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13-Day Highlights of Germany

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Trip Overview

Spectacular landscape, medieval villages, fairy-tale castles, a rich history, and world-class beer...welcome to Germany's Highlights! On this Germany trip, you will experience the highlights of the country and see its most famous cities, as well as medieval villages and picturesque places.

Your holiday begins and ends in Frankfurt, with stops in Cologne, Hamburg, Berlin, Leipzig, Dresden, Nuremberg, Munich, Stuttgart and Heidelberg. Each city has played a major role in changing the course of German, European and sometimes even world history. You will discover cobblestone streets, majestic architecture, awe-inspiring temples, one-of-a-kind landmarks, and museums.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Frankfurt

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Arrival in Frankfurt

Today, you will arrive in Frankfurt and get a private transfer to the hotel. Frankfurt is a city of contrasts, where tradition and the modern are nestled side by side in colourful harmony. Little wonder that Frankfurt is called “Mainhattan” with its skyscrapers of all shapes and sizes. You will get to know the city’s highlights during a guided city tour.

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    Accommodation

    Alexander am Zoo4 star

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    Activities

    Walking Tour of Frankfurt

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Frankfurt Airport to Frankfurt

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    Destinations

    Frankfurt

Day 2

Visit Cologne

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Visit Cologne

After breakfast, you will depart for Cologne. You will get to know the city during a guided motorized city tour. You'll pass by what remains of the Roman and mediaeval city wall, get an impression of how large the provincial capital Colonia was and how the city has spread out since the end of the 19th century. You will be fascinated by the view of Cologne’s majestic Cathedral from the banks of the Rhine in the borough of Deutz, one of the world’s most attractive city panoramas.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Santo4 star

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    Activities

    Walking Tour of Cologne

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    Self-Driving from Frankfurt to Cologne

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Frankfurt

    Cologne

Day 3

Explore Hamburg

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Explore Hamburg

In the morning you will continue your trip to Hamburg. With more than a thousand years of history and an ever-changing cityscape, there’s always something to explore in this exciting and multi-faceted city by the Elbe river. To get a first overview of the most well-known tourist attractions, or to travel off the beaten path, you will take part in a guided tour, tailored to your needs.

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    Accommodation

    ARCOTEL Rubin Hamburg4 star

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    Activities

    Exclusive Walking Tour of Hamburg

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Cologne to Hamburg

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Cologne

    Hamburg

Day 4

Explore Berlin of Today

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Explore Berlin of Today

Today, you will drive to Berlin, the city where the 20th century began and ended. Shaking off its heavy past, today Berlin is fast-changing, lively and fun. You will explore Berlin’s numerous history-rich sights, such as the Brandenburg-Gate, the rebuilt Reichstag, the boulevard Unter den Linden or the Museum Island an orientational city tour.

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    Accommodation

    Mövenpick Hotel Berlin4 star

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    Activities

    Walking Tour of Berlin's Past

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Hamburg to Berlin

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Hamburg

    Berlin

Day 5

Explore Berlin's Past

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Explore Berlin's Past

The morning will be dedicated to Berlin during World War II when the city was the seat of the Nazi leaders. You will go on a private guided walking tour to discover the city's past.

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    Accommodation

    Mövenpick Hotel Berlin4 star

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    Activities

    Walking Tour of Berlin's Past

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Berlin

Day 6

Explore Leipzig

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Explore Leipzig

Your journey continues today to Leipzig. Leipzig has been a trade city for a long time and it is a place where tradition rubs shoulders with the zeitgeist; during its long history, the Saxon metropolis has earned more than a few claims to fame: as a city of music, of commerce, as the site of the Peaceful Revolution, as Little Paris and the Venice of the North. You will get to know this wonderful destination during a guided city walk.

