Top Germany Day Trips - page 2

This early start, small-group half-day tour offers a deeper and more contextual visit to the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site. With an early start from Munich, you arrive ahead of larger crowds for a calmer and more focused experience. Led exclusively by guides certified directly by the memorial, you explore key areas of the former camp through accurate historical explanation, personal stories, and space for reflection. After the memorial visit, the tour continues into Dachau’s historic old town—an important but often overlooked part of understanding the site’s wider context. Here, you learn about the town’s medieval roots, artistic heritage, and how the community has confronted its past since 1945. A relaxed lunch break in a local restaurant offers time to decompress and reflect before returning to Munich. Designed for travelers seeking a respectful and thoughtful experience, this tour provides a more complete understanding of Dachau as both a memorial and a living town.

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.

Explore Berlin’s top attractions on this group tour ideal for cruise passengers. After convenient pickup from Warnemunde and Rostock Port, visit landmarks like Charlottenburg Palace, Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, Reichstag, Brandenburg Gate, and Checkpoint Charlie. Learn about Berlin’s history and culture from your guide as you travel. The tour lasts approximately 10 to 11 hours with round-trip port transfers included.

Tailor your Neuschwanstein Castle day trip from Munich by choosing your own morning adventure. Perfect for families and friends, this tour allows you to explore the woodcarving village of Oberammergau or ride the Alpine Coaster through the Bavarian Alps. Regroup for a traditional brewery lunch before your guided tour of Neuschwanstein, where you'll discover the secrets of King Ludwig II’s fairytale masterpiece.

See Neuschwanstein Castle’s fairytale turrets and Linderhof Castle, inspired by Versailles, on this convenient day trip from Munich, with snacks and soft drinks on board. It’s almost impossible to see both castles in a day on public transport, but this tour delivers, with a stop at a viewpoint to capture the perfect Neuschwanstein photo too. A live guide tells fascinating tales of Mad King Ludwig and so much more. Between May 1 and October 15th, the Venus Grotto at Linderhof is also included.

Escape the bustle of Frankfurt—and maximize your sightseeing time—on a convenient, half-day tour that covers many of Heidelberg's top attractions. Make the short trip south by coach, then spend several hours exploring the medieval town with your guide. Learn the stories behind the sights as you admire the Old Town's Renaissance–era landmarks, spot highlights including the Karl Theodor Bridge, and visit the dramatic ruins of Heidelberg Castle.

The beautiful town of Rothenburg is known for its medieval center and architecture, and this private tour offers a personalized way to discover its highlights in a day. Enjoy door-to-door private transfers from Nuremberg in a luxury van. Upon arrival, set off on a walking tour showcasing historical sites such as Castle Gate, Castle Garden, Siebers Tower, and the Handworker’s House.

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

Discover the best of Berlin on this all-in-one shore excursion from Warnemunde or Rostock Port. Head to Germany’s capital and visit some of its key landmarks such as Charlottenburg Palace, the Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall, Checkpoint Charlie and more. Learn about the city’s history from your informative guide as you traverse every corner of this alternative city before heading back to your ship.

Get a dose of Bavaria's iconic beer culture with this food and beer tour in Munich. Home of Oktoberfest and a collection of famous beer halls and beer gardens, Bavaria's beautiful capital invites visitors from around the globe with its promise of fun and camaraderie. Partner with a savvy guide for an insider look at this tradition of imbibing. You’ll hit local haunts and enjoy Bavarian nibbles in the company of fellow beer aficionados.

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.

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.

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.

Walk in the footsteps of medieval lords and aristocrats on a tour of Eltz Castle. On this guided, full-day, small-group tour from Frankfurt, explore this “fairytale in stone”, learning about eight centuries of architecture and culture. See the Eltz Forest, a nature reserve full of rare fauna and flora with great views of the neighboring Elzbach Valley. Then relax with dinner at a restaurant beside the Rhine River.

Explore beautiful Strasbourg and the majestic Black Forest on this full-day tour from Frankfurt. Stop in the spa town of Baden-Baden, deep in the Black Forest, for a guided tour, learn about the famous thermal baths, and see landmarks like Kurhaus Casino. Then, traverse the German-French border to visit the Alsatian City of Strasbourg. With your guide, explore key sites like 'La Petite France,' Strasbourg’s UNESCO-listed old town center on board the 'Petite Train' (fee included).

Delve into Munich’s dark past and the birth of the Nazi ideology on a revealing city walking tour. Led by a guide, discover the sites that provided backdrops to Adolf Hitler and his followers as they set about founding the Third Reich, giving Munich its title as the ‘Capital of the Nazi Movement.’ See beer-halls where Nazi brown shirts first gathered, buildings from where Hitler delivered speeches, and memorials to opposers of the movement.

Explore Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this half-day tour from Munich. Travel by train from Munich to Dachau with a guide, and visit the former concentration camp. During your guided tour, gain insight into the brutality of the Nazi regime and learn of the 42,000 innocent prisoners who lost their lives there. Explore the history of the Third Reich in the visitors' center, and read of the camp’s historical context from the prisoners’ perspective.

This sightseeing tour of Hamburg is a great shore excursion option for cruise passengers traveling to Kiel. The full-day excursion covers essential Hamburg attractions, from the historic warehouses of the UNESCO-listed Speicherstadt to the elegant modern architecture of the Elbphilharmonie. The tour is carefully timed to your ship’s docking to make the most of your time ashore while ensuring that you return in plenty of time for departure.

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.

Avoid the hassle of arranging a rental car by booking this comprehensive day trip from Munich, which includes a visit to the Berchtesgaden Alps. After a private pickup from your desired location, get ready to enjoy a boat ride on Lake Königssee, an informative tour around the Eagle’s Nest (Adolf Hitler's lodge), and a stroll through the streets of beautiful Salzburg.

Hop in the saddle for a half-day bike tour of Munich, and discover the charms of the Bavarian capital as you explore it on two wheels. With a local guide, pedal past major landmarks such as Odeonsplatz with its Italianate architecture and the landscaped English Garden. Hear fun facts about life in the city as you go, and enjoy an hour-long stop at the Chinese Tower beer garden for food and drink (own expense).

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.

In our tour we will show you the famous castle from Heidelberg. The whole structure, the castle and the courtyard impress with their ruins and construction. The castle is several centuries old and offers a wonderful view over the city from its huge terrace. After visiting the castle we walk through the medieval center to the old bridge and the Karlstor, the Renaissance house to the knight, the Heiliggeistkirche. Following Heidelberg, our tour guide in Rothenburg will guide you on foot and we walk together through the picturesque historic streets. Then it's on to the beautiful Burggarten and St. Jacob's Church with the world-famous Holy Blood Altar. Continue to visit the Crime Museum, the fantastic Doll and Toy Museum and/or the Christmas Museum. We will also show you a very special place for beautiful souvenirs. There are wood carvings, glasses, Christmas decorations, beer mugs and even cuckoo clocks. Together we can still enjoy the famous "snowball" made of sweet shortcrust pastry.

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.