Munich to Cologne with Feli from Germany

Let’s raise a glass to an exciting journey ahead! Our welcome dinner at a local restaurant is included. The meal will be a 3-course set menu with an appetizer, a main entree, a dessert, and one glass of wine or beer. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated, as long as previously advised.

If you've never been to Munich before and you'd like to spend some more time in the city (there is a lot to see!), you can arrive a few days early and explore on your own before the group trip officially starts (at your own cost). Here are some suggestions of things to see in Munich that we won't cover on our tour: • Munich Residence • Olympic Park & BMW World • BMW Works Tour • NS Documentation Center • Hofbräuhaus • Allianz Arena (for all soccer fans!) • Deutsches Museum (world's largest technology & science museum) • art museums (e.g. Alte & Neue Pinakothek, Haus der Kunst, etc.) • Dachau Concentration Camp (you can book a bus tour or go by yourself) • Neuschwanstein Castle Tour (book a bus tour)

Overnight in Munich

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Hotel breakfasts typically offer continental, full/American, or buffet-style options. The specific breakfast menu will be determined by our confirmed hotel.

Let’s hop on a bike and discover the best Munich has to offer. We’ll get to explore the city’s grand plazas, picturesque parks, and scenic riverbanks, all while cruising along Munich’s extensive bike paths. We’ll see iconic sights like Königsplatz, Odeonsplatz, and the Hofgarten, and enjoy a break at the famous English Garden, Europe’s largest urban park, where locals gather to relax, surf, and socialize. Inside the park, we’ll stop at the historic beer garden near the Chinese Tower for refreshments. With an experienced guide and a relaxed pace, this private tour is the perfect way to experience Munich’s vibrant culture, beautiful landscapes, and rich history in just a few hours.

Take the afternoon to explore Munich on your own based on your personal interests! Ben and I will most likely go up to the tower of the Alter Peter church for a stunning panoramic view of downtown Munich (attention: you have to walk up 300+ steps) before we'll head to Nymphenburg Palace and its beautiful Palace Park. You're more than welcome to join us for one or both of those activities if you'd like. Tickets for Alter Peter are 5€, tickets for Nymphenburg Palace are 15€. Alternatively, you could visit the Munich Residence, the Olympic Park, the NS Documentation Center, Hofbräuhaus, Allianz Arena (for all soccer fans!), BMW World, or simply relax and try some of the local food and beer.

If you want to, join Ben and me for dinner at one of my favorite restaurants! We can still decide whether we're in the mood for traditional German cuisine, Italian, or if you'd like to give Munich's most successful burger joint a shot! If you're too exhausted or you'd rather have dinner on your own, that's totally fine too. P.S. This applies to all nights of the trip, by the way. If you guys want to have dinner with the group, Ben and I will always be up for that. If you'd rather do your own thing, that's perfectly okay as well. *Dinner is not included in trip cost*

Overnight in Munich

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Hotel breakfasts typically offer continental, full/American, or buffet-style options. The specific breakfast menu will be determined by our confirmed hotel.

We’ll take a private transfer to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Stops for bathrooms/snacks will be made along the way as needed.

This is a private tour led by a costumed local guide. The Night Watchman will recount life in medieval Rothenburg with a blend of historical insight and engaging storytelling. We’ll learn about the dangers and duties of the medieval night watchman, relive tales from the Thirty Years’ War and the siege under General Tilly, and glimpse everyday life when sanitation was grim and punishments harsh.

Overnight in Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Hotel breakfasts typically offer continental, full/American, or buffet-style options. The specific breakfast menu will be determined by our confirmed hotel.

This guided tour of the Medieval Crime Museum in Rothenburg uncovers the fascinating, and at times chilling, history of crime and justice. Housed in a historic building, the museum features an impressive collection of artifacts. Our guide will share stories that trace the evolution of criminology and jurisprudence, contrasting the harsh realities of medieval law with the advancements of modern forensic techniques. Historical documents and relics offer powerful insights into how justice in Germany has shifted over the centuries, providing a compelling look into the darker side of the past.

Overnight in Rothenburg ob der Tauber

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Hotel breakfasts typically offer continental, full/American, or buffet-style options. The specific breakfast menu will be determined by our confirmed hotel.

We’ll take a private transfer to Würzburg old town.

Today, we’ll discover the rich history and charm of Würzburg on a city tour through its Old Town. We’ll be able to enjoy beautiful views as we stroll past landmarks like the impressive Residenz, the Cathedral, and the picturesque Main River, with the Marienberg Fortress rising majestically above. From tales of glory and hardship to its romantic streets and lively culture, this tour reveals the many layers of a city shaped by centuries of history.

During the Würzburg tour, we will reach Marienberg Fortress on foot. Perched high above the Main River, Marienberg Fortress offers stunning panoramic views of Würzburg and the surrounding vineyards. As we explore its ancient walls, towers, and courtyards, we'll step into centuries of history—from its origins as a Celtic refuge to its role as a medieval stronghold and residence of Würzburg’s prince-bishops. Inside, visitors can discover fascinating exhibitions, including the Mainfränkisches Museum with impressive collections of Franconian art and artifacts.

We’ll get to experience a personal wine tasting at a local winery. The tour will lead us down to one of the most beautiful and oldest oak barrel cellars in Germany. We’ll also be able to take a look into the stainless steel cellar and get a sneak glance into their treasure vaults and at the oldest, authentic white wine in the world, the legendary 1540 Steinwein!

We’ll take a private transfer to Cologne. Stops for bathrooms will be made along the way as needed.

Overnight in Cologne

Full buffet breakfast

Let’s explore the heart of one of Germany’s most vibrant cities on this engaging walking tour of Cologne. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, the tour begins in the historic old town, where narrow cobbled streets, colorful facades, and Romanesque churches tell the story of Cologne’s rich past. As we stroll through bustling squares like Alter Markt and Heumarkt, you’ll hear tales of medieval merchants, Roman roots, and post-war reconstruction. After the tour, we can enjoy some free time to explore on our own. Why not visit the historical Cologne Cathedral? It boasts impressive Gothic architecture, a status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is a major pilgrimage site. It also houses the Shrine of the Three Kings, a significant religious artifact. The cathedral is a symbol of Cologne and a popular tourist destination, drawing over six million visitors annually.

The farewell dinner at a local restaurant is included. Our meal will be a 3-course set menu with an appetizer, a main entree, a dessert, and one glass of wine. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated, as long as previously advised.

Overnight in Cologne

Breakfast at the hotel is included. Hotel breakfasts typically offer continental, full/American, or buffet-style options. The specific breakfast menu will be determined by our confirmed hotel.