10-Day Germany Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 10-day Germany tour itineraries

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• 10 Days in Bavaria Cycling, incl. Bamberg and Frankfurt

  A grand German circuit connects 9 historic cities over 10 days, spanning 398 km from Bamberg to Frankfurt. Remarkable UNESCO sites, Baroque palaces, and medieval towns await, with stays at premium hotels like Romantik Hotel Messerschmitt. Total costs around $1,200.

  

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  • Day 1

    Bamberg

    Start in UNESCO-listed Bamberg, spread across seven hills. The medieval old town is incredibly well preserved. Be sure to see the Old Town Hall sitting on its own island in the Regnitz River. Bring light layers, as Bamberg's cobblestone streets can be cool in the morning, even during summer.

    
  • Day 2

    Bamberg to Hassfurt (42km)

    Cycle the well-maintained Main Cycle Path. The flat route works well for beginners. Stop at the Maria Limbach pilgrim church, a beautiful baroque building by Balthasar Neumann. The ride takes 4-5 hours with photo stops. Stay overnight in quiet Hassfurt.

    
  • Day 3

    Hassfurt to Volkach (55km)

    The riverside path takes you past private castles to the wine village of Volkach. Look for signs along the well-marked route. Pack a basic repair kit since bike shops are limited in this rural area. Visit the baroque Schelfenhaus palace and try some local Silvaner wine in the evening.

    
  • Day 4

    Volkach to Würzburg (65km)

    A longer ride through Franconia's best wine country. Take a lunch break in Sommerach or Dettelbach. In Würzburg, make time for the UNESCO-listed Residence Palace. A recent cyclist shared: "The view of Marienberg Fortress from the Old Main Bridge at sunset is stunning - arrive by 6 PM if possible to catch the golden hour."

    
  • Day 5

    Würzburg to Lohr am Main (60km)

    Visit the Veitshöchheim Rococo Garden before cycling to medieval Karlstadt for coffee. The path stays mostly flat but gets crowded in summer. Start early to beat the heat. Your day ends in Lohr am Main, said to be the inspiration for Snow White.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Lohr to Wertheim (44km) and on to Miltenberg (36km)

    Two easier days let you explore tiny Rothenfels and Wertheim Castle. The medieval Market Square in Miltenberg offers great photos. Pick hotels in the old town centers.

    
  • Day 8

    Miltenberg to Aschaffenburg (40km)

    Ride through Klingenberg's red wine region. The path follows the river closely, perfect for cooling off on warm days. Check out the unusual Pompejanum in Aschaffenburg, a recreated Roman villa.

    
  • Day 9

    Aschaffenburg to Frankfurt (56km)

    Take the small ferry across the Main at Seligenstadt, then continue through Hanau, where the Brothers Grimm were born. Watch for commuter bikes near Frankfurt. Finish at the Museumsufer district and celebrate with apple wine in Sachsenhausen.

    
  • Day 10

    Frankfurt

    Explore Frankfurt's mix of modern and historic sights. The city's bike paths make it simple to return your rental bike anywhere central.

    

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• 10 Day Germany Itinerary, incl. Berlin and Munich

  A 10-day German tour takes you through 4 major cities. Marvel at Berlin's Brandenburg Gate, Dresden's baroque quarter, medieval Rothenburg, and Munich's Marienplatz. The journey includes a tour of Neuschwanstein Castle and a boat ride on Königssee.

  

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  • Days 1-2

    Berlin

    Start in Berlin with time to adjust to jet lag. Book a flight that lands before 2 PM to avoid rush hour traffic from BER airport. On day two, take the morning walking tour at 10 AM near Brandenburg Gate. Bring €5-10 cash for the guide. Visit Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial in the afternoon. It's 45 minutes from Berlin by S-Bahn. Plan your visit around closing times: 6 PM in summer and 4:30 PM in winter.

    
  • Days 3-4

    Dresden

    Take an early train from Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Dresden (2.5 hours). You can store your luggage at Dresden's central station for €5 to explore the rebuilt old town right away. The next day, visit Bastei Bridge in Saxon Switzerland National Park. Take S-Bahn S1 to Pirna, then bus 237 to Bastei. The trip takes about an hour. Get there before 11 AM to beat the crowds.

    
  • Days 5-6

    Nuremberg

    The train to Nuremberg takes 4 hours from Dresden. Stay near the Altstadt for easy access to main sights. Take a day trip to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Trains run every hour and take 1.5 hours each way. Visit between 8-10 AM before tour groups arrive to see this medieval town at its best.

    
  • Days 7-9

    Munich

    It's a 2-hour train ride from Nuremberg to Munich. Walk around the historic center and Marienplatz. For Neuschwanstein Castle, book the 9 AM tour and arrive 30 minutes early for tickets. Want to see Königssee? Take the early regional train to Berchtesgaden (2.5 hours) and bus 841 to the lake. The 8:30 AM boat gives you the best views before the midday haze.

    
  • Day 10

    Departure

    Book afternoon flights from Munich Airport. Morning traffic can be unpredictable. The S-Bahn from central Munich takes 45 minutes. Give yourself extra time during rush hour.

    

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• 10 Day Germany Itinerary, incl. Berlin and Munich

  

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  • Day 1

    Frankfurt

    Begin your German adventure in Frankfurt's financial district. Head to MainTower for citywide views. Visit around 4:30 PM in winter or 8 PM in summer to avoid the crowds. The observation deck gives you a good overview of the city layout.

    
  • Day 2

    Rhine Valley & Cologne (310 km)

    Take a morning Rhine cruise from Rüdesheim. Sit on the left side of the boat to see the castles. The 2-hour cruise passes old fortresses and hillside vineyards. In Cologne visit the Cathedral but be ready for 533 steep steps to the top. Stop by the Romano-Germanic Museum just 5 minutes away to see well-preserved Roman ruins.

    
  • Day 3

    Hamelin & Hamburg (490 km)

    Leave early for Hamelin. Join the Pied Piper walking tour at 11:30 AM from Market Square. Look for rat markers in the ground that show you the story route. When you get to Hamburg check out the St. Pauli fish market if it's Sunday evening.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Berlin (400 km)

    Stop at the UNESCO site of Lübeck on your way to Berlin. It's known for marzipan and historic Hanseatic buildings. A recent visitor said: "Get the 3-day Museum Pass. We saved hours by skipping lines at Pergamon and Neues Museum. But book your Reichstag dome visit separately at least a week ahead." Spend one day at East Side Gallery and Checkpoint Charlie another at Museum Island and Brandenburg Gate.

    
  • Day 6

    Dresden & Leipzig (360 km)

    Start with a guided tour in Dresden. Get to Frauenkirche by 9:30 AM before tour groups arrive. The Zwinger's Glockenspiel concert starts at 10:15 AM. Visit Leipzig in the afternoon. If you like Bach try to catch the 3 PM Motette at Thomaskirche on Fridays.

    
  • Days 7-8

    Nuremberg & Romantic Road (400 km)

    Visit the Bauhaus Museum in Weimar before going to medieval Nuremberg. Plan your time well as the Nazi Party Rally Grounds Documentation Center closes at 6 PM. Next day see Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Walk the city walls early before crowds arrive at 10 AM. Stay for the Night Watchman's Tour at 8 PM.

    
  • Days 9-10

    Munich

    Start at Marienplatz. A local tip: "Watch the Glockenspiel at 5 PM instead of noon. It's the same show with fewer people." Book a morning food tour at Viktualienmarkt when vendors are busy. Finish your trip at the Hofbräuhaus after 7 PM when tourist numbers drop.

    

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