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Best of Germany and Austria

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• Sightseeing tour
• Cultural, religious and historic sites
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• Booking Type Instant booking
• duration 13 days
• tour type Group Request as private
• age requirement 5-99 yrs
• max group size 48
• guiding method Fully guided
• Tour Code BM-21017

• Starts Frankfurt, Germany
• Ends Vienna, Austria
• Explore Berlin, Salzburg and Vienna with a Local Specialist
• Discover Frankfurt, Cologne, Rothenburg, Munich and Innsbruck
• Visit the Berlin TV Tower, Neuschwanstein Castle.
• View Cologne Cathedral, the Golden Roof in Innsbruck, Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg, Hofburg Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna
• See the Lorelei Rock, the Marienberg Fortress and the Prince-Bishops' residence in Würzburg and Melk Abbey
• Scenic Cruise along the Rhine River
• Day 1: Welcome to Frankfurt
• Day 2: Cruise in the Rhineland and on to Cologne Connect with Locals
• Day 3: Journey By High-Speed Train to Berlin
• Day 4: Uncover Berlins Secrets
• Day 5: Onwards to Rothenburg Stays With Stories
• Day 6: Off to Historic Munich Stays With Stories
• Day 7: Discover Munich
• Day 8: Admire Neuschwanstein Castle and on to Innsbruck
• Day 9: Explore Alpine Innsbruck
• Day 10: Venture to Salzburg
• Day 11: Through the Wachau Valley to Vienna
• Day 12: Hofburg Palace and More in Vienna
• Day 13: Farewell Vienna
• Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
• All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
• On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
• 1 Welcome Reception (WR)
• 12 Breakfast (B)
• 1 Lunch (L)
• 4 Dinner (D)
• Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
• An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
• All porterage and restaurant gratuities
• Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
• Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
• High-speed train from Cologne to Berlin
• Optional Experiences and free time
• Any international flights to Frankfurt and from Vienna are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
• Travel insurance is not included in this Best of Germany and Austria tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Best of Germany and Austria tour. You can cancel the tour up to 65 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 64 days of departure.

For any tour departures within 06 July 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 06 July 2024, a deposit of 200 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 64 days before trip departure.

Best of Germany and Austria tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

For this Best of Germany and Austria tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

• This tour has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travels’ stamp, which provides travellers with assurance that COVID-19 health and hygiene protocols have been adhered to.
• Small group version of this tour may be available, which limits the group size to generally 29 people.
• Groups traveling together will be seated together, and face coverings will be required where mandated, otherwise it is the choice of our guests if they wish to wear face coverings when traveling on the coach. Additionally, all surfaces will be disinfected multiple times per day, and due to our high performing air filters the air within the coach will be completely filtered and changed every 2-3 minutes
• This tour requires you to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days before your departure day. Children aged 5-15, who are unable to be vaccinated, will need to provide proof of a verifiable negative test result for COVID-19 taken within 72 hours of this trip departure.

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Modern cities, medieval towns and all the sights in between make this Best of Germany and Austria experience one you’ll remember. Beyond the beauty of the Rhine and Wachau, you’ll explore Vienna’s musical treasures, Alpine landscapes and the castle of a shy king.

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The trip lived up to expectations. One is never certain with these things. After an exhausting (and tense, because we didn't understand the languages) train trip to Berlin (not part of the tour) we were welcomed and tranferred to the hotel by a friendly lady. After little contact from Europamundo on day 1 it started in earnest on day 2. Informative local guides who did their best to impart much knowledge in a short time - it was hard to put into perspective but the free time afterwards rounded at least some of it out. We were fortunate having small groups from diverse countries some of whom we will remain in contact with. While we believed it would be the same group for the whole tour, many people were travelling different routes. Companion guides were good handling these complex groups. Drivers were excellent both on the highways and crazy busy cities like Paris. Well done Europamundo! We now understand that you travel much further an wider than we originally thought.

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Exploring the Alpine Countries

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Discover storybook castles and opulent palaces amidst stunning Alpine vistas as you explore Austria, Germany, and Switzerland. Visit Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna. Take a cruise along the legendary Danube. Stroll the quaint streets of Salzburg, the "City of Music." Spend two nights in the heart of the Black Forest. Visit Oberammergau, renowned for its 380-year tradition of producing a Passion Play every decade. Witness the beauty of Linderhof Palace and its perfect decorated gardens. From Vienna and the Black Forest to the Swiss Alps and Lucerne, explore the heart of Europe.

