Luxury 5-Day Germany Road Trip from Dresden to Berlin

Photo of scenic summer view of the Old Town architecture with Elbe river embankment in Dresden, Saxony, Germany.
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Duration
5 days & 4 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
4 nights included
Car rental
5 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

Escape for the holiday of a lifetime with this 5-day luxury road trip in Germany!

Germany offers the ultimate luxury holiday experience for anyone up for an unforgettable adventure, including couples, families, solo travelers, and friends.

Your exclusive luxury holiday package will bring you to the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in the best destinations in Germany. With this perfectly planned vacation itinerary, you will stay 2 nights in Dresden and 2 nights in Berlin, experiencing the ultimate luxury vacation in Germany.

We will help you have the best 5-day luxury holiday in Germany imaginable, so you can leave feeling fulfilled and inspired.

Upon arriving in Germany, you will collect the luxury rental vehicle of your choice. We will provide you with the best car rental for the entirety of your 5-day luxury self-drive holiday, including CDW insurance. From there, you will drive off to discover some of the best travel destinations in Germany, including the stunning Zwinger and Brandenburg Gate.

Your 5 days in this one-of-a-kind destination in Europe will be filled with bucket-list experiences and bespoke activities. Expect sweeping views over the best attractions, heavenly meals at top-rated restaurants, and world-class service at 5-star luxury hotels.

Finding the perfect luxury lodging is going to make your vacation in Germany feel truly special. The home for your 5-day luxury holiday will be only the most exclusive 5-star hotels in Germany. You will choose from the best selection of luxury hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located along your carefully planned self-drive route.

Throughout your exclusive vacation in Germany, you will get to experience some of the best attractions and activities offered in the country. Highlights of your itinerary include visiting the famous Alexanderplatz, experiencing the fantastic Checkpoint Charlie up close, and discovering the unique features of the highly-recommended Potsdamer Platz. These are only a few of the many spectacular attractions and sights you will find on your luxury travel itinerary in Germany.

Between attractions and activities, you will have plenty of time to stroll along the best shopping streets and markets in Germany. Here you can find unique souvenirs to preserve the memory of your luxury holiday in Germany.

As your luxury vacation in Germany comes to an end, you will return home with new experiences and unforgettable memories. Not to forget, a full camera album on your phone with amazing photos and videos from the most beautiful places in Germany to share with your friends and family.

This exclusive travel plan is designed to include everything you need to have the best vacation in Germany. By booking this luxury holiday package, you can avoid spending hours researching and planning your 5-day road trip in Germany. Let the experts figure out the details, so you can focus on enjoying.

To deliver the best experience possible, we make it easy for you to customize each day of your luxury holiday in Germany before and after booking. Our flexible trip planning means you will be able to explore Dresden and Berlin at your own pace.

Book with us to get access to 24/7 personal travel support throughout your entire journey. Enjoy a step-by-step guide in our easy-to-use mobile app, including all travel documents for your exclusive getaway to Germany.

The best flights, activities, tours, and hotels in Germany fill up quickly, so book your luxury vacation package in advance. Select a date and start planning your luxury holiday in Germany today!

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Included

Hotel, 4 nights
Rental car, 5 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of scenic summer view of the Old Town architecture with Elbe river embankment in Dresden, Saxony, Germany.Dresden / 2 nights
Berlin cityscape with Berlin cathedral and Television tower, Germany.Berlin / 2 nights

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Attractions

Photo of aerial view of Berlin skyline with famous TV tower at Alexanderplatz  at sunset, Germany.Alexanderplatz
Photo of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin on a sunny day, Germany.Brandenburg Gate
Checkpoint CharlieCheckpoint Charlie
Photo of Stone elephants and the arch on the entrance to the Berlin Zoological Garden, Germany, the biggest zoo in the world by amount of species.Berlin Zoological Garden
Photo of panoramic view at the Potsdamer Platz, Berlin, Germany.Potsdamer Platz
Photo of Graffiti at the East Side Gallery in Berlin, Germany, the East Side Gallery is the longest preserved stretch of the Berlin wall.East Side Gallery
Photo of famous Zwinger palace (Der Dresdner Zwinger) Art Gallery of Dresden, Saxrony, Germany.Zwinger
Photo of Holocaust Memorial Berlin Germany Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, Germany.Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Photo of Berlin Wall Memorial in Germany.Berlin Wall Memorial
Topography of Terror Gestapo Headquarters Cellar Where Prisoners Tortured Remains of Berlin Wall Public Park Berlin Wall. Wall Separated West from East Berlin from 1961 to 1989.Topography of Terror
Photo of famous church of Our Lady during the sunrise in Dresden city, Germany.Church of Our Lady
Victory ColumnSiegessäule
The Grand Garden of Dresden, Seevorstadt-Ost/Großer Garten, Altstadt, Dresden, Saxony, GermanyThe Grand Garden of Dresden
photo of view of DRESDEN, GERMANY - June 15, 2019: The famous opera house Semperoper in Dresden after a concert after sunset,Saxony  germany.Semperoper Dresden
Brühl's GardenBrühl's Terrace
Golden Rider, Innere Neustadt, Neustadt, Dresden, Saxony, GermanyGolden Rider
Loschwitz Bridge, R-191645, R-51477, R-62467Loschwitz Bridge

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Day 1 – Dresden - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Dresden - arrival day

  • Dresden - Arrival day
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  • The Grand Garden of Dresden
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Your luxury holiday in Germany begins as soon as you reach the city of Dresden. There, you’ll pick up the luxury rental vehicle of your choice and hit the roads!

