German Castles & History

Today is dedicated to Berlin as the upcoming metropolis of contrasts. Visit historical places, such as the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag, before you learn more about the cultural Berlin during a visit of the unique Museum Island. Stroll along the political Berlin around Pariser Platz and Tiergarten, dive into Berlin’s history as “the divided city” at Checkpoint Charlie, get to know the new Berlin at Potsdamer Platz and see the young Berlin featured at Hackescher Markt. Overnight in Berlin.

After breakfast drive to Potsdam, famous for its great historical and cultural legacy. Immerse yourself in Potsdam’s history, feel the cultural diversity, the Italian flair and the influence of French culture. Magnificent palaces, romantic gardens and historic squares will tell of the past. In the afternoon visit of world-famous Sanssouci Palace, built by Frederick the Great as his summer residence. Overnight in Berlin.

In the morning travel to Dresden, also called “Florence on River Elbe” and one of the most charming German destinations. The city has a long history as the royal residence for the Electors and Kings of Saxony, who for centuries furnished it with cultural and artistic splendour. Afternoon at leisure to explore Dresden on your own. Overnight in Dresden.

Discover more of Dresden during a private guided city tour, focusing on the city’s eventful history. End the tour at the reconstructed Frauenkirche, a symbol of reconciliation and peace in the world. Overnight in Dresden.

Today the tour continues to Eisenach. Enjoy a guided tour including the Bach Museum, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Monument, Luther House, St George’s Church and visit to Wartburg Castle, where Martin Luther translated the New Testament from the original Greek texts into German. Overnight in Eisenach.

Heidelberg After breakfast onward journey to Heidelberg. The name of Heidelberg stands for the world-famous castle and a picturesque old town in breathtakingly beautiful surroundings. The city of Heidelberg is known for both: for Germany’s oldest university and modern research facilities, for historic streets and a lively university atmosphere. Overnight in Heidelberg.

Guided tour of Heidelberg’s historic town center and the castle, which houses the largest wooden barrel in the world and the German Pharmacy Museum. Overnight in Heidelberg.

In the morning you continue to Nuremberg, a real lively and urban place. Discover the harmonious interplay of historic buildings and modern architecture during a walk through the most beautiful old town and indulge yourselves by tasting famous Nuremberg bratwurst and gingerbread. Overnight in Nuremberg.

In the morning you will learn all about Nuremberg’s dark history during a guided tour of the Former Nazi Party Rally Ground. You will hear about the “Nuremberg Rallies”, the “Nuremberg Laws” and the “Nuremberg Trials” which link the city’s name up to the present to the period of the Nazi rule. In the afternoon continuation to Munich, known as the gate to the Bavarian Alps, home to the popular soccer club FC Bayern München and world-famous for the Oktoberfest. Overnight in Munich.

Get to know Munich during a grand circle sightseeing bus tour. Discover this magnificent city while driving by the most interesting locations, such as the Pinakotheks, the Olympic Stadium or BMW World and look forward to a visit of famous Nymphenburg Palace. Then you will move on to the heart of the city to discover the historic center, including the food market Viktualienmmarkt, St. Peter Church, Marienplatz square and the New Town Hall. Overnight in Munich.

After breakfast private transfer to Munich Airport and end of tour.

On your last full day in Vietnam, you are transferred to Ben Tre, one of the country’s most Southern provinces. Discover lush surroundings of rice paddies and fruit farms alongside the narrow village roads before boarding a small private cruise ship to navigate the Mekong and its channels. An interesting afternoon filled with family and local workshop visits awaits to allow for an even deeper look into the daily lives of the fruitful Mekong Delta’s inhabitants.