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Welcome to Insider Journeys! For over 25 years we’ve been helping travellers like you create unique experiences and stories that will last a lifetime. Explore Germany your way with our independent travel collection. Whether you want to explore culture on a trip to one of Germany’s buzzling cities like Berlin, Hamburg or Munich, discover ancient castles, go for activity like trekking, skiing or biking, taste the delicious german cuisine, uncover the traditional way of life of the locals or do all of the above – our selection of private itineraries will give you a real insight into this amazing destination. All our experiences are designed with flexibility in mind by our Germany experts. If you can’t find exactly what you’re looking for, we will tailor-make an itinerary to suit your exact requirements. Let us help you discover Germany as an insider.

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CONTENT Why Travel With Insider Journeys…. Country Facts Germany Highlights

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TOURS Highlights of Germany German Castles & History Romantic Road The German Alpin Road The World of German Cars Northern Germany Southern Germany Eastern Germany Fascination Black Forest Christmas Tradition in Germany Route of Industrial Heritage

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WHY TRAVEL WITH INSIDER JOURNEYS… At Insider Journeys we make it easy to holiday anywhere in the world. Our private travel collection lets you experience each country as an insider with the flexibility to explore at your own pace. Whether it’s getting up early to beat the crowds, staying longer to watch that amazing sunset or spending time chatting with a local, it is this level of flexibility that makes

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We know that to truly experience a country, you need to wander off the tourist trail occasionally. Our collection of private itineraries will provide you with experiences that a guidebook alone simply cannot offer. Whether you’re travelling with your partner, family, a group of friends or solo, connecting you with your destination’s heart is what we do best. Let us help you experience the country you visit as an insider!

PRIVATE ITINERARIES Each of our unique, private itineraries are designed by our team of passionate travel experts. Every itinerary includes the must-see highlights and genuine experiences. From the moment your trip begins, our private itineraries provide a seamless travel experience. Our tour programs will sometimes take you off the tourist trail while ensuring you don’t miss any of the essential places. With plenty of free time and the services of knowledgeable local guides in each destination, you’ll really feel like an insider.

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the experience we had in Bhutan and Nepal. We’ve never seen anything like that before and this was easily the best holiday of our lives! Mark & Kristin, Melbourne, Australia

OFF THE BEATEN PATH An unforgettable experience starts with the unexpected. We’ll make sure you see the most popular highlights of our destinations... but then we’ll show you the places you wouldn’t find on your own, and each country is full of these hidden treasures. From conversations with local families, feasting in street food stalls, and shopping in hidden local markets, we’ll make sure you go home with amazing memories.

It is impossible to choose one highlight as we enjoyed everything so much. This was our fourth tour with Insider Journeys and we will have no hesitation in recommending the company to all our family and friends. Anne & Bruce, New Zealand

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SAFE AND RELIABLE For more than 25 years, Insider Journeys has been safely and reliably sharing the beauty of the world with travellers. We are the only Tour Operator with our own offices in several countries throughout Asia for example. Our local partners live and work in the destinations we serve, bringing you the perfect combination of local authenticity while still providing the high level of service and support you expect.

Your local guides are one of the most important elements of your trip. They are the people you see the most, the person who answers your questions, the person who helps to shape your impression of a destination. In recognition of this important relationship, our guides are truly passionate, local experts who are carefully selected and trained to look out for you, to share the history and knowledge that only a local can provide, and to expect the unexpected. Many of our guides have worked with us for years, and feel like a part of our family, just as they will soon feel like a part of yours.

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BESPOKE ACCOMMODATION A quality hotel is an essential element of an enjoyable holiday. We offer an extensive range of accommodation options and experiences, so you can customise your vacation. Our hotels have been handpicked for charm, comfort, location and to provide you with an insight into the region. From the forts and palaces to beach resorts, we have accommodation options to suit all tastes and budgets.

INDEPENDENCE AND FLEXIBILITY An ideal tour is a balance of activity and relaxation. We know sometimes you want to explore on your own, eat on your own, or relax on your own. We can include moments of leisure without any scheduled activities, where you have the freedom to be spontaneous, to choose your own meals, to choose your own experiences, and to enjoy your holiday as you see fit.

Our guides were really good at making the history of India come alive. You could tell that they obviously love their country, and this comes across. We would definitely use Insider Journeys again. Henry & Lisa, Wellington, New Zealand

GETTING AROUND We don’t do ‘bus tours’… we do Small Group Journeys. Whether it’s a tuktuk, jeep safari, or bullet train, you’ll get a local experience when it provides the best sightseeing or transport opportunity. Otherwise, road journeys are in our comfortable air-conditioned vehicles. We keep it small and never use large coaches.

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TAILOR-MADE FOR YOU You can use our Small Group Journey itineraries as inspiration, or you can create your own completely customised holiday. Either way, you will get a tailor-made holiday where you take control of your experience and we create a holiday exactly the way you want.

I just returned from Sri Lanka and wished to say how much I enjoyed this trip! It was the first time I had used Insider Journeys and I was very impressed with the level of organisation, quality of the hotels, tour guides, vans, cyclos, etc. It was a truly memorable 12 days and thank you to the Insider Journeys team for organising it. Debbie, Wagga Wagga, Australia

For guests who prefer to travel with others, we offer our popular Small SMALL Group Journeys. We limit these groups GROUP to a maximum of 16 people (and JOURNEYS only 12 in Japan) so you can enjoy a personalised, authentic experience. Smaller groups ensure more time with your local expert, more time to make new friends, less time waiting, and more time for you to enjoy the amazing destinations throughout your journey. Whether you’re gathering your family for a reunion, your friends for a dream PRIVATE wedding, or your co-workers for a GROUPS rewards trip, let us design the perfect custom itinerary for your group’s needs. Large groups come with large expectations, and our dedicated Groups department specializes in these unique requirements. We offer advice and support at all times, so you have peace of mind that we are here for your group.

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GERMANY Fairytale castles like Neuschwanstein, Oktoberfest with its famous beer tradition, the Black Forest with its iconic clocks, fascinating cities like Berlin, Munich or Dresden – these are just a few highlights of Germany known all around the world! Plenty of architectural highlights, mind-blowing museums, historic monuments, the traditional cuisine, medevil towns as well as buzzling metropoles only wait to be discovered! Besides the wide variety of cultural possibilities Germany has to offer, the country is blessed with a range of awe-inspiring landscapes:

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From breath-taking coastal trails in the north to snowy mountain peaks in the south, as well as enchanting lakes and lush forests – it’s a paradise for those looking for active holidays, as well as for the relaxation-seeking traveller. High standards of hospitality services, as well as transport links make it easy to get around.

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THE MAJOR CITIES Being the capital of Germany, Berlin is the largest city with more 3.6 million inhabitants. The city offers a huge range of historical monuments, like the Brandenburger Tor. Munich is considered an olympia and sports city. Economically it is one of the fastest growing cities in Europe and also one of the most important financial centres in Germany. The Port of Hamburg functions as a gateway to the world with its largest ports in Europe. Other landmarks of this second biggest german city are the Speicherstadt and the internationally known Elbphilharmonie.

COUNTRY Germany is a populous country with more than 83 million people living in an area of 357,581 square kilometres. It is located in the heart of Europe and borders nine countries. Germany accommodates diverse landscapes, cities and villages, two seas, plenty of mountains, rivers and lakes. Germany is one of the most important industrialized countries in the world. Among the four cities with millions of inhabitants are Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and Cologne.

PEOPLE WEATHER Germany has a temperate climate. In the North summers are pleasantly warm and winters not too cold. Further south and east, the temperature differences between the seasons are sometimes significantly greater. From June to September, Germany is at its warmest, with monthly average temperatures of 21 to 25 degrees. The lowest temperatures are measured in January. Most rainy days are found in winter, but even in summer there can be frequent showers.

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THE ALPS As the largest and highest mountain range in Europe, the Alps stretch for over 1,200 kilometres through a whole seven states. The German part of the Alps lies exclusively in Bavaria. The alpine highlands offer plenty of different opportunities for leisure and vacation.

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BAVARIA Bavaria is mainly known for its beautiful nature, beer gardens and its capital Munich with the annual Oktoberfest. It is very diverse and has something for everyone: Wellness in a spa hotel, hiking or skiing in the Alps or simply a city trip to Munich or Nuremberg.

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CASTLES & PALACES Some 25,000 castles, palaces and mansion houses bear witness to Germany’s history: from splendid, perfectly preserved landmarks to ruined reminders of former glory. Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam and Neuschwanstein are probably the most known internationally.

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CULTURE Germany is characterized by its poets and thinkers. If you want to follow in the footsteps of Goethe or Thomas Mann, you can embark on a literary journey. Germany is also home to plenty of architectural gems, museums and outstanding art treasures spanning the centuries.the vibrant city indulges all

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Germany offers numerous places where you can recharge your batteries for every-day life: Idyllic beaches at the sea, lush forests, spectacular mountains, evergreen meadows, stunning lakes and mighty rivers entice visitors to enjoy a variety of activities. w

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RIVERS The network of rivers in Germany is quite dense. The majestic tranquillity of the Rhine, Germany’s longest river, can be experienced in many ways: With impressive sweeping views in the vineyards or beach feeling on the wide sandbanks along some sections of the river.