The first destination of your luxury vacation in Germany is Dresden - a city with many fantastic attractions to explore. Catch an early flight to enjoy as much time as possible discovering Dresden.

Start your sightseeing in the city with a visit to the fantastic The Grand Garden of Dresden. This park is a popular stop on travelers’ itineraries in Dresden, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,683 visitors.

Tonight you will be treated to a stay at one of best luxury hotels in Dresden. We have picked out three of the most exclusive luxury lodging and hotel options for you to choose from.

Exploring new places can make you hungry. When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend trying one of the finest restaurants in Dresden.

For a culinary experience you will remember, have a look at the menu at Kutscherschänke - Uriges Wirtshaus. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,669 customers, it’s truly one of the best restaurants in the whole of Dresden.

If you feel like having something slightly different, check out Schwerelos – Das Achterbahn-Restaurant. This is one of the most recommended restaurants in the city. Considering its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,313 customers, it’s one that most guests enjoy.

Sophienkeller im Taschenbergpalais is another restaurant you could book a table at tonight. This fantastic restaurant is often recommended by both travelers and locals in Dresden, and has an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,294 customers.

As your day in Dresden is coming to an end retreat to a bar where you can celebrate the start of your exciting luxury holiday in Germany.

Make your way to Lloyd’s Café & Bar. This bar promises a great atmosphere for your celebrations and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,382 customers.

Or, why not continue your evening at HANS IM GLÜCK - DRESDEN Altmarkt, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars among 7,391 guests.

Another bar where you can have a great time tonight is Restaurant Carolaschlösschen Dresden. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,533 customers.

Raise a toast to the start of your 5-day luxury vacation in Germany and look forward to more fantastic days to come!

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Experiences

Day 2 – Dresden and Berlin

Day 2

Day 2 – Dresden and Berlin

  • Dresden
  • Berlin
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Drive 201 km, 2 hours 50 min

  • Zwinger
  • Semperoper Dresden
  • Church of Our Lady
  • Brühl's Terrace
  • Loschwitz Bridge
  • More

On day 2 of your luxury road trip holiday in Germany you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Dresden and the city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 2 nights.

Your day starts in Dresden. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Zwinger your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,025 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this palace and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Semperoper. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,463 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this opera house and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Church of Our Lady. This church building has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,743 visitors.

When you’re finished at the tourist attraction, the perfect next stop is the popular Brühl's Terrace. This spectacular tourist attraction and attraction is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 12,513 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Loschwitz Bridge. This cantilever bridge is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,182 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Dresden by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Germany to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Germany. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Dresden today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Berlin, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try A Mano, one of the best restaurants in Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,451 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend Restaurant Trattoria Portofino as one of their top choices in the city. Restaurant Trattoria Portofino is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,371 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Berlin is Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

LIMONADIER Cocktailbar is one of the best bars you can visit in Berlin tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,853 customers.

Alternatively, try BrewDog Berlin Mitte. BrewDog Berlin Mitte is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Germany! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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Day 3 – Berlin

Day 3

Day 3 – Berlin

  • Berlin
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Drive 12 km, 44 min

  • Potsdamer Platz
  • Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Siegessäule
  • Berlin Zoological Garden
  • More

On day 3 of your luxury holiday, you’ll get the opportunity to experience the spectacular city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 1 night, which gives you enough time to discover some of the most amazing things to see and do in the city. Start your morning with a hearty breakfast and get ready for an entire day of enjoying Berlin to the fullest.

Today you will have the opportunity to visit multiple popular travel destinations in Berlin. Begin your sightseeing with a visit to the outstanding Potsdamer Platz. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 visitors.

When you’re finished at Potsdamer Platz, make a stop at the wonderful Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. This incredible attraction is a holocaust memorial, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors.

Next up, make your way to one of the best places to see according to travelers in Berlin, the extraordinary Brandenburg Gate. This triumphal arch is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 visitors.

As the day moves along, another attraction you will probably want to visit is the incredible Siegessäule. Up to 25,973 visitors have rated this victory column an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you’re up for one last attraction today, check out the popular Berlin Zoological Garden.

Tonight you will stay at one of the best luxury hotels in Berlin. We have selected the perfect options for you to have the loveliest experience in Berlin.

