10 days from $2799*

Includes airfare, fuel surcharges, great hotels, transfers, many meals, touring and more!

Enchanting Germany

Discover Bavaria at its best on our 10-day Enchanting Germany tour.  Brimming with rich history and culture, fairy-tale castles, stunning natural landscapes, and beer gardens galore, this charming region in southern Germany offers a unique blend of cosmopolitan flair and rustic charm along with Alpine ambience and Mediterranean splendor.  Our tour includes the major Bavarian cities of Munich, Nuremburg, Augsburg, and Heidlberg, as well as many exciting stops in between.  Flights, transfers, great hotels in the heart of each city, many meals, and a comprehensive sightseeing tour program are also part of this amazing deal. But, hurry to reserve your space—this is a fantastic vacation package that you won’t want to miss!

Our Touring Program

Day 1: Depart USA. Your fascinating journey begins as you depart New York this evening on your overnight flight bound for Frankfurt, Germany.

Day 2: Arrive Frankfurt/Wiesbaden. Arrive at Frankfurt International Airport. You'll be met by your tour director who will escort you to your hotel in nearby Wiesbaden, a historical city famous for its thermal springs and spa. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to indulge in a spa treatment or to explore the city at your own pace. We recommend a leisurely stroll along the "Füßgangerzone," the city's main pedestrian walkway, which offers an abundance of shops, cafes, and restaurants.

Later this evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel and orientation meeting with your travel companions. Dorint Palace Hotel or similar (D)

Day 3: Heidelberg & Wiesbaden. After breakfast this morning, depart Wiesbaden for the charming university city of Heidelberg. Set at the banks of the Neckar River, Heidelberg is steeped in tradition and history that dates back to the 5th century. Today, you'll immerse yourself in Heidelberg's rich history on your included city tour. The highlight of the day is your guided tour of the Heidelberg Castle, a wonderful combination of Gothic and Renaissance architecture. 

Heidelberg is also home to one of Europe's oldest institutes of higher learning—the University of Heidelberg. Since its founding in 1386, the University has been a leader in scholarship, producing a lengthy list of eminent thinkers, including several Nobel Prize recipients. In addition to its notable alumni, Heidelberg also boasts Mark Twain as its most famous guest. It is even said that the city inspired Chapter 16 of Twain's masterpiece, Huckleberry Finn, thus ending his three-year-long bout with writer's block! Later today, return to Wiesbaden for overnight. (B)

Day 4: Würzburg & Nuremberg. Have your cameras ready as you set out this morning on the picturesque drive to Nuremberg, stopping en route at Würzburg, a historical city in the Franconian wine region. Although nearly all of Würzburg was destroyed during World War II, most of the city has been painstakingly restored. On today's city tour, you will visit some of Wüerzburg's most important sites, including the Würzburg Residence. This former residence of the Würzburg prince-bishops is one of the most important baroque palaces in Europe and a UNESCO's World Cultural Heritage site.

After your tour, continue to Nuremberg for check-in at your hotel. Maritim Hotel or similar (B).

Day 5: Nuremberg. Nuremberg, Bavaria's second largest city, offers a fascinating mix of quaint and cosmopolitan. Take it all in this morning on your sightseeing tour. You'll see the Palace of Justice, where the Nuremberg Trials took place, the Zeppelin Grounds, and the Court House before returning to the Altstadt (Old City), a medieval walled city with large pedestrian walkways.

In the Old City, conclude your tour with a visit to the Elizabeth and St. James Church and the Kaiserburg Castle, Nuremberg's most famous landmark. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure for independent exploration. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant (B,D).

Day 6: Rotenburg & Augsburg. This morning, travel via the scenic Romantic Road to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany's well-preserved "Jewel of the Middle Ages." Enjoy a city tour of the ramparts, city gates, town hall and Jakobskirche (church), which houses an altar by the famous wood-carver Tilmann Riemenschneider. Continue to Augsburg for check-in and dinner at your hotel. Dorint Hotel or similar (B, D)

Day 7: Augsburg, Oberammergau & Hohenschwangau. After breakfast this morning, enjoy an excursion thru Bavaria. Your first stop will be in Linderhof to visit the famous Palace and grounds. After lunch, continue to Oberammergau, world famous for its Passion Play and its exquisite wood carving tradition. Here, enjoy a special opportunity to visit the Passion Play Theater.

Continue to Hohenschwangau where your hotel is nestled near the castle of the same name. Built on the remains of the medieval fortress Schwanstein. A family of knights constructed the fortress in the 12th century. When Crown Prince Maximilian acquired the ruins of the fortress in 1832, he converted them into a fairy tale castlee as fantastic and picturesque as possible, with decorative towers and turrets, portals, balconies, pillars, and much more. Schlosshotel Lisl or similar (B)

Day 8: Hohenschwangau & Munich. Today, enjoy a visit to Schloss Neuschwanstein, considered by many to be the most splendid castle in Western Europe.  Commissioned for construction by King Ludwig II, Neuschwanstein served as part of Walt Disney’s inspiration for Cinderella’s Castle.  