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Day 01 – Frankfurt

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Arrival in Frankfurt and private transfer to the hotel. Frankfurt is a city of contrasts, where tradition and the modern are nestled side by side in colourful harmony. Little wonder that Frankfurt is called “Mainhattan” with its skyscrapers of all shapes and sizes. Get to know the city’s highlights during a guided city tour. Overnight in Frankfurt.

Today you will drive to Berlin, the city where the 20th century began and ended. Shaking off its heavy past, today Berlin is fastchanging, lively and fun. Look forward to exploring Berlin’s numerous history-rich sights, such as the BrandenburgGate, the rebuilt Reichstag, the boulevard Unter den Linden or the Museum Island on an orientational city tour.

Day 02 – Cologne

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A 13-day tour covering the most famous German regions and destinations. Look forward to seeing unique landscapes, listening to different dialects and getting to know an almost unlimited variety of local dishes. Travel comfortably by train from city to city and enjoy the beautiful scenery during the journey.

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After breakfast depart for Cologne. Cologne is addictive. Anyone who has ever lived in the cathedral city never wants to leave again. Get to know the city during a guided motorized city tour. Pass by what remains of the roman and mediaeval city wall, get an impression of how large the provincial capital Colonia was and how the city has spread out since the end of the 19th century. Get fascinated by the view of Cologne’s majestic Cathedral from the banks of the Rhine in the borough of Deutz, one of the world’s most attractive city panoramas. Overnight in Cologne.

Day 03 – Hamburg In the morning continue to Hamburg. With its maritime charm, Hamburg is one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. The “Gateway to the World” has a lot to offer: Jungfernstieg, Binnenalster and Außenalster, Reeperbahn, as well as the world famous “Speicherstadt”. You will get to know Hamburg’s most important sights during a guided city tour upon arrival. Overnight in Hamburg.

Day 05 – Berlin The morning will be dedicated to Berlin during World War II, when the city was seat of the Nazi leaders. See the Reichstag, the Bendlerblock, the former site of the offices and what became of the buildings of Goering, Goebbels, Himmler and Hitler himself and the site of his bunker where he died. The tour will finish at the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. Overnight in Berlin.

Day 06 – Leipzig Today your journey continues to Leipzig. Leipzig has been a trade city since a long time and it is a place where tradition rubs shoulders with zeitgeist; during its long history, the Saxon metropolis has earned more than a few claims to fame: as a city of music, of commerce, as the site of the Peaceful Revolution, as Little Paris and the Venice of the North. Look forward to getting to know this wonderful destination during a guided city walk. Overnight in Leipzig.

Day 07 – Dresden After breakfast onward journey to Dresden. Dresden has a long history as the royal

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residence for the Electors and Kings of Saxony, who for centuries furnished the city with cultural and artistic splendour. Look forward to getting to know this “jewel box” with its baroque and rococo inner city, Katholische Hofkirche, Semper Oper and Frauenkirche and many other sights during a guided city tour. Overnight in Dresden.

Day 08 – Nuremberg In the morning continue to Nuremberg. Discover the harmonious interplay of historic buildings and modern architecture during a walk through the beautiful old town and learn all about city’s culinary uniqueness during a specially-themed tour. You will not just hear what is special about the city’s bratwurst and gingerbread, you will also sample all these Nuremberg specialties. Overnight in Nuremberg.

Day 09 – Nuremberg & Munich Take your time to explore more of Nuremberg in the morning. Feel “live history” at the Imperial Castle, Nuremberg’s grand landmark. Or visit the Former Nazi Party Rally Ground and Courtroom 600 to learn more about the “Nuremberg Rallies”, the “Nuremberg Laws” and the “Nuremberg Trials” which link the city’s name up to the present to the period of the Nazi rule. In the afternoon continuation to Munich. Overnight in Munich.

Day 10 – Munich Munich is the gate to the Bavarian Alps, home to the popular soccer club FC Bayern München and worldwide

known for the Oktoberfest. You will get to know this fascinating city during a guided city walk. See Marienplatz square, Frauenkirche (Church of our Lady), Munich’s famous Residence and the food market Viktualienmarkt. Overnight in Munich.

Day 11 – Stuttgart Your journey continues today to Stuttgart. The leading economic area of Stuttgart ranks high among Germany’s ten major cities. This is due to the economic strength and its high level of life quality. Also, Stuttgart is linked to world famous car brands – Porsche and Mercedes Benz. Look forward to explore a vibrant and creative city. Do not omit to taste the regional cuisine, world famous for the Spätzle noodles. Overnight in Stuttgart.

Day 12 – Heidelberg After breakfast continue to Heidelberg. The name of Heidelberg stands for the world-famous castle and a picturesque old town in breathtakingly beautiful surroundings. The city of Heidelberg is known for Germany’s oldest university and modern research facilities, for historic streets and a lively university atmosphere. Upon arrival visit of the castle and tour around the old town, including sights, such as Alte Brücke, Karlsplatz or Hotel zum Ritter with its beautiful Renaissance façade. Overnight in Heidelberg.

Day 13 – Departure Private transfer to Frankfurt Airport and end of tour.

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Day 01 – Berlin Arrival to Berlin airport and transfer to your hotel. Free time to relax and to get a first impression of Berlin on your own. Overnight in Berlin.

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Immerse yourselves into Germany’s history from the middle age to the modern era. Get fascinated by Germany’s ancient, but well-kept castles. Get to know different German regions and their immense variety of German food. Your guides are locals, who will entertain you with insider stories you can’t find in any history book!

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Today is dedicated to Berlin as the upcoming metropolis of contrasts. Visit historical places, such as the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag, before you learn more about the cultural Berlin during a visit of the unique Museum Island. Stroll along the political Berlin around Pariser Platz and Tiergarten, dive into Berlin’s history as “the divided city” at Checkpoint Charlie, get to know the new Berlin at Potsdamer Platz and see the young Berlin featured at Hackescher Markt. Overnight in Berlin.

Day 03 – Potsdam After breakfast drive to Potsdam, famous for its great historical and cultural legacy. Immerse yourself in Potsdam’s history, feel the cultural diversity, the Italian flair and the influence of French culture. Magnificent palaces, romantic gardens and historic squares will tell of the past. In the afternoon visit of world-famous Sanssouci Palace, built by Frederick the Great as his summer residence. Overnight in Berlin.

Day 04 – Dresden In the morning travel to Dresden, also called “Florence on River Elbe” and one of the most charming German destinations. The city has a long history as the royal residence for the Electors and Kings of Saxony, who for centuries furnished it with cultural and

artistic splendour. Afternoon at leisure to explore Dresden on your own. Overnight in Dresden.

Day 05 – Dresden Discover more of Dresden during a private guided city tour, focusing on the city’s eventful history. End the tour at the reconstructed Frauenkirche, a symbol of reconciliation and peace in the world. Overnight in Dresden.

Day 06 – Eisenach Today the tour continues to Eisenach. Enjoy a guided tour including the Bach Museum, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Monument, Luther House, St George’s Church and visit to Wartburg Castle, where Martin Luther translated the New Testament from the original Greek texts into German. Overnight in Eisenach.

Day 07 – Heidelberg After breakfast onward journey to Heidelberg. The name of Heidelberg stands for the world-famous castle and a picturesque old town in breathtakingly beautiful surroundings. The city of Heidelberg is known for both: for Germany’s oldest university and modern research facilities, for historic streets and a lively university atmosphere. Overnight in Heidelberg.

Day 08 – Heidelberg Guided tour of Heidelberg’s historic town center and the castle, which houses the largest wooden barrel in the world and the German Pharmacy Museum. Overnight in Heidelberg.

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Day 09 – Nuremberg In the morning you continue to Nuremberg, a real lively and urban place. Discover the harmonious interplay of historic buildings and modern architecture during a walk through the most beautiful old town and indulge yourselves by tasting famous Nuremberg bratwurst and gingerbread. Overnight in Nuremberg.

Day 10 – Nuremberg In the morning you will learn all about Nuremberg’s dark history during a guided tour of the Former Nazi Party Rally Ground. You will hear about the “Nuremberg Rallies”, the “Nuremberg Laws” and the “Nuremberg Trials” which link the city’s name up to the present to the period of the Nazi rule. In the afternoon continuation to Munich, known as the gate to the Bavarian Alps, home to the popular soccer club FC Bayern München and world-famous for the Oktoberfest. Overnight in Munich.

Day 11 – Munich Get to know Munich during a grand circle sightseeing bus tour. Discover this magnificent city while driving by the most interesting locations, such as the Pinakotheks, the Olympic Stadium or BMW World and look forward to a visit of famous Nymphenburg Palace. Then you will move on to the heart of the city to discover the historic center, including the food market Viktualienmmarkt, St. Peter Church, Marienplatz square and the New Town Hall. Overnight in Munich.

