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Berlin Self-Drive Trabi Tour with Guide
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Berlin Self-Drive Trabi Tour with Guide

By Trabi-Safari - TrabiWorld Berlin
Recommended by 93% of travellers
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About
Germany’s vibrant capital, Berlin, is famous for its many cultural and historical attractions. See its highlights in one day by getting behind the wheel for this self-drive Trabi tour. You’ll avoid the crowds on public transportation, leaving navigation to your guide, and learn about various sights along the way. Also, you’ll discover why Trabi is one of Germany’s best-loved cars after your hands-on experience in one.
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Ages 0-99, max of 12 per group
Duration: 1h 15m
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: German, English
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Highlights
  • Save time by seeing many of Berlin’s top attractions in one tour
  • You won’t get lost: Follow your guide, who leads the Trabi convoy 
  • A rare opportunity to drive a classic East German car around Berlin
  • Live commentary from your guide, so you learn about the city as you drive 

  • Driving your own Trabant with standard gearbox (automatic gearbox only after prior consultation)
  • Live Guide in person
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Start your self-drive Trabi tour by meeting your guide at a location that’s easy to access by public transportation and close to local sights. First, take some time to get acquainted with your colorful car and its functions (all Trabi cars have a manual gearbox). Then head out, following your guide on a journey that covers many of Berlin’s top attractions such as Brandenburg Gate, Potsdamer Platz, and Unten den Linden. Admire the architecture as you drive past Berlin Cathedral, Rotes Rathaus, Berlin TV Tower, East Side Gallery, and Checkpoint Charlie. Along the way, hear commentary from your guide. Your day ends with a special souvenir gift of a Trabant driver’s license.

Start:
  • TrabiWorld Berlin, Zimmerstraße 97-100, 10117 Berlin, Germany
    Black and yellow entrance / be there 10 min prior start
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 33477P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • Most travellers can participate
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • Minimum age is 18 years
    • Children up to 17 years accompanied by at least one adult are free of charge
    • Evidence of a driver's license for non-automatic cars is required from all drivers
    • Maximum weight per vehicle is 770 lbs (350 kg)
    • Maximum people per vehicle is 4
    • Any child seats, if necessary, must be provided by the customer
    • In the case of an accident, the local tour operator will require a co-payment of EUR 850
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers

