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- Platinum Operator
- Trafalgar
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 20 - 48
- Age range 5 to 99
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Frankfurt's Römerberg and financial district
- Cruise the Rhine and lunch in a 13th-century castle
- Tour Hamburg's iconic sights and maritime heritage
- Discover Berlin's landmarks and ascend the TV Tower
- Visit Neuschwanstein Castle and the Black Forest
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Welcome to Frankfurt
- Day 2 Cruise Along the Rhine and Journey to Cologne Connect with Locals
- Day 3 Onwards to the Port City of Hamburg
- Day 4 Journey to Berlin
- Day 5 Discover the History and Icons of Berlin
- Day 6 Off to Dresden
- Day 7 Venture to Historic Nuremberg
- Day 8 Continue to Medieval Rothenburg and Munich
- Day 9 Explore Munich
- Day 10 Admire Neuschwanstein Castle and the Black Forest
- Day 11 On to Heidelberg and Frankfurt Dive Into Culture
- Day 12 Farewell Germany
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Sheraton Offenbach
HotelDays 1, 11Mercure Koeln Belfortstrasse
Hotelday 2Crowne Plaza City Alster
Hotelday 3Catalonia Berlin Mitte
HotelDays 4, 5Bilderberg Bellevue Dresden
Hotelday 6NH Collection Nuremberg City
Hotelday 7Holiday Inn Westpark
HotelDays 8, 9Hofgut Sternen
Hotelday 10
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Operated by
Trafalgar
Number of tours
432
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
6 hours
Response rate
84%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- EEdelyn· September 20th, 2024Excellence service with friendly Tour Director . Meals & hotel are good . Places of interest was awesome .Show more
Trafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for being our guest and travelling with us. We are thrilled you have chosen us to be your host.Trip date: October 2023 
jeannine· August 8th, 2024The tour director Maria was greatShow moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewWe are pleased you have enjoyed the company of our Travel Director the service which as provided to you. It would be our pleasure to host you again.
Trip date: July 2024- AMAmin· May 31st, 2024Guide was excellent Driver was the sameShow moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for your fantastic review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the services provided by our On The Road Team and found them exceptional. They are indeed a valuable asset to our company. We appreciate you choosing to travel with us to... Show moreTrip date: May 2024
- SDSUSAN· October 20th, 2023The trip was packed with activities and experiences. The tour director was excellent. Christina was very helpful and friendly. We purchased all the optional experiences and thought all were worthwhile except the last one. We will book a similar trip in the futureShow moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for your review during your time in Germany. We hope you had the opportunity to witness the beauty of the Black Forest-inspired fables and fairy tales. No one knows how to create a better experience for our guests than our dedicated Travel... Show moreTrip date: October 2023
- LBLeticia· July 21st, 2023The Best of Germany tour was such an amazing experience that I'll never forget. The itinerary was really great, especially in such a short amount of time. Amy was full of knowledge about this beautiful country & I really enjoyed listening to the history of the country & the passion she bought to the tour. The hotels were great, although no air con can be quite challenging when it's a hot day, but so many European hotels are similar - so more just something to note. I do wish we spent more time away from the major cities & was able to explorer more of the regional parts of Germany e.g. Black Forest, Rothenberg etc. Overall such an incredible time in Germany & would absolutely use Trafalgar again.Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for your feedback during your time in Germany. We do regret to learn that some hotels did not meet your expectations, and we would like to apologise for any discomfort caused as a result. Please be assured that your comments will be... Show moreTrip date: July 2023
- Tamara· June 25th, 2022The tour director, Mike, was fabulous. We saw so many sights in 12 days that we would never have been able to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were all great. A fantastic trip!Show moreTrip date: May 2022
- AAnal· May 24th, 2022Trip was great. Loved all the places where we went. Coach was kept clean. Hosts and driver were very nice and thorough to provide cultural experience. Over all it was great.Show moreTrip date: September 2021
- Diana· October 15th, 2021Hello, The 12days the best of Germany were a...Show moreTrip date: October 2021
- AEAndrew· September 17th, 2021Well organized and worth the money.Trip date: September 2021
- KKathyWalsh· September 19th, 2019WAY too much bus time which unfortunately means not enough time at any of the locations; I would recommend Trafalgar, but definitely not the Best Of Germany tour.Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewHere at Trafalgar, our guests' satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us. Therefore, we are saddened that you felt that overall too much time was spent travelling to each destination and that not enough time was spent at the iconic sights in the... Show moreTrip date: September 2019
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Laura
Asked on May 3rd, 2025Do you go on The High Speed Train to berlin? Or is it all Bus?
TrafalgarOperator•Written May 2025There will be Rhine Valley Cruise on Day 2. The rest of the destinations will be travelled via Motorcoach. There will be no train as mode of transport for this tour.
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Tina
Asked on April 8th, 2025Is travel principally by coach? What is the approx. normal morning departure time?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written April 2025
Transportation: Travel during this trip will primarily be by motorcoach (bus), offering a relaxed and scenic way to explore the destinations. Morning Departure Time: The approximate departure time each morning is around 08:00 AM, giving you enough time to enjoy breakfast and prepare for the day ahead.
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Léa
Asked on March 4th, 2025How do I confirm my travel dates with you?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written March 2025
You can confirm your travel dates by selecting the 'book now' button once you are ready.
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Celia
Asked on February 17th, 2025Is travel insurance required for the tour?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written February 2025
Travel insurance is highly recommended to participate in any of our tours.
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Natasha
Asked on February 2nd, 2025How do I find out about the food served? Will it be mostly German fare?
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Natasha
Traveler•Written February 2025Why does the 12 day tour cost so much more than the 15? When we have free time, will there be someone for me to walk about with? I don't want to be in a foreign city alone.
- TrafalgarOperator•Written February 2025
Regarding your concerns about exploring while on tour, please note that this is a guided tour, and you will be traveling and sightseeing with the group. However, during the free time, guests typically explore the city on their own. If you make friends during the tour, you can certainly join them or encourage them to explore together. As for the food, the tour may also feature traditional German cuisine, allowing you to experience the local culture of the countries you will be visiting. Additionally, hotels often serve a variety of international dishes, so guests from all over the world can enjoy a range of options.
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Natasha
Traveler•Written February 2025Is it possible to talk with someone tomorrow so I can get this booked? I am new here
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Assia
Asked on January 25th, 2025How can I find out if the Neuschwanstein Castle is open to visit?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2025
Entry into Neuschwanstein Castle will depend on availability; guests will be informed on their travels.
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Marjanne
Asked on November 14th, 2024What should I do if I miss my scheduled transfer?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
No refunds or compensation are available for missed transfers due to delays or scheduling mismatches.
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Henry
Asked on November 7th, 2024Are flights included or do we book our own?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
The adventures we offer will not include international airfare, as travellers can join the trip from many different countries. You will be responsible for booking your own flights to meet at the starting city of your adventure. We recommend you do not book your airfare until your place is confirmed and guaranteed to depart.
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Nóra
Asked on September 10th, 2024How many people are typically in a tour group?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written September 2024
The average group size is between 40 to 45 guests with a maximum of 48.
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Sofiane
Asked on June 27th, 2024What is the correct price for the Best of Germany tour?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written June 2024
The final price for the tour is $5,850. Pricing can vary based on the booking conditions.
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