Day 12 – Neuschwanstein Castle & Linderhof Palace Look forward to a real highlight of the tour: to a visit of Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace.Neuschwanstein Castle, erected on a rugged hill against a backdrop of picturesque mountain scenery, was prompted by the idea of rebuilding an existing ruin “in the authentic style of the old German knights’ castles”, as King Ludwig II wrote in a letter to Richard Wagner. Linderhof Palace, the smallest of the three palaces built by King Ludwig II, set up in French rococo style, is the only one which he lived to see completed. Overnight in Munich.

Day 13 – Departure After breakfast private transfer to Munich Airport and end of tour.

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Day 01 – Würzburg Arrive to Frankfurt Airport and take a drive to Würzburg. Würzburg is known for its Baroque and Rococo style buildings, especially for the 18th century Residence, with magnificent rooms, a large fresco by the Venetian artist Tiepolo and a richly decorated staircase, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1981. With its numerous wine taverns, wine cellars and wineries Würzburg is the heart of the Franconian wine region. Remainder of day at leisure. Overnight in Würzburg.

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Experience nature, art and culinary delights on Germany’s oldest holiday route. Enjoy its relaxed spirit on 460-kilometers from the Main River to the Alps. Get impressed by the unique scenery and let our knowledgeable guides introduce you to the German culture from the past to the present time.

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Today is fully dedicated to beautiful Würzburg. In the morning enjoy a guided stroll through the old town, leading to numerous sights: start with the stunning view from the Alte Mainbrücke to the fortress, to the famous “Käppele” and the surrounding vineyards and move on e.g., with the Gothic Marienkapelle with the sandstone figures of Tilman Riemenschneider, the Falkenhaus with its magnificent rococo facade, the historic town hall, the Romanesque Kilian’s Cathedral or the Neumünster with the Lusam garden. Afterwards guided visit of the famous Würzburg Residence. Overnight in Würzburg.

Day 03 – Bad Mergentheim – Weikersheim – Creglingen – Rothenburg After breakfast continue your journey along the Romantic Road, via the stunning towns of Bad Mergentheim, Weikersheim and Creglingen to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the most famous and most beautiful towns in Germany. Look forward to a very

special tour in the evening: accompany the Rothenburg Night Watchman on his entertaining and informative rounds through the darkness. Follow him through dark alleyways and across dimly lit squares and enjoy the special mood of the town at night. Listen to his stories and find out how the people lived in the Middle Ages – a wonderful finale for your evening in Rothenburg. Overnight in Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

Day 04 – Dinkelsbühl – Nördlingen – Augsburg Time in the morning to explore more of Rothenburg. After lunch drive via Dinkelsbühl and Nördlingen to Augsburg. All three towns are unique: With its stately church buildings, magnificent merchant houses and rich half-timbered architecture, Dinkelsbühl is one of the best preserved late medieval towns in Germany. Nördlingen is the only city in Germany with a completely preserved and all-around walkable city wall. Augsburg is one of the oldest German cities. Overnight in Augsburg.

Day 05 – Augsburg The day starts with a guided city tour of Augsburg. In the old town you will see buildings of different style periods, such as medieval guild houses, the Cathedral of the Visitation of the Virgin Mary from the 11th century or the Basilica of St. Ulrich and Afra with its onion tower. Look forward to learn more about the Augsburg City Hall with its Golden Hall, which dates back from the Renaissance. The Fugger Houses, which served as the residence of the wealthy

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Fugger merchant family, and the Fuggerei, a social settlement dating from the 16th century. Remainder of day at leisure. Overnight in Augsburg.

Day 06 – Füssen In the morning onward journey to Füssen, known as the romantic soul of Bavaria. Situated directly at the foot of Neuschwanstein Castle at an altitude of 800-1.200 meter, Füssen is also Bavaria’s highest town. Its late medieval town center with the High Castle and the St. Mang Monastery houses numerous art treasures and architectural monuments from the almost 2000-year history. Enjoy the region’s stunning landscape in the afternoon during light guided hiking tour to the worldfamous castles of Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau. Please make sure to have solid shoes for this trip! Overnight in Füssen.

Day 07 – Munich The morning is free to explore the stunning region on your own. In the early afternoon departure for Munich. The King wanted to turn Munich into “a town which does such credit to Germany that no man can say he knows Europe unless he has seen Munich”. To make this dream come true King Ludwig II, as well as his predecessors and his successors, were all gripped by a passion to build. They all created monumental buildings, magnificent squares and boulevards, and so created one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Remainder of day at leisure to explore Munich on your own. Overnight in Munich.

Day 08 – Munich There is no better way to discover Munich than on foot. Today we will take you on an informative and entertaining walk through the city and fill you in on Munich’s colorful history and culture. During an easy-paced walking tour you will get to know all the key attractions and historical sites and you will hear the most famous and funny stories as well as lesser-known intriguing facts on Munich. During the tour you will see famous sights, such as Marienplatz with new town hall and its Glockenspiel, the old town hall, Frauenkirche (church of our lady), Odeons square with Feldherrnhalle and Theatinerkirche, Ludwigstrasse and the Siegestor, as well as Munich’s famous Residence and the Opera House or the colourful food market Viktualienmarkt. Free time for enjoy Munich’s countless shopping opportunities. Overnight in Munich.

Day 09 – Departure After breakfast departue from Munich Airport.

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Day 01 – Lindau Arrival to Munich Airport and scenic drive to Lindau, the small island in Lake Constance. Guided walk of Lindau in the afternoon. Learn why the lighthouse has a clock, what the colorful painting on the city’s Old Town Hall symbolizes or what exotic trees grow here. Overnight in Lindau.

Day 02 – Lake Constance In the morning boat ride from Lindau to Friedrichshafen, followed by a guided visit of

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the Zeppelin museum, the birthplace of the Zeppelin airship. The museum houses the world’s largest aviation collection and it is the only museum in Germany that combines technology and art. Overnight in Lindau.

Day 03 – Füssen Today you will drive along the German Alpine Road from Lindau to Garmisch Partenkirchen with stops en route to visit world famous Neuschwanstein Castle and Linderhof Palace. Overnight in Garmisch Partenkirchen.

Day 04 – Oberammergau

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Drive along the German part of the Alps, the highest high mountain region in Europe. Learn everything about Bavarian cheese making Get to know the worldfamous Bavarian Royal Castles and take a day tour to the Mozart City located in Austria and named a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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After breakfast depart for Oberammergau, world-wide known for the Passion Play, for its woodcarvers and woodcarvings and the houses decorated with Lüftl paintings. In the afternoon guided tour at Ettal Abbey, a Benedictine monastery founded in 1330. With a community of more than 50 monks the Abbey is one of the largest Benedictine houses and a major attraction of the region. Overnight in Garmisch Partenkirchen.

Day 05 – Lake Tegernsee In the morning travel to the beautiful mountain village of Kreuth and visit the natural cheese dairy TegernseerLand. Here experienced dairy masters process the fine hay milk to high-quality products. In the maturing rooms the finished cheeses are carefully maintained, lubricated by hand and get exactly the time they need to develop their full flavor and perfect consistency. Get to know how all this works during a guided tour and do not omit tasting different types of cheese. Then continue to Lake Tegernsee for a short lake cruise if your time allows (on own, not incl). Overnight in Berchtesgaden.

Day 06 – Salzburg Today depart for a full day trip to Salzburg. It is a playful easiness that makes Salzburg so unmistakable: the silhouette of fortress, the cathedral and church towers of the charming baroque town on the northern edge of the Alps. So beautiful that it has long been a UNESCO world heritage site. A guided walk will take you from Mirabell Garden via Getreidegasse Street to Mozart’s birth place, the University square, St. Peter Church and the cathedral and will end at Mozart square. Overnight in Berchtesgaden.

Day 07 – Departure After breakfast self-drive to Munich Airport, drop off rental car and departure home.

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Day 01 – Munich Arrival to Munich Airport. Self-drive tour. Brief guided Munich orientation tour, followed by a guided BMW tour. Visit the home base of the famous BMW group and experience how individual luxury cars are prduced with precision. Get impressed of the architecture of the BMW World building and visit the BMW Museum, presenting more than 90 years of BMW heritage. Overnight stay in Munich.

Day 02 – Ingolstadt After breakfast drive to Ingolstadt, where AUDI group is based. Experience the Audi Forum and the production flow of an Audi car. Visit the factory and the Audi museum, called “museum mobile” where you will learn important facts about the car company’s history. Overnight stay in Munich.

Day 03 – Munich Today you will experience driving a BMW on your own on the BMW training ground. This will definitely be one of your trip’s highlights! The afternoon is at leisure to discover Munich. Visit famous sights, such as Marienplatz square, Frauenkirche (Church of the Lady), Munich’s famous Residence Palace or the colourful food market Viktualienmarkt. Overnight stay in Munich.

Day 04 – Stuttgart Continue to Stuttgart, another highlight of the tour as Mercedes Benz as well as the Porsche Group are based here. Visit the Mercedes Museum where more than 120 years of innovative automobile history is displayed. Get fascinated by the first automobiles in the world, built by Karl Benz and Gottlieb Daimler and see the milestones which make up the myth of Mercedes. Finally,

you will visit the Mercedes Benz factory and will learn a lot about the changes of the car development. Overnight stay in Stuttgart.