    • All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 33477P1

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    • You'll start at
      TrabiWorld Berlin
      Zimmerstraße 97-100, 10117 Berlin, Germany
      Black and yellow entrance / be there 10 min prior start
      See address & details
    • 1
      Trabi-Safari - TrabiWorld Berlin
      Stop: 10 minutes
      See details
      Pass by
      Potsdamer Platz
      Brandenburg Gate
      Unter den Linden
      Oberbaum Bridge
      Rotes Rathaus
    • 2
      East Side Gallery
      Stop: 5 minutes
      See details
      Pass by
      Checkpoint Charlie
    • You'll return to the starting point
    About the operator
    Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
    • Trabi-Safari - TrabiWorld Berlin
      900
      Berlin, Germany
      Joined in September 2009
    • shannon151035
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      OUTSTANDING
      Amazing!! I visited for a family holiday and we did the 5D experience…it was amazing. The man who was running it at the time (this morning/afternoon) was amazing and fun and kind and extremely enthusiastic and he made the experience really enjoyable!!🩷 Would definitely visit again! Outstanding service 🥰
      Written 18 February 2024
    • GundaBoy
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      For History Lovers
      A place for history lovers. An era where people in Germany used cars in what was then called GDR on the east side of the wall
      Written 14 June 2023
    • F6245OXchrisb
      0 contributions
      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Stuck behind the automatic trabbi with a bad driver
      The policy to put the automatic e- Trabbi first behind the guide means chances are the driving experience for all cars following behind will be less than fun. It is unlikely that people who book an automatic trabbi are in for the driving experience and therefore spoil it for the others. Very expensive for a very, very slow drive following a terrible driver.
      Written 6 May 2023
    • Ian H
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Absolute highlight of our weekend.
      Fantastic fun and informative way to learn a bit of history. Thomas our guide was fantastic although how he kept the convoy together I’ll never know! I only wish they did other tours as would like to go again. Maybe I’ll have to visit Dresden!
      Written 31 December 2022
    • LiamS575
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastiche!
      My partner and I had an amazing time, something I always wanted to do! The tour was excellent, our guide, the nicest and funniest you could hope for! We had the XXL tour which meant that we eneded up getting the last half to ourselves which was a nice treat. The cars aren't the easiest but you soon get used to them, even with the 'simulator' beforehand. Absolutely loved it and was a highlight to drive around the city and past many landmarks & monuments. An absolute must while you are here, & be sure to buy a mini version of your Trabant!
      Written 22 December 2022
    • karenwF5763HJ
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great fun
      Great fun & very funny commentary We learned a lot too. Quite an experience to drive !!! The reception on the commentary could have been a bit clearer but we were in a Trabi!!
      Written 31 October 2022
    • L8626UXdouglass
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A huge fun laugh a minute authentic informative Experience
      The best fun you can have on so many layers. the driving experience is fun , viseral and be prepared to wave at the camera wielding tourists as you parade thro some of the best , unusual, and secret places in Berlin. Highly informative guide, friendly, and attentive, no 9ne gets left. Learnt so much on so many levels, but overall we just laughed and laughed with fun from start to finosh. Hugely memorable time, highly recommend
      Written 4 October 2022
    • Alana S
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Brilliant… a must do!!
      Absolutely brilliant tour Informative & great way to see beautiful Berlin Axel was an amazing tour guide Highly recommend
      Written 29 September 2022
    • BronteBucket
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Iconic wheels for an iconic City!!
      My husband’s choice as we always do something transport related on our trips! We arrived at TrabiWorld and had a good briefing about these old Trabant cars. The pick-up area was fun of multi-coloured cara which look great but they are really small and not very roomy at all for a family of 4 (2 teenagers) however we squeezed in and off we went. We did the 2 hour follow the wall tour but there is a shorter one which might have been better in the 37 degree heat (we didn’t know this when we booked it)! The Safari did a one hour loop and then dropped off those on the shorter tour back at base camp. Clutch control was tricky but my husband really enjoyed the ride around the City in these iconic cars.
      Written 4 August 2022
    • Thorpeebda
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Would recommend!
      Great fun. Would highly recommend. Cars are good fun to drive and the running commentary is really good. You can squeeze a family of 4 in a car.
      Written 28 July 2022
    • Q9578ZFjustinc
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      May 22 Trabi Tour
      My old school friend and i were a little late turning up to the group Tour however the owner/manager Axel was kind enough to take us on a tour by himself. Much appreciate his flexibility and much enjoyed the trip around both West & East Berlin - all while figuring out the Trabi gears, brakes, and what to do with a whole 26 horsepower! An excellent way to explore Berlin, highly recommended - 5 stars from us! Justin & Phil.
      Written 3 June 2022
    • 264lloyds
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Brilliant 2 hour trabi drive!
      Really enjoyed the 2 hour Trabi driving!! Took a few mins to get used to car and the gears but no big problems! Roads were quiet as it was a Sunday - thankfully! The organiser drove his car at front of our 5 car convoy and was really good at making sure we all stayed together - stopping after red lights to enable the convoy to catch up. It was great that we had a 10 min break half way round as we could swap over the driving
      Written 30 May 2022
    • Almostgreynomad
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Just do it !!
