Best Of Germany See all the sights on this jam-packed Best of Germany trip. From cutting-edge Berlin, you’ll travel back in time and enjoy a traditional meal in a medieval castle, watch life along the Rhine unfold on a cruise and see how the beauty of the Black Forest inspired fables and fairy tales.
Dining Summary
11 Breakfast (B)
1 Lunch (L)
3 Dinner (D)
Be My Guest
Rhineland: In a medieval castle, enjoy an exclusive lunch and be transported back to the time of kings and knights.
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
Frankfurt: Spend the day exploring the sights of Frankfurt.
Cologne: Enjoy a trip to Cologne and admire its spectacular cathedral.
Rhineland: Cruise beneath the semi-ruined castles and terraced vineyards. Sleepy villages slip by as you saunter upstream to the Lorelei Rock where the enchantress lured sailors to their doom.
Hamburg: Spend the day basking in the iconic sights of Hamburg and appreciating the local delicacies.
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.
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.
Munich: Admire the magical countryside at the Neuschwanstein Castle.
Heidelberg: See the magnificent castle built in red sandstone, overlooking the Student Prince’s town.
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 Frankfurt, Cologne, Hamburg, Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Munich and Heidelberg
Visit the Berlin TV Tower, Mödlareuth Open Air Museum and Neuschwanstein Castle
View Cologne Cathedral and Heidelberg Castle
See the Lorelei Rock and the Bavarian Alps
Scenic Cruise along the Rhine River
Whats Included
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Optional Experiences and free time
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
Get ready for a trip like no other. Since 1947, more than five million happy past guests have discovered our difference. You’ll see top destinations, iconic sites, and get treated to exclusive local experiences – all with our team taking care of all the details. You’ll also discover the ways WE MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®, and how your journey leaves a positive impact. Do good, feel good, and make memories that last a lifetime.
Your bucket list moments
You’ll tick off not-to-miss iconic sights, local culture and unmissable natural wonders – all handpicked, planned and vetted by our Travel Experts who carefully craft your tour behind the scenes. Unlock the best of every place you visit and learn secrets from our local friends along the way.
Make unforgettable memories
Connecting you to experiences you wouldn’t otherwise have is what we do best. On all our tours you’ll be invited to the homes and businesses of locals for an exclusive Be My Guest experience, as well as a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. And on many itineraries, you will be enjoying a Stays with Stories accommodation experience, in some of the world’s most interesting locations.
Travel with complete ease
With Trafalgar everything is planned, vetted, booked and organized before you start. And, when you’re on your tour, Your Travel Director and Driver team handle all your logistics, bookings, tickets, transport and more – so all you have to do is enjoy your vacation and the freedom of living in the moment.
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