Day 05 – Stuttgart The morning is dedicated to another worldfamous German luxury car brand – Porsche. Visit of the Porsche Museum and see around 80 of the legendary cars as well as different exhibition pieces from the company’s history. The afternoon is at leisure to explore the beautiful city of Stuttgart with all its famous sights, such as the television tower, the new castle, the Staatsgalerie, the indoor food market “Markthalle” and many more. Have dinner in a typical local restaurant and spoil yourself with Swabian delicacies. Overnight stay in Stuttgart.

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period between the mid-18th century and early 20th century the oak boats with the brown sails were the only means of transport in the marsh-wet land north-east of the city of Bremen. Overnight in Bremen.

Day 03 – Bremerhaven

Day 01 – Bremen

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Arrival to Hamburg Airport and private transfer to Bremen. Bremen is known for its role in shipping, which is given evidence by the Hanseatic buildings on the market square. Models of Orlog ships hang from the ceiling of the historic city hall, located in the magnificent Gothic Town Hall building with a Renaissance facade. Nearby stands Bremen’s Roland, a huge stone statue and symbol of freedom of trade. Enjoy a half day city tour, showing the city’s rich Hanseatic heritage and its cosmopolitan culture. Overnight in Bremen.

Day 02 – Bremen The morning is free to explore Bremen on your own. Meet your private guide after lunch for a tour to the artist colony of Worpswede. The small town is situated northeast of Bremen, in the legendary Devil Moores and has been home to a lively artistic community since the end of the 19th century, with over 130 artists and craftsmen working there. After exploring Wopswede, go for a ride on a peat tub on River Hamme, which indeed is a unique experience! In the

In the morning travel to Bremerhaven, which is a port city on the North Sea coast. It is well known for the German Maritime Museum, whose collection includes the “Bremer Kogge,” a restored ship from the Middle Ages and the German Emigration Center, opened in 1852 and departure point for approximately 1.2 million emigrants to the New World by 1890. Look forward to learn more about the seaside city during a guided walking tour. Overnight in Bremen.

Day 04 – Hamburg After breakfast continue to Hamburg. With its maritime charm, Hamburg is one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. The “Gateway to the World” has a lot to offer: Jungfernstieg, Binnenalster and Außenalster, Reeperbahn, as well as the world famous “Speicherstadt”. During a guided city tour you will learn all about the city’s rise and fall throughout its rich history. Overnight in Hamburg.

Day 05 – Hamburg Day at leisure to explore Hamburg on your own and to enjoy the city’s extensive shopping opportunities. In the evening one of the tour’s highlights is waiting for you: the original Beatles Tour. On August 17, 1960,

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the Beatles’ Hamburg career started in the infamous Indra Music Club. It was here where the foundation for the greatest music careers of all times has been laid. Discover the world of St. Pauli in the early 60s, a wild scenery of seamen, barmaids, female mud-wrestlers and rockers and learn how the story of the Fab Four began. Your guide is a singer-songwriter herself, a Beatles fan since her early childhood and regarded as one of the most profound Beatles experts. Look forward to listen to her performances of Beatles’ songs, accompanied on her small ukulele. Overnight in Hamburg.

Day 06 – Lübeck & Wismar Today you will continue to Wismar, with a stop including a guided tour in Lübeck. Lübeck was once the ‘Queen” of the Hanseatic League’ and is nowadays a modern city surrounded by historic walls. In 1987 the UNESCO has declared the intact ensemble of churches, merchants’ houses, warehouses and small narrow alleys of the Old Town part of the world’s cultural heritage. Overnight in Wismar.

Day 07 – Wismar Day at leisure to explore Wismar on your own. Situated in the historical region of Mecklenburg the hanseatic city of Wismar was founded in the late 12th or early 13th century. It is a typical representative of the Hanseatic League city with its city-wide Brick Gothic structures and iconic gabled patrician houses and has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2002. Overnight in Wismar.

Day 08 – Rostock After breakfast onward journey for Rostock. Upon arrival guided tour of Rostock. Learn about the city’s 800 years of history and find out what’s new. See the magnificent town hall on the market square surrounded by historic houses and the venerable Alma Mater, founded in 1419, on the lively University Square with its beautiful buildings and works of art. In the afternoon you will experience Rostock’s maritime flair during a harbour tour, passing the site of the former Neptun shipyard, the site of the former aircraft factories of Ernst Heinkel, the Rostock overseas port, the shipyards in Warnemünde and during the season, the large passenger ships in Warnemünde. Overnight in Wismar.

Day 09 – Departure In the morning private transfer to Berlin Airport and end of tour.

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Day 01 – Heidelberg Arrival to Frankfurt Airport and private transfer to Heidelberg. The name of Heidelberg stands for the world-famous castle and a picturesque old town in breathtaking surroundings. The city is known for Germany’s oldest university and modern research facilities, for historic streets and a lively university atmosphere. Explore Heidelberg during a guided city walk in the afternoon. Overnight in Heidelberg.

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Day 02 – Palatinate Region The Palatinate is one of Germany’s famous wine growing regions, which you will get to know today. Look forward to seeing stunning Schwetzingen Castle and the town of Edenkoben. Stroll through “Theresienstrasse”, a lovely street with small shops and wineries at Rhodt unter Rietburg and have free time in the beautiful town of Deidesheim. Continuation to Baden Baden at the end of the day. Overnight in Baden Baden.

Day 03 – Baden Baden The morning is at leisure to explore Baden Baden, world-wide known for its thermal baths. Afternoon tour to Strasbourg. The Alsatian capital is a young and dynamic city, with a world-renowned historical heritage. The Old Town Island is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to all sights that make the city famous: the Cathedral, Haus Kammerzell, “Petite France” or the Covered Bridges. Guided city tour of Strasbourg. Overnight in Baden Baden.

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In the morning travel to Freiburg. Freiburg Minster, “Bächle” (small streams), delicacies and excellent wine paired with sustainability – this is what the sunny Black Forest metropolis stands for. Feel the special atmosphere of the pleasant and laid-back Baden way of life combined with the flair of an international university city during a guided tour. Remaining day at leisure. Overnight in Freiburg.

Day 05 – Black Forest The Black Forest girl with the typical traditional hat, the “Bollenhut”, the Black forest house, the Black Forest cherry cake, Black Forest ham or the Cuckoo Clock are all symbols of the Black Forest, which is for sure one of the most beautiful areas in Germany. Explore the region today during a full day guided tour. Overnight in Freiburg.

Day 06 – Lindau After breakfast continue to Lindau, the small island in Lake Constance offering spectacular views of the Alps. Why does the lighthouse have a clock and what does the colorful painting on the city’s Old Town Hall symbolize? What exotic trees grow here? Learn all about it during a guided city walk in the afternoon. Overnight in Lindau.

Day 07 – Lake Constance The name of Lake Contance´s third-largest island Mainau is associated with stunning flowers. Today you will explore this unique Mediterranean oasis, which is owned by the aristocratic Bernadotte family still living in the castle on the island. In the

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evening a certified sommelier will share his comprehensive knowledge with you during a private wine tasting. Overnight in Lindau.

city’s status as cultural centre of southern Germany in the Middle Ages. Travel to Passau in the late afternoon. Overnight in Passau.

Day 08 – Nuremberg

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Continuation to Nuremberg in the morning. Many historical sights determine the image of Nuremberg’s old town: the Kaiserburg and the large city churches of St. Sebald, St. Lorenz and the Frauenkirche. Picturesque backdrops are provided by the Henkersteg and the Weinstadel, the Albrecht Dürer House and the Heilig-Geist-Spital on the banks of river Pegnitz. The remainder of day at leisure to explore Nuremberg on your own. Overnight in Nuremberg.

Discover Passau in the morning. Experience history and enjoy the special atmosphere during a guided tour through narrow alleys and to charming plazas. Reliesh a unique journey back in time through 2000 years of history at the location where the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz meet. High above the old town of Passau is one of the largest fortress complexes of Europe – the Veste Oberhaus. Accessible via the exterior walls, you will explore this remarkable site in the afternoon. Never conquered, never completely destroyed, Veste Oberhaus is a prime example of long-term historical construction. Overnight in Passau.

Day 09 – Nuremberg Get to know more of Nuremberg during a guided city walk in the morning. Dive into the impressive history of a town that was once a Free Imperial City and enjoy the amenities of a lively urban place that has more to offer than just a castle and gingerbread. Discover how harmonious the interplay of historic buildings and modern architecture can be on a walk through the Old Town. Enjoy the culinary delights of a city with a century-long beer, sausage and gingerbread tradition. Overnight in Nuremberg.

Day 10 – Regensburg – Passau Morning drive to Regensburg. Brief stop for a guided city walk. According to Sir Norman Foster the city of Regensburg is one of the most beautiful cities of the world. Its medieval centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2006 and a testimony of the

Day 12 – Departure After breakfast private transfer to Munich Airport and end of tour.

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Day 01 – Berlin Arrival to Berlin Airport and private transfer to the booked hotel. Free time to relax and to get a first impression of Berlin on your own. Overnight in Berlin.

