Cheap 7-Day Germany Road Trip from Leipzig to Dresden and Berlin
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Bring out the adventurer in you and embark on an exciting 7-day road trip through Germany! Travel to Leipzig, Dresden, and Berlin with this cheap holiday package!
Explore Germany for less with this 7-day self-drive package. We'll introduce you to many famous and affordable vacation spots in the country. See the stunning Zwinger, the captivating Brandenburg Gate, and marvel at the uniqueness of each attraction. Dine with locals at popular restaurants and bars across Germany and get a taste of the people’s hospitality and authentic food. Lastly, this travel plan allows you to stay and feel comfortable at a top-rated budget hotel for 2 nights in Leipzig, 1 night in Dresden, and 3 nights in Berlin.
This customizable and cheap Germany travel package promises non-stop adventure. We'll help you have an unforgettable road trip experience in Germany at the lowest price!
On arrival in Leipzig, you'll pick up your rental vehicle. From there, you'll begin your journey to the best and cheapest places to travel to in Germany. Explore the magnificent Potsdamer Platz to see its unique features. Visit the fascinating Alexanderplatz and take in its distinct atmosphere. Germany offers a wealth of world-class natural and scenic beauty you wouldn't want to miss!
During your journey, you'll have the pleasure of staying at top-rated budget accommodations, each selected for their exceptional value, comfort, and positive guest reviews. Each stop along your carefully planned route has been chosen to enhance your travel experience, offering you a blend of convenience, comfort, and a touch of local culture, ensuring a restful retreat after a day of adventures.
Choosing the handpicked recommendations gives you easy access to popular places of interest in Germany. With accommodation conveniently located in a downtown area, you can explore its surroundings at your leisure. Here, you can sample the country’s culinary delicacies and buy keepsakes of your travels in Germany.
This cheap holiday package will bring you close to many picture-perfect destinations in Germany, like the stunning Checkpoint Charlie.
Your camera will be full of memories you can share with friends and family or on social media. By the end of your 7-day road trip, you'll leave Germany happy and inspired to go on another unique and budget-friendly adventure.
This affordable holiday package includes everything you need for a fantastic 7-day vacation in Germany. We'll offer you cheap flights and arrange your hotel reservations for 6 nights. We'll also provide you with the best budget rental car in Germany with CDW insurance.
You can customize your Germany travel plan for a more personalized holiday experience. Choose from popular and competitively-priced tours and tickets in Germany and add your picks to your itinerary. For example, get cheap tour tickets to uncover the stories behind Germany’s famous sights. Or, try out some of the most fantastic excursions There’s no better way to add more culture and inspiration to your trip!
Booking this cheap holiday package in Germany offers you many perks. You'll get 24/7 travel support. In addition, you'll have access to a step-by-step guide in our mobile app. Here you'll find all your travel documents organized in one place.
So what are you waiting for? Enjoy a hassle-free vacation in Germany with this cheap holiday deal! The best and most affordable tours to Germany fill up fast, so book your adventure today!
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Day 1 – Leipzig - arrival day
Day 1 – Leipzig - arrival day
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- Marktplatz Leipzig
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Your exciting road trip through Germany starts when you reach the incredible city of Leipzig, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Leipzig and begin your adventure in Germany.
Leipzig is a popular cheap holiday destination in Germany with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Leipzig and get this road trip adventure rolling.
A trip to the amazing Marktplatz Leipzig will make your cheap holiday in Germany truly special. This attraction is a fascinating best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,188 visitors.
When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.
When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Leipzig. An excellent example is the popular Auerbachs Keller. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,899 customers.
HANS IM GLÜCK - LEIPZIG Augustusplatz is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 6,088 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.
Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Germany!
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Day 2 – Leipzig and Dresden
Day 2 – Leipzig and Dresden
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Drive 134 km, 1 hour 53 min
- St Nicholas Church
- Friedenspark
- Monument to the Battle of the Nations
- Leipzig Panometer
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On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Germany, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Leipzig and end your day in the city of Dresden, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.
One of the best places to visit in Leipzig is the amazing St. Nicholas Church. This travel destination is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,842 visitors.
This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Friedenspark. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,887 travelers, a visit to this well-known park and sightseeing spot in Leipzig is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.
Another unforgettable sight in Leipzig is the outstanding Monument to the Battle of the Nations. This heritage site has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 23,059 visitors.
To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Leipzig Panometer. This attraction, an amazing building, has been rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,513 travelers.
Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Germany. To have the best affordable travel experience in Germany, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Germany unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Germany.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Dresden. Dresden is another cheap travel destination in Germany where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.
After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Germany can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Dresden that offer delicious food to help keep you going.
Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Dresden enjoy dining at this restaurant.
As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Dresden’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit HANS IM GLÜCK - DRESDEN Altmarkt. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,391 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Germany!
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Day 3 – Dresden, Potsdam, and Berlin
Day 3 – Dresden, Potsdam, and Berlin
- Dresden
- Potsdam
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Drive 245 km, 3 hours 17 min
- Church of Our Lady
- Zwinger
- Sanssouci
- Sanssouci Park
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Day 3 of your self-drive vacation in Germany gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.
Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Berlin for 3 nights. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Germany.
