Day Trips & Excursions in Bavaria

Visit Munich and Rothenburg ob der Tauber on a day trip from Frankfurt, and discover these must-see Bavarian towns through a mix of guided walks and free time. During your morning in Munich, you'll visit the legendary Hofbräuhaus and soak up the history that abounds in Marienplatz. Spend the afternoon in Rothenburg, strolling through the medieval streets and learning about the town from your guide.

Check out the grand Herrenchiemsee Castle on a private day trip from Munich. After traveling to the banks of Lake Chiemsee, you'll cruise across the water to Herrenchiemsee Island where the sprawling castle estate is set. Switch to a horse-drawn carriage to travel in style to the gates, then head inside for your tour and a lunch break. In the afternoon, you'll have time to spend on the neighboring lake island of Frauenchiemsee before your return to Munich.

Visit the cities of Heidelberg and Nuremberg on this guided, full-day sightseeing adventure from Frankfurt. First, explore Heidelberg, Germany's oldest and most famous university town. See the Gothic landmark Heidelberg Castle and the bustling Old Town district that runs for one mile along the Neckar River. Then visit the medieval city of Nuremberg. Learn about its history - from the days of the Holy Roman Empire to the German Renaissance, Third Reich, Nazi rallies and Nuremberg Trials - and see many of its popular attractions. Round-trip coach transportation from Frankfurt included.

Explore Munich and take a trip to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this private, full-day sightseeing tour. Begin with a guided tour of Munich  - the capital of Bavaria and one of Germany's most-visited destinations - during which you'll enjoy personalized attention from a dedicated guide while visiting top sites such as Marienplatz, the Deutsches Museum and Hofbräuhaus. Then take a trip to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Munich is included, but entrance fees and meals are at your own expense.

Explore Munich and take a trip to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this guided, full-day tour from Frankfurt. First, visit the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany. Then, after lunch, see many of Munich's top sights, including Cathedral of Our Blessed Lady (Frauenkirche), Hofbräuhaus am Platzl beer hall, Old Town Hall at Marienplatz, and visit the famous watering hole Hofbräuhaus on a comprehensive city tour.

Explore the entrance to the Bavarian Alps and summit Germany's tallest mountain on this private day tour of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Zugspitze Mountain. Take the cable car to the peak of Zugspitze Mountain with a guide and enjoy spectacular views over the foothills of the Bavarian Alps. Cross the Austro-German border at the top, then take the cable car onward to the mighty glacier. Back on terra firma in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, explore the pretty village with a private guide and immerse yourself in Bavaria's rich history and culture.

Get to know the Bavarian city of Regensburg, the only authentically preserved large medieval city in Germany, on this full-day rail trip from Munich. Enjoy a guided walking tour of this UNESCO World Heritage site and its Old Town district. See the Old Stone Bridge, crossing the Danube River; the Regensburg Cathedral, a twin-spired Gothic landmark; and the historic Wurstkuchl, the oldest sausage kitchen in the world, to name a few. Then enjoy ample free time to explore the town at leisure. Round-trip train ticket and Regensburg city map included.

Tailor your trip to Neuschwanstein Castle by adding on either a Hohenschwangau Castle tour, a Lake Alpsee bike ride, or a hike to the village of Schwangau. Perfect for family and friends who are traveling together but don't have the same interests, this day trip from Munich offers an experience that everyone can enjoy. After your choice of morning excursion, you'll regroup for a tour of Neuschwanstein, learning about eccentric King Ludwig II as you explore.

Visit the cities of Nuremberg and Rothenburg on this guided, full-day sightseeing adventure from Frankfurt. Combine two best-selling tours at one discounted price. First, explore the medieval city of Nuremberg. Learn about its history - from the days of the Holy Roman Empire to the German Renaissance, Third Reich, Nazi rallies and Nuremberg Trials - and see many of its popular attractions. Then visit the picturesque town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, perhaps the most well-preserved medieval old town in all of Germany. Round-trip coach transportation from Frankfurt included.

Discover top attractions in Bavaria's bustling capital city on this Munich day trip from Frankfurt. Travel through Munich by double-decker bus and admire the Cathedral of Our Blessed Lady, the Old Town Hall, the Marienplatz and the famous Hofbrauhaus beer hall. Pass popular museums and galleries, and listen as your guide shares insight into Munich's thriving Arts scene. See the pretty English Garden and marvel at Baroque architecture at Nymphenburg Palace. Enjoy free time to sightsee further or browse the shops at your leisure, and perhaps sample traditional Bavarian beer!

