Berlin, Prague & Munich Oktoberfest

Day 1: Overnight flight

Board your overnight flight, bound for Europe.

Day 2: Introduction to Berlin

Your tour director will take you on a quick walk to get to know the area.

Free time in Berlin (night)

Top 5 nightlife suggestions:

1. Potsdamer Platz – Check out the scene in Berlin's most popular area for bars, clubs, and restaurants.

2. English Theatre Berlin – This courtyard theater has shows in English (and only English) all year round.

3. Matrix – Get dancing at this huge (and hugely popular) club located underneath a train bridge on Warschauer Platz.

4. White Trash Fast Food – Despite the unappealing name, people love this place; it has live bands or DJs almost every night.

5. Prater Biergarten – Visit Berlin's oldest biergarten and have a couple pints of tasty German brew in the open air.

Welcome mixer

Get to know your fellow travelers at an authentic local spot over some drinks and light appetizers.

Day 3: Sightseeing tour of Berlin (local guide)

See Berlin’s can’t-miss sights with a local guide. Ride down the Kurfürstendamm, a very lively and very glittery street. Then pass the Rathaus Schönberg, where JFK gave his famous "Ich bin ein Berliner" speech in 1963. Also see the famed Brandenburg Gate, a major symbol of division during the Cold War and the site of a giant party after the Wall fell in 1989. Today the Gate is still a proud symbol of Germany’s reunification.

Day 4: Free Time in Berlin (day)

Top 3 free time suggestions:

1. East Side Gallery – This 1.3-km-long stretch of the Berlin Wall is both an outdoor memorial and a pretty amazing collection of street art.

2. Schönhauser Allee – Relax, explore and shop in this area of second-hand clothing stores and bars.

3. Alexanderplatz TV Tower – At 1,100 feet, this is the second-tallest structure in Europe; take an elevator to the observation platform for amazing views.

Day 5: Travel to Prague via Dresden

En route to the Czech Republic, stop in Dresden, a city devastated by bombings in WWII. Today the city is back in action with restaurants, pubs, cafés, and lots of cool architecture. You'll have time for lunch and a bit of exploration before making your way to Prague.This fairytale land has been well-preserved through history, with its Gothic architecture, winding cobblestone streets, and the largest ancient castle in the world. Fun, atmospheric, and magical, Prague is a city you never get tired of exploring.

Day 6: Sightseeing tour of Prague (local guide)

Take in the sights of Prague with a local guide. Begin at Prague Castle and the St. Vitus Cathedral, with its impressive stained glass by renowned Czech artist Mucha. Continue down the Golden Lane, a little row of houses where royal alchemists tried to turn lead into gold, then cross the famed Charles Bridge into Old Town.

Free Time in Prague (night)

Top 3 nightlife suggestions:

1. Black Light Theatre – Experience a one-of-a-kind show involving black lights, bright colors, and surreal storytelling.

2. Lucerna Music Club – Depending on the night, this popular spot has live music, a standard club scene, or the world’s best '80s night.

3. U Fleku – Eat traditional Czech cuisine and drink some great brew at the most famous beer hall in the city.

Day 7: Free Time in Prague (day)

Top 3 free time suggestions:

1. Communist Museum – See what life was like in Czechoslovakia during the communist years.

2. Letna Park – Up on a hill overlooking the city, this sprawling park has a big beer garden with amazing city views.

3. Vysehrad – Up on a hill just outside the city center, this park is a quiet break from the more touristy spots.

Excursion: Czech Yourself: Beer Flights & Bohemian Feast  Extra Cost

Did you know that the Czech Republic is the #1 beer-drinking country in the world? As they say: When in Czech, do as the Czechs do! Start with several samples of local beer as a guide teaches you about the subtle flavors, history and culture around this nectar of the gods. Then, it’s a short walk to your traditional feast, consisting of hearty, meaty dishes to compliment your perfect Pilsner.

Vegetarian option available.

Day 8: Travel to Munich via Dachau

On the way to Munich, stop in Dachau, once the site of a WWII Nazi concentration camp and now a moving memorial and museum. Then move on to Munich, the capital of Germany’s Bavaria region. It still has strong ties to its folkloric traditions, so you’ll definitely see some lederhosen. This is quintessential Germany, including beer halls, art, music, beer, and beer.

Introduction to Munich

Your tour director will take you on a quick walk to get to know the area.

Day 9: Sightseeing tour of Munich (local guide)

Get an in-depth tour of Munich. You’ll see the Frauenkirche, a gothic-style church and one of Munich’s most identifiable landmarks. Wander through Marienplatz, Munich’s central square and transportation hub. No trip to Germany would be complete without a trip to Hofbrauhaus, the most famous beer hall in the world.

Oktoberfest

You’re invited to the world's biggest party, featuring Bavarian food, beer and a guaranteed seat in a prime tent. Experience Oktoberfest like a VIP and take part in 500-year-old traditions with your group and others from all around the globe.

Day 10: Neuschwanstein Castle

Visit Neuschwanstein Castle, the model for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle and also home to one of the weirdest kings in Europe’s history.

Farewell Dinner

Share some last laughs (and maybe shed a few tears) at an included farewell dinner with the group.

Day 11: Fly Home

It's time to say your goodbyes. Head to the airport for your flight back home.