Itinerary
- Day 1
Frankfurt
You'll land at Frankfurt airport and head to your downtown hotel to get settled. From there, the rest of the day is yours to wander around at your own pace. Check out Römer Platz and walk toward the Main River, then cross the bridge to take in the Mainhattan skyline views.
- Start point
- Frankfurt am Main, Hesse, Germany (Airport)
Optional Activities
- Visit Römer Platz, the main square of Frankfurt
- Walk toward the Main River and cross the bridge for Mainhattan skyline views
Landmarks Römer Platz Main River 
- Day 2
Rhine Valley
After breakfast, you'll use your regional train day pass to head into the Rhine Valley on your own. Stop in Rüdesheim am Rhein to see Drosselgasse and Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet, then continue to Koblenz. Walk through the medieval Deutsches Ecke where the Rhine and Moselle Rivers meet, and you can take a boat sail on the Rhine before heading back to Frankfurt later in the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Regional train day pass for Rhine Valley exploration
- Rhine River boat sailing from Koblenz
Optional Activities
- Visit Drosselgasse lane with shops, taverns and restaurants in Rüdesheim am Rhein
- Explore Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet museum in Rüdesheim am Rhein
- Visit Brömserburg Castle and Rheingau Wine Museum in Rüdesheim am Rhein
- Purchase cuckoo clockwork souvenirs
- Stop in towns along the Rhine route
- Walk from Koblenz train station to Deutsches Ecke (German Corner)
Landmarks Rüdesheim am Rhein Drosselgasse Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet Brömserburg Castle Rheingau Wine Museum Koblenz Deutsches Ecke Rhine River - Day 3
Heidelberg - Baden-Baden - Freiburg
You'll travel by private vehicle after breakfast to explore southern Germany. First, you get to see Rothenburg ob der Tauber with its intact medieval walls and towers, then head to Heidelberg to check out Heidelberg Castle sitting above the Neckar River and walk through the charming city streets. There's a quick stop in Baden-Baden to stroll the elegant town center before you finish the day in Freiburg at the foot of the Black Forest.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Heidelberg city streets
- Visit to Heidelberg Castle
Optional Activities
- Walk the well-preserved medieval walls and towers of Rothenburg ob der Tauber
- Climb Town Hall Tower in Rothenburg ob der Tauber for views of town and countryside
- Explore charming streets and squares of Heidelberg
- Stroll through Baden-Baden town center
- Evening meal at local restaurants in Freiburg
- Evening stroll through Freiburg's historic streets
Landmarks Rothenburg ob der Tauber Heidelberg Castle Neckar River Heidelberg Baden-Baden Black Forest 
- Day 4
Strasbourg
After breakfast, you're heading to the Alsatian towns of Colmar and Strasbourg for a day trip. In Colmar, you'll walk through the historic Old Town with its romantic canals and colorful half-timbered houses with flower-filled bridges. Later, you continue to Strasbourg for a guided tour of the UNESCO World Heritage city center, including the Gothic Cathedral, and explore La Petite France with its charming canals and timber-framed buildings before returning to Freiburg.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Alsatian lunch in Colmar)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Strasbourg historic center and UNESCO World Heritage site
- Lunch in Colmar
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Colmar's narrow cobblestone streets
- Explore Colmar's historic Old Town with Gothic churches and Renaissance buildings
- Admire Strasbourg Cathedral
- Explore La Petite France district in Strasbourg
Landmarks Colmar Strasbourg Cathedral La Petite France Strasbourg - Day 5
Mainau Island - Immenstadt - Füssen
You'll leave Freiburg after breakfast and head to Lake Constance (Bodensee). In Konstanz, you can walk the waterfront promenade and check out the Old Town with its cathedral. Next, a boat takes you to Mainau Island where you'll wander through botanical gardens and themed plant displays. After that, you head to Immenstadt for a wine tasting, then finish the day in Füssen at the foot of the Bavarian Alps.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Mainau Island (Island of Flowers)
- Winery tour with wine tasting in Immenstadt
Optional Activities
- Stroll along Konstanz waterfront promenade
- Explore Konstanz Old Town with narrow streets and picturesque squares
- Visit Konstanz Cathedral
- Wander through Mainau Island's themed gardens including Rose Garden and Mediterranean Terrace
Landmarks Konstanz Konstanz Cathedral Mainau Island Lake Constance Immenstadt Füssen Bavarian Alps 
- Day 6
Linderhof Castle - Oberammergau - Munich
After breakfast, you'll join a guided tour to see Neuschwanstein Palace, Germany's most popular castle and the inspiration for Disney fairy tales. You'll also visit Linderhof Castle with its French rococo style and manicured gardens. There's time in the village of Oberammergau for shopping and photos before you head to Munich for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour to Neuschwanstein Castle
- Guided tour to Linderhof Castle
Optional Activities
- Explore the scenic German countryside
- Shopping and photo stop in Oberammergau
Landmarks Neuschwanstein Castle Linderhof Castle Oberammergau 
- Day 7
Munich
You'll start the day with a guided city tour through Munich's historic center, walking past Karlstor Gate, Frauenkirche Cathedral, Odeon Square, and Marienplatz with the city hall. The afternoon and early evening are free for you to do what you want. Later, head to the legendary Hofbräuhaus beer hall for dinner with live traditional Bavarian music, and try classic Bavarian dishes and beer.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided city tour in Munich including Karlstor Gate, Frauenkirche Cathedral, Odeon Square, and Marienplatz
Optional Activities
- Explore Munich privately during free time
- Dinner at Hofbräuhaus beer hall with live Bavarian music and classic Bavarian cuisine
Landmarks Karlstor Gate Frauenkirche Cathedral Odeon Square Marienplatz Hofbräuhaus - Day 8
Salzburg
After breakfast, you'll take a two-hour train to Salzburg, Austria for a day trip to one of Europe's most beautiful cities. You'll get an orientation and guided information about major sights like Salzburg Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, and Mirabell Gardens. Then you have time to walk around the compact Old Town on your own before the train takes you back to Munich for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Salzburg including Cathedral, St. Peter's Church, Mirabell Gardens, and Salzach riverbanks
Optional Activities
- Explore Salzburg Old Town independently
- Visit Sound of Music locations in Salzburg
Landmarks Salzburg Cathedral St. Peter's Church Mirabell Gardens Salzach River - Day 9
Departure
After breakfast, you'll have the morning to explore Munich again, go shopping, or visit Nymphenburg Castle if you'd like. Then you'll head to the airport for your flight home. Our services end once you check in at the airport.
- End point
- München, Bavaria, Germany (Airport)
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Revisit Munich sights
- Shopping in Munich
- Visit Nymphenburg Castle
Landmarks Nymphenburg Castle
