The Heart of Germany

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This 12-day tour will take you deep into the heart of Germany to see its enchanting cities and beautiful surrounding regions
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Discover the charm of Frankfurt and enjoy a short sail trip to the Lorelei valley
    • Visit a local Black Forest Farm and enjoy a cheese tasting
    • Explore Füssen and the Neuschwanstein Castle
    • Enjoy a tour around Munich visiting important sites like Marienplatz
    • Taste a “snow ball” in Rothenburg, a traditional German cake

What's this trip about?

    This 12-day tour will take you deep into the heart of Germany to see its enchanting cities and beautiful surrounding regions

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 22 people
Age range18 to 64 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Germany

Attractions

  • Frankfurt
  • Nuremberg

Trip includes

    • 11 Nights’ accommodation at listed hotels or similar
    • Daily breakfast with one welcome dinner in Frankfurt
    • Traditional Alsatian dinner
    • Typical regional dinner in Munich
    • Arrival and departure airport transfers
    • Transportation by modern motor-coach
    • English-speaking tour guide
    • Entrance fees as to: Heidelberg Castle
    • Neuschwanstein Castle
    • Linderhof Castle
    • The Residence Palace of Würzburg
    • Rhine cruise with wine tasting
    • Visit to a cuckoo clock visitor center
    • Visit a local Black Forest farm with wine tasting
    • Visit to the Eagle’s Nest
    • Snow ball tasting in Rothernburg
    • All applicable taxes

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Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1: FRANKFURT (ARRIVAL)

Upon arrival at Frankfurt airport you will be met by one of our representatives. You will be transferred to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day free to spend at your leisure. Frankfurt is the financial and commercial heart of Germany, a city full of fascina...

Day 2: FRANKFURT - RDESHEIM - ST. GOAR - FRANKFURT (B)

After breakfast, travel to Rüdesheim where you will enjoy a 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, learn about the legend and see why it is one of the most beaut...

Day 3: FRANKFURT - HEIDELBERG - BADEN-BADEN - FREIBURG (B)

In the morning, travel to Heidelberg to visit the famous castle. The Heidelberg Castle ruins are among the most important Renaissance structures north of the Alps. It has only been partially rebuilt since its demolition in the 17th and 18th centuries. It is loc...

Day 4: FREIBURG - COLMAR - STRASBOURG FREIBURG (B)

The Rhine River forms the natural border between Germany and France. After crossing the river we arrive in Colmar, France. This city is known for its outstanding wines and architectural heritage that reflect the long history of this region and the German and Fr...

Day 5: FREIBURG - LINDAU - FSSEN (B/D)

After breakfast, drive to the Black Forest and enjoy a short presentation on the cuckoo clock production. Continue to a small traditional Black Forest farm where you will have a cheese tasting and you see the real Black Forest. The Black Forest is a region that...

Day 6: NEUSCHWANSTEIN - OBERAMMERGAU - LINDERHOF FSSEN (B)

Start the day with a visit to Neuschwanstein Castle, built by Ludwig II, the notorious “Mad King“. At midday, 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 Be...

Day 7: FSSEN MUNICH (B/D)

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 ...

Day 8: MUNICH - BERCHTESGADEN - MUNICH (B)

After breakfast, start our day excursion to Berchtesgaden. Berchtesgaden is a typical traditional Alpine village at the foot of Mount Watzmann. The region’s attractions include the salt mines, Lake Königssee and Obersalzberg with the Eagle’s Nest, once the site...

Day 9: MUNICH - ROTHENBURG OB DER TAUBER NUREMBERG (B)

In the morning, travel to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Romantic Germany. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of this lovely medieval town that will conclude with a Schneeballen (snow ball) tasting, a pastry considered the signat...

Day 10: NUREMBERG - BAMBERG - BAYREUTH NUREMBERG (B)

Start the day with a visit to the city of Bamberg, which is famous for its beer and old town. The city impresses with buildings listed for preservation, medieval charm and baroque architecture. Continue to Bayreuth, which has the most beautiful preserved Baroqu...

Day 11: NUREMBERG - WRZBURG FRANKFURT (B)

In the morning, travel from Nuremberg to Würzburg, a pretty town on the banks of the Main. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city, one of the tour highlights is a visit to the Residenz Palace in Würzburg. On the way to Frankfurt, you will have a brief stop at the Mespelbrunn Castle.

Overnight in Frankfurt

Day 12: FRANKFURT (B)

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and, at the arranged time, you will be transferred to the airport in time for your return flight. 

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,759
Price per day$230
Single supplement (single occupancy)$599
Last Updated: 2/22/2024

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International and domestic flights
    • Visa fees, if applicable
    • Beverages with meals
    • Items of a personal nature, tips & gratuities
    • Travel insurance
    • Items not mentioned as included

Transportation & Flights

Deluxe AC Vehicle,

Transportation & flights

Deluxe AC Vehicle
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Meals Included
Daily Breakfast, sSpecial Dinner
Age Requirements
18 to 64 years
Additional Information
Trip ID
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