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Prepare to be transported back in time as you learn about the significance of Johannes Gutenberg on this private tour. Beginning at the Gutenberg Museum, one of the oldest printing museums in the world, you will unravel the fascinating history of books as you see an original Gutenberg bible from the 1450s. The tour also includes a visit to the Kirschgarten in Old Mainz, famous for its half-timbered houses.

Sitting at the confluence of two rivers, the Rhine and the Düssel, Dusseldorf has nearly 1,000 years of human history to discover. On this tour, you’ll follow your guide through the Düsseldorfer Altstadt, or Old Town, exploring the “longest bar in the world.” You’ll take in its 300+ bars and discotheques, the gorgeous Marktplatz, incredible architecture, and more.

Explore the charming city of Bonn, Beethoven’s birthplace, on this 2-hour guided culinary and cultural tour. Discover the historical significance of Beethoven while savoring delightful local flavors. Stroll through the picturesque old town, where music fills the air, and stop at Bonn's oldest café for a taste of traditional cakes and coffee. Enjoy a modern lunch at a trendy fusion pie shop, showcasing Bonn's contemporary culinary scene. This tour beautifully intertwines history, music, and gastronomy, ensuring every moment is rich with stories and flavours. Visiting Cologne? Take our Cologne Food and Kolsch Tasting Walking Tour and add-on this Bonn experience, or vice versa. Get in touch for a discount! - 2-hour guided tour in Beethoven’s hometown of Bonn - Visit Beethoven's birthplace and learn about his legacy - Taste handmade cakes at Bonn’s oldest café - Enjoy a modern lunch at a local fusion pie shop - Jump out of the old town and get a taste of the picturesque streets of Bonn

Discover one of the Rhine’s grandest fortresses—and enjoy a seamless way to explore—on this private tour of the Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. Pick from multiple daily tour times and meet your guide at the landmark, part of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site. Get up close and personal with its highlights, learn all about its history, and enjoy panoramic views overlooking Koblenz below.

A PRIVATE tour of 2 hrs. for individuals and groups (up to 15 persons ) in language NL/DE/EN. We meet each other at the starting point Elisen Brunnen at. 10.30 or 14.30. Aachen has an attractive city center with important historic buildings as the Dom Cathedral ( Unesco heritage site ) and Rathaus ( Town Hall ). Both monuments tell visitors the story of Charlemagne / Charles the Great, the famous emperor of western Europe around 800. During the tour we will focus on Charlemagne, but also mention the story of the Aachen industrial revolution and the big university RWTH. We start of course with the rich history of Aachen as 'Bad der Koningen'( thermal baths ). During the tour we taste Aachener 'Printen', the traditional regional specialty. Starting time at 11.00 AM or 14.00 PM ( but flexible ). Similar tour also possible in Liege Belgium , Heerlen or Maastricht.( just ask ).

Take a walking tour of Cologne’s hip Ehrenfeld neighborhood and explore its world-class display of street art. Your guide will take you through the neighborhood for around two hours, showing you a wide range of works, both legal and illegal, while discussing the backgrounds of the artists and the techniques and meaning behind each piece. This tour provides a memorable way to get to know one of Cologne’s distinctive neighborhoods.

Altbier taverns, a leaning basilica and the longest bar in the world — Düsseldorf's old town knows how to entertain. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Düsseldorf on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Trace the Kuhna-Mauer and its layers of city history • Look up at the twisted spire of the Basilika St. Lambertus • Find the Tritonenbrunnen, the sea-god fountain of the Altstadt Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. The longest bar in the world can wait two hours. Probably.

Explore the historic city of Worms at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour featuring audio stories and interactive quizzes. This engaging experience allows you to uncover the rich history of Martin Luther and significant landmarks such as Worms Cathedral and the Old Jewish Cemetery. Navigate easily with a smart map and enjoy a fun learning journey, whether solo or with friends. Perfect for history buffs and casual explorers alike, this tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours over a distance of 1 km. - 10 intriguing stops including Luther's Gate and Trinity Church - Flexible timing: embark on your tour daily at your convenience - Engaging audio stories and quizzes to enhance your learning - Ideal for solo adventurers or groups, with multiplayer options available

A hilltop castle, a sculpture-dotted park and a running joke that the city doesn't exist — Bielefeld is very real, and very playable. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Bielefeld on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Wander the Alter Markt and its gabled merchant houses • Roam the Skulpturenpark, open-air art beneath the castle hill • Climb to the Sparrenburg, the fortress above the rooftops Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Proof at last: Bielefeld exists — the leaderboard will confirm it.