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Go on a 13-days tour to explore Eastern Germany extensively. See world-famous destinations such as Berlin and Dresden, as well as hidden treasures like Erfurt or Görlitz. Get fascinated by the extraordinary and unforgettable landscapes of Saxon Switzerland. Experience the endless variety of Eastern Germany’s architecture.

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Day 03 – Magdeburg After breakfast onward journey to Magdeburg. Look forward to getting to know the diversity of the over 1,200-year-old metropolis on the Elbe, whose namesakes are Emperor Otto the Great and natural scientist Otto von Guericke. The city’s land mark is the Gothic cathedral, Otto the Great’s the burial church. Overnight in Magdeburg.

Day 04 – Dessau – Leipzig Today you will continue your trip to Leipzig with a stop in Dessau. Dessau is the city most closely associated with the Bauhaus. The school of design founded by Walter Gropius in Weimar in 1919 was active for the longest period of time, and here it experienced its heyday from 1925 to 1932. All three directors of the Bauhaus – Walter Gropius,

Hannes Meyer und Ludwig Mies van der Rohe – left their mark on the Bauhaus Dessau, which was included to the UNESCO natural and cultural heritage sites in 1996. In the late afternoon onward drive to Leipzig. Overnight in Leipzig.

Day 05 – Leipzig During its long history Leipzig has earned many claims to fame: as a city of commerce, as the site of the Peaceful Revolution, as Little Paris and the Venice of the North and especially as a city of music. And this is what the today’s guided tour will focus on: Leipzig as a city of music. Hear about: • Johann Sebastian Bach, the choirmaster of the world-famous boys’ choir of St. Thomas Church • Georg Philipp Telemann, who achieved success as a composer in Leipzig • Robert Schumann, who fell in love with Clara Wieck here • Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy who worked as orchestra director of the Gewandhaus • Richard Wagner, Albert Lortzing, Gustav Mahler and others Overnight in Leipzig.

Day 06 – Weimar In the morning continuation to Weimar, that is renowned as an intellectual centre throughout the late 18th and early 19th centuries and former home to scholars such as Goethe, Schiller and Liszt. Famed for having the historical period of ‘Weimar Republic’ named after it, the city’s cultural and architectural importance was also recognized by its appointment as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a guided city tour in the afternoon. Overnight in Weimar.

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Day 07 – Erfurt Make your way to Erfurt in the morning. With the monumental ensemble of the Church of St. Severus and the Cathedral with its 500-year-old “Gloriosa” bell, as well as the wealthy patrician townhouses, charming half-timbered buildings and a great many churches, the city of Erfurt is a veritable picture-book of German history. Get to know this beautiful place during a guided city tour. The afternoon is at leisure to explore Erfurt on your own. Overnight in Weimar.

Day 08 – Dresden In the morning travel to Dresden, also called “Florence on River Elbe” and for sure one of the most charming German destinations. The city has a long history as the royal residence for the Electors and Kings of Saxony, who for centuries furnished it with cultural and artistic splendour. Afternoon at leisure to explore Dresden on your own. Overnight in Dresden.

Day 09 – Dresden Discover more of Dresden during a guided city tour, focussing on the city’s eventful history.End the tour at the reconstructed Frauenkirche, a symbol of reconciliation and peace in the world. Overnight in Dresden.

Day 10 – Saxon Switzerland The Elbe Sandstone Mountains of Saxon Switzerland is one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in Europe, located just a few kilometers away from Dresden. The landscape fascinates with its variety of forms with Table Mountains, plateaus,

cliffs, rock needles, canyons, forests, and the Elbe valley. “Bastei” is the most famous rock formation, the symbol of the Saxon Switzerland and provides a unique panorama, overlooking table mountains such as the Königstein or Lilienstein. Enjoy a full day tour to this stunning area. Overnight in Dresden.

Day 11 – Görlitz In the morning time at leisure to explore Dresden on your own In the afternoon continuation to Görlitz. Overnight in Görlitz.

Day 12 – Berlin Görlitz is Germany’s easternmost city. It is known for its well-preserved old town, with buildings from different eras and a variety of architectural styles. The late Gothic St. Peter’s Church is distinguished by its 2 towers and the sun organ from the early 18th century. The early Renaissance Schönhof and adjacent buildings house the Silesian Museum with exhibitions on German, Polish and Czech art and history. Look forward to get to know this quite undiscovered gemstone today. In the afternoon drive to Berlin. Overnight in Berlin.

Day 13 – Departure After breakfast private transfer to Berlin Airport and end of tour.

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FASCINATION BLACK FOREST

Day 01 – Freiburg Arrival at Frankfurt Airport and private transfer to Freiburg im Breisgau. Freiburg is the most southern located big city of Germany. Its landmarks are the old town, the impressive cathedral and the unique “Bächle”. Remainder of day at leisure. Overnight in Freiburg.

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Start the day with a guided tour of Freiburg farmer’s market. Every day except Sundays, the popular farmer’s market takes place in front of the cathedral. Get attracted by a large selection of food and an impressive composition of colours and smells. Look forward to getting to know and to taste fresh regional products of around 100 regional direct producers. The afternoon is at leisure. Overnight in Freiburg.

Day 03 – Black Forest Today is dedicated to the highlights of the Black Forest. During a full day tour your guide will show you the traditional Black Forest farmhouses and the stunning countryside, pointing out the history and landscape along the scenic drive. Stop at the open-air museum “Vogtsbauernhof” to experience how farmers and craftsmen lived during the past 400 years in the Black Forest. Continue to the village of Triberg for lunch. End of tour in Freiburg in the late afternoon. Overnight in Freiburg.

Day 04 – Tittisee-Neustadt In the morning onward journey to the resort village of Tittisee-Neustadt. Time at leisure for shopping. In the afternoon you will experience one more Black Forest scenery during a relaxed two-hour walk around Lake

Titisee, including a stop en route to taste the most delicious Black Forest cake. Then drive to Constance. Overnight in Constance.

Day 05 – Constance Start the day with a guided walking tour of Constance. Embark on an exciting journey through the times with an amusing tour of the largest city on the lake . One of the most prominent events featured is the Council of Constance, held from 1414 to 1418, which left visible traces across the city, such as the council building, the ‘Imperia’, a satirical statue at the harbour, Hussenstein and other attractions. In the afternoon boat trip to Mainau island, whose name is associated with opulent flowers – for this Lake Constance’s third largest island is world-famous. Look forward to explore this unique Mediterranean oasis, which is owned by the aristocratic Bernadotte family still living in the castle on the island. Overnight in Constance.

Day 06 – Departure After breakfast private transfer to Zurich airport and end of tour.

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Day 01 – Rothenburg ob der Tauber

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Arrival to Frankfurt Airport and private transfer to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, one of the real jewels along the Romantic Road. The remainder of day is at leisure to visit the Christmas Market. Overnight in Rothenburg ob der Tauber.

Morning at leisure. Early afternoon drive to Regensburg. According to Sir Norman Foster Regensburg is one of the most beautiful cities of the world and its medieval centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2006. Each December the courtyard of the Thurn and Taxis Palace forms the magical backdrop for the Romantic Christmas Market. Remainder of day at leisure to visit the Christmas Market. Overnight in Regensburg.

Day 02 – Dinkelsbühl Enjoy a guided walk through Rothenburg’s historic old town with its romantic alleyways and picturesque squares and get an overview on the various aspects and epochs of its history. During the tour you will get to know the most important and most beautiful historic buildings and you will find out what life was like in a medieval town. In the afternoon drive to Dinkelsbühl, which is one of Germany’s most beautiful medieval town complexes, with a completely preserved city wall, numerous gates and towers and magnificent patrician houses. Visit of the Christmas Market. Then continuation to Nuremberg. Overnight in Nuremberg.

Day 05 – Regensburg After breakfast meet your guide for a short Regensburg walking tour. You will not only learn about the history of this picturesque city, but also about Regensburg and its beer. End the tour at restaurant Wurstkuchl for a typical German dish and a good beer. Overnight in Regensburg.

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Day 06 – Departure After breakfast private transfer to Munich Airport and end of tour.

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Day 03 – Nuremberg You start the day with a half day walking tour of Nuremberg. Nuremberg – the name brings to mind emperors and medieval councils, the Reformation and Albrecht Dürer, but at the same time reminds us of Nazi party rallies and the Nuremberg trials. The historic old town with its mighty castle and city walls, its many churches, monuments and picturesque half-timbered houses still show the glamour of the old imperial city. Free time to visit of the famous Nuremberg Christmas market in the afternoon. Overnight in Nuremberg.

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Immerse yourself into the unique German tradition of Christmas Markets. Look forward to seeing the most romantic and most famous markets yourselves. Enjoy guided town walks with entertaining guides and listen to their stories all around the local-standing Christmas tradition.

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ROUTE OF INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE

Day 01 – Essen & Duisburg Arrival at Cologne/Bonn Airport and private transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon guided walk of Landscape Park Duisburg-Nord. As a decommissioned iron smelting works, the Landscape Park is one of the area’s most important industrial monuments. The park is around 200 hectares in size, and located in northern Duisburg, offering the finest in industrial heritage. Overnight in Essen.

