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- Platinum Operator
- Globus
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Low Intensity
- Travelers can expect some light physical activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 8 - 46
- All Ages Welcome
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Dine at local spots in historic German cities
- Cruise the Rhine and taste Kölsch in Cologne
- Tour Berlin's landmarks and memorials
- Stroll through Munich's Marienplatz
- Visit Neuschwanstein, the fairytale castle
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 ARRIVE IN FRANKFURT, GERMANY
- Day 2 FRANKFURT–COLOGNE–RHINELAND
- Day 3 RHINELAND–BERLIN
- Day 4 BERLIN
- Day 5 BERLIN–DRESDEN
- Day 6 DRESDEN–BAYREUTH–NUREMBERG
- Day 7 NUREMBERG–ROTHENBURG–MUNICH
- Day 8 MUNICH–OBERAMMERGAU–FÜSSEN
- Day 9 FÜSSEN AREA
- Day 10 FÜSSEN AREA–LINDAU–BIRNAU–LAKE TITISEE–BLACK FOREST
- Day 11 BLACK FOREST–HEIDELBERG–FRANKFURT
- Day 12 FRANKFURT
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
NH Frankfurt Niederrad
HotelDays 1, 11Cologne Marriott
Hotelday 2NH Collection Berlin Mitte Am Checkpoint Charlie
HotelDays 3, 4NH Collection Dresden Altmarkt
Hotelday 5NH Collection Nuernberg City
Hotelday 6Hilton Munich City
Hotelday 7Best Western Plus Hotel Fuessen
Hotelday 9Hofgut Sternen
Hotelday 10
Adventure Type
- Group AdventuresJoin a group and forge lifelong friendships.What to expect
- Fast booking confirmation
- Carefully planned itineraries
- Travel with like-minded people
- Personalized AdventuresCustomize an existing itinerary or create your own.What to expect
- Choose your preferred dates and duration
- Upgrade your accommodation
- Customize the itineraries
Operated by
Globus
Number of tours
446
Age Range
5 to 80 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
84%
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- MMschaferAugust 28th, 2025The tour was ok but not for young solo travellers. I did mostly all of the excursions on my own and did not pay for...Show moreTraveled in August 2025
AnonymousJuly 27th, 2024The tour was comprehensive and well planned. The tour director and tour guides were all very good. My primary...Show moreTraveled in July 2024- AEdOctober 25th, 2023Your director was very experienced and knowledgeable which enabled him to handle any situation.Traveled in September 2023Review collected by Globus
- ADeborahOctober 2nd, 2023Our tour exceeded our expectations and we saw so much about Germany from our excellent Tour Director Winfreid.Traveled in September 2023Review collected by Globus
- ALynneSeptember 30th, 2023We love Globus, so well organized and everything is made easy for the traveler.Traveled in September 2023Review collected by Globus
- ANormaSeptember 29th, 2023Great overview of Germany. Enhanced by excellent trip leader Winfried Clima and driver Tibor (from Hungary)Traveled in September 2023Review collected by Globus
- AJerrySeptember 29th, 2023Winfried was an excellent guide! And Tibor did a great job driving the bus.Traveled in September 2023Review collected by Globus
- AChristaSeptember 27th, 2023EXCELLENT VACATIONTraveled in September 2023Review collected by Globus
- AWALTERSeptember 26th, 2023We felt very satisfied with the sites included and the add-ons. The bus was clean and comfortable. The tour director...Show moreTraveled in September 2023Review collected by Globus
- ATerrySeptember 25th, 2023Accommodations and transportation were all first rate. Our tour leader, Viktor, took care of every detail and...Show moreTraveled in September 2023Review collected by Globus
Dates & Availability
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- Instant Confirmation-12%From Monday27 Apr, 2026To Friday8 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$4,299US $3,799 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-3%From Monday4 May, 2026To Friday15 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$5,229US $5,079 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday11 May, 2026To Friday22 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:US $4,589 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-3%From Monday18 May, 2026To Friday29 May, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$4,559US $4,409 per personMultiple Room Types
- 2 Other Unavailable Departures
- Instant Confirmation-3%From Monday15 Jun, 2026To Friday26 Jun, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$5,199US $5,049 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant Confirmation-3%From Monday22 Jun, 2026To Friday3 Jul, 2026EnglishThis departure date is available and will 100% departGuaranteed departureFrom:$4,399US $4,249 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
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Dale
Asked on November 15th, 2025Could you please clarify something for me? In the "What's Included" section, it lists several additional services, such as Frankfurt, the Rhine cruise, Cologne, etc. However, in the "What's Not Included" section, it also mentions additional services, referring to other activities and services that are not covered. Can you please confirm whether the items listed under "What's Included" (e.g., Frankfurt, Rhine cruise, Cologne) are fully covered, or if we need to pay extra for them?
