Germany

Europe’s Vividly Bustling Rhineland

Spoken Language

German (95.0%)

Main Currency

Euro

Largest City

Berlin (3.6 million)

Largest Border

Austria (801 km)

Simply Inspiring!

Germany sets the scene with a wistful wonderland of vivid vistas and historical presences. Walk freely through The Brandenberg Gates that once historically separated east and West Berlin (the Iron Curtain). Climb the winding steps of Germany’s countless medieval castles (schlosses) that inspired Walt Disney to construct his centerpiece at The Magic Kingdom! Amaze at Cologne’s magnificent city centerpiece Cathedral and stone constructed urban architectures. Experience the confluence of the Rhine and Mosel rivers in Koblenz – Germany’s home of superbly crafted wines. Walk the wondrous Black Forest (Schwarzwald) and encounter vast expanses of hills, valleys, and forests stretching from the splendid Spa-town of Baden Baden to the Swiss border. Bratwurst, schnitzels and strudels never tasted so good in the fascinating land where they are created!

Recommended Activities

Berchtesgaden and the Eagle’s Nest

Set within the Bavarian Alps on the Austrian border sits the municipality of Berchtesgaden, a charming town as well as a national park. Splendid alpine views surround you from every vista as you delve into the town’s array of attractions which include the Dokumentation Obersalzberg museum which chronicles the Nazi era, the 500 year old history of the Salzbergwerk Berchtesgaden salt mines, exciting alpine skiing with lifts to the Obersalzberg and Rossfeld ski areas, scenic meandering trails crossing Berchtesgaden National Park, and a visit to Hitler’s lofty Eagle’s Nest former retreat, the Kehlsteinhaus which today is a unique mountain top restaurant with unsurpassed alpine views.

Up, Up and Away in Friedrichshafen

The image of a colossal silver airship invariably brings to mind the name Zeppelin. And the town of Friedrichshafen in southern Germany is where these amazing aircraft are designed, built and flown. And today you have the unique opportunity to take to the skies in unparalleled luxury and safety aboard a modern spacious Graf Zeppelin airship voyage.

The overall sensation of a Zeppelin airship flight is more akin to floating serenely, and often silently in sublime contrast to noisy conventional aircraft travel. This very aspect truly enhances your enjoyment of unhurried aerial views of Frierichshafen and the surrounding area’s glorious countryside.

Munich, the Beer Capital (or Oktoberfest)

Probably the most frequently heard word in and around Munich is “prost,” the gleeful German greeting for cheers! Universally recognized as the beer capital of the world, Munich is Germany’s fun-filled, bustling capital city of Bavaria.

And although Oktoberfest is undoubtedly the year’s signature festival of all things beer, Munich also proudly celebrates its festive foaming finery all year round with their very popular “Beer Challenge Tour” which guides you through an array of the city’s revered beer halls, beer gardens, and eagerly shares its time honored brewing heritage and beer culture every evening of the week starting at 6pm.

Other Great Things to See and Do

Heidelberg Tour

The epitome of Germany’s rich romantic heritage is to be found beside the banks of the River Neckar in the Gothic city of Heidelberg in the south west.

Cologne Tour

Over 2000 years old, the spirited city of Cologne is the nation’s largest in area and embraces a wide variety of modern attitudes within a traditional influence.

The Royal Castle of Herrenchiemsee

King Ludwig II selected this island to build this impressive Royal Palace, similar to Versailles, and intended as a Temple of Fame for France’s King Louis XIV.

The Royal Castles Neuschwanstein and Linderhof

By visiting these incredible masterpieces, Walt Disney gained the inspiration to recreate them in the design of Disneyland’s iconic Sleeping Beauty castle.

Berlin Segway Tour

The Segway personal transport offers a convenient and fun way of scooting your way around the multitude of attractions that this remarkable city has to offer.

A Fairytale Christmas in Nuremburg

The city’s much loved Christmas market draws visitors from across the globe. Its lively setting couldn’t be any more fitting with festive flair and a year round Yuletide flavor.