12 Days / 11 Nights
6 Cities
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The Ultimate Germany Experience – 11 Nights / 12 Days
This immersive journey takes travelers through six unforgettable destinations: Berlin (2N), Dresden (1N), Rothenburg ob der Tauber (2N), Mainz (2N), Schwangau (2N), and Munich (2N), blending history, architecture, and Bavarian charm.
The tour begins with arrival in Berlin, followed by a guided city tour covering the iconic Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag with its glass dome, Unter den Linden, and Museum Island. From Berlin, travelers head to Dresden, exploring the restored Frauenkirche, the Semper Opera House, and the Baroque Zwinger Palace.
Next, the journey continues to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany's best-preserved medieval town on the Romantic Road, with a stop in Weimar en route. Guests enjoy an orientation walk through cobbled streets and half-timbered houses, followed by a full guided tour with panoramic views from the ancient city walls.
The route then moves to Mainz, via Frankfurt, where landmarks like the Römer and Frankfurt Cathedral are explored, along with a visit to the Gutenberg Museum. A highlight is the scenic Rhine River Cruise, passing vineyards and castles, with a vineyard walk in Bacharach and a farm-to-table lunch featuring local wine tasting.
From Mainz, travelers proceed to Schwangau, stopping in Heidelberg to admire Heidelberg Castle and the Old Bridge, followed by a Black Forest tasting experience. In Schwangau, guests visit the breathtaking Neuschwanstein Castle, built by King Ludwig II, along with the charming Old Town of Füssen.
The final leg takes travelers to Munich, passing through Oberammergau and the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site for reflection. In Munich, guests choose between a guided walking tour or a visit to the Residenz Palace, with leisure time at Marienplatz and optional visits to Nymphenburg Palace and BMW Welt.
Inclusions: Accommodation across all six cities, daily breakfast (except arrival day), meals as per itinerary, seat-in-coach sightseeing and transfers, and 2% TCS.
Exclusions: 5% GST, airfare, visa and travel insurance, airport/train transfers, meals not mentioned, optional tours, entrance fees, personal expenses (tips, laundry, beverages), and city/tourist tax.
This Germany tour package is ideal for travelers seeking a rich blend of historic cities, fairy-tale castles, and scenic Rhine Valley landscapes across 12 unforgettable days.
Tour Itinerary
Upon arrival in Berlin, guests are transferred to their hotel to complete the check-in process. The afternoon is free to explore the city at your own pace, with the option to stroll along the famous Ku'damm shopping boulevard. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight stay in Berlin.
- Arrive in Berlin, hotel check-in, free time to explore Ku'damm boulevard, dinner at local restaurant.
After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour of Berlin with a Local Expert. Drive along the famous Ku'damm, pass the Memorial Church, and see the Reichstag with its iconic glass dome. Visit the Brandenburg Gate, stroll along Unter den Linden, and see Humboldt University, the State Opera, and Museum Island. The rest of the day is free to explore Berlin at your own pace or take an optional excursion to Potsdam. Overnight stay in Berlin.
- Guided Berlin tour: Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, Museum Island; free time or optional Potsdam trip.
After breakfast, travel from Berlin to Dresden and join a Local Expert for a guided city tour. Visit the restored Frauenkirche, admire the famous Procession of the Princes mosaic, and see the Semper Opera House, the magnificent cathedral, and the Baroque Zwinger Palace. Despite the destruction of World War II, Dresden beautifully preserves its rich German history and stunning Baroque architecture. Overnight stay in Dresden.
- Travel to Dresden, guided tour of Frauenkirche, Zwinger Palace & Semper Opera House.
After breakfast, travel from Dresden to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, stopping in Weimar along the way. Join a Local Expert to explore the city associated with famous writers Goethe and Schiller. Continue to Rothenburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval towns on the Romantic Road. Enjoy an orientation walk through cobbled streets, past traditional half-timbered houses and the Renaissance town hall in the market square. In the evening, enjoy a Dine-Around experience at a selected restaurant in the Old Town. Overnight stay in Rothenburg ob der Tauber.
- Weimar stop, arrive Rothenburg's medieval Old Town, orientation walk & evening Dine-Around experience.
Enjoy a guided tour of Rothenburg ob der Tauber with a Local Expert. Walk through the charming cobbled streets and admire the town's historic beauty before taking in panoramic views from the ancient city walls. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city on your own. Overnight stay in Rothenburg ob der Tauber.
- Guided Rothenburg tour: cobbled streets, panoramic city wall views, free time to explore independently.
Travel from Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Frankfurt and explore the city with a Local Expert. See famous landmarks including the Römer, European Central Bank, Frankfurt Cathedral, and Paulskirche, followed by a tasting of traditional Apfelwein. Continue to Mainz, where you will enjoy a guided visit to the Gutenberg Museum, celebrating the invention of the printing press. Overnight stay in Mainz.
- Explore Frankfurt's Römer & Cathedral, Apfelwein tasting, then Mainz's Gutenberg Museum visit.
Start the day with a scenic cruise along the Rhine, passing vineyards, charming villages, and historic castles. Arrive in Bacharach for a vineyard walk with a Local Expert and learn about this UNESCO-listed wine region. Enjoy a Farm-to-Table lunch at Stüber's with regional dishes and local wine tasting. Return to Mainz. Overnight stay in Mainz.
