11 Day Germany, Switzerland & Austria

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1 Mainz, 1 Heidelberg, 2 Lucerne, 2 Innsbruck, 1 Salzburg, 2 Munich
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Enjoy a Rhine River Cruise, view hilltop castles, terraced vineyards and villages of timber-framed houses Marvel at the thunderous Rhine Falls, one of Europe’s largest and most powerful View the Golden Roof, in the heart of historic Innsbruck Visit Bavaria's "Mad" King Ludwig's fantasy castle of Neuschwanstein, a symbol of idealized romance In sparkling Lucerne, in the heart of the Swiss Alps, visit the inspiring Lion Monument †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates

What's this trip about?

    1 Mainz, 1 Heidelberg, 2 Lucerne, 2 Innsbruck, 1 Salzburg, 2 Munich

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • Europe

Attractions

  • Alps
  • Frankfurt
  • Heidelberg
  • Innsbruck
  • Lucerne
  • Munich
  • Salzburg

Trip includes

    • Flights New York-Frankfurt, Munich-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 9 nights accommodations
    • 1 night Mainz 1 night Heidelberg or Mannheim 2 nights Lucerne 2 nights Innsbruck 1 night Salzburg 2 nights Munich Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 14 meals: 9 breakfasts, 5 dinners with wine Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Services of local guides per itinerary Entrance fees per itinerary

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Germany
Depart for Frankfurt, Germany

DAY 2, Sunday - Arrive in Frankfurt
Arrive in Frankfurt and transfer to your hotel in nearby Mainz or Darmstadt. The remainder of the day is on your own to rest and relax. In the evening at approximately 6 pm, an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager introduces you to the delightful program that lies...
DAY 3, Monday - Rhine River Cruise & Heidelberg City Tour
The morning begins with a cruise on the scenic Rhine. See stunning vistas of hilltop castles, terraced vineyards and villages of timber-framed houses along the course of the river. Pass the mighty Lorelei rock rising vertically from the waters named for the siren "Lorele...
DAY 4, Tuesday - Black Forest
Head south on a scenic drive through the Black Forest region, an area of unrivaled natural beauty with its dense forests of thick pine trees. Nestled in the forest, you will see some of the charming traditional homes with their long sloping roofs. Continue on a drive to ...
DAY 5, Wednesday - Full Day in Lucerne
A full day to explore the heart of central Switzerland. Begin the day at the inspiring Lion Monument, one of the best-known monuments in the country, created in remembrance of the heroic death of Swiss guard killed in 1792. Continue to the 14th century medieval Chapel Br...
DAY 6, Thursday - Neuschwanstein Castle
This morning drive through glorious Alpine scenery to visit Bavaria's "Mad" King Ludwig's fantasy castle of Neuschwanstein perched high above the valley below. This is one of the most visited castles in Germany and a symbol of idealized romantic architecture. Among the c...
DAY 7, Friday - Full Day in Innsbruck
Steeped in centuries of colorful history, Innsbruck features fine examples of Imperial splendor. Journey back in time with an array of splendid architectural gems from the Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical period. On your orientation tour, stop at the Golden ...
DAY 8, Saturday - Salzburg City Tour
After breakfast, travel to Salzburg. This baroque jewel was the birthplace of Mozart. The guided walking tour takes you to view the house where Mozart was born, as well as to the squares and gardens of this beautiful city, crowned by the 11th century Hohensalzburg Fortre...
DAY 9, Sunday - Explore Munich
This morning, continue to Munich. Arrive at Marienplatz square, cultural center of the city, dominated by the gothic New Town Hall housing Munich's world-famous Glockenspiel, which dates back to 1908. This colorful mechanical clock has life-size figures that dance to mus...
DAY 10, Monday - Full Day in Munich
A full day to enjoy Munich with its plethora of shops and restaurants and to explore at leisure. Perhaps, venture to the mountains on the optional tour to visit Linderhof Palace. Tonight, toast your final night in Munich with a delicious dinner at a local restaurant Optional: Linderhof Palace Tour (AM) Overnight: Munich Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 11, Tuesday - Depart Germany
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight Meals: Breakfast

