Sleep in Munich. Fly into Munich and out of Berlin. ", outstanding itinerary, very professional guides great group of fellow travelers, "When I found out that joining a Rick Steves Tour was a little like joining a cult. Our guide Iris was just great, other tour members were friendly and fun, and the trip itinerary was great. Walking through Grindlewald and the Red in the Roses and the Purple colors. "We loved Hallstatt--the private boat ride for an introduction to the area, the old-world hotel, and the winding "back streets"--just so relaxing and unique.". Europe 10 Day Trip to Germany Austria Switzerland Itinerary "There were so many "wow" moments but my favorites were the Swiss Alps and Lake Hallstatt. And the alphorn and accordion player concert with a view of the alps was just perfect! I felt the balance between guided tours and free time to explore museums and hike on our own was perfect. We were very excited to be able to take the tour, after having our scheduled trip cancelled in 2020 due to Covid. Our group of fellow travelers were wonderful and kind! We had zero expectations for that section of the trip. This was our first experience with a group tour, and we found it to be an excellent balance of great education and leadership from our guide, Thomas, and local guides, as well as ample free time to explore on our own. She gave history behind every place we were visiting. "The Lauterbrunnen Valley was one of the more impressive places Ive ever been in my life. Of course, this can change depending on the route you are I feel like I learned a lot of world history. Hopefully I'll have an opportunity to discuss that more in the review. "Neuschwanstein Castle was the reason we booked this particular tour and it did not disappoint. We really enjoyed the Gutach open air museum in the Black Forest.". The tour may not return until after midnight. Finishing the hike with lunch at Grindelwaldblick's patio tables -- sipping a Rugenbru with the Eiger, Mnch and Jungfrau within reach -- was a true moment in time.". Day 2: Arrive in Frankfurt / Night Watchmans Tour. Hotels all provided pleasant stay, enjoyed breakfasts and pleasant staff. Life Changing. The scenery, churches, castles, Mauthsuaen Holocaust memorial, Murren, and Lake Hallstatt were wondeful. You'll have the afternoon free to take a brisk mountain walk or explore more of the Berner Oberland on your own before we regroup for dinner. 3. Loved the Switzerland portion enough that I think well return for that tour. "The two castles, Burg Eltz and Neuschwanstein.". We had a guided hike with a picnic and it was amazing. "The location of the hotel in Switzerland was amazing. This morning we'll make our way to postcard-pretty Lake Hallstatt. Loved the town & salt mine.". It was so fun to meet our guide, Tara, and our tour group members. everything that i have come to expect from a rs tour. We are hooked on RS Tours! He was outstanding. Tara and Ruby were our guides. Alternatively, you can fly into Frankfurt am Main (FRA) as this airport will have the most direct flights. We had so much fun!. Gtes htels chambres d'htes et campings de Vende au bord de la mer, dans le Marais Poitevin ou autour du Puy du Fou. ", It was a good combination of culture, local lore, history, and fun, "Hiking the Swiss Alps was the most fun ever!!!!". Had to ride the Ferris wheel during our free time". ", "Swiss Alps. The beautiful mountains and wildflowers and of course the cows! I could have listened to him all day!". "In Switzerland, looking out my window and seeing the Monch, Eiger, and Jungfrau gleaming in the sun, as well as our cable car ride up to the Schlithorn, and doing the "Thrill Walk". This was my first Rick Steves tour. Salzburg is a perfect town for a walking tour, and that's how we'll spend our morning: strolling under the wrought-iron signs of the Getreidegasse, going Baroque at the Salzburg Cathedral, and exploring the Mirabell Gardens. We had lovely, heavenly views from our hotel, and took some hikes in the breathtaking nature that surrounds the area. this is my 9th rs tour. She has such a fun personality and sense of humor. We enjoyed the trip very much but if we do another in the future will probably focus on those with less travel time / more time to explore the destinations. Before leaving the valley behind, we'll stop in the ber-quaint village of Beilstein for lunch together along the riverbank. The concentration camp visit at the Mauthausen Memorial was beyond sobering.". Beyond breath-taking!". And a special shout-out to Iris, our tour guide, who was so generous in what and how she shared her vast experience (and her patience) with us. A fun mix of education, scheduled activities, and free time. For me personally, Lake Hallstatt. Light to strenuous walking (your choice). When I opened the drapes to the balcony of our room we saw a view of the mountains that was amazing. Although only for a few minutes it was stunning! Overall, the experience was wonderful. Salzburg and Hallstatt were also highlights. The overall itinerary was diverse and well planned, would eliminate Baden Baden.if possible would add another day in Salzburg. This morning's drive takes us to the Mosel River and the mighty Burg Eltz Europe's oldest castle still in use as a residence where we'll tour the complex and experience firsthand how lords and ladies lived 500 years ago. We waited 3 years for this trip!!! Tour Grindelwald and Interlaken from Lucerne. Last, but not least our wonderful guide, Andrea and our fellow tour members!". As usual, the Rick Steves' guides are the best. Web1. Terrific tour guide. "Tour with Gerhard including the tour of the Opera House when we were the only persons in there. I would have rather gone to Rothenburg over Munich. Signing up & paying for tour was great. Sleep in Baden-Baden. I like the third man museum and history yet I felt only one day there wouldve been suffice. He gave us many options for things to do once we got to our destination. Sleep in Munich. This was not a deterrent as we had many great conversations with the entire group and saw a lot of beautiful places. I love love our guide Thomas!! There was so much variety. "The Berner Oberland area - wow! Our tour guide, Thomas, was truly the best and made the experience top notch. Enjoyed adventure of getting to Trier & the city itself. Tour and hotel staff members were kind and friendly. 