Treat yourself to an overnight stay at the wonderful Motel One Berlin-Alexanderplatz, a highly recommended 3-star hotel in the city. This hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,738 guests and guarantees you a pleasant break from your self-drive luxury vacation.

Another excellent luxury accommodation alternative in Berlin is the fantastic IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof. This 4-star hotel is the ultimate place to lay back and treat yourself to some well-deserved downtime after a busy day exploring. IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 14,929 guests.

Alternatively, check in at the outstanding Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt. This 5-star hotel is warmly recommended by previous guest and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 7,531 reviews to prove it. Get cozy and rest before it’s yet again time to hit the roads.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best luxury hotel alternatives if these are not available.

After a long day of exploring, it’s time for indulging in some food. Make a reservation at one of the best restaurants in Berlin.

We recommend you eat at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like the fantastic YOSOY TAPAS BERLIN. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,116 customers.

Alternatively, check out the menu at NENI Berlin. Considered one of the best restaurants in Berlin, it has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,628 customers.

If you’re curious about more of the best restaurants in Berlin, Delhi 6 Restaurant - Berlin is one to check out. Delhi 6 Restaurant - Berlin is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, retreat to your hotel for some rest, or head out to a bar to celebrate your time in Berlin.

Many locals go to Zur Gerichtslaube to have a good time. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.

If you feel like going somewhere else, another popular option in the city is KASCHK by BRLO. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe is another great option in Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

Enjoy an amazing evening in Berlin, and get ready for more fantastic days to come of your luxury vacation in Germany!

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Day 4 – Dresden

Day 4

Day 4 – Dresden

  • Berlin
  • Dresden
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Drive 202 km, 2 hours 59 min

  • Checkpoint Charlie
  • Topography of Terror
  • Berlin Wall Memorial
  • Alexanderplatz
  • East Side Gallery
  • More

On day 4 of your luxury road trip holiday in Germany you will have the opportunity to experience two destinations in one day, the city of Berlin and the city of Dresden. You’ll stay in Dresden for 1 night.

Your day starts in Berlin. Give yourself time to see some of the city’s very best attractions before it's time to hit the road.

Make the amazing Checkpoint Charlie your first stop of the day. The average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors gives you an idea of what to expect from this must-see tourist destination and attraction before you head there.

Next up, make a stop at the incredible Topography of Terror. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 visitors, it's easy to understand why so many people visit this military museum and attraction.

Another unforgettable travel destination you can visit on this day of your luxury holiday is the outstanding Berlin Wall Memorial. This museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 visitors.

When you’re finished at the square, the perfect next stop is the popular Alexanderplatz. This spectacular square and attraction is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 210,891 reviews.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic East Side Gallery. This art museum is a remarkable attraction with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 53,098 visitors.

Make the most of your day in Berlin by joining exclusive tours and activities that take your luxury holiday in Germany to the next level. This is only one of many experiences you can include in your luxury travel package in Germany. So make sure to check out the other options too, to find the best way to spend your time in Berlin today.

By the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Dresden, where you will choose among some of the best luxury hotels.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Pulverturm, one of the best restaurants in Dresden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,763 customers.

If you feel like having something else, locals also recommend L'Osteria as one of their top choices in the city. L'Osteria is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,368 customers.

Another restaurant you could try in Dresden is Wilma Wunder Dresden. This lovely restaurant has a fantastic menu and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,474 customers.

If you’re not yet ready to head back to your hotel, we recommend you check out the nightlife of the city.

Bräuhaus am Waldschlösschen is one of the best bars you can visit in Dresden tonight. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,289 customers.

You can also enjoy a glass or two at a popular place like Watzke am Goldenen Reiter. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,871 customers.

Alternatively, try Shamrock Irish Bar & Restaurant. Shamrock Irish Bar & Restaurant is the perfect place to get to know some locals in the city. This top-recommended bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,555 customers.

Raise a glass in celebration of your fantastic luxury holiday in Germany! Head back to your hotel for some much-needed rest in preparation for tomorrow’s adventures.

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Day 5 – Dresden - departure day

Day 5

Day 5 – Dresden - departure day

  • Dresden - Departure day
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  • Golden Rider
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Today is the last day of your 5-day luxury holiday in Germany and it’s soon time to start your journey home. This is your chance to get one last glimpse of Dresden before saying goodbye.

Catch a later flight to enjoy some extra time for exploring. If you have a late departure, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

Make the most of what’s left of your luxury vacation in Germany by heading out to the stunning Golden Rider. This extraordinary monument and attraction is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 10,991 reviews, and is an excellent choice for your last sightseeing in Dresden.

Don’t end your vacation hungry. For one last meal in the city of Dresden, check out the menu at Bakery Wippler GmbH. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,629 customers.

Alternatively, another recommendation is Luisenhof, Dresden. This restaurant is a popular choice among travelers as well as locals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,856 customers.

You will then say farewell to Dresden and begin your journey home. We wish you safe travels and a warm welcome home, with unforgettable memories and incredible photos from your luxury holiday in Germany in your luggage!

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