Highlights of Germany
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Highlights of Germany

From
CAD 3,195
Duration
8 days
Countries
Germany
Activity
easy

The adventure

Book your 2026 Highlights of Germany tour with confidence. Free 3 day booking hold and flexible changes. From Berlin to Munich, explore with Trafalgar.

At a glance

Duration
8 days
Route
Berlin → Rothenburg ob der Tauber
Countries
Germany
Activity level
easy
Style
Culture & History
Group size
Ask
Flights
Not included
Solo travellers
Ask an agent

Day by day

Picturesque town by a calm river with dense forest hills in the background at dusk.
Your journey through

Germany

Day 1Welcome to BerlinStart your Central European adventure in Berlin. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers, spend time exploring this remarkable city before enjoying dinner.
Black and white reflection of a 'BERLIN' sign with urban architecture in the background.Welcome to Berlin
Start your Central European adventure in Berlin. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers, spend time exploring this remarkable city before enjoying dinner.
Day 2Explore Bustling BerlinExplore an iconic landmark of Berlin with a guided visit to the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse. See the Neo-Renaissance Reichstag, the Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden with a Local Specialist during your sightseeing tour. Enjoy some free time this afternoon exploring the city on your own or consider joining an Optional Experience delving into Berlin's secret past.
Stunning autumn cityscape of Berlin with the Tiergarten and TV Tower in the background.Berlin
Explore an iconic landmark of Berlin with a guided visit to the Berlin Wall Memorial on Bernauer Strasse. See the Neo-Renaissance Reichstag, the Tiergarten, Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden with a Local Specialist during your sightseeing tour. Enjoy some free time this afternoon exploring the city on your own or consider joining an Optional Experience delving into Berlin's secret past.
Map showing Berlin
Day 3Off to DresdenA short drive south brings you to Dresden, the ‘Florence on the Elbe’. Hear how the city was painstakingly restored after the devastation of World War II, then admire its Baroque beauty as you view the Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace and the fully reconstructed Frauenkirche. Consider delving deeper on an Optional Experience to uncover more of Dresden’s elegant streets and stories. This evening, head to Weingut Aust in Saxony for your Be My Guest experience to explore the vineyards and historic wine cellar before sitting down to a dinner of regional specialties paired with selected estate Rieslings.
Boat on the Elbe River with Dresden's historic bridge in the background, sunny day.Off to Dresden
A short drive south brings you to Dresden, the ‘Florence on the Elbe’. Hear how the city was painstakingly restored after the devastation of World War II, then admire its Baroque beauty as you view the Semper Opera, Zwinger Palace and the fully reconstructed Frauenkirche. Consider delving deeper on an Optional Experience to uncover more of Dresden’s elegant streets and stories. This evening, head to Weingut Aust in Saxony for your Be My Guest experience to explore the vineyards and historic wine cellar before sitting down to a dinner of regional specialties paired with selected estate Rieslings.
Day 4Venture to Historic NurembergVisit the village of Mödlareuth, which inherited the moniker of 'Little Berlin' due to its wall separating East and West Germany. Gain insights into a divided Germany at its open-air museum and see a section of the original wall with its security features. This afternoon, arrive in the Bavarian city of Nuremberg, once the unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire and today the economic, social and cultural capital of Franconia. During your orientation see the mighty castle ramparts and stand in the Hauptmarkt main square which is dominated by the impressive Frauenkirche, a great example of the Gothic brick-style architecture of the region. Spend the rest of your day at leisure indulging in the local specialty of grilled Nürnberger Rostbratwurst with sauerkraut.
Historic half-timbered buildings in Nuremberg's old town under clear blue skies, capturing medieval charm.Venture to Historic Nuremberg
