Highlights
Magical cities of Germany |
22 Nights | 23 Days |
EUG 7 C |
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Destination |
Germany |
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Continent |
Europe |
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Location |
It is bordered to the north by Denmark, to the east by Poland and the Czech Republic, to the south by Austria and Switzerland, and to the west by France, Luxemburg, Belgium and the Netherlands |
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Capital City |
Berlin |
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Language |
German |
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Currency |
Euro |
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Season |
May – October |
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Airport |
Munich | Dusseldorf | Frankfurt | Berlin |
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Time Zone |
Winter (GMT +2:00), Summer (GMT +3:00) |
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Dial Code |
+49 |
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Tour Type |
Family Tour | Honeymoon Tour | Leisure Tour |
Package Itinerary
Day 01Arrive Munich
Upon arrival Munich Airport,
transfer to your hotel and check-in. Relax for the day. In evening admire the
illuminated monuments and fountains that make Munich such a delightful city.
The night tour will take you to the Hofbrauhaus, the famous beer hall in the
centre of Munich. Afterwards, continue through the former bohemian quarter
Schwabing, which is home to many bars and restaurants. Heading onwards to the
Olympic Grounds, ascend the magnificent Olympic Tower and absorb the
breathtaking panorama of the city by night. Over Night stay at Munich.
Day 02Munich City Tour
After B/F, take the Hop on
Hop Off ticket atop the open air double-decker buses. The route presents to you
famous sights like the Pinakotheken art museums, the world famous Hofbrauhaus,
the National Theater with the Royal Palace, Marienplatz and the Viktualien
market with its colourful outdoor stalls. Over Night stay at Munich.
Day 03Munich Excursion to Castle
After B/F, full day
excursion to visit the castles Neuschwanstein and Linderhof. Hidden in the
seclusion of the mountains King Ludwig II built two of his dream castles:
Neuschwanstein and Linderhof. This excursion shows you two extraordinary
castles, both testifying to the vision of Bavaria's fairytale King. A short
shopping stop is included in Oberammergau. Over Night stay at Munich.
Day 04Munich – Train Journey – Leipzig
After B/F, check-out from
Munich Hotel and head to the station to board the train to Leipzig (4 hours).
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and check-in and relax. Leipzig – the
oldest trade town in Germany, be enchanted and inspired by magnificent old
civil houses. Explore and experience the feeling of the historical city of
trade in the Grunderzeit and the boom town of the 90's. Over Night stay at
Leipzig.
Day 05Leipzig Free Day
After B/F, the day is free
for leisure and spends time at the local cafes savoring the authentic fare.
Over Night stay at Leipzig.
Day 06Leipzig – Train Journey – Dresden City Tour
After B/F, check-out from
Leipzing Hotel and head to the train station to catch the train departing for the
UNESCO heritage city of Dresden (2 hours). This is the Saxon capital and houses
some 30 internationally acclaimed museums. The best way to orient yourself with
this city is atop the double decker bus that provides you the ideal
opportunity. Over Night stay at Dresden.
Day 07Dresden
After B/F, the rest of the
day is free for you to explore this very rich city further. Buy the Dresden
card that allows for free travel in the public buses, trams in the city and the
surrounds. Over Night stay at Dresden.
Day 08Dresden – Train Journey – Berlin City Tour
After B/F, check-out from
Dresden Hotel and transfer to train station to board a train departing to the
captivating city of Berlin (1.5 hour). Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and
check-in. Berlin hop-on hop-off tour allows you to hop-on and off as many
times as you like a board open top double decker buses. Many must-see Berlin
attractions are easily accessible enroute including Checkpoint Charlie,
Berliner Dom (Cathedral), Pergamon Museum, Brandenburg Gate and the enchanting
Charlottenburg Palace. The rest of the evening is free for you. Over Night stay
at Berlin.
Day 09Berlin Excursion Potsdam
After B/F, visit to Potsdam –
the Brandenburg State Capital and former centre of Prussia with its castles and
gardens which are part of UNESCO's world cultural heritage and the marvelous Old
Town. During a half day excursion you can combine a visit of Sanssouci Palace
(or any of the other charming palaces) with a short city tour or lunch. The
rest of the evening is free for you to either enjoy the various restaurants
that dot the promenades or indulge in some theatre. Over Night stay at Berlin.
Day 10Berlin – Train Journey – Hamburg
After B/F, check-out from
Berlin Hotel and board the train departing to Hamburg (1.5 Hour). Upon arrival,
transfer to your hotel and check-in. Welcome to the Northern star of Germany,
Hamburg – truly a metropolis and is also Germany's greenest and most attractive
cities. Water dominates the landscape and there are more bridges here than
there are in Venice and Amsterdam together. Hence a 1 hour cruise on Hamburg's
Alster Lake by boat is divine. Its only in Hamburg you can tour the city by
boat on the lake – on the Binnen and Aussen Alster lake. Experience all
the charm of the Alster with its lovely Alsterpark, villas and flotillas of
sailing boats set against the panoramic background of towers and church spires.
The evening is free for you to relax and enjoy the shopping, discotheques, pubs
and theatres in town. Over Night stay at Hamburg.
Day 11Hamburg City Tour
After B/F, opt an easy and
convenient hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. Stop at all the major attractions,
including St. Michael Church, the St. Pauli Fish Market and the infamous
Reeperbahn red-light district. Board one of the red double-decker buses at the
St. Pauli port landing piers or at the main station, and begin your sightseeing
adventure, hopping off at Town Hall Square, the Reeperbahn or at any other stop
on the route. Your ticket is valid for the whole day. Sit back and relax while
you enjoy these architectural highlights of Hamburg. Over Night stay at Hamburg.
