Tour of the Heart of Germany
9 Days Starting and ending in Frankfurt, Germany
Visiting: Frankfurt, Cologne, Hannover, Goslar, Leipzig, Dresden, Munich
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2507901
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
36 - 72
Age range:
3-85
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an enchanting journey through the heart of Germany with Europamundo, starting in the vibrant city of Frankfurt. Experience the picturesque Rhine and Moselle Valleys, explore the fairy tale towns along the Brothers Grimm's Fairy Tale Route, and delve into the rich history of cities like Cologne, Dortmund, and Hanover. Discover the medieval charm of Goslar and the academic legacy of Gottingen, before visiting the historic sites of Eisenach and the cultural hub of Leipzig. Marvel at the architectural beauty of Dresden and the lively atmosphere of Bamberg, and reflect on history at Dachau. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the iconic Neuschwanstein Castle and the charming town of Rothenburg, before returning to Frankfurt with memories to last a lifetime.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Frankfurt
Location: Frankfurt
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
Day 2 : Frankfurt, Cruise On The Rhine, Cologne, Dortmund
Location: Cologne
Accommodation Name: hotel in Dortmund
Today, we’ll explore the Rhine and Moselle Valleys, two rivers full of history and dotted with charming villages. We´ll begin with a short cruise on the Rhine, between the villages of Rüdesheim and Sankt Goar, undoubtedly the most picturesque section of the river. Next, we’ll head to the Moselle River, stopping for lunch in Cochem, a picturesque village on the Rhine riverbank overlooked by its imposing castle, which dates back over a thousand years. Afterward, we’ll travel to Cologne, where you´ll have time to visit its impressive Gothic cathedral. Standing at 154 meters tall, it was the tallest building in the world until the late 19th century. You can also enjoy a walk along the Rhine River and through the lively city center before we continue to our hotel in Dortmund.Note: During fairs or congresses, accommodation may be in a nearby city.
Day 3 : Dortmund, Fairy Tale Route, Hannover
Location: Hannover
Accommodation Name: hotel in Hanover
Today, we’ll embark on a magical journey, reminiscing about our favorite childhood stories and movies as we travel through the towns that inspired the Brothers Grimm, now known as the Fairy Tale Route. Our first stop will be Trendelburg, a picturesque walled village where we’ll visit the large medieval castle and its famous Rapunzel Tower (admission included).We’ll continue along scenic roads, crossing forests that will remind us of the tale of Hansel and Gretel. We’ll stop for lunch in Höxter, a vibrant town where we’ll visit Corvey Abbey, an ancient 9th-century monastery and World Heritage Site (admission included). We’ll then stop in Polle to visit the ruins of Cinderella’s Castle (admission included). Our journey will continue to Hamelin, renowned for the tale of “The Pied Piper of Hamelin”. After following the mouse tracks, we’ll proceed to Hanover, where there will be time to take a stroll near the old town hall.Notes: -During fairs or conferences, accommodation may be arranged in a nearby city.-Corvey Abbey is closed from November to February.
Day 4 : Hannover, Goslar, Gottingen, Bad Sooden-Allendorf, Eisenach
Location: Goslar
Accommodation Name: hotel in Eisenach
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we’ll travel to Goslar, renowned for its magnificent medieval old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The town is famous for its half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets, and the majestic Church of St. Peter. At the height of its prosperity, Goslar was also a significant silver mining center, and the Rammelsberg Mines, which were in operation from the Middle Ages, have also been designated a World Heritage Site. We’ll include admission to the museum, where we’ll learn about the history of the mining activity. We’ll then head to Göttingen, a major university and scientific center, once home to the Grimm Brothers. You’ll have time to enjoy lunch and stroll through its historic center. In the afternoon, we’ll continue toward Thuringia, stopping in Bad Sooden, a beautifully preserved, picturesque spa town nestled in the mountains. Afterward, we’ll proceed to Eisenach, where we’ll take a walk through its stunning Baroque and Renaissance-style historic center, where you can find Bach’s birthplace, and Luther’s house.
Day 5 : Eisenach, Gotha, Erfurt, Leipzig
Location: Leipzig
Accommodation Name: hotel in Leipzig
Meals Included: Lunch
We’ll start the day by visiting the impressive Wartburg Castle (tickets included), a UNESCO World Heritage site where Martin Luther translated the New Testament into German. Afterward, in Eisenach, we’ll visit the Automobile Museum (admission included), located in the former main factory of East Germany´s automobile industry, where we’ll see a collection of vintage cars. You’ll then have some free time in the city to explore and enjoy lunch, and if you’re a music lover, you might want to visit the Bach House. Lunch will be included. Our journey will continue to Gotha, where we’ll admire its grand baroque palace (exterior visit) and charming historic town center. In Erfurt, the capital of Thuringia, we’ll discover a vibrant city featuring a magnificent cathedral and a medieval old town, including a beautiful bridge that has been inhabited for over 500 years.By late afternoon, we’ll arrive in Leipzig, one of Germany´s most historically and culturally rich cities. Home to famous composers like Bach and Wagner, Leipzig was also a major industrial center during the German Democratic Republic era and today has a population of over half a million.
