German Highlights prices from $1899
10 Days: If you want to see the highlight cities of Germany, this vacation is a perfect fit! Start and finish in Frankfurt, with overnight stays in Cologne, Berlin, Nuremberg, Munich, the Passion Play village of Oberammergau, and in the Black Forest area. Highlights include a romantic Rhine River cruise; a first-class train ride on the fast Eurocity train from Cologne to Berlin; a woodcarving demonstration in the Black Forest; and visits to Cologne’s twin-spired cathedral, Bach’s Thomaskirche in Leipzig, medieval Rothenburg, Munich’s Marienplatz, scenic Lake Constance, Heidelberg Castle, and King Ludwig’s fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle (tour ZD only). A full day at leisure in Berlin allows for an optional excursion to Potsdam. A wonderful Germany escorted vacation!
Munich, Salzburg & Vienna prices from $1469
8 Days: Explore the magnificent cities of Munich, Salzburg, and Vienna—in depth! This marvelous vacation features guided sightseeing in each city, with highlight visits to King Ludwig’s fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle, Innsbruck’s opulent Golden Roof, Mozart’s birthplace in Salzburg, and Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna. Optional excursions to Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden and to Bratislava, capital of Slovakia, are also available. On your return to Munich, enjoy a relaxing cruise down the Danube River—a lovely trip for romantics!
Oberammergau Highlights prices from $2140
4 Days: Your adventure begins with two overnights in vibrant Innsbruck as well as a guided tour that includes St. James Cathedral and the Hofkirche. Head north and cross the border into Germany for a 2-night stay and plenty of free time in the Garmisch-Partenkirchen area. Next up: charming Oberammergau for a performance of the world-renowned Passion Play. Return to Garmisch for a final overnight before transferring to lively Munich for the conclusion of your getaway.
The Alps and Oberammergau prices from $1834
5 Days: Your adventure begins with two overnights in vibrant Innsbruck as well as guided sightseeing that includes St. James Cathedral and the Hofkirche. Head north and cross the border into Germany, where you’ll visit one of King Ludwig’s breathtaking fairytale castles. Next up: charming Oberammergau for a performance of the world-renowned Passion Play. Return to Innsbruck, then travel through the majestic Alps to fascinating Bolzano and the mountain resort town of Merano. Your getaway ends in Munich, one of Bavaria’s liveliest cities.
European Sampler prices from $1789
9 Nights: This is an exciting sampler of some of Europe’s main highlights. Start with two nights in London, where guided sightseeing includes a visit to St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Changing of the Guard (if held). Board the Eurostar train to Brussels, followed by a comfortable drive to Amsterdam. Here, a leisurely canal cruise shows you the sights. In Germany, visit Cologne’s impressive twin-spired gothic cathedral, take a cruise down the romantic Rhine River, spend the night in beautiful Heidelberg, and travel through the Black Forest, home of the world’s most famous cuckoo clocks. Cross the border into Switzerland and visit the thundering Rhine Falls before spending two nights in lakeside Lucerne. On through breathtaking alpine scenery and the Burgundy wine area to Paris, where guided sightseeing includes all the highlights as well as a ride up to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.
Hidden Tastes of Europe prices from $1649
9 Nights: See some of Europe’s most beautiful cities on this exciting vacation. Start in Germany’s once-divided capital of Berlin, with guided sightseeing that includes a visit to the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church. South to marvel at the baroque splendor of Dresden, then enjoy sightseeing in magnificent Prague that features the 1,000-year-old Hradcany Castle grounds. Stop in Bratislava, the economic and political center of the Slovak Republic, on your way to Budapest for guided sightseeing that includes Fishermen’s Bastion and the 13th-century Matthias Coronation Church. Arrive in Vienna, with guided sightseeing of the major sights and a visit to St. Stephen’s Cathedral. The vacation ends in Vienna, where optional excursions are available to Schönbrunn Palace, the Vienna Woods, or a concert at a Vienna concert hall.
European Charm prices from $2529
12 Days: See some of Europe’s most famous cities and picturesque towns. Begin in Amsterdam with guided sightseeing, a canal cruise, and a visit to a major diamond center. Heading southeast, enter Germany, pausing in magnificent Cologne to visit its twin-spired gothic cathedral. Next, cruise down the Rhine past lush vineyards and castle-dotted river banks to beautiful Heidelberg and medieval Rothenburg. Spend two nights in Bavarian Munich, then off to King Ludwig’s fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle and the Passion Play village of Oberammergau. Travel through the majestic Alps via Innsbruck to Venice, where a guided walking tour includes St. Mark’s Basilica, Doges’ Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. Stop in Italian-speaking Lugano before arriving in Lucerne to admire its Lion Monument and Chapel Bridge. Spend a night in Montreux, and in Lausanne, board the high-speed TGV train to Paris. Guided sightseeing in the “City of Light” features Notre Dame Cathedral, the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Élysées, and a bird’s-eye view of the city from the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.
Munich, Salzburg, Vienna & Oberammergau prices from $2689
10 Days: Explore the magnificent cities of Munich, Salzburg, and Vienna—in depth! This marvelous vacation features guided sightseeing in each city, with highlight visits to King Ludwig’s fairytale Neuschwanstein Castle, Innsbruck’s opulent Golden Roof, Mozart’s birthplace in Salzburg, and Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna. Optional excursions to Hitler’s Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden and to Bratislava, capital of Slovakia, are also available. On your return to Munich, enjoy a relaxing cruise down the Danube River—a lovely trip for romantics! Extend your tour with the Oberammergau Passion Play (on day 8, continue for a 2-night stay in Oberammergau and attend the Passion Play. Then, return to Munich for one night.