This tour begins in Munich and takes you through picturesque Upper Bavaria landscapes to the Zugspitze, Germany's highest peak at about 3000 metres above sea level.
There's a lot to see and do on your walks through well-preserved historic towns, castles and palaces, medieval cathedrals, and, of course, the taste of Constance's regional cuisine.
Other attractions are Ludwig II's Linderhof and Neuschwanstein castles, which are intimately associated with late-Royal Bavaria, and the picturesque Lake Constance region, which is surrounded by Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.This tour begins in Munich and takes you through picturesque Upper Bavaria landscapes to the Zugspitze, Germany's highest peak at about 3000 metres above sea level.
There's a lot to see and do on your walks through well-preserved historic towns, castles and palaces, medieval cathedrals, and, of course, the taste of Constance's regional cuisine.
Other attractions are Ludwig II's Linderhof and Neuschwanstein castles, which are intimately associated with late-Royal Bavaria, and the picturesque Lake Constance region, which is surrounded by Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Munich and Transfer to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
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Upon arrival in Munich, you will meet your driver at the airport. On the way to your hotel in Garmisch –Partenkirchen he will take you on a city orientation tour and show you the most interesting places of the Bavarian capital. Munich is one of the top European travel and business destinations. Major sights include the Königsplatzwith its Greek and Roman-inspired architectural setting, Ludwigstrasse and the university quarter of Schwabing. After a photo stop at Nymphenburg Castle, once the summer residence of the Bavarian kings, you will continue to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Activities
Munich
Transportations
Private Driver from Munich Airport to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Destinations
Munich
Day 2
Half-Day Tour to Zugspitze
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Garmisch-Partenkirchen is one of Germany's famous summer and winter sports resorts, the site of the 1936 Olympic winter games. At nearby Eibsee, you will board the Zugspitzbahn (the cable car opened on December 22nd 2017) to the summit of Zugspitze (2.961 m), covering a difference in altitude of 1,945 meters, a world record!
Activities
Garmisch
Zugspitze
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Day 3
Visit Neuschwanstein and Drive the Romantic Road
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Today, you will visit Neuschwanstein, a two-hours-drive from Munich that is best known and, regarding its setting, the most spectacular of the royal Bavarian castles. It served as inspiration for Walt Disney's fairy tale castles. The route will take you through the beautiful Upper Bavarian landscape offering you a great many impressions of the marvellous Alpine scenery. Following lunch in Füssen, you will continue to Constance on Lake Constance.
Accommodation
Hotel Halm Konstanz★4 star
Activities
Linderhof Castle
Neuschwanstein Castle
Oberammergau
Füssen
Transportations
Private Driver from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Linderhof Palace
Private Driver from Oberammergau to Füssen
Private Driver from Füssen to Konstanz
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Ettal
Schwangau
Oberammergau
Füssen
Konstanz
Day 4
Walking Tour of Constance and Half-Day Excursion to Mainau Island
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This morning, your guide will take you on a walking tour of the old town of Constance. In the afternoon, you will embark on a half-day excursion to Mainau Island. For more than 150 years the old palm house with giant sequoias has been welcoming visitors to enjoy botany. You will visit the Baroque castle dating back to 1746 and the castle church St. Marien that are the architectural highlights of the Baroque era.
Accommodation
Hotel Halm Konstanz★4 star
Activities
Konstanz
Insel Mainau
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Konstanz
Day 5
Visit Stuttgart and Stop at Metzingen
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In the morning, you will continue your journey to Stuttgart. The city is home to two brands of Germany's car industry, Porsche and Mercedes. Here we recommend you to visit the Mercedes Benz Museum putting on display the company's history of 130 years. On the way to Stuttgart, you may want to pop into Metzingen, a small town located in a wine-growing area where you will find a great choice of designer outlet stores initiated by the German fashion designer Hugo Boss –today the top outlet destination in Europe.
Accommodation
Jaz in the City Stuttgart★4 star
Activities
Metzingen
Stuttgart
Transportations
Private Driver from Konstanz to Metzingen
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Konstanz
Metzingen
Stuttgart
Day 6
Departure Day
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Today, you will get transferred by ICE train to Frankfurt airport for your return flight home. See you again soon!
Transportations
Train from Stuttgart to Frankfurt
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Stuttgart
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What’s included?
3 nights accommodation
7 activities
5 breakfasts
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
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Benefits of this trip
Germany in 6 days
4-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
