Oktoberfest The Germanic Experience - Summer 2021

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Small Group Tour
Discovering Bavarian Germany & Imperial Austria

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Wheelchair Accessible
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Munich: A private invitation to exclusive seating in the renowned Ochsenbraterei Tent. Sit back and experience the festive atmosphere of this once in a lifetime event and enjoy a three course dinner, a dedicated host and savour the Bavarian Beer!
    • Munich: Join special guest Patrick von Ritchthofen, a direct descendant of Manfred von Ritchthofen, otherwise known as ‘The Red Baron’, for an unforgettable conversation and a Celebration Dinner.
    • Dresden: Dinner at Schloss Hotel Dresden-Pillnitz. Situated on the premises of the former summer residence of the King of Saxony. Majestic gardens, stunning architecture of the previous centuries create a truly magical atmosphere.
    • Melk: A river cruise along the stunning Wachau Valley and sample wine from a vineyard in the same region.
    • Vienna: A concert of classic Viennese music and dance combined with a delicious meal of traditional Austrian fare.
    • Nuremberg: Visit the town of Nuremberg
    • Munich: Visit the BMW Museum in Munich
    • Hohensalzburg Fortress: Visit the imposing Hohensalzburg Fortress
    • Hitler’s infamous: Visit Hitler’s infamous retreat ‘Eagles Nest’
    • Scenic Drive: Breathtaking scenic drive through Berchtesgaden countryside to Maria Gern chapel

What's this trip about?

    Discovering Bavarian Germany & Imperial Austria

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityBerlin
End CityVienna

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Austria
  • Germany

Attractions

  • Bavaria
  • Berlin
  • Dresden
  • Munich
  • Salzburg
  • Vienna

Trip includes

    • Accommodation in hand picked hotels in the best locations
    • Escorted by an expert Travel Director throughout
    • Business class legroom onboard your 40 seater luxury air conditioned coach
    • Included airport transfer service on first and last day of the trip (selected times)
    • Hotels and restaurant tips included
    • Concierge service and luggage handling throughout

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Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Berlin

On arrival at Berlin’s Tegel Airport, transfers leave for the hotel at 10:30 & 12:30. This afternoon, perhaps visit nearby Check Point Charlie - once the best known Berlin Wall crossing between East and West Berlin during the Cold War. Later, join your Travel Dire...

Day 2: Discover Berlin

Marvel this morning at the landmarks of the old East and West sections of Berlin during your sightseeing tour with a Local Expert. See the Brandenburg Gate, Unter den Linden and the Reichstag Building which were all major points of focus in 1990 during the reunificati...

Day 3: Journey to Dresden

A short drive south brings you to Dresden – known as ‘Florence on the Elbe’. Join a Local Expert to see the splendours of the city. From the Frauenkirche, which has risen again from the destruction of World War II, walk past ‘The Procession of the Dukes’, a mosaic of ...

Day 4: Journey to Munich

In Nuremberg witness the charming blend of stone and timbered dwellings in the Old Town as well as the massive ramparts, perhaps shop for delicious Lebkuchen (gingerbread)? Continue across the Danube to Munich, the capital of the state of Bavaria, lying near the foot of the German Alps. At night, perhaps consider dinner at one of Munich’s famous ‘Bier Kellers’?(Buffet Breakfast)

Day 5: Oktoberfest Experience

Be welcomed into fun loving Munich with an orientation tour which shows you the Feldernhalle on the Odeonsplatz, the Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, English Garden, Hofbrauhaus, St Peters Church and the famous Marienplatz. Munich hosts the most famous beer festiva...

Day 6: Visit the BMW Museum

After a relaxed start, take the opportunity to travel through time and experience fascinating BMW, with a history spanning 9 decades. See some of the most famous and valuable automobiles, motorcycles and engines during a tour of the museum. In the evening, join specia...

Day 7: Journey to Salzburg

A short drive over the Austrian border leads to Salzburg. A city steeped in musical history, a Local Expert will introduce you to the city renowned for Mozart and not forgetting the Sound of Music. The gardens of the Mirabell Palace, the imposing Hohensalzburg Fortres...

Day 8: Explore Berchtesgaden

Our day trip today takes us into ‘real’ Alpine Bavaria. Drive over the German border, past picturesque farmhouses and villages to Obersalzberg. Nearly 75 years ago, this small mountain paradise was the summer playground for top Nazi brass. Here we will transfer to spe...

Day 9: Journey to Vienna

Cross the Austrian border and head east through the rolling countryside to stop in the shadow of the great Monastery of Melk. Join a river cruise along the stunning Wachau Valley, where the Danube meanders below forested cliffs, topped with picturesque churches and ru...

Day 10: Discover Vienna

Much of Vienna’s present day charm is due to the long reign of the Habsburgs, so in the morning, join a Local Expert for a guided visit of Maria Theresa’s Schönbrunn Palace and formal gardens. Then get your camera ready for a drive around the famous Ring Road. This gr...

Day 11: Auf Wiedersehen Vienna

Auf Wiedersehen Vienna Your journey concludes after breakfast with transfers arriving at Vienna Airport at 07:00 and 09:00. (Buffet Breakfast)

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Price per day$354
Last Updated: 12/17/2021

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