Discover mystery and beauty in the heart of Bavaria on this private full-day Neuschwanstein Castle tour. Head past the entry queues and go straight inside Neuschwanstein Castle with a guide to begin exploring. Admire the 19th-century fortress' Romanesque architecture and gain insight into the life of King Ludwig II of Bavaria - one of the castle's most famous residents. Explore the pretty Bavarian village of Oberammergau and learn of its rich heritage, then visit Ettal Abbey before heading back to your hotel in comfort.

Discover the castles and scenery of Bavaria with a day trip to Neuschwanstein Castle, Oberammergau village, and Linderhof Palace. After leaving Munich, you'll first spend time in Oberammergau to explore the village streets and shop for souvenirs. Travel onward to Linderhof Palace for a visit at your own expense, then continue along the Romantic Road to Neuschwanstein Castle for a tour with a prebooked entry ticket.

Spend the day exploring Munich's enchanted surroundings with your own private guide and vehicle. Visit the popular sights of the Ettal Monastery, the village of Oberammergau, the opulent Linderhof Palace, and finish the day with a guided tour of the famous Neuschwanstein Castle. Discover the rich history of Bavaria and get insider tips from your informative guide during this private tour.

Spend the afternoon exploring the beautiful Bavarian Alps on a 4-hour tour from Salzburg. Led by a local guide, take a walk around Königssee (King's Lake), see Castle Hellbrunn and spot the historic Eagle's Nest, once a residence of Hitler's. On the journey back to Salzburg, stop to explore the charming village of Berchtesgaden before returning to your original departure point.

Visit three of Bavaria's most beguiling castles on a private day trip from Munich. Formerly the castles of the eccentric King Ludwig II, Neuschwanstein, Hohenschwangau, and Linderhof are loved by visitors around the world for their fairy tale architecture and mountain settings. Explore them with your own private guide, enjoy coffee breaks to break up the history, and travel in comfort by luxury vehicle.

Discover beautiful Nuremberg - site of Hitler's infamous propaganda rallies  - on a 10-hour rail tour from Munich. Relax on the comfortable train ride to Nuremberg, take a guided tour of city attractions like Congress Hall and medieval old town, then enjoy some free time to make an optional visit to the Documentation Center. Soak up German history, sample local delicacies, and snap photos of the medieval and gothic accents that decorate this modern city.

Admire the countryside, castles and villages of Germany's Romantic Road on a day trip from Munich. Enjoy a coach drive along the iconic Road, a famously picturesque route through Bavaria's mountains and forests. Stop at 11th-century Harburg Castle, one of Germany's oldest fortifications, and continue to Rothenburg, a beautifully preserved medieval town of cobbled lanes, squares, and half-timbered houses. See top attractions such as the Renaissance-era Town Hall and St Jakob's Church, enjoy free time to wander, have lunch (own expense), and browse the famous year-round Christmas shop.

Savor the flavors of Bavaria and enjoy an evening of food and fun on this private 6-hour brewery day tour in the Alps. Follow a private guide on a sightseeing tour through 12th-century Murnau and gain insight into the Alpine town's rich history. Along the way, taste a few of the local beers and sample the flavors the residents love. Then, visit a local brewery and learn about the region's brewing heritage during your guided tour. Following more tastings, receive your official Brewmeister's certificate then enjoy a traditional Bavarian meal.

Visit Herrenchiemsee Palace, modeled after the Palace of Versailles by King Ludwig II, on this guided, full-day tour from Munich. Escape to an island in Lake Chiemsee, Bavaria's largest lake, for a tour of the king's final and most expensive castle (entrance fee not included). Then continue by boat to the Benedictine abbey of Frauenwörth, located in the beautiful, unspoiled landscape at the edge of the Bavarian Alps on Fraueninsel Island.

Discover Nuremberg's rich and storied past on a full-day bus and walking tour from Munich. Relax on the comfortable ride to Nuremberg, then take a guided tour of the city, famous as the epicenter of the Nazi propaganda campaign. See attractions like Congress Hall and historic old town, and learn about the birth of the Third Reich empire. Afterward, enjoy some free time to explore, sample local foods and snap souvenir photos.