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Day 02 – Essen Visit of the UNESCO World Heritage Zeche Zollverein and Ruhr Museum in Essen. Zeche Zollverein was once renowned as the most beautiful colliery in the world, it is now the most famous attraction of the Ruhr metropolis and also a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site. With its museum, restaurants, events and culture, the change that the region has undergone is truly visible here. The Ruhr Museum is situated in the former coal washery of the Zollverein Coal Mine, Shaft XII. It considers itself as the memory of the Ruhr Metropolis. With more than 6,000 exhibits, its permanent exhibition features the fascinating natural and cultural history of the Ruhr Area. The present, the pre-industrial memory and the region’s dramatic history in the industrial era are illustrated on three levels. Overnight in Essen.

Day 03 – Bochum & Dortmund In the morning visit of the German Mining Museum in Bochum, which provides comprehensive information on all the natural resources from the era of industrialisation

to the present and is a must see during this journey. Then continue to Dortmund. In the afternoon visit of Zeche Zollern. At first sight palatial redbrick facades and artistically adorned gables on buildings dotted around a grassy square are more reminiscent of an aristocratic residence than a coal mine. This was exactly one of the ideas behind the architecture of Zeche Zollern. Today the “mansion of labour” is undoubtedly one of the most impressive testimonies to Germany’s industrial history. But the museum’s outstanding industrial architecture is only one of many different attractive facets. The various sections of the exhibition will take you into a world of harsh working conditions, and the stories of the men and women who worked in coalmining during the 20th century will bring this vividly to life. Overnight in Dortmund

Day 04 – Departure After breakfast private transfer to Cologne/ Bonn Airport and end of tour.

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MUNICH | Munich and the Third Reich

3–3,5 hours / Private Tour Discover the heart of Munich as a local does. After a Bavarian breakfast we will show you all things to see: famous sights but also the market, old bakeries and more. We will fill our basket with traditional foods that make up a Bavarian Brotzeit. In the English Garden, we will do the most Munich thing ever: sit in a beer garden, get a drink and enjoy food we have just bought.

3–4 hours / Private Tour In 1923, the NSDAP’s fight for power failed with the Hitler Beer Hall putsch. After the “seizure of power” Munich had the “honorary title” “capital of the movement”. But some, like the members of the White Rose, were willing to risk their lives for the resistance. This tour is about history, but also about its consequences and our way of dealing with it. FROM © BayTM_CasparPlautz

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2,5 hours / Private Tour The Pretzel Workshop is a very special and sensual way to get in touch with the Bavarian food culture. During this workshop in Haidhausen you will learn how to make the classic Bavarian beer garden food ‘Brezn & Obazda’ – Bavarian style pretzels and Bavarian cheese spread. All participants get written English recipes with a list of ingredients and detailed instructions.

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2 hours / Private Tour There is no better way to discover Munich than on foot. Let us take you on an informative and entertaining walk through the heart of the city and fill you in on Munich’s colorful history and culture. On our easy-paced tour, we will show you all the key attractions and historical sites and share the most famous stories as well as lesser-known intriguing facts.

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3,5–4 hours / Private Tour Driving through the village of Dachau we reach the former concentration camp. Plenty of time to visit the memorial site, the museum and the documentary film. This was the “parent” KZ (“Konzentrationslager”). KZ Dachau was the “Academy of Terror”, the originator, role-model and training ground for the vast order of brutality that spread over half of Europe in the wake of the armies of the Third Reich, and which ultimately culminated in one of history’s greatest crimes: The Final Solution.

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MUNICH | | A light and active day in the Bavarian Alps 9–10 hours / Private Tour On this multi-faceted trip into the Bavarian Alps, you will ride up with a cable car to the Herzogstand Mountain, visit the charming village of Garmisch-Partenkirchen, surrounded by the highest mountains in Germany and last but not least stroll for about 25 minutes to a German natural monument, the Partnachgorge, an amazing nature spectacle formed by the river. FROM

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MUNICH | Innsbruck and the Swarovski’s Crystal World ©www.bayern.by / Tobias Gerber

10 hours / Collective Tour This tour is guiding you along some of Bavaria’s most beautiful lakes, through the Karwendel-mountains to Innsbruck, city of the “golden roof” in Austria. One of the highlights of this extraordinary excursion is surely the visit of Swarovski’s “Crystal Worlds”. At Innsbruck you have enough time to visit and go sightseeing in the historical center.

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NUREMBERG | Walk through Savory Nuremberg – From Bratwurst to Gingerbread 1,5 hours / Collective Tour A culinary tour of the historic center with anecdotes about Nuremberg’s rich history including samples of traditional Franconian cuisine. Discover the tempting sides of Nuremberg: from the Ox on Butchers’ Bridge to the secrets of the bratwurst, the fragrance of gingerbread spices, the hustle and bustle of medieval sausage eateries, and the rich taste of regional beers.

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1 hour / Private Tour Visit the impressive Maisel’s Beer Experience World. During this guided tour you will experience the fascination of brewing craftmanship with all your senses and get an inside view on Franconian beer brewing.

A$ 218* PER PERSON © DZT / Florian Trykowski

NUREMBERG | Old Town Walking Tour 2 hours / Private Tour Dive into the impressive history of a town that was once a Free Imperial City and enjoy the amenities of a lively urban place that has more to offer than just a castle and gingerbread. Discover how harmonious the interplay of historic buildings and modern architecture can be on a walk through the Old Town. Enjoy the delights of a city with a century-long culinary tradition. FROM

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A$ 271* PER PERSON NUREMBERG | Gingerbread – Learn how to Bake the Spicy-Sweet Treat 1,5 hours / Collective Tour An afternoon of baking sweet, aromatic gingerbread with fine spices using our chef’s special recipe. Ahhhh, the fragrance of homemade gingerbread! We detect cinnamon and cardamom, coriander, ginger, and vanilla. Gingerbread is so much more than a Franconian cookie. With its scrumptious spices, honey, and a plethora of nuts, it was considered a holy food for centuries. FROM

A$ 116* PER PERSON

* P rices are per person twin share based on low season and will vary depending on date of travel, unless otherwise stated. Pricing does not include airfare from Australia. Please contact us for an air-inclusive quote. Refer to our booking conditions for full pricing and payment information. For more information call 1300 365 355, visit insiderjourneys.com.au or see your travel agent.

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INSIDER EXCURSIONS © DZT / Florian Trykowski

NUREMBERG | Sausage Tour 1,5 hours / Private Tour A City Tour to “Sausage-Significant” Places. Learn about the history of the Nuremberg Bratwurst and get answers to questions such as: How long have the citizens of Nuremberg eaten Bratwurst? Why are the sausages so small? Why are they always served in even numbers on a plate, but threes in a bun? This entertaining tour ends as it should with “One on a fork”.

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NUREMBERG | History Tour 3–4 hours / Private Tour Short drive to the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds. Here, Hitler held several assemblies between 1933-38 to glorify Nazism and inspire followers. Visit the WWII Documentation Center hosting a permanent exhibition. Stroll through the medieval city of Nuremberg to view some highlights incl the imperial castle and the Palace of Justice where the Nuremberg trials were held.

NUREMBERG | Iphofen Wine Tasting Tour

1,5 hours / Private Tour A walk through the winding streets of the Old City makes the Middle Ages come to life. The towers of the magnificent “castle houses” loom into the heavens in competition with the mighty spires of the cathedral. In the 500 year-old historical Wurstkuchl, little has changed since the Middle Ages, where the stonemasons and dockers treated themselves to refreshment at this taverntrials were held.

6 hours / Private Tour Scenic drive to the ancient town of Iphofen in the Franconian Wine Country. Walk along the 1000 year-old wall and gates and visit the first of two wineries, with cellar tour and wine tasting. Through the beautiful wine-growing area continue to Volkach for a lunch stop (not incl) and a second tour through a private winery. Take breathtaking pictures by stopping at a viewpoint.

A$ 1,063* PER PERSON

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A$ 671* PER PERSON

REGENSBURG | City Tour with Lunch and Beer at Wurstkuchl

A$ 223* PER PERSON

3 hours / Private Tour Experience the unique World Cultural Heritage Bamberg with its rich Beer History! Get to know the famous specialty “smoked beer” (not incl). In the historical ensemble embracing the Cathedral, churches and monasteries, with bridges, narrow lanes and squares, half-timbered buildings and baroque facades, the magic of centuries past is still within your grasp. FROM

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BAMBERG | City Tour with Sampling of Smoked Beer

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WUERZBURG | Walking Tour “Old Town & Residence” 3 hours / Private Tour You will meet the guide at your centrally located hotel and discover not only the main sights of the old Town, but also visit the impressive Wuerzburg Residence, an UNESCO World Hertitage Site since 1981.

