Best of Germany (Small Groups, 12 Days)
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Summary
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Embark on a 12-day journey through the heart of Germany, exploring its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of iconic landmarks, local experiences, and culinary delights. From the bustling streets of Berlin to the romantic town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the baroque architecture of Dresden to the enchanting Black Forest, every day brings a new adventure. Enjoy local expert-guided tours, taste regional delicacies, and immerse yourself in the local culture. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or a nature lover, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
11 night accommodation
4 Dinner with Wine (DW)
11 Breakfast (B)
1 Lunch with Wine (LW)
Berlin: Join your Travel Director and fellow guests at a local restaurant in the heart of Berlin for a delightful dinner, served with wine.
Munich: Experience the lively atmosphere of a traditional Bierhalle as you dine on Bavarian specialties in one of the city's famed beer halls.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: For your dining pleasure, you're offered an excellent selection of Rothenburg restaurants, each with its own distinctive ambience and cuisine. From local Franken specialities to international menus, your Tour Director's inside knowledge ensures a more intimate and authentic dining experience.
Bacharach: Enjoy a Farm-to-Table lunch featuring local produce and indulge in a wine tasting experience.
Choose between two carefully selected activities
Munich: Embark on a culinary walking tour in the heart of the city.
Munich: Visit the Residenz, the former royal palace of the Wittelsbach monarchs of Bavaria.
Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
Weimar: Delve into Weimar's rich cultural history by joining a Local Expert for an exploration of the city. Discover how literary luminaries such as Goethe and Schiller profoundly impacted German literature and culture.
Fussen: Walk through the picturesque streets of the Old Town and explore the Museum of Füssen in the former Benedictine monastery of St. Mang with a Local Expert.
Berlin: You Local Expert provides a tour of this vibrant city. Drive along the Ku'Damm, passing the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and through Tiergarten to the Reichstag building. See the Brandenburg Gate, State Opera House and visit Alexanderplatz.
Dresden: Your guided tour with a Local Expert shows you the Frauenkirche, the colossal 'Procession of the Dukes' mosaic, the cathedral, Semper Opera House and Zwinger Palace. You'll also learn about the traditional German Christmas Pyramids.
Dachau: Experience a powerful and moving visit to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial site with a Local Expert.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Picturesque Rothenburg ob der Tauber is the best-preserved medieval town in Germany and a truly enchanting destination. Step back in time and explore the city walls, towers, and gates around the old town as well as the old town itself.
Frankfurt: Take in Frankfurt's famed landmarks with a Local Expert. See the gable-roofed Römer, European Central Bank, Frankfurt Cathedral's Coronation Site, and the eminent Paulskirche. Complete your visit with a tasting of local Apfelwein.
Mainz: Enjoy a guided visit of the Gutenberg Museum, dedicated to one of history's most important inventors.
Rhineland: Cruise beneath the semi-ruined castles and terraced vineyards. Sleepy villages slip by as you saunter upstream.
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Join a Local Expert for a walking tour through Rothenburg's narrow-cobbled streets.
Heidelberg: Venture inside the magnificent castle built in red sandstone, overlooking the Student Prince’s town. See the massive Heideleberg Tun built into the cellar in 1591, visit the Apothecary Museum and enjoy panoramic views of Heidelberg and the Neckar Valley.
Neuschwanstein Castle: Visit the archetypal fairy-tale castle that allegedly inspired many of Walt Disney's castles. Led by a local historian, walk through the magnificent halls, take in the lavish decoration and enjoy spectacular views.
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
Munich: During your orientation of the city with your Travel Director, see Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, the Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, the English Garden, the Hofbräuhaus, St. Peter's Church and the famous Marienplatz.
Mainz: Your Travel Director leads you on an orientation of the city.
Heidelberg: Explore one of Germany's most enchanting cities during your orientation with your Travel Director.
Stuttgart: Explore Stuttgart during your orientation with your Travel Director.
Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
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Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Berlin
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- Kollwitzplatz
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Begin your German adventure in the vibrant city of Berlin. Spend the afternoon exploring the bustling Ku'Damm, the shopping heart of West Berlin. In the evening, meet your travel director and fellow travelers for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Berlin
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- Reichstag
- Brandenburg Gate
- Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche
- Museum Island
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Join a local expert for a tour of Berlin's highlights. Drive past the Memorial Church and through the Tiergarten to the Reichstag building, crowned with Norman Foster's glass dome. Visit the iconic Brandenburg Gate and stroll down Unter den Linden. Stop at Museum Island and consider an optional visit to the Prussian Kings' palace at Potsdam.
Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Dresden
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- Zwinger
- Semperoper
- The Grand Garden of Dresden
- Frauenkirche, Dresden
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In Dresden, join a local expert to explore the city's splendors. Visit the Frauenkirche, walk past 'The Procession of the Princes' mosaic on the Royal Palace facade, and see the grand cathedral, Semper Opera House, and Baroque Zwinger Palace. Despite the destruction during World War II, Dresden remains a treasure trove of early German history and architecture.
Day 4 – Day 4: Weimar and Rothenburg ob der Tauber
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Explore the city of Weimar, home to literary luminaries Goethe and Schiller, with a local expert. Then, venture to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the best-preserved town on the Romantic Road. Walk through narrow cobbled streets lined with high-gabled houses to the market square, dominated by its Renaissance town hall. For dinner, choose from a selection of restaurants within the walls of the Old Town.
Day 5 – Day 5: Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Nuremberg
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Enjoy a stroll through the narrow-cobbled streets of Rothenburg ob der Tauber with a local expert. Take in panoramic views on the historic city walls walk. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure exploring on your own, or consider a guided visit to the medieval town of Nuremberg.
Day 6 – Day 6: Frankfurt and Mainz
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- Mainz
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- Museum of Ancient Seafaring
- Frankfurt Cathedral
- Römerberg
- Gutenberg Museum
- Paulsplatz
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Continue your journey to Frankfurt and explore the city's landmarks with a local expert. See the gable-roofed Römer, European Central Bank, Frankfurt Cathedral's Coronation Site, and the eminent Paulskirche. Taste local Apfelwein before heading to the nearby town of Mainz. Visit the Gutenberg Museum, dedicated to one of history's most important inventors.
Day 7 – Day 7: Bacharach and Rhine Cruise
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Start the day with a relaxing cruise along the Rhine, passing steep-sided vineyards, half-timbered taverns, and hilltop castles. Stop in Bacharach for a scenic stroll in the vineyards with a local expert. Enjoy a Farm-to-Table Lunch prepared with locally sourced ingredients, accompanied by a wine tasting.
Day 8 – Day 8: Heidelberg and Black Forest
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- Heidelberg Tun
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Travel to Heidelberg and visit the impressive Heidelberg Palace, an icon of the Romantic Movement. Venture inside to see the Heidelberg Tun, a gigantic wine vat, and hear tales of the dwarf court jester, Perkeo. Marvel at the panoramic vistas of the city and Neckar Valley from the castle fortress. Continue to the Black Forest, known for its cherry cake and cuckoo clocks. Meet locals who still make cuckoo clocks by hand, a tradition passed down for over 300 years.
Day 9 – Day 9: Black Forest
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Experience the enchanting Black Forest on a lake cruise. Relax and soak up the atmosphere on a guided wildlife walk, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Day 10 – Day 10: Neuschwanstein Castle and Munich
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- Marienplatz
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Visit the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle, built as a retreat for the eccentric King Ludwig II. Explore the extravagantly decorated apartments, including the Throne Room and Lohengrin Courtyard. Return to Munich and spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Consider visiting one of the city's many art galleries and museums, or relax in the delightful Marienplatz.
Day 11 – Day 11: Munich
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- Munich Residence
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Explore Munich with Insight Choice. Choose to join a local expert for a foodie walking tour in the city center, or visit the famous Residenz and its museum and Treasury. In the evening, round off your German experience with a farewell Celebration Dinner, complete with local wine.
Day 12 – Day 12: Departure from Munich
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Say Auf Wiedersehen to your new friends as your trip comes to an end. Depart from Munich with unforgettable memories of your German adventure.
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