Top Germany Day Trips

Make the most of your time in Frankfurt with a seamless day trip to the Rhine River Valley. Instead of trying to plan trains, buses, and boats on your own, sit back and enjoy an organized journey that covers the region’s must-see highlights. Travel by bus or van through this UNESCO World Heritage–listed landscape, then cruise the Rhine on a steamer to see medieval castles, terraced vineyards, and storybook wine villages from the water. Pause for photo stops at famous viewpoints such as Loreley Rock or the Niederwald Monument depending on the boat route. A meal (lunch on the full-day option, dinner on the half-day) and a local wine tasting are included, so you can experience the flavors of the region as well as the sights.

Discover the beauty of the Bavarian countryside on this full-day coach tour from Munich, visiting the iconic Neuschwanstein and Linderhof castles. Learn about King Ludwig II and his architectural masterpieces, with the flexibility to choose admission to one or both castles (entrance fees not included). Enjoy a hassle-free journey with stunning views and expert commentary along the way.

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.

Visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, the first permanent concentration camp to be built by the Nazi Party, on this 6-hour tour from Munich. Travel by train from the Bavarian capital to Dachau, where you'll learn about the camp’s prisoners, gain insight into life under Nazi rule, and visit the visitors' center, reconstructed barracks, gas chambers and other rooms.

Staying within Berlin would mean missing out on many of the region’s grandiose sights. On this full-day tour, meet your guide in the capital and head to Potsdam, the largest city in the nearby state of Brandenburg. Discover the home of German emperors and Prussian kings, exploring marble palaces, including Sanssouci Palace and the aristocratic mansion of the last German Kaiser.

There’s a lot to see in Alsace, so leave the itinerary to an expert with this private wine tour from Basel. Offering a half- or full-day trip with a personal touch, the experience is planned around you, but typically includes visits to a selection of family-owned wineries in the Alsace or Baden-Württemberg regions. You’ll learn about viticulture, have time for questions, and, of course, taste prestigious wine as you go.

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.

Gain insight into Munich’s dark past with a moving half-day tour of Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, including transport by train from Munich. Take a guided tour of the camp’s cells, barracks and gas chamber, learn about Dachau’s role as Germany’s first concentration camp and read prisoners' stories of the atrocities carried out under the Nazi regime. You’ll also have the opportunity to pay your respects at the poignant memorial site and watch an emotional documentary about the camp.

Add a bit of legend and enchantment to your German vacation with a full-day trip to the UNESCO-listed castles of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof from Munich. Relax for the scenic drive through the Bavarian Alps, then spend hours exploring both of the former royal residences. Conclude with free time in the charming village of Oberammergau.

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.

Easily reach the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site with this guided tour from Munich, which includes train travel. Walk the grounds of Dachau with a guide to teach you about the history and operations of the first Nazi concentration camp—established by Adolf Hitler and the Third Reich. Your guide details the brutal system of oppression at Dachau during World War II and the suffering experienced by its prisoners.

Explore Berlin's rich history and iconic landmarks on this full-day shore excursion from Warnemunde or Rostock Port. Visit must-see sites such as the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall, and Checkpoint Charlie, all while guided by an expert who shares fascinating stories about the city's past. With a comfortable bus ride and ample time to enjoy the sights, this tour ensures you return to your cruise ship with time to spare. - Comprehensive tour of Berlin’s highlights including Charlottenburg Palace and the Memorial to the Murdered Jews. - Professional local English-speaking guide to enhance your understanding of the city’s history. - Convenient pick-up and drop-off at your cruise ship port, ensuring a hassle-free experience. - Total tour duration of 11 to 12 hours, with approximately 5 hours of guided exploration in Berlin.

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.

Getting from Munich to Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest (Kehlsteinhaus) by public transport makes for a long day trip. Avoid stressing about connections or the hassle of arranging a rental car, and take this relaxing tour instead. Explore the Dokumentation Obersalzberg museum and Eagle's Nest at your expense, and stop at the alpine town of Berchtesgaden. A special bus and lift then take you up to the Kehlsteinhaus at an altitude of 1,834m where you will be rewarded with spectacular views. Note: The tour operates in all weather. If snow, ice, or fog blocks bus access, guests spend more time at the documentation center and Berchtesgaden.

Explore the food and famous sights of Salzburg on this day trip from Munich. Avoid the hassle of organizing car rental, and instead, enjoy a scenic train ride that showcases spectacular alpine views. Upon arrival in Salzburg, go on a food tour to try essential local bites—such as schnitzel, beer, and cakes. The guide also points out a variety of top sights—such as Mozart’s Birth House, and Salzburg Cathedral.

Raise a glass of Riesling on this small-group wine tour in Mainz. Leave the driving to someone else as you sample wines at a 1000-year-old Monastery, cruise past the impressive Johannisberg Palace, and enjoy a tutored tasting and lunch at RheinWeinWelt. Your guide, a trained wine expert, will be on hand to answer any questions.

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.

Make the most of your limited sightseeing time with a full-day shore excursion to Lubeck from Kiel Port. Enjoy shared transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, then leave the logistics to your guide as you tick off the best city sights. From St Mary's Basilica to its charming streets, see more than you would traveling alone, and enjoy plenty of free time throughout the tour. Returns to the port included afterwards.

Escape Frankfurt for a day—and immerse yourself in Germany’s top wine regions—on this luxurious, private tour. Depart in the morning from your local accommodation, and travel with your guide along the Rhine River. You'll enjoy an introduction to local varietals and winemaking traditions. You’ll also visit three highlight wineries, will take part in tastings and cellar tours, and will indulge in a cheese plate snack.

Take the stress out of visiting Salzburg and Hallstatt with a private day trip from Munich. Avoid the hassle of navigating unfamiliar roads while you relax in an air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the scenic Alpine views. Explore each stop at your own pace, focusing on what interests you most—from a boat ride on Lake Hallstatt (at your own expense) to wandering Salzburg's historic streets. It's the easiest way to see more in less time.

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 an action-packed day of adventures by opting for a Hanseatic Rostock and Warnemunde shore excursion. You won’t have to worry about figuring out public transport routes, as you’ll be picked up from the port upon arrival. A guide will take you on a walking tour of both Warnemunde and Rostock, so you can learn about their history, and see areas that can’t be accessed by car or bus. Walk past Warnemunde’s historic 18th-century houses, the Old Stream Canal, and explore Rostock’s scenic old town highlights.

Discover the treasures of southern Germany without having to rent a car or figure out the train system on a full-day tour of Heidelberg and Rothenburg from Frankfurt. Depart Frankfurt for a scenic journey to riverside Heidelberg to check out the ruins of Heidelberg Castle and other top attractions. Then travel along German Castle Road to the walled city of Rothenberg to admire beautifully preserved architecture.