Best of Germany and Austria
Overview
Highlights
- Explore Berlin, Salzburg and Vienna with a Local Specialist
- Discover Frankfurt, Cologne, Rothenburg, Munich and Innsbruck
- Visit the Berlin TV Tower, Nymphenburg Palace in Munich and Swarovski Crystal World in Innsbruck
- View Cologne Cathedral, the Golden Roof in Innsbruck, Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg, Hofburg Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna
- See the Lorelei Rock, the Marienberg Fortress and the Prince-Bishops' residence in Würzburg and Melk Abbey
- Scenic Cruise along the Rhine River
- Connect With Locals
- Stays with Stories
- Stays with Stories
- Stays with Stories
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Embrace centuries-old heritage charm and modern style in the vibrant city of Frankfurt, our springboard for a delightful exploration of the best of Germany and Austria. Spend your day exploring the Altstadt and soaking up the atmosphere of a bygone era, before meeting...
The legend of Lorelei kick-starts our morning as we board a leisurely cruise along the mighty Rhine past castles and vineyard-clad hills. We stop to Connect With Locals over a Be My Guest lunch and hear tales of knights and feuding lords and ladies in a 13th-century c...
This morning, we board a high-speed train to historic Berlin, whose once-turbulent history has shaped its rebirth as the charismatic capital of Germany. Join a Local Specialist for an exploration of 'East meets West' and delve into the story behind their reunification...
Ascend the Berlin TV Tower for spectacular 360° views of the city from the Berlin TV Tower. Enjoy some free time this afternoon to explore the city on your own. Perhaps see the remnants of the Berlin Wall, visit the infamous Checkpoint Charlie or enjoy an Optional Experience to the District of Potsdam, the former Prussian royal seat.
Celebrate beauty through your admiration of art and architecture in beautiful Würzburg, where you will see the Prince-Bishops' residence and Marienberg Fortress, on the banks of the Main. Continue to Rothenburg and dine tonight in your hotel. Your Stays With Stories a...
This morning, we embark on an orientation walk through the medieval centre of Rothenburg, seemingly frozen in time and encircled by a fortified town wall that remains intact after centuries. Travelling south through picture-perfect landscapes of Bavaria, we arrive in ...
Stroll through the heart of Munich this morning, visiting Marienplatz with both its new and old City Halls. See the magical Glockenspiel that delights visitors throughout the day with its re-enactment of 16th-century tales. Visit the imposing Nymphenburg Palace and st...
Indulge in a world of fantasy and fables as you view the famous Neuschwanstein Castle, built as a retreat for King Ludwig II to retire from public life. Wind your way through the countryside, climbing higher into the Bavarian Alps, then later bound for Innsbruck, where you'll spend the next two nights. This evening, dinner is served at your hotel.
This morning, you'll embark on a short orientation tour that includes views of the Old Town, Hofburg Palace and the ornate Golden Roof, built to commemorate the wedding of Emperor Maximilian I. Spend your free time exploring Innsbruck's iconic sites and delving into T...
Travel to Salzburg where spires and domes rise in the shadow of Hohensalzburg Castle, one of the largest medieval fortresses in Europe. Join a Local Specialist for a fascinating walking tour of a city that featured in ‘The Sound of Music'. View Mozart's birthplace and family house in Getreidegasse, and the Domplatz dominated by Salzburg Cathedral. This evening, we dine at our hotel.
Scenic landscapes provide a beautiful backdrop for our drive past Lake Mondsee to the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley. Sloping vineyards line the Danube from Melk Abbey to Dürnstein, where Richard the Lionheart was held prisoner and subsequently found by Blondel, his fait...
Explore the splendour of Vienna at the exquisite Hofburg Palace, the former winter residence of the Habsburg Dynasty - one of the highlights of your guided sightseeing tour of Vienna with a Local Specialist. Enjoy views of the grand State Opera House and Ringstrasse, ...
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Trafalgar Reviews & Ratings
Thomas Meyers
Oct 2022
Best of Germany and Austria
Covered all the places we wanted to see, especially in Southern Germany. Excursions were good, just had one poor meal in Munich that was disappointing at a Brewery. ...
Alice Havel
Oct 2022
Best of Germany and Austria
Had many wonderful side experiences.
Louisa Wilcox
Oct 2022
Best of Germany and Austria
I felt the the itinerary was good but we never slowed down…going 110 miles an hour
Jose Crespo
Oct 2022
Best of Germany and Austria
best of Germany and Austria is the best of 5 tours with Trafalgar ever
Susan Nichols
Oct 2022
Best of Germany and Austria
I learned so much about history and was able to do and see things that were just amazing. They kept us busy but also just the perfect balance of free time and schedu...
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Mar 2025
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Our travel director made it possible for us to fit everything in and still have time on our own. This was a trip of a lifetime for me. I'm so happy I did it on the L...
Heather Harrison
Mar 2025
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Very fast paced, but it covers a lot of territory. Tour director *Personal information removed by Feefo* was very detail oriented & fantastic at conveying schedu...
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