Discover Soest your way with Ciceru’s self-guided walking tour—audio and text in 7 languages, right on your phone. No app, no hassle—just press play and explore! Start at St. Pauli Kirche and continue to St. Petri Kirche, then admire the historic Rathaus. Wander through Soester Marktplatz and visit Am Vreithof with the impressive St. Patroclus Dom. Pass through the iconic Osthofen Gate before reaching the serene St. Maria zur Höhe and St. Maria zur Wiese. End your adventure at the intriguing Herr von Myra. Experience hidden stories, fascinating architecture, and the vibrant atmosphere of Soest. Perfect for travelers of all ages, this tour blends discovery, challenge, and fun. Solve riddles, learn historical facts, and enjoy a unique way to explore the city. While the tour can be done anytime, we recommend visiting from 10am to 4pm to ensure all sites are accessible.

You’re looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You’ll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city. With this activity, you will be guided through the 11 following locations: Königsallee, Schauspielhaus, Ratinger Tor, St. Lambertus Church, Schlossturm, Schneider Wibbel Gasse, Heine House, Town Hall, Pegeluhr, Rhine Tower, and the Gehry Buildings. Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible. This activity is ideal for families or travelers who want to explore on their own. Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to a fun mission, multiple quizzes, as well as city guides about each monument. So, are you ready to explore Düsseldorf?

Did you know that, according to legend, the devil attacked the city of Aachen not once, but twice?! Or that the French stole the Charlemagne statue? If you've never heard these stories, don't wait; book this self-guided audio tour now to discover dozens of fun facts about Aachen! Follow the route and listen to each audio commentary in your earphones. You can even answer quizzes to test your knowledge about the city! With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the following locations: With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the following locations: Marschiertor, Theater, Elisenbrunnen, Cathedral, Puppenbrunnen, Town Hall & Granus Tower, Charlemagne Statue & Market Square, as well as Ponttor. With this activity, you'll get access to a 40-minute-long audio commentary. Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to your self-guided audio tour.

Take part in the first exclusive E-Bike tour of Cologne! Cycle in small groups of 10 people on comfortable e-bikes and see the highlights of the city in just 3.5 hours! North to South and East to West: This e-bike tour shows you the many faces of the metropolis on the Rhine. You start your discovery in the authentic Eigelstein and Agnes Neighborhoods, cross over the Rhine, and enjoy fantastic views of the city center, and the impressive Cathedral, about which your guide shares many interesting stories with you. You slowly make your way through the narrow alleys of the Old Town, via the Old Market and the Hey Market, until you reach the Rheinau Harbor - one of the most interesting urban developments in Cologne. From here it is not far to the Südstadt, with its unique urban flair, until you reach the extended parks of the "Greenbelt" and make your way back. You are accompanied by trained guides who share stories about history, architecture, culture, lifestyle, and much more.

Taste your way around Dusseldorf on a lively pub crawl that takes care of the legwork for you. Visit four exciting venues in one night, enjoy a free shot at each stop, and uncover spots you might miss on your own. With your local guide handling the route and timing, you're free to focus on the drinks, culture, and atmosphere. The night wraps up with a final club stop—perfect for dancing into the early hours.

UNIQUE NIGHT GUIDED TOUR IN COLOGNE: THE IDEAL MIX OF ENTERTAINMENT & KNOWLEDGE Your special night experience on the weekend! You can expect an atmospheric and really extraordinary nightly torch tour with the legendary Till of Cologne: When the sun goes down and sinks in the Rhine, the nocturnal Cologne awakens to new life and shows its other side for the guests of the TILL NIGHT GUIDANCE. In the magic of the night, reinforced by the moonshine, sometimes forgotten history and people come to life. The legendary TILL takes you on nocturnal paths through winding streets and hidden corners of the city. You wander with him through past centuries from Colonia to Kölle back to today's Cologne. TILL will illuminate your path with his torch, so you can see hidden and undiscovered even in the dark.