Day 12Hamburg – Train Journey – Hannover
After B/F, check-out from
Hamburg Hotel and head to the train station and catch the train departing for
Hannover (1.5 hour). Upon checking into the hotel, rest a while and then its time
to 'walk along the Red Thread' this is a guideline on the pavement that
leads you to the most attractive sights in the city centre of Hannover. There
is a lot to discover here. Walk through different time periods, see the sights
around Leineschloss Palace, discovers the picturesque alleys in the Old Town
with their half-timbered facades. Spend the evening at the lively city centre
with its impressive shopping mile. Only a stone's throw away is the Maschsee
Lake that invites you to enjoy a multitude of leisure facilities all around the
lake. Over Night stay at Hannover.
Day 13Hannover
After B/F, explore the city
using Hannover card. The Zoo with its natural animal habitats is Europe's
adventure zoo number one. Hannover is also particularly great for shopping and
the core of the Old Town is where the visitor finds everything. Enjoy the day
exploring the city. Over Night stay at Hannover.
Day 14Hannover – Train Journey – Cologne City Tour
After early B/F, check-out
from Hannover Hotel and transfers to the train station to board the train departing
for Cologne (2.5 hours). The city and cathedral which is listed World Cultural
Heritage by UNESCO, abandon yourself to the vibrant life in the shopping malls,
to the traditional brewery taverns and picturesque pubs in the Old Town. Come
to Cologne and celebrate carnival in the stronghold of Rhenian cheerfulness.
Once you have checked into your hotel its time for your Hop on hop
off City tour. The bus provides you the ideal opportunity to get to
know this fascinating city Cologne at the River Rhine. Spend the rest of the
evening at any of the taverns or local restaurants. Over Night stay at Cologne.
Day 15Cologne River Cruise
After B/F, the day is free
for you to enjoy a scenic river cruise on the Rhine to the neat town of Konigswinter
at famous Drachenfels today. The return cruise to Cologne is later in the
afternoon. This is a perfect way to spend the day here. Over Night stay at
Cologne.
Day 16Cologne – Train Journey – Frankfurt City Tour
After B/F, check-out from
Cologne Hotel and transfer to the train station to board a train departs for Frankfurt
(1 hour). This is truly the city of contrasts and is the heart of Europe. With
the German Stock exchange, the Central European bank, and more than 300 credit
institutions from all over the world the 1,200 years old trade centre is one of
the main European financial hubs. Following your check-in, its time
to explore this dynamic city on a hop-on hop-off bus tour and enjoy
sightseeing at your own pace. The afternoon is free for you to further explore
the highlights of this city like the famous Zeil shopping street, the
picturesque Romerberg square, birthplace of Von Goethe and the city's
impressive banking district. Return back to the hotel and the rest of the
day is free for you. Over Night stay at Frankfurt.
Day 17Frankfurt Excursion Baden Baden
After B/F, Germany is also
famous for its Black Forest and this is exactly where you are headed today.
Baden - Baden is one of Europe´s most beautiful health resorts and best
preserved thermal bath houses. If you want to spend your day at the thermal
bath (additional charges) the bus picks you up there again at 6 PM. For all
other guests, you will visit Germany´s oldest and most beautiful Casino and the
legendary lake 'Mummelsee' which is situated in the dark woods of the Black
Forest. Enjoy a well rested evening at your hotel. Over Night stay at Frankfurt.
Day 18Frankfurt – Train Journey – Heidelberg
After B/F, check-out from
Frankfurt Hotel and head back to the train station to catch the train to
Heidelberg (1 hour). Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel and check-in. Heidelberg
is one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. During your stay here you will
see the world famous castle ruins, Gothic and Renaissance buildings, the large
courtyard, the mighty terrace and the world´s largest wine barrel. In the
medieval town centre of Heidelberg you must visit the Church of Holy Spirit,
the House of the Knights with its precious Renaissance facade, small lanes with
half timbered houses, the Old Bridge, Karlstor and much more. Over Night stay at
Heidelberg.
Day 19Heidelberg
After B/F, enjoy this
pretty city and explore more at your own pace. Over Night stay at Heidelberg.
Day 20Heidelberg – Train Journey – Stuttgart
After B/F, check-out from
Heidelberg Hotel and head towards train station for 1 hour train journey to Stuttgart,
the capital of the Baden-Wurttemberg state. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel
and check-in. The best way to familiarize yourself with the city is a guided
tour. As you stroll through the Palace Gardens (Schlossgarten), past celebrated
landmarks, and around the city centre, gain an invaluable insight into the
city's history and development. You could try some of the authentic food from
this part of Germany at any of the many cafes dotting the promenades. Over Night
stay at Stuttgart.
Day 21Stuttgart City Tour
After B/F, visit the
Wilhelma Zoo, the Collegiate church, the Ludwigsburg Palace, the Solitude
castle etc. There are a variety of sights that are great to see and experience.
Later in the evening you could unwind at any of the Beer Gardens that are so
famous in Stuttgart. Over Night stay at Stuttgart.
Day 22Stuttgart – Museum Visit
After B/F, visit the
Porsche Museum and the Mercedes Benz Museum and a few of the lovely museums and
art galleries that again make Stuttgart so famous. The rest of the day is free
for you to further explore the city and take in the sights and sounds. Over
Night stay at Stuttgart.
Day 23Stuttgart – Frankfurt Airport – Onward Destination Journey
After B/F, check-out from
Stuttgart Hotel and transfer to the train station to catch the train departs to
Frankfurt Airport (1.5 hours). Upon arrival, board a flight departing for
onward destination journey.