Germany Explorer Private Journey

You will be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to spend at your leisure.

After breakfast meet your guide at the lobby of your hotel and travel to Rüdesheim. Short tour of the city‘s historic center. Next board a ship and sail along the most picturesque stretch of the Rhine: the Lorelei valley. During the cruise enjoy a wine tasting. Disembark in St. Goar and return to Frankfurt. (B)

In the morning you will travel to Heidelberg to visit the famous castle, followed by a tour of the historic city center. Idyllically located on the shores of the Neckar River, Heidelberg is Germany’s oldest university town and one of the most popular destinations in the country. Travel to Baden-Baden, the former summer residence of the European nobility and worldwide known for its thermal baths. Continue to lovely Freiburg, famous for its beautiful church tower. (B)

The Rhine River forms the natural border between Germany and France. After crossing the river, you will arrive in Colmar. This city is known for its outstanding wines and architectural heritage that reflect the long history of this region and the German and French influences. Enjoy a typical Alsatian lunch. After lunch, continue to Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace, for a city tour. Being the base of several European institutions, Strasbourg is also a symbolic capital of Europe. In the afternoon, return to Freiburg. (B)

After breakfast, drive to the Black Forest and enjoy a short presentation on the cuckoo clock production. After that continue the tour to the small island of Lindau in Lake Constance, which offers spectacular views of the Alps. Depending on weather conditions, take the Alpine road from Lindau to Oberstaufen and Immenstadt to our final destination Füssen, the southernmost point on your tour of Romantic Germany. (B)

Start the day with a visit to Neuschwantstein Castle, built by Ludwig II, the notorious “Mad King.” In the afternoon, travel to Oberammergau, famous for its Passion Play and lovely crafts. Along the way, visit the Wieskirche Church and take a brief stop at the Ettal Benedictine Abbey before continuing the tour to visit Linderhof Castle. This is one of the three castles built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and the only one where the King actually lived for a significant amount of time. In the evening, return to Fussen. (B)

In the morning travel to Munich, the capital of Bavaria. Visit the city’s main attractions, concluding the tour at the Marienplatz square with its famous clock tower. Munich, the capital of the state of Bavaria is famous for its Oktoberfest, which is annually celebrated in September. The evening is free to explore at your leisure. (B)

After breakfast, start your day with an excursion to Berchtesgaden, a typical Alpine village at the foot of Mount Watzmann. The region’s attractions include the salt mines, Lake Konigssee and Obersalzberg with the Eagle’s Nest, once the site of Hitler’s mountain retreat. After a visit to the Eagle’s Nest, take time for an optional boat tour on Lake Kongssee. In the afternoon, return to Munich. (B)

In the morning travel to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Romantic Germany. Sightseeing tour of this lovely medieval town concluding with a Schneeballen (snow ball) tasting, a pastry considered the signature dish of Rothenburg. Next, travel to Nuremberg. Visit Nuremberg’s historic city center and learn more about its impressive history with a tour of the well-preserved castle, Gothic churches, romantic houses and peaceful squares. (B)

Visit the Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Ground. Still today, the gigantic remains of buildings in the sou- thern districts of Nuremberg are a reminder of the megalo- mania of the National Socialist regime. Across eleven square kilometers, a monumental backdrop was to be created for the self-staging of the Nazi Party. Today the unfinished Congress Hall, houses the Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds.(B)

Travel from Nuremberg to Wurzberg, a pretty town on the baks of the Mian. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city, including a visit to the Residenz Palace in Wurzburg. On the way to Frankfurt, make a brief stop at the Maspelburnn Castle. (B)

You will be transferred to the Frankfurt airport for your return flight home. (B)