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Best of Germany
13 Days starting from $2,150

Countries Visited:
Germany, Germany

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Length: 13 Days
Type: First Class 2008
Category: Regional Europe
Operator: Trafalgar
Tour Code: GBOG
   
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Frankfurt, Cologne, Hamburg, Berlin, Dresden, Nuremberg, Rothenburg, Munich, Oberammergau, Neuschwanstein, Baden-Baden, Heidelberg

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing
  • Details
  • SPECIALS

Sightseeing Highlights
  • Frankfurt: Orientation of this impressive city.
  • Rhine Valley: Scenic Rhine Cruise seeing the Lorelei Rock (weather permitting).
  • Cologne: See the gothic Cathedral.
  • Hamburg: Orientation including the Inner Alster Lake.
  • Berlin: Sightseeing tour of this re-united city.
  • Dresden: Orientation includes the Zwinger Palace and Opera House.
  • Modlareuth: Visit the ''Little Berlin'' village and museum.
  • Bayreuth: See the Wagner Festival Theatre.
  • Nuremberg: Orientation includes St. Sebald''s Cathedral.
  • Rothenburg: Orientation of this medieval city.
  • Munich: Orientation including the Olympic Stadium, Marienplatz and Glockenspiel.
  • Dachau: Visit the World War II Concentration Camp.
  • Oberammergau: Visit the Passion Play village.
  • Neuschwanstein: See the Castle.
  • Titisee: See the Black Forest where cuckoo clocks were invented.
  • Baden-Baden: Orientation of this elegant Black Forest spa-town.
  • Heidelberg: Visit the castle courtyard.
  • Scenic drives: Lower Saxony, Bavarian Alps, Romantic Road, Lake Titisee and Black Forest.

Dining Highlights
  • 1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Frankfurt
  • 11 Hot Buffet breakfasts
  • 5 three-course dinners in hotels
  • 1 local speciality restaurant dinner in Munich
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Frankfurt
18 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)
First Class Travel Highlights
  • The services of one of Trafalgar''s top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A qualified local city guide in Berlin.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar’s luxury air-conditioned coaches with onboard washroom.
  • Stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Frankfurt Airport Transfers will be provided on Days 2 and 13. Transfers on arrival at Frankfurt Airport will operate at 09.30 and 12.00. Passengers arriving later should make their own way to the first hotel. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Frankfurt Airport at 08.00 and 10.00.
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It''s that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-21.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by coach. Gatwick Airport: Inbound transfers operate between 06.00-12.30. Outbound transfers are timed to connect with scheduled flights departing between 08.00-23.00. Transfers will be by express train and coach. Transfers outside these times will be at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar''s Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don''t coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must
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  • Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Frankfurt.


  • Day 2 - Arrive Frankfurt (Offenbach) On arrival at Frankfurt airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. Late this afternoon, we enjoy an orientation tour of the city''s financial centre and medieval Romerplatz. Later we enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and fellow travellers.

    Hotel: Sheraton Offenbach


  • Day 3 - Frankfurt (Offenbach) – Rhine Cruise – Cologne A morning drive brings us to St. Goar where we embark on a relaxing Rhine Cruise. We disembark in Boppard, and rejoin our coach as we drive past Bonn, Beethoven''s birthplace. Then we continue our journey to Cologne to see its gothic Cathedral, before dinner at our hotel tonight. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Dorint Hotel an der Messe


  • Day 4 - Cologne – Hamburg After breakfast this morning we drive into Lower Saxony en route to our hotel in Hamburg for the night. On our arrival why not enjoy a cruise on the harbour? Later, an orientation tour of the city shows us the major points of interest including the inner Alster Lake. Dinner will be served at our hotel tonight. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Leonardo Hotel Hamburg Stillhorn


  • Day 5- Hamburg – Berlin (2 nights) This morning we leave Hamburg to travel on the ''autobahn'' following the valley of the River Elbe crossing the former ''Iron Curtain'' to the historic city of Berlin for our two-night stay. (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Hilton (2 nights)


  • Day 6 - Berlin sightseeing & at leisure Today highlights of East and West are featured on our sightseeing tour including the Bran­den­burg Gate, Unter den Linden Boulevard, German State Opera House, Reichstag Building, Tiergarten and the shopping and entertainment district of Kurfürsten­damm. The rest of your day is at leisure to explore further. (Buffet Breakfast)


  • Day 7 - Berlin – Dresden Our journey today brings us to Dresden – known as ''Florence on the Elbe''. On our arrival an orientation tour shows us highlights of this astonishing Renaissance city including the Opera House and Zwinger Palace. Later, why not take an excursion into the Elbe Valley to visit the Bastei Belvedere? (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Steigenberger Parkhotel


