12-Day Germany Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Munich to Füssen, Freiburg im Breisgau, Heidelberg, Frankfurt, Rudesheim am Rhein, Cologne, and Bonn

1 / 104
Photo of St. Luke's Church Lukaskirche, and isar river in summer landscape of Munich, Bavaria, Germany.
Perfect travel plans
Everything included
Fully customizable

Description

Included

Flights
Hotel
Select dates
Car rental
Select dates
Tours & tickets
Select dates
Travel plan
From A to Z
Travel agent
24/7 fast service

Description

Explore the best of Germany on a remarkable 12-day road trip! Combine exploration with relaxation on a self-drive tour featuring Munich, Hohenschwangau, Horn, Füssen, Triberg im Schwarzwald, Hausach, Freiburg im Breisgau, Heidelberg, Frankfurt, Rudesheim am Rhein, Bingen am Rhein, Trechtingshausen, Lahnstein, Braubach, Bornich, Cologne, Düsseldorf, and Bonn.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Germany. You will spend 3 nights in Munich, 1 night in Füssen, 1 night in Freiburg im Breisgau, 1 night in Heidelberg, 1 night in Frankfurt, 2 nights in Rudesheim am Rhein, 1 night in Cologne, and 1 night in Bonn. Anticipate well-spent days sightseeing, eating delicious food, and experiencing the highlights of each destination!

With this travel package, you can choose from an extensive selection of accommodations along your road trip route in Germany. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, including options for each budget. Whether you are in the mood for luxurious 5-star hotels or budget-friendly bed and breakfasts, we have you covered.

Upon arriving in Munich, the rental vehicle of your choice will be ready for collection. From there, the road trip can begin! Experience the ultimate freedom and uncover Germany on your own terms.

An expertly curated travel plan makes sure you don’t miss out on any of the best things to see and do on your road trip in Germany. Marienplatz and Neuschwanstein Castle are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Munich, Hohenschwangau, Horn, Füssen, Triberg im Schwarzwald, Hausach, Freiburg im Breisgau, Heidelberg, Frankfurt, Rudesheim am Rhein, Bingen am Rhein, Trechtingshausen, Lahnstein, Braubach, Bornich, Cologne, Düsseldorf, and Bonn, you will also enjoy plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Germany. Whether you are exploring enchanting towns and villages, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there is always something new and exciting to experience in Germany.

Throughout your road trip in Germany, take breaks from sightseeing to explore your favorite destinations' top shopping streets and markets. Discover unique souvenirs that will forever remind you of your self-drive adventure in Germany.

This package offers an all-in-one solution for your trip planning - choose flights, a rental car, accommodations, attractions, and tours that suit your needs and desires. You can customize each day of your road trip itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking.

The best services in Germany fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your road trip in Germany today!

Read more

Travel details

Set your travel details to find the best price

Flights

Round trip
Round trip
Travel dates

Travelers

Rooms

Flights

Compare and choose from the best flights to Munich

Car

Choose from the best car rental deals or see all options

Driver’s age is 30 - 65
I live in
Pick-up: 10:00
Drop-off: 10:00

Personalize your itinerary

Customize tours under each day and destination

Day 1

Day 1

  • Munich - Arrival day
  • More
  • Maximilianstraße
  • More

Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach Munich and pick up your car. You’ll stay here for 2 nights and explore what to see in Munich, sample the local cuisine, and choose from a curated selection of the best hotels and places to stay in the city.

Munich is a beautiful city with plenty to discover. Taking a stroll in the city center is a great alternative. Soak in the lovely atmosphere and sit down for a bit to eat or drink.

Find your way to your hotel in Munich. We recommend choosing a hotel in a central location for easy exploring. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM at hotels in Germany. Settle in and make plans for the evening.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Munich, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 12-day road trip in Germany!

Read more
Day 2

Day 2

  • Munich
  • More

Drive 24 km, 1 hour 9 min

  • Nymphenburg Palace
  • BMW Museum
  • Marienplatz
  • Victuals Market
  • Altstadt
  • Schwabing
  • More

You have 1 night left in Munich. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Don’t forget to check out all the popular tours and experiences you can add to your travel plans in Germany. You can explore and select activities under each day of your itinerary.