While you’re in Dresden, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Church of Our Lady. The fantastic Church of Our Lady is a popular church building and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 29,743 travelers.
Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Zwinger, a well-known palace in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 49,025 travelers.
Make Sanssouci your first stop. This popular palace among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,562 visitors.
Another unforgettable travel destination in Brandenburg is the outstanding Sanssouci Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,576 visitors, this remarkable park and attraction deserves a spot on your Germany travel bucket list.
Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Germany. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Germany and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.
You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Berlin. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Berlin, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm, one of the best restaurants in Berlin. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,375 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Berlin, LIMONADIER Cocktailbar. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 bar goers.
Restaurant Maximilians Berlin is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Berlin, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,853 customers.
Alternatively, you can drop by BrewDog Berlin Mitte, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.
Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Germany. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Germany!
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Day 4 – Berlin
Day 4 – Berlin
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Drive 18 km, 1 hour 10 min
- Brandenburg Gate
- Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
- Potsdamer Platz
- Berlin Zoological Garden
- Charlottenburg Palace
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On day 4 of your road trip adventures in Germany, you’ll go deep into Berlin, where you'll stay for 2 nights, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Berlin, and meet locals along the way!
Berlin offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.
We recommend you stay at the charming Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Berlin. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 7,317 guest reviews.
Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Berlin. IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 14,378 former guests.
Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Berlin should also consider Motel One Berlin-Alexanderplatz. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. Motel One Berlin-Alexanderplatz has been rated by 11,738 guests with an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Popular hotels and places to stay in Berlin offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.
One thing that makes Berlin the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding triumphal arch, Brandenburg Gate. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 160,469 visitors.
The famous Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible holocaust memorial and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors.
Berlin is also the home of the extraordinary Potsdamer Platz. Around 59,527 travelers have rated the spectacular Potsdamer Platz an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Charlottenburg Palace. With an impressive average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from a total of 25,430 reviews, a visit to this wonderful château and tourist destination is truly a great idea.
This fascinating attraction is a must-visit.
Come to Berlin prepared by adding a tour to your budget vacation package to Germany. If you’re up for a challenging, fun, or inspiring activity, check out the fantastic selection of tours and cheap holiday deals in Berlin.
Curious about the nightlife in Berlin? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Berlin after dinner. Locals recommend Zur Gerichtslaube, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.
KASCHK by BRLO is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Germany. KASCHK by BRLO has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,635 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Berlin.
You might also want to cap the night off at Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe, a fascinating bar that 1,661 customers have rated 4.3 out of 5 stars in their reviews.
Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Germany!
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Day 5 – Berlin
Day 5 – Berlin
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Drive 18 km, 1 hour 13 min
- Treptower Park
- East Side Gallery
- Alexanderplatz
- Berlin Cathedral
- Pergamon Museum
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Day 5’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Berlin, proving that cheap holidays in Germany can be extraordinary.
You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Treptower Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 21,633 travelers.
Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Alexanderplatz. This popular place of interest is a stunning square that boasts an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 210,891 visitors.
To make your trip to Berlin more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Berlin Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 35,783 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Berlin Cathedral is often mentioned in Germany road trip itineraries.
The magnificent Pergamon Museum is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This art museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 29,276 reviews, with a recently recorded annual visit of 1,298,000 people.
Your discovery of Berlin does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Berlin on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Germany.
After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Germany, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte, one of the best restaurants in Berlin. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,263 reviews.
Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city.
When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Berlin for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,365 customers.
Mikkeller Berlin is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.
Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Berlin!
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Day 6 – Berlin and Leipzig
Day 6 – Berlin and Leipzig
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Drive 199 km, 2 hours 57 min
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Topography of Terror
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- Großer Tiergarten
- Siegessäule
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On day 6 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Germany, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Berlin and end your day in the city of Leipzig, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.
One of the best places to visit in Berlin is the amazing Checkpoint Charlie. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.
This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Topography of Terror. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 travelers, a visit to this well-known military museum and sightseeing spot in Berlin is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.
Another unforgettable sight in Berlin is the outstanding Berlin Wall Memorial. This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,682 visitors.
To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Großer Tiergarten. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,234 travelers.
If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Siegessäule. This victory column is a popular attraction rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,973 visitors from all over the globe.
Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Germany. To have the best affordable travel experience in Germany, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Germany unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Germany.
At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Leipzig. Leipzig is another cheap travel destination in Germany where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.
After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Germany can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Leipzig that offer delicious food to help keep you going.
One restaurant we recommend you try in Leipzig is Alfa Restaurant. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,641 customers.
Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Leipzig enjoy dining at this restaurant.
As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Leipzig’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit Dhillons Irish Bar & Grill. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,583 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.
Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Kildare City Pub. This popular bar in Leipzig has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,059 bar-goers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Germany!
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Day 7 – Leipzig - departure day
Day 7 – Leipzig - departure day
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- Mendebrunnen
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It’s soon time to say goodbye to Germany as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 7 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Leipzig.
Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Germany.
If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.
One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Leipzig is the remarkable Mendebrunnen. This well and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 758 visitors.
If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Leipzig, consider a top-rated restaurant like Wenzel Leipzig. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,410 customers.
You’ll then say farewell to Leipzig and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Germany!
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