Prepare for a magical experience as you wander through the winter wonderland that is Cologne's Christmas Market. Join me for a delightful expedition down cobbled lanes adorned with twinkling lights and seasonal decorations. • See Cologne through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Uncover the fascinating history behind the cherished customs that make Cologne's Christmas Markets uniquely captivating. • Relish in seasonal delights that define the local holiday culinary scene. • Benefit from the intimacy of a small group experience, capped at just 8 travelers. • Maximize your time and enjoyment with the help of a knowledgeable local guide.

Save hours of time spent walking—and see a side to Cologne that most travelers miss—on this bike tour through the city’s coolest street art hotspots. With just a guide and small group of like-minded travelers for company, cruise past colorful murals, famous sculptures, and local artists' haunts—including Ehrenfeld, one of the biggest parks in the city. Along the way, learn insider tips and stories you won’t find in guidebooks.

Dusseldorf becomes the crime scene in this self-guided detective game, where the clues are hidden in plain sight in the streets around you. The case is the murder of Balthasar, and the evidence is scattered across the old centre - past Deutsche Oper am Rhein, Johanneskirche, Dreischeibenhaus and Ratinger Tor. You decode messages, photograph what does not add up and press digital witnesses whose stories never quite line up. Every puzzle you crack removes a name from the list of suspects. Play as a couple, bring the children along, or send two or three teams out at the same time and turn the investigation into a race - which is what makes this murder mystery game work as well for a team outing as for a day out. The last answer is waiting somewhere in the centre of Dusseldorf.

Get more of sightseeing around Cologne on a group tour led by an enthusiastic guide. Visit iconic landmarks like Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Garden, delving into the history and cultural significance of each. Meet your guide in the city center, and journey together through ancient Roman gates and medieval streets with plenty of time to stop and ask questions.

Discover Cologne’s Jewish heritage with a walking tour that delves into the city’s storied past. With four tailored tours to choose from, you will learn about the tragic events of World War II, visit historic landmarks like the Roonstrasse Synagogue, and pay your respects at various Holocaust memorials. Your bilingual guide’s narration will bring history to life, with plenty of time for questions.

Explore the timeless charm of Aachen, a city where history, culture, and hidden treasures come alive. From the majestic Aachen Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to the impressive medieval gates of Ponttor and Marschiertor, every corner of the city tells a story of its rich past. We will wander through the charming streets of the Old Town, marvel at the remnants of Roman history at the Römisches Portikus, and experience the therapeutic powers of the thermal springs at the iconic Elisenbrunnen. Whether you're an avid historian, an architecture enthusiast, or simply seeking unique experiences, Aachen offers something for everyone. Join me for an unforgettable journey through one of Germany’s most fascinating cities, where every step unveils a new tale waiting to be discovered. Of course the tour can be customized according to your needs.

Bookable direct @ Grape Escapes Germany Germany has been in the wine game since the Romans first planted vines along the steep slate slopes of the Mosel. Take a Grape Escape to the magical world of Riesling. Taste a mix of globally acclaimed and boutique family managed vineyards with heart and soul, showing great examples of how German wine traditions produce some of the best-respected Mosel wines in the world. During personal tastings there will be many opportunities to swirl, sniff and slurp RIESLING ( the star of the show ) in all its glory and variations from bone DRY to late harvest Riesling coming from the different soils of blue, red and grey quartzite slate. We might even find some special German Pinot Spätburgunder and cracking Sparkling along the way. I believe in open minds and open wines. It can be that more thirsty winelovers will want to join. More the merrier! Please state if you prefer your tour private. an additional fee maybe required based on seasonal demand.

Get away from the crowds and experience the majesty of Drachenburg Castle—on your own private tour. Sitting less than 45 minutes from Cologne, your personal guide will handle all transport, taking you from scenes of half-timbered houses to the Drachenfels forests and into the majestic castle itself, overlooking the Rhine Valley. Once inside Drachenburg, you’ll see the splendor isn’t limited to the natural views.

Saint Stephan’s Church (Stephanskirche) is one of the most memorable landmarks in Mainz and is renowned for its late Gothic architecture and magnificent Chagall windows. With this private tour, explore inside the church, admire the stained-glass windows designed by artist Marc Chagall, and hear the stories behind their design and conception.