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Plan an easy landing in Munich with this private transfer from Munich International Airport to your city center hotel. Your English-speaking chauffeur monitors your flight and meets you at the arrival lounge. Travel comfortably in a Mercedes-Benz E-Class or similar vehicle for up to three passengers. This service is ideal for families, with available infant seats, and offers a smooth start to your visit, including during Oktoberfest season.

Visit the Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden, Adolf Hitler’s famous mountaintop retreat, on this day trip from Munich. Travel by air-conditioned coach through Bavaria’s lush mountainscapes, and ride a bus and elevator to the lodge, 6,148 feet (1,834 meters) up Mt. Kehlstein. See where Hitler entertained dignitaries, view the hall where weddings and conferences were staged, and explore the terrace to admire the spectacular Alpine views—vistas that Hitler, ironically, found challenging due to his vertigo. Enjoy time for lunch (own expense) and the option to visit the Nazi Documentation Center Museum.

Take your understanding of Nuremberg's World War II history to the next level with a private half-day tour of the Nazi Party Rally Grounds and Room 600 at the Nuremberg Palace of Justice. Led by a history-expert guide, you'll get in-depth commentary about the Nuremberg Trials as you explore the key sites, in your own group and without the rush of a larger standard tour.

Discover elegant Salzburg—historic birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart—on a day trip from Radius Tours Office and make your way with the group to the train, heading to Salzburg, Austria. Relax on the comfortable train ride to Salzburg, take a guided tour of city attractions like Domkirche Cathedral and the Festung Hohensalzburg fortress, then enjoy hours of independent time to explore. Soak up Austrian history, sample local delicacies, and snap photos of the city set against the striking backdrop of the Alps.

See Munich in a fun new way: via Segway. After learning how to ride a Segway, zoom through the attractive Bavarian city. Learn about the history of Munich from the guide while seeing such sites as Odeonsplatz, Hofgarten, Victory Gate, Leopoldstraße, the Maximilianeum and the Peace Angel, among others. This tour is a great way to rest your cobblestone-weary feet!

See more of Munich than you ever could on foot during this private guided bike tour. Pedal along an easy route, which leads past key sights, such as King's Square, the English Garden, and Eisbach Wave. Take breaks to rest your legs, including one at a beer garden, where you’ll have the option to order a beer or snack (own expense).

Get important context into Munich’s WWII history that you might miss if exploring independently on this Third Reich history walking tour. Follow your guide as you learn how the Bavarian capital served as a center for the Nazi Party during WWII, and hear stories of Hitler’s rallies and the White Rose resistance movement. Along the way, visit key sites like Königsplatz, Feldherrnhalle, the Hofgarten, and the Hofbräuhaus beer hall.

Travel from Munich to Bavaria’s Neuschwanstein Castle on this day trip that includes round-trip transportation by train. Often known as Germany’s "Cinderella castle," Neuschwanstein was actually the inspiration for a different Disney story, the ‘Sleeping Beauty’ castle at Disneyland. Take a guided tour of the castle, and hear stories about the "Mad" King Ludwig II, who commissioned it. The entrance fee is not included, but skip-the-line access is, so you won’t wait in the main admission queue.

Arrive in Munich without the stress with this private transfer service from Munich Airport by spacious van. You’ll meet your personal driver in the airport arrivals hall, and then relax on the journey to your hotel or private accommodation in Munich. Relax on the journey, and arrive feeling refreshed and ready for vacation or work.

Take a private tour of Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, the first Nazi concentration camp, on a half-day trip from Munich. Led by an officially certified English-speaking private guide, the tour covers sites like the camp’s original administration headquarters, roll-call square, reconstructed barracks, the ‘Arbeit macht frei’ gateway, religious memorials, and the crematoriums. You will not only learn about the history of the camp, but also how the victims from over 30 different countries are remembered today. You'll hear stories about Dachau’s former prisoners and have the opportunity to ask questions and learn about the aspects of Dachau that interest you most. The guide will meet you at your centrally located Munich hotel or at the Munich train station (Hauptbahnhof) and you will proceed together by train to Dachau. All transport costs are covered in the tour price. Please note: children age 13 and under are not allowed by the memorial site to participate in tours of Dachau.

