Germany
If Beethoven’s 5th symphony races your heartbeat then your European travel plans must include Germany, a land of poets and thinkers, of Bach & Beethoven, of Goethe and Kant. Notorious for its Nazi roots, Germany redeemed itself by rising from its ashes like a phoenix.The focal point of European economy, Germany has redefined the art of engineering. It is a country that attracts stereotypes, from lederhosen-clad beer drinkers, to a national reputation for efficiency and rigor. A nation of bibliophiles the country dishes out nearly ninety four thousand titles a year!. A birthplace of Einstein, BMW and Schumacher, Germany offers more than just machines and Nobel laureates. There is the rich and intriguing history of the royal cities of Heidelberg and Potsdam; the rousing beauty of the Black Forest and the Bavarian Alps; the cosmopolitan centers of Munich, Frankfurt, Dusseldorf and Cologne; and the visceral impact of the Berlin Wall. The cities boast international cuisine and cutting edge entertainment, from the finest opera and theater scene to world-class DJs; and yes, it’s true, there is no speed limit on the autobahn! And while German food seldom inspires rapture, it is hearty and nourishing and complemented by excellent beers and regional wines. Just make sure you don’t drink and drive! Germany is both a reflection on the past and a hope for the future. So put it in on your travel bucket list and let your life wish you “Danke”!
If Beethoven’s 5th symphony races your heartbeat then your European travel plans must include Germany, a land of poets and thinkers, of Bach & Beethoven, of Goethe and Kant. Notorious for its Nazi roots, Germany redeemed itself by rising from its ashes like a phoenix.The focal point of European economy, Germany has redefined the art of engineering. It is a country that attracts stereotypes, from lederhosen-clad beer drinkers, to a national reputation for efficiency and rigor. A nation of bibliophiles the country dishes out nearly ninety four thousand titles a year!. A birthplace of Einstein, BMW and Schumacher, Germany offers more than just machines and Nobel laureates. There is the rich and intriguing history of the royal cities of Heidelberg and Potsdam; the rousing beauty of the Black Forest and the Bavarian Alps; the cosmopolitan centers of Munich, Frankfurt, Dusseldorf and Cologne; and the visceral impact of the Berlin Wall. The cities boast international cuisine and cutting edge entertainment, from the finest opera and theater scene to world-class DJs; and yes, it’s true, there is no speed limit on the autobahn! And while German food seldom inspires rapture, it is hearty and nourishing and complemented by excellent beers and regional wines. Just make sure you don’t drink and drive! Germany is both a reflection on the past and a hope for the future. So put it in on your travel bucket list and let your life wish you “Danke”!
Arrive at Berlin airport and transfer to your hotel. Check-in to your hotel. Free time to freshen up. Day at Leisure. Overnight in Berlin.
Enjoy full day Hop on Hop off Tour. Experience the historical /new city centre on a 1-hour boat tour and discover the chic areas of the metropolis of Berlin and the former Wall at three sites. Discover the hotspots of the districts of Prenzlauer Berg, Mitte, Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg, as well as the Berlin Wall Memorial, the Mauerpark and the world-famous East Side Gallery. Overnight in Berlin.
Transfer by train to Frankfurt. Reach Frankfurt station and make your way to hotel. Free time to freshen up. Overnight in Frankfurt.
This tour starts with a motorway drive to Baden Baden, one of Europe's most beautiful health resorts and best preserved spas. The hot springs have been known since 2000 years, and the city has an international reputation for healthcare. Enjoy the elegant Kurhaus, immaculate gardens and parks and the precious casino (if open). Followed by an enchanting round-trip through a unique natural landscape: the dark, coniferous woods of the Black Forest up to mysterious lake Mummelsee, a relic of the last Ice Age. Take a rest at this beautiful scenery and if you like, you can carry home a cuckoo clock, because here we are at the cradle of these wall clocks, 250 years ago. For Spa lovers, we offer the opportunity to stay in one of Baden-Badens famous Spas at your own expenses. The only disadvantage is, the journey of Baden-Baden will be missed and we will pick you up at the end of the tour. Overnight in Frankfurt.
Board a train from Frankfurt to Munich. Arrive Munich station and transfer to your hotel. Free time to freshen up. Overnight in Munich.
Visit to The Royal Castles Neuschwanstein and Linderhof. This excursion shows you these two extraordinary castles, both testifying to the vision of Bavaria's fairytale King. Short shopping stop in Oberammergau. Approx. 4 hours time to visit Neuschwanstein and for lunch. A visit of Linderhof with its fantastic grotto and moorish pavilion. Overnight in Munich.
Enjoy Full day Hop On Hop Off Tour. This tour gives a comprehensive view of Munich. The Pinakotheken art museums, the National Theater with the Royal Palace, Hofbraeuhaus and the colorful open air market (Viktualienmarkt) will be pointed out. Overnight in Munich.
Breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to Munich Airport.