Explore southern Germany’s rich tapestry of medieval towns, modern history, and storybook castles—from Bavaria’s capital to the Rhine Valley.

Board your overnight flight to Munich, Germany.

• Meet your tour escort and transfer to your hotel

• Orientation walking tour of the city center:
  • Marienplatz, New Town Hall (Glockenspiel), Viktualienmarkt

• Group welcome dinner with Bavarian favorites

Overnight in Munich

• Morning visit to Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
  • Guided tour and time for reflection

• Return to Munich for lunch

• Optional afternoon visit to:
  • Deutsches Museum or BMW Museum
  • OR explore English Garden

Overnight in Munich

• Full-day excursion to Neuschwanstein Castle (~2 hrs)
  • Tour the fairytale castle of King Ludwig II
  • Photo stop at Marienbrücke
  • Optional visit to nearby Hohenschwangau Castle

• Return to Munich for dinner

Overnight in Munich

• Morning train or coach to Nuremberg (~1.5 hrs)

• Guided walking tour of the Old Town:
  • Kaiserburg Castle, Main Market Square, St. Lorenz Church

• Visit the Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds

• Optional: Try Nuremberg’s famous bratwurst for dinner

Overnight in Nuremberg

• Nuremberg – Courts & Crafts

  • Visit the Nuremberg Trials Memorial (Palace of Justice)
    • Explore Courtroom 600 and museum

  • Optional afternoon visits:
    • Toy Museum or Germanisches Nationalmuseum

  • Group dinner in the historic center

  Overnight in Nuremberg

• Morning travel to Heidelberg (~3 hrs)

• Walking tour through the charming Old Town:
  • Heidelberg University, Old Bridge, Church of the Holy Spirit

• Ride the funicular to Heidelberg Castle for a panoramic view

• Group dinner in a student tavern

Overnight in Heidelberg

• Morning guided visit inside Heidelberg Castle, including the Great Vat and Apothecary Museum

• Optional: Short river cruise or hike up Philosopher’s Way

• Afternoon free time for souvenir shopping or relaxing by the Neckar

• Group dinner and cultural evening

Overnight in Heidelberg

• Depart the Bavarian region by private coach or high-speed train and travel to Frankfurt

• Upon arrival, begin with a guided walking tour of the city’s historic center:

  • Explore Römerberg, the picturesque medieval square at the heart of Old Town

  • Visit Frankfurt Cathedral (Kaiserdom), site of Holy Roman Emperor coronations

  • Walk along the River Main promenade for skyline views

• Farewell dinner at a traditional apple-wine tavern in the Sachsenhausen district — enjoy regional specialties and reflect on the journey together

• Overnight in Frankfurt

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.