Later today, arrive in Munich, Germany's third largest city and one of Europe's most important cultural centers. Your panoramic tour of Munich will showcase many of the city's must-see sites, including the Old Pinakotheken Art Museum, which houses an impressive collection of works by European Masters; the Hofbräuhaus, one of the most famous beer halls in the world; the elegant National Theater and Royal Palace; the Viktualien Market, a large open-air market with colorful stall; and Marienplatz, the central square and heart of the city. Marriott Hotel (B)

Day 9: Munich. Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Munich on your own. Your local guide will be happy to make suggestions for independent exploration. From Marienplatz, it's short walk to many of Munich's cultural attractions and shopping and dining venues. We recommend a viewing of the daily performance of the moving figures of the glockenspiel at Marienplatz and a stroll along the grandiose Maximilianstrasse, a boulevard lined with prominent museums, upscale boutiques, and the red-granite Maximilianeum, seat of the Bavarian Parliament. Before you leave, be sure to sample some of some of Munich's gastronomic delights, including white sausage, and of course, locally-brewed beer.

This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with your travel companions at a local restaurant. (B, D).

Day 10: Depart Germany/ Arrive USA. After breakfast this morning, bid auf Wiedersehen to Germany as you transfer to the airport for your return flight to the USA. (B)

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Enchanting Germany
Included Features

• Round trip flights from New York via scheduled carriers (other gateways available upon request) including fuel surcharges (flight schedule)

• All group transfers with assistance and porterage

• All intra-Germany ground transportation via luxury touring coach

•Superior First Class hotel accommodations with private bath

•13 meals including 9 buffet breakfasts and 4 dinners

• Comprehensive sightseeing tour program per itinerary

• Professional, English-speaking tour director throughout

  TourCode: d-000

Enchanting Germany Departures & Prices* Depart Return Book by Jan 7 After Jan 7 2009 DEPARTURES Apr 21 Apr 30 $2799 $3199 May 12 May 21 $2859 $3259 Jun 23 Jul 2 $3159 $3559 Aug 4 Aug 13 $3159 $3559 Sep 8 Sep 17 $2799 $3199 Sep 22 Oct 1 $2799 $3199 Oct 20 Oct 29 $2799 $3199

Tour prices are per person, double occupancy, including airfare. Prices in red reflect an early booking discount if you reserve by Jan. 7, 2009. * Prices do not include Additional Taxes, Fees & September 11th Security Fee for this tour of $119.

Taxes & Fees Service Price Additional Taxes, Fees & September 11 Security Fee +$119

Optionals & Upgrades Service Price Single Room Supplement +$459

Departure Airport: This tour departs from New York Kennedy International (JFK). Ask about availability and prices for connecting flights from other cities.

Travel Insurance: Our comprehensive policy is available for only $99-$159 per person (depending on total trip cost) and is recommended to protect your investment.

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No Compromise on Quality:: Despite our extraordinary prices, there are no compromises on our Enchanting Germany tours. You'll stay in Superior First Class, centrally located hotels that are noted for their amenities and service.

Included Features: Your group transfers are all included, not expensive extras as in other tours.

Credit Cards or Cash: You asked, and we listened! Whether you pay by check, money order or your favorite major credit card, your tour price on this tour is the same. No extra cost to charge your dream vacation to Germany. Credit Card Authorization Form.

Personal Service: Most important of all, the extra ingredient that makes our tours stand apart from others—the wonderful, personal attention you'll receive from our friendly staff in the USA and our representatives in Germany —is completely free of charge. Compare our Enchanting Germany program to others, feature for feature. You'll see for yourself that ours are the very best value for money you'll find anywhere.

Transfers: Transfers for this tour are provided on a group basis only. For land-only passengers or for passengers deviating in any way from the group program, transfers are not provided. Individual, private transfers can be arranged at a supplement in price. Taxis and other forms of transportation are also available and may cost less than private transfers. If you wish to arrange private transfers, please request this service at the time of reservation.

IMPORTANT TRAVELERS' NOTE: The amount of walking involved, often on uneven terrain, requires that you be in good physical condition to fully enjoy the trip. We strongly suggest that you consult your physician if you have any concerns regarding your ability to handle these conditions.

Important Note: If you are reserving this tour less than 60 days prior to departure, confirmation is subject to space availability. We will advise you within 48 hours if we can confirm your reservation. In the meantime, no credit cards will be debited for deposits or payments until we are able to confirm your reservations.

Waitlisting on Sold-Out Departures: If your preferred departure is sold out, you can place yourself on a waitlist by completing the online reservation form and submitting it to us. Just click on the "waitlist" button, complete the form and click "submit". In the comments box at the very bottom of the form, please write any notes regarding your request, especially any flexibility you might have in your dates of travel. This way, if your first choice doesn't clear, we can try for a second or third choice. We will make every effort to clear your space in a timely way so that you can join us on tour. You do not need to send any deposits for waitlists. When we clear your space, we'll contact you immediately by phone or email, and if you still wish to travel, we will arrange for deposits or payments at that time. We regret that we cannot accept waitlists beyond 35 days prior to departure. If you see "sold out" next to the dates you wish to reserve or waitlist, please note that this departure is now closed, including waitlist possibilities.

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TourCode: d-000