Berlin (Warnemünde), Germany

Palace of Tears: Extension to Berlin Your Way

Cold War History and Modern Berlin Contemplate Berlin’s Cold War history during a visit to the Tränenpalast (“Palace of Tears”) and Friedrichstrasse. At the end of your Berlin Your Way included tour, meet your guide at the Viking Information Point, and transfer to Friedrichstrasse—where Checkpoint Charlie and Friedrichstrasse once served as border controls. Today, it is a modern boulevard, home to shops and cultural attractions. Walk to the “Palace of Tears,” named after the emotional farewells that occurred here as East Germans were separated from Western friends and family members. Here, gain deeper insight into the lessons learned from this failed attempt to divide the city and hear stories of bravery and resilience. After, meet your escort at the Viking Information Point for the coach transfer back to the train station, where you board the train for the return journey to the ship. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.