Day Trips in Germany

Combine two of Saxony's most picturesque cities - Dresden and Meissen - with personalized attention on this private tour from Berlin. Enjoy a flexible itinerary and the ability to travel at your own pace while exploring Meissen, the birthplace of German china. In Dresden, walk through the city to see the baroque architecture and learn about its history through your guide's commentary.

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!

Enjoy some of Bavaria's best scenery and royal sites, including Neuschwanstein Castle, on this day trip from Munich. You'll visit Neuschwanstein, where you have skip-the-line admission, as well as Hohenschwangau Castle, Linderhof Castle and the village of Oberammergau, plus catch sight of Lake Plansee and the Alps as you dip across the Austria border. The train tickets for the round-trip journey from Munich to Füssen are not included.

Discover Sachsenhausen, one of the first concentration camps established by Nazi Germany's Third Reich, on this guided, 6-hour trip from Berlin. Listen as an expert historian details the facts surrounding the camp's creation, as well as a timeline of the atrocities that took place there. Today, the site serves as a national memorial to the prisoners who lived and died here, and on your visit you'll explore the various locations inside the camp, like the command headquarters and execution trench, and learn about Germany during the rule of the Third Reich.

Discover medieval history in Bavaria on this 10-hour small-group day tour to Herrenchiemsee Palace and Park from Munich. Visit the Church of St Marinus and Anianus and the historic town of Wasserburg am Inn with a guide. Admire the pastel-colored houses, pretty bay windows and imposing battlements for which the town is famous, and gain insight into its medieval heritage. Then, cruise over Lake Chiemsee to Herrenchiemsee Palace and Park to explore by horse-drawn carriage. Enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.

Your local guide will collect you from your accommodation in Hamburg for a half day city sightseeing tour in a private vehicle. The vehicle will be at your disposal within the city limits for the duration of the service and your local guide will remain with you throughout the tour. You can expect your local guide to have a good overall knowledge of the city sights but if you require exceptionally in-depth commentary on a particular attraction, this may not be possible. Your local guide will be happy to discuss any specific requirements with you and at the end of the tour, will either arrange for you to be returned to your accommodation in Hamburg, or for you to remain in the city to explore further at your leisure.

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.

Experience the sights and sounds of Koblenz on this full-day, small-group sightseeing tour from Frankfurt. Along the way, enjoy the scenic trip through the beautiful Rhine Valley. See the historic Ehrenbreitstein Fortress and soak up the beautiful panoramic view from above the shores of the Rhine. Then take a cable car ride down to explore the ancient city of Koblenz at leisure. Finally, top off the day with a hearty dinner at a traditional German restaurant along the banks of the Rhine. Dinner and roundtrip transportation from Frankfurt included.

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.

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.

Add a bit of legend and enchantment to your German vacation with a full-day trip to Neuschwanstein and Linderhof from Munich. Relax for the scenic coach ride through the Bavarian Alps, then spend hours exploring the former royal residences, sources of inspiration for modern fairy tales like Walt Disney's Sleeping Beauty. In your small group, tour the castle's opulent halls, unique spaces and the incredible kitchens. Conclude with free time in the charming village of Oberammergau.

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.

Explore the East German city of Dresden on a full-day private tour from Berlin. Stroll through the "Florence of Germany" with your guide and visit popular sights like the Catholic Cathedral and the famous Semperoper Opera House. Discover the city's history and the effects World War II had on its infrastructure from your guide. Enjoy some free time to walk around the city, shop, or have lunch before heading back to Berlin.

Discover the long history and natural highlights of Germany's Saxony region on this day trip from Dresden to Saxon Switzerland National Park. Drive through the Elbe River Canyon, flanked by towering sandstone, and walk across the Bastei Bridge for stunning views of the park. You'll also admire the unique architecture of the Königstein Fortress, steeped in more than 750 years of history, and enjoy lunch on this scenic getaway among ancient landmarks.

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.

Combine visits to Wannsee and Potsdam with personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour from Berlin. During the journey, stop to see the Bridge of Spies and the Olympic Stadium. In Potsdam, stroll through the Dutch Quarter, the baroque Old City, Cecilienhof, and Sanssouci.

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.

Discover the regal heritage of Potsdam, Berlin's posh royal suburb. See the Dutch Quarter and well-preserved palaces of Frederick the Great and other Prussian kings, including Cecilienhof and splendid Sanssouci, with a driver and guide. Hotel pickup and drop-off makes this an easy way to escape the urban grind of Berlin for a day among Potsdam's lush gardens, plentiful fountains, and fascinating history.

Discover two of the gems in Germany's crown in one day on this 8.5-hour Heidelberg and Schwetzingen Castles day trip from Frankfurt. Visit Heidelberg Castle, a Renaissance fortress nestled in the Baden-Württemberg countryside. Explore the ruins with your guide and admire the artifacts on display. Discover top attractions in Heidelberg's Old Town including the Old Bridge, Karlstor Gate and the Church of the Holy Spirit. Then, visit the 18th-century Schwetzingen Castle with your guide. Take the German Wine Road back to Frankfurt and explore the heart of the Palatinate region.

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.