Exploring Bavaria from Munich without a car can be tricky. This private sightseeing tour takes care of the logistics, so you can fully immerse yourself in the day's activities without worrying about getting there and back. Enjoy an itinerary that includes two palaces, Linderhof Castle and Neuschwanstein Castle, and the village of Oberammergau.

Raise a glass to Bavarian beer with an evening of beer tasting in Munich! Follow your guide, a fellow beer lover, on a 3.5-hour tour of the city’s beer halls and breweries. Go behind-the-scenes with a tour of one of Munich’s historic breweries, learn about Bavaria’s famous purity law and see the beer-brewing process in action. Then, pay a visit to the famous Hofbräuhaus beer hall, where you can sample a refreshing Weissbier (Wheat Beer) or order a ‘mass’ – a whole liter of beer!

When a market is 200 years old, you know it must be good. On this small-group tour, your local guide leads you through Munich’s timeless Viktualienmarkt, held daily since 1807 (barring Sundays). Explore the history of this city mainstay, get the downlow on the market’s vendors, and sit down to some of the city’s best street food—drinks included—just like the locals do.

Learn about how Munich became the birthplace of the Nazi Party and what happened there during WW2 on this comprehensive walking tour. By going on a walking tour, you’ll be able to access places that can’t be reached by car or bus. A private tour means a more personalized experience, and you’ll be able to ask questions along the way. Explore key sites associated with WW2 and discover important historical information about the origins and activities of the Nazi Party.

Combine city sightseeing with a scenic stroll in the park on this 2-hour walking tour of Munich. Admire landmarks like the Frauenkirche cathedral, the Glockenspiel and the City Palace; hear stories of the Third Reich in Munich as you walk through Odeonsplatz; and browse the stalls of the lively Viktualien market. After taking a peek at the legendary Hofbräuhaus beer hall, head to the tranquil English Garden, one of Europe’s largest urban parks, to watch the surfers along the Eisbach river.

Discover Munich with a private guide, exploring the enchanting Old Town squares and hearing the city's history. During a walking tour, you'll learn about landmarks such as the Glockenspiel, Munich Hofbräuhaus, and the Royal Residence, and hear tales of wartime history. Find out fun facts about the beer purity law and the annual Oktoberfest, and enjoy photo stops aplenty as you walk your way around the city. The tour is led by a private guide, and the meeting point and start time can be chosen by you.

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.

If you’re dreaming of exploring Germany’s Romantic Road, this tour can make it a reality. Departing from Frankfurt, you’ll soon be zooming through Bavaria's castle-studded mountains and valleys, stopping to explore medieval towns. From Rothenburg ob der Tauber to Schloss Weikersheim, this is one jam-packed day of picturesque, half-timbered, only-in-Germany adventure.

Discover Salzburg, Austria's Lake District, and iconic "The Sound of Music" locations with ease thanks to this day trip from Munich. Have a chance to explore Salzburg’s landmarks independently, including film locations. In high season, opt for a St. Gilgen boat trip (additional charge); in winter, experience a festive event at the lake. Then, complete your journey with a Lake Mondsee visit before returning to Munich

Gain a deeper understanding of the Holocaust than you might pass over if visiting the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial solo on this private tour. Be picked up from your hotel or meet your guide at Munich Central Station, then travel by train to the former camp. Listen to stories from individual survivors as you learn about the camp's history, and ask as many questions as you like along the way.

Discover beautiful and historic Nuremberg on this full-day rail tour from Munich. Relax on the comfortable train ride to Nuremberg, enjoy free time for lunch, and take a guided tour of the former Nazi Rally Grounds. Soak up German history, sample local delicacies, and snap photos of the medieval and gothic accents that decorate this modern city.

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.

Experiencing Bavarian food while visiting Germany isn’t the same as learning to make it own your own. This Bavarian cooking class takes you inside a local’s 150-year-old farmhouse in Oberaudorf, while you learn firsthand how to make a Bavarian-style dinner. Learn to make strudel and schnitzel, as you sip on Bavarian beer and local schnapps, and then take home the recipes and skills to do it again after your trip.

Many travelers skim the surface of cities they visit—seeing the sights and moving on. Connect with the true Munich on this private custom walking tour with a local. Tell them your wish-list, and let them bring the city alive, as a friend would. Get directions, cultural tips, and restaurant suggestions; discover off-the-radar sights, and get a meaningful take on the city that helps you get more from your stay.