Munich is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Munich.

Head back to your accommodation in Munich and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Germany.

Read more
Day 3

Day 3

  • Munich
  • Füssen
  • More

Drive 134 km, 2 hours 15 min

  • Hohenschwangau Castle
  • Museum of the Bavarian Kings
  • Neuschwanstein Castle
  • Königliche Kristall-Therme am Kurpark Schwangau
  • More

Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 3 of your road trip in Germany. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 2 places, which are Hohenschwangau and Horn. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Füssen, where will spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Füssen. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the town.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Füssen, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Head back to your accommodation in Füssen and get some rest to prepare for another magical day of your road trip in Germany.

Read more
Day 4

Day 4

  • Füssen
  • Freiburg im Breisgau
  • More

Drive 322 km, 4 hours 56 min

  • Triberg Waterfalls
  • Husen Castle
  • Stadtgarten Freiburg
  • Freiburg Minster
  • Bertoldsbrunnen
  • Martin's Gate
  • More

On day 4 of your road trip in Germany, your travel plans include 3 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Triberg im Schwarzwald, Hausach, and Freiburg im Breisgau are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Freiburg im Breisgau, where you will stay for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Freiburg im Breisgau, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Freiburg im Breisgau is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Freiburg im Breisgau.

Relax and recharge in preparation for another adventurous day in Germany!

Read more
Day 5

Day 5

  • Freiburg im Breisgau
  • Heidelberg
  • More

Drive 196 km, 3 hours

  • Victory Monument
  • Heidelberg Palace
  • Heidelberger Marktplatz
  • Church of the Holy Spirit
  • Old Bridge Heidelberg
  • Philosophers' Way
  • More

On day 5 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Germany, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 2 destinations, including Freiburg im Breisgau and Heidelberg. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Heidelberg, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Heidelberg. Heidelberg offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

Indulge in a memorable dining experience at one of Heidelberg's most popular restaurants, and connect with friendly locals for a true cultural experience.

Take some time to reflect on your day and savor another beautiful night in Germany.

Read more
Day 6

Day 6

  • Heidelberg
  • Frankfurt
  • More

Drive 93 km, 1 hour 48 min

  • Städel Museum
  • Nizza
  • Goethe House
  • Alte Oper
  • More

Dive into day 6 of your remarkable road trip in Germany. Today you'll explore 1 destination, including Frankfurt. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Frankfurt, where you'll spend 1 night.

Throughout the day, make sure to take breaks to appreciate the surroundings.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Frankfurt. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Frankfurt's best restaurants.

Savor another day of unforgettable experiences in Germany!

Read more
Day 7

Day 7

  • Frankfurt
  • Rudesheim am Rhein
  • More

Drive 66 km, 1 hour 10 min

  • Frankfurt Cathedral
  • Römerberg
  • Historical Museum Frankfurt
  • Iron Footbridge
  • Palmengarten Frankfurt
  • More

Your itinerary for day 7 of your road trip in Germany includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Frankfurt. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Rudesheim am Rhein, where you'll spend 2 nights.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Rudesheim am Rhein, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

After a long day of exploring, sit down for a delicious dinner at a top-rated restaurant in Rudesheim am Rhein. Enjoy a satisfying meal that will recharge you for tonight's adventures.

As the sun sets, rest up and recharge for the next leg of your road trip in Germany.

Read more
Day 8

Day 8

  • Rudesheim am Rhein
  • More

Drive 159 km, 3 hours 22 min

  • Mouse Tower
  • Sooneck Castle
  • Ruppertsklamm
  • Marksburg
  • Aussicht Spitznack
  • More

Greet day 8 of your road trip in Germany with a smile and start your day with a hearty breakfast. You have 1 night to stay in Rudesheim am Rhein, so get ready to make the most of your time in the region. On the agenda for this day, you’ll find only the best things to see and do in Bingen am Rhein, Trechtingshausen, Lahnstein, Braubach, and Bornich.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll return to Rudesheim am Rhein and your accommodation.

