Germany and Norway
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a 12-day journey that will take you through the heart of Europe, exploring the rich history, diverse culture, and stunning landscapes of Germany, Denmark, and Norway. This multi-day tour is designed to immerse you in the local culture, history, and natural beauty of these regions. From the bustling streets of Berlin to the tranquil fjords of Norway, this tour offers a unique blend of city exploration and natural wonder. You'll visit iconic landmarks, historical sites, and breathtaking natural landscapes, with guided tours and ample free time to explore at your own pace. Accommodation, meals, and transportation are all taken care of, so you can focus on soaking up the experiences and creating unforgettable memories.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Brewery neighborhood in Munich
Basic travel insurance
BERLIN
: MERCURE BERLIN TEMPELHOF or GRAND CITY BERLIN EAST or HOLIDAY INN BERLIN CITY WEST
NUREMBERG
: NH NUERNBERG CITY or NH ERLANGEN or HOLIDAY INN MUNICH SUD
MUNICH
: LEONARDO MUNICH OLIMPIAPARK or VIENNA HOUSE EASY BY WYHDHAM MUNCHEN or LEONARDO OFFENBACH FRANKFURT
DORTMUND
: MERCURE DORTMUND CENTRUM or MARITIM AIRPORT HOTEL HANNOVER or LEONARDO HANNOVER AIRPORT
AARHUS
: SCANDIC AARHUS CITY or COMWELL or CLARION ENERGY
STAVANGER
: QUALITY AIRPORT STAVANGER or SCANDIC NEPTUN or MOXY BERGEN
OSLO
: SCANDIC SJOLYST or SCANDIC HELSFYR
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
Breakfast buffet
City tour in: BERLIN, OSLO
Ticket admission: Holocaust Memorial; Museum of the Wall in Berlin, Dachau Concentration Camp Museum; BMW WELT in Munich , Christmas Museum in Rothenburg , Coal mine industrial complex in Zollverein , Borgund´s church
English speaking tour in: BERLIN, OSLO
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
Destinations
Lower Bavaria
Flensburg
Dortmund
Frankfurt (Oder)
Hjørring
Kristiansand
Frankfurt
Aarhus
Oslo
Bamberg
Munich
Cologne
Stavanger
Dresden
Nuremberg
Füssen
Berlin
Rothenburg ob der Tauber
HanoverMap
Attractions
Sverd i fjell
Dresden Panometer
Toy Museum
Fløyen
BMW Museum
Borgund Stave Church
Museum Hameln
German Inland Waterways Museum
Skjervefossen
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
Nærøyfjord
Olympiaturm
German Christmas Museum
Welterbe Kulturlandschaft Oberes Mittelrheintal
Neuschwanstein Castle
Old Town Hall
Gedenkstätte Berliner MauerDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Berlin
- Berlin - Arrival day
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Welcome to the vibrant city of Berlin! Upon your arrival at the airport, our team will be there to transfer you to your hotel. Once you've settled in, you'll find information about your welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers in the hotel reception area.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Berlin
- Berlin
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- Brandenburg Gate
- Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer
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Today, we'll delve into the rich history and culture of Berlin. Our guided tour will take us to the city's historic center, Museum Island, the Reichstag, and the iconic Brandenburg Gate. We'll also visit the city's beautiful parks, the poignant Holocaust Memorial, and the Berlin Wall Museum. Optionally, you can choose to visit the Potsdam area and its stunning palaces.
Day 3 – Day 3: Dresden, Bamberg, and Nuremberg
- Dresden
- Bamberg
- Nuremberg
- Berlin
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- Dresden Panometer
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Our journey today takes us to Dresden, where we'll admire the magnificent palace. From there, we'll head to Bavaria, stopping in the lively city of Bamberg, known for its beautiful architecture and charming 'Little Venice' area. Our final stop of the day is Nuremberg, a city steeped in history, where we recommend a visit to the site of Hitler's Coliseum.
Day 4 – Day 4: Kelheim, Dachau, and Munich
- Lower Bavaria
- Dachau
- Munich
- Bamberg
- Kelheim
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- BMW Museum
- Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
- Old Town Hall
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Today's journey is packed with surprises. We'll start with a short cruise along the Danube Valley from Kelheim, stopping at the beautiful Benedictine monastery of Kloster Weltenburg. We'll then visit the Dachau Concentration Camp Museum before heading to Munich. Here, we'll explore the impressive BMW Welt and the architectural beauty of the Olympia stadium. You'll also have free time to explore the city's historic center and enjoy its famous beer houses.