  • Day 8 - Dresden – Modlareuth – Bayreuth – Nuremberg Our first stop this morning is at Modlareuth, which the Americans called, ''Little Berlin'' – the ideal destination for people who wish to experience recent German history. Here we will visit the open-air museum, which includes watching a film on this unique village as well as, experiencing its towers and fortifications. From here we continue our journey to Bayreuth where we see the Wagner Festival Theatre. Next it''s only a short drive to Nuremberg, once one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. On our arrival an orientation tour will show us the mighty ramparts, bustling market place and St. Sebald''s Cathedral as part of our walking tour of the city. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Mercure Woehrdersee


  • Day 9 - Nuremberg – Rothenburg – Munich (2 nights) Today after breakfast we drive to the ''chocolate-box'' town of Rothenburg. Here a walking tour with our Tour Director reveals half timbered houses, the old Town Hall and a special Hidden Treasure. Then time to shop for wooden Christmas ornaments before we drive along the Romantic Road to the lively Bavarian capital, Munich for the night. This evening, why not visit the Hofbräuhaus, the world''s most famous beer hall? (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Hilton City (2 nights)


  • Day 10 - Munich orientation & at leisure After breakfast, we enjoy an orientation tour which highlights the Olympic Stadium, Ludwigstrasse and Marienplatz with its famous Glockenspiel Carillon. Later, there''s time at leisure. You may wish to visit some of the city''s fine museums or take an optional excursion to the Nymphenburg Palace. This evening, we will enjoy dinner in a specially selected restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)


  • Day 11 - Munich – Dachau – Oberammergau – Black Forest (Breitnau) This morning, we drive to Dachau village where we visit the sinister concentration camp for sobering reminders of the horrors of World War II. From here our ascent into the Bavarian Alps brings us to the famous Passion Play village of Oberammergau. Next we will continue on to view Neuschwanstein, mad King Ludwig''s fairytale castle. Then the scenery of our drive along the Bavarian pre-alpine range is enough to take your breath away! Finally, we arrive in the hills of the Black Forest to stop at Lake Titisee, famous for its cuckoo clocks. Tonight, we dine at our picturesque hotel in the heart of this beautiful region. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Best Western Hofgut Sternen


  • Day 12 - Black Forest (Breitnau) – Heidelberg – Frankfurt (Offenbach) Today''s scenic drive brings us to the elegant city of Baden-Baden, famous for its spa and casino. Then on to the ''Student Prince'' city of Heidelberg with its dominant castle for a walking tour through the Castle courtyards. From here, it''s only a short trip on the autobahn as we journey back to Frankfurt for the final night of our German extravaganza. Tonight we enjoy a Farewell Dinner together with our Tour Director. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

    Hotel: Sheraton Offenbach


  • Day 13 - Frankfurt (Offenbach) – USA This morning after breakfast there''s time to bid farewell to new-found friends as we transfer you to the airport for your return flight to America. (Buffet Breakfast)



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* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.
  • Frankfurt
  • Rhine Valley
  • Cologne
  • Hamburg
  • Berlin
  • Dresden
  • Modlareuth
  • Bayreuth
  • Nuremberg
  • Rothenburg
  • Munich
  • Dachau
  • Oberammergau
  • Neuschwanstein
  • Titisee
  • Baden-Baden
  • Heidelberg
All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations).
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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New to Trafalgar? Receive a complimentary pre or post night.

Traveled with Trafalgar before? Choose between a complimentary pre or post night OR double your Trafaglar Club Discount to 10% off of the land tour rate.

Offer ends July 31, 2008

*Terms and Conditions: All prices quoted are in US dollars and are per person, land only, based on double occupancy. Special Offer is valid on all new air-inclusive 2008/09 Europe Value Season (November 2008 – April 2009) bookings, except Trafalgar’s City Breaks tours Winter in London and London & Paris, when deposited by July 31, 2008. To receive the complimentary pre- or post- night mention code: TVLSN13 when booking. To receive the double Trafalgar Travel Club Discount of 10% (on land portion of tour only) mention code: TVLSN23 when booking. Double Trafalgar Travel Club Discount of 10% valid for past Trafalgar passengers only and not valid on Egypt or Israel tours. Offer combinable with brochure discounts but are not valid with any other promotional offer. Subject to availability, not valid on groups, cannot be booked online and can be withdrawn at any time. Other conditions may apply. †Per day, per person price of $111 is based on Trafalgar’s Christmas in Paris vacation. CST# 2077132-20


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EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

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All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.


   
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