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Best of Germany
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Length
12 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Frankfurt (Germany)
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Ends in
Frankfurt (Germany)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAR 28, 2026 to OCT 16, 2027
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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$2,905.10
Overview
See all the sights on this jam-packed Best of Germany trip. Watch life unfold on a scenic Rhine River cruise, explore cutting-edge Berlin where history meets creativity, raise a stein in vibrant Munich and wander through the enchanting Black Forest that inspired timeless fairy tales.
Visited During Tour
Berlin (Germany) | Black Forest (Germany) | Cologne (Germany) | Dresden (Germany) | Frankfurt (Germany) | Hamburg (Germany) | Heidelberg (Germany) | Kamp-Bornhofen (Germany) | Munich (Germany) | Nuremberg (Germany) | Rothenburg (Germany) | Sankt Goar (Germany)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
More Details
Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are Best of Germany tour dates available from Trafalgar. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Trafalgar Tour Code 53-124
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1Welcome to Frankfurt
Welcome to Frankfurt and savor an opportunity to see the sights on your own before meeting your Travel Director this afternoon for an orientation of Römerberg and the financial district. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Reception with your fellow travelers, including a light dinner and welcome drink to kick off your discovery of the best of Germany.
- Meals Included:
- Dinner
Accommodations: Sheraton Offenbach -
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2Cruise Along the Rhine and Journey to Cologne Connect with Locals
Resist the alluring calls of Loreley and board your leisurely cruise along the Rhine. Glide past vineyard-clad hills, stopping for a Be My Guest experience. Share stories of knights and feuding lords and ladies over lunch before continuing to Cologne, where we’ll view the Gothic spires of its magnificent cathedral during our orientation of the city.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Steigenberger Köln -
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3Onwards to the Port City of Hamburg
Journey through the lush green landscape of Lower Saxony as we make our way to the international trade center of Hamburg, where we'll join our Travel Director for an orientation tour of the city's iconic sights. Spend some time at leisure exploring the city's seafaring heritage. Wander along the trendy Mönckebergstrasse, visit one of the city's brewhouses or consider a guided cruise through the city's harbor and discover why Hamburg is called Germany's 'Gateway to the World'. Tonight, we will dine at our hotel.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza City Alster -
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4Journey to Berlin
Follow the picturesque Elbe Valley from Hamburg, crossing the former ‘Iron Curtain' to the historic city of Berlin, whose once-turbulent history has shaped its rebirth as a charismatic capital city. Join your Local Specialist to explore the iconic landmarks of unified Berlin. See the Neo-Renaissance Reichstag, the Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Catalonia Berlin Mitte -
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5Discover the History and Icons of Berlin
Enjoy a full day to explore Berlin on your terms. You might choose to join an Optional Experience uncovering the city’s defining moments with a Local Specialist visiting the Holocaust Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie and what remains of the Berlin Wall. Later, you could head out of the city on another Optional Experience to Potsdam and Wannsee to see the site of the 1942 Wannsee Conference, cross the Glienicke ‘Spy Bridge’ and wander through the UNESCO-listed gardens of Sanssouci Palace.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Catalonia Berlin Mitte -
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6Off to Dresden
A short drive south brings us to Dresden, the ‘Florence on the Elbe', where we'll hear about the city's restoration following its devastation during World War II as you admire its beautiful Baroque façades. 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.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Bilderberg Bellevue Dresden -
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7Venture to Historic Nuremberg
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 specialties.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Park Plaza Nuremberg -
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8Continue to Medieval Rothenburg and Munich
Stroll through the narrow lanes of Rothenburg – its beautiful medieval center seemingly frozen in time and encircled by a fortified town wall that remains intact after centuries. Admire the beautiful market square, lined with half-timbered houses, and the Old Town Hall before traveling through the Bavarian countryside to Munich.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Westpark -
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9Explore Munich
During your time in Munich, see the distinctive towers of the Cathedral, stroll through Marienplatz, and admire the impressive town hall with its charming Glockenspiel. A short walk from here takes you to the 13th-century St. Peter’s Church, the Viktualien food market square, and a traditional beer hall. Later, join a Local Specialist for a guided visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial, a powerful experience that offers insight into this dark chapter of history.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Holiday Inn Westpark -
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10Admire Neuschwanstein Castle and the Black Forest
Travel through the beautiful countryside to a land of fables and folklore. This morning, we 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. We continue through the magical countryside to the Black Forest, whose mystical landscape inspired fantasy and fiction from the famous Brothers Grimm. This evening over dinner, we learn from a local expert about Hofgut Sternen’s innovative design and the traditions of the Black Forest on MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Hofgut Sternen -
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11On to Heidelberg and Frankfurt Dive Into Culture
Witness a Black Forest treasure as you Dive Into Culture and learn about the centuries-old craft of cuckoo clock making. Later, travel to Heidelberg and perhaps have the chance to capture views of the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, as well as the Baroque-style Old Town. Spend the rest of the afternoon finishing up some last-minute shopping before continuing on to Frankfurt. Tonight we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your newfound friends, reminiscing over the iconic and unexpected highlights of our trip.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Sheraton Offenbach -
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12Farewell Germany
After breakfast, say a fond farewell after a memorable holiday.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
More Details
Trafalgar is informing us of the following additional details regarding their Best of Germany tour:
Travelers Notes
* DAY 1: Complimentary arrival transfers from Frankfurt Am Main Airport (FRA) depart at 10:00 and 13:30 on the first day of the tour. Guests should arrive at least 2 hours before the last transfer time. * DAY 12:Complimentary departure transfers arrive at Frankfurt Am Main Airport (FRA) on the last day of the tour at 08:00 and 10:00.* TRANSFERS: Chargeable transfers available in Frankfurt. Guests who have booked their extra hotel nights with Trafalgar, or whose flight times do not coincide with the shuttle coach timings may purchase a chargeable transfer. However, guests booking independent hotel nights will make their own transfer arrangements.* ITINERARY UPDATE: Starting from Summer 2026 season, the Berlin TV Tower will be replaced with a guided visit to the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse, which has become a major highlight of the visit to Berlin following a significant investment and renovation.* NOTE: This Trip falls under LEVEL 1. Please refer to the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations policies on our website.
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