Germany and Italy Tours & Trips
Imagine yourself gliding through a landscape straight out of a fairy tale, where the Alps embrace the Italian lakes. Explore fashionable Milan, head to Lugano, Bellagio, and the beautiful shores of Lake Como. Find Zurich's charm, and head to Neuschwanstein Castle, which will take your breath away. What else? Munich’s beer halls, Verona's romance, Innsbruck, Florence's art, and the Swiss Alps. They all create amazing European magic.
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I was pretty unhappy with G Adventures at the beginning as I had expressed concerns with my health and wanted to cancel but they wouldn’t refund my money. However, the guide that I had, Andrei, was so incredible. He was so comforting, helpful, kind, and fun. I was so scared going into it but Andrei was so amazing and I truly could not have asked for a better guide. If I could give him a million stars I would.
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Unbelievable trip! Very organized and well-planned. Brad (tour guide) and Max (driver) provided exceptional service! Brad was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Absolutely would recommend Insight Tours and can’t wait for our next adventure!
Highlights of Europe (Small Groups, All Seasons, Start London, End Paris, 15 Days)
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Scenic Europe
30 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“You can really tell that he's driven with passion and love for his job. Great tour leader!”
Yasmin, traveled in August
Try traditional Bavarian cuisine at a historic Munich restaurant before heading to the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle with a guide. Stay at 3-4 star hotels including one at Lake Como in Italy's Lake District, where dinner is included. Walk across Lucerne's iconic Chapel Bridge, check out Innsbruck's Goldenes Dachl, and see the UNESCO-listed Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa. Glide through Venice's canals and take a guided tour of Florence's Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, followed by lunch and a visit to a leather and gold workshop.
Duration 9 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Italy Age Range Ages 10+ Operator Expat Explore Travel From
- US$1,615
Accommodations include Hotel Mythos in Milan, Montana Hotel Zurich, and the 4-star Maritim Hotel Munich while you check out Europe's highlights. Cruise Lake Como's private waters past the House of Gucci's Villa Balbiano, ride cogwheel trains down Mount Rigi to Vitznau, and tour Neuschwanstein Castle's fairy-tale interiors. See Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg, walk through Stein am Rhein's medieval streets, and visit the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Salzburg with Mirabell Gardens.
Duration 10 days Destinations Italy, Switzerland, Germany, Austria Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian Operator STM Tours LLC From $3,196
35% Off- US$2,078You save $1,119
Travel from Berlin to Paris and see Dresden's Baroque architecture, Munich's BMW Welt, and the fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle. Stay at properties like the Mercure Berlin Tempelhof and Holiday Inn Munich Sud while wandering Rothenburg's walled medieval streets and visiting Reims' Gothic cathedral. The trip includes stops at the Berlin Wall Memorial Museum, the Christmas Museum in Rothenburg, and a Danube Valley boat cruise to Kloster Weltenburg.
Duration 9 days Destinations Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, France Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Europamundo From
35% Off- US$1,632
Germany's oldest inhabited Meersburg Castle and the Zeppelin Museum in Friedrichshafen anchor this alpine adventure. The route continues to Italy for wine tasting in Verona and UNESCO-listed Unteruhldingen's Stone Age dwellings. Accommodations include Hotel Drei Löwen in Munich and Best Western Plus in Verona, with panoramic views from Marmolada mountain.
Duration 10 days Destinations Germany, Liechtenstein, Austria, Italy Age Range Ages 18+ Operator Blue-Roads Touring From
35% Off- US$4,519
Western and Central Europe: Venice, the Alps & the Flavours of Rome
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was an amazing experience being able to see so much in 1 week, being able to travel safely in a group.”
Yvette, traveled in March
Munich's Bavarian heart serves as the gateway to Italy's cultural capitals. The route winds through pristine alpine landscapes to Lake Misurina's crystal waters, Venice's maze-like canals, Florence's Renaissance treasures at Uffizi Gallery, and Rome's ancient wonders, complemented by authentic food tours throughout.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Italy Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator G Adventures From $1,599
17% Off- US$1,327You save $272
Sail the Rhine from Amsterdam to Basel on the Avalon Vista, which has 200-square-foot Panorama Suites with Open-Air Balconies. Pass through the UNESCO-listed Rhine Gorge, where you'll see ancient castles and the legendary Lorelei Rock. Check out Cologne's twin-spired Gothic cathedral and walk through Strasbourg's La Petite France district. After leaving the ship in Basel, head up Mount Pilatus for Swiss Alpine views. Walk across Lucerne's famous Chapel Bridge. Take a cruise on Lake Como to the village of Bellagio.
Duration 12 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, France, Switzerland, Italy Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Avalon Waterways From
17% Off- US$5,598+$231 upfront costs
This 14-day guided trek from Munich to Venice takes you through Bavaria's Ammergau massif and past Neuschwanstein and Linderhof Castles. Cross alpine passes including Scharnitzjoch (2,048m) and Rainbachscharte (2,724m) as you make your way south. Stay at Krimmler Tauernhaus mountain lodge during the route. Walk through the UNESCO Dolomites and see Tre Cime di Lavaredo before finishing at Lago di Braies and arriving in Venice. Accommodation includes 11 nights in 3-4* hotels and 2 nights in mountain huts, with half-board meals and an EU-certified English-speaking guide for groups of 5-13 hikers.
Duration 14 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Italy Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Grand Angle From
17% Off- US$6,555
This 11-day alpine adventure weaves through Bavaria's Lake Starnberg, Austria's Inn Valley, and South Tyrol's wine country. Stams Cistercian monastery, medieval Glurns, and Reinhold Messner's Juval Castle highlight the route. Charming hotels provide comfort while covering 40-65km daily through Germany and Italy's most scenic regions.
