Top Bavaria Outdoor Activities - page 3

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.

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.

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.

Munich is an ideal jumping-off point for day trips along Bavaria’s famed Romantic Road. But escaping the city usually requires negotiating a stressful car rental. Instead, leave the driving to someone else during this full-day sightseeing tour, so you're free to admire the scenery. In just one day, you can explore Harburg Castle (admission tickets own expense) and the picture-perfect medieval town of Rothenburg.

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.

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, the ‘Arbeit macht frei’ gateway, and the crematoriums. You will not only learn about the history of the camp, but also how the victims are remembered today. You'll hear stories about Dachau’s former prisoners and, as the commentary can be tailored to suit you, you'll 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 poceed 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.

Discover Munich from its days of the Third Reich rule on this private, guided walking tour. Enjoy personalized attention, learn about the history of the Third Reich’s rise to power and visit sites associated with Adolf Hitler. Along the way, you can also benefit from having a guide to navigate so you don’t get lost.

Discover the fairy tale castles of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof, created by Germany’s 19th-century King Ludwig II, on a hassle-free, full-day trip from Munich. Let someone else take on the driving while you relax and admire Bavaria's magnificent scenery on route to the UNESCO World Heritage sites. At Linderhof, Ludwig’s rococo-style hunting lodge and last home, join an optional interior tour and enjoy free time to explore at your own pace. Then, continue to Neuschwanstein, a picture-book clutch of turrets and chambers that inspired Disney’s "Sleeping Beauty" castle.

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.

Visit the famous Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak, on this guided, full-day trip with road transfers from Munich. Take a cable car to the summit of Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain at 2,962 meters (9,718 feet) above sea level, for breathtaking views of Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy, then ride the cogwheel train back down.

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.

Enjoy one of Bavaria's most popular attractions, Neuschwanstein Castle, on this day trip from Munich. Avoid the long ticket queues with skip-the-line admission (tickets to be paid separately) and enjoy plenty of free time to explore this fairy tale castle that was the inspiration for Disney's 'Sleeping Beauty' castle. The train tickets for the round-trip journey from Munich to Füssen are included making this a hassle-free experience.

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.

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.

Take a deep dive into the world of Bavarian food—from hearty classics to contemporary fusion ice cream—on this small-group tour with a foodie guide. Enjoy tastings at several different stops, including sausages, beer, and freshly baked goods, and explore the Viktualienmarkt food market and beyond.

This white water rafting adventure takes place in the beautiful Allgäu region in Swabia. Rather than the costly expense of buying your own gear — a wetsuit, life jacket, helmet, and neoprene socks are provided. After a safety briefing, set off on a “level two” course on the River Iller with plenty of twists, turns, rapids, and waves along the way.

Gain a deeper understanding of the Holocaust on a private tour to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial.  Meet your guide at your Munich hotel, then travel by included train transportation to the former camp. Listen to stories about individual survivors, learn this history of the camp, and more. You set the pace of the tour and can ask as many questions as you like for a more immersive experience.

An ideal pick for adventurous families visiting Bavaria—this family-friendly white water rafting trip can accommodate kids who are aged five years and over. With a wetsuit, life jacket, and helmet included—you don’t have to worry about sourcing specialist equipment. During the trip, a guide takes care of the navigating, so you can relax and enjoy spectacular views of the nearby mountains.

Get more out of your time in Munich with this private trip across the border to Salzburg in Austria. Avoid the hassle of driving, and instead, enjoy the luxury of having a private chauffeur for the day. A perk of the trip is that it offers the flexibility to choose two sightseeing stops to visit along the way—such as the Dachau Memorial, the Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden, or Hallein.

Explore Neuschwanstein Castle effortlessly on this convenient tour from Munich, which includes round-trip transport to save you time planning logistics. Skip-the-line admission ensures you can avoid the notoriously long wait time upon arrival. Enjoy an audio guide available in your preferred language as you delve into the castle's opulent interiors. Then, return to your starting point via direct train, concluding your journey seamlessly.

Treat yourself to a trip up the Zugspitze with your own private guide and enjoy a hassle-free day covering all of the mountain's highlights. Receive recommendations from your guide for alpine activities on the glacier, and have the option to continue sightseeing even after you descend. The excursion can be customized to include other sights in the Garmisch-Partenkirchen region.

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.

Explore beyond Munich city limits with ease—and discover two of Bavaria’s most picturesque, historical destinations in just one day—on this private trip from Munich. This round-trip transfer service includes a driver and private vehicle, and is just for your party. Upon arrival, explore both Rothenburg and Harburg at your own pace, all without following a tour group around.

Check out the grand Herrenchiemsee Castle on a private day trip from Munich. After traveling to the banks of Lake Chiemsee, you'll cruise across the water to Herrenchiemsee Island where the sprawling castle estate is set. Switch to a horse-drawn carriage to travel in style to the gates, then take a guided tour of the premises and a lunch break before heading back to your Munich hotel.