After a day of adventure, treat yourself to an exquisite dinner at one of Rudesheim am Rhein's best restaurants.

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Germany!

Read more
Day 9

Day 9

  • Rudesheim am Rhein
  • Cologne
  • More

Drive 215 km, 2 hours 33 min

  • Cologne Rodenkirchen Bridge
  • Museum Ludwig
  • Cologne Cathedral
  • Old Market
  • More

Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 9 of your road trip in Germany. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 1 place, which are Cologne. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Cologne, where will spend 1 night.

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Cologne. Cologne offers plenty of top-rated hotels for every travel budget. Take some time to relax before you go out again.

As you are wrapping up for the day, treat yourself to a satisfying dinner at a nice restaurant in Cologne. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Get a good night's sleep and look forward to another great day on the road in Germany!

Read more
Day 10

Day 10

  • Cologne
  • Bonn
  • More

Drive 116 km, 2 hours 8 min

  • Kunstsammlung
  • Königsallee
  • Tritonenbrunnen in Düsseldorf
  • Burgplatz
  • Rheinuferpromenade
  • Rheinpromenade
  • More

On day 10 of your road trip in Germany, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Düsseldorf are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Bonn, where you will stay for 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Bonn. Check in and relax before you head out to tour the city.

As dinnertime approaches, it's time to head out for a bite to eat. If you are looking to dine at a popular restaurant in Bonn, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

As the day draws to a close, take a moment to unwind and prepare for the next exciting chapter of your road trip in Germany.

Read more
Day 11

Day 11

  • Bonn
  • Munich
  • More

Drive 564 km, 6 hours 21 min

  • Beethoven-Haus Bonn
  • Holy Name Church
  • Botanical Garden, Bonn
  • More

On day 11 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Germany, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 1 destination, including Bonn. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Munich, where you’ll be staying for 1 night.

At the end of the day, you will drive to Munich, where you'll have a room waiting for you at the perfect place to stay. Check in and enjoy some downtime.

Munich is a place where the culinary landscape is as diverse as its attractions. So before the day ends, treat your palate to a taste of local cuisine at one of the best restaurants in Munich.

Say good night to Munich and look forward to another great day of your road trip in Germany!

Read more
Day 12

Day 12

  • Munich - Departure day
  • More
  • Odeonsplatz
  • More

Day 12 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. If you've still got time left, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Drive to the airport, return your car, and take the opportunity to get some last-minute souvenirs before you board your flight home. We wish you a pleasant journey and hope you leave with many wonderful memories of your road trip in Germany!

Read more

How it works

Book your journey with Europe’s biggest travel platform—expert itineraries, instant confirmation, and full flexibility with 24/7 support.

Secure your spot
Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.
Get instant confirmation
Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
Easily make changes
Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
Enjoy seamless planning
With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
Explore with confidence
From scenic road trips to city-hopping adventures, we’re here 24/7 to support you across Europe—before, during, and after your trip.
Secure your spot
Confirm your package instantly and lock in the best rate with secure payment and guaranteed availability.
Get instant confirmation
Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary, including schedules, locations, and everything you need for a stress-free trip.
Personalize your itinerary
Each package includes a professionally crafted itinerary you can tailor to your travel style. A dedicated travel expert will make sure every detail fits your needs perfectly.
Easily make changes
Need to update plans? No problem. Whether before your trip or mid-journey, we’re just seconds away to help with quick adjustments.
Enjoy seamless planning
With everything from accommodations to activities pre-arranged, our packages save you hours of research—so you can spend more time enjoying your trip, not planning it.
Explore with confidence
From scenic road trips to city-hopping adventures, we’re here 24/7 to support you across Europe—before, during, and after your trip.

We guarantee

Your trip is protected, personalized, and priced right. No surprises, no stress.

Similar travel packages

Discover other popular vacations in Germany

Link to appstore phone
Install Europe’s biggest travel app

Download Europe’s biggest travel marketplace to your phone to manage your entire trip in one place

Scan this QR code with your phone camera and press the link that appears to add Europe’s biggest travel marketplace into your pocket. Enter your phone number or email address to receive an SMS or email with the download link.