Immerse yourself in history in Heidelberg, Munich, Potsdam and Berlin. Enjoy Weisbaden and Baden-Baden, both famous around the world for their spas. From the Rhine River valley to the Black Forest to the mountains of Bavaria, there is something exciting every day of this in-depth Germany tour.
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Day 1: Arrive Frankfort / Wiesbaden
Tour begins: Frankfort's Rhein-Main Airport, one hour after the arrival of our selected flight(s). Welcome to Germany. Meet the traveling companions with whom you will share Romantic Germany with at a welcome reception and dinner this evening.
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Lodging: Hotel Nassauer Hof, Weisbaden, Germany
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Day 2: Cruise Along the River Rhine
Your Germany tour begins in the fabled Rhine River Valley. Explore Ruedesheim and enjoy a tasting of the local wines. Cruise down the Rhine to discover the legend of the Lorelei before disembarking at Boppard and returning to Weisbaden.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Lodging: Hotel Nassauer Hof, Weisbaden, Germany
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Day 3: Old-Fashioned Heidelberg to the Black Forest
The beautiful city of Heidelberg boasts both Germany's oldest university and a splendid medieval castle. Dine in an old mill beside a romantic brook in the Black Forest this evening.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Schlosshotel Buhlerhode, Buhl, Germany
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Day 4: Take the Cure at Baden-Baden
Sometimes referred to as the gateway to the Black Forest, Baden-Baden is best known for its spas and therapeutic waters. Enjoy a walking tour before exploring more of this premier spa resort town on your own.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Schlosshotel Buhlerhode, Buhl, Germany
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Day 5: Lakeside Magic En Route to Bavaria
Travel along the Black Forest High Road, one of the most scenic routes on any Germany tour. Enjoy lunch on the shores of Lake Constance, the largest lake in Germany, before continuing on through Friedrichshafen en route to Hohenschwangau.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Hotel Muller Hohenschwangau, Hohenschwangau, Germany
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Day 6: Behold a Fairy-tale Castle
A visit to Neuschwanstein, King Ludwig's fanciful, fairy-tale castle, is an essential part of every Germany tour. Visit charming Oberammergau on the way to Munich, the capital of Bavaria.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Hotel Bayserischer Hof, Munich, Germany
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Day 7: Historic Treasures of Munich
The Residenz, winter palace of early royalty, the old town hall, and the elegant Maximilianstrasse are included on our sightseeing tour today. See many treasures of European art at the Alte Pinkaothek, known for its fine collections. Journey to poignant Dachau or explore more of Munich on your own this afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Hotel Bayserischer Hof, Munich, Germany
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Day 8: Drive the Romantic Road
Travel along the famous Romantic Road to historic, charming Rothenburg. A visit to the famous wooden alter carved by Tilmann Riemenschneider is a highlight during this Germany tour.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Lodging: Eisenhut Hotel, Rothenburg, Germany
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Day 9: Inspiration of the Ages in Weimar
Weimar is the birthplace of modern architecture following the famous Bauhaus movement. Famous residents of Weimar have included Wolfgang von Goethe, Franz Liszt and Johann Sebastian Bach. Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Lodging: Hotel Elephant, Weimar, Germany
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Day 10: Discover the Artistry of Porcelain
Meissen is known the world over for its fine porcelain; a visit to the porcelain factory reveals how it is made. The city of Dresden is home to exquisite architecture and many artistic treasures.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Hilton Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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Day 11: Memorable Sights of Dresden
During a city sightseeing tour, visit Frauenkirche. One of the major churches of the German Protestant tradition, it was left in ruins by bombs during World War II; reconstruction efforts were completed in 2005. At the old royal stables, see the Procession of the Princes before continuing on to the neo-Renaissance Semperoper (opera house) and the baroque Zwinger, home to five museums.
Meals: Breakfast.
Lodging: Lodging: Hilton Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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Day 12: Milestone of World War II and Intriguing Berlin
Truman, Churchill, and Stalin signed the Potsdam Treaty at the Cecilienhof Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue on to Berlin through Germany's Brandenburg lake district, crossing Glienicke Bridge - famous as the place where spies were exchanged during the Cold War.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Lodging: The Westin Grand Berlin, Germany
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Day 13: Where East Once Met West
The history of this once-divided city is intriguing on many levels. Experience Berlin on a sightseeing tour including a lot of the city's most famous landmarks. Although many historic buildings were destroyed during World War II, they have been restored or reconstructed. The Cold War era reveals itself at the Brandenburg Gate and Checkpoint Charlie. Explore some of Berlin's world-class museums at your leisure. Say Auf Wiedersehen to Germany at a farewell dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner.
Lodging: The Westin Grand Berlin, Germany
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Day 14: Journey Home
Tour ends: Berlin's Tegel Airport 1 hours before the departure of our selected flight(s). Meals: Breakfast