Highlights of Germany

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Highlights of Germany
Highlights of Germany
Highlights of Germany

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Trafalgar's 8 Day Highlights of Germany. Unlock the highlights of Germany, from Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate to Nuremberg’s impressive Frauenkirche. Delve into the history of Dresden and discover divided Germany’s legacy at the open-air museum in Mödlareuth. View the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle and travel through the Bavarian countryside to vibrant city of Munich.
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Trip Length
Trip Length

8 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Berlin

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Munich

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
Trafalgar
Trip Style
Trip Style

Regional Explorer

Accommodation
Accommodation

4 Star

Budget
Budget

Premium

Age Range
Age Range

5-99 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

52

Guide Style
Guiding Style

Fully Guided

Itinerary

Start your Central European adventure in Berlin. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers, spend time exploring this remarkable city before enjoying dinner. (D) Stay: NH Collection Berlin Mitte am Checkpoint Charlie

Explore an iconic landmark of Berlin with a guided visit to the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse. See the Neo-Renaissance Reichstag, the Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden with a Local Specialist during your included sightseeing tour. Enjoy some free time this afternoon exploring the city on your own or consider joining an Optional Experience delving into Berlin's secret past.

This evening, enjoy a Be My Guest experience in Prenzlauer Berg, with a traditional German dinner hosted by Camilla and Elisa. (B/D)

A short drive south brings us to Dresden, the ‘Florence on the Elbe', where you'll hear about the city's restoration following its devastation during World War II as you admire its beautiful Baroque facades. See the Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace and the fully reconstructed Frauenkirche. Consider delving into the treasures of Dresden, joining an Optional Experience to explore this elegant city. (B) Stay: Bilderberg Bellevue Dresden

Visit the village of Mödlareuth, which inherited the moniker of 'Little Berlin' due to its wall separating East and West Germany. Gain insights into a divided Germany at its open-air museum and see a section of the original wall with its security features.

This afternoon, arrive in the Bavarian city of Nuremberg, once the unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire and today the economic, social and cultural capital of Franconia. During your orientation see the mighty castle ramparts and stand in the Hauptmarkt main square which is dominated by the impressive Frauenkirche, a great example of the Gothic brick-style architecture of the region. Spend the rest of your day at leisure indulging in the local specialty of grilled Nürnberger Rostbratwurst with sauerkraut. (B) Stay: Park Plaza Nuremberg

Stroll through the cobbled lanes of Rothenburg, a storybook town wrapped in medieval walls. Take in the half-timbered houses and charming market square, then wander past the Old Town Hall at your own pace. Later, journey into the heart of the Black Forest and discover a treasured tradition as you Dive into Culture with a visit to a local cuckoo clock workshop.

This evening, settle into your Stays with Stories property at Hofgut Sternen. Before dinner, you'll join a local expert to hear how this historic estate is embracing innovation and sustainability — a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience that supports the region's heritage and environment. (B/D) Stay: Hofgut Sternen

Travel through the beautiful countryside to a land of fables and folklore. This morning, tread in the footsteps of shy King Ludwig II and visit his Neuschwanstein Castle (subject to availability), built as a retreat for the king to withdraw from public life. Continue through the beautiful countryside to Munich. (B) Stay: The Rilano München

Take in the distinctive towers of the Cathedral, strolling through Marienplatz and seeing the impressive town hall with its charming Glockenspiel. A short walk leads to the 13th-century St. Peter's Church, the Viktualien food market square, and a traditional beer hall.

Spend the afternoon with a Local Specialist at the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial, a powerful experience that offers insight into this dark chapter of history. End the day over dinner with your fellow travellers, reminiscing about the journey and the moments that made it unforgettable. (B/D)

After breakfast, say a fond farewell at the end of a memorable journey through the highlights of Germany. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Explore Berlin
  • Discover Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg and Munich
  • Visit the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse, Mödlareuth Open Air Museum, Neuschwanstein Castle and the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial
  • See the Bavarian Apls

Be My Guest

  • Berlin: Join Camilla and Elisa in their cosy cafe in Berlin's Prenzlauer Berg for a warm and welcoming evening. Enjoy a traditional three-course German dinner as your hosts share their stories, their passion for local cuisine, and a deeper perspective into this vibrant neighbourhood's history and culture.

Dive Into Culture

  • Black Forest: Watch as skilled artisans capture the distinctive sound of the cuckoo demonstrating the centuries' old craft of clock making in the Black Forest.

Iconic Experience

  • Berlin: Visit the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse, where preserved sections of the Wall and watchtower offer a powerful insight into the realities of a divided city. Learn how families were separated and how Berliners lived through one of Europe's most defining chapters.
  • Berlin: During a sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist, admire Berlin landmarks like the Tiergarten and the neo- Renaissance Reichstag.
  • Dresden: Stroll through the historic center of Dresden and learn about the city's reconstruction.
  • Nuremberg: Visit the village of Mödlareuth and gain insights into its divided history at the town's open-air museum.
  • Nuremberg: Explore Nuremberg, perhaps indulging in the wonderful food at the Haupmarkt main square.
  • Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Encircled by intact medieval walls, Rothenburg ob der Tauber is one of Germany's best-preserved towns. Wander its cobbled lanes, admire colourful half-timbered houses and see the Old Town Hall and market square.
  • Munich: Admire the magical countryside at the Neuschwanstein Castle.
  • Munich: During your orientation of the city with your Travel Director, see Feldherrnhalle in the Odeonsplatz, the Palace of the Dukes of Wittelsbach, the English Garden, the Hofbräuhaus, St. Peter's Church and the famous Marienplatz.
  • Dachau: Join a Local Specialist for a guided visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial, a powerful reminder of the atrocities of the Holocaust. Walk through the former barracks and memorial sites, hear the stories of those who were imprisoned here, and gain a deeper understanding of this dark chapter in history.

Make Travel Matter®

  • Black Forest: A Local Specialist will introduce you to Hofgut Sternen as a sustainable destination in the heart of the Black Forest. Learn how they work to conserve their beautiful environment through using their own energy plant and working with the natural resources of the region. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.

Trafalgar Difference

  • Black Forest: Set at the entrance to Ravenna Gorge, Hofgut Sternen has welcomed travellers for centuries. Marie Antoinette, Goethe and Napoleon III all passed through this former coach stop, now a sustainably run property sharing the traditions of the Black Forest.

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences (Additional Cost) and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised

  • 4 Dinners (D)
  • 7 Breakfasts (B)

  • Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

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Friday 10 Apr 2026 10 Apr 26 Berlin
Friday 17 Apr 2026 17 Apr 26 Munich
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