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Best of Germany
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Tour Type: Country ExplorerBrochure Type Europe & Britain 2025 v1See 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. Be My Guest- Rhineland In a medieval castle, enjoy an exclusive lunch and be transported back to a time of kings and knights.
Dining Summary- 11 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- 4 Dinner (D)
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- 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.
- Berlin During a sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist, admire Berlin landmarks like the Tiergarten and the neo- Renaissance Reichstag.
- 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.
- Nuremberg Explore Nuremberg, perhaps indulging in the wonderful food at the Haupmarkt main square.
- Berlin Take in panoramic views of the city from the observation platform of the Berlin TV Tower.
- Cologne Enjoy a trip to Cologne and admire its spectacular cathedral.
- Rothenburg ob der Tauber Visit the medieval center of Rothenburg.
- Dresden Stroll through the historic center of Dresden and learn about the city's reconstruction.
- Frankfurt Spend the day exploring the sights of Frankfurt.
- Hamburg Spend the day basking in the iconic sights of Hamburg and appreciating the local delicacies.
- Nuremberg Visit the village of Mödlareuth and gain insights into its divided history at the town's open-air museum.
- Heidelberg See the magnificent castle built in red sandstone, overlooking the Student Prince's town.
- Munich Admire the magical countryside at the Neuschwanstein Castle.
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
Must-see Highlights- Explore Berlin with a Local Specialist
- Visit the Berlin TV Tower, Mödlareuth Open Air Museum and Neuschwanstein Castle
- See the Lorelei Rock and the Bavarian Alps
- Scenic Cruise along the Rhine River
- Discover Frankfurt, Cologne, Hamburg, Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Munich and Heidelberg
- View Cologne Cathedral and Heidelberg Castle
Whats Included- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Optional Experiences and free time
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Call (904) 731-3101 for more information or to book today! Mention code 18891670 | Trafalgar Tours | Offer valid through 12/31/2024 | | | Day | Destination | Description | Day 1 | Frankfurt | Welcome to Frankfurt: Welcome to Frankfurt and savor an opportunity to see the sights on your own before meeting your Travel Director this afternoon for an orientation of Römerberg and the financial district. This evening, we enjoy a Welcome Reception with our fellow travelers, including a light meal and welcome drink to kick off our discovery of the best of Germany.
Accommodations: Sheraton Offenbach | Day 2 | Cologne | Cruise along the Rhine and journey to Cologne Connect with Locals: Resist the alluring calls of Loreley and board your leisurely cruise along the Rhine. Glide past vineyard-clad hills, stopping to Connect With Locals over lunch at a Be My Guest experience in a 13th century castle perched high above the river valley. Share stories of knights and feuding lords and ladies over lunch before continuing to Cologne, where we'll view the Gothic spires of its magnificent cathedral during our orientation of the city.
Accommodations: Mercure Koeln Belfortstrasse | Day 3 | Hamburg | Onwards to the Port City of Hamburg: Journey through the lush green landscape of Lower Saxony as we make our way to the international trade center of Hamburg, where we'll join our Travel Director for an orientation tour of the city's iconic sights. Spend some time at leisure exploring the city's seafaring heritage. Wander along the trendy Mönckebergstrasse, visit one of the city's brewhouses or consider a guided cruise through the city's harbor and discover why Hamburg is called Germany's 'Gateway to the World'. Tonight, we will dine at our hotel.
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza City Alster | Day 4 | Berlin | Journey to Berlin: Follow the picturesque Elbe Valley from Hamburg, crossing the former ?Iron Curtain' to the historic city of Berlin, whose once-turbulent history has shaped its rebirth as a charismatic capital city. Join your Local Specialist to explore the iconic landmarks of unified Berlin. See the Neo-Renaissance Reichstag, the Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden.
Accommodations: Catalonia Hotel Berlin. | Day 5 | Berlin | Discover the History and Icons of Berlin: Ascend the iconic Berlin TV Tower for 360° views of the city and Spree River. You'll learn how this landmark changed from being a symbol of the communist regime of East Germany to a symbol of a reunited Berlin before enjoying some time exploring Berlin your way. You could choose to join an Optional Experience to delve into the secrets of Berlin's past, including a visit to the site of Checkpoint Charlie.
Accommodations: Catalonia Hotel Berlin. | Day 6 | Dresden | Off to Dresden: A short drive south brings us to Dresden, the ?Florence on the Elbe', where we'll hear about the city's restoration following its devastation during World War II as you admire its beautiful Baroque façades. See the Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace and the fully reconstructed Frauenkirche. Consider delving into the treasures of Dresden, joining an Optional Experience to explore this elegant city.
Accommodations: Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden. | Day 7 | Nuremberg | Venture to Historic Nuremberg: Visit the village of Mödlareuth, which inherited the moniker of 'Little Berlin' due to its wall separating 'east' and 'west' Germany. Gain insights into a divided Germany at its open-air museum and see a section of the original wall with its security features. This afternoon, arrive in the Bavarian city of Nuremberg, once the unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire and today the economic, social and cultural capital of Franconia. During your orientation see the mighty castle ramparts and stand in the Hauptmarkt main square which is dominated by the impressive Frauenkirche, a great example of the Gothic brick-style architecture of the region. Spend the rest of your day at leisure indulging in the local specialties.
Accommodations: NH Collection | Day 8 | Munich | Continue to Medieval Rothenburg and Munich: Stroll through the narrow lanes of Rothenburg - its beautiful medieval center seemingly frozen in time and encircled by a fortified town wall that remains intact after centuries. Admire the beautiful market square, lined with half-timbered houses, and the Old Town Hall before traveling through the Bavarian countryside to Munich.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Westpark | Day 9 | Munich | Explore Munich: During your time in Munich, see the distinctive towers of the Cathedral as well as Marienplatz, the central square and the impressive town hall with its charming glockenspiel. The 13th-century St. Peter's church, the Viktualien food market square and a beerhall are only a short walk from here.
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Westpark | Day 10 | Black Forest | Admire Neuschwanstein Castle and the Black Forest: Travel through the beautiful countryside to a land of fables and folklore. This morning, we tread in the footsteps of shy King Ludwig II and visit his Neuschwanstein Castle (Subject to Availability), built as a retreat for the king to withdraw from public life. We continue through the magical countryside to the Black Forest, whose mystical landscape inspired fantasy and fiction from the famous Brothers Grimm. This evening over dinner, we learn from a local expert about Hofgut Sternen's innovative design and the traditions of the Black Forest on MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience.
Accommodations: Hofgut Sternen | Day 11 | Frankfurt | On to Heidelberg and Frankfurt Dive Into Culture: Witness a Black Forest treasure as you Dive Into Culture and learn about the centuries-old craft of cuckoo clock making. Later, travel to Heidelberg and perhaps have the chance to capture views of the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, as well as the Baroque-style Old Town. Spend the rest of the afternoon finishing up some last-minute shopping before continuing on to Frankfurt. Tonight we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your newfound friends, reminiscing over the iconic and unexpected highlights of our trip.
Accommodations: Sheraton Offenbach | Day 12 | Frankfurt | Farewell Germany: After breakfast, we say a fond farewell after a memorable holiday.
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