GlobusOperator•Written November 2025Please see below excursions included in the itinerary (no extra payment required): Scenic cruise on the Rhine River, Visit to Cologne's Cathedral plus a complementary beer at the C\u00f6lner Hofbr\u00e4u Fr\u00fch, Guided sightseeing in Berlin includes stops at the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, the Holocaust Memorial, and the Brandenburg Gate, Walking tour in Nuremberg plus dinner with local specialties at the Bratwurst R\u00f6slein restaurant, Globus Choice excursions in Munich, Guided visit to King Ludwig's castle in Neuschwanstein, Private electric boat cruise on Lake Titisee, Cuckoo Clock demonstration and traditional Schwarzwaldkuchen (Black Forest cake) tasting in the Black Forest, Walking tour in Heidelberg Old Town includes funicular ride to visit castle, Orientation walks in Dresden and Rothenburg, Visit to Bayreuth, Oberammergau, Fussen, Lindau. Birnau, High-speed ICE train from Cologne to Berlin.
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Debra
Asked on November 4th, 2025We have a group of 8-10 retired engineers from Israel planning a trip to the Frankfurt area in early June 2026. They are seeking a customized itinerary to include visits to production plants (such as Mercedes, Porsche, and John Deere), 1-2 castles, 1-3 technical museums, and 2-3 Alsace wineries over 8-9 days.
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Debra
Traveler•Written November 2025Don't understand: this propsed itinerary is something else, NOT our layout!
- GlobusOperator•Written November 2025
Our tours only operate as published, We are unable to alter any of our tours. The request made will require us to alter the published tour.
- GlobusOperator•Written November 2025
With our custom tours, we do require a minimum of 20 guests. We can look at one of our brochure tours. If you are interested in moving forward with a brochure tour, please let me know. If you are interested in moving forward as a custom tour please remember we require a minimum of 20 guests.
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Dale
Asked on March 25th, 2025How much walking daily does the German Highlights tour require? How much would a single room charge be?
- GlobusOperator•Written March 2025
This tour will require a considerable amount of activity. You may be required to climb full flights of stairs, navigating uneven terrain and stand for prolonged periods of time. The fee for a single traveler will be an additional $680 USD.
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Raymond
Asked on February 28th, 2025What does the tour price include regarding meals?
- GlobusOperator•Written March 2025
The tour price generally includes breakfast every morning and some dinners, as specified in the itinerary. Please check your travel packet for detailed meal inclusions.
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Annika
Asked on February 28th, 2025Can I pre-purchase optional excursions?
- GlobusOperator•Written March 2025
Optional excursions can often be pre-purchased between 90-4 days before departure if available. Access further details through your online account.
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Bryan
Asked on November 29th, 2024What are the baggage limitations for the tour?
- GlobusOperator•Written December 2024
Each guest is permitted one suitcase not exceeding 30 x 21 x 11 inches (76 x 53 x 28 cm) and 50 lbs (22 kg). Hand luggage should not exceed 12 x 11 x 6 inches (30 x 28 x 14 cm).
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Caitlin
Asked on November 16th, 2024What should I do if I need assistance during the tour?
- GlobusOperator•Written November 2024
You can reach out to us via the Ask a Question button for any on-tour issues or emergencies.
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Leah
Asked on November 6th, 2024Is the departure guaranteed?
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Leah
Traveler•Written November 2024How long does a reply usually take?
- GlobusOperator•Written November 2024
Our May 5, 2025 departure is a guaranteed departure. As of today we have 15 spots available.
- GlobusOperator•Written November 2024
We can add to our booking that you are requesting two beds in your rooms. We do have showers in the hotels we intend to use.
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Andrés
Asked on October 28th, 2024What are the visa requirements for this tour?
- GlobusOperator•Written October 2024
Visa requirements vary based on your nationality and destinations included in the tour. It's recommended to check with your local consulate for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Pierre
Asked on October 20th, 2024Can the three of us stay in one hotel room?
- GlobusOperator•Written October 2024
Family accommodations are subject to availability. It may be possible to arrange a triple room or alternative configurations based on the hotel's current occupancy and room availability.
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