Top Bavaria Day Trips - page 3

Discover the castle that inspired Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty Castle, without worrying about logistics, on this day trip from Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle. Travel by luxury coach and take in the scenery of Bavaria as you make your way to the castle. After exploring Neuschwanstein on a guided tour, head back to Munich, where you enjoy a short walking tour that includes the Christmas Markets and other city highlights.

Enjoy Oktoberfest in Munich during this full-day experience that includes a Munich city tour and a guaranteed spot inside a tent. Beginning with a walking tour, learn about the city’s history and brewing customs, and hear about the 200-year-old festival at Theresienwiese. Then, take a seat at your reserved place in one of the major Oktoberfest beer tents, where you receive two liters of beer and chicken.

Get acquainted with Munich the easy way on a fun, flexible hop-on hop-off city bus tour. Choose a 24-hour Express Tour to check out Munich’s main highlights or a 24-hour or 48-hour Grand Tour ticket to widen your sightseeing net. Either way, settle aboard an open-top double-decker bus, listen to the enlightening onboard commentary, and enjoy panoramic views of sites such as the Marienplatz, Hofbrauhaus, Viktualienmarkt and more. Hop off at the stops that interest you, explore on foot and then re-board the bus at any stop you wish.

Embark on a private day trip from Munich to explore the medieval charm of Rothenburg ob der Tauber and Harburg. Rothenburg, nestled along Bavaria’s Romantic Road, enchants with its cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses, and well-preserved medieval walls. Highlights include the striking Town Hall, the 13th-century St. Jacob’s Church, and the iconic Plönlein corner. In Harburg, discover the impressive Harburg Castle, an 11th-century fortress steeped in regional history. Its defensive walls, central keep, and panoramic views reflect its strategic importance. Harburg’s castle and town offer a glimpse into Bavaria’s medieval past, with tales of knights, royalty, and shifting power.

The famous fairytale Castle Neuschwanstein is the second most visited attraction in Germany. Avoid the crowds and book a private day trip for your own group. Travel by luxurious vehicle with a professional English-speaking guide, and visit Neuschwanstein Castle with skip-the-line tickets included. Visit Hohenschwangau Castle (at your own expense) and enjoy a customizable itinerary.

Dachau was the first Nazi-established concentration camp in Germany, and its dark name lingers on in world history. On this private tour, you’ll take a comfortable ride to the well-preserved camp, walking back into the still-visible past. Your personal guide will take you through the prisoner’s quarters, the disinfection barracks, the crematorium, and more, deepening your understanding of this tragic time in history—an experience you’ll likely never forget.

Gain insight into the Third Reich's rise to power and visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this full-day Munich combo tour. Travel to Dachau, one of the first Nazi concentration camps in Germany, and explore the memorial site with a guide. Then, learn about the history of Nazi Germany during World War II, and see some of the buildings associated with Adolf Hitler on a walking tour through Munich.

Leave Munich behind and discover Königssee, and the highlights of the Obersalzberg and Berchtesgaden area with a private tour guide. The excursion offers a personalized experience without the rush of a standard sightseeing tour, making it easy to explore the area with private, luxury transportation and historical commentary. Let yourself be enchanted by the historic town of Berchtesgaden and enjoy a boat trip across the Königssee to St. Bartholomä. In Obersalzberg you can learn more about the history of the 3rd Reich and you can also visit the 1,828 m high Eagles Nest (open from the beginning of May to the end of October; in winter or also visit the salt mine in Berchtesgaden). Another highlight is the Roßfeld panoramic road with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, Salzburg and the Eagles Nest, before the excursion ends back in Munich.

Swap Munich for a full-day semi-private tour to Mozart’s birthplace and the filming location of “The Sound of Music”—Salzburg, Austria. Instead of encountering traffic, relax on a scenic train trip showcasing alpine landscapes. In Salzburg, a guide helps you explore highlights including Mirabell Palace and Gardens, Salzburg Cathedral, and Fortress Hohensalzburg. Enjoy lunch at an authentic 17th century Austrian restaurant off the beaten path.

Acknowledge Germany’s sobering history on a tour of Dachau Concentration Camp. During your tour, gain insight into the Third Reich’s regime and brutality, as well as the 42,000 people who lost their lives within its bounds. Booking a private tour ensures you can process and pay respects in solitude, as well as ask questions at any point.

Explore Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site and take a Third Reich walking tour of Munich on this full-day, small-group tour. Visit Dachau, the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany during the Holocaust. Learn how it served as a model for all the other camps that followed it and listen to the heart-wrenching stories of Dachau’s many prisoners. Then, return to Munich to see sites associated with Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party, and gain insight into this dark period of Munich's past. This tour includes transport and the services of a guide.