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    Accommodation

    Victor's Residenz-Hotel Leipzig4 star

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    Activities

    Guided Walking Tour of Leipzig

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    Self-Driving from Berlin to Leipzig

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Berlin

    Leipzig

Day 7

See Dresden

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See Dresden

After breakfast, you will continue your onward journey to Dresden. The city has a long history as the royal residence for the Electors and Kings of Saxony, who for centuries furnished the city with cultural and artistic splendour. You will get to know this “jewel box” with its baroque and rococo inner city, Katholische Hofkirche, Semper Opera and Frauenkirche and many other sights during a guided city tour.

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    Accommodation

    Townhouse Dresden a Vagabond Club4 star

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    Activities

    Walking Tour of Dresden

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Leipzig to Dresden

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Leipzig

    Dresden

Day 8

Visit Nuremberg

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Visit Nuremberg

In the morning, you will continue your journey to Nuremberg. Discover the harmonious interplay of historic buildings and modern architecture during a walk through the beautiful old town and learn all about the city’s culinary uniqueness during a specially-themed tour. You will not just hear what is special about the city's bratwurst and gingerbread, you will also sample all these Nuremberg specialities.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Victoria4 star

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    Activities

    Walking Tour of Nuremberg

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    Transportations

    Self-Driving from Dresden to Nuremberg

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Dresden

    Nuremberg

Day 9

Visit Nuremberg and Munich

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Visit Nuremberg and Munich

Take your time to explore more of Nuremberg in the morning. You can feel “live history” at the Imperial Castle, Nuremberg's grand landmark. Or you can visit the Former Nazi Party Rally Ground and Courtroom 600 to learn more about the "Nuremberg Rallies", the "Nuremberg Laws" and the "Nuremberg Trials" which link the city's name up from the present to the period of the Nazi rule. In the afternoon, you will continue your journey to Munich.

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    Accommodation

    Excelsior by Geisel4 star

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    Guided Tour in Munich

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    Breakfast

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    Nuremberg

    Munich

Day 10

Explore Munich

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Explore Munich

Munich is the gate to the Bavarian Alps, home to the popular soccer club FC Bayern München and worldwide known for the Oktoberfest. You will get to know this fascinating city during a guided city walk. You will see Marienplatz square, Frauenkirche (Church of our Lady), Munich’s famous Residence and the food market Viktualienmarkt.

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    Accommodation

    Excelsior by Geisel4 star

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    Guided Tour in Munich

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    Breakfast

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    Munich

Day 11

Explore Stuttgart

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Explore Stuttgart

Your journey continues today to Stuttgart. The leading economic area of Stuttgart ranks high among Germany's ten major cities. This is due to the economic strength and its high level of life quality. Also, Stuttgart is linked to world-famous car brands – Porsche and Mercedes Benz. You will be exploring this vibrant and creative city. Do not omit to taste the regional cuisine, world-famous for the Spätzle noodles.

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    Accommodation

    ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart4 star

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    Activities

    Walking Tour of Stuttgart

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    Self-Driving from Munich to Stuttgart

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    Breakfast

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    Munich

    Stuttgart

Day 12

Explore Heidelberg

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Explore Heidelberg

After breakfast, you will continue to Heidelberg. The name of Heidelberg stands for the world-famous castle and a picturesque old town in breathtakingly beautiful surroundings. The city of Heidelberg is known for Germany's oldest university and modern research facilities, for historic streets and a lively university atmosphere. Upon arrival, you will visit the castle and tour around the old town, including sights, such as Alte Brücke, Karlsplatz or Hotel Zum Ritter with its beautiful Renaissance façade.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Bergheim414 star

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    Activities

    Walking Tour of Heidelberg

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    Self-Driving from Stuttgart to Heidelberg

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Stuttgart

    Heidelberg

Day 13

Departure Day

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Departure Day

Today is your last day in Germany. You will get a private transfer to Frankfurt Airport and the tour will finish. Until next time!

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    Private Driver from Heidelberg to Frankfurt

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    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Heidelberg

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What’s included?

  • 12 nights accommodation
  • 12 activities
  • 12 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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