The Best Of Germany - 8 Day Luxury Independent Tour | 
| Germany is an intoxicating brew of fast cars and fairytale castles, although an equally enduring image is of lederhosen-clad Bavarians hoisting beer steins at Munich’s famous Oktoberfest. Neither of these stereotypes reflects the diversity of Germany’s towns and cities, from romantic Heidelberg, the medieval Nuremberg, to the cosmopolitan decadence of Berlin. The country boasts 30 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, each awash with a torrent of enchanting sites to explore, plus thrilling activities to pursue. Every area has its distinct regional foods and offers a huge choice of local wines and beers. |
| Name: The Best Of Germany - 8 Day Luxury Independent Tour | |
| Category: EUROPE - Germany | |
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Day 1: DEPART USA
Overnight flight to Frankfurt.
Day 2: ARRIVE FRANKFURT – MAINZ
From the Rhine Valley to Bavarian Alpine peaks, this is a tour of contrasts! Experience lively cosmopolitan cities, historic old towns, as well as breathtaking natural scenery. On arrival at Frankfurt Airport, including a private car transfer to the hotel in Mainz.
Day 3: MAINZ – ROTHENBURG
Begin your exploration of Germany with an orientation tour of Frankfurt, seeing the Romerberg Square, the 14th century cathedral and the house where Goethe was born. Continue to Heidelberg, the city of the “Student Prince,” set on the banks of the River Neckar. Sightseeing includes the view over the old quarter of the city from the heights of the famous castle fortress. Now on to Rothenburg-ob-der Tauber, the most well-preserved town on the Romantic Road. Plunge back into the 16th Century as you walk through narrow cobbled streets lined with high-gabled houses to the market square dominated by its magnificent Renaissance town hall.
Day 4: ROTHENBURG – MUNICH
Enjoy an enchanting journey through peaceful countryside and villages of flower-decked farmhouses as you follow the Romantic Road south to Munich. An orientation tour of the fun-filled Bavarian capital passes the Olympic Stadium with its amazing “hanging” roof, and continues along the imposing Ludwigstrasse past the university and Victory Arch into the heart of the city. In the Marienplatz, crowds gather outside the soaring neogothic Town Hall to watch the colorful Glockenspiel.
Day 5: BAVARIAN ALPS EXCURSION
Travel through the beautiful scenery of the German Alps, and visit Oberammergau, home since 1634 to the Passion Play: see the immense theatre and admire the colorfully painted chalets. Afterwards, continue along part of the German Alpine Road to the Wieskirche, a masterpiece of Bavarian rococo, before arriving at the “fairytale” castle Neuschwanstein, perched on a spectacular Alpine mountainside. This was Ludwig II’s favorite castle, though he spent little time here before his death. Visit exuberantly decorated apartments, including the Throne Room and Lohengrin Grotto. Return to your Munich hotel later this afternoon.
Day 6: MUNICH – DRESDEN
Drive north across the Danube to Nuremberg, a treasure trove of early German history and medieval architecture. Tour the Old Town, carefully rebuilt after wartime destruction, and see the charming blend of stone and timbered dwellings and the massive ramparts with its 46 towers. Take time to shop for delicious Lebkuchen (gingerbread) before heading for the “Florence of the Elbe”, Dresden.
Day 7: DRESDEN – BERLIN
Join a local guide to see the splendors of the city. From the Frauenkirche, which has risen again from the destruction of WWII, walk past “The Procession of the Dukes”, a mosaic of colossal proportions on the Royal Palace facade. See the cathedral, Semper Opera House and baroque Zwinger Palace, before departing for the German capital, Berlin. You might like to try some traditional Berliner cuisine tonight?
Day 8: BERLIN SIGHTSEEING
A guided sightseeing tour takes you along the Unter den Linden past the Humboldt University and Opera. Stop on Museum Island before passing the Brandenburg Gate, symbol of the reunification. See the glass-domed Reichstag building and drive through the Tiergarten. Spend the afternoon at leisure or take an optional excursion to Potsdam, site of the post war meetings which resulted in the division of the city? This evening perhaps round off the trip by sampling Berlin’s fabled nightlife?
Day 9: RETURN TO USA
Your tour comes to an end after breakfast with private transfer to Berlin’s Tegel Airport.
Departure Dates: Year round, at your convenience.
Pricing: Based on double occupancy. On tour air fare and or trains included.
Itinerary: Based on 4 star accommodations, can be modified to fit your interests and needs.
Deposit: 10% per person, minimum $500
Final Payment: Due 60 days before departure.
Air Fare: Air fare to the tour start point and return air fare home is not included. |
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