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Two-Week Germany Self-Drive Road Trip With Itinerary from Hamburg to Essen, Bremen, Flensburg, Kiel, Lübeck, and Berlin and surrounding area

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Experience the freedom of the open road on an unforgettable 15-day road trip in Germany! Embark on a self-drive tour that caters to every traveler, featuring destinations like Hamburg, Hanover, Essen, Cologne, Bremen, Loopstedt, Schausende, Ulstrup, Flensburg, Kappeln, Nieby, Schleswig, Gettorf, Kiel, Friedrichskoog, Laboe, Sierksdorf, Lübeck, Rostock, and Berlin.

This perfectly planned road trip itinerary takes you through some of the best places to see in Germany. You will spend 5 nights in Hamburg, 1 night in Essen, 2 nights in Bremen, 3 nights in Flensburg, 1 night in Kiel, 1 night in Lübeck, and 1 night in Berlin. 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 Hamburg, 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. Alexanderplatz and Brandenburg Gate are just a couple of the bucket-list attractions that await your discovery.

As you hit the open road and drive through Hamburg, Hanover, Essen, Cologne, Bremen, Loopstedt, Schausende, Ulstrup, Flensburg, Kappeln, Nieby, Schleswig, Gettorf, Kiel, Friedrichskoog, Laboe, Sierksdorf, Lübeck, Rostock, and Berlin, 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.

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Day1

Day 1

Hamburg - Arrival day
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Welcome to Hamburg, the perfect starting point for your road trip in Germany! Pick up your rental car and let the adventure begin. You will spend 4 nights discovering what to see in Hamburg before embarking on the next leg of your journey.

Hamburg 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.

When you're ready for some downtime, make your way to your chosen hotel. Check-in typically starts between 2 and 4 PM in Hamburg. Make yourself at home and unwind before heading out again.

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 Hamburg, it's often a good idea to reserve a table in advance.

Raise a toast to the start of your 15-day road trip in Germany!

Day2

Day 2

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Drive 25 km, 1 hour 26 min

Loki Schmidt Garden Botanical of University Hamburg
St. Pauli Piers
Elbe Tunnel
Panoptikum
St Michael's Church
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You’ll stay in Hamburg for 3 nights.

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.

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

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

Day3

Day 3

Hamburg
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Drive 19 km, 1 hour 15 min

International Maritime Museum Hamburg
Hamburg Dungeon
Miniatur Wunderland
Tierpark Hagenbeck
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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.

Hamburg 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 Hamburg.

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

Day4

Day 4

Hamburg
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Drive 24 km, 1 hour 35 min

Elbphilharmonie
St Nikolai Memorial
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Planten un Blomen
Stadtpark
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Day 4 offers an itinerary packed with the best things to see in Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg for 1 night more, offering you enough time to explore at a relaxed pace.

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

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.

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

Relax and look forward to more memorable moments to come!

Day5

Day 5

Hamburg
Essen
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Drive 428 km, 5 hours 14 min

Lüneburg Heath
Hanover Zoo
Herrenhäuser Gärten
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On day 5 of your road trip in Germany, your travel plans include 2 stops at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Bad Fallingbostel and Hanover are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Essen, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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

Raise your glass to another unforgettable day in Germany!

Day6

Day 6

Essen
Bremen
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Drive 397 km, 4 hours 51 min

Cologne Cathedral
Old Market
Cologne Chocolate Museum
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Your itinerary for day 6 of your road trip in Germany includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Cologne. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Bremen, where you'll spend 2 nights.

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

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

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

Day7

Day 7

Bremen
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Drive 1 km, 14 min

Schnoor
Bremen Cathedral
Bremen Roland
Bremen
Town Musicians of Bremen
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You have 1 night left in Bremen. 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.

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

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

Day8

Day 8

Bremen
Flensburg
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Drive 307 km, 3 hours 53 min

Wiederaufbau von Wikinger Häusern "Haithabu
Halbinsel Holnis
Glücksburg Castle
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On day 8 of your exciting self-drive vacation in Germany, you’ll soak in the magnificence of 3 destinations, including Loopstedt, Schausende, and Ulstrup. When you’re not sightseeing, take time to relax at your chosen hotel in Flensburg, where you’ll be staying for 3 nights.

Whether you decide to get entrance tickets for all attractions or you prefer admiring from a distance, amazing experiences await on this day in Bremen.

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

Flensburg 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 Flensburg.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Germany!

Day9

Day 9

Flensburg
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Drive 133 km, 2 hours 34 min

Familien-Freizeitpark Tolk-Schau
Schleibrücke Kappeln
Geltinger Birk
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On day 9 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Flensburg, where you still have 2 nights left. You'll spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city, including Lobacker, Kappeln, and Nieby.

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

Flensburg 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 Flensburg.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day of your road trip in Germany!

Day10

Day 10

Flensburg
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Drive 90 km, 1 hour 28 min

Haithabu | Eine archäologische Wanderung
Gottorf Castle
Schleswig Cathedral
Historic fishing village Holm
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On day 10 of your road trip, you'll get the chance to experience Loopstedt and Schleswig. At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Flensburg, where you still have 1 night left to stay.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation in Flensburg.

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

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

Day11

Day 11

Flensburg
Kiel
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Drive 351 km, 4 hours 57 min

Gettorf Zoo
Universität Kiel Botanical Garden
Seal Station Friedrichskoog e V
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Experience an unparalleled adventure on day 11 of your road trip in Germany. This exciting part of your journey invites you to discover the renowned landmarks in 3 places, which are Gettorf, Kiel, and Friedrichskoog. At the end of the day, you will retreat to the hotel of your choice in Kiel, where will spend 1 night.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your hotel in Kiel. 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 Kiel's best restaurants.

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

Day12

Day 12

Kiel
Lübeck
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Drive 122 km, 2 hours 12 min

Naval Memorial
Laboe-Strand
Hansa Park
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Dive into day 12 of your remarkable road trip in Germany. Today you'll explore 2 destinations, including Laboe and Sierksdorf. At the end of the day, you’ll unwind at one of the finest accommodations in Lübeck, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

After soaking up all the sights on today's itinerary, you'll be ready to head to your accommodation in Lübeck. Lübeck 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 Lübeck. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you savor delicious local cuisine.

Celebrate another amazing day of your road trip adventure in Germany!

Day13

Day 13

Lübeck
Berlin
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Drive 375 km, 4 hours 25 min

Rostock Zoo
Warnemünde lighthouse
Westmole Leuchturm
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On day 13 of your road trip in Germany, your travel plans include 1 stop at the most scenic, wondrous, and interesting places in the region. Rostock are on today's agenda. In the evening, you’ll end up in Berlin, where you will stay for 1 night.

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

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 Berlin, 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.

Day14

Day 14

Berlin
Hamburg
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Drive 299 km, 4 hours 10 min

Brandenburg Gate
Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Checkpoint Charlie
East Side Gallery
Alexanderplatz
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Your itinerary for day 14 of your road trip in Germany includes 1 stop and features some of the highlights of Berlin. At the end of the day, enjoy the comforts of a top-rated hotel in Hamburg, where you'll spend 1 night.

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

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

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

Day15

Day 15

Hamburg - Departure day
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Townhall
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Day 15 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.

Secure the perfect souvenirs for your family and friends back home or buy yourself a remembrance of your amazing vacation. Savor your final moments in Germany at a cozy cafe while relaxing with a cup of coffee or tea.

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!

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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.

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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.

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