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• 5 Handpicked Accommodations
• 4 Choice on Tour Options

Included Highlights

• Schönbrunn Palace
• Classical Concert
• Danube Cruise

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10 Breakfasts

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Best time for travel exploring the alpine countries austria - germany - switzerland.

While just about any month is great to visit Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, there are a few prime times of the year for the Exploring the Alpine Countries tour. Here are some recommendations from our destination experts.

Spring: Fairly mild weather and fewer crowds make spring a great time to visit these countries.

Summer: Summer is a beautiful time of year to experience the region’s natural beauty and outdoor activities, even as popular sites and attractions draw crowds. It can get quite hot in the summer, so keep in mind there are very few hotels with air conditioning in the region. If the heat bothers you, you may prefer visiting in the spring or fall.

Fall: Fall is another great time to go on this tour. Although there are still a lot of crowds until mid-October, the weather is wonderful.

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Must-See Inclusions:

• Come to know Vienna and its incredible Schönbrunn Palace.

Discover the capital of the Bavaria region, Munich.

Spend two nights in the beautiful city of Salzburg.

Cultural Experiences:

Cruise along the legendary Danube River.

Enjoy a performance by opera singers and ballet dancers set to the music of Strauss, Mozart, and more, in Vienna.

Visit a woodcarving studio in the quaint village of Oberammergau.

Culinary Inclusions:

Savor a dinner of local Swiss specialties in Lucerne.

Dine on Black Forest Cake in the region it originated from.

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• Oberammergau
• Linderhof Palace
• Black Forest

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A captivating place in history awaits you today as you travel to the Eagle's Nest - Hitler's former private refuge, built as a teahouse for his 50th birthday. Upon reaching the town of Obersalzberg, you will board specially designed coaches for the adventurous and breathtaking ride along the steep rock walls and gorges which lead to the base of the Kehlstein. A large brass elevator will carry you up the final 365 feet into the Eagle's Nest. From here, you are sure to enjoy the spectacular views in every direction.

Enjoy the splendor of pure nature while gliding over a clear landscape in panoramic gondolas and spectacular cable cars. Ascend Pilatus via a unique excursion on the steepest railway of the world with a gradient of 48%. Upon arrival at the top, soak in the magnificent Alpine view from 7,000 feet above sea level. During leisure time at the summit, stroll the walkway for views from a different vantage point, or enjoy Swiss culinary delights on your own in one of the various restaurants (lunch is not included). Return back down the mountain by panoramic gondola for yet another bird’s eye view.

Come to know Vienna and its incredible Schönbrunn Palace.

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13 Day Germany and Austria Tour from Frankfurt to Vienna

13 days, 2 countries and 11 cities

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12 Breakfasts, 1 Welcome Reception, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners

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Modern cities, medieval towns and all the sights in between make this Best of Germany and Austria experience one you’ll remember. Beyond the beauty of the Rhine and Wachau, you’ll explore Vienna’s musical treasures, Alpine landscapes and the castle of a shy king.

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Sightseeing highlights.

Explore Berlin, Salzburg and Vienna with a Local Specialist

Discover Frankfurt, Cologne, Rothenburg, Munich and Innsbruck

Visit the Berlin TV Tower, Neuschwanstein Castle.

View Cologne Cathedral, the Golden Roof in Innsbruck, Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg, Hofburg Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna

See the Lorelei Rock, the Marienberg Fortress and the Prince-Bishops' residence in Würzburg and Melk Abbey

Scenic Cruise along the Rhine River

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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted

All porterage and restaurant gratuities

All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals

Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

High-speed train from Cologne to Berlin

Optional Experiences and free time

On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.

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Your tour directly supports local communities by visiting family-run businesses, UNESCO sites and places of cultural significance.

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Every part of our business, from trip design to how we run our offices, aligns to our 5-year sustainability strategy which ensures a positive impact on people, the planet and wildlife.

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Our not-for-profit, the TreadRight Foundation, invests in nature-based solutions to address climate change.

You’ll make a positive impact to people, planet and wildlife on this tour

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