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A$ 395* PER PERSON INSIDER JOURNEYS

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INSIDER EXCURSIONS FUESSEN | Hiking Tour to the Mountain Tegelberg 6–7 hours / Private Tour On the way to Neuschwanstein Castle, you can walk on the Marienbrücke, which spans over the Pollät Gorge and give one fantastic view to the castle. On the following ascent in wide serpentines, enjoy wonderful views of the castle and the lake. Through the north flank diagonally up to the saddle on the mountain you will arrive Tegelberg hut after 2,5 – 3 hours hiking. FROM

WUERZBURG | Franconian Wine & Design Tour

A$ 564* PER PERSON ©Schwarzwald Tourismus /Sascha Hotz

4 hours / Private Tour Would you like to discover Franconian wine “at home” around the River Main Loop? You will find out all about it on a round trip with wine tasting and visits to private wineries, cooperatives and vinotheques. Meet your local wine specialist Martha at your hotel and private transfer in VIP minivan. At the end of the tour enjoy Franconian tapas, with another tasting of 2 wines.

A$ 983* PER PERSON

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FREIBURG | Walking Tour

1 hour / Collective Tour The Mercedes-Benz Museum is the only museum in the world that can document in a single continuous timeline the 130 years of auto industry history from its very beginnings to the present day. On nine levels and covering a floor space of 16,500 square meters, the museum presents 160 vehicles and over 1,500 exhibits. A true place of innovation.

6 hours / Private Tour Discover the wonderfully quaint Black Forest. The tour takes you to rural villages with picturesque halftimer houses, a famous glass factory and a Vogtsbauernhof (Farmhouse Museum). Enjoy a lunch in the museum’s country inn followed by a tour of the open-air museum. Near the village of Triberg see Germany`s highest waterfalls and visit the House of the 1000 Cuckoo Clocks.

1,5 hours / Private Tour Your visit to the Black Forest is not complete unless you spend some time in Freiburg, the capital of the Black Forest. On this 90 min Freiburg Walking Tour we will take you on a tour back in time. Discover what ‘Bächle’ are and why you do not want to step into them. Find out how long it took to build the cathedral – and what the secret is behind the cobblestone streets.

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DÜSSELDORF | Beer and Culture Tour 2 hours / Private Tour Düsseldorf’s Old Town is famous for the Alt beer that has been brewed here since the times of Jan Wellem and is still made according to the old laws of purity. A sociable guided walk through the old town will get you acquainted with the most important sights and the history of the Alt beer and the home breweries. Visit one or more breweries and sample two beers.

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A$ 259* PER PERSON

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INSIDER EXCURSIONS 1 hour / Collective Tour What would Cologne be without the Rhine? As a guest on shipboard, you’ll have the best panoramic view of Cologne’s most important tourist attractions, ranging from the picturesque historic city center to the ultramodern Rheinauhafen with its crane houses. While gently floating along the sights enjoy a refreshing drink or take a sunbath. .

HAMBURG | City Walking Tour 3 hours / Private Tour Witness the rise and fall of Hamburg throughout its history: its glorious past as a center of the Hanseatic League and its heavy destruction in the Great Fire and the World War 2. Learn more about 1200 years of history from Charlemagne to the new harbor city urban development. See the lighthouse project Elbphilharmonie, little Venice at the inner Alster Canal and many more.

HAMBURG | Elbphilharmony Plaza Tour

1,5 hours / Private Tour This Beatles-Tour is a musical journey to the original sites. Armed with a ukulele Stefanie guides you around the infamous old red-light district and it is there that Stefanie sings the songs that the Beatles performed night after night in the smoky clubs of Reeperbahn and Grosse Freiheit. Stefanie reveals secrets that cannot be found in any Beatles book!

1 hour / Private Tour See Hamburg’s new landmark during a guided tour. You will be taken on a ride with the longest curved escalator in the world (the 82 m long tube) that will bring you on a first platform. A second escalator will take you to the second platform, the Elbphilharmonie Plaza, with its public areas and observation deck. Enjoy stunning views over the harbour and Hamburg’s Skyline.

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HAMBURG | On the tracks of the Beatles with musician Stefanie

A$ 576* PER PERSON

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1 hour / Collective Tour Launches, Passenger- and Steam boats cruise along the container terminals and the new HafenCity into the canals of the historic warehouse district. Discover the docks of Blohm and Voss shipyard, where among many other well-known ships, the famous warship Bismarck was built. Choose the perfect cruise to get to know the heart of Hamburg’s harbour.

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COLOGNE | Panorama Tour by boat

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BREMEN | City Walking Tour 2 hours / Private Tour This private walking tour takes you to the highlights of Bremen’s historical city centre. Many of these are concentrated on the market square with its town hall (Unseco World Heritage site), undoubtedly one of the prettiest squares in Germany. See the Böttcher Square and also the picturesque Schnoor quarter, the oldest part of Bremen that is still intact today. FROM

A$ 189* PER PERSON INSIDER JOURNEYS

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BERLIN | Walking Tour “Berlin Classics” 3 hours / Private Tour Visit the must-sees & iconic landmarks of the German Capital with an exclusive expert tour guide. Walk through the historic Brandenburg Gate, enjoy the atmosphere of sharp contrasts and almost every stone you turn is steeped in history. See Unter den Linden Boulevard, the Cathedral & the World Heritage Site Museum Island, Gendarmenmarkt, the Reichstag, and much more.

4 hours / Private Tour Let’s roam the charming and fashionable Charlottenburg, a neighborhood that was already bustling with life a century ago. Your local private guide will offer you German cake and coffee specialties, German sausages, delicacies and healthy food. The highlight of this tour will be a full orientation of the exquisite food floor of the grand historic KaDeWe luxury department store.

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A$ 303* PER PERSON BERLIN | Sneak Preview Architecture Tour

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BERLIN | Food Sampling Tour – West Berlin

3 hours / Private Tour Berlin’s architecture is full of striking contrasts – from restored historic landmarks to high class contemporary gems – join a professional local guide for a surprise tour of selected buildings of exceptional quality that you might not all have discovered on your own! Starting at the central station, the tour will conclude with a grand vista from the Kollhoff Tower platform

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BERLIN | Potsdam Sightseeing Tour & Visit to Sanssouci Palace 5 hours / Collective Tour Sanssouci Palace, the summer palace of Frederick the Great and his most popular refuge in difficult times, is the main attraction in Potsdam. Don’t miss the chance to take part in a guided historic excursion by coach from Berlin to the former residence of the Prussian rulers.

3 hours / Collective Tour A mind-blowing introduction to Berlin’s Graffiti & Street Art Culture. On this 2 part tour you will take the back streets and discover some of the latest, greatest and oldest examples of street art, graffiti & mural art in this famous capital of urban art. Afterwards talks and demonstrations by local artists and instruction on how to make your own street art & graffiti pieces.

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BERLIN | Street Art Workshop and Tour

A$ 334* PER PERSON

BERLIN | Bike Tour of Berlin 3 hours / Collective Tour Why does Berlin look the way it does? It’s an exciting and quirky collage, an eclectic and edgy mix full of contradictions. We ride through 800 years of Berlin history: from historic to modern aspects, where the renowned and the questionable come together to make up a city that will always be: “damned to a fate of always becoming something and never being it” (Karl Scheffler).

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INSIDER EXCURSIONS 2 hours / Pivate Tour Lübeck is unique and wonderful. This is why UNESCO declared the existing cityscape to be a World Cultural Heritage Site in 1987. The water-enclosed Old Town with its roughly 1,800 listed buildings, historical alleyways and crisscrossed lanes is not just pretty to the eye, but is also the hub of an extremely lively city and claims itself to be the cultural capital of the north.

FRANKFURT | Walking Tour 3 hours / Private Tour In and around Frankfurt, almost everything can be found – except boredom. Here is where the heart of the European economy beats! Frankfurt is international, has an impressive artistic and cultural life, unique museums and a very pleasant “Ebbelwoi bliss”. Discover Frankfurt, the largest city in the state of Hesse, during a private walking tour.

9 hours / Private Tour Discover the old university town of Heidelberg during a 3-h walking tour. The combined old town and castle tour brings history to life. The funicular train takes you up to the Castle. In the afternoon pass by the beautiful Rhine Valley and continue to Oberwesel where you discover the wonderful village on your own. In the evening your driver guide takes you back to Frankfurt.

FRANKFURT | Half Day on the Rhine 6 hours / Collective Tour Unforgettable afternoon trip to the Rhine River Valley – an area UNESCO counts to the World Heritage of Mankind: vineyards, charming little villages and mighty medieval castles more than anywhere else in the world. Take a boat trip on the Rhine alongside the famous river panorama from Kaub to Rüdesheim, followed by a wine sampling and dinner right by the riverbanks.

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FRANKFURT | Day trip to Heidelberg and Oberwesel

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1,5 hours / Private Tour Expert Velotaxi city guides will show you everything the city has to offer. You will learn interesting facts while enjoying the fresh air and be protected from the rain in the case of bad weather. As a Frankfurt adept, you will be amazed by secret places, new gastronomic tips or longforgotten favorite corners. Are you new to Frankfurt? Get to know the city center by Velotaxi.

