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Skip lining up for a ticket for the Würzburg mini train, aka the “bimmelbahn,” and secure one of these popular tickets in advance, online. With your ticket in hand, simply hop aboard and give your legs a rest as you check off the city’s key sights. Ideal for time-pressed travelers, the tour offers audio commentary that covers several centuries of Würzburg history in less than an hour.

Learn about WWII and the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial during this small-group tour from Berlin. Travel by train and take a tour of the site, once one of the most pivotal concentration camps in Nazi Germany. Discover the camp’s history, see the barracks, infirmary, laboratory and cells, and listen to tales of courage and suffering sensitively told by your guide. Learn about the daily routines and fates of the 200,000 people imprisoned here between 1936 and 1945, and visit the intensely poignant site memorials.

Expand your knowledge of Nuremberg’s World War II history with a tour that visits the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds. Instead of visiting alone, exploring Nuremberg’s historical sites with a private guide means you can listen to stories about their history as you walk around. Places showcased on the tour include the Congress Hall, the Zeppelin Field, and Courtroom 600.

Discover the castle that inspired Disneyland's Sleeping Beauty Castle, without worrying about logistics, on this day trip from Munich to Neuschwanstein Castle. Travel by luxury coach and take in the scenery of Bavaria as you make your way to the castle. After exploring Neuschwanstein on a guided tour, head back to Munich, where you enjoy a short walking tour that includes the Christmas Markets and other city highlights.

Admire beautiful Cologne from the water on a sightseeing cruise along the Rhine River. Choose from a range of departure times and watch top Cologne attractions including twin-spired Cologne Cathedral, the Old Town and the Hohenzollern Bridge unfold as you cruise along the world-famous river. Buy drinks such as the much-loved local Koelsch beer from the bar, and hear about Cologne’s long and illustrious history while you sail. If you wish, choose to enjoy a longer, 2-hour evening cruise to see Cologne’s sights sparkling with lights along the riversides.

Few places do Christmas better than Munich—and this small-group tour offers the perfect way to explore its Christmas markets like a local, savoring seasonal treats and browsing charming merchant stalls. Learn about alpine Christmas traditions while visiting iconic attractions, including Marienplatz, Odeonsplatz, and the Residenz courtyard. End your evening at Theresienwiese, home to Munich’s largest and most unique Christmas market. This tour is run by a local, multi award-winning Munich company and lasts 3 to 4 hours.

Avoid the crowds and watch a Berlin sunset from the water on this scenic dinner cruise. No need to worry about obstructed views as each table is beside a window—which means city sightseeing while enjoying a 3-course dinner at the same time. During the cruise, see Berlin's skyline from a new vantage point and pass by notable landmarks such as the Reichstag building and the Berlin TV Tower.

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!

Learn about the rich history of Berlin from its foundation in the 13th century to the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Beer in hand, this guided walking tour—led by a local—will journey you through the sights, sounds, and sips of the diverse city. Expect beer tastings at various historic locations and lessons on the evolution of brewing in Germany.

This Nuremberg walking tour takes you to places bus tours can’t reach. As you follow a Nuremberg native guide between key landmarks, learn fascinating insights about the city’s history that you’d miss on solo explorations. The tour route passes Old Town Unpacked such as the Hauptmarkt, Nuremberg Castle, and the Albrecht Dürer House, with plenty of top photo opportunities along the way.

Take in the best bits of Munich Old Town by booking your place on this group electric bike tour. In the company of a local guide, pedal past top landmarks and learn about the city's history, from the times of kings and queens to the origins of the Nazi party and beyond. You even stop at an authentic Munich beer garden, where you can purchase authentic Bavarian beer. Explore backstreets and bustling avenues while learning about the culture and history of Bavaria’s capital.

Get to know the best of Munich on this guided bike tour. Learn the history of this popular city, along with fascinating stories and facts, while riding around its wide open parks, elegant plazas, meandering riverbanks and winding, medieval alleyways. This tour includes stops at gathering spots like Marienplatz, Königsplatz, the Odeonsplatz and much more. Ride through Englischer Garten, Europe’s largest city park and stop at the Chinese Tower beer garden for a beverage.

