Germany's Romantic Road

Tour start date(s):	06-07-2027
Duration:	9 days
Location:	Frankfurt (arrival, 3 nights) - Rhine Valley - Würzburg - Rothenburg - Nuremberg (3 nights) - Bamberg - Bayreuth - Regensburg - Augsburg - Neuschwanstein - Munich (3 nights, departure)
Price (including tax):	DBL 2,610.00 USD; SNGL 3,260.00 USD (flights not included)

July 6 (Tuesday) – Frankfurt

Arrival at Frankfurt Airport. A driver will meet you holding a name sign. Transfer to the hotel and check-in at the **Holiday Inn Frankfurt Alte Oper **** (guaranteed check-in from 3:00 PM).

Information meeting with the guide in the hotel lobby, followed by a walking tour of the city. Overnight in Frankfurt.

July 7 (Wednesday) – Frankfurt + Heidelberg

Breakfast at the hotel. Sightseeing tour of Frankfurt and an excursion to Heidelberg.

Frankfurt am Main is a city of contrasts: giant skyscrapers stand alongside charming historic streets. It is a city of banking, home to many major international trade fairs, and a rich cultural and entertainment center. Frankfurt’s famous Museum Embankment offers more than 11 museums and exhibitions, ranging from handicrafts and fine art to the history of cinema and ancient sculpture.

Heidelberg is one of Germany’s oldest cities, featuring narrow medieval streets, a picturesque riverside promenade, an elegant Town Hall Square, and unforgettable views of the Old Town from the Great Terrace. Heidelberg University, founded more than 600 years ago, is the oldest university in Germany and is considered one of the country’s most renowned educational institutions. Rising above the city is Heidelberg Castle, built of red sandstone and representing a remarkable example of Renaissance architecture. Its cellar houses the world’s largest wine barrel, with a capacity of 222,000 liters.

Overnight in Frankfurt.

July 8 (Thursday) – Rhine Valley

Breakfast at the hotel. Bus excursion “Castles of the Romantic Rhine.”

The Rhine Valley is one of the most romantic regions of Germany, attracting millions of tourists from around the world. Approximately twenty medieval castles dating from the 10th–12th centuries are located on the picturesque steep banks of the Rhine between Wiesbaden and Koblenz. Each castle is famous for its own history and legends.

We will visit Marksburg Castle, the only hilltop castle on the Middle Rhine that has never been destroyed and is now one of Germany’s best-known and most visited castles.

In the unique medieval town of Rüdesheim, you will visit Drosselgasse (“Thrush Alley”), one of the most beautiful streets in central Germany, lined with numerous souvenir shops and wine cellars.

Overnight in Frankfurt.

July 9 (Friday) – Würzburg, Rothenburg and Nuremberg

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and depart with luggage.

On the way to Nuremberg, we will visit the beautiful historic German towns of Würzburg (120 km, approximately 1.5 hours) and Rothenburg ob der Tauber (60 km, approximately 1 hour).

Würzburg is famous for its magnificent Baroque and Rococo architecture. One of the city’s main attractions is Marienberg Fortress, the medieval residence of the Prince-Bishops of Würzburg. The Baroque Residence complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, while Würzburg Cathedral is one of the largest Romanesque cathedrals in Germany.

Rothenburg ob der Tauber is one of Germany’s most popular tourist destinations and a jewel of the Romantic Road. It is a fairytale-like town for lovers of European medieval history. During the tour, we will visit the historic city center, surrounded by a powerful 14th-century defensive wall with numerous bastions and watchtowers. We will walk along narrow, winding streets and see beautifully preserved historic houses, the Town Hall, ancient churches, and much more.

Continue to Nuremberg (105 km, approximately 1 hour 15 minutes).

Check-in at **NH Collection Nürnberg City **.

Overnight in Nuremberg.

July 10 (Saturday) – Nuremberg

Breakfast at the hotel.

Since the 13th century, Nuremberg has been a Free Imperial City and one of the major centers of craftsmanship and trade. The imperial regalia were kept here, and emperors began their reign in the city.

During the sightseeing tour, we will explore the historic city center, first mentioned as early as the 11th century. We will see Kaiserburg Imperial Castle, the house of Albrecht Dürer, Gothic churches, charming squares, magnificent fountains, and romantic half-timbered buildings. We will also learn about the city’s past and present, its history and traditions.

After the Nuremberg tour, you will have free time for shopping, visiting museums, and other activities.