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LÜBECK | City Walking Tour

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OBERWESEL | Wine Tasting at Winery Weingut Lanuis-Knab 1–1,5 hours / Collective Tour Trying wines from the Middle Rhine is one thing. Nevertheless, experiencing wines with all your senses is more fascinating. That is why we offer you the following opportunities and wine tastings in Oberwesel to experience wine in a completely different way. Enjoy a tasting with 6 wines with wine sommelier. FROM

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INSIDER EXCURSIONS BADEN-BADEN | Walking tour 1,5–2 hours / Private Tour Let yourself be inspired by the many different facets of this wonderful Spa Town! The easiest way to discover the many “faces” of the city is to listen to the interesting anecdotes of your local guide. See the Spa District with the Caracalla-Thermal-Bath, the “Kurviertel” with the Lichtentaler Allee with Parks and the Old Town with magnificent buildings from the Belle Epoque.

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A$ 194* PER PERSON LINDAU | Wine Tasting at the Winery Haug

3 hours / Private Tour The combined old town and castle tour brings history to life. With a tour through the winding alleys of the old town you can get to know the many different faces of Heidelberg – dreamy squares, the oldest university in Germany, the Church of the Holy Spirit and the Jewish Quarter. And then it’s up to the castle, the world’s best-known ruin, with the funicular railway.

1,5 – 2 hours / Private Tour You can tell from afar that charismatic wines grow here at the “Lindauer Spitalhalde” vineyard: Nestled between the terminal moraine, Lake Constance and the Alps, the Haug family’s fruit and wine paradise lies directly on the shores of Lake Bavaria. The lush vegetation, the mild lake climate and the unique soil ensure lush growth and fine drops.

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WEIMAR | Walking Tour “The early Bauhaus” 2 hours / Private Tour Weimar, this is where ideas and art works originated that later spread around the world. Founded as the main art school of the early 20th century, the State Bauhaus was an artistic pioneer in 1919 and radical in many ways. On the trail of the Bauhaus-Masters hear about their lives, the enthusiasm and “the fire of devotion” of the early years in Weimar. FROM

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DRESDEN | Trabi Safari 1–1,5 hours / Collective Tour If you want to discover all highlights of the old town and the new town of Dresden, don’t miss a Trabant Car tour. Along with the interesting architecture of the city center’s past and present we will guide you through little side streets, numerous parks, the villa quarter in Blasewitz, along the river Elbe with the bridge Waldschlösschenbrücke and baroque.

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DRESDEN | Walking Tour 2 hours / Private Tour Experience the grandeur of Dresden in two unforgettable hours! Discover and venture behind the scenes with us. Since the reunification of Germany, Dresden rose phoenix like from the ashes. Baroque churches have been rebuilt; the royal city palace is home again to the Green Vault. We also take a stroll to the Zwinger and the Brühlsche Terrasse, a promenade with fantastic views.

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INSIDER HOTELS Enjoy the perfect location within Nuremberg’s picturesque Old Town: all sights are within walking distance from the HOTEL VICTORIA NUREMBERG. Just 100 m from Nuremberg Train Station and just over a quarter mile from the Lorenzkirche Church, this 4-star hotel in the Old Town is located next to the Handwerkerhof Crafts Yard.

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Bed and Breakfast

The Opéra is a stylish small palace in the heart of Munich. Thanks to the elegance of its rooms, its passion for art and design and its privileged location near the exclusive Maximilianstraße, the Hotel Opéra is the ideal home for discerning guests who appreciate individuality and a luxurious atmosphere. Behind the walls of the small town palace, guests are afforded a haven of peace and comfort with a wonderful attention to detail.

This hotel is located next to Frankfurt Zoo, just a 5-minute walk from Habsburgerallee Underground Station and the lively Berger Straße is just a 10-minute walk away. The hotel features 66 modern rooms and suites in mediterranean colours with all amenities you would expect in a 4-Star hotel such as aircondition, free Wifi, coffee/tea etc. Sauna and steam bath await you for relaxation after a busy day.

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FRANKFURT | HOTEL ALEXANDER AM ZOO 

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BERLIN | ARCOTEL JOHN F 

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HEIDELBERG | EUROPÄISCHER HOF  SUPERIOR

Dating back to 1865, this luxury 5-star hotel in the heart of Heidelberg’s historic center features a modern spa center and views of the world famous castle. The roof terrace with lounge chairs offers excellent views of the city and countryside. The Philosophenweg Path is just under 1.6 km from Europäischer Hof Heidelberg, and overlooks the scenic Neckar River. The rooms are individually designed and well above top international standards.

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A$ 381* PER PERSON

Bed and Breakfast

Centrally located just a 5 minute walk from Museum Island and 302m from Berlin’s famous Unter den Linden Boulevard, this 4-star hotel offers elegant rooms with flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. John F is just over a quarter mile from Gendarmenmarkt Square and the Deutsches Historisches Museum, and is a 20 minute walk from the Brandenburg Gate.

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A$ 177* PER PERSON

Bed and Breakfast

Hotel Elbflorenz offers mediterranean styled accommodation that invites you to linger and relax. This 4-star hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the center of the city and Dresden’s historic Old Town with Frauenkirche Cathedral and Semper Opera. It features Italian-style accommodations and a sauna and fitness area with a terrace, offering panoramic views of the city. The 214 rooms include French windows, cable TV, air conditioning, and a minibar.

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(whether or not the Booking & Advisory Services were acquired by another person). “Booking & Advisory Services” means services provided by us to you in assisting you to acquire a Travel Product from a Third Party Travel Provider and includes advisory and consulting services, and providing a facility to enter into transactions with us and Third Party Travel Providers (whose details and Travel Products appear in this Brochure). “Third Party Travel Provider” and “Suppliers” means the company or person who provides you with the Travel Product on terms and conditions agreed with you. “Travel Product” means the service or product provided by a Third-Party Travel Provider, for example, an airline or a hotel.

ANNEXURE TRAVEL TIPS FOR TRAVEL PRODUCTS These tips are not legally binding terms and conditions. You should obtain and read the Third-Party Travel Provider’s terms and conditions which are legally binding on you. Travel Insurance We strongly recommend you take out appropriate travel insurance to cover your travel arrangements. Passports, Visas & Health Requirements Visas, including transit visas, are the passenger’s own responsibility. For more information please log on to: www.dfat.gov.au or www.smartraveller.gov.au. Please check with the respective Embassy or Consulate of each country that you are travelling to, as many destinations require visas for both Australians and non-Australian passport holders. For more information, log on to www. visalink.com.au. You need to ensure that you have at least 6 months validity on your passport from the date of your departure return. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are aware of any health requirements for your travel destinations. Vaccinations are strongly recommended for certain destinations. You need to contact your local doctor who will advise you of these requirements. Please note that vaccinations may be recommended some period in advance of travelling.

paying adults, generally the hotel will expect the child to share the parent’s bed and will not provide an extra bed. Additional charges may be levied for child meals. Where a child rate is provided in this brochure, an extra roll or fold-away bed is usually provided. Children are charged an adult rate if staying in a room without adults. River Cruises – shore excursions & water levels The nature of some shore excursions in Asia means that for some excursions there are no formal jetties. While staff are always on hand to assist, those with limited mobility may find these areas difficult to access. Due to the unpredictable nature of weather and its effect on river conditions and water levels, it may on occasions be necessary to complete some elements of the itinerary by land, rather than by boat, or to alter the route of the vessel including substituting some planned stops for others. Such changes can occur at any time without prior notice or warning and no refunds will be given in this instance. On the lower Mekong River between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, large seasonal variations in water levels necessitate low-water and high-water itineraries. The only significant difference is a vehicle transfer to/from Siem Reap in place of cruising across Tonle Sap Lake. As a guide, low water itineraries are applied typically from January to early July, but this may vary depending on rainfall across the river catchments. Complaint Handling In the unlikely event that you are unsatisfied with any aspect of your Travel Product, you must immediately notify the Third Party Travel Provider of your Travel Product or travel consultant (please refer to your predeparture guide) to ensure we are given the opportunity to address and attempt to resolve any issue that you may raise at the time they occur. If a problem cannot be resolved to your satisfaction and you wish to pursue this matter further you must write to us within 28 days upon your return to the following address: Attention Customer Service Level 1, 503-505 Kent Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 Or: customerservice@insiderjourneys.com.au You must provide your booking reference number and full details of your complaint to allow us the opportunity to respond.

Ticketing For international and domestic departure, e-tickets will be issued upon payment and completion of the booking process. In some instances, an e-ticket on the flights or fares selected may not be able to be issued. Bookings that cannot be issued as an e-ticket will have to be changed to comply with e-ticket regulations. All other travel documentation, such as hotel, car hire, transfer and tour vouchers will be emailed to you as an e-document. Should the Third-Party Travel Provider issue paper vouchers, these will be posted to you. Accessibility Travellers with a physical or mental disability that may require assistance during their trip must advise us of their needs upon booking and declare all pre-existing medical conditions. This enables us to ensure the suitability of each booking to the individual traveller. Bedding configuration Requests for specific bedding types must be made at the time of booking, however, cannot be guaranteed. Please note that double rooms can be fitted with either double or twin beds and that single rooms are often smaller than other rooms. Triple rooms usually comprise a twinbed room with an additional sofa bed, roll-away bed or a fold-away bed for a third person. Travelling with children Where a child stays for free in a room sharing with two INSIDER JOURNEYS

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