1-800-935-2620. "Each new venue was a "wow" because I thought hotels, natural beauty, information presented couldn't get any better than the venue we were at - - but they did, every one!". Light walking: 24 miles throughout the day on mostly level terrain. "Our time in Switzerland was the "WOW" for us! All my expectations were met and even exceeded in many instances. Accessibility Information Skip Navigation. another great Rick Steves tour! We loved it! We'll spend our morning getting a behind-the-scenes look at Munich with a walking tour through its historic Old Town, learning about the "checkered" history and traditions of Bavaria. The places visited were interesting and historical. Profile. Webuniversity of st andrews medicine entry requirements. "The Alps of course! "Hiking in the Alps with musical cow bells all around us the hills were truly alive with music!". Our guide did a great job getting us through a lot of rain. We'll end our day with an orientation walk through the historic center, and share a "Welcome to Austria" dinner together. Got to sample some great wine and beer. The views and weather were breathtaking. This was our 2nd RS Tour, and this tour was equally fantastic. Enjoy in-flight meals and entertainment while anticipating the trip of a lifetime! We had one of the best tour groups. "wow moment was the underground waterfall in murren switzerland. The people we met in Germany, Switzerland and Austria were so friendly and I have never seen so much bread in all my life. Great for History lovers Classical music fans Hikers & walkers Itinerary Focus Active Group Size: Small Group - 24 max Traveler's Age 65+, 50 - 64, 36 - 49 Flights & Transport Ground transport included Start City Trier End City Vienna At long last, it was good to be traveling again. 14-Days: A Grand Journey to Germany & Austria Just as it says, a Grand Tour of all the 'must see' sites - Munich, Salzburg & Vienna, plus loads of great little gem-like villages and towns along the way. This morning we'll witness the roaring, thundering, crashing, splashing display of nature's awesome power in Trmmelbach Falls a series of subterranean waterfalls that plunge hundreds of feet into darkness behind the valley's cliffs. The best surprise was Murren. I learned so much on this tour about history and geography. I feel like we just touched the surface of Salzburg.". We had a great fun group, lots of laughs, and only one really rainy day in Munich. Walter, our bus driver was terrific, and was missed when he was finished with driving in Vienna. We enjoyed learning so much about the countries and their history and their way of life now. First tour experience and would definitely do it again. Nothing is firm at this point and we are open to any suggestions. the rocks & its beauty were outstanding. B: 3 days if you plan to visit all the villages in Lauterbrunnen valley. He made the trip excellent!! However, the months of May, June, September, and October are best for combining the convenience of peak season with generally good weather and lighter crowds. Great Tour! Name should be "A Taste of" Exhausting as is. The tour was very well organized, and our tour guide, Iris, was a true professional. We felt we were able to see and experience what we needed without feeling we missed key elements. Our whole group connected with her! 14 days in Germany, Austria & Switzerland I remember thinking, "Thank god I'm on this tour! Our experiences seeing new places and meeting new people (both on and off the tour) was fantastic. The view from our room was beautiful & the town quaint & fun to wander. "Our favorite wow moment was waking up to a view of the Swiss Alps each day we were in Mrren. She was very knowledgeable, organized, and had a great personality. Your afternoon is free to explore another world-class museum or two, or to slow down and enjoy sipping a coffee in the city where Europe's caf scene was born. Our guide was so personable, knew the history of every location, knowledgeable and overall a very nice person. So many different experiences, Rick Steves Tours definitely knows how to give you the best experiences without any marketing or need to buy extras. Breathtaking scenery and perfect weather.". While the scenery was breathtaking, the dock was filled with people waiting to get on the relatively large boat for a sight seeing excursion. One noticeable difference between this and our first tour (2015) was the caliber of local guides, which in this instance really added to the overall quality and content of the tour. be sure to keep it on the tour.". We'll hike back down to share lunch together before leaving Germany behind. Our two week tour was wonderful. Such an awesome day!". Our second RSE tour, the GAS itinerary and collection of tour mates were all fantastic. Great people (fellow group members, guides, bus driver,); great itinerary; unexpected beauty; perfect blend of history, culture, sights, sounds, food, and walking. WebMembership. "My favorite WOW moments were The Schilthorn (even though it was our second time), Burg Eltz, an authentic crazy patchwork of rooms (I can understand why it's Ricks favorite) and Trmmelbach Falls. i love waterfalls, but this one was different since you got to be so close to it. Trier was interesting with the Porta Nigra gate. I found all the information regarding transportation in Murren confusing but he helped tremendously in that regard. There were some good moments and some not so good moments. Our tour guide as well as the city tour guides were all excellent and we learned so much and traveled with a small group of like minded people. Johnny, our bus driver, got us safely where we needed to go. I was pleasantly surprised that finding vegetarian food was not a problem. We had a great guide and our group was really cohesive so that added to the fun. Your guide will give you a run-down of local concerts you could enjoy this evening. Bravo Iris and Francis! Wandering along the paths from village to village, stopping to pick up fresh cheese and sausage - just perfect!". This time the snow accentuated the beauty of the mountains and created a new appreciation for the majesty of the area. One day he was taped saying he loved Rick Steves. We had a private tour of the lake. Iris was the perfect guide, and Walter drove the bus with skill and constant good humor. 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