Overnight in Nuremberg.

July 11 (Sunday) – Regensburg + Augsburg

Breakfast at the hotel. Check out and depart with luggage.

On the way to Munich, we will visit the beautiful historic cities of Regensburg (105 km, approximately 1 hour 15 minutes) and Augsburg (150 km, approximately 2 hours).

Regensburg is an ancient and very picturesque German city located at the confluence of the Danube and Regen rivers. Founded by the ancient Romans, it later became the residence of the Bavarian dukes and is now home to one of Germany’s oldest bishoprics. Regensburg has preserved its medieval character almost intact. The city’s highlights include St. Peter’s Cathedral, built in the Gothic style, and the 12th-century Stone Bridge over the Danube.

Augsburg, one of Germany’s oldest cities, was also founded during the Roman era. In the Middle Ages, the city stood at the crossroads of important trade routes and was one of the wealthiest and most attractive cities in Bavaria. During the tour, we will see medieval guild houses, the 11th-century Cathedral of the Virgin Mary, the Basilica of St. Ulrich and St. Afra with its distinctive onion domes, and the City Hall, the city’s principal example of Renaissance architecture.

Continue to Munich (80 km, approximately 1 hour).

Check-in at **Eurostars Book Hotel Munich **.

Overnight in Munich.

July 12 (Monday) – Munich

Breakfast at the hotel.

Munich is one of the most beautiful and distinctive cities in Europe, as you will discover during the bus and walking sightseeing tour.

The city is famous for its many attractions, its special sense of comfort and tranquility, and the local love of Bavarian traditions, celebrations, and customs.

You will visit central Munich, including Marienplatz and its historic buildings; see the Cathedral of Our Lady (Frauenkirche); Max-Joseph-Platz, with the former winter residence of the Bavarian kings and the National Theatre and Opera House; Odeonsplatz, with the Feldherrnhalle; the courtyard of the former Royal Residence; and much more.

One of the highlights of the Munich tour will be an exterior visit to Nymphenburg Palace and Park, an Italian-inspired jewel of the city built at the request of Henriette Adelaide of Savoy, the Italian princess.

We will also visit the famous Munich Residenz, the residence of the Bavarian kings, including its Treasury. It is one of Germany’s largest palaces and was continuously inhabited for almost 500 years. The palace contains an exceptional collection of gold- and silver-woven tapestries and other treasures, many of which are remarkably well preserved.

Overnight in Munich.

July 13 (Tuesday) – Bavarian Alps

Breakfast at the hotel.

In the Bavarian Alps, near the Austrian border, stands the fairytale castle of King Ludwig II of Bavaria — Neuschwanstein Castle.

King Ludwig II conceived the castle as an architectural masterpiece inspired by the Middle Ages and personally approved every design. Many considered the castle his personal achievement and creation.

The interior decoration is largely devoted to illustrations inspired by Wagner’s operas and ancient German legends. It is traditionally said that Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, captivated by the view of Neuschwanstein, conceived the idea for Swan Lake here.

Neuschwanstein later became an inspiration for the magical world associated with Walt Disney.

After visiting the castle, we will continue to the active Benedictine monastery of Ettal, famous for its herbal liqueurs and, of course, its excellent beer, the recipe for which has been kept secret since the 14th century.

Overnight in Munich.

July 14 (Wednesday) – Munich

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to Munich Airport for departure on any flight with any airline.

Accommodation

• June 2–5, 2026 / FRANKFURT: Holiday Inn Frankfurt Alte Oper ****

• June 5–8, 2026 / NUREMBERG: Holiday Inn Nürnberg City Centre ****

• June 8–11, 2026 / MUNICH: Eurostars Grand Central Munich ****

Included in the Tour Price

• Accommodation in the specified hotels with breakfast.

• Modern coach transportation throughout the tour.

• Russian-speaking tour escort throughout the entire itinerary.

• All excursions in Russian according to the program.

• Headsets throughout the tour.

• Admission tickets to Heidelberg Castle, Marksburg Castle, the Rhine boat cruise, the Würzburg Residence, Neuschwanstein Castle, and the Munich Residenz (Bavarian Kings’ Residence).

• Airport-to-hotel transfer on the arrival day and hotel-to-airport transfer on the departure day, regardless of the flight or airline.

• If you book a hotel before or after the tour, the transfer must be arranged independently.

Not Included in the Tour Price

• Lunches and dinners.

• Tips for the guide and driver.