Grand Germany: Culture, Castles & Alpine Beauty
10-Day / 9-Night Package offered at $6,695 per person*
Discover the charm and cultural richness of southern Germany on this journey from Cologne to Munich. This itinerary offers a seamless balance of guided exploration and independent travel while blending historic cities, storybook landscapes, and immersive local experiences.
Begin in Cologne, where centuries of history meet vibrant local traditions, before setting out on a scenic self-drive through the romantic heart of Bavaria. Wander the medieval streets of Rothenburg ob der Tauber, take in the dramatic Alpine beauty of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, and experience the iconic Neuschwanstein Castle and Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak.
The journey concludes in Munich with Bavarian spirit, highlighted by an unforgettable day at Oktoberfest. With handpicked accommodations, private touring, and paced transfers throughout, this program delivers a sophisticated travel experience.
Package Pricing Includes
- Private airport transfer from Cologne CGN airport to Cologne city hotel
- 2 nights in Cologne, Legend Hotel, Legend Deluxe room, breakfast & VAT
- Private walking tour of Cologne (2 hours)
- Private Walking Tour (Kölsch Tour) – Beer, culture, and food (2.5 hours)
- 5-day rental car, Nissan Qashqai or similar (automatic with AC), full insurance coverage
- 2 nights Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Hotel Herrnschloesschen, Butterfly Deluxe room, breakfast & VAT
- Private Night Watchman walking tour (1 hour)
- 2 nights in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Hotel Staudacherhof, Superior Alpine room, breakfast & VAT
- Private Neuschwanstein Castle guided tour (1 hour)
- Self-guided Excursion to Zugspitze with tickets
- 3 nights in Munich, Cortiina Hotel, Cortiina Superior room, breakfast & VAT
- Shared Full day Oktoberfest Tour (7 hours)
- Private airport transfer from Munich hotel to Munich MUC airport
Itinerary Summary
DAY 1
Cologne: Arrive, airport transfer, hotel check-in
DAY 2
Cologne: AM city walking tour & PM Kölsch walking tour with beer and food tastings
DAY 3
Cologne/Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Pickup rental car, hotel check-in, Night Watchman walking tour
DAY 4
Rothenburg ob der Tauber: Day at leisure
DAY 5
Rothenburg ob der Tauber/Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Self-drive, hotel check-in
DAY 6
Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Self-drive Neuschwanstein tour & self-guided excursion to Zugspitze
DAY 7
Garmisch-Partenkirchen/Munich: Self-drive, drop off rental car, hotel check-in
DAY 8
Munich: Day at leisure
DAY 9
Munich: Full-day Oktoberfest Tour
DAY 10
Munich: Transfer, depart Munich MUC airport for flight home