See the best of Europe’s undisputed capital of cool on a small-group bike tour of Berlin. As you follow your guide, cycle to iconic landmarks such as the Brandenburg Gate and Museum Island. Stop regularly to capture photographs and learn about the history of the Reichstag, the Berlin Wall, and the Holocaust. Travel at a leisurely pace and see more than you would on a walking tour.

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.

Find the yellow umbrellas, and you’ll know you’re in for an immersive tour of Hamburg and its history. Follow your guide across the city’s eras, from the center of the Hanseatic League to the Great Fire to the bombs of WWII. You’ll stop at all the iconic stops, including the UNESCO-designated Speicherstadt. Bring your camera for this one!

Give your legs a rest and discover Berlin from the water with this scenic sightseeing cruise through the eastern side of the city. The trip is a great way to check off views of lots of major landmarks—including the East Side Gallery, Berlin Cathedral, the Reichstag Building, and the Humboldt Forum. Also, to ensure you don’t miss any key sights, commentary is provided on board.

Explore Hamburg's Outer Alster Lake aboard a two-masted wooden sailboat and discover the appeal of old-style sailing as you glide past some of the city's sights. Use your time on deck to help set the sails, or leave the boat in the hands of your experienced captain and instead focus on the view: Hamburg City Hall and St. Michaelis Church are among the sights.

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.

Experience Bavaria's most iconic royal castles without the hassle of planning transport, parking, or tickets yourself. Travel through spectacular Alpine scenery from Munich before exploring Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau with the flexibility to join optional guided castle visits. With free time to enjoy the surrounding village and viewpoints, this is an effortless way to discover King Ludwig II's extraordinary legacy.

This experience offers a calmer, more thoughtful way to explore Neuschwanstein Castle—far from the pace of large tourist coach tours. With a maximum of just 10–12 guests per guide, the day feels personal, relaxed, and genuinely immersive. You’ll travel by scenic regional train rather than buses, turning the journey itself into part of the experience as your guide shares insight into Bavarian culture, countryside life, and the story of King Ludwig II. Your castle entry ticket is included and pre-booked, ensuring a smooth, stress-free visit with an entry time that fits naturally into the day’s flow. Instead of rushing from place to place, the tour prioritizes curated viewpoints, meaningful storytelling, and time to take in the landscape that inspired one of the world’s most famous castles. Designed for travelers who value depth over speed, this tour offers a premium small-group experience that feels more like exploring with a knowledgeable local than following a typical tour.

Taste your way around Hamburg on this small-group tour that blends sightseeing with delicious foodie stops. Led by an expert local guide, you'll visit the Portuguese Quarter and sample famous specialties including a Portuguese custard tart (pastel de nata), freshly roasted coffee, harbourside fish snacks, street food, treats from a historic candy shop, and schnaps tasted at one of Hamburg's oldest and most famous maritime restaurants—along with the famous Hamburg sailor's corned beef and a secret surprise dish. Along the way, enjoy lively stories from your guide and insider insights while discovering local flavors you might never think to try on your own.

Immerse yourself in Nuremberg’s World War II history—while saving hours of research time—with this small-group guided tour. Cover the key sites in just half a day, including the Hall of Honour, Nazi Party Rally Grounds, the Nuremberg Palace of Justice, and more, with a guide to provide background information and enriching commentary.

Get more out of your time in Dresden by venturing further afield and discovering interesting landmarks outside the city—including the Bastei Bridge rock formation, Pravcicka Gate, and the Tisa Walls in Czechia. Travel comfortably between sites in an air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the perk of having onboard Wi-Fi to keep you entertained. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, the trip also includes a traditional Czech lunch at a local restaurant.

Explore Adolf Hitler's famous Eagle's Nest on this guided group tour with round-trip bus transfers from Berchtesgaden. Hear the history of Obersalzberg and why the mountainside was so important to Hitler and the Third Reich, then travel to the Eagle's Nest for a guided tour. Enjoy free time to explore independently and opt to extend the tour, at no additional cost, to visit the Obersalzberg Documentation Center and bunkers.