Day 5 – Day 5: Fussen, Rothenburg, and Frankfurt
- Füssen
- Rothenburg ob der Tauber
- Frankfurt
- Munich
- Frankfurt (Oder)
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- German Christmas Museum
- Neuschwanstein Castle
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Today, we'll travel through beautiful alpine landscapes to Fussen, home to the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle. After a bus ride to Maria Bridge for stunning views, we'll continue our romantic route to Rothenburg, a charming city surrounded by walls. Here, we'll visit the delightful Christmas Museum. Our day ends in Frankfurt, Germany's financial capital, where we'll arrive in the evening.
Day 6 – Day 6: Rudesheim, St. Goar, Cochem, Cologne, and Dortmund
- Cochem
- Cologne
- Frankfurt (Oder)
- Dortmund
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- Cologne Cathedral
- Welterbe Kulturlandschaft Oberes Mittelrheintal
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Today, we'll explore the picturesque valleys of the Rhine and Mosel rivers. We'll take a short cruise on the Rhine between the charming villages of Rudesheim and St. Goar. After lunch in the picturesque village of Cochem, we'll visit the impressive Gothic cathedral in Cologne. Enjoy a stroll along the Rhine River and through the lively city center before we head to our hotel in Dortmund.
Day 7 – Day 7: Trendelburg, Hoxter, Polle, Hamelin, and Hannover
- Hamelin
- Dortmund
- Hanover
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- Sababurg Zoo
- Kloster Möllenbeck
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Today, we'll journey through towns that inspired the Brothers Grimm on the Fairytales Route. We'll visit the medieval Trendelburg Castle, known for its Rapunzel Tower, and stop in Hoxter, a lively town home to the 9th-century Corvey Abbey. We'll also make a brief stop in Polle to see the ruins of Cinderella's castle. Our day ends in Hamelin, famous for the story of The Pied Piper, and Hannover, where you'll have time to explore the thriving city center.
Day 8 – Day 8: Hamburg, Flensburg, and Aarhus
- Flensburg
- Aarhus
- Hanover
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We leave Hannover for Hamburg, where we'll explore its bustling port and beautiful lake. After lunch, we'll travel to Flensburg, a charming seaside village on the border with Denmark. Our day ends in Aarhus, Denmark's second-largest city, located in the heart of Jutland.
Day 9 – Day 9: Hirtshals, Kristiansand, Flekkefjord, and Stavanger
- Kristiansand
- Stavanger
- Aarhus
- Hjørring
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Today, we'll travel to Hirtshals and take a ferry across the North Sea to Kristiansand, Norway. We'll continue along Norway's southern coastline, stopping in Flekkefjord, a charming town with wooden houses and tiny restaurants on a fjord. Our day ends in Stavanger, a picturesque town with an active port by the fjord.
Day 10 – Day 10: Stavanger to Bergen
- Stavanger
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- Sverd i fjell
- Fløyen
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Leaving Stavanger, we'll stop at the 'Swords in Rock' monument, a reminder of the Vikings, before embarking on a scenic tour along the fjord coast of Norway. We'll travel through tunnels, over bridges, and take a couple of boat trips to reach Bergen. Here, we'll take a cable car trip to Mount Fløyen for amazing views of the town and fjord. You'll have the rest of the day to explore the capital city of fjords at your leisure.
Day 11 – Day 11: Sognefjord, Gudvangen, Aurland, and Oslo
- Oslo
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- Undredal Stave Church
- Skjervefossen
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Today, we'll explore the stunning landscapes of Norway's interior region, including fjords, glaciers, lakes, and forests. We'll travel to Sognefjord, Norway's largest fjord, stopping at the beautiful Tvindefossen waterfall. We'll then take a cruise between Gudvangen and Aurland, enjoying the stunning landscapes. We'll also visit Borgund's 12th-century wooden church before arriving in Oslo, where you'll have free time to explore.
Day 12 – Day 12: Exploring Oslo and Departure
- Oslo - Departure day
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On our final day, we'll take a guided sightseeing tour of Oslo, a city that beautifully blends modern architecture with classical buildings, magnificent scenery, and large parks. After the city tour, you'll have free time to explore further or relax before your departure. Please check your flight time in case you need an additional night's stay.
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