Visit the village of Mödlareuth, which inherited the moniker of 'Little Berlin' due to its wall separating East and West Germany. Gain insights into a divided Germany at its open-air museum and see a section of the original wall with its security features. This afternoon, arrive in the Bavarian city of Nuremberg, once the unofficial capital of the Holy Roman Empire and today the economic, social and cultural capital of Franconia. During your orientation see the mighty castle ramparts and stand in the Hauptmarkt main square which is dominated by the impressive Frauenkirche, a great example of the Gothic brick-style architecture of the region. Spend the rest of your day at leisure indulging in the local specialty of grilled Nürnberger Rostbratwurst with sauerkraut.
Day 5On to Rothenburg and the Black ForestStroll through the cobbled lanes of Rothenburg, a storybook town wrapped in medieval walls. Take in the half-timbered houses and charming market square, then wander past the Old Town Hall at your own pace. Later, journey into the heart of the Black Forest and discover a treasured tradition as you Dive into Culture with a visit to a local cuckoo clock workshop. This evening, settle into your Stays with Stories property at Hofgut Sternen. Before dinner, you’ll join a local expert to hear how this historic estate is embracing innovation and sustainability — a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience that supports the region’s heritage and environment.
Stroll through the cobbled lanes of Rothenburg, a storybook town wrapped in medieval walls. Take in the half-timbered houses and charming market square, then wander past the Old Town Hall at your own pace. Later, journey into the heart of the Black Forest and discover a treasured tradition as you Dive into Culture with a visit to a local cuckoo clock workshop. This evening, settle into your Stays with Stories property at Hofgut Sternen. Before dinner, you’ll join a local expert to hear how this historic estate is embracing innovation and sustainability — a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience that supports the region’s heritage and environment.
Day 6Admire Neuschwanstein Castle and MunichTravel through the beautiful countryside to a land of fables and folklore. This morning, tread in the footsteps of shy King Ludwig II and visit his Neuschwanstein Castle (subject to availability), built as a retreat for the king to withdraw from public life. Continue through the beautiful countryside to Munich.
Travel through the beautiful countryside to a land of fables and folklore. This morning, tread in the footsteps of shy King Ludwig II and visit his Neuschwanstein Castle (subject to availability), built as a retreat for the king to withdraw from public life. Continue through the beautiful countryside to Munich.
Day 7Explore MunichTake in the distinctive towers of the Cathedral, strolling through Marienplatz and seeing the impressive town hall with its charming Glockenspiel. A short walk leads to the 13th-century St. Peter’s Church, the Viktualien food market square, and a traditional beer hall. Spend the afternoon with a Local Specialist at the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial, a powerful experience that offers insight into this dark chapter of history. End the day over dinner with your fellow travelers, reminiscing about the journey and the moments that made it unforgettable.
Take in the distinctive towers of the Cathedral, strolling through Marienplatz and seeing the impressive town hall with its charming Glockenspiel. A short walk leads to the 13th-century St. Peter’s Church, the Viktualien food market square, and a traditional beer hall. Spend the afternoon with a Local Specialist at the Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial, a powerful experience that offers insight into this dark chapter of history. End the day over dinner with your fellow travelers, reminiscing about the journey and the moments that made it unforgettable.
Day 8Farewell GermanyAfter breakfast, say a fond farewell at the end of a memorable journey through the highlights of Germany.
A well-lit, picturesque entrance of a modern home in Achim, Germany during sunset.Farewell Germany
After breakfast, say a fond farewell at the end of a memorable journey through the highlights of Germany.

Discover Germany

A glimpse of the destination you'll explore.

A picturesque view of a riverside town by a serene lake surrounded by verdant forests.
Stunning autumn view of Hohenschwangau Castle amid mountains, lake, and forest.
Charming architecture of Meissen town reflecting in the Elbe River at sunset.
Scenic view of lush green Bavarian Alps in summer near Kempten, Germany.
Lush green fields and trees in a rural landscape, Coesfeld, Germany, on a bright spring day.

Upcoming departures

DatesPrice / personAvailability
5 Jun 202612 Jun 2026CAD 4,195AvailableBook my trip
19 Jun 202626 Jun 2026CAD 3,803AvailableBook my trip
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