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A Study of German Culture
A Study of German Culture
Get to know the Germany of old and new. This tour will provide the opportunity to see historic castles and monuments, the history, artistic, financial and industrial cultures of Germany as well as to enjoy the stunning scenery and national cuisine. This tour is a sample of what we can provide. Similar tours are available of Great Britain, Ireland, Hungary, Italy and Spain in particular. Contact us for more details.
SAMPLE DAILY ITINERARY BELOW
SOME OF THE TOUR’S SIGHTS.
Day 1 – Frankfurt Arrival
On arrival meet with your professional tour guide for the short journey to central Frankfurt and experience an introductory tour of some famous landmarks complete with a relaxing scenic river cruise up and down the river Main will provide you with the best views of Germany's most stunning skyline. The afternoon is free to relax and settle in. This evening perhaps attend the Opera where a backstage tour with an opportunity to meet the director is possible. Overnight stay in Frankfurt.
Day 2 – Frankfurt Ancient and Modern
After breakfast meet with the local guide for a guided tour of the Romerberg, the old town of Frankfurt. Tour Goethe’s Birthplace and see how one of Germany’s most famous authors spent his formative years. Then proceed to Frankfurt’s banking quarter and visit the Borse, Frankfurt’s Stock Exchange. In the afternoon depart for Rudesheim and a Rhine river cruise in the famous Lorelei region. Overnight stay in Frankfurt.
Day 3 – Frankfurt and Heidelberg
This morning take an excursion to Oberursel, one of Frankfurt’s affluent suburbs and visit Frankfurt International School. This afternoon leave Frankfurt behind and head for Heidelberg, Germany’s oldest university city, of “Student Prince” fame. On arrival get acquainted with the city on a locally guided introductory tour highlighting famous landmarks. See the Old Neckar Bridge, the Red Ox Inn, the Student’s Gaol and of course visit the imposing ruined castle which dominates the city. Tonight perhaps enjoy an open-air cultural performance at Heidelberg Castle. Overnight stay in Heidelberg.
Day 4 – Heidelberg and Stuttgart
Today enjoy a full day excursion to Stuttgart. Tour the Mercedes-Benz Museum and factory and view the production process from unassembled components to completed cars. Afterwards meet the American-German Volksmarch Club, a local walking club. Take a walk with them in the Baden-Wurttemberg countryside and enjoy a barbecue before returning to Heidelberg. Overnight stay in Heidelberg.
Day 5 – The Black Forest
This morning leave Heidelberg and head for the Black Forest. On arrival follow the local guide for a walking tour of Freiburg, capital of the Black Forest. The city’s most famous monument is its cathedral, a masterpiece of medieval architecture. In the afternoon maybe participate in one of Germany’s favourite past-times, Trimm Ditch. These are courses and footpaths set up in woods and forests for the purpose of keeping fit. Overnight stay in Freiburg.
Day 6 – The Black Forest
Today enjoy a tour of the German Clock Road, a 200 mile long road passing through some of the most beautiful scenery of the Black Forest and the Baar. Lined with fascinating museums and places of interest the road is famous as the area where traditional German cuckoo clocks are made. Overnight stay in Freiburg.
Day 7 – Munich
Today leave the Black Forest and depart for Munich, the capital of Bavaria. On arrival see the quaint and historic old town featuring the city’s most famous landmark, the Cathedral of Our Lady and also the vast Olympia Park, scene of the 1972 Olympic Games. Later visit the Naschmarkt, Munich’s market and then this evening enjoy dinner at Munich’s most famous Beer Hall, the Hofbrauhaus. Overnight stay in Munich.
Day 8 – Excursion to Dachau
Depart for a full day excursion to Dachau Concentration Camp where Nazi Germany’s first concentration camp was organised on the orders of Heinrich Himmler in 1933. This afternoon go to Mittenwald on the Austrian border where they have a 300-year history of violin making. Enjoy visits to the Geigenbaumuseum and to a Violinmaker’s Workshop before returning to Munich. Overnight stay in Munich.
Day 9 – Excursion to Garmisch-Partenkirchen
A full day excursion to the heart of Bavaria today. Pass through the stylish winter resort of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and the world famous town of Oberammergau where every 10 years the renowned Passion Plays take place. Afterwards continue onto the fairytale castles of mad King Ludwig II, Hohenschwangau and Neuschwanstein. Overnight stay in Munich.
Day 10 – Nuremberg
Today leave Munich and head north to the city of Nuremberg. Before the Second World War Nuremberg was one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Germany. As a typical German city it was chosen by the Nazi party for its huge annual rallies each September. This afternoon take a walking tour of the city with a local guide and in the evening perhaps enjoy a typical Nuremberg meal of Bratwurst. Overnight stay in Nuremberg.
Day 11 – Nuremberg – Dresden
This morning depart Nuremberg for Dresden. En route stop at the town of Meissen, famous for its porcelain. Enjoy a workshop demonstration and then have the opportunity to browse the museum at leisure. Afterwards continue to Dresden. On arrival discover the city with an introductory tour of some famous landmarks such as the famous Semper Opera House, the Palace of Saxony’s Electors and Kings and the Cathedral. Overnight stay in Dresden.
Day 12 – Dresden
This morning meet with some of the organisations in the Dresden area and go to the Umweltzentrum, a building where several voluntary associations meet to plan various projects such as humanitarian help, environment projects, etc. In the afternoon tour a Stollen Bakery. Overnight stay in Dresden.
Day 13 – Dresden – Berlin
Today take the train to Berlin and on arrival have the rest of the day to explore at leisure. Later tonight perhaps enjoy a show at one of the German Capital’s many theatres. Overnight stay in Berlin.
Day 14 – Berlin
Join a local guide today for a guided tour of the capital and visit the Brandenburg Gate. Tonight take a trip up the TV Tower and have dinner in the rotating restaurant there with spectacular views over the whole of Berlin. Overnight stay in Berlin.
Day 15 – Berlin
This morning enjoy a tour of Potsdam to include Sans-Souci Palace and The Cecilienhof Palace. Sans-Souci Palace was the summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia who chose this location to be away from the pomp and ceremony of the Berlin court. The name translates as "without concerns". World history was written at Cecilienhof Palace in the summer of 1945. Following the end of fighting in Europe, World War II’s three main Allies met here to discuss the continent's reorganisation and Germany's future. The results of this conference, officially known as the “Three Power Conference of Berlin,” were laid out in the Potsdam Agreement and the Potsdam Declaration. Tonight an authentic medieval banquet is arranged at a castle in the Charlottenburg district of Berlin. Overnight stay in Berlin.
Day 16 — Departure
An executive motor coach is provided for the transfer to Berlin International Airport.