Railbookers
Berlin and Amsterdam from Amsterdam
Round-trip rail journey linking Amsterdam and Berlin, eight days
8 daysfrom $1,199
25% rail
Railbookers
Berlin and Amsterdam
Seven-day Berlin to Amsterdam rail journey on Deutsche Bahn
Railbookers operates this seven-day, six-night rail trip that begins in Berlin and ends in Amsterdam. The first three nights are based in Berlin, where a guided walking tour covers the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, the Reichstag, and the Holocaust Memorial, followed on day 3 by a day trip to the Sachsenhausen concentration camp. On day 4, a train carries travelers to Amsterdam for the second half of the trip, also a three-night stay. In Amsterdam, a small-group food tour introduces family-run restaurants along streets that, as the operator puts it, are a living part of history, and the remaining day is left open for wandering the city's neighborhoods and shops at your own pace. The trip favors depth over movement: two cities, two hotels, and a mix of free time and guided highlights. It suits travelers who want both structured historical touring and unscheduled time to explore, rather than a trip packed with daily transfers.
What to know before you look closer
- The trip pairs guided tours (the Berlin walking tour, the Sachsenhausen day trip, and the Amsterdam food tour) with unguided free time on other days, including day 1, day 6, and the morning of day 7, so you make your own way around the city on those days.
Day by day
- Day 1overnight: Berlin
Your Journey Begins in Berlin
Welcome to Berlin! Check in at your hotel for a three-night stay. Begin exploring the vibrant city at your leisure. Perhaps visit the Brandenburg Gate or take a stroll down Unter den Linden.
- Day 2overnight: Berlin
Discover Berlin Walking Tour
Join a guided walking tour to discover Berlin’s key historical and cultural landmarks. Visit the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, the Reichstag, and the Holocaust Memorial. Learn about the city's history from your expert guide.
- Day 3overnight: Berlin
Day Trip to Sachsenhausen
Today, embark on a poignant day trip to Sachsenhausen concentration camp. Reflect on the historical significance of this site with a guided tour. Return to Berlin in the afternoon and spend the evening at your leisure.
- Day 4railovernight: Amsterdam
Berlin to Amsterdam
Board a train to Amsterdam and check in at your hotel for a three-night stay. Spend the rest of the day exploring Amsterdam’s picturesque streets and vibrant neighborhoods.
- Day 5overnight: Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Today you will explore Amsterdam on an amazing food tour! You'll walk through streets that are a living part of history where every building and courtyard tells a story. Your guide will introduce you to family-run businesses and restaurants. And of course you will be able to eat all the delicious food.
- Day 6overnight: Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Wander through the narrow streets of Amsterdam, lined with boutiques and cafes, and experience the vibrant atmosphere. Explore this impressive and historic city today at your leisure.
- Day 7rail
Your Journey Ends in Amsterdam
Check out of your hotel after breakfast this morning and continue with your travels. If you’d like to extend your journey to another city, just ask your Rail Expert and we can help you make all the arrangements.
The moments this trip is built around
- Day 2A guided walking tour covers the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie, the Reichstag, and the Holocaust Memorial.
- Day 3A day trip visits the Sachsenhausen concentration camp with a guided tour.
- Day 5A small-group food tour walks through Amsterdam streets, stopping at family-run restaurants and businesses.
Included
- Rail travel as per itinerary
- 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Berlin
- 3 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in Amsterdam
- Walking Tour of Berlin
- Day Trip - Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
- Small Group Food Tour of Amsterdam
Questions travellers ask
- Is train travel included?
- Yes. Rail travel is included as part of the itinerary, with the Berlin to Amsterdam leg on day 4.
- Is this trip guided or independent?
- It's a mix. Guided elements include a Berlin walking tour, the Sachsenhausen day trip, and a small-group Amsterdam food tour, with other days left free to explore at your own pace.
- Which train operates the route?
- Deutsche Bahn operates the rail journey between Berlin and Amsterdam.
- What is included at the hotels?
- Six nights total, three in Berlin and three in Amsterdam, each with breakfast included.
- How much walking is involved?
- The trip includes a guided walking tour of Berlin's landmarks and a walking food tour in Amsterdam, plus time to wander the streets of Amsterdam at your own pace.