Discover the highlights of the Romantic Road in a day—without putting in the hours of research time—by going on this day trip. Setting off from Würzburg, the route showcases the beautiful castle in Weikersheim, the small wine villages of the Tauber Valley, and the romantic medieval town of Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

Bavaria is known for its beer and fairytale castles, and this day trip from Garmisch-Partenkirchen lets you experience the best of both worlds. After visiting King Ludwig’s Neuschwanstein Castle on a skip-the-line tour, you’ll head to the village of Murnau. Visit a local beer garden and tour the Griesbräu brewery, where you'll have time to raise a stein before your train back to Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Simplify a visit to Neuschwanstein Castle from Munich with skip-the-line admission and round-trip train transportation. Save time planning logistics and tickets; just board your train at Munich Central Station and relax knowing everything is in hand. Get further insight into what you see with an included audio guide once you're inside the castle, bypassing the crowds outside.

Eat your way around Bavaria without leaving Munich on this tantalising 2-hour tasting tour. Immerse yourself in local life as you visit Munich’s historic Viktualienmarkt and follow your guide around the colorful stalls. Along the way, tuck into Bavaria’s famous sausages, regional cheeses and freshly baked breads, or sample exotic fruits and delicious sweet pastries.

Discover the magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle built by King Ludwig II with this guided tour from Munich. You won't have to worry about transportation, and you will see Bavaria's alpine landscapes at their most magical during the wintertime. As an extra perk, the tour route also includes a photo stop at Hohenschwangau Castle.

Skip the hassle of keeping up with a big bus tour group and discover mystery and beauty in the heart of Bavaria on this private full-day Neuschwanstein Castle tour. Head past the entry queues and go straight inside Neuschwanstein Castle with a guide who knows how to navigate past the huge crowds. Admire the 19th-century fortress’ Romanesque architecture and gain insight into the life of King Ludwig II of Bavaria — one of the castle’s most famous residents. Explore the pretty Bavarian village of Oberammergau and learn of its rich heritage, then visit Ettal Abbey before heading back to your hotel.

Take a private guided daytrip by train to Regensburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the banks of the Danube River and one of the most beautiful and well-preserved medieval towns in all of Germany. From its start during the Roman Empire to the university town it is today, Regensburg is one of the most scenic and pleasant stops in Bavaria. This is a full day guided private tour including train tickets. Your guide will meet you at your centrally located Munich hotel, accompany you to Regensburg, give you a full tour, and return with you to Munich. Don't worry: if you want some free time to shop or relax, just ask! The tour can be tailored to your needs, whether that means seeing as much as possible or taking it easy.

Spend the day exploring Munich’s enchanted surroundings with your own private guide and vehicle. Visit the popular sights of the Ettal Monastery, the village of Oberammergau, the opulent Linderhof Palace, and the famous Neuschwanstein Castle (entrance fees extra). Discover the rich history of Bavaria and get insider tips from your informative guide during this private tour.

This tour is a great shortcut to learning about Nuremberg’s World War II history. As you walk past the Nuremberg Trial Courthouse, and the Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds museum, hear commentary from your guide about how the city was affected by World War II. To help you save time, the tour also ticks off multiple Old Town highlights, such as the Town Hall, and the Imperial Castle’s courtyards.

Go beyond Munich and explore more of Bavaria with this private hiking tour of Murnau. Take in the scenery that captivated artists, including Wassily Kandinsky. Don't worry about making your own way there from Munich, as your guide meets you at the train station and travels with you, before leading you on the Dragon’s Way trail. Finish the day with a meal and beer at a local brewery (own expense).

With this tour, you can pack a lot into a day as the trip takes you on a journey along the Romantic Road from Wurzburg to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Going on an organized tour means you don’t need to worry about searching for parking spots, and can just hop off and enjoy guided tours along the way. Highlights include Weikersheim Castle, the historic center of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, and a wine tasting stop too.

Ideal for beer lovers, explore Munich’s beer culture with ease on this small-group or private half-day tour. Meet your local guide, then go from famous Bavarian beer hall to famous Bavarian beer hall, sampling a range of brews including Oktoberfest beer tasters, and platters of authentic German fare such as regional dips, Bretzel, and cheese and meat platters. Enjoy lagers on the street—a German tradition—and dive into Munich’s infamous bar quarter.

Don't worry about navigating an unfamiliar trail by yourself on this private hike to the Andechs Monastery. Ideal for travelers staying in Munich who want a break from the city, let your guide lead the way as you take public transportation to the St. James Way. As you make your way to the Benedictine priory, enjoy stories about the local area and take in the scenic views.