18 Apr 2027
Twin share
£3,995pp
Single from £4,935
Escorted tour
Best of Germany: Berlin to Munich – 12 Days
Berlin, Dresden, Rothenburg, the Rhine, Heidelberg, Neuschwanstein and Munich by coach with a tour director.
12 days
From £3,263
Tour overview
This 12-day escorted tour covers Germany's great cities, castles and landscapes, from the capital to the Bavarian Alps. You travel by comfortable coach with a tour director throughout and local experts in key places, and several days have a relaxed start. You stay eleven nights in central hotels, including two nights in a historic brewery inn inside the walls of Rothenburg ob der Tauber and two nights in Schwangau within sight of Neuschwanstein. Eleven breakfasts and four dinners are included, from a welcome dinner in Berlin to a dine-around in Rothenburg and a farewell dinner in Munich, plus a farm-to-table lunch with wine tasting on the Rhine.
In Berlin a local expert shows you the Kurfürstendamm, the Memorial Church, the Brandenburg Gate and remnants of the Wall. In Dresden you see the Frauenkirche, risen again from wartime ruins, and the city's baroque splendours. You stop in Weimar, city of Goethe and Schiller, on the way to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe, with time to walk its ramparts and cobbled lanes.
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In Frankfurt a local expert shows you the gabled Römerberg square before you settle in Mainz. A relaxing cruise along the Rhine passes steep vineyards, half-timbered villages and turreted castles, followed by a farm-to-table lunch with local wine. In Heidelberg you explore the old town and Germany's oldest university, before driving south to Schwangau in the foothills of the Alps.
A visit to King Ludwig II's fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle is followed by free time in Füssen. On the way to Munich you stop in Oberammergau, famous for its painted houses and Passion Play, and can visit the Dachau memorial. Your final day in Munich lets you join a walking tour or explore at leisure, before a farewell dinner.
The physical rating is low. This tour suits travellers who want to see the highlights of Germany in comfort, with memorable places to stay and every detail arranged. Two-night stays in most places and relaxed starts on several mornings keep the pace comfortable, and the hotels in Rothenburg and Schwangau put you right where you want to be.
Trip highlights
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Berlin with a local expert (Day 2)
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Dresden's Frauenkirche (Day 3)
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Two nights in medieval Rothenburg (Days 4–5)
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A Rhine cruise and farm-to-table lunch (Day 7)
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Heidelberg's old town (Day 8)
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Neuschwanstein Castle (Day 9)
Your route
14 stops from Berlin to Munich
- Berlin Days 1–2
- Dresden Day 3
- Weimar Day 4
- Rothenburg ob der Tauber Days 4–5
- Frankfurt am Main Day 6
- Mainz Days 6–7
- Bacharach Day 7
- Heidelberg Day 8
- Schwangau Days 8–9
- Neuschwanstein Castle Day 9
- Füssen Day 9
- Oberammergau Day 10
- Dachau Day 10
- Munich Days 10–12
Why choose this tour
Germany's highlights in one journey, from Berlin to the Alps. Characterful hotels in Rothenburg and Schwangau, with relaxed starts.
Best suited to
- First-time visitors to Germany
- History and castle lovers
- Couples and friends
- Travellers who prefer coach touring
Day-by-day itinerary
12 days from Berlin, Germany to Munich, Germany
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Day 1 · Berlin Welcome to Berlin
A free afternoon and a welcome dinner.
- Hotel
- Crowne Plaza Berlin City Center or similar
- Meals
- Dinner
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Day 2 · Brandenburg Gate, Kurfürstendamm Berlin
A guided tour of Berlin's highlights.
- Hotel
- Crowne Plaza Berlin City Center or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 3 · Dresden, Frauenkirche Dresden
Explore baroque Dresden with a local expert.
- Hotel
- Hilton Dresden or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 4 · Weimar, Rothenburg ob der Tauber Weimar to Rothenburg
Visit Weimar, then a dine-around in Rothenburg.
- Hotel
- Altes Brauhaus or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 5 · Rothenburg ob der Tauber Rothenburg
A guided stroll and time to walk the ramparts.
- Hotel
- Altes Brauhaus or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 6 · Frankfurt, Mainz Frankfurt to Mainz
See Frankfurt's landmarks, then Mainz.
- Hotel
- Hilton Mainz or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 7 · Rhine Gorge Rhine cruise
Cruise the Rhine and enjoy a farm-to-table lunch.
- Hotel
- Hilton Mainz or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 8 · Heidelberg, Schwangau Heidelberg to Schwangau
Explore Heidelberg, then travel to the Alps.
- Hotel
- Ameron Neuschwanstein or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 9 · Neuschwanstein Castle, Füssen Neuschwanstein and Füssen
Visit Neuschwanstein Castle and Füssen.
- Hotel
- Ameron Neuschwanstein or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 10 · Oberammergau, Dachau, Munich Oberammergau to Munich
Visit Oberammergau on the way to Munich.
- Hotel
- Munich Marriott or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 11 · Munich Munich
A walking tour or free time, then a farewell dinner.
- Hotel
- Munich Marriott or similar
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 12 · Munich Farewell Munich
The tour ends after breakfast.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Berlin (2 nights) Crowne Plaza Berlin City Center or similar
- Dresden (1 night) Hilton Dresden or similar
- Rothenburg ob der Tauber (2 nights) Altes Brauhaus or similar
- Mainz (2 nights) Hilton Mainz or similar
- Schwangau (2 nights) Ameron Neuschwanstein or similar
- Munich (2 nights) Munich Marriott or similar
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 11 nights in hotels
- Meals 11 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners
- Coach travel throughout
- Berlin, Dresden, Weimar, Rothenburg, Frankfurt and Heidelberg with local experts
- Rhine cruise
- Neuschwanstein Castle and Oberammergau
- Tour director throughout
Not included
- Flights to Berlin and from Munich
- Optional activities
- Meals not included 9 lunches and 7 dinners
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You want a small group — coach groups can reach 40
- You want a hiking holiday — walking is gentle
- You want all meals included — many are free to choose
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
Meals by day
Breakfast: Days 2–12 · Lunch: Day 7 · Dinner: Days 1, 4, 8 and 11
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for Germany
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Departures & prices
From £3,263 per person, twin share, tour only. 24 upcoming departures. Single travellers from £4,153 (single supplement from £850).
02 May 2027
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£3,925pp
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£3,950pp
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£3,983pp
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13 Jun 2027
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£3,695pp
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27 Jun 2027
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£3,925pp
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04 Jul 2027
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£3,263pp
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11 Jul 2027
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18 Jul 2027
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£3,263pp
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25 Jul 2027
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01 Aug 2027
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£3,950pp
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08 Aug 2027
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£3,950pp
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15 Aug 2027
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£3,308pp
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22 Aug 2027
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£3,675pp
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29 Aug 2027
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£3,675pp
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12 Sept 2027
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£3,925pp
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19 Sept 2027
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£3,995pp
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26 Sept 2027
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£3,983pp
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03 Oct 2027
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£3,995pp
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10 Oct 2027
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£3,950pp
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Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
Is Neuschwanstein included?
Yes, subject to the availability of entry slots.
Is there a Rhine cruise?
Yes, a relaxing cruise past vineyards and castles on Day 7.
Which meals are included?
Eleven breakfasts, four dinners and a farm-to-table lunch.
How much walking is there?
Moderate walking on city tours, with a steep path at Neuschwanstein.
How big is the coach group?
Up to 40 travellers, with a tour director.
Do I need a visa?
UK visitors do not need a visa for Germany for a short holiday stay.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
4.7 on Trustpilot
Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary