Best of Germany and Austria Summer 2019

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Admire the spires of Cologne and Salzburg, cruise along the Rhine and criss-cross 'East' and 'West' in Berlin. You'll also sample Tyrolean hospitality and visit the city that inspired 'The Sound of Music'.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • CITY TOUR in Berlin, Salzburg and Vienna
    • ORIENTATION of Frankfurt, Cologne, Würzburg, Rothenburg, Munich, Oberammergau and Innsbruck
    • VISIT Berlin TV Tower and Neuschwanstein Castle
    • CRUISE along the Rhine River
    • SEE the Lorelei Rock, Marienberg Fortress and the Prince-Bishops' residence in Würzburg and Melk Abbey
    • VIEW the Cologne Cathedral, the Golden Roof in Innsbruck and Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg

What's this trip about?

    Admire the spires of Cologne and Salzburg, cruise along the Rhine and criss-cross 'East' and 'West' in Berlin. You'll also sample Tyrolean hospitality and visit the city that inspired 'The Sound of Music'.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityFrankfurt
End CityVienna

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

Attractions

  • Berlin
  • Frankfurt
  • Innsbruck
  • Munich
  • Salzburg
  • Vienna

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Frankfurt

Embrace centuries-old heritage charm and modern style in the vibrant city of Frankfurt, our springboard for a delightful exploration of the best of Germany and Austria. Spend your day exploring the Altstadt and soaking up the atmosphere of a bygone era, before meeting...

Day 2: Frankfurt – Rhine Cruise – Cologne

The legend of Lorelei kick-starts our morning as we board a leisurely cruise along the mighty Rhine past castles and vineyard-clad hills. We stop to 'Connect With Locals' over a Be My Guest lunch and hear tales of nights and feuding lords and ladies in a 13th-century ...

Day 3: Cologne – High-Speed Train – Berlin Sightseeing (2 Nights)

This morning, we board a high-speed train to historic Berlin, whose once-turbulent history has shaped its rebirth as the charismatic capital of Germany. Join a Local Specialist for an exploration of East meets West and delve into the story behind their reunification. ...

Day 4: Berlin Sightseeing and Free Time

Venture up one of the icons of a united Berlin and Germany. 'Dive Into Culture' and savour spectacular 360° views of the city from the Berlin TV Tower. Enjoy some free time this afternoon to explore the city on your own. Perhaps see the remnants of the Berlin Wall, vi...

Day 5: Berlin – Würzburg – Rothenburg

Celebrate beauty through your admiration of art and architecture in beautiful Würzburg, where you will see the Prince-Bishops' residence and Marienburg Fortress, on the banks of the Main. Continue to Rothenburg and dine tonight in your hotel, one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' and a traditional timbered German building within the town walls of medieval Rothenburg.

Day 6: Rothenburg – Munich (2 Nights)

This morning, we embark on an orientation walk through the medieval centre of Rothenburg, seemingly frozen in time and encircled by a fortified town wall that remains intact after centuries. Travelling south through picture-perfect landscapes of Bavaria, we arrive in ...

Day 7: Munich Orientation

Stroll through the heart of Munich this morning, visiting its Marienplatz with both its new and old City Halls built on its periphery. See the magical Glockenspiel that delights visitors throughout the day with its enactment of 16th-century tales. Spend the rest of th...

Day 8: Munich – Neuschwanstein – Oberammergau

Indulge in a world of fantasy and fables, journeying to the Neuschwanstein Castle, built as a retreat for King Ludwig II to retire from public life. Travelling through the dark forests of Bavaria, we arrive in Oberammergau and see where the Passion Play has been performed every decade since 1634 when the Plague gripped Europe. This evening we dine at our hotel.

Day 9: Oberammergau – Innsbruck Orientation

We drive across the Austrian border and to Tyrol, arriving in its capital where we will embark on a short orientation tour that includes views of the Old Town, Hofburg Palace and the ornate Golden Roof, built to commemorate the wedding of Emperor Maximilian I. Spend y...

Day 10: Innsbruck – Salzburg Sightseeing

Travel to Salzburg where spires and domes rise in the shadow of Hohensalzburg Castle, one of the largest medieval fortresses in Europe. Join a Local Specialist for a fascinating walking tour of a city that featured in 'The Sound of Music'. View Mozart's birthplace and family house in Getreidegasse, and the Domplatz dominated by Salzburg Cathedral. This evening, we dine at our hotel.

Day 11: Salzburg – Dürnstein – Vienna (2 Nights)

Scenic landscapes provide a beautiful backdrop for our drive past Lake Mondsee to the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley. Sloping vineyards line the Danube from Melk Abbey to Dürnstein, where Richard the Lionheart was held prisoner and subsequently found by Blondel, his fait...

Day 12: Vienna Sightseeing

Explore the splendour of Vienna at the exquiste Hofburg Palace, the former winter residence of the Habsburg Dynasty - one of the highlights of your guided sightseeing tour of Vienna with a Local Specialist. Enjoy views of the grand State Opera House and Ringstrasse, a...

Day 13: Depart Vienna

We bid farewell to your companions at the end of a wonderful holiday. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.

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Price From $3,475
Price per day$267
Last Updated: 9/6/2019

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Evelyn

Nov 2017

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Best of Germany

No time at places. Rest stops were gas stations...s...

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Melida

Oct 2017

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Best of Germany

Memorable trip. good tour

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Donna

Oct 2017

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Best of Germany and Austria

The optionals were good choices. We went on all but 2 of them. However, they added over $1,000 to our trip after the exchange which we expected as we have been on ...

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Carol

Oct 2017

Provided byTrafalgar

Best of Germany

Opportunity to visist many cities throughout Germany.

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Erica

Oct 2017

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Best of Germany

Would like more time in Rothenberg, Berlin and Black Forrest. Need another night at the hotel Maritim Titisee as the setting and surroundings gave a pleasant respit...

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Accommodation

  • Hilton Danube Waterfront
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Meals Included
  • 12 hot buffet breakfasts
  • 1 lunch
  • 5 dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • Porterage is included at train stations.
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • An expert Travel Director and a professional Driver
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • VIP entry to many sights
  • High-speed train ticket between Cologne and Berlin.
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