafencity, not to mention the canals, Alster, stunning Rathaus and high end shopping. This shore excursion is adjusted to each ship’s docking times and starts promptly after your vessel’s arrival, returning with plenty of time to spare before its departure. Our expert team has been organizing these tours for nearly a decade. We have never missed a cruise ship’s departure and imparted our knowledge and enthusiasm for our unique and beautiful city to thousands of satisfied passengers!
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Itinerary
Your unforgettable shore excursion begins right at the cruise terminal, where our hosts eagerly await your arrival. Step aboard a modern, air-conditioned bus for a comfortable 1.5-2 hour journey to the captivating city of Hamburg
You will arrive at Landungbrücken, your your first taste of Hamburg. Be captivated by panoramic views, the iconic Landungsbrücken Piers, and a historic riverside promenade, Here you will have the opportunity to take elevator down into the historic Old Elbe Tunnel.
You will have a chance to marvel at the modern architectural splendour of the Elbphilharmonie.
During a short stop in Krameramtsstuben you will be able to visit the beautiful baroque church of St. Michaelis.
Take a scenic drive through the UNESCO-listed Speicherstadt, a historic warehouse district. Immerse yourself in the red brick buildings and intricate network of canals of this maritime wonder, seamlessly transitioning into the modernity of Hafencity.
Your exploration of Hamburg takes you to Deichstraße, Hamburg's Oldest Street. Enjoy the stroll and absorb the medieval charm of the street, relishing in the well-preserved architecture and the tales of centuries past.
St. Nikolai Church was originally built in the 12th century but was severely damaged during World War II. Now preserved spire and remains of the St. Nikolai Church serve as a memorial and observation platform. It's symbolizing the city's wartime history and honoring those affected by conflict.
Walk towards Rathaus, Hamburg's stunning City Hall. Along the way, receive explanations about the significance of Rathaus, its architecture, and the historical events that have unfolded within its walls. Here you will enjoy some free time for grabbing a lunch and souvenir shopping
As you traverse Trost Bridge, enjoy breathtaking views of the waterway below. This picturesque crossing not only offers a moment of serenity but also serves as a symbolic link, seamlessly connecting Hamburg's rich past with its vibrant present.
After your free time at Rathaus, the bus will take you on a scenic drive through Gänsemarkt, past Staatsoper, Dammtorbahnhof, and the University, leading to iconic spots like the TV-Tower (Hertz-Tower), Planten un Blomen, and, if possible, the Bunker at Heiligengeistfeld, before heading to the lively district of Reeperbahn.
At the end of the tour, you'll have the opportunity to see the Beatles monument on the Reeperbahn, an iconic tribute to the place where the legendary band began their career in Hamburg's famous red-light district.
At the finish of our tour, the coach will take you comfortably to the port, providing at least 1-1.5 hours until the departure of the ship.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Our tours start at the port of Kiel. We pick up from all Kiel ports. The host will be holding a sign "VEXPERIO".
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(8)
Lucas was a great guide..Hamburg was very interesting
We enjoyed the excursion very much. Our tour guide Lucas was very personable and informative and Frank was a very good driver. We recommend this tour to anyone interested in learning something about Hamburg.
Enlightening excursion and great guide (Lukas)
The guide was knowledgable and provided a lot of background about Hamburg.
Tour guide was phenomenal. Loved Hamburg. Bus was comfortable and clean.
We really enjoyed Ralph’s humour and pace on this trip. He kept us all moving at the speed we needed to be to make sure we had enough free time to get back to the cruise ship. As 3 English people on a tour of Americans, Ralph walked us to the hofbrauhaus to make sure we knew where to go while everyone else stayed in the centre!
Very disorganized at pier departure. Excellent guide once he joined in Hamburg. Didn’t need 2 hours of free time. Could have seen more and still have one free hour
Dear Randy, Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the tour once your guide joined in Hamburg. Regarding the free time, our tours typically include around 60–75 minutes of free time, which we try to balance with sightseeing and guided activities. We appreciate your input and will keep it in mind as we continue improving the experience for future guests. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts, and we hope to welcome you on another Vexperio tour soon! Warm regards, Natalia Vexperio Team
We were quite happy with BRENT our guide for this tour. He joined us on the outskirts of Hamburg. A native of California he has lived in Hamburg for over 20 years. We saw many different neighborhoods and had several stops on a walking tour. My only Negative issue was that some sites I had really look forward to, such as SPEICHERSTADT, were seen only from the Bus and the better view of course was on the other side of the bus from where I was seated. Oh well. We had almost 2 hours of free time after our Bus tour and several walk around stops. That was quite nice and Brent made recommendations where to go for eating and shopping. Our driver was quite excellent and got us there and back each way in less than one and 1/2 hours so that optimized our time in Hamburg.