Day 6 : Leipzig, Dresden, Bamberg, Nuremberg
Location: Dresden
Accommodation Name: hotel in Nuremberg
Leaving Leipzig, we’ll stop at the Monument to the Battle of the Nations, inaugurated in 1913 and standing 91 meters tall. This monument commemorates a famous battle during the Napoleonic Wars. We’ll then continue to Dresden, the capital of Saxony, renowned for its Baroque and Renaissance architecture, its palaces, and its beautiful riverside promenades along the Elbe River. Next, we’ll head to Bavaria, arriving in Bamberg, a stunning, lively city—don’t miss a stroll through its picturesque Little Venice. Our journey will then take us to Nuremberg, the second-largest city in Bavaria, with a rich history. We recommend visiting the site where Hitler’s Coliseum once stood.
Day 7 : Nuremberg, Kloster Weltenburg, Dachau, Munich
Location: Munich
Accommodation Name: hotel in Munich
Meals Included: Lunch
Today’s journey will be full of surprises. From Kelheim, we’ll board a boat for a short cruise along the Danube valley, passing through the Danube Gorge. Our first stop will be Kloster Weltenburg, a beautiful Benedictine monastery founded in 1040. Next, we’ll visit Dachau, where we’ll tour the Nazi concentration camp museum. After having lunch, we’ll continue to Munich, where we’ll visit the impressive BMW Welt, a modern multifunctional exhibition facility of the prestigious German vehicle brand BMW Group. We’ll also see the park that houses the Olympiastadion, an architectural marvel where the 1972 Olympic Games were held. After this, you’ll have free time in the historic center. You can stroll through Marienplatz, the heart of Munich, visit the picturesque Viktualienmarkt open-air market, relax in the Englischer Garten, or enjoy the traditional beer houses.Note: In winter or when Danube’s water level is too low, the cruise will not operate. In this case, this section of the circuit will be adapted so we can stop to visit Landshut. Kloster Wetelbug will also be closed in winter, but you will still be able to see it from the outside.
Day 8 : Munich, Fssen, Rothenburg, Frankfurt
Location: Frankfurt
Accommodation Name: hotel in Frankfurt
Amidst alpine summits and breathtaking scenery, we’ll travel to Füssen and the Neuschwanstein Castle. We’ll take a bus to Mary’s Bridge to admire the fantastic views of the gorge. From here, you can either return on foot or by horse carriage (not included). Continuing along our Romantic Road, we’ll head to Rothenburg, a picturesque walled city where we’ll visit the beautiful Christmas Museum (admission included). We’ll then head to Frankfurt, Germany’s financial capital.
Day 9 : Frankfurt
Location: Frankfurt
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
What's Included
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Transfer to hotel in Frankfurt
Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel in Frankfurt.
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Cruise on the Rhine
Enjoy a short cruise on the Rhine between the villages of Rudesheim and Sankt Goar.
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Admission to Rapunzel Tower
Visit the large medieval castle and its famous Rapunzel Tower in Trendelburg with admission included.
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Admission to Corvey Abbey
Visit Corvey Abbey, an ancient 9th-century monastery and World Heritage Site, with admission included.
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Admission to Cinderella's Castle
Visit the ruins of Cinderella’s Castle in Polle with admission included.
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Admission to Rammelsberg Mines Museum
Learn about the history of mining activity at the Rammelsberg Mines Museum in Goslar with admission included.
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Visit to Wartburg Castle
Visit the impressive Wartburg Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with tickets included.
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Visit to Automobile Museum
Visit the Automobile Museum in Eisenach with admission included.
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Visit to Christmas Museum
Visit the beautiful Christmas Museum in Rothenburg with admission included.
What's Not Included
Horse carriage ride at Neuschwanstein Castle
The horse carriage ride at Neuschwanstein Castle is not included.
Mode of Transport
Transportation details are not provided in the tour description.Accommodation
Accommodation details are not provided in the tour description.Check out our Q&As
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What can I expect on the first day of the tour in Frankfurt?
On the first day in Frankfurt, you will be transferred to your hotel and have some free time. In the afternoon, you can find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
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What activities are included on the second day of the tour?
On the second day, you will explore the Rhine and Moselle Valleys, starting with a short cruise on the Rhine between Rüdesheim and Sankt Goar. You will then visit Cochem for lunch and continue to Cologne to see its impressive Gothic cathedral before heading to Dortmund for the night.
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What is the Fairy Tale Route and what will we see there?
The Fairy Tale Route is a journey through towns that inspired the Brothers Grimm. You will visit Trendelburg to see the Rapunzel Tower, stop in Höxter to visit Corvey Abbey, and explore the ruins of Cinderella's Castle in Polle. The route also includes a visit to Hamelin, known for the tale of 'The Pied Piper of Hamelin'.
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What historical sites will we visit in Goslar?
In Goslar, you will visit its medieval old town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Rammelsberg Mines museum to learn about its history as a significant silver mining center.
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What can I expect to see in Leipzig?
In Leipzig, you will explore a city rich in history and culture, known for its association with famous composers like Bach and Wagner. It was also a major industrial center during the German Democratic Republic era.
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What is included in the visit to Munich?
In Munich, you will visit the BMW Welt, see the Olympiastadion, and have free time to explore the historic center, including Marienplatz, Viktualienmarkt, and the Englischer Garten.
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What is the highlight of the visit to Fussen?
In Fussen, you will visit the Neuschwanstein Castle and take a bus to Mary's Bridge for fantastic views of the gorge. You can return on foot or by horse carriage.
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