      Brilliant experience !! Thoroughly recommend. We went on the XXL (long) tour. Two and half hours ..... Our guide Henrick (? sp) .... was hilarious .... we spent lots of the two hours laughing !! Guide gives a commentary over the 'radio'. He gave an 'official commentary' ... with lots of personal comments - hilarious !! OK .... maybe some of the laughing was nerves .... navigating Berlin traffic, whilst jostling gears & pedals, while on (for us) 'wrong side of road' ..... what could go wrong ? You become a 'tourist attraction' !! We were in a 'hot pink Trabi' .... as part of a small convoy ... lots of people took pictures / waved .... it was loads of fun ! Great way to see the sights and experience a part of Berlin's history.
      Written 7 May 2022
    • NottinghamFishcake
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great fun!
      An unusual and great fun experience driving around Berlin in a Trabbi. Well organised and led by an informative yet light hearted commentary by Thomas. Would definitely recommend as a Berlin highlight
      Written 30 November 2021
    • 1998seanw
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A unique experience
      A unique experience which allows you to drive a car from the past, whilst listening to an extremely knowledgeable guide over the radio
      Written 7 November 2021
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    Scarlettwoman001
    Manchester, UK302 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Tomas was great - a fabulous guide and superb leader.
    I drove the trabi with no problem and saw every sight and gained valuable insight.
    The whole experience was brilliant- unique I got the hang of the gear box in a few minutes on the trial boxes and felt safe and supported throughout- this was a real highlight of our trip
    Written 11 December 2023
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    ian1811
    Scotland, UK585 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Couples
    What an amazing experience to drive one of these iconic wee cars. We were able to do the tour with our guide giving English commentary. The sound and smell of 2 stroke brings back memories of growing up, FAB. The tour lasts just over and hour and takes you round the main sights of central Berlin. You also become a tourist attraction as well driving these.
    Written 16 August 2023
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    James
    Dublin, Ireland2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Absolutely AMAZING. The HIGLIGHT of my trip to Berlin. Gave myself and my son an amazing experience of sights around Berlin, without the hours of walking from one place to another. The cars can be a bit tricky, but after a few minutes they're no bother. Our guide Leonard was amazing, so knowledgeable and very funny. Would 100% recommend a visit to anyone travelling to Berlin!!
    Written 8 February 2022
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    Darryl R
    1 contribution
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2023
    The cars were fun to drive, if you're into old cars. The shift pattern is unusual, and the smell of 2 stroke oil is unmistakable. The guide's English was good and he had a sense of humor. Try to be close to the front of the caravan, because the Berlin traffic can be difficult. Tail end Charlie will constantly be a traffic signal or two behind. Everyone on the street seems to love to see the Trabis driving around.
    Written 9 July 2023
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    Zosia B
    Waterloo, Belgium1,430 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a fabulous experience. How many people can say they drove a trabi through the streets of Berlin. This was so much fun and the best tour we’ve don’t in a long time. A must do while in Berlin (as long as you can drive a manual transmission).
    Written 5 April 2022
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    Melanie K
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Family
    Fantastic fun thing you must do in Berlin, brings you to lots of sights around the city. Everyone waves and takes photos of you. Brilliant couple of hours filled with wonder and laughs.
    Written 2 September 2023
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    Kai S
    Oslo, Norway58 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This tour really made my day. I was laughing the whole tour.
    For me, the experience was not the historic tour itself, but driving around Berlin on a Trabant.
    You will not miss this.
    When you get your ticket, they have a gearshift simulator to learn how to shift gear. Hilarious 🤣
    The guide drive first in the row with 6 Travis and tell you where to drive and also give you the tour around Berlin. The guide was fantastic and guided us with a great amount of humor.
    The car was quite easy to drive and so funny. One of my funniest driving experiences.
    For sure I’m coming back.
    Written 10 September 2022
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    Amelia
    England, UK3 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2023 • Friends
    This was a fun and memorable experience that I would recommend. However, it's not easy getting to grips with driving the car and I felt like the support at the start was lacking and the woman slightly impatient with me. Because of the concentration required, I didn't take very much of the commentary or scenery in so I would say this is more of an experience than a tour. It was also quite hard to understand the guide over the radio at times.
    Written 23 February 2024
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    FarAway700387
    Craigellachie, UK2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a fantastic time we had driving around Berlin. Guide was fantastic and made you feel at ease. Stopped and waited for everyone to catch up so nobody was left out. Thoroughly recommend- if you’re brave enough to handle the trabant’s gears!
    Written 6 April 2023
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    Don B
    Tring, UK14 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2022 • Family
    Hysterical experience and my kids couldn’t believe it was really a car that people used and even waited ten years for! The fumes brought back memories of garden machinery and mopeds and the entire attack on the senses didn’t end there. Our guides were aware of how ridiculous the whole thing is and had their tongues firmly planted in their cheeks all the way from arrival all the way through to the commentary which was delivered at volume into the car as we drove in convoy around Berlin.

    I thoroughly recommend this as a fun experience and don’t just leave the driving to your other half. Have a go as my Wife did. We didn’t stop laughing for ages and my Son now wants to buy a Trabant for the UK!
    Written 22 December 2022
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