Highlights of Germany

Visit Germany

Day 1

Welcome to Berlin

Start your Central European adventure in Berlin.

Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers, spend time exploring this remarkable city before enjoying dinner.

Day 2

Explore Bustling Berlin Connect with Locals

Explore an iconic landmark of Berlin during an experience at the Berlin TV Tower, you'll enjoy inspiring 360° views of the city and Spree River.

See the Neo-Renaissance Reichstag, the Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden with a Local Specialist during your included sightseeing tour. Enjoy some free time this afternoon exploring the city on your own or consider joining an Optional Experience delving into Berlin's secret past. This evening, enjoy a Be My Guest experience in Prenzlauer Berg, with a traditional German dinner hosted by Camilla and Elisa.

Day 3

Off to Dresden

A short drive south brings us to Dresden, the ‘Florence on the Elbe', where we'll hear about the city's restoration following its devastation during World War II as you admire its beautiful Baroque façades.

See the Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace and the fully reconstructed Frauenkirche. Consider delving into the treasures of Dresden, joining an Optional Experience to explore this elegant city.

Day 4

Venture to Historic Nuremberg

Visit the village of Mödlareuth, which inherited the moniker of 'Little Berlin' due to its wall separating East and West Germany.

Gain insights into a divided Germany at its open-air museum and see a section of the original wall with its security features. This afternoon, arrive in the Bavarian city of Nuremberg, once the unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire and today the economic, social and cultural capital of Franconia. During your orientation see the mighty castle ramparts and stand in the Hauptmarkt main square which is dominated by the impressive Frauenkirche, a great example of the Gothic brick-style architecture of the region. Spend the rest of your day at leisure indulging in the local specialty of grilled Nürnberger Rostbratwurst with sauerkraut.

Day 5

On to Rothenberg and Heidelberg Dive Into Culture Make Travel Matter

Stroll through the narrow lanes of Rothenburg – its beautiful medieval centre seemingly frozen in time and encircled by a fortified town wall that remains intact after centuries.

Admire the beautiful market square, lined with half-timbered houses, and the Old Town Hall before travelling to Heidelberg, and perhaps have the chance to capture views of the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, as well as the baroque-style Old Town. Later, witness a Black Forest treasure as you Dive Into Culture and learn about the centuries-old craft of cuckoo clock making. This evening over dinner, we learn from a local expert about Hofgut Sternen’s innovative design and the traditions of the Black Forest on MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.

Day 6

Admire Neuschwanstein Castle and Munich

Travel through the beautiful countryside to a land of fables and folklore.

This morning, tread in the footsteps of shy King Ludwig II and visit his Neuschwanstein Castle (Subject to Availability), built as a retreat for the king to withdraw from public life. Continue through the beautiful countryside to Munich.

Day 7

Explore Munich

Explore Munich, taking in the distinctive towers of the Cathedral, strolling through Marienplatz, and seeing the impressive town hall with its charming Glockenspiel.

A short walk leads to the 13th-century St. Peter’s Church, the Viktualien food market square, and a traditional beer hall. Spend the afternoon with a Local Specialist at the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial, a powerful experience that offers insight into this dark chapter of history. End the day over dinner with your fellow travellers, reminiscing about the journey and the moments that made it unforgettable.

Day 8

Farewell Germany

After breakfast, say a fond farewell after a memorable holiday.

Dining Summary

4 Dinner (D)

7 Breakfast (B)

Be My Guest

Berlin: Join Camilla and Elisa in their cosy cafe in Berlin’s Prenzlauer Berg for a warm and welcoming evening. Enjoy a traditional three-course German dinner as your hosts share their stories, their passion for local cuisine, and a deeper perspective into this vibrant neighbourhood’s history and culture.

Dive into Culture

Black Forest: Watch as skilled craftsman capture the distinctive sound of the cuckoo demonstrating the centuries' old craft of clock making in the Black Forest.

Iconic Experience

Berlin: During a sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist, admire Berlin landmarks like the Tiergarten and the neo- Renaissance Reichstag.

Berlin: Take in panoramic views of the city from the observation platform of the Berlin TV Tower.

Dresden: Stroll through the historic center of Dresden and learn about the city's reconstruction. 

Nuremberg: Visit the village of Mödlareuth and gain insights into its divided history at the town's open-air museum. 

Nuremberg: Explore Nuremberg, perhaps indulging in the wonderful food at the Haupmarkt main square.

Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Visit the medieval center of Rothenburg.

Heidelberg: Explore one of Germany's most enchanting cities during an orientation with your Travel Director.

Munich: Admire the magical countryside at the Neuschwanstein Castle.

Munich: During your orientation of the city with your Travel Director, see Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, the Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, the English Garden, the Hofbräuhaus, St. Peter's Church and the famous Marienplatz.

Dachau: Join a Local Specialist for a guided visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial, a powerful reminder of the atrocities of the Holocaust. Walk through the former barracks and memorial sites, hear the stories of those who were imprisoned here, and gain a deeper understanding of this dark chapter in history. 

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

Black Forest: Tonight, a Local Specialist will introduce you to Hofgut Sternen as a sustainable destination in the heart of the Black Forest. Learn how they work to conserve their beautiful environment through using their own energy plant and working with the natural resources of the region. Your experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.

Must-see Highlights

Explore Berlin

Discover Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Heidelberg

Visit the Berlin TV Tower, Mödlareuth Open Air Museum and Neuschwanstein Castle

View Heidelberg Castle

See the Bavarian Apls

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