Duration 11 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Italy Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Operator Eurobike From
17% Off- US$2,410
This eight-day route connects Germany's highest health resort Mittenwald to Italy's Merano, passing Zugspitze at 2,962m. Munich's English Garden, Lake Starnberg's cycling paths, and South Tyrol's Vinschgau Valley showcase medieval castles and vineyards.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Italy Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Operator Eurobike From
17% Off- US$1,392
Travel from Munich's Bavarian capital to Venice's canals, staying at Lago di Braies and Antorno Lake before finishing in a Venice city center hotel. See Neuschwanstein Castle and Ludwig II's cave at Linderhof, then walk through Ettal's Benedictine monastery. Visit Innsbruck's Goldenes Dachl and St. James Cathedral during your route. Trek past the red-tinted Croda Rossa contrasting with Prato Piazza's green pastures, then tour beneath the northern faces of Tre Cime. This comfort-level adventure includes 14 breakfasts and 7 dinners throughout the trip.
Duration 15 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Italy Age Range Ages 16+ Operated in English, German, French Operator Grand Angle From
17% Off- US$4,916
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Best time to visit Germany and Italy
- Spring 2026
The spring season opens up excellent touring options between Germany and Italy, with pleasant weather and fewer tourist crowds making it ideal for exploration. Multi-country ski tours run through April starting with a Munich pickup in a Mercedes, taking you to exceptional slopes across Garmisch-Partenkirchen, St. Anton, and Alta Badia. Between skiing, guests can join hands-on pretzel workshops in traditional Bavarian kitchens and explore the grandeur of Neuschwanstein Castle with expert guides. As temperatures climb, cyclists take to the Munich-Venice routes, pedaling through the Isar floodplains past ancient monasteries and quaint Bavarian settlements before entering Austria's Karwendel Nature Park. The journey continues into the Pustertal valley of Italy, where the Dolomite mountains create perfect cycling conditions for riders of all levels. Many travelers appreciate the train-assisted portions, especially from Innsbruck to the Brenner Pass, followed by smooth descents along former railway tracks through historic Sterzing, medieval Bruneck and other charming towns.
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- Summer 2026
Summer opens up all sorts of outdoor options between Germany and Italy. The Alpine Escape route is a real hit, with boat rides around Lake Constance and stops at Mainau Island's summer gardens. Another solid choice mixes Venice's food scene with Florence's market walks - our guides know just when to duck out of the midday heat. Active types love our cycling route from Munich to Lake Garda; you'll pedal through Bavarian villages and follow the Isar river before hitting Italian wine country. Mountain tours through the Dolomites really come alive in summer, with cable car trips up Marmolada giving you clear views across the peaks.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Fall fills the German-Italian routes with color, especially along the wine trails. Cultural tours line up perfectly with harvest festivals - you'll try new wines in Verona with local cheese and meat while watching vineyards turn golden. The Munich to Venice bike routes feel just right in autumn, with cool temps perfect for riding past South Tyrol's apple orchards and medieval castles. Our Dolomites walks take on a special feel as larches turn yellow against limestone peaks. Many of our travelers pick this season for food tours, joining market walks in Florence when fall produce hits its peak and trying seasonal dishes in Rome's neighborhood spots.
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How can you best travel between Germany and Italy?
Getting between Germany and Italy is actually really straightforward by train especially the high-speed routes that connect the major cities. You can hop on a direct train from Munich to Verona which is super convenient and gives you amazing views along the way. If you're looking to explore the smaller towns there are lots of regional train options that let you see more local life and culture. The Venosta train between Malles and Merano in Italy is a great example of these local routes.
What kind of authentic local food can you find in Germany and Italy?
Munich's got these amazing Weißwurst sausages that you've got to try with sweet mustard at the beer gardens and the Bavarian pretzels from local bakeries are just incredible. When you're in Italy you'll find real Neapolitan pizza in Naples proper pasta dishes in Rome and the most amazing gelato in Florence. Verona's really known for its wines which pair perfectly with local cheeses and meats you can find all these specialties in restaurants and markets throughout both countries. There's this amazing place in Mori called Gelateria Bologna that's famous for their pistachio ice cream.
What natural areas can you visit outside the cities and how do you get to them?
The Black Forest in Germany is absolutely stunning with hiking trails through dense forests you can reach it pretty easily by car or public transport. Over in Italy the Dolomites are just breathtaking they're actually a UNESCO World Heritage Site with incredible peaks and valleys that you can explore using cable cars and mountain railways. Getting to Marmolada in the Dolomites is really cool you take a series of cable cars up. Lake Constance which sits right where Germany Austria and Switzerland meet offers beautiful boat tours and lakeside trails that are easy to get to from nearby towns.
What are some hidden route gems that travelers love taking?
The Romantic Road through Bavaria is this incredible route that takes you through medieval towns and castles it's really special. There's this interesting detour through Liechtenstein between Switzerland and Austria where you can take a city train tour of Vaduz their tiny capital. People really love these routes because they're so picturesque and way less crowded than the usual tourist spots. The "Alpine Escape" tours are great examples taking you through places like Lindau Vaduz and Innsbruck.
Which places are worth visiting but don't get too crowded?
Friedrichshafen's got this fascinating Zeppelin Museum that's perfect if you're into aviation history and it's usually pretty quiet compared to bigger cities. Meersburg sitting right on Lake Constance has Germany's oldest castle where people still live and these wonderful walking tours through historic streets. Up in Cortina d'Ampezzo you'll find great winter sports the Observatory of Helmut Ullrich with amazing views and this really interesting Museum of the Great War in Serauta that tells the story of World War I in the region.