Top Germany City Tours - page 4

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 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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Experience the true beauty of Bavaria by going on a day trip to Lake Konigssee, St. Bartholomew Island, and Berchtesgaden Salt Mine. Save time figuring out local public transport schedules and enjoy having an itinerary planned out for you. Travel with ease in air-conditioned vehicle, and cross the lake on an electric boat. Along the way, hear interesting facts and stories from your guide, as you explore the best parts of the local landscape, such as Berchtesgaden Alpine National Park.

See Germany’s Romantic Road on a private day trip from Munich and discover its showpiece sights with ease. With your own private guide for a group of up to seven people, you’ll travel to Harburg Castle, Dinkelsbühl, and Rothenburg ob der Tauber, hearing about the history of the culture-rich route as you go. Free time to sightsee, shop, and explore is included at each stop.

Visit Neuschwanstein Castle, Ettal Abbey and the forest-ringed village of Oberammergau in one easy day trip from Munich. After leaving your city hotel, travel with your own private driver-guide into the heart of Bavaria where fairytale castles and picturesque villages beckon. Prebooked skip-the-line tickets are included to save you time at the admission desks, and you discover the history of each site through commentary from your guide.

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.

Get an insider’s look at Berlin on this private 3- or 4-hour walking tour. Enjoy personalized attention while visiting some of Berlin’s most popular attractions, including the Berlin Wall Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie, and the Brandenburg Gate, plus some lesser-known locations. Learn about Berlin’s long history, from the time of the Teutonic Knights to the modern capital of unified Germany. A hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Get to know the best of Potsdam on your own terms on a flexible tour from Berlin. Learn how this scenic town served as the residence of Prussian kings and German emperors for three centuries. See the historical city center and Dutch Quarter. Travel past the royal residences of Sansoucci Palace, one of the largest UNESCO World Heritage sites in Germany, and Cecilenhof Palace with a guide by your side.

Get behind the wheel of an adorable, undersized Trabi for a self-drive tour of Berlin. Enjoy a fun, unique way of seeing the sights; all eyes will be glued to your 'Trabi Convoy' as you putter through the heart of the German capital. Listen to live commentary throughout the trip from an experienced guide, and finish the day with an official Trabant drivers license souvenir.

Explore the historic city of Bremen through the lens of a local on this private tour. Completely customizable to your interests, ask your guide for suggestions or map out your own route to uncover Bremen’s architectural wonders and cultural landmarks. You’ll also have time for a traditional German lunch (own expense).

Learn the history behind the Cold War while you sightsee on this walking tour of East Berlin. Led by a guide, explore the Cold War capital of spies, secret police, and exciting escapes. Visit the Berlin Wall memorial, see the Stasi headquarters, and stand at the place where the Wall fell in 1989. Gain a deeper understanding of this period of Berlin history than you would by exploring independently.

Frankfurt is one of Germany’s most dynamic cities, from its atmospheric Old Town to its skyscraper-lined riverfront. On this tour, connect with a Frankfurt local who will show you around their city like a friend and introduce you to the neighborhoods that they know and love. Gain an insight into German culture, traditions, and everyday life; visit only the sights that interest you; and receive recommendations on where to eat, drink, and shop.

Revisit some of the darkest chapters in Berlin’s history—and hear the stories of the brave men and women who resisted the Nazis—on this small-group, half-day walking tour. Meet your guide in the morning in central Berlin, and venture to many key city landmarks. As you go, hear moving stories of those who fought against fascism, learn about Berlin’s Jewish community and heritage, and remember those who lost their lives.

Go beyond the main attractions of Berlin to discover the Kreuzberg district on this private 3-hour tour. With your private local host, you'll explore some of the hippest areas of the city and hear stories about urban artists and the trendiest neighborhoods. Your host shares unique stories and personal anecdotes, and provides tailored recommendations for the rest of your trip.

Travel back in time on this walking tour through the historic city centre of Wittenberg. A local professional guide will accompany visitors on this private tour, offering customization of the tour on the spot, based on where the visitors most want to go. Follow the footsteps of 16th century Martin Luther and his colleagues.

See Berlin in a new and fun way with this thrilling tour in a hot rod: a sure way to have fun while sightseeing. Start in Friedrichshain and pass by the East Side Gallery, a long, preserved stretch of the Berlin Wall, then head to Alexanderplatz and its massive TV tower. Stop at the glass-domed Reichstag for some photos. And continue cruising around Berlin and looking very cool as you go.

It's easy to get lost in the crowd on a group tour of Berlin—and with so many sights to see—travelers get a better experience with a private tour. On this Berlin city tour, complete with your own private guide, travelers can uncover the city's main attractions and landmarks. Visit the top sights, including the Brandenburg Gate, Potsdamer Platz, Museum Island, and the Holocaust Memorial. And to make the tour complete, visit the remains of the famous Berlin Wall.

Explore Potsdam’s elegant gardens and palaces on a 6-hour, private tour from Berlin with an experienced guide. Enjoy the flexibility of a private tour, with time to visit the sites that interest you most. See the Glienicke ‘bridge of spies’ and a palace that housed WWI peace conferences, then stroll the manicured park that surrounds Sanssouci Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy tips on the best places to eat in Potsdam’s old city, with plenty of time to browse cafes, boutiques and a local market before returning to Berlin.

See more of Dresden in less time on this small-group bike tour that combines major landmarks with lesser-known neighborhoods. Cycling makes it easy to cover more ground than a walking tour, with routes through the atmospheric Old Town, Baroque Quarter, New Town, and surrounding suburbs. Along the way, pass highlights including Dresden Zwinger and Frauenkirche Dresden—with insights from your guide.