- Rhine River cruise past castles, Bacharach vineyard walk, farm-to-table lunch with wine tasting.
Travel from Mainz to Heidelberg and join a Local Expert to explore the charming Altstadt. See Germany's oldest university, the Gothic Church of the Holy Spirit, and enjoy views of Heidelberg Castle from the Old Bridge. Continue to the Black Forest to taste authentic Black Forest Gateau and discover traditional hand-carved cuckoo clocks. Later, enjoy a scenic drive along Lake Constance before arriving in Schwangau at the foot of the Bavarian Alps. Overnight stay in Schwangau.
- Explore Heidelberg's Altstadt & Castle, Black Forest Gateau tasting, scenic drive to Schwangau.
Enjoy a visit to the magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle (subject to availability), built by King Ludwig II. Explore its beautifully decorated rooms, including the Throne Room and Lohengrin Courtyard. Later, discover the charming Old Town of Füssen and visit the Heritage Museum at the former St. Mang Benedictine monastery. Overnight stay in Schwangau.
- Visit fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle, explore Füssen's Old Town & Heritage Museum.
Travel from Schwangau to Munich through the beautiful Alpine landscape, stopping in Oberammergau, a village famous for its Passion Play. Experience a visit to a local wood sculptor's workshop. Continue to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site for a respectful visit of remembrance and reflection. Please note that the guided tour is only available for guests aged 14 and above. Arrive in Munich and enjoy the evening at leisure. Overnight stay in Munich.
- Alpine drive via Oberammergau, wood sculptor visit, Dachau Memorial (ages 14+), arrive Munich.
Today, choose between a guided walking tour with a Local Expert through the city centre or a visit to the famous Residenz Palace, including its museum and Treasury. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring Bavaria's capital, visiting museums, relaxing at Marienplatz, or joining an optional visit to Nymphenburg Palace and BMW Welt. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight stay in Munich.
- Choose Munich walking tour or Residenz Palace visit; leisure time at Marienplatz, dinner included.
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and make your own way to the airport according to your flight schedule for your journey home. Your holiday concludes with wonderful memories.
- Breakfast, hotel checkout, independent transfer to airport for departure flight home.
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DaysWhat's Included
Accommodation
✅ 02 Nights' accommodation in Berlin
✅ 01 Night' accommodation in Dresden
✅ 02 Nights' accommodation in Rothenburg
✅ 02 Nights' accommodation in Mainz
✅ 02 Nights' accommodation in Schwangau
✅ 02 Nights' accommodation in Munich
Meals
✅ Daily Breakfast (Except on Day of Arrival)
✅ Meals as mentioned in the above itinerary
Sightseeing & Transfers
✅ Sightseeing and transfers as mentioned in the itinerary by seat-in-coach
Taxes
✅ 2% TCS
What's Not Included
Taxes
❌ 5% GST
❌ City tax or tourist tax
Flights & Visa
❌ Any Airfare
❌ Visa and travel insurance charges
Transfers
❌ Airport or train station transfers to and from the hotel
Meals
❌ Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Sightseeing
❌ Optional tours and sightseeing not specified in the package
❌ Entrance fees, video, or camera permit charges
Personal Expenses
❌ Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, and beverages
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Tour Policy
The package includes accommodation across six destinations: 2 nights in Berlin, 1 night in Dresden, 2 nights in Rothenburg, 2 nights in Mainz, 2 nights in Schwangau, and 2 nights in Munich. All stays are pre-arranged as part of the fixed itinerary, with room categories and hotel names not specified in this document.
Daily breakfast is included throughout the trip, except on the day of arrival. Additional meals are provided only as specifically mentioned in the itinerary (such as select dinners and one lunch). Any meals not listed are not included and must be arranged independently by the traveler.
All sightseeing and transfers mentioned in the itinerary are conducted on a seat-in-coach (SIC) basis, meaning travelers join a shared group tour rather than a private vehicle. Notably, airport or train station transfers to and from the hotel are excluded and must be arranged separately.
The guided tour of the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on Day 10 is only available for guests aged 14 and above, reflecting the sensitive nature of the site. Younger travelers may need alternate arrangements during this visit.
Several costs are not included in the package price and must be borne by the traveler directly, including 5% GST, city/tourist tax, entrance fees, video, or camera permit charges, visa and travel insurance, and personal expenses such as tips, laundry, telephone calls, and beverages.
Tour FAQ
The 11 Nights / 12 Days tour covers six destinations: Berlin (2N), Dresden (1N), Rothenburg ob der Tauber (2N), Mainz (2N), Schwangau (2N), and Munich (2N), with additional stops in Weimar, Frankfurt, Bacharach, Heidelberg, Oberammergau, and Dachau.
Daily breakfast is included (except on the day of arrival), along with select lunches and dinners as specified in the itinerary. Meals not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
The guided tour of the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site is only available for guests aged 14 and above, due to the sensitive and historical nature of the site.
All sightseeing and transfers included in the itinerary operate on a seat-in-coach (SIC) basis, meaning travelers join a shared group tour rather than a private vehicle.
The package excludes 5% GST, airfare, visa and travel insurance, airport/train transfers, entrance fees, optional tours, personal expenses (tips, laundry, beverages), and city/tourist tax.
