Private Tour Europe (GER001) In-Depth Germany (Grand Germany) 8 Days 7 Nights

We pick you up at Frankfurt Airport, the financial capital of Germany, filled with impressive high-rises and a sleek modern vibe. Stroll past the beautiful buildings of the Staedel Museum and Historisches Museum Frankfurt, as well as Goethe's birthplace.

Explore Frankfurt Old Town.

Travel 70 km to visit the Rhine Gorge World Heritage Site and the town of Rudesheim am Rhein. Take a stroll along the town's most famous lane, Drosselgasse—only 144 meters long, yet wonderfully captivating for visitors.

Take a scenic cruise along the Rhine River, if you wish.

After dinner, travel 125 km to Heidelberg. Overnight in Heidelberg.

In the morning, explore Heidelberg's Old Town, visiting the iconic bridge and Heidelberg Castle. Here you'll find the world's largest wine barrel. Looking down from the castle reveals warm brown rooftops—a panorama Germans praise as one of the most picturesque town views in Germany.

Stroll through the Old Town with free time for shopping and a casual lunch on your own.

In the afternoon, travel to Baden-Baden, located at the edge of the Black Forest. Known for its mineral-rich thermal springs ideal for wellness and beauty baths, it is renowned as the finest spa town in Europe, nicknamed the 'Summer Capital of Europe.' It's a delightful town with a relaxing atmosphere that's pure joy to wander around.

Take a stroll through the Spa Park (Kurpark), Cafe Bar Trinkhalle, and around town. Visit the town's historic Friedrichsbad Roman-Irish Bath (please prepare swimwear) and see the exterior of Caracalla Spa (featuring 12 mineral pools drawing thermal water from 2,000 meters underground).

If you wish, we can take you to visit Burg Hohenbaden, the town's ancient stone castle.

Enjoy a local dinner at the renowned Wirtshaus zur Geroldsauer Muhle.

At the appropriate time, check in to your hotel. Overnight in Baden-Baden.

Travel 60 km to Gengenbach, a charming little gem that's a special bonus along the way for a uniquely personal private trip. (En route, if you would like to stop by Schloss Ortenberg, please let your coordinator know.) Take a walking tour of Gengenbach, an ancient historic town in the Black Forest region so compact you can explore it in just an hour. It is also a winemaking cradle along the German Wine Route (Weinstrasse). Germans praise this town as the 'Pearl of the Black Forest.' We love it because it's charming, relaxed, and not overly touristy.

Next, travel 75 km to Freiburg and enjoy a stroll around this city renowned for its Black Forest beauty.

Known as the sunniest and warmest historic city in Germany, Freiburg is also a winemaking hub located along the Dreisam River in the Black Forest. In fact, Freiburg is celebrated as the prettiest city in the Black Forest region!

Visit Freiburg Minster (Freiburg Muenster) and Konviktstrasse, the most beautiful street in town. Enjoy a pleasant walk and head up to the Kanonenplatz viewpoint if time permits.

After dinner, travel 125 km to Konstanz. Overnight in Konstanz.

In the morning, we take you around the city center of Konstanz, the tourism hub of the Lake Constance region (Konstanz). This lake covers the territory of 3 countries: Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.

Take a walk in the heart of the Old Town and along the lake.

If desired, we can take you to the flower island of Mainau, a small island with a castle, a butterfly house, and beautiful flower gardens.

Next, we head to Lindau. This town features an Old Town set right on the lake, making it a favorite for visitors enjoying its relaxing Bavarian atmosphere.

Then, we travel 100 km to Füssen, the central hub for touring Bavaria. Upon arrival, we take you on a walk around Füssen, followed by free time for dinner at a local restaurant, and overnight in Füssen.

We pick you up at your hotel and take you to Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany's most famous castle, built by King Ludwig. The castle sits on a hill, reachable by horse-drawn carriage, walking, or bus, offering an atmosphere like stepping back into ancient times. From the top of the castle, take in panoramic views as far as the eye can see, and tour the magnificently built interior.

If you have already visited Neuschwanstein Castle, we will take you to Linderhof Palace instead, set in a forest and wonderfully scenic.

Then, travel 50 km to take the cable car up Zugspitze, the highest peak in Germany. At the top, you can enjoy expansive views spanning 4 countries: Austria, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland.

Then, travel 30 km to have dinner in Garmisch-Partenkirchen at Zum Steirer Sepp.

hotel Overnight Garmisch-Partenkirchen

Take a stroll through Garmisch-Partenkirchen, nestled amidst the Alps—a picturesque town in the valley of

southern Germany with authentic Bavarian charm. (Alternatively, we can switch the Zugspitze summit trip to today if you didn't have time yesterday or if the weather was unfavorable.)

After lunch, head to Oberammergau, a charming historic German town filled with well-preserved traditional houses, and Mittenwald, famous for its nearly 300-year violin-making heritage. Mittenwald's historic homes are set against the dramatic backdrop of the Alps near the German-Austrian border, adorned with exquisitely painted frescoes.

If you wish, we can take the Karwendel cable car to enjoy the view from 2,244 meters above sea level.

hotel Overnight Mittenwald

Travel 200 km to Berchtesgaden. Admire the charming town atmosphere and continue to Königssee (Konigssee Lake), one of Germany's most pristine lakes. In the middle of the lake stands the red onion-domed church, an iconic symbol of German tourism. Take a vintage wooden boat cruise and visit the church in the heart of the lake.

Then, travel 150 km to Munich, one of Germany's wealthiest cities, the home of BMW, and the capital of Bavaria. It is the third-largest city in Germany (after Berlin and Hamburg) and one of Europe's most prosperous metropolises. Known for its beer festivals and soccer culture, Munich is a shopper's paradise with vibrant commercial districts and endless shopping spots.

Stroll through the Old Town around Marienplatz, visiting the pedestrian plaza, the golden Marian Column, the 85-meter-high clock tower featuring 32 nearly life-sized dancing figures, and the Munich Residenz (exterior).

Wrap up the day with dinner featuring famous German beer and pork knuckle. Overnight in Munich.

In the morning, visit the BMW showroom (BMW Welt) to see BMW's latest innovations, located opposite Olympiapark, and visit Nymphenburg Palace.

In the afternoon, enjoy free time shopping around Odeonsplatz and Karlsplatz at your leisure.

Enjoy dinner, and at 18:00, we will transfer you to Munich International Airport on schedule. A wonderful conclusion to your trip!