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Optional Activities
Tyrolean Evening with drinks Enjoy a varied entertainment program including authentic folk music, Tyrolean dances and "shoe-slapping" as well as typical Tyrolean songs and "yodeling." Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 2 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $62 Eagle's Nest Tour Excursion into the surrounding countryside of Salzburg to the ruins of Obersalzberg, once an important mountain retreat for senior Nazi SS officers and top party members. Transfer to special motor coaches adapted for the scenic mountain climb to Hitler’s notorious "Eagle's Nest." Ascending with the original elevator to the Kehlsteinhaus, you’ll see dramatic views of the snowcapped peaks Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. This tour will not operate in April, May, late October and November. In the event of inclement weather, the Eagle's Nest will be closed and the optional will not operate. OnDay : 8 Price : $72 Seefeld with Carriage Ride Enjoy the spectacular alpine scenery as you travel by train high above the Inn Valley to Seefeld, the picturesque alpine village which hosted the skiing events of the Innsbruck Winter Olympics. Here the carriages await you for a leisurely ride through the town and around the lake. Afterwards, enjoy some time at leisure. Relax in the peaceful mountain atmosphere and sample some coffee and luscious "torte" cakes in one of the many sidewalk cafés. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $68 Mount Pilatus Tour Ascend the world's steepest cogwheel railway which winds up through lush meadows carpeted with Alpine flowers, past sparkling mountain streams and fascinating rock faces to Mt. Pilatus. After admiring splendid views of the Bernese Oberland and the snowcapped Swiss peaks from the summit at nearly 7000 feet, descend by aerial cableway and return to Lucerne. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. *From November to May and in the event of adverse weather, the cogwheel will be replaced by the aerial cable car. OnDay : 5 Price : $104 Linderhof Palace Tour A highlight of southern Bavaria is visited during this excursion to the high Alps. Admire the artistically decorated castle Linderhof built by "Mad" King Ludwig II along with a guided tour of the palace. Approximate tour duration is 5.5 hours. Due to limited capacity, advance purchase is highly recommended for this tour. Tickets are not available for purchase locally. OnDay : 10 Price : $39 Tyrolean Evening with drinks Enjoy a varied entertainment program including authentic folk music, Tyrolean dances and "shoe-slapping" as well as typical Tyrolean songs and "yodeling." Pick-up details to be advised locally. Approximate tour duration is 2 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $62 Eagle's Nest Tour Excursion into the surrounding countryside of Salzburg to the ruins of Obersalzberg, once an important mountain retreat for senior Nazi SS officers and top party members. Transfer to special motor coaches adapted for the scenic mountain climb to Hitler’s notorious "Eagle's Nest." Ascending with the original elevator to the Kehlsteinhaus, you’ll see dramatic views of the snowcapped peaks Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. This tour will not operate in April, May, late October and November. In the event of inclement weather, the Eagle's Nest will be closed and the optional will not operate. OnDay : 8 Price : $72 Seefeld with Carriage Ride Enjoy the spectacular alpine scenery as you travel by train high above the Inn Valley to Seefeld, the picturesque alpine village which hosted the skiing events of the Innsbruck Winter Olympics. Here the carriages await you for a leisurely ride through the town and around the lake. Afterwards, enjoy some time at leisure. Relax in the peaceful mountain atmosphere and sample some coffee and luscious "torte" cakes in one of the many sidewalk cafés. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. OnDay : 7 Price : $68 Mount Pilatus Tour Ascend the world's steepest cogwheel railway which winds up through lush meadows carpeted with Alpine flowers, past sparkling mountain streams and fascinating rock faces to Mt. Pilatus. After admiring splendid views of the Bernese Oberland and the snowcapped Swiss peaks from the summit at nearly 7000 feet, descend by aerial cableway and return to Lucerne. Approximate tour duration is 4 hours. *From November to May and in the event of adverse weather, the cogwheel will be replaced by the aerial cable car. OnDay : 5 Price : $104 Linderhof Palace Tour A highlight of southern Bavaria is visited during this excursion to the high Alps. Admire the artistically decorated castle Linderhof built by "Mad" King Ludwig II along with a guided tour of the palace. Approximate tour duration is 5.5 hours. Due to limited capacity, advance purchase is highly recommended for this tour. Tickets are not available for purchase locally. OnDay